Came here after the heartbreaking U.S. FIFA World Cup loss to Belgium, but thankfully Lovely's was exactly the pick-me-up I needed. We grabbed a table on the massive two-story back patio, which was comfortably heated with numerous well-spaced patio heaters. The communal wooden tables really gave the space a lively, social atmosphere that perfectly set the good-vibes only energy. Ordered the "Drive Thru" burger and could not have been more satisfied. Friends got doubles, but even with my single patty I had tons to feast on. Not a crazy thick patty, but in combination with the melted cheese, it was flavorful and juicy and simply hit the right spot. I appreciated that it came loaded with finely shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles with some secret sauce unlike some burger joints. They have a healthy selection of beers, the ideal pairing for the meal. The fries leaned a bit too salty for my taste, and while the chili fries stayed impressively crisp instead of turning soggy, they were also on the saltier side. Regardless, the burger easily stole the show and I'll surely be back. read more

Lovely’s - The Drive Thru (American cheese, schmaltz onions, lettuce, tomato on a sesame bun) $11.25 - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Possibly my favorite smashburger I've tried in the city. I'm not really a smashburger person, and often times if you get it without cheese, the burger can be a bit drier / blander, but that wasn't an issue here. Plus I like that the Drive Thru came with schmaltz onion, lettuce, and tomato, so there was more than just bun and meat. The sesame bun itself was good too. I also liked the fries, crispy but soft inside. read more

great burgers with a caveat. simple, well made, and a fantastic ambiance. the only drawback, and a fairly big one, is the wait in order to eat. you are able to order drinks while you wait, which are all locally sourced, but be prepared to wait easily up to an hour in order to be sat. BUT, once you are sat, the experience is delightful. the atmosphere and staff are warm, friendly, and hip. the prices are not bad at all, the star of the show was their sauce, and the burgers definitely hold their own in a fairly competitive scene. 7.5/10 read more

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I've been to Lovely's five times now, and there is a definite pattern to the experience. The Good: The food is consistently great, they nail it every single time, which makes the wait worth it. The ambiance, both inside and outside, is amazing with a genuinely cool vibe. That's exactly why we keep coming back. The Real Talk: The service is just okay. The waiters are friendly, but you need to know going in that once you're seated, you'll be fetching your own water, sauces, and napkins (which makes the tip ask feel a bit odd). Additionally, the wait times can be intense. On our last three visits, we ordered the same thing: two Drive-Thru burgers and a side of fries; it took a little over 45 minutes from payment to table, costing nearly $55 every time. Note: We sat near the bar, and an employee accidentally dropped a tray of dirty dishes. While cleaning it up, the tray was tossed onto the floor and hit my girlfriend. We totally get that accidents happen and there was no malice behind it, but it's worth noting. Overall, as long as you know what to expect with the service and wait times, you'll have a great time! read more

Lovely's has an incredible patio area which is perfect for any day with good weather. The service was okay but quick. We got the picnic and I just thought the burger lacked flavor. There were lots of vegetables but too little salt and the meat was pretty dry. I liked the vibes but wouldn't want to comeback. read more

Lovely’s - The Picnic Burger - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Understandably one of the top smash burgers in the city, and at an affordable price! We love coming here early (right around open at 5pm-ish) so we can snag a table since it gets quite busy. Order a beer or two at your table, and then someone will come around to take your burger order.. the drive thru with jalapeños never fail for me, with a side of fries. The back patio is lovely to sit in while you inhale your burger and beer, but don't come too late because you'll have to wait in quite the line! Smash burgers are really quite affordable here; I've made the trek twice now despite living decently far from Woods Cole Valley. I'll be back for more! read more

Lovely’s - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Overall very average experience. For what it is, a simple drive thru style burger place, it's pretty overpriced. Additionally you're ordering yourself and getting napkins, condiments, water, etc. yourself so there's not much to the service aspect of it. We went around 3:30pm on a Sunday and it was packed but we were lucky enough to be seated within 5 minutes. I don't really understand why people would wait so long to eat here. The burger was decent but definitely not worth a wait. The fries were not great but also just not my preferred style of fry. read more

Lovely’s - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Got the drive thru and picnic burger with chili fries! Both were good size and good for a quick burger fix. Chili cheese fries were good but a bit salty. Beers were nice, interesting glass though. Love the patio vibe, gets pretty busy so tables have to shared most of the time. Sat by the fire pit which was ok but the counter is a bit far to reach the food comfortably. Service was kind and quick. read more

Lovely’s - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'm dreaming about this smash burger every night! The burgers and fries are made fresh to order, and it was fun watching them assemble everything. I had the Drive Thru burger while my partner got the OG smash with two patties. The beef tasted super fresh and juicy. Even a single patty had plenty of flavor, unlike a lot of chains. The Drive Thru burger was perfectly balanced with pickle slices, swirl of sauce, bed of lettuce, and slices of tomato. The evening wait can be a bit long since people come for the drinks and vibes, but it's definitely worth it!! read more

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Lovely's is a super popular burger spot tucked in the Wood's at Cole Valley. The weather has been amazing recently, and eating burgers/fries in their ambient outdoor patio out back was such a good vibe. Heat lamps are provided for those chillier evenings, too. We got the Drive Thru burgers, which come with shredded lettuce, American cheese, some special sauce, and a hefty burger patty. Honestly a very standard but perfect hamburger. The fries came out piping hot and were so perfectly crispy -- we really enjoyed these. The line for patio seats can get long, so plan accordingly! You can order drinks at Wood's at sip while you wait. Apparently, you may still be able to order burgers to go even if you are unable to get a seat before the kitchen closes. read more

Lovely’s - Drive-Thru - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

This burger was just ok. The burger patty was very flat and crispy which would've been good if it wasn't so small. The wait was long which they did warn me about after ordering, but I just feel it wasn't worth it and it's not better than other burgers I've had. read more

Wait in line wasn't too long, just depends when people get to and if you want inside or back patio. Got in line around 6:40p, got seated by 6:57p, ordered at 7:03p, and got our food at 7:40p had to minus a star for how long it took from order to getting our food. I was very impressed with the food here! The burger was so good it's definitely a runner up to my #1 burger but it's up there. For a simple burger so so so flavorful, it didn't feel like a smashburger to me just a regular burger but hella good. My favorite tho has to be the Chicago dog. After visiting Chicago this past year, their Chicago dog may be the best Chicago dog in the city. This thing was loaded yet proportionate, flavors of everything mixed well together, and yes beef dawwwwg pls! The fries weren't my favorite, but they were still good. Service was good, parking is street parking, small place indoors with a bigger patio seating outside in the back. read more

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3.5 stars We arrived at Lovely's at 7:55pm on a Friday. The line was out the door. We got seated at the back patio and ordered by 8:20. Seating indoors is first come first serve, btw. The tables at the back patio are long picnic style tables with benches that you will most likely have to share with another group. They sit 8 at a table. My boyfriend and I were seated at a table that was later filled with a group of 6, which made things feel a bit crowded. Being elbow to elbow with another stranger wasn't the most comfortable dining experience. We ordered two double burgers -- the drive thru and the picnic, and shared an order of fries. Our order finally arrived at 9:00. The menu does state that their kitchen is small and to please be patient when demand is high, but 40 minutes for 2 burgers and fries felt longer than expected. Both burgers were solid. It was missing the thin crispy edges I'd expect from a smash burger. I loved the thick cut pickles and the addition of red onions in the picnic. Fries were pretty standard, but could be better in my opinion. The food was good, but between the crowded seating and the wait time, I'm not in a rush to come back. read more

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Agree with Sam Smith's review! The drive thru burger was really good and we appreciated the thicker cut pickles that had a snap when you bit into them. We enjoyed the french fries as well. They were nice and crispy and soft in the middle. The hot dog had a good snap but I don't think it was worth it though especially with the basic bun. My friend got the chili cheese fries and he loves them, but I thought it would be better if it were more savory and flavorful. read more

Lovely’s - French fries, chili cheese fries, drive thru burger and cult classic hot dog. - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been to the Lovely's in Oakland, and can't say this one is any different - both have a great outdoor atmosphere you can get a delicious burger or hot dog while having a nice, cold beer. This is definitely one of my favorite spots for a chili cheese dog - it has the perfect balance and isn't too heavy. read more

Lovely’s - Chili cheese dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

honestly i love this place so good with a cute back outdoor patio. prob some of the best fries ive had in a while, plus burger was sooo good. staff were attentive & very nice. can also order drinks from the bar (beer & wine only!). also allowed us to bring outside dessert for a friend's bday! ready to go back tbh read more

Lovely’s - Drive Thru burger & fries !! - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Bomb burgers, great service, fun and kid friendly environment! I've been to Lovely's in Oakland and finally got to try the Cole Valley location. Yummy burgers and fries. Highly recommend if you are looking for a place to meetup for drinks, yummy food, a big crowd, or with kids! I'll be back read more

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Soooo yummy and fun ambiance!! The service was so quick and easy. Very fun place to go with a big group and play games / eat&drink! read more

Lovely’s - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was craving a Chicago hotdog and found this place near by. Hotdog was made to perfection. Even the sports peppers on the dog were spicy and tangy. My husband ordered the picnic burger and was able to make it vegetarian with an impossible patty. He kept bragging how delicious it was and devoured every bite. We also got a side of cheese fries which were phenomenal and def hot the spot. MY husband tried their Untitled Art IPA, which is non alcoholic. I tried a sip and thought it had alcohol because of how hoppy it was. I was impressed. The place itself is tiny but they have a back patio with more seating. We really enjoyed this place and will be back! read more

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My husband and I were looking for a new burger spot to put into our rotation. It was funny because we were originally looking for restaurants to eat at in Oakland, and came across Lovely's, but then found out they actually had opened another outpost in SF! Finally got a chance to try it and it was delicious. They have a small variety of burgers, basically all different types of traditional burgers, if that makes sense. I really loved my "Picnic Burger" which was a burger with cold cheddar cheese, red raw onion, pickle, lettuce, tomato, mayo, ketchup, mustard, and sesame bun. I really love a burger with raw onions, and overall fresh lettuce and tomato - this was it!!!! I didn't really care for the cold cheese, would have preferred melted, but it was still a really satisfying burger. I got a single patty, which was on the medium/thin thickness side, fatty, juicy and salty. I did like the regular french fries on the side too....the flavor was salty, texture pillowy on the inside and crispy on the outside, and medium thickness, my favorite! They did seem like the bottom of the batch though, with very short fries about 1" long - I like mine a bit longer than that! My husband got the "Drive Thru" burger, which had melted American cheese and grilled onions. This was also an amazing burger - the cheese and overall taste were just extremely satisfying. It was fun to compare the two burgers amongst each other. We did get a Cult Classic hot dog too, which was quite disappointing. The sausage was a little too thin, and was too dry. I can't really remember if the bun or fixings were good, because the sausage portion was so disappointing. Service here was kind of irritating. I guess you just sit down first come first serve. But, your waiter/waitress will only take your food order. If you want drinks, you have to order them (with a separate purchase) from the bar. Why can't we just order all together in one tab? Annoying. And why can't they be open for lunch? This place is so good! They should be open for lunch and dinner! The ambiance is super cute for this restaurant though. They have a really cute outdoor seating (although it looked cold so we sat inside), and even the indoor portion is retro and fun. It feels like they took some old parts of a burger place (i.e. the ice box, the retro booth seating) and modernized other parts of it. Overall, I loved my burger and fries here, and really cannot wait to return. read more

Lovely patio space in the back, staple selection of burgers and dogs. Lively atmosphere on a friday night - waited ~40min to get inside then another wait to find seating (free for all). Took some time for someone to take order (system was down?) The burger patties were thick and i appreciated the size. The OG burger was standard no frills, an elevated McDonalds-tasting burger. The drive thru burger was lacking the schmaltz onions and the special sauce needed more tang. The chicago hot dog had a bit too much relish, enjoyed the pickle spear in it though read more

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Solid burger spot with great cozy outdoor seating. It gets PACKED early - it's not uncommon to be waiting for 1+ hours and they don't take reservations. They open at 5. Either get there at 4:30/4:45 for the first wave or go at like 6 to try to catch the next wave. Mostly benches outside, but it's a contained area which is nice for kids. I don't think they have high chairs though. The burger is good - smash style. Have heard the hot dog is good too!! read more

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Where do I start, ever since my best friend introduced me to Lovely's it has been my favorite smash burger spot. Every-time we go we eat in silence because that is just how delicious the burger is. The service is amazing every time I walk in I say to myself a "the requirements to work here must be great fashion sense, coolness and to bring great vibes" but seriously everyone is always kind and super helpful. The patio on a nice sunny day is amazing after a long day of work, I do recommend getting there early so you can snag a seat on the patio because they get busy. I enjoy the communal seating as well as the pay as soon as you order so you can just enjoy your meal then head out. Lovely's is truly a reward I highly recommend. read more

Lovely’s - The Drive Thru burger with impossible meat and fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came right at open of the restaurant at 5pm and the place was already packed! The burgers were phenomenal and the fries were delicious. Except to wait a long time for a table to open up. The cult classic hot dog was just fine but the OG and drive thru were so flavorful and delicious. The outdoor vibe is phenomenal. read more

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We came 20 minutes before food started serving which was really smart. A line started quickly after. The coney chili dog was SO good - it was hearty and had a great tasting chili. The burger was just okay as I thought it was overcooked. I'd say give it a try!! read more

I came on a weekend so it was pretty busy. Burgers start at 1pm on Sundays and I got there at about 1:15pm. The tables were all full and there was an area reserved for a birthday party so we got some wine at the counter and waited for a table outside. There was a host who let us know when a table was open. It took about 25min which wasn't too bad. Definitely expect to wait a little if you come on the weekend! It's not a bad wait since you can order drinks to sip while waiting. Got the drive thru burger with an extra patty and fries! It was so good. Reminded me of In N Out since it came with a similar burger sauce. It was a bit messy because of the sauce and melted cheese but it was delicious. I'm not a big meat person so I could have done without the extra patty. I was stuffed after finishing it off. I also really enjoyed their fries! read more

Lovely’s - Drive thru burgers with fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lovely experience through and through. A bit of a line but worth the wait and the line moved steadily. Great food and especially great burger. Came here right before a show at the Fox Theater and was exactly what I needed. You order outside and have the option to eat at picnic tables or eat at the bar which is next door. read more

Lovely’s - fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My roommate wanted to check out this place from seeing it viral online! We came on a Thursday around 6:00 PM, and the place was busy. Because it's a brewery, you have to get your ID checked as you come in. For outdoor seating in the patio, there's a line that forms in the back. The wait for us was about 15 minutes. Smaller parties can get grouped up together at larger tables. The waitstaff back there were very busy but happy to help if needed. I got a Drive Thru Burger and split an order of regular Fries with my roommate. The burger was pretty solid -- loved the sesame bun, and the smash burger patty was nice and crispy. It was a very wet burger, however, and the paper wrap got soggy after a short time, so look out for that. I really liked the fries! They're like a battered fry crunchy texture but not too heavily coated. Overall, a nice place to go after work and catch up while enjoying a beverage as well! read more

Lovely’s - Drive Thru Burger - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The customer service kinda sucks. I live down the street and thought I'd finally go try it to see what the hype is all about. They have a woman seated at the front door managing traffic. She stopped me to ask how many. I let her know that I wanted to order take away, and I was turned away. There was no line, and there were open tables, but I was told Thurs-Sat are their busy days so they don't do take away...except it wasn't busy. I asked, well, what's the difference? I'm taking up less time and space by not taking up a table. She said, 'I'm just the messenger,' and didn't allow me to enter. Seems like a flawed system to me aka poor management. Really left a bad taste in my mouth. I won't be returning. read more

The second I set foot in this establishment, I knew I Wood have a Lovely time. They call the surrounding neighborhood Cole Valley, but they should really call it "Cool" Valley, not because of its temperate seasonalities, but on account of it hosting the coolest spot in said neighborhood. Enough jokes. I need to control myself, exercise a little discipline. I can't help it when I've got a belly full of delicious burger. Great place. Friendly staff. "I'll be back.." read more

Okay...............what the hell? I read some of the reviews before coming here and understood it's a burger place combined with a bar. What no one tells you is that it's COMPLETELY ridiculous, unclear, and unorganized. We waited in a long line to order but when we got to the front, we were told it's only to order beer and that we could only order food (to dine in) if we found a table?! It's pretty much a chaotic free for all. There aren't many tables inside. Patrons sat in their tables drinking even though they were no longer eating. If someone who came in after you hovers over a table, then they would get to eat first. This system makes absolutely no sense. We stood there for 30 min with no luck. We ended up wasting our money on drinks, standing at the door waiting, only to end up not eating. Even if we ordered to go, I have no idea how long I'd have to wait for that since most people sitting had no food. Left irritated and hungry. Don't wish to come back. Like everyone said, the staff are also SUPER RUDE! read more

Today marks a change in my life. A milestone that I'll never forget. Tonight I'll close my eyes and remember the feelings. The smells, the smiles, but most importantly the emotions. As a long time burger eater, I've tasted a thing or two. I don't mean to brag, but let's just say I ate a lot of burgers in my life. Burgers are a beautiful thing. The buns represent gravity, they keep everything grounded. Without gravity we would all float away and die. Without the buns our burgers would collapse. The meat is the heart. No explanation needed. The condiments/toppings are where things really get interesting. Let's change our perspective. Imagine the condiments looking back at you. They are the stars in the sky and they see through your soul. Light moves slow in respect to the stars. They see history. This burger has history. It has gravity and it has heart. Lovely's burger has the taste of the universe. Thank you Simon, Maddie, Aidan ~ amazing read more

Very yummy burger! All parts of the burger were solid and I definitely want to try more on the menu. We got the OG burger. The back patio is also adorable and would be amazing on a warm evening. Good vibes all around. I can't wait to come back! read more

A pun returning back to lovelies, there's a gentle woman with a bob in a wave. She refused to provide me her name. There's a cook named Aiden, who seemed to be slightly apologetic, but no one was able to provide me a manager's name on who I could contact which is absolutely crazy. I hope someone contacts me back. After 40 minutes of waiting for two burgers, one of them was not even made properly now I have to walk back and ask for the burger to be remade. I really hope management does something with the staff. This is just ridiculous. This is about LOVELYS ....Now I mainly go to the woods when they have pop-ups on Tuesdays and that's probably the only time I need to visit them. Walking my dog today I stopped because my son begged for a burger. We ordered a burger at 6:50. At 7:22 I went in and asked them. Was there an order for Marcela she says oh yes we're working on it. It was not until 727 that the two burgers I ordered were ready. She brought them to me laughing as she handed me the burgers telling me to have a good day. The other woman behind the lovelies part of the counter, stated just stop taking to go orders. We're not doing anymore to go orders. No get a better system or work a little better or maybe not have five people standing in the kitchen... i've been in the woods when it was so crowded you couldn't even walk in and it did not take me 30 minutes to get a burger. I hope management really looks into this cause it's a disgrace and a disservice for the neighborhood. read more

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A great brewery and a solid burger spot sharing the same space? Sounds like a dream! Just one problem: someone forgot to tell the staff. Listen, I can see why people dig the burgers -- but the staff was unfriendly to the point of being downright rude. And the dynamic between the two businesses felt like a turf war: Woods invites you in for a drink, to hang out and enjoy the back patio -- then Lovely's tries to push you out as quickly as possible, regardless of whether you're still purchasing food and drinks. It's like the Xfinity model of business where the longer you're there, the worse they treat you. Honestly, there are so many amazing smash burger places in SF. I'd rather hit up Hamburguesa Bar, or another spot where the staff actually wants you there. Or skip the burger altogether and hang out at a brewery like Standard Deviant, where the staff is friendly, you can grab a spot anywhere, stay as long as you want, and order food from whatever business is on site that day. read more

I've been on a quest to try all the best burger spots in SF, and Lovely's/Woods was next on my list. I've passed by before, and there's always a line out the door. The area is really lively, which is nice, and I went around 7 PM on a Saturday, so I was expecting to wait, and wait we did. It took about 20 minutes to get into the bar to order a drink, and another 20 minutes to get a table. Once we were seated, it took a long time before anyone came by. I didn't mind waiting for the table, but once we were seated, I would've appreciated more attentive service. We ordered the Picnic and the Drive Thru burgers with a side of fries. The food took a while, but the heaters kept it comfortable, and the ambiance is very energetic. The burgers did not disappoint. They were filling without being greasy, and the toppings actually tasted fresh, which a lot of burger spots overlook. I really liked the sesame bun too. Overall, it was a good experience. The food was great, the staff was friendly just slow, but the setup of the place makes the wait pretty pleasant. I would definitely come back, I don't mind waiting for the right spot. read more

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Nice neighborhood spot--been wanting to try with a group of friends for a while now. The service was a hit-or-miss but likely because it was so busy. I ordered the coney and the flavors were good. However you can't really truly call a hotdog with meat sauce a coney without proper diced white onions with plenty of yellow mustard read more

Lovely’s - Coney with red onions - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

Love the patio vibes. Grab your friends, a few drinks, and a lovely's burger and it's guaranteed a great time. Been here multiple times and never disappoints! Note: patio seating may take a while but you can grab a beer/wine in the meantime at woods tavern read more

Lovely's is rated one of SFs best smash burgers. We got the 'drive thru' which was a traditional diner burger. Great bun to meat to condiment ratio. The sesame bun and sauce the was my favorite part and the cheese fries is made with a homemade sauce! I love the outdoor seating which is literally as big as a typical SF backyard. Very homey and exactly what you'd expect from a little SF hole in the wall. read more

Lovely’s - Drive Thru and Cheese Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious burgers, solid fries, great relaxed environment. I always look forward to coming here. It semi-recently opened but feels like it's always been there. Have also tried the hot dog here but the burgers are definitely where this place shines. You order food from your table but drinks you order at the counter. It can get very busy on the weekend but you can enjoy beer and wine from Woods while waiting. The wait is worth it. read more

Lovely’s - Hot Dogs Near Me - San Francisco, California