Jamie W and I finally tried this popular spot after strolling around Lake Merritt on an especially warm day. We were dumbstruck at the long line in what appeared to be a converted vacant lot. There were at least thirty people ahead of us. Such a crawl. We were more than ready to place our order at the window. Then we had to wait for one of the benches to open up. Damn, I'm too old for this. We decided to share three things. The first was the $7.75 OG, a pretty standard burger with American cheese, grilled onion, pickle slices, ketchup, and mustard on a potato bun (photo: https://yelp.to/QC5kHhwREz). Even though the beef was high quality, the result was soggy and underwhelming. Better was the $9.50 Chicago Dawg, a foot-long dog with tomato, onion, sports pepper, relish, mustard, pickle spear, and celery salt (photo: https://yelp.to/iin7Mn6T_u). It was a true Chicago dog which was exactly what we wanted. We didn't realize it came with fries, but that didn't stop us from getting the full $5 order of Fries. They were on the soggy side which frankly I didn't mind. The weather was so warm that it was hard to sit outside with no awning for very long, especially with unleashed dogs and hyperactive kids milling about. Yeah, we just couldn't muster more than a meh on our experience here. FOOD - 3 stars...good ingredients help the fast food here but not enough except for the Chicago Dawg AMBIANCE - 2.5 stars...couldn't they afford umbrellas? SERVICE - 3 stars...there's got to be a better order management system TOTAL - 3 stars...life is too short to wait in that line again RELATED - Exploring Oakland? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2ObVcpQ read more

See all

For what it is, this place is actually pretty great. Apparently, a lot of people think so because it was extremely busy. Food - we tried a burger, a fish sandwich, and a fried chicken burger. They were all absolutely delicious. The buns were soft and fresh, the toppings were delicious, the meats were cooked to perfection. We also tried the fries which were fine and the corn fritters which were a little less popular with our group, but they're kind of an acquired taste. It's nice that you can go over to the bar next-door and they have a counter right there and order beers and beverages. The ambience in the evening is actually fairly festive, it's just a bunch of outdoor picnic tables crammed on top of each other with a few party lights. There is a security guard and it's protected from the street. That block doesn't actually seem particularly sketchy, we didn't feel uncomfortable walking back to our car at night. The prices were good. I actually got a beer for three bucks. My one complaint is this, and I didn't ding them a star for it, but they really should address this... If you want an ice cream, you either need to order it when you order your burger, which makes no sense, or wait in line for another 40 minutes. They really should rethink that and have a separate window for ice cream and sodas. Note that on a busy night, it does take a really long time to get through the line and then to wait for your food. So you have to be patient. We will absolutely be back. read more

See all

Located in the outdoor seating area of the Two Pitchers brewing company. Lovely's serves up a classic burger. I have been wanting to try this place for a while but it is always closed when I am there. I finally got the chance to try it and it did not disappoint. Be prepare for a long line/ to wait. I tried the Drive Thru Burger. It remained me of a McDonalds Big Mac but of course better quality. Definitely would love to try out more things. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

This place is a hidden gem for sure, out door communal seating to some more intimate seating inside. I ordered the chilli Willie burger and it def reminds me of Tommy's out of SoCal!!! The Works fries are sooooo tasty, should've ordered one just for myself instead of sharing lol! Noise level can sometimes be a bit loud on the inside of the warehouse shell. They primarily serve Two Pitchers brews and some other local draft selections! Lots of table games and foosball is available too!! read more

See all

Good food and good vibes. Show up early to avoid waiting in line for a long time for food read more

Lovely's - Patio area - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

Great burgers with fresh fries and love that it's next to two pitchers. The burgers here are quite divine.

Kind of regretting not opting out for in-n-out... Our order was given out to somebody else on accident which is an honest mistake but how they chose to rectify that mistake is bad practice. Instead of prioritizing remaking our order, we have been waiting for nearly 40 minutes at this point, they are still PUSHING out orders from people way behind us and from what they said they are just "trying to cut down the line". Yeah I get that but you do that by starting on the earliest orders, for example counting the one you f*cked up on. We finally got to eat our two burgers and fries after an hour wait. I don't think there are any meals or establishments that warrant an hour wait especially for two burgers and fries. Kind of sucks cause I've been here once before with coworkers and wanted to show this spot to my partner but it's given us a bad first impression. The food is good but I didn't leave with a great desire to return. I think this might be a good place to order from if you're going to two pitchers brewing and you have time to kill for your order to take nearly an hour to come out. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Hmmm it was a decent burger but in my opinion overhyped. Pros: good char, nice composition of toppings, not wet (I hate a wet burger!), nice guy taking our order. Two Pitchers played fun moody alt rock music from the 2000s Cons: slow (pretty short line but still took 25 min to order and 15 min to get the food). Corn fritters were doughy and meh. Fried chicken sandwich pales in comparison to hotboys. Fries were nothing to write home about I would recommend if you're looking for a chill place to hang out and drink beer and have burgers. But as a food destination alone I probably won't be back. Still looking for a good burger spot that compels me to return! read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

A great place to go with a group of friends! They share a lot with Two Pitchers brewery so good for friends that like to enjoy a beer with their burger. Majority of the seating is outdoors so it's great on a warm day. You order at the counter, get a number and they bring your food over. Their portions are hefty! I barely finished my burger. I also really enjoy their special sauce, whatever is in it is magical. The corn fritters weren't my favorite as they were a bit greasy and didn't taste like much. Their fries are more similar to in-n-out fries which aren't my favorite but with the special sauce, that doesn't matter! read more

See all

Can't beat this food for this price! Literally forgot to share and let each other try the dog/burger so we're going back again tonight. Open and indoor seating it's a cool vibe for families/pets. You can get a beer at the brewery and and a burger at lovelies. Fire ass spot. Walk up self service. read more

Lovely's - Coney chili dog - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Really tasty Impossible Drive Through burgers. The corn fritters were delightful too. I thought the fries were great but slightly too salty (I'll ask for lighter salt on these next time). The staff person took my companion's confusing order with care and patience. There was a bit of a line but the crowd and vibe made it all just a bit fun. read more

Amazing Burgers & Hand Dipped buttermilk battered chicken sandwiches! Great Microbrews brewed on site and weekly comedy shows! Inside and outside seating and don't forget to order a "twist" ice cream cone dish for dessert!! read more

It is not often you can find a world-class hot dog and chicken sandwich, but you can here. They're friendly at the counter and keep things moving even when the line's long. If you go to Oakland, you'll likely go to Lovely's, which has a lovely name. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Burgers were pretty good. Fries were ok. Hush puppies were great! The chicken sandwiches were really good except the buns were a bit soggy. Service was pretty good and the outside area was really cool with lots of families talking and enjoying themselves. Pretty decent beer selection too! read more

This is a niche burger... absolutely straight forward burger and fries. I love the double cheeseburger here as much as any burger anywhere. Especially paired w/ some off the wall micro-brew usually some fruit sour. Seems like every time I go I find something that tastes better with the burger read more

My first and last visit. Picture it, Friday night, date night. I'd been hearing g about this place for a bit so me and My Love decide to take a trip to downtown and enjoy. Well parking is horrible but we lucked into a great spot after circling the area for about 5 minutes #SCORE! Anyway, we walk inside, navigate through the 30 minute wait in line and place our order. 2 fishwich, 1 smash burger, fries and the kind gentleman at the window tells us fish is sold out then point to a sign IN THE WINDOW that's is smaller than the palm of my hand showing no fish. Now I've been salivating at the thought of fish for my dinner. But nope, Lovely's staff doesn't think it's their responsibility to notify of the food shortages BEFORE you wait in that line, in the cold, listening to the conversation of the annoying customer that works for Oakland Uniform standing in front of us. And to top it off, I ask why there is no notification and the guy at the counter says there something out there and points back to the smaller than my palm sign. I was hotter than the fish grease they had in the back!!! I mean H.O.T.!!! (Period) I decided to not order anything and take myself elsewhere. Needless to say I will not be back. Horrible service. I would not have stood in line had I known. read more

Lovely's produces delicious food. Period. Their smash burger is one of the best I've had in the Bay Area, as is their buttermilk hot chicken sandwich. For the smash burger, the patty is smashed so thin, it takes on a lace-like structure that's crunchy with each bite. The hot chicken is indeed very spicy and had me sweating. Great battering on the outside as well -- extremely crispy. Both the smash burger and the chicken patty were seasoned nicely. The burger buns were fresh and the soft texture complemented the burgers nicely. The burgers here are extraordinarily juicy from the added sauce, so you'll definitely want to grab some extra napkins, as you'll certainly be making a mess working through the burger. Moving on to the not-so-good parts of dining at Lovely's... the wait is as bad as everyone states. I waited 45 minutes to place my order and another 45 minutes to pick up my food. Honestly, this is absolutely absurd. Furthermore, the order batching the kitchen does means if your friend makes the first cut and you make the second, you guys will be dining 30 minutes apart from each other. Operational inefficiencies make me hate Lovely's so much, and yet their burgers are irresistible. If you have the time and patience -- and a LOT of it, I would give Lovely's a try. Otherwise, you are better off getting your burger fix elsewhere. read more

See all

I have been to lovely's multiple times since moving to Oakland and every time it hits the spot! This is clearly a local favorite with a massive line every time I have come. The burgers are incredible in quality, with my favorite being the drive thru. Their fries are also really good with a lot of sauce options (although they cost extra). My favorite part about lovely's is the lively beer garden-like atmosphere outside with a brewery attached where you can order delicious drinks that pair perfectly with the burgers! read more

I ordered the drive-through, added a double patty, and a side of fries. The burger is pretty solid, and the schmaltz onion, which are onions cooked in chicken fat, is pretty good ( can feel rich and heavy after some time ). The place is very casual, you order at a window and wait for your buzzer to go off before you pick your order up at another window. There is outdoor seating as well as indoor with the brewery. The indoor area is pretty cool. Feels super hipster. They have events throughout the weekdays and board games you can borrow while you sit. There are signs to remind you to buss your own table, but I noticed after ordering, the tip screen options read "22%, 20%, 18%" which I found to be surprising. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Came on a sunny Sunday afternoon- no line and ample seating! The Drive Thru was only okay. I don't think there was anything special about the taste; reminded me of a Big Mac. Hot Chicken was good and crispy! Spice level was around a 5/10 in my opinion. The pickles and coleslaw made the spice more tolerable, I wish there was more because it was so good but the amount they put was good! The cashier was also super nice! read more

Lovely's - The Drive Thru - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

I've come so many times to try the fish sandwich and it's always sold out or "we don't have it today" ridiculous!! Drove all the way here for this! And the employees are rude and lack customer service. read more

This place would be five stars if the wait wasn't so long. On Father's Day, we went to the Oakland Museum of Art and then came here for lunch and drinks. I waited 35 minutes in line to order and then another 20 to get the food. It is spectacular, tastes like the best homemade burgers and fried chicken. The fries are thick and crispy but soft on the inside. The fried chicken sandwich had tender, juicy and flavored chicken with a salty breading that made you keep eating. Halfway through my wait time I saw the line reach the entrance gate and that was when I knew it would be worth. I was right! By the way, the beer at Two Pitchers is just as delicious! read more

Lovely's - Super long wait! Should have had a beer while waiting. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

Yum! Excellent beer garden environment and super tasty burgers and fries! I wish they were in my neighborhood. Food came out fast, hot and fresh. Next time I'll get a double, I am not usually into big portions but the smash burger was really flat and not enough meat to bun proportion. The fries were generous and beautifully crispy. Overall, a winning experience for a fun outdoor lunch or dinner! read more

This was my first time here. I came for the fish sandwich and of course I located this spot on Yelp. There is a line outside to order food. The line was long when I arrived, maybe 14-16 people in front of me but it moved. Ordered my food, Thanks for being such a jewel Michelle (super pleasant) took only 15 mins for my food to be done. I ordered the fish sandwich and corn fritters comes with 5pcs. My total rounded up was $27. The corn fritters are delicious, I would order them again. The fish sandwich was good but I didn't like seeing the skin when I bit into it, it's a me thing. I know fish have skin, I just don't want to see anything dark when biting into fish but nevertheless, I had several bites and I was satisfied. I've already told a friend about it and we will be back. Maybe next time I'll try the impossible burger. It's a brewery with inside and outside seating. Lots of people. Some have their children, some have dogs. A great mixed crowd read more

See all

The incredibly long line at Lovely's would make you think the burger must be worth waiting an hour for -- the reality is it's more likely that they've just got the market cornered with all the folks at Two Pitchers hungry for a bite (Lovely's is located in the brewery's courtyard). My honest verdict? The burger is good, but the fries are a bit underwhelming. I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to visit Lovely's, but if you're already enjoying a beer at Two Pitchers then Lovely's is a good addition to make it a meal. Be prepared for a long line before ordering and a decent wait once you've paid, but once the freshly made-to-order burger arrives you'll forget all the hassle it took to get it to your table. read more

See all

I ended up going with the drive thru burger (extra patty of course) and some fries. I also always make sure to get a side of the comeback sauce for dipping! Lovely's has a solid burger if you're into the smash burger style. Super fresh and great ingredient quality. I will say the long lines and relatively slow service are a hindrance. I get that they probably have limited staff who are able to serve as runners, but there's got to be a more efficient system. It can sometimes lead to long delays in getting food or even being able to order. Otherwise, the vibes are always great here. It's co-located with Two Pitchers so it's the perfect summer burger and beer spot! read more

Lovely's - Drive thru and fries. - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Excellent smash patty style burgers. My only frustration is that there's ALWAYS a line! They have a pretty awesome happy hour deal that includes a pitcher, onion rings, and fries. (It's the only way to get the onion rings). Hidden away in the back of the brewery it's a cool spot. read more

Just great standard burgers and chicken sandwiches. I've eaten here a dozen times and every time it's very good and very good. It might not be something unique, but it definitely is good! Plus the outside space is great for hanging out with a beer and ppl watching! read more

Been having this place on my bookmarks so co workers and I walked down to get some food for lunch. Burger was good ordered the westerner. I will definitely say order another patty. A lil small for me. Fries are the highlight here. Major tasty, salty and crispy. I should've ordered another. read more

This was our first stop on a burger tour and we got the drive thru that was a smash burger and came with American cheese, onions, pickles, iceberg lettuce, tomato, special sauce and sesame bun. I don't like sauce so I didn't get any on my burger so it made it a bit more dry. The burger patty itself was flavorful but dry. I don't think smash burgers are my favorite way to eat burgers. It'd probably really help with the sauce. The sesame bun was a nice touch. Lovely's is definitely a hang out type of place with outdoor and indoor seating which was kinda industrial. Inside, they have a bar for beer and drinks. read more

First time here at Lovely's thought I have heard great things. A bit pricey but understandable in these times. $24 dinner included: Cali style burger (smash patty, lettuce, tomato and special sauce on sesame bun). 8.8/10. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

Finding the perfect smash burger that hits every dial makes for a fun, foodie adventure throughout the East Bay. Perfectly positioned next to Two Pitchers Brewing in Oakland, Lovely's is an ideal spot to get your smash' on! My family grew up on the East Coast and the unique look and feel of Lovely's reminds me of a something you would uncover in Central Park (think of that one Shake Shack), but the Town's perfect twist of mixing elevated comfort food with a walk up window for fresh fruit radlers and other adult bevvies from Two Pitchers Brewing. NA drinks & sodas also avail. The burgers are a must ~ my personal favorite is The Drive Thru (American, slow cooked onion, pickle, iceburg, tomato, special sauce, sesame bun) for a clean $9. The sides are also super yummy and worth the additional crisp ~ the corn fritters are a different but delicious treat! If you're not a burger babe, our friends have recommended trying the Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich or epic Fishwich served on a potato bun. Next time, I would love to try their Coney Island all beef hot dog served with chili, shreds of cheddar, mustard & onion. And not to forget, a Swirl soft serve cone to truly take me back to my nostalgic roots. Hours on Instagram are W-Th 4-9:30p/Fri-Sat 4-10p/Sun 12-4:30p. If you're not the biggest fan of lines, would recommend coming on the earlier side if you can. Also to note, they do have vegetarian & vegan options and a come one, come all mentality welcoming kiddos, dogs and birthday cakes if you're celebrating a little something special! The name says it all ~ Lovely's ranks among some of the best local burgers I've tried recently, truly setting the scene for bringing together comfort and community right in the Town's backyard. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

+5 for great burgers, great fries, and average fish and chips but you don't come here for fish and chips. My regular order is a double drive thru with fries. -2 for the absolute poop tier level speed of service. read more

Pretty good spot for a burger. The line can get quite long so come on a good night and early! I usually get the classic burger. I feel mine usually needs ketchup and without it, it lacks a bit of flavor. I have yet to try the westerner but maybe one day. The onion rings were okay and the fritters were good. I like that you can buy an ice cream cone and come back for it after to the window and not stand in line again. The ambiance is nice. Indoor and outdoor space that shares with the brewery next door. It's nice for a big group. read more

See all

Yummy food! We got the regular burger with the corn fritters and soft serve. It was tasty and on a warm day in the Bay a great place to eat with your friends. Burgers were a hit but Ill probably skip out on the corn fritters next time. read more

Really good burger! Also got chili fries. But the atmosphere of sitting outside was the highlight. And with the location attached to Two Pitchers makes it perfect. Highly recommend. read more

Stopped by on a Thursday night. Line was pretty long. It took around half an hour just to order but food was out after around 15 minutes! Not much to say about service since this is order and pick up at a kiosk and buss your own table. Out of everything I tried my favorite was the original fried onion dog. I'd pass on the corn fritters and soft serve next time but this place was solid for a night out. Definitely looking forward to trying more! read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

Yet another great time at this spot and enjoyed more items. First was the chili cheese fries. Most places have the liquid cheese that get pored on (not that I don't like it), but this is certainly more artisanal with fine shred white cheddar. The chili is home made and I could taste the smokey peppers is here. While I don't drink beer I would imagine it pairing well with some of their brews. The protein style drive thru was for my partner who needed low carb dammit! I was impressed by the freshness of the lettuce and I drew so many stares from other patrons who eyed my tray with envy. I would have ordered a soft serve if the lines were not so ridiculously long. I hope they can figure out an ice cream only option for end of the meal. If you had a token system where people can buy with the meal, then pop it down on he side after, you'll prolly sell more....just sayin. No one likes runny soft serve. read more

See all

I love places like this. It's like turn the corner and there's the little kitchen called Lovely's that makes the most amazing burgers. Classic taste, mixed with like a smash burger. Next to it is their bar area. There was indoor and outdoor seating after you wait in line for your order. Outdoor picnic tables and settings were really nice, especially on a warm night. I got the double western and double drive through. Yes ordered too much. One double would've been good enough! I was so full but happy. Def coming back. read more

Lovely's - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California

See all

Alec swirled the most perfect swirl give this man a raise !!!!!! Christian also was such a great bartender sweetheart read more

Lovely's - Ice cream - Burgers Near Me - Oakland, California