After years of hearing about this historic, secluded location, cherished by surfers and campers, we paid the $10 day use fee and enjoyed Jalama beach with a famous Jalama burger. The store is tiny but packed with items that campers appreciate. The menu is outside on the wall behind glass but most people know what they want. Even the international peeps that we're there too. The Jalama burger is DELiSH! Shredded lettuce, house-made 1000 island dressing, buttered/toasted bun. Fries were ok. Onion rings were really good. Definitely worth the drive to soak in the sun and to eat a tasty burger at such a historic spot. Legend has it the Ray Kroc visited this establishment. Multiple times. He loved it. I know why now. read more

Great food in the middle of nowhere! We drove for miles and miles without any reception just hoping we'd end up in the right place. I say this because GPS enjoys to occasionally f$@k with me. The drive is so beautiful and remote. Green hills for miles, pops of yellow and orange from wildflowers, and the occasional cow sighting. So when the ocean finally emerged in our distant sights we were ecstatic. Located at a fairly small campsite you'll find a little building that sells convenience store items and some good ol' classic food. The fried fish and onion rings were awesome! Tender chunks of fish and perfectly sweet & crispy onion rings. My man loved his famous Jalama burger. You get to build your own and pick from a lot of delicious toppings so he added bacon, fried onions, and cheese. Super juicy and messy just like it should be! During good ol' covid times you cannot eat inside but there are picnic tables all around where you can enjoy your food. All was good until a seagull tricked me into thinking it was cute and friendly getting closer and closer and then stole an entire piece of fish and as they did all that somehow managed to take a shit directly on top of my Coca Cola can. Jalama beach and store are very cool places to visit but the seagulls here are dicks. Well there's one dick so I won't say that they're all dicks. read more

Jalama Beach Store - Delicious fried fish & onion rings! - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

Solid burger. Very nice staff. The store has anything you could possibly need--ice, fire supplies, surf supplies, alcohol, camping supplies, and much much much more! read more

Jalama Beach Store - Jalama burger not pictured. But it was delicious! - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

Such an awesome place with very neat history!! Jalama Beach in general is absolutely beautiful, and feels like it's own little island. The Jalama Beach store has everything you may need in case you forgot or ran out, and has some of the best beach food around... I mean, CHECK OUT THESE BURGERS!! my suggestion, added the cheese... add the bacon... 100% worth it!! read more

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Stopped by for lunch yesterday. Very very nice staff and a great BLT. Beautiful views and looks like great beach camping. No cell service or Wi-Fi. read more

Wow this place was amazing. Never new that the California Coast had such clean and clear blue beaches. This place is a gem. The store on the grounds has a little bit of everything, cane in handy as we forgot a few condiments. The food at the store is pretty amazing. The Jalama burgers are a must. The clam chowder was also very good. Bathrooms and showers are cleaned daily, very well kept up. Just beware that it can get very windy so be prepared. We actually had a camper and tents, having the camper helped the day we had winds, it was convenient to be able to prepare our food and eat in there. Overall this has got to be the best on the beach camping ground. The cabins above the camping grounds look new and look as if they have a great ocean view. Definitely plan to experience them soon. read more

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We always eat at this little place when we are camping here. I've had the fish and chips, salmon burger and grilled cheese basket. They were all good but The salmon burger was my least favorite of the three. My husband really liked the Jalama burger. You can get any essential items you need for your camping stay in the store as well. The fire wood is $10. I attached updated menu pics to help you out! read more

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Great burgers! Perfect after a day at the beach. Friendly staff and vibe. Discovered them 7 years ago. We make an annual pilgrimage for them now. read more

Great burgers and gorgeous beach views to chill and enjoy the weather. Definitely recommend read more

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Second time eating here and it did not disappoint. Had a burger and onion rings, both were delicious. People working inside were all very nice and friendly. read more

How can you beat a burger by the beach? The burger itself is fairly legendary around these parts. Taste-wise I think it is above average but when combined with the proximity to the beach you have to love this place. read more

this store came in handy when camping! they have everything you'd need! from ice cream to condiments to kites to fire wood! if you forgot something, you don't have to drive 30 minutes back to civilization, they have it here! unbelievable establishment! really made me feel like I had everything I could need. on the last day of the trip, we got burgers before leaving and it really topped off the experience! THE FOOD: -jalama burger with cheese ($9.45 + $0.50) - 1/3 lb beef with shredded lettuce, red onion, tomato, pickles, a thousand island type sauce, and sesame buns - the burger tbh didn't blow me away, but it definitely was a solid burger and such a great way to end the trip. next time maybe ill try to jazz it up with bacon or something! -fries ($3.50) - yummy! reminded me of mcdonalds french fries... pretty bomb so I recommend getting these! comes with a good amount to share! PROS: -fresh, restaurant quality food with a variety of meals -shop has everything you need for camping -ice cream, snacks, condiments, firewood, etc. so its like you're glamping -really nice staff! CONS: -pricier supplies, but hey - you're in the middle of nowhere so its not too bad! OVERALL: this place is banging for those visiting! you not only can get good quality food, but also supplies you need! must try if you're nearby especially if you're camping! read more

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Just a good time classic shop with everything you need for your adventures. The burger was awesome and the beer was cold!

Best Burger and Fries I. HAVE. EVER. HAD. No doubt! We took the 14 mile winding road in a 31 foot trailer to finally sit down and have this burger. After driving in I thought to myself, never again, way to much trouble. One and done as I say, but..... darn it I need to go back just for this burger. The camp site is fair. It's nice to have the beach so close. It's a quiet little place. The store is stocked well and anything you've forgotten you should be able to find here but who would have thought this tiny kitchen could put out the most amazing burger?! I can't wait to go back. read more

Jalama Beach Store - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

They are known for their burgers, but their clam chowder is amazing too! Can't beat the location. Definitely worth the trip and you can get your parking receipt stamped at the store if you order food - good for one hour free parking. read more

Old school burger and fries beach hut! Love the ambience and the good. Gotta order the famous burger and fries. No need to season yourself everything is perfect as is. Try the cod burger too. I added some American cheese and it tasted like a big filling fillet o fish but 200 times better. Pick up a $10 bottle of wine in the wooden barrel can't go wrong for the price to wash it done with. Bliss read more

My first time at this campsite and first time trying the famous Jalama burger. I was told that we can not leave jalama beach without trying their burgers. So on our last day, of course we ordered some Jalama burgers before we take off. Let me just tell you if it's your first time please do yourself a favor and try it. It's great burgers in the middle of nowhere. The meat is so juicy and cooked to perfection and their clam chowder is soooo bomb too! You have to try it! Yes it's a bit of a drive but worth it if you are trying to escape city for a few days to unwind. I mean, you get to wake up next to the beach how awesome is that! There's a lot of outdoor activities, you can go biking, running, surfing, hiking, or fishing. It's great for a family getaway! One thing you do need to do in advance is book your campsite! It does take a while to get reservations because it's so popular that is always sold out! Definitely coming back! Loveeee this burger joint and love the campsite! read more

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The Jalama Store still provides excellent service, tasty food choices and plenty of camp out "necessities" if you forgot to pack something. Best $15 burger around, fish and chips and of course fried clams and clam chowder will all leave you satisfied and smiling. When you stay at Jalama Beach Park, be sure to visit the store once or twice: you'll be glad you did. read more

It's an adorable little camp/gift shop. They sell basics for camping like firewood, things for S'mores, flip flops, beach towels, etc. Attached to it is a burger shack that sells shakes and sandwiches as well. Get there early, the line gets long! read more

So we discovered this hidden gem about a year ago and have already stopped by 5 times. We live three hours away!!! LOL So that says it all! Staff is A+! Food is classic but done so so well. We always get the bacon cheese burger. It's one of those burgers that's cooked to order. Meat, cheese and bacon are fresh and hot. The veggie toppings are crispy and cold. It's perfection! Sides are awesome, we try a different one every time. Can't praise this place enough! read more

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Really really good hamburgers and onion rings. Only drawback is their early closing time.

The best burgers ever! Amazing scenery and loved the drive. This is definitely a local hidden gem and I'm so glad I was able to visit! Will definitely try to come back! read more

The employees are amazingly friendly, accommodating and helpful! The COVID-19 protocol is on point! The store is limiting the amount of customers inside at a time, roped off the line to go in and have 6 feet apart markings on the ground. They all were wearing masks, and they have plexiglass partitions around the cashiers. This store has EVERYTHING & ANYTHING you could possibly want, wish for or need while camping including repair items for your rig and beach fun toys. They have clothing & hats. Medicines, sunscreen & toiletries. A great selection of beer & wine. There is a large Ice Cream case, boiled eggs, muffins, Jalama salsa, cheeses, deli meat, bacon, creamers, firewood!! I was blown away by the selections and availability. I won't have to pack so much stuff the next time we camp here as this store has it all. However, as the campground gets busier, I am thinking maybe the items may not be as available? I dont know for sure. I was super impressed with this store! They are doing a great job by providing peace of mind to campers in the event you forget something!!!!!! RESTAURANT - We ate the fish and chips which were good and the fries were aplenty. The Halibut burger which was fried but still tasty. The turkey burger, patty was HUGE, and my husband's favorite!. We also tried the Jalama burger which we weren't blown away by but it was a good burger. Food sizes were large, shareable and the prices were on point! They are generous with the condiments; Jalama sauce, ketchup, ranch & jalapeños. Please be kind to these employees and patient with them as the grill gets busy so your wait time may be affected. So awesome to have a grill cook for you while camping. We will definitely eat here again. read more

Jalama Beach Store - Jalama Burger w/everything inc pepper jack cheese. Jalama burger on sourdough. Chili cheese fries. CHILI IS AMAZING!! - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

We camped at Jalama Beach last weekend with the family, and it was a great experience, and the Jalama Beach store is a little gem on this beach, and the only shop around for miles. It's a great little convenience store if you forgot to pack something for the trip. They have everything from medications to drinks and whatever else you can think of, but it's the little restaurant that's the highlight of the Jalama beach store. Somehow they manage to dish out delicious food in this tiny joint. They're famous for their awesome burgers, which come with shredded lettuce and grilled onions, and each burger weighs a ton! You definitely get your money's worth! Great fries, and also some nice flavorful clam chowder in bread bowls. This was a nice break from cooking and grilling ourselves, and everyone loved the food, even our picky kids. They have many other choices on their menu as well, and hopefully I can try something different on our next trip here. read more

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What a beautiful place to eat a superb hamburger. Friendly chill space. Drive slow on the road there and enjoy the Nature. read more

Come here for exactly what it is and you will not be disappointed. This is a small mom and pop type camp shop/restaurant where you can grab a tasty bite to eat when your camp stove goes on the fritz or pick up necessities that you forgot at home. Portions are large. Chili is good, burgers are good, chowder is good. If I can survive the wind, I'll try some of the other stuff next time. You will pay for it being the only option in many miles, but everything tastes better when you're camping, so it's worth it. read more

Love this place, about every two or three weeks my husband and I take a drive out here and get dinner for us, my parents and my grandpa. Yes, sometimes there is a lengthy wait, but we usually go on a week day and about 30 minutes before the grill shuts down and the wait is minimal. Weekends are a different animal entirely, but still worth it. Because we take ours back to town, we ask for the burgers to go style, they put everything except the burger and cheese in a tray wrapped up individually. Very well thought out and we are so greatful for them. Not to mention, the view is beautiful while you wait. Plus the dog loves going for a walk on the beach while we are there! Oh, true their burgers are world famous! But they have a great BLT! read more

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If you visit Jalama Beach store, a must try their food is amazing, we had the famous Burger and the fish and chips very good the cooks are very nice good service with a smile read more

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Jalama burgers are wonderful! Great California vibe.

Beautiful campground and secluded getaway! Fun for Santa Barbara & Ventura County residents to have a weekend at the beach with family and friends andddd the biggest burgers known to man! Seriously.. These things were massive! I had heard about the Jalama Burger long ago and felt the need to embrace the challenge. Shortly after only finishing half of it, however, I was lying on my beach towel and holding my ever so happily filled stomach in challenge defeat. Needless to say the burgers are delightful but definitely a meal for two! read more

Jalama Beach Store - Jalama Burger Challenge - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

No one just 'ends up' at Jalama Beach. You go there with a purpose. For many, it is the remote location away from civilization that features precious beaches with white sands and surfrider sized waves. Jalama is also one of the few beaches accessible by vehicle that remains somewhat "untouched." For hikers, this is also the closest trailhead to reach Point Conception Lighthouse by foot (permit and low tides required). While I definitely venture to Jalama Beach for some well-needed time with Mother Nature, I have an underlying intention of getting my hands on their decadent Jalama Burger. While the Jalama Beach Store is also known for their Clam Chowder and Chili, I can't seem to drive all that way without simply ordering their burger. The Jalama Burger requires both hands to hold based on size/weight, in addition to avoid seagulls that swoop in for a taste. The burger comes on a perfectly toasted sesame seed bun, half an inch thick beef patty, tomato slice, large red onion slices, shredded lettuce, cheese (optional) and a special sauce similar to thousand island. You can't go wrong with adding chili on top, or a side of onion rings or fries (you are in onion ring country, so choose wisely). While I have eaten many burgers on the Central Coast, this is truly one of the best! I bring out of town guests here for the windy mountainous drive, scenery and this burger. A few tips prior to your visit: - Jalama is pronounced "Ha-la-muh." - Be sure to check the weather and road conditions in advance. The road is windy and close to one lane in many sections that can feature slides after rains. With this said, drive on the far right side of the road--don't hog the passage. - Dogs are welcome with an additional fee and must be kept on leash. - Go early, particularly on the weekend, to avoid waiting 45 minutes or longer for your food order. - If you entered the park simply to eat, let the gate operator know to receive one free hour parking pass. Be sure to get it stamped by the store! - Watch your head if you're tall upon entering. The ceilings are low, plus many of their store items for sale are hanging from the ceiling. - The burger comes with a tasty secret sauce, but you can always request mayo, mustard, ranch and ketchup for your fries or onion rings. - Staff is rarely friendly, with the exception of one gal, so know your order before entering and don't encroach upon the pick-up counter (staff pet peeves). - "That's All Folks!" read more

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Holy crap! Thank you, Jalama Beach Store, for the best burger I've ever had! I can't believe I ate all of it, plus some awesome onion rings, but I couldn't help myself. read more

Jalama Beach Store - Best burger of my life! - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

First timer & I'll definitely be coming back! The burger is so juicy, hot and goes well with their crispy salted fries read more

Jalama Beach Store - Jalama Burger & fries yummy - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

No review is necessary, if you're lucky enough to have been here, you know it's good! When we stay at Jalama, this is always at least two of our meals! Classic burger spot on the beach. read more

Jalama burger with cheese and grilled onions! Been eating great food here since the '80's, nothing has changed(except the price), we'll worth the drive. read more

A couple of years ago I went camping here and the person I went with (he grew up in Lompoc) said we absolutely had to have some Jalama Burgers. We also picked up some firewood and stuff at the store. It was expensive, but- considering the length of the drive back to town and the lack of desire to leave the beach- the prices were what we expected. The food was pretty good, but the view/location definitely made it a special experience. I'm definitely down for going back again! read more

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I have to admit, not the best burger of my life. It is however totally worth the drive and money to have a pretty good meal overlooking the ocean. We sat at the benches outside to the right of the store and had a perfect ocean view. Big selling point is their local wine selection. I saw bottles from local wineries priced LOWER than the tasting rooms! Definitely plan on grabbing a bottle to enjoy your food and the view with. Also, you can ask for a free 1 hour pass if you are only going for food. This will save you the $10 entrance fee but you are timed and you will need to have your parking ticket stamped by the store. read more

Best burgers ever!! Hands down! Totally worth the drive and what a gorgeous drive. We have been coming here for years. I used to come here with my brother and his friends when they'd surf. I came for the burgers. Then my husband and I started bring our kids. Added bonus...no cell service! Your kids have to interact with you!I've only ever had the burgers french fries and onion rings. Could tell you what else is on the menu. The french fries taste like McDonald's (haven't had those in twenty years lol) Make the drive. You won't be disappointed. It's a store in a camping ground. Just tell the kid that will want to charge you to park you're there for lunch and you'll get a pass for free. You'll have plenty of time to eat and walk the beach. read more

Jalama Beach Store - Best burger ever - Burgers Near Me - Lompoc, California

If you are in the area, come and have a burger here! Huge burger with a ton of fixings and good flavors! Ordered chili cheese fries and they were flavorful too! Great place to hang out for the day!!!!! read more

The burger was good but service was slightly unfriendly and rushed. Place was not super busy so hopefully it was just a bad day.