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Local Heroes

4.2 (382 reviews)
ModerateBurgers, American
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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Ed W.

Great local place for burgers and micro's, If you feel adventurous try the Auburn City Fire chili cheese burger with smoked ghost pepper cheese, to die for!

Cardiac trail burger
Amber B.

Definitely a must try if you're passing through town. We stopped in for quick bite to eat and we weren't disappointed. Staff is very inviting, the place was packed with customers young and old which made the environment feel family friendly. Mac and cheese bites are absolutely to die for they're perfectly ooey-gooey. I had the bacon cheddar burger with red onions added and the temperature of the burger was cooked to perfection. Fries were also superb. My fiancé had the cardiac trail, it genuinely looked like the juiciest burger I've seen. We also ordered a few shakes, they weren't my personal favorite only because the chocolate shake tasted like Hershey syrup added to vanilla ice cream BUT the fiancé loved it so it all depends on tastebuds.

Nikki J.

After a morning hike in Colfax, California, we found ourselves absolutely starving for a satisfying burger. That's when we stumbled upon Local Heroes in Auburn--and we were lucky enough to walk right up to the counter without a wait. The restaurant was clean and modern and we had no issues finding a seat. We went for the California Burger, topped with pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and avocado. It was, without a doubt, fantastic--juicy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Being a fan of fried pickles, I couldn't resist ordering a small order, along with a side of onion rings. Both were crispy, hot, and the perfect accompaniment to our burgers. The service was quick, and everything was served fresh and delicious. If you're ever in the area and craving a top-notch burger or simply a great variety of options, Local Heroes is definitely worth a visit. Plus, they've got a selection of local beers on draft, so you can enjoy a cold one to pair with your meal. Highly recommended!

As you enter the main dining room, you walk up to the counter, grab a menu, make your selection, and pay for your order.
Eric R.

Local Hereos, located in downtown Auburn, CA has achieved quite a reputation among the area locals for serving some of the best burgers in Placer County. The Auburn area is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts, so the word of the delicious burgers has spread to the Bay Area, Sacramento and beyond... Local Heroes has derived the name from local heroes, including first responders and military personnel. As I served in the U.S. Navy, I received a 10% discount on my order, as it happens with all military and first responders. I didn't even have to show my V.A. card as I was granted the discount without question. No, I'm not a "local hero," as I'm a simple enlisted sailor that simply did my duty and was discharged with full military honors. As you enter the main dining room, you walk up to the counter, grab a menu, make your selection, and pay for your order. They will ask your name, and when you're order is ready, they'll call your name and you'll pick up your order. The main dining room is sparsely decorated, as it's mostly tile floor, pine waistcoating and white painted walls. The furniture is simple tables... hey... this is a restaurant that specializes in hamburgers, so there is nothing fancy! The layout of the restaurant is interesting, as it's divided into two sections, with the open kitchen and the order counter in the middle. You enter the restaurant through the main dining room, which is spartan and pretty much like any other diner that specializes in burger, but past the order counter, you enter another room that features a small beer bar, with beer on tap, high tables, and a sports bar-like atmosphere. There is also an extra order pick-up window, along with a giant container of ketchup with a pump, so you can fill little cups full of ketchup for your burger - if that's your interest - or to dip your fries into. From the "Burgers" section of the menu, I went with a "Villian Triple," along with a large order of fries. Triple beef patties? Of course! The menu describes the delicious "Villian Triple" as, "100% lean Angus beef patty, crisp lettuce, tomato, red onion and our house sauce served on a fresh Brioche bun with a pickle wedge on the side." Along with the burger, I ordered a large side of fries. There were many options that I could have adorned my burger with - for extra cost - such as cheese, avocado, bacon and mushrooms. Today, I simply looked forward to a delicious, "old school" hamburger and fries, and that's what I enjoyed. The "Villian Triple" will satisfy the appetite of a lumberjack or a NFL linebacker as it has THREE one-third pound beef patties, so do the math, and it adds up to THREE QUARTER POUND of 100& lean Angus beef! Where's the beer? ... it's here! The beef is grilled to medium, but if that's not in your interest, just ask and the accommodating staff will grill the beef to your specification. Burgers cooked medium works in my direction, and my three beef patties were seasoned, juicy, and were perfectly grilled to medium perfection. Did I mention three?... Yes, I enjoyed a whopping triple hamburger on this late Thursday morning. A hamburger is all about the meat, but to be complete, the burger must have a good bun that tastes great, you can hold in your hand, and supports and enhances the burger. No surprise, as my burger was wrapped around a fresh, slightly toasted Brioche bun, which held things together and made the burger experience supremely delicious. Fresh lettuce, tomato and red onion added to the deliciousness of this burger. I noted the meat and bun were hot and the lettuce, tomato and onion were chilled, which adds an extra taste dimension to an outstanding hamburger. The fresh, chilled slice of dill pickle on the side added a bonus and a taste sensation. I must add the bun, along with the meat, was basted in "house sauce," which was simply a variation of "Thousand Island Dressing." Actually, that is a compliment, as the sauce made this for a juicy, all-you-can-napkin "old school" burger experience, which is what I love. ketchup... mustard... dill pickle relish... simply were not needed, as this burger was standalone delicious. In my "burger opinion" you can enjoy a burger without a side, so I ordered a large side of "Fries," which complimented my "Villian Triple" in every way, including a small cup or two for dipping. The fries were cut thinly, and to my delight, the fries included potato skin! Yowza! The fries were deep fried to a medium golden brown on the outside, and were tender and juicy inside. What really made me smile is the fries were perfectly seasoned, and not salty, oily or mushy. Complete with the potato skins, the fries served at Local Heroes were perfect and made for an excellent side dish. Five Star Dining in downtown Auburn!

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BURGERS, RINGS, & SHAKE! Yes please! Insanely good burgers, the staff is on another level of awesome. I had to finally post, every time we go the staff is happy, getting along and working hard. Cool outdoor seating is cozy with a small bar. One of our local favs for sure.

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Best burgers in Auburn ! Service is consistent and fast . Has some outdoor seating and beer.

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The best burger i've had in a very long time. Prices are great and the staff is friendly. This spot is now on my shortlist of favorites.

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My favorite burger ever! Cooked to perfection, Roper with onion rings & icy cold 1/2 Punch .... Yum!

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Used to get this all the time in high school. Best burger in town hands down!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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1 year ago

Do yourself a favor and order the pickle fries, really good burger too at a decent price. It's hard to beat a real local hero

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Best place in auburn to get an honest burger. Ample portions and all the ingredients are fresh. Chili fries are also good!

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Best place to get an old fashioned burger in Auburn. Service is always awesome and friendly!

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It has good food. I get good service. The people that work here are nice. I love their BLT sandwich.

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