We are a vegetarian and meat-eating household, so this place is a dream for us! I tried the Thai sweet chili vegan wings and K-Town jackfruit hoagie, and both were delicious! I'm amazed at the crisp and crunch of the vegan wings. Sweet Thai chili was good, but I can't wait to try more of their sauce options! The jackfruit hoagie was a good combo of sweet and spicy with the kimchi and gochujang sauce. 10/10 - would come back and take a tour through the rest of the menu! Service was very quick and friendly, and the shop shares a cute game room with some gaming systems. read more

Kinchana - Sweet Thai chili vegan wings - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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I found this place online and wanted to check it out. This is from 3/28/26. You can find free parking in the neighborhood. You order at the window and then they bring the food out to you. They also have water available that you can refill yourself. There is a room where you can play video games while waiting or when you're done. They also have books and physical media (movies and music). There are some merchandise for sale as well. We ordered yuzu lemon pepper wings, horchata bites, oyama burger, and diego burger. Fair prices and good size portions. They have restrooms in the back. Overall, this is about a 4 to me. It's worth checking out if you're in the area. -yuzu lemon pepper wings 5 - these were very tasty, no complaints. The lemon was not overpowering at all. I also liked that the wings were very meaty. -horchata bites 3.5 - they were not bad. Since they were called horchata bites, I wanted more of that horchata flavor to hit my taste buds. -oyama burger 5 - I only had a bite of this since my girlfriend ordered this. I actually prefer this over the diego burger. -diego burger 3.5 - this one was okay. I had plenty of sauce on mine, but I felt like the burger was overshadowed by the arugula. The burger should be the star of the show but I had too much arugula. It masked the flavor of the burger. read more

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Let's kick off this review by saying....wow! The flavor profile for the highland burger is off the charts. The patty was super crispy, Crunchy, and delicious. If I had to pick something to "complain" about, I would say maybe add another patty to make it more "filling". Otherwise this burger is spectacular. I also tried the Diego burger this one was okay, felt like it was heavy handed on the arugula with very little aioli sauce. I did try the Mexican Poutine fries and I'll say that the mole was a nice touch. I really enjoyed them. If you want to experience a bunch of flavors definitely try this one out. As for service, it was good. Asked how our order was, checked in on us from time to time, but person was on his phone majority of the time. Besides that fact, I would go back to try out monthly specials and other items. Keep up the great work. read more

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I had the Oyama Burger and the wasabi mayo was different and thought i was going to regret it, but it was good. The wings on the other hand was really salty and had to wipe the outside of the wings with napkin to get all the excess salt out. The service was great and there is a game room in the next room over so if you want to dine and then chill to play games, here is where you can come. Also, they have game board and crayons for coloring. Good burger and service, but the burger was not like wow wow and just alright. read more

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It was so hard not to order one of everything on this menu. From creative burgers to unique fusion appetizers and small bites, everything sounded delicious. I really wanted everything to taste as good as it sounded, but there were more flaws than pros. What pushed this from a 3 star to a 4 star for me was the service and ambiance. When we were leaving, the employee asked how our food was and I honestly didn't have the heart to tell him I didn't enjoy my meal as much as I thought I would because he was so kind and welcoming. The concept of this restaurant is awesome. It's a Cali-Asian-Mexican fusion restaurant known for creative burgers, wings, and fries, with vegan options like jackfruit sandwiches. The space is also shared with other vendors like a matcha pop up on Wednesdays and Thursdays and a comedy show on Thursdays. There's even a lounge loft area with vinyls and video games. In the main dining area there are a variety of hot sauces from placed around the restaurant. I loved this because you get to try new sauces. There is also a small side dish bar with kimchi, bamboo shoots, hot carrots, nopales, and jalapenos for complimentary enjoyment. They have a happy hour wing special where five wings are $5. Some of their snack items are also $1 off during happy hour which runs from 2-5pm dine in only. Drink options are limited, mostly canned sodas and bottled drinks. I ordered their lemonade. After the hardest decision making of my day we ordered the kogarashi burger, highland burger, cypher wings, and mock duck papa fritas. Lemonade Definitely watered down. A very light lemonade flavor, but surprisingly it helped balance some of the stronger food flavors so I wasn't too mad about it. Kogarashi Burger This burger comes with crispy fried spam chips, house sesame slaw, sliced daikon, teriyaki glaze, furikake, and spicy mayo. Unfortunately this was a letdown. The sesame slaw overpowered the entire burger and even with all that sauce the burger still felt dry. The patty and spam chips were cold when it reached the table which made me think they might have been pre cooked and assembled later. The bun was also dry so the whole bite lacked moisture. I barely noticed the daikon. Highland Burger This one was much better. It comes with American cheese, bacon, jalapenos, fried wonton strips, whipped cream cheese, and sweet Thai chili sauce. We asked to hold the cream cheese. All the flavors worked well together and the burger had a great grilled flavor from the patty and bacon. Cypher Wings These wings are tossed in a Thai chili chimichurri sauce. I expected more spice but it tasted more like a traditional chimichurri. That said the wings were perfectly cooked and very meaty for $1 per wing. Super juicy and flavorful. I would come back to try another flavor like the yuzu lemon pepper. Mock Duck Papa Fritas I love mock duck when I get Thai food so I was curious about this dish. It starts with crinkle cut fries topped with mock duck, cabbage, onions, jalapenos, Thai chili chimichurri, spicy hoisin crema, and an avocado citrus drizzle. Unfortunately I didn't enjoy this. The fries were soggy and undercooked. Some fries, on the inside, had the texture of undercooked frozen French fries. The sauces clashed with each other and made the flavors confusing. I think this dish would have worked better with fewer sauces and crispier fries. I really wanted to love this place. The concept is fun, the space is unique, and the service was great. Unfortunately the food didn't live up to how good everything sounded on the menu. Flavors either clashed too much or fell short. About five minutes after finishing my meal I got a pretty bad stomach ache and I am still nauseous right now. read more

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I've tried the highland, kimgogi, and kogarashi burger. They are all pretty unique burgers with the highland being my favorite. Kimgogi could be a close second but I'd like a heartier bun to keep up with the juicy kimchi in the burger. The meat was perfectly smashed and crispy and salty. Each table had a variety if hot sauces which was a nice addition, away from just siracha and cholula. Tried wings my second time there and they were well fried and it was an it was topped with an herbal and spice green sauce which was delicious and unique. They have a cute sticker that they have a new design for each month and it's free for customers. The loft is fun filled with nostalgia. The service is welcoming and helpful. Might be my new neighborhood hang. read more

Kinchana - Loft area - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

The customer service was great. We got our food within 8 minutes. We ordered their new sawya burger and wings and an Oyama burger. The sawya burger was delicious and not too sweet. The oyama burger was lacking flavors because the slaw was too bland and the meat wasn't that great. The sawya wings were overly salted. We had to dust off some of the seasoning because we couldn't eat it even after dipping it into the chili sauce. read more

We came today and tried more menu items. We didn't leave any crumbs and also bought a t-shirt for $5. The Oyama burger was delicious; the wasabi mayo subtle. I will order this again or the Highland. The Diego burger was light and fresh and also tasty. I noticed the burgers are best eaten when first served hot - in case like us you tried a bit of everything and then came back to them. The mexican fries were great. The crinkle fries don't need any toppings- they stand out on their own. For the poutine, I would have liked melted cheese vs cold, but the mole flavor was good and overall it's a very good dish. I think even nicer than the curry fries. Partner liked the wings and is going to try another flavor next time, working through their rotation of flavors. I dont know if it's salt or flavoring on the outside of the cauliflower dippers, I told my partner they were too salty but just like a well seasoned tortilla chip, I came back for more! The lemon pepper dip was yummy. They paired well together. Service was great again. It's a nice place to come and have a relaxing casual meal. read more

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Finally checked this place out and it lives up to the hype!! Saw them all over social media. The space is super cool, kind of a retro lounge feel with a split setup where you can either sit down to eat or hang out and play games. Easy spot to spend more time than you planned, especially with the older games like Tony Hawk Pro Skater and Mario Kart. The workers and or owners were super laid back and super helpful. We ran through a few burgers and they all delivered. Good smash style, crispy edges, solid flavor. Nothing felt basic, each one had something a little different going on. The Oyama was also my favorite just because of the texture, had a nice crunch that made it stand out. The real surprise for me was the wings. Came during happy hour and the $1 wings are honestly one of the best deals I've seen. They came out hot, super plump, and actually had flavor not just sauce. That alone makes it worth coming back. Overall great vibe, good food, and solid value. I'd definitely run it back, especially for the wings!! read more

I've been wanting to visit this place for a while, so finally made the trip today! The interior of the place is decorated so nicely, it has such a cozy and retro fuel. The restaurant is split into, one side is for eating and the other side is a hangout spot with video games and other games too. Overall, the decor and the whole vibe of the place was really nice!! my boyfriend and I got to try three burgers and two wings. We tried the Diego, the Highland, and the Oyama!! All of the burgers were unique in their own way, but as a smashburger lover, I really enjoyed all of them. I personally got the Oyama and I loved the fresh crunch of the veggies, it was really different from any burger i've tried!! NOW THE WINGS. I am a huge wing lover, so I was really happy to report that these wings are GOOD. I think it's the same wings and they changed the coating based on each flavor. My fav is the YUZU PEPPER, which is basically lemon pepper but with Yuzu. WOULD 100% COME BACK AND TRY THE OTHER FLAVORS!! read more

I visited this place in years past when you could get Jamaican food.  It was ok.  Now you can get burgers and it's called Kinchana. I ordered a burger with bacon, lettuce, and tomato.  Bun was soft with a mild flavor.  Lettuce and tomato were fresh.  Beef had a mild beef flavor.  Bacon was crunchy and was cooked to the point all the moisture was removed.  Too dry for my taste.  This burger was ok. Crinkle cut fries were crispy and I loved the flavor.  Alot like Shake Shack fries. Guy in charge was nice and service was speedy. read more

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Kinchana has put down roots in the Rolando neighborhood after operating a food truck in the East Village part of downtown. They took over a space that used to house a Caribbean eatery as well as the next door suite which has been turned into a loft. It's essentially a gaming lounge where you can relax and play old-school video games on vintage televisions. The main dining area could seat about two dozen customers. The menu featured Cali-Asian-Mexican burgers of which there were eight choices. Three vegan hoagies were also available that used jackfruit as "pulled pork." Happy hour chicken wings, french fries, and a mac salad were the rest of the main offerings. I picked the Kimgogi Burger that was dressed with kimchi, Korean BBQ glaze, kojuchang, furikake, pickled lotus root, radish slaw, and avo citrus sauce. The flavors were neither too spicy nor overwhelming which was my worry. I also selected the Curry Fries that were the crinkle cut variety topped with house Japanese curry, sesame slaw, pickled radish, and togarashi. I liked this item even more than the burger because the mild curry over the fries provided a warm comfort food feeling when I started consuming it. The slaw and radish added some acid that cut through the carbs from the potatoes. The creativity of these fusion burgers was evident. I would consider returning to try a different selection as the prices were reasonable for the quality and uniqueness. The worker (owner?) who took my order was pleasant and very welcoming. I enjoyed my meal from Kinchana enough to give it a four star rating. read more

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4.5 stars, but serious potential to be a 5. First of all, love the vibe here. There's a game, vinyl room where you can chill on the couch, play games, and even purchase repurposed denim! It feels like you're in your cool friend's living room. Second, food is solid but with a few tweaks, could be incredible. We ordered the cypher wings, kimgogi burger, and fries (extra crispy). The wings were super crispy but still juicy, and the sauce was a fresh, thick, almost salsa style sauce. Very tasty, esp with the addition of more hot sauce. I don't normally like crinkle cut fries, but getting them extra crispy was the way to go. The fries were also super hot and crisp, and stayed hot for a surprising sling of time. Love that they offer a ton of unique hot sauces and satay sauces on the side! The burger was pretty tasty and flavorful, but needed a little bit more oomph. The burger buns needed to be toasted more to add a crunch, and the kimchi should be sautéed in butter for a deeper, umami flavor. Because the burger was so thin, the cold kimchi and softly toasted bun made the burger go cold faster. I think, with the right burger order, Kinchana could be a must visit spot! I'll be back to try a different burger! read more

We stopped by Kinchana after seeing their grand opening info on social media. Super cool concept with the shop/game loft and very unique menu offerings. We had the pleasure to meet the owner Michael and his wife and learning about their food truck journey to brick and mortar. The flavors worked so well together & Michael recommended added the black garlic chili sate to the entrees. SO GOOD! We asked if they sold the bottles there, and grabbed one for $7.50. Will be back for sure! read more

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This place was very fun and delicious! Be blessed with the customer service and flavors.

This is a cool spot. Food is great, friendly service, and the layout inside is very unique. There's a side room where you can play video games and they have clothes and records for sale. I've had the chasa burger, Diego burger, buffalo, and yuzu lemon pepper wings. All were amazing. They also have vegan options for most items. No beer or wine but good sodas. read more

We didn't know what we were in the mood for and just randomly found this place. The food looked good in pictures and had decent reviews so when we went there, it didn't disappoint. We met the owner Michael and he told us the story behind them picking the name of the restaurant, which was really cool! Ask him yourself. Food was nice quality and the place also has a little chill hangout room connected to the restaurant that they call "the loft." You can play video games and hangout in a nostalgic fashion. Cool local place! Great place for a good burger! read more

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Great burger flavors, crispy fries and a super tasty elote salad! Great vibe, friendly service and bonus room w/video games, vintage clothing, records and more. Don't skip the lavender Arnold Palmer! read more

Kinchana - Hawaiian mac elote salad--so good! - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great food and customer service. Food was delivered to the table quickly with minimal wait. Shop was decorated with cool decore and lounge had great vibes read more

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I appreciate how there is a wide option for those with dietary restrictions (a lot of vegan options!) I tried the mock duck fries which were surprisingly good. I also loved the curry fries - nice balance of the curry sauce and fries. They are overall very unique on their flavors. I tried the Oyama and the teriyaki glaze was a little too sweet for me but I am curious how the other burgers are. The owner is super friendly and the game room is such a nice touch to the atmosphere. Side note, recommend asking if there are any secret menu :) read more

What other place can I sit down with my 10 year old son and play Mario Kart on n64 and eat Tajin dry rub chicken wings and have really balanced tasty Fushion burgers? Such a dope spot with great food. If your born 1980-90 your gonna love it. read more

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Delicious? check! (I had a vegan hoagie, 'lil bro had wings & fries, all were well-prepared, fresh and good quality!) Creative? check! Affordable? check! Community-oriented? check check! (that 2nd room, tho!) The kind of neighborhood spot I want to see more of? check! We'll be back! And hey yelp, the restaurant is in El Cerrito, not Rolando. read more

Drove past this place a couple of times and knew I had to try it out. I was able to come today with my best-friend, and let me just say their burgers are amazing! I got the Highland burger and my best-friend got the Kimgogi. Both were delicious! I'm absolutely in awe with the flavors in the Highland burger--you could taste each and every single ingredient. It's definitely not overbearing in my opinion. The service was excellent and quick. I really enjoyed the atmosphere that the restaurant gave--cozy, friendly, and welcoming. Will definitely come again to try out their other items! read more

Kinchana - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Kimchana was a really cool place! I'm not usually a fan of fusion, but I think they do it well. The Asian-Hispanic fusion really displays and represents the diversity of San Diego. The owner was super kind and patient when explaining the menu to us. Service was fast. I heard the grill turn on after we ordered, so I believe orders were made fresh. I ordered the Diego burger and the Colima fries. I felt that the burger could have been seasoned more but there was a nice selection of hot sauces and seasoning to add to our food right at the table, so that fixed it right up. The flavors of the burger were nice and melded well together. The burger patty itself, which was a smash burger, was well cooked. The Colima fries were wonderful and tasted just like Filipino spaghetti (which is what I think they are inspired by). The restaurant itself is very intimate and simple with limited seating, which made it feel like a nice hole in the wall. On the other side of the restaurant was a cool hang out space with other items for sale (candles and clothing merch). There were couches for relaxation and sitting. The vintage video games were available for patrons to use. This is a great set up to hang out in after eating. I would highly recommend this establishment and I would return! read more

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Food was great and cheap! Inside was super cool. Kind of small, but really friendly staff and had a cool spot next to the tables where you could chill, play games or check out the retro items on display. Definitely coming back! read more

Kinchana is officially one of our favorite spots. Notable highlights: The Highland burger is delicious...it's such a unique flavor that I haven't tasted before. The elote mac salad is equally unique. I know it's technically supposed to be shared, but I'd happily have it all for myself. I also appreciate the vegan options. I have a few family members who are vegan, so this place allows everyone to get something they'll enjoy. read more

Great burgers and it's a short walk from home. Very welcoming as soon as we walked in. Definitely will be back soon. read more

Kinchana - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

Cool place and cool vibes. There's a chill loft to the left of the place when you enter. The front guy Michael is a nice guy and his customer service is on point. The food here is pretty good. I got the Americana and it tasted good. Definitely recommend this to anybody that's looking for a hidden gem. read more

This place is absolutely amazing 10/10. I've been twice (so far) and it's been an absolute exquisite experience within hospitality and food. I came in for the first time during happy hour I ordered the 5 korean bbq wings and they were absolutely divine. Alongside the wings I got the mac and cheese nuggets as well as a mango lemonade. The portions are so good at such a reasonable price. The second time I came they had a valentine's day special which was 2 burgers, 2 fries, and 2 drinks for $34 which is a steal!! The staff are always so friendly and speedy with whatever tasks may need to be completed in order to get food coming out fresh and fast. They have a dining area in the first room where you order and then the room over is a cute game room with more seats and clothes and more you can buy from. This place is just a perfect place to go to either eat and hang out. Can't wait to come back. read more

SO good! Went in with a friend and we got the Highland and Diego burgers and they were both super solid. The owner was awesome as well. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other items on the menu. Highly recommend checking this place out read more

Always top $ burgers! Don't forget to get the wings. Fire! Can't gate keep anymore.. come get it read more

Don't sleep on this place - it's so good! Great burgers and fries (classic American or some great Asian fusion options), and super good specials. They also have a lounge/living room with video games and movies - it's a great spot to hang out!! read more

It was very good delicious food and amazing service! I definitely recommend it! I also love the ambience

Smash burgers exceed those at Tanner's in Oceanside. Very crisp crinkle cut fries showered with seasoned salt; fantastic! Homey living room space to listen to vinyl records or a movie. Relaxing and calming. I love it here! read more

Really great burgers. $16 for a great burger, thick fries and a drink is a deal. The $12 wing special is the perfect dinner. Support this great local place in El Cerrito. read more

Had the kimchi jackfruit sandwich one day because I wanted something light, had to come back the next day to try the kimgogi burger with real beef and some fries too. This place makes delicious food! The burgers are out of this world!! They have vegan/veggie options, kids menu, as well as chicken wings. Vibes are awesome with a cool place to chill next door that has retro video games. Service was great, place is clean. read more

went during my lunch break and ended up finding a great restaurant in the neighborhood! service was quick and attentive and the space was inviting and clean. i ordered the oyama burger and the balance in texture was amazing. would definitely come back to try their other burgers! read more

Kinchana - oyama burger, french fries - Burgers Near Me - San Diego, California

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Underrated Gem, wings were really affordable and 100% packed flavor. They had video games, movies, board games. Part of me doesn't want this spot to get blown up, because of how fire it is. read more

Run, don't walk, to try this amazing fusion burger joint. The food wan delicious!! We got the Oyama and Kimgogi burgers with the sidewinder fries, mac and cheese nuggets (I could eat a bucket of these babies) and the cypher wings. Everything was flavorful and well cooked. Don't forget to ask for a side of the curry sauce to dip your fries and nuggies in! read more

Super cool spot, throwback vibes, with crazy good burgers, amazing flavors. I know some of are purists when it comes to burgers, and fusion stuff does not always get executed well, but these burgers are awesome! Smash burgers with all the Asian flavors are a perfect match. Great friendly service too! read more