Are you f****** sick of paying $8 for the Golden gate Transit 580 bus to get from the SMART train to BART or Capital Corridor in Richmond? When they have the bridge open for cycling, why not burn some calories, save the $8, and spend just a little more money for Johnny Boi Burger? If you develop a hunger when you're up on that bridge, then cruise right down tewksbury, and pop in for a proper smashed burger. read more

On our way to the Richmond Plunge for an afternoon swim, we passed by Johnny Boi and the place had a lively vibe so we made a mental note to check out their smashburgers after our swim. Parking will be on neighborhood streets and was not too hard to find. Stepping in we immediately noticed that mural arts on the wall. Ordering can be at the register or via an electronic kiosk. They have a lot of interesting smash burger options, including a Trompo featuring Al Pastor. We got the Fat Boi, Trompo, and Highway Style fries. We waited longer than we expected, but good thing they have many monitors so we watched the World Cup while waiting for our food. When the food came, they were an impressive sight. The burgers were loaded and dripping with grease. My son liked his Fat Boi, but I thought the Al Pastor in the Trompo was a bit bland. The Trompo was also so greasy that grease was running down my hand and forearm while I am eating it, and I can feel my arteries hardening already! The Highway Style fries were decent. A smash patty laid between two layers of fries and then topped with melted cheese. It was decadent but a guilty pleasure. The kids gave the place 7-7.5 out of 10 and they said they would come back. For myself, probably not as the food was just too heavy for me. read more

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Very cute burger joint on the corner - you can't Miss it! Lots of custom artwork on the walls - very nice!! My kids and I pulled off the freeway coming from Sacramento specifically to try Johnny Boi's today. I had seen several reviews on Instagram and they were all good which meant I had to give it a try.. We ordered four burgers, two smash burgers and two Fatboy burgers and two orders of tater tots one Oreo cookie shake and an ice cream cone. The total was a little over $70.. ouch! The first thing I thought while paying the bill was these better be some good burgers for that amount of money. The food was ready within a few minutes. I saw them frying the burgers fresh, which was great! I noticed there were tater tots sitting under the heat lamp when we placed our order....i hoped we wouldn't get those because they looked as if they had been sitting for a while. As luck would have it, we did indeed get those tater tots and as luck would also have it, they were indeed cold. Bummer - cause if you know me, you know I like my food fresh and hot! The burgers were just ok. They didn't have any seasoning and the smash sauce was a bit spicy. Even though I watched them put the meat on the grill which I thought was our burgers, the burgers came out just warm. The cheese was barely melted and the bun, although very soft was also cold. They gave us a small cup of ranch dressing and it was delicious!!! The last thing I got was a Soft serve ice cream cone. It reminded me of the ice cream cones that you get on a cruise ship. SOOOOOO GOOD!!! Overall, The kids rated them a 6/10. Not too bad, but I don't think we need to go back. read more

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Great place to watch sports games. Came to watch the World Cup 3rd place match. They have 4 large screen TVs and indoor seating. They were out of Original Pattern draft beer, only had Pabst draft and the rest were bottled beer. Great burger, love the grilled caramelized onions inside, such a classic smashburger. Juicy meat and lots of flavor. A bit oily and greasy, but it was tasty! read more

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I ordered the Fat Boi smash burger and added bacon. I really enjoyed this burger! The patty was juicy, and there was plenty of cheese and toppings. Definitely a filling burger with great flavor. Would order it again! read more

Johnny Boi - Fat Boi smash burger with bacon - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Really dig the pop culture and Bay Area theme aesthetics! We ordered their fatboi and trompo. I had higher hopes for the trompo. The al pastor itself seemed a little bland on its own. There were good flavors once I got to the pineapple though. I felt bamboozled a bit by the coffee shake. The kiosks didn't have any picture so I didn't know it'd come with caramel syrup. Some may like that, but it's already sweet enough on its own. Love the music choice. Hate the horsefly situation. All the doors and doors windows are open but no controls in place for the pests. read more

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One of the best smash burgers I've had with a beautiful char. Fries are on the thick cut side and came out hot and fresh. The tater tots are super crispy. Both the fried and taters come very lightly salted, and there are salt packets you can grab to add to taste. The Mac and cheese has a nice smoky flavor from the bacon, and I appreciate that it comes in a to-go container. Casual spot with order and pick up at the counter. Nothing in particular to note about service, they were nice. Plenty of comfortable seating inside. I would come back here for the quality of the food alone, but what really makes this place stand out is the affordability, especially for the sides. I'm excited to visit again and bring some friends along. read more

Johnny Boi - basic cheese burger - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

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This is in my backyard, sort of LOL! I will be a regular. I was craving a burger and thought to try this place out. Hubby hot the burger and I ... get the Fasho Spicy! A fried chicken sandwich. It was so yummy! Nice hotness. I decided not to add more hot sauce to it because it didn't need it! Theater tots were crispy and fun to eat. I like the place. Food was order at the counter and pick up. It was clean and the general feel was positive. read more

Johnny Boi - The Johnny Boi burger and the Fasho Spicy chic sandwich. Side of fries and tater tots. - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

A good quality burger joint with beautiful graffiti art on the walls that offers plenty of seating. You order at a kiosk or with someone over the counter if available. Wait time to receive meal is average. Not too long of a wait depending how busy they are. Parking is a little difficult to find depending what time you go because it's only street parking. The food. Cowboi Burger came loaded with two patties, melty American cheese, thick crispy bacon and 3 big golden onion rings. I could had done without the BBQ sauce because it was on the sweeter side compared to other BBQ sauces. Fatboi Burger was also a solid burger. Juicy and the special sauce and bacon jam added a powerful punch to the overall burger. Fasho Spicy was the fried chicken sandwich that was just okay. Pretty dry even though it came with the smash sauce. Kiddos tenders were also very crispy but dry. Mac n' Cheese & Bacon Bits lacked seasoning. Nothing special. The only thing that helped it were the bacon bits. Fries were thick, golden, and crispy. We had regular orders and an order in the highway style. The highway style was the way to go for a loaded bite of fries each time! So good. It was like a burger without the bun and veggies. They also offer different shakes and ice cream cones (chocolate or vanilla) to finish your meal. Overall, stick to the burger options and get the tots or fries the highway style! read more

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I was looking forward to trying Johnny Boi. I heard good reviews. When I arrived their were workers behind the counter but they did not interact with the customers. I wanted an item that was listened on their menu but couldn't find it on the order pad. No one offered to help or answer any questions. It was all hands on deck for the kitchen. You had to wait for your drinks after your food was served. Flag people down for assistance. Cowboy burger was good. I didn't care for the bbq sauce. But the burger was good. Trompo fries were the best thing I had until I got to the middle. The meat was super dry. I was literally crunching on pieces. I would have said something but the staff had no interaction with us. Hopefully it gets better. read more

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WHEN: Sat @7:30pm It's a pretty quiet area around this time so there was parking just a block over. You can order either from the kiosk or a person at the counter. Although food is made to order, it comes out pretty quick. There's a decent amount of seating, both high top and booth, and the walls are filled with spray can art of iconic characters--both fiction and non-fiction. Here's what I had: FAT BOI - $12 Double patty, American cheese, Shredduce, Tomatoes, Pickles, Bacon Jam, Caramelized onions, SMASH SAUCE. Boy did I enjoy this burger! I love that I taste the cheese, and the sweetness of both the bacon jam and caramelized onions. The patties were flavorful and I liked how the pickles are not too sour. ONION RINGS - $5 A pretty good amount and it sure was yummy! I believe I've found a new favorite burger spot, and I can't wait to come back! read more

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Solid burger spot. Came in on a Saturday night around 7:30pm and we were the only ones there for a bit. I thought it was just quiet because it was a little rainy, but come 8:00pm it was BUSY! I appreciated the fun Bay Area ambience and don't be fooled by the "ghetto" graffiti, they keep this place clean. Burgers were good. I wish they offered cheddar instead of American cheese and I wish it was more melted on my burger, but everything else was great. Would definitely come back. read more

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I decided to give this place another try and ate here again yesterday. I ordered the Fat Boi burger and the meat tasted burnt. I get that they are going for a 'charred' type of burger, but it was too much and I was not happy with it. I don't think I will return here again. read more

The onions and fries where great the smash burger had a hair in sauce part. My granddaughters and I had been there last week and it was a gift to them for the end of camp. After paying $ 45.00 For our order we went to the water to eat in the car. My grand daughter showed me the hair hanging from her burger. Because we had to be somewhere, we didn't go back to let them know. read more

My friends and I stopped by Johnny Boi around 8:00 p.m. for a late dinner after playing some tennis nearby. The restaurant was pretty empty, which is not too unexpected, considering they close at 9:00 p.m. I ordered their Fasho Spicy -- a spicy fried chicken sandwich, while my wife ordered one of their smashburgers -- the Johnny Boi. Between the two of us, we also ordered one of their french fries. The fried chicken is thickly battered and almost a bit too crunchy. The spiciness of the chicken comes from peppers in the dry rub. It's not the spiciest fried chicken sandwich out there, but it still packs a punch. The sandwich is super messy to eat because the sandwich is overdressed with their "smash sauce" so the buns deteriorate quickly. The patty for the smashburger is not the thinest out there (that award goes to Hyphy Burger in Oakland), but it's still nicely fried and well-seasoned. When we ordered the "Johnny Boi" at the counter, we were asked if we wanted tomatoes and lettuce with the burger, and we politely declined after the woman behind the counter confirmed that that would be an extra charge. This felt like nickel and diming to be honest, given how extraordinary cheap lettuce is (and the fact that they charge a 3% surcharge for using credit card). Speaking of extra charges... I would say tipping is absolutely not justified or necessary. Be confident hitting that "No Tip" button and don't settle even for 15%. Everything is self-service here: you pick up your food at the counter, you bus your own table, you grab your own ketchup and napkins, etc. You are receiving zero service. Going back to the food, the fries are similar to thick cut steak fries, where the outside is crispy but the inside is fluffy. Not my favorite, since there's too much potato in each bite and the fries come across as a bit starchy. Overall, not a bad spot for a burger if you're in Point Richmond, but I've had better fried chicken sandwiches and smashburgers elsewhere in East Bay. read more

Johnny Boi - Johnny Boi Burger, Fasho Spicy Burger and French Fries - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Johnny Boi is one of my favorite local places to get burgers! Their beef tastes fresh and is full of flavor! I've recommended this place to so many people and they're never disappointed! I recently brought my cousin, who was visiting this weekend, and she said it was so good she wanted to come back the next day for more lol. The artwork inside is also amazing! I think it's pretty cool that they have famous people sign the "freeway sign". Saw that Nick Cannon had stopped by while he was doing his Wild n Out tour and signed the wall as well! They're a great addition to the Richmond community and I'm happy I don't have to go far to get some good burgers lol. read more

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Came here after seeing a video on this spot so I had to see what it was talking about! When you walk in the atmosphere is hitting! The paintings on the wall are fly, the music blasting, and the TV's are on with the remotes readily available if you want to change the channel! Now to the food: I had the western burger, fries, tried some wings, and had a fruity pebble shake! The burger was pretty good. The patties needed some salt, but with the onion rings, bacon, and bbq sauce it tasted pretty good. The patties were smashed so it didn't make the burger seem like too much. The fries were basic, frozen nothing special. I had the habanero and garlic Parmesan wings. The habaneros needed more sauce but the flavor was there. Not overly hot but the spice level was good. The GP were really good! I recommend!! I enjoyed the shake! I also recommend! read more

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Black Star BBQ used to be the reason I would visit Point Richmond, but alas, it is no longer. But now? I have another reason to take a trip to the little oasis. Johnny Boi is solid. A nice spot to grab a quiet lunch on a weekday. The smash burger style was solid, crispy edges, but still nice and juicy. Fries are steaky, and I like 'em like that. The young lady at the counter was cordial and efficient, I gave the dude who made my burger the thumbs up, and he responded with a prideful smile. I love a good burger, and Johnny Boi's chiseled their way into my future rotation. Thank you JB folks! I hope to enjoy your fare into the future. *plus they have hecka TVs with sporting events, and it would be a good spot to come with friends. read more

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Oh my goodness this place is so good! All items we got were delicious, seasoned well, and prepared hot. Even the tots were absolutely worth it! We will be going back. read more

Came in on a Thursday night. Only a few people inside but it filled up after a while. Nice Christmas tree. We were served quickly. I had a Johnny Boi and fries my husband had a Fat Boi and fries both were delicious. My husband got a coffee milkshake it was delicious too. My only complaint is that you can't get a refill on your foundation drink but it is not a deal breaker. We will be back for more burgers read more

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Great food....fire wall art! This spot nails the basics in the best way. The burger came on a soft, glossy brioche bun with a juicy, well-seared patty, melted cheese, crisp lettuce, and a generous hit of sauce that tied everything together without overpowering it. Messy in that "worth it" kind of way. The fries were golden and thick-cut -- crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and salted just right. Perfect for dipping or stealing straight from the tray while the burger cools. Nothing fancy or overcomplicated here -- just a solid, satisfying burger-and-fries combo that hits every comfort-food craving. Exactly what you want when you're hungry and don't want to gamble. read more

Johnny Boi - Johnny Boi and Fries - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Fasho Chicken was okay it really depends on the day you go. Sometimes my patty comes out a little burnt. The tater tots are solid though, they always taste the same. There's a self serve condiment station in the middle of the dining area, plenty of indoor seating (around 15-20 seats), and some outdoor bench seating too. Hopefully, they add more chicken items to the menu in the future. read more

Johnny Boi - Fasho Spicy Chicken - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

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No refill on Soft Drinks that's a red flag.That will stop someone from returning. A lest one refill.

OMG Johnny Boi where have you been all my life and why do you only have one location? Burgers are delicious Fries and Tots rock Peach and Passion Fruit Lemonades are great Super clean and efficient service Great atmosphere Very Affordable vis a vis quality Can't wait to return! read more

When I heard there was a new smashburger place in town, I was pretty juiced -- now I don't need to travel to other parts of the East Bay to get my fix! I've been to Johnny Boi twice now, once with my boyfriend and once on my own... it's pretty solid! Things I've had here include: * Fat boi burger (flavorful, not greasy, good portion) * Fasho spicy chicken sandwich (could be a lot spicier, a bit over fried , but def delicious) * Tater tots (loved the crispness, plus it was soft inside. You can tell they use good oil to make it!) * Strawberry shake (5/5 amazing! It's thick, creamy, and absolutely delicious!) * Ranch (Boyfriend noted it to be good quality and went well with tater tots) * Honey mustard (the usual in my opinion!) * Fire smash sauce (I really liked this sauce! Complemented the chicken sandwich well but also did a good job adding some "zaa" to my tater tots!) The venue us spacious and has cute art designs across the entire place. The staff are friendly and work fast too! Some pluses I absolutely love and appreciate here are that there are outlets, good music is always playing, and the art really reps Richmond and Bay Area culture overall. Excited to see this business grow! read more

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OMG !!! Thank god i finally stopped by been wanting to try forever. Boi oh boi was this spot so first of all the smash sauce is the secret to everything ...so bomb just like the other restaurants having their special sauce this is theirs the restaurant is super cute i love all the wall art and the table stickers it makes it so unique. The staff is friendly and they also have a touchscreen check out station as well. The restaurant it self has a lot of space inside and they also have outdoor seating in just a cute neighborhood! 10/10 recommend read more

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Really tasty! The bacon jam, carmzlized onions and special sauce push this over the top. Great fries, onion rings and mac'n'cheese

Best smash burgers ever, Vibes are on point and they serve beer as well! We had one smash burger and immediately wanted to order another read more

Johnny Boi - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Hella bomb! Just got a fat boi and cow boi, the trompo fries and the fruity pebbly shake. The food was so good, I can't believe I haven't been going here earlier. The burger was a great size for the price and tasted even better. The jam on the fat boi really hit the spot. The trompo fries came out looking like an art piece and the pieces of pina in it added the sweetness to the savory of the sauce and the fries. The shake didn't just taste like a vanilla shake with fruity pebbles it actually tastes like fruity pebbles. The service was fast and nice. The inside looks fresh. Definitely will come back. read more

Johnny Boi - Onion rings, Cow Boi, Fat Boi, Trompo Fries, fruity pebble shake, sweet tea - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Wow! A great big heap of messy goodness! The burger was so delicious and the sides of tots and mac-n-cheese were also delish. The prices were affordable, the crew super friendly, and great East Bay decor. Definitely coming back! read more

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Food and ambiance was great. Prices were fair. Will definitely be back to try other menu items. read more

Johnny Boi - Fat Boi with tots. - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

I stopped by Johnny Boi earlier after reading rave reviews for them. They lived up to the hype. The location is great-- on a corner right by the freeway with easy, accessible, streetside parking. They have plenty of spacious outdoor seating, which can be good if things get too loud inside. I'm sensitive to noise and found it a bit loud inside, with the music, TV, sounds of food being prepared, and diners conversing, but that's easily remedied with the outdoor seating area. The menu was plentiful but not overwhelmingly so. I ordered the Johnny Boi without carmelized onions or bacon jam and added jalapeños. It was very good and left me feeling full but not painfully stuffed. The fries were great, and the chocolate shake was the perfect sweetener for the meal. I love the decor and overall vibe. Customer service was excellent, and we were greeted as soon as we walked through the front door, even though they were already busy. Overall, it was a fun experience that I'd love to repeat in the future. read more

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OMG this restaurant Really good Burger shop Very good quality food I love it i love burger bowl read more

Johnny Boi is a new smash burger restaurant that has recently opened in Richmond, walking distance from my office. I know a lot of folks early on visited this restaurant and had a lot of positive feedback so after a month or so who am I to turn down a good burger. This place has a lot of great things going for it other than the food. Its located on a corner location with streetside parking. It has outdoor seating if required and the place is bright and airy. The interior seating and order counter are obvious and not challenging to place your order. And the food comes out lickety split. The interior is cute with floor to ceiling murals. I guess they look more like high quality style type spray can murals of Tupac, Selena and so forth. The menu is grouped by Burgers, Sides, Wings, Extras, Milkshakes and Fountain Drinks. They do have a kids portion that they've titled it Lil Bellies, cute! The burgers are smash burgers which I'm a fan of. They have approximately 7 choices from the burger section of the menu and I've tried the Johnny Boi and the Fat Boi. The Fat Boi has two beef smash patties compared to the one. I usually have my burger fully dressed which includes the normal accouterments, but also has their caramelized onions, bbq sauce and smash sauce. What makes these burgers so good is that their is a balance between the bun, beef, all the dressings that one doesn't overpower the other and has a well balanced taste of all the items. Home run! I normally go with the fries but on this last occasion I went with the onions rings. They were ok, and next time I'll go with the tator tots. I do like me a good milkshake but will save my calories for the next visit. If your ever in the downtown old Richmond definitely try out Johnny Boi's burgers. read more

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Best smashburger and fries I've had yet. I got mine with pineapple, which was a good decision. I would definitely go back if I'm in the area or see another one around. Service was fast, ambiance was clean, simple, fast food. My only complaint was that the noise the chairs make squeaking on the floor is worse than nails on a chalkboard. I can only imagine what it's like to work there and have to hear that all day. read more

Grabbed some burgers and wings here tonight. It's a big place. Cute art on the walls. Service was good. The food was just okay to me. The passion fruit lemonade was my fav read more

My burger was good and my wife's burger was exceptional. Counter service but they ask for a tip. Tipping culture is out of control. 42 plus bucks for two burgers with sides. And drinks. Ok but never going back too expensive for what you get read more

Johnny Boi - Fat Boi Burger - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

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Johnny Boi's was great! Well priced, yummy food. Super clean environment. Happy with the service. Everything is made fresh so it takes a little long to get things but the vibe was right. We went to watch the warriors game at dinner. It says pet friendly on yelp, but unfortunately the only seating that was available for animals to be accommodated was outside. They should probably change that info. But overall good time and good eats. read more

Johnny Boi - Menu - Burgers Near Me - Richmond, California

Went there for a quick bite on a Saturday night. Ordered the cowboy, wife got Johnny Boi, son got FatBoi and finally a chicken sandwich was ordered. We got shakes, onion rings, fried and Mac and Cheese for sides. Service was good and food came through pretty quick. I like the art on the walls it's a nice touch. They have four tv's and leave the remotes available for customers to control. Price was ok everything is expensive nowadays. (I'm old enough to remember regular and super burritos being $2.50 and $3.00) The burgers were seasoned good and the toppings went well with them. The bacon on the Mac and Cheese and burger was good quality. Onion rings were ok nothing spectacular and fries could have been hotter. The shakes were good and rich. The chicken sandwich was spicy. Was happy, we ate all of it and will come back. read more

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Cute, can't wait to taste the burger. Not a good start. Hiccup at the ordering kiosk. But, I have to say that, hands down, they have the best hamburgers I've tasted in a long while. A plus, their tater tots are on fire! Crispy, crunchy and even when cold still good. I haven't eaten here because I prefer to take my food to go, but I have been back an embarrassing number of times. The inside is young, hip and if I were a different type of person, I may be a touch judgemental about that. But, the food is solid, there is a bit of a wait if you are ordering in person, but it is so worth it. I usually get the fat boy with a gluten free bun! Thank you!!! The chocolate shakes are good and worth it too. I know that I'll be back because I've been back about once per week since my first visit. Embarrassing, maybe, but these burgers are on point! read more

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