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JLB Eatery

4.3 (94 reviews)
ModerateBurgers, American
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Bacon avocado burger combo
Chee Keat F.

This is a burger joint with simple but tasteful interior. You place your order up front and the staff will bring it to you when it's ready. The burgers are huge, juicy and delicious. It's mostly standard fare - not many creative options - though they do have a double-patty burger called the 'Crazy Burger'. A burger with the combo easily hits US$15+. That's the only thing that prevents us from coming back frequently.

AVOCADO BURGER
 Certified Angus Beef®, avocado, (with or without) cheese, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions
Greg L.

Im glad this place doesn't... On my recent visit [01/05/24], I was reminded why I highly recommend this place. The location isn't important as it's easy to miss if you're not actively looking for it. The service was decent, just as I expected, but let's focus on the food. I always order the "AVOCADO BURGER" whenever I visit, but this time I decided to try the FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH while my friend went for the DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER. In the interest of reviewing both, we split the sandwiches. I let my friend take the first bite so I could see her reaction, and she was so impressed that she couldn't help but dance in her seat. The standout feature of this restaurant is that they actually season their meat, which may seem obvious, but it sets them apart from the rest. The chicken sandwich was also delicious, but I felt there was not enough chicken compared to the amount of fried skin. Despite that, I will be back again and again as I work nearby. I just wish there were more locations in the northern part of Houston. Im also glad that management improved the scent of JLB, now I can 100% recommend it. Sadly the pictures are from a previous time so you guys get to see my favorite burger - AVOCADO BURGER - Certified Angus Beef®, avocado, with cheese, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions. Update I did get a picture lol

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Wrap Combo

The food was good and I didn't even have to ask them to cut it in half for me , the wrap was nicely wrapped too The service was nice really friendly

Chicken strips
Yasser H.

After years of eating at JLB, I've felt the inflation in their menu, especially since Covid. . Also I've noticed that some branches are called joy love burgers while others are called JLB eatery like this one. Im not sure what the difference is. Sadly, I've stopped going to JLB eatery as it's become too expensive. Last trip which has been a while, we ordered the Buffalo ranch chicken sandwich meal and a fried fish meal and a chicken strip meal. Our items were good in taste and flavor but just not appealing enough to return. The buns in their burgers n sandwiches are home made every day and it's one of the best I've had.

Mel N.

Whatever it's called, the burger with the beef patty and chicken patty together, GET IT. Eat it in one sitting or take the rest home, it's still gonna be good. And the fries. Get those fries y'all. Portion sizes are huge and worth the wait!

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Food was great! Service good. A little hard to find. Ambiance is adequate for a burger place. Lots of interesting options on the menu!

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4 years ago

Very friendly staff. Food was good, but not mind blowing. Maybe it was just that day. I'll try it again and update review.

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2 years ago

Onion rings waayyyy too thick & sweet. Burger good. Regular fries not the best option either.

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Customer service was excellent, clean and tidy, bathroom was so clean and smell great.

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4 years ago

It's aite. Gets really busy at lunch. I'm sure the menu is good but I only had one item

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4 years ago

So good! Fresh buns, hand formed Pattie's, and crispy gator tots. Will be back for sure!

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3 years ago

Burgers are a 10/10 very good and delicious. I do think they are a tad bit pricey however the food is great.

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4 years ago

Love this place! Food is always hot and fresh! Bigger are big enough for two ppl to share!

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3 years ago

i came and got the fish && chips , the best beer battered fish ive had in a while !! && the pieces are huge !

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This good is soooooooooo good . Large portions and well seasoned . I always get the Angus Patty Melt .

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4 years ago

Best service and best food ever. I got a burger and it was absolutely phenomenal!! Would highly recommend this place

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Oh man, it was amazing. Wonderful buns, flavorful patty, and not to mention huge burgers! Will be back.

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