First time visiting last weekend. Take aways: 1. Friendly staff, they were actually happy that we stopped in. 2. Burgers were off the chart. Lots of options to pick from. 3. Why haven't I eaten here before? 4. I'll be back. read more

Thanks a lot. Only open at the most inconvenient hours. Came in before 8, got settled and then were told "we're Closed." I explained that we had come in before closing time, and we were still not served. It's hard enough to get in here when the place is closed at 4 on Sundays, and closed completely on Mondays and Tuesdays. I really like the food here but this leaves a very bad taste in my mouth. How are we supposed to support a local business when they're never open when we need them to be? It is too tricky to keep track of their fussy hours. Guess I'll get my burgers elsewhere. read more

Local Heroes - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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Best burger I've ever had, hands down. Awesome staff and relaxed ambiance. I take my family from several towns over to come here, grab a beer, and enjoy the manliest burger in existence: the Big Ed. Don't listen to the weenie on here who's big mad because he didn't look at the hours of operation. This place is one-of-a-kind. read more

Local Heroes - Yes, it's glorious. - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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! read more

Local Heroes - Menu - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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. read more

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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! read more

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

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.

The burgers here are top notch!! Generous portions and loaded with fresh veggies. Delicious selection of beers as well! Staff are very friendly and the service is fast. Would absolutely recommend you stop by! read more

We haven't been out to eat in quite a while since having a couple kids. We stopped here after a couple errands. It was wonderful! They were quick and super friendly as always. The 'grill master' (who I remembered from before) made a delicious meal and was so kind with our young kids. We will definitely be back(when the kids allow)! read more

Love this place. Better than the infamous "burgers and cream". Pricing is great. Fries suck. Cashiers are dingbats. However, the ambience and burgers are tasty quality and make up for the negatives. read more

The burgers were soooo freaking delicious. Felt like a divey gem that I wish I knew about sooner! They did charge me $25 extra on accident so that wasn't great. However, they had a really tasty gluten-free bun and really delicious shakes & beers. Highly recommend. read more

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! read more

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Hands down the best burger in the area! The service is consistently friendly and efficient, and the fries and burgers are always fresh and full of flavor. read more

Mom & Pop trying to make something work. They haven't claimed this business on Yelp. Would probably mislead them anyway. 4* is not the reality. I had a Jalapeño Cheeseburger and small fries. 1st. The fries were limp. Need to turn up the fryer probably 20-30° I had one slice of Jalapeño, the rest were burnt to a crisp. Price is probably too low. These 2 items rang up at $12.91. It was okay, but won't be back. Lunchtime crowd is non-existent. There's a restaurant across the freeway that blows the doors off. Wanted to try something different whilst in Auburn. Oh well read more

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. read more

Local Heroes - A-Town Burger - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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

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

This is a small local Auburn business. The owner cooked the food for us with a smile and great customer service! Came here with kids, and they loved the burgers, too. The price is a little expensive, but it's worth it. Got pickled fries. you must try if you are adventurous. Free parking on the back and great sitting indoors and outside. Great jewel of Aulburn! read more

Local Heroes - Burger and pickle fries - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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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

Been going here for the past ten years: this is the place for the best juicy burger in town! They have options for different cheeses, too. Always consistent, always friendly. Reasonably priced and I will continue to recommend to anyone who asks where they can get a great burger! read more

Our favorite burger stop on the way up the mountain. Fries are awesome, good beer selection, and lots of different burger choices. Only a couple turns off 80. Call ahead to order on a busy travel day, it's not fast-fast food! read more

The food was delicious. The service very friendly, a comfortable and casual place to enjoy a beer and a burger. read more

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

Giving them a little grace on the stars, because they are a genuine local business and that's hard to do, but they have some short comings. First the good, super nice people trying hard to make it in a crappy time. If that's all you needed they would be killing it. The burger was good, but not great, and I feel like you're paying for great. I have the Dam Burger and I liked the fried jalapeños and their sauce is also good. Wife had the California and said it was good. We also got a large side of fried pickles and a large sweet potato fries. Size was nice on these, I feel like I got my money's worth, but they were really salty. Maybe just me but we couldn't finish them. The pickles a specialty, they are already salt because they are pickles, you don't need to add a bunch more on top. Next time I'll order light salt and add more as needed. Probably give them another shot since this is the first time I've been here since they opened. Hope the best for them and all the small businesses struggling right now. read more

Local Heroes - Fried pickles - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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Had the A-town burger with a side of fries and lemonade. It was amazing. Sat outside in the sun. read more

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

When you order make sure to ask for it to be cooked how you want if you don't want it to come out like this. It's not even just the center, the whole burger is pink/red. The fries super greasy and crispy/crunchy/kinda burnt. Couldn't eat more of this burger and the combo of this and the fries and made me sick. I called and requested a refunded but was offered a burger for next time, I don't want another burger :( once you get sick from a place the thought of eating there again turns your stomach. I just won't be back :( read more

Local Heroes - Cali burger no onions, tomatos or lettuce - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

Decided to try this place out after a hike with some friends. We were immediately welcomed by the staff who were friendly and made us all feel comfortable. The music they play is that of classic American rock. You get diner/bar vibes when you walk in and definitely gets busy around lunch time. They have so many burger options to choose from so I decided to order the cliff burger and some sweet potato fries. The fries were delicious and extra crispy. The cliff burger was loaded with two thick burger patties, grilled onions and some delicious Swiss cheese. Definitely would recommend after a hike or if you're in the mood for some burgers! read more

Local Heroes - Sweet potato fries. - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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We stopped in for a snick snack before watching some live music at the downtown square! The people were very friendly and cheerful. The menu is basic - and that's okay - it's a diner and was crowded with regulars which is a good sign. Tip: There is a parking lot in the back in case you can't find street parking. They have a nice outdoor patio and also lots of seating inside. My only minor complaint is that it was 100 degrees outside and it was pretty warm inside the restaurant. We had fries, a shake and a float. The fries were AWESOME!!!! Be sure to get a side of their zesty ranch dressing. The shake was thick and tasty!!! We will most likely come back to try a burger or sandwich next time. read more

Local Heroes - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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November 3, 2022 Update of any comments try one thousand two hundred forty nine! Previous of this restaurant has twenty four votes, twenty votes, and twenty four votes! They have a child menu! Cost of $6.44 with tax, let just round off and say $6.45 with tax! He gave me back $3.55 in change, saying he will get the penny! The child menu has three pieces of chicken, they letting me substitute an apple sauce instead of fries, and even a small drink! This all came in a red basket! This place for any Visitors, it is across from the Auburn Visitor Center, actually it is called Auburn Welcome Center! This is a restaurant! By the name, this is how I see it! LOCAL HEROES! Here in town Auburn, Placer County, there are heroes! There are the police, there are the Sheriff, there are medical people, there are I have met some, the people that train the police K 9 dogs, there are teachers, yes indeed, teachers are heroes, there are volunteers for the different non profit organizations such as Auburn Corps of Salvation Army 286 Sutter, Auburn, California 95603, there are the Military people! Military, thank you Sir for your service, thank you Ma'am for your service! read more

Food was amazing!! The beer is fantastic!! The people working there are lovely!! Local Heroes will DEFINITELY be one of our spots to stop on our way to hit the slopes in Tahoe!! The whole party of 9 was completely satisfied. A few of them pushing me to leave a good review as soon as we left. The tenderness of the burgers will leave you lusting for more!! Go check out Local Heroes even if it's out of your way. It won't disappoint!! read more

GREAT FOOD!!! We are pleasantly surprised, great value, great taste, awesome service, and super nice and chill ambiance!! They even let us bring our dog in, that's really cool. We will definitely be back next time we are in Auburn! read more

Hamburgers are good but I love their beer battered onion rings. Only downside is no refills. Other than friendly staffs and awesome juicy burgers. read more

My husband took me here for the first time and I will definitely be coming back! Delicious burgers, great beer - what more could you ask for? read more

Local Heroes - Dam Burger and CA Burger with large fries and beers - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

The food is really good don't get me wrong, the fries are well seasoned and the shakes are very delicious! The problem is one of the employees.. she is an old blond haired lady, she has a very snappy attitude and is very rude. She seems to always be upset and often gets the orders wrong and blames the customers, she has no patience when people are ordering and the food always takes forever to come out! Other than her, the rest of the employees are great, very nice and PATIENT with the customers and seriously she shouldn't be working there if she hates it so much! read more

After hiking close to the restaurant we decided to stop by and try it out since our friends recommended it. First the food tasted great. Delicious burgers at a great price. Perfect after the hike. We came during their lunch rush so they were scrambling a bit and forgot a couple of our items but when we let them know they were quick to fix the issue and provided all our items. So I would say their service is great. The interior looks cool also kind of run down building but the seating and tables were comfortable. I would recommend this place and will definitely return. read more

The food was great, atmosphere felt just like home. Service was quick and efficient and also i like that they are donating money to firefighters. read more

Local Heroes - Burger And Fries - Burgers Near Me - Auburn, California

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

6 Stars _ Best Burgers _ Best Service -- I always get the Confluence Burger(partner get the western states burger) , jack pepper macaroni bites fries , & a chocolate Oreo shake!!! Love the atmosphere and staff! Serious joy every time we eat here read more