Great food, unique flavors, kind staff, and a surprisingly unique setting. We were very pleased with this spur of the moment choice for lunch. Keep up the good work! read more

If you want a quality smash burger in STL, you need to head over to Mac's Local Eats. It's their specialty, so you know it's going to be good. I recently stopped by after an appointment in STL. It was right at lunch time and it was also, opening day for the Cardinals. So when I entered, the line to order was already long. To my surprise, the one lady taking orders, moved that line quickly. So I give her major kudos. When it was turn to order, I was ready. I went with a Double and swapped out the American Cheese for Pepper Jack. For my side, I tried their Salt&Pepper Onion Rings. After ordering, I took my number stick and took a seat at the bar. Once seated, the bartender welcomed me and I ordered a draft beer. I barely had completed my Wordle and my burger basket was being slid in front of me. Before taking my first bite, I admired the crisp edges and actually ran my finger around them. My first bite was heaven. It proved to me that all a good smash burger needs is; ketchup, mustard, onion and pickles. The Onion Rings were made in house and the simple seasoning of Salt & Pepper made them a winner. While dining at the bar, I learned a new trick. If you're going to be sitting at the bar to enjoy your smash burger, you can order it from the bartender. That's right, no standing in line to order, you can go straight to the bar. Great staff. They all hustle and provide friendly and professional service. read more

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Wow! Delish!!! We did not get any pictures but we ordered just the regular burger and the gooey garlic burger. The gooey burger was SO good! I ate it too quickly. I wish there was more meat because the patties are smaller but it was so good! We ordered a side of fries and cheese sauce and they were good too. I wanted to try the garlic aoli but thought the burger was enough garlic (I was wrong!! I should have gotten it!) We got the Carmel crunch shake and it was so good too! The restaurant has plenty of room and they have games to play which is fun! The tables are large so plenty of room for eating and games. We enjoyed the tap selection too. This restaurant has it all! We will definitely be back. read more

A friend texted I need a great smash burger! I opened the Yelp app and found Mac's on Oakland. The menu had some great options and sounded yummy, so we decided to meet there and give it a try. Mac's delivered on all aspects of a wonderful, unexpected experience. Great casual atmosphere, friendly & present staff, enticing menu of burgers and sides. Sitting on the Hampton Inn property, Mac's is totally separate and NOT a hotel restaurant. As we walked in you see a small Market of select St. Louis goods. Great seasonings, chocolates and a few accessory items. The self-ordering station is the first stop with clear menu and pricing. Food is delivered to your table. The restaurant is large and rustic with many tables for 2-8 people. It looks like tables can be moved together for large parties. The bar area is large and very well done. Mac's location makes it very convenient stop when heading downtown for an event, visiting Forest Park or just looking a great local place to enjoy a fantastic burger with a small or large group. This will be a go to stop for us! read more

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I rather enjoyed this place located by forest park! Once inside they have a bookshelf with kids books and toys and card games! Nice size tables for large families and smaller ones very very spacious place! We placed our order and I received it in about 8 mins quick service I got the smash burger open face taco it was DELICIOUS I recommend it to try something new! My husband got the garlic cheese burger which isn't pictured he demolished it so if you're a garlic lover he says it's the best fully loaded. The ooey gooey cupcake muffin was a nice swwwt treat we split it between us and agreed we appreciated the fact It had more filling than crust Will definitely patronize this place again They really mean LOCAL sodas from Illinois and food locally sourced. Check them out this was a first but def won't be the last!!! read more

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Mac's is a dependable spot for a good smashburger. I always have to stop myself from housing them in a few bites. My go-to is the Gooey Garlic. The workers at the counter are always friendly. It's a huge space with lots of seating and parking, so even at peak times it's never an unpleasant experience if you don't mind a noisy environment. The burgers themselves are decently priced, but once you're adding sides and drinks, it can be a bit much for a casual meal. Not to mention any basic sauces you want are another $2 each. read more

Mac's Local Eats - Gooey Garlic Burger, Fries, Onion Rings - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Loved the atmosphere! Nice local flair! Unique homemade burgers and tasty fries with special seasoning! Great spot to view March Madness! Sad they closed at 8 but were nice to let us all finish the game! Wish they had name brand colas but theirs were good too. read more

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Mac's burgers have good smashed burger and shakes.If I could change two thing, It would be 2 register instead 1. The line for orders are to long. Stayed at the hotel next door for four days and had eaten at Mac's one day because the line was to long on two other days. The cost is also a dollar or 2 to high. read more

First time at Mac's although it be been in the area several times at the next door Hampton Inn. Parking likely will be no issue, but it probably will be too close as you park in the hotel lot. The walk up was free of debris. I noticed they have outdoor seating with a TV. Upon waking in they have a cool local shop with various items. The counter to order is nearby. A menu board makes it easy to decide, but the staff was fantastic and assisted with questions. It's great to see staff so enthusiastic about their job, The dining room and bar are open concept. However they offer a side room that's a bit private and more quiet. The bar seats approximately twenty. They had business, but a tad slower on a weekday before close. Overall Mac's is a burger, fry and shake joint. They offer beef, pork, or both and a veggie variety. They also offer a few rotating salads, but did not have a Cesar I think as interested in. I ordered the most popular double menus the mustard. I also got a salad special chickpea. My wife and son also ordered the double, added fries and chocolate milkshake and Bottle drinks are available, as well as a full bar. They offer complimentary water in the dining room. My chickpea salad pushed out in minutes by a friendly expediter. About 5 minutes later another expediter brought out burgers and shake. Both expediters were very friendly and smiled. Everyone agreed the food was tasty. My salad was refreshing on a warm evening. My son liked his chocolate shake. but if you want a thinner version ask because it comes out very thick. A nice floating staff checked on us and cleared trays. So for me is a 4 to 5 type of place, but the service elevated the experience to a 5. I would recommend and return, read more

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Love Mac's! Went for some food after a gin event and it hit the spot! Since it was between lunch and dinner, there were a few people in but not too busy. Spent some time looking at all the local products on the way to the window to order. I snagged some Ella and Ollie popcorn to take home. At the counter - Chelsea was bright and personable, it makes a big difference for those on the other side of the counter. She answered all my questions and took my order, rang up the popcorn, and I added some local eggs that she kept cold while we waited and ate. She was a treasure! After ordering, you get a number and find a seat to wait for your good. Grab your drink at the soda fountain if that is what you chose and get utensils and condiments at the station there. Didn't wait long and my double pimento cheeseburger arrived along with fries. So good! I love pimento cheese, and it went well with the double burger. I asked for the Hot Sauce Aioli on the side and dipped the burger in for each bite. Before I knew it, I had eaten the whole thing and half the fries! I just had water this time, but they have a great bar, too. Grabbed my eggs and left with some great local stuff from a great local burger place! read more

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We love Mac's! Every visit is consistently a hit. The food is great, especially the Gooey Garlic burger. Service is friendly and fast read more

Mac's Local Eats - Gooey garlic, onion rings, shake - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Macs is really good food, the burgers are amazing. Thin patties, lots of cheese and toppings. The other thing is you have to order the fries separate, the sandwich doesn't come with a side. We get blueberry lemonade which is good. They also have a lot of craft beers on tap One of the go-tos! The only reason I rate 4 stars because it closes so early and also you have to order there, with no exceptions, can't be ordered ahead or to go. read more

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Overall a nice quick dinner place. You order standing up, and the staff was very nice and responsive to questions. Large space and many spots to take your tray of food and sit down. Ordered the ultimate gooey garlic and the double pimento cheese. Both burgers were pretty decent smashburgers. The gooey garlic had a nice punch of garlic. You can instantly smell it and it'll make you hungry. The cheese created this wonderful stretchy blanket over the meat. The aoili added creaminess and sharp, but almost sweet-roasted garlic depth. There is a slight crunch of the sea salt, and delivers a nice contrast. The double pimento was also really good. The cheese had a nice mix of tangy sharpness that perfectly melted into the patties. The tomato added a nice contrast (although still rich), and the hot sauce aoili really woke everything up and elevated the dish. Overall, it is a bit pricey for the amount of food you get in my opinion but still overall decent. 4/5 stars. read more

Another visit to Mac's Local Eats (after the heels trail at Forest Park so a deserved reward!) and went off the rails...nothing normal about my lunch choices this time. I went Fungus Amongus, Chili Crisp Marinated Celery and a Watermelon Lemonade. Everything was AWESOME. Not sure if the fungus amongus is a standard on the menu...if not grab it while it's available. What a flavor bomb! 2 standard beef patties, chestnut mushrooms, pickled peppers and house garlic aioli. I'm probably doing a disservice to Mac in my description as I'm sure the peppers and mushrooms are sourced special but this one is a classic in the making. The chestnut mushrooms (first timer, never had them before) added such a woody flavor and crunch to the burger...great flavor and texture addition. The peppers added a great "pepper zip", and the garlic aioli is awesome. Oops, forgot, provel cheese on top just to add another great flavor element and reason to grab extra napkins. And the marinated celery...wow, crazy good combination of Asian flavors, crispness and spice. Who knew??? Damn! This was soooo good I tried to find a similar recipe online...close but no Chili Crisp Marinated Celery. Next time in I'm going to see if Mac will share any secrets... No beer, watermelon lemonade this time. Get it, so refreshing! Been going to Mac's since the Tamm Avenue days and still finding new gems. Keep up the great work Mac, you have the best burgers in the country! read more

Mac's Local Eats - Fungus Amongus, Chili Crisp Marinated Celery and Watermelon Lemonade. - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

This was my first time at Mac's and from all the hype I been hearing about the place, it did not disappoint one bit. The place very clean and roomie, so if the place was packed you wouldn't feel compacted. The service simple and easy and the staff was very friendly. The Dirty was spicy and delicious and pair nicely with the ripped fries. The milkshake was the cherry on top of the experience. I will be sure to return during happy hour to enjoy their booze selection with more great food. read more

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Been wantin' to check this place out for quite some time and glad I finally made it. The food was GREAT and the cocktail I had was DELICIOUS! The food came out fast and they seemed to be on top of clearing tables. Ambiance is pretty loud, but not entirely unmanageable. Seems they're geared towards families, and I think that's where some of the noise comes from. One other thing that I wasn't hugely fond of were the prices. I paid $20 for my 3 tacos and $13 for my Vodka Lemonade. So, for only myself, I paid $38.32 for 3 tacos and a cocktail (including service charge, STL City, and MO taxes). Almost $40 (before tip!). And that didn't include a side. I get it that prices are going up, but this just seemed too high for what I got. read more

Mac's Local Eats - Vodka Lemonade - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Everything here was grease laden and overpriced in everyones opinion. $9.00 for 3 fried green tomatoes about the size of a silver dollar sitting on a plate of oil? 7 of us, 6 burgers and 1 child's taco and the app above, $102.00! You do the math. The food was hot but way too greasy for everyone in the group, even the guy who ordered the taco. We came, we ate, we won't return. SteaknShake is better and half the price. After reading the menu board a few of us were ready to leave but everyone has a recommendation in the group and the guy who wanted to go here, well we let it slide but it was a disappointment....,,,,,, read more

Self service window with table number adds very casual feel to this open space sports bar. The smash burgers are caramelized goodness. GF available or corn tortillas. Some bar beverages. Great place for all! read more

Mac's Local Eats - Garlic burger on a corn tortilla. - A taco featuring ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and melted cheese on a corn tortilla, served in a takeout container. - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

I've always been a fan of Mac's Local Eats, and I'll say right up front--the burgers are still solid, and the fries remain amazing. They haven't lost their touch when it comes to delivering on the classics. That said, I liked it better back in the Dogtown days. The new spot definitely has more seating (which was always a challenge before), and the staff is fine, but the atmosphere just isn't the same. It's hard to put a finger on--it feels a little more polished, almost corporate, even though I know it's not. There's just some of that original spark missing. The bar could also step it up. Last time I was in, the cocktail selection was basically just canned options, which doesn't really match the great food coming out of the kitchen. Still, if you're looking for one of the best burgers in town and some seriously addictive fries, Mac's delivers. I just miss the character and vibe it had in the Dogtown location. read more

They put smash burgers on a donut. That's it that's the review. But also...the fries green tomatoes were crispy and they had a fun sauce that I think had red hot riplet seasoning. You can also get fries with red hot riplet seasoning. Of note, it's an a la Carte menu so drink/app/burger/tip was $30. There is a parking lot behind. Not all of us are parallel parking equipped. It's order at the counter. I really love ordering from my table. But-they tell you the tips are split with everyone working which I think is cool. read more

I love the locally sourced, whole animal philosophy with nods to St Louis in the cheese choices (Provel) and Riplets fry seasoning. The gooey garlic and classic burgers are great although I was not a fan of the Provel cheese. The fries were also good, but became too salty after eating so much of the riplet seasoning. If I return I would skip the provel and ask for light fry seasoning. Overall I enjoyed my meal, and really appreciated the detailed explanation of everything. I was even given a sample bag of the riplets chips to taste. 7/10 read more

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pretty good burgers. i enjoy the many options. the staff might tell you that the a la carte sides are shareable sized (they're not). but they're very kind! love how inviting the place is. dope location. i'll be back for the sunday donut burger:) read more

Mac's Local Eats - A cheeseburger with melted cheese in a bun and a side of French fries in a paper tray, placed on a wooden table. - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

This place always hits the spot! You can't go wrong with grabbing a burger and fries from Mac's. They just added a few classic milkshakes too! Mac's location near Forest Park and quick service make this a convenient restaurant to visit after a trip to the Zoo or Science Center. They have ample parking and it's easy to order at the window and sit down at a table or their outdoor patio. My personal favorites are the Classic burger with fries add garlic aioli and the Double Pimento Cheese burger. read more

Mac's Local Eats - We ordered a classic burger without onions off the kids' menu for our children. - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Mac's Local Eats was a solid, local smash burger place! Although I didn't try to burger, I thought the smash tacos were really good and fries were crunchy. It's really about what I expected, but in a good way! The inside is a casual space with lots of seating and a bar that looked like it had a ton of options. Service was quick as you order at the counter and they bring it out to you. Overall it's definitely worth a try if you like smash burgers! read more

Mac's Local Eats - Smash Tacos - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Well i wanted to like this a lot more. I certainly would come back again but with the knowledge its gonna be expensive, burger wise, and i certainly will get something different. I got the garlic burger that had a ton of cheese. Im not certain if it was the garlic or the cheese or probably the combination of the both but man was it over powering. Overpowering to the point i couldnt finish it. So dont hate me if your an extreme garlic lover maybe I'm just on a different level. But the garlic wirh rhe cheese completly wiped out the taste of the burger. Reality was the flavor and cheese was way to overpowering. On the other hand my wife had a philly burger and it tasted great, really good! read more

Mac's Local Eats - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

What a hidden gem! I would never thought a gathering place such as this tucked away around here. The burgers were delicious. Slightly spicy but very flavorful. Feel a bit pricey but everything are pricy these days. Took a bit to find the free 2 hours parking, but it's there. read more

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Plenty of parking in the lot shared with the hotel. Plenty of seats. Order at counter, they give you a number, they bring your food to you. Definitely an amazing burger. It's not greasy! Crispy edges and very tasty. South side Mac. So tasty. Everything well put together. Chili cheese fries. Crispy and tasty. Cole slaw. Not a lot of sauce. Crisp but I prefer more mayo. Lemonade. So good and the watermelon ice cube is such a nice touch. Great and friendly service. Nice shop local store in front. Highly recommend! read more

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My first (long overdue) visit to Mac's did not disappoint. Came in for an earlier dinner pre-show at the Fox. Ordered burgers at the window then found a seat at the bar as we were sans kids. The restaurant is VERY family friendly with lots of games and a well divided bar from main area. We were glad we came in earlier (around 5:45pm on a Friday) as not long after the line got LONG. Our food came out quick and my double cheeseburger was perhaps the best smashburger I've had. Executed to perfection on the softest most delicious bun. 2x ~2oz patties was the perfect size to satisfy without overwhelming. Delicious crispy fries. The bartender recommended a slice of the banana cream pie cheesecake from @pudnpudn and that was an excellent decision. Giant piece of fresh & flavorful indulgence to round out our meal. Can't wait to go back. read more

Mac's Local Eats - Double burger, extra pickles, side of fries - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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I'm sorry but I just don't get the hype! The place was crowded and loud, I stood in line for more than 15 mins to order, & felt rushed while eating due to the crowd circling the tables like sharks. Burger was fine but basically glorified Steak n Shake for twice the price and no fries. Wish there had been an option to add a side of fries to the burger rather than having to add a whole separate order which is too much for one person. I have to assume this is a much better dining experience on a slower night, but wouldn't be my idea to come back here. read more

Mac's Local Eats - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

So overpriced!!! You pay for the fries, drinks, and burgers separately. The burgers themselves are small (as pictured in the photo). Definitely not getting what you pay for in terms of price and size. The burger was decent, nothing crazy there. The fries were the intriguing part though! The fries were Ripley's (chips) seasoned which was neat and yummy! Neat place overall too. To Mac's- I recommend if someone is just getting a burger to make it more appealing than just a pinch of the tray taken up by a small burger. Seems defeating and gives the illusion it's not filling. read more

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The service was great. The food was fantastic. It was good and clean, and the price was reasonable. I'll be back.

Very, very small thin smashed burgers with limited toppings. Served on wax paper. Mustard out of packets. Soda machine didn't work.Order came out without onions ordered. Decent environment inside, but a bit overpriced and no better than a chain hamburger joint. Mac needs to do something more. We left hungry. Better service, more substantial hamburger toppings ( nicer tomatoes, pickles, etc.). For the price they just don't offer much / and I've been to about every hamburger place in the City. read more

We came here today with kids for lunch. We got grilled cheese, kids burger, ultimate garlic burger, patty melt and fries. Food was great! Everyone enjoyed every bite. Service, however, is non existent. And the cashier makes sure to let you know that front and back of the house get tips. One of our kids got food before anyone else. I am ok with both kids getting food before all of us, but this put my other kid in a bad mood right away. I saw another table have multiple kids and same thing happened to them. This makes dinning experience immediately very negative. No one came back to check how was the food. You get your own condiments, drinks, napkins and you expected to clean up after yourself. A server came out once to take trays from us, he also took a tray from my son who was still holding his grilled cheese, he had to finish it off of a napkin. We asked that server for a to go box. He never came back. My husband had to stand next to the kitchen entrance to catch someone's attention to get a box. Needless to say, I am not planning on coming back. read more

I think these were the best onion rings I've ever had. Not a single one separated from the breading which maybe was a fluke but I'll take it! Mac's nails the smash burger with a delicious patty that somehow doesn't dry out. I wasn't a fan of the hot sauce aioli on the double pimento burger as it tasted like a lot of vinegar. The friend green tomato fell apart on the burger as well. The gooey garlic burger got rave reviews at the table and the fries were solid. The classic burger is aptly named and is a classic go-to for answering the burger call. The food comes out quickly and service is great! The inside features a lot of wood giving it a backyard grilling party vibe that's very approachable and family friendly. I was surprised to find a full bar inside and will have to go back to check out their drink menu. I will definitely be returning! read more

Mac's Local Eats - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Seriously tasty smash burgers! This place has you covered with creative, delicious options. The burgers are smashed super thin with crispy edges and gooey, melted cheese. They make their food with fresh local ingredients, including a killer mayo that doubles as dipping sauces (try the garlic mayo - YUM). It's a chill vibe and the perfect spot to grab a tasty burger and fries. read more

Mac's Local Eats - Chili cheese fries and The Classic Cheeseburger (2 patties) - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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This place is such a treat! The smashburgers and hot ripplet fries are so good. Right now they also have a banana pudding cheesecake that is to die for. The emoloyees were friendly, quick, and helpful. I highly recommend them! read more

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Mac's is our favorite Burger place! The beef is the tastiest in St. Louis! My favorite is Gooey Garlic and my husband usually gets the Captain. He loves their Onion Rings too. The new dessert Banana Pudding Cheesecake is amazing! You order your food at the window, across from the front doors, then you sit at a table and they bring your food. You may have to wait in line to order, but they bring the food pretty quick! Self-service soda machine & they have a bar you can order at separately from where you order your food. Parking is shared with the hotel next door, so the lot can be pretty busy when the hotel is full. There is also some street parking. Mac's is a great locally owned place with great people who work there! read more

We stumbled onto Mac's this fall while we were in town for a wedding. We stopped for a drink, but decided to try to their award winning burgers.....and wow it was awesome. We stopped back in today and I would call it maybe the best burger I have ever had! We had the Louie which is two smash burgers with grilled peppers and onions add a garlic aioli sauce! Every bit as good as I remember. The place has a great vibe and awesome staff.....very clean and good drinks. If you are near Forrest Park in St. Louis you must stop in! Also, get the "Rip Fries". They have a great crisp and seasoning with a good potato taste! I will eat there every chance I get! read more

Mac's Local Eats - Here is their menu....I have to try the pork burgers next! - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Easily top 5 burger I've ever had. I should have gotten two and next time I will add the red hot ripplet season on the fries. The burger was perfect lol read more

Mac's Local Eats - Garlic Burger - American Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Back again!! This remains our go to spot and comes highly requested by out of town visitors. The staff is always extremely friendly and quick to make recommendations. While it is a higher price point, it's nice to support local and a business using all local meats, produce, dairy, and more. They also have a gift shop of local products for holiday gifts. My order doesn't really change - gooey garlic add pickles and the rip fries are a must try. read more

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