I had a cheeseburger here way before I was "doing" YELP, many / many years ago. I liked it then, and I liked it now; it still had that vibe, that brought me back. My cheeseburger was exactly the way I remembered it, but the fries got better. So much so, I had two orders of them. The bar is always hopping and my IPA worked perfectly. Something's you do because you like it and sometimes you do it just for nostalgia. I'm Mother's case, it was both! read more

Servers were lovely. The Paloma was unpalatable. Sugary sweet with no trace of grapefruit and served in a pint glass. That is not normal to serve cocktails in. I wasn't able to drink it and didn't even ask for a refund. We just realized that trying the food after that would be a bad idea. read more

Mother's is such a vibe! You seat your self and order at the bar. And can I say sometimes I just love being left alone. I tried their classic burger and my partner got the Fish burger. The burger was really classic from the char to pickles and onions, BUT the meat was extremely under seasoned which made it was less enjoyable. I think I would come back if I was in the area and craving this type of food but I just wouldn't get a burger. There's also a really cute outdoor area in the back but it was way too cold to sit there. read more

Mother's - Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We happened to come here by accident for lunch one day, and I had already paid for street parking when I pushed to give this place a try. I knew my boss ordered from here at least once a week, so I figured this place was worth a try. For first timers, as many other reviews state - you need to go up to the bar and order from their chalkboard menu that's posted on the wall behind the bar. I opted for their avocado BLT and my work mom wanted a burger in the worst way. The woman behind the bar couldn't be bothered. She wasn't friendly or personable; being clearly annoyed that I didn't understand the mechanics of this place. Yes, I served us water ourselves from the container in the back, and then sat down. The turnaround time from when I ordered to when we actually got the food, wasn't too bad honestly. I really loved my BLT and Janet loved her burger. The fries are addicting, so if you come here for anything, come for the food. They were playing old Baywatch episodes on the TV mounted on the wall, so it was perfect for the start of summer. When we finished, we went back up to the bar and paid. When the waitress gave me the check, it was in a beer puddle, so I had to sign well below the dotted line. Maybe keep the bar dry? Overall, it's good for a lunch break, but don't kill yourself coming here. read more

Solid af burger, great price. Fries, tots etc come WITH the burger which is sadly a dying thing. They have ample seating and a cute little backyard area. There's no table service. You order at the bar, grab a number and the food will be delivered. I come here every so often when I want a no frills well made burger and a nice cold beer. It's also next to the L which is super convenient. read more

Mother's - Cheeseburger with house sauce and pickled jalapenos - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Solid burger. Getting the blue cheese on it was a mistake because they put a huge hunk on there and that's how I discovered that I don't like blue cheese. Very good tater tots. The space is small, cramped, and not very clean. The servers/bartenders were preoccupied with socializing so I didn't get much service at all. read more

Mother's - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Worst service ever . This waitress was constantly on her phone and couldn't care less about her customers.

Ok, this mainly about their hamburgers which I usually get takeout. I think this is one of the best straight up, classic hamburgers in NYC. The patty has a propper grind, and feels, tastes and looks pure, without fillers. It is grilled and thick enough to be made medium rare and still have a nice char on the outside + simple ingredients: lettuce, tomato, raw onion and a pickle slice = Excellent hamburger. This is where you start if you want to taste a classic NY burger before you decide to add bacon, special sauce, mushrooms, even cheese. The shoestring fries are pretty good and so are the tater tots. Their buffalo wings are also great and the blue cheese sauce that comes with it is to die for, I get it for my fries even when I don't order wings. read more

Dropped in here to meet friends before a nearby concert for food and drinks. Had wanted to try it for a while, as it felt and sounded like the kind of old school, no-frills, divey place I tend to love, But for whatever reason I just didn't love the vibe of it or particularly enjoy my food and drink. I had the Mom's Meatloaf Sandwich, which I thought was kinda small for $16 and fairly bland, topped with an odd chipotle mayo that didn't go with it for me. My girlfriend made a surprise move and got the Cauliflower Wings, a kind of vegetarian take on a buffalo wing, which were fairly tasty, if a bit one note--the blue cheese crumbles were a welcome touch, but I really wish they just went all in and had a blue cheese dip for them rather than the disappointing ranch choice.  Tater tots were excellent, as one would hope and expect. Beer list was struck me as fine if uninspired--a lot of pseudo-craft or super popular mass-market "craft" offerings (e.g., Bluepoint, Goose Island, Kona, Blue Moon, Bells Two Hearted) but nothing particularly unique or different or local, which felt like a bit of a miss given the location and plethora of options. It's a fine place, relatively spacious, and nice and dark, as a bar should be. Nothing super wrong with it at all, wouldn't hate to come back but nor would I rush back here. Sometimes you just don't quite vibe with a place--so it goes. read more

Everyone who works there is so lovely, and they make the best burgers and sweet potato fries I've literally ever had. Perfect every time. The fries are so salty, and I always get em with the spicy mayo dip. Mind-blowing. Drinks are always generous pours and the vibes are always up. They also have a cute back patio that's super nice on a summer evening. Can't recommend the burger enough. read more

I recently came to this restaurant with my girlfriend to have a few drinks and eat some dinner. We came around 7 pm on a Friday night, and it was a little busy, but we still got a table quickly. This establishment, you have to order your food and drinks at the bar, and they will deliver it to your table when ready. We started off with a few beers. Their selection was okay. I like to try craft IPA Beers when I'm out, and the beers here tasted good. After a few drinks, we ordered a cheeseburger and meat loaf sandwich and split them between us. The burger was average. I enjoyed the tater tots as my side. Nice and crunchy. The special sauce that came with the burger was pretty good, but the actual burger itself was just okay. Same goes for the meat loaf sandwich. It was okay and still tasted great. But nothing to brag about. The fries were tasty and a nice touch. Between the two items, the burger was better. Overall, this was a nice spot to try out. Good food and drinks. read more

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Mother's is always a solid choice. Everything is cooked on a grill and you can tell because the taste is very "outdoor cookout" which I love. It's a flavor profile you don't get from many places. Solid burgers and hot dogs. The chicken Caesar wrap is probably one of the best I've ever had too. The buffalo wings are meaty but I do wish there was a bit more sauce. There is no table service which is fine. You order at the bar, close out if you'd like, they drop it off to you, and you can leave whenever you want without waiting for a check to come. During the warmer months, the backyard is a solid option to hang out and enjoy the weather. read more

Perfect neighborhood bar with outstanding burgers. Came here for lunch and it's such a vibe - great beers on tap, friendly bartender, and basically run of the joint. The service here really is stupendous. After ordering, we talked for at least 30 minutes about our preferred toppings for burgers and after saying I liked mustard with horseradish, the bartender gave me a packet of his private stash of wasabi paste. Not to mention, could taste any beer before I committed which was nice. I got the veggie burger with cheese and it was really amazing. The special sauce was SO delicious and I was glad they give a big dollop of it. The burgers really are spectacular here and I would come back for burgers and beers any time. The bartender even gave us an extra beer on our way out. 5 out of 5. read more

Mother's - a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Food ambiance customer service is great I've been going here for fifteen years now never had a bad burger I love it here

Burger and fries were stellar and service was quick and very friendly. Chill out a little with the salt tho.

I don't know what you know about burgers, but I like to think I know a bit about burgers. Someone said to me "If you're in the mood for a burger, you should go to this burger place I know." So I was all like, "I'm usually in the mood for a burger. Let's do this!" Upon walking in, I realized that I'd been here before. Sadly I couldn't remember anything about my previous visit except for where I sat, so I figured it must have been ok, right? Well, ok is basically as far as I'm going to go with this review. First thing to note: There's no table service, so make sure to stop by the bar and order. Fill up a cup of water on your way to the table too, because you are now your own waiter! So far so good. If you need to use the bathroom by this point, or any point really, note that it is pretty tiny. This isn't a problem really. The problem is actually the smell. As a preschool teacher, I have smelled some nasty and rancid things. This my friend, is not a bodily function smell issue. This bathroom smells and looks as clean as a port-a-potty that has been used by many people in the rain after a carnival. Go ahead. You can imagine it. Not the ideal situation for someone who is about to eat. Let's move on for a minute and talk about the food. We got 1 burger with blue cheese and 1 with bacon, cheese and a gluten free bun. Clearly, you know which one I ordered. The bartender asked how we wanted the burgers cooked (med rare). We also got a basket of parmesan fries, because a side order is not enough for my appetite. Not even close. The good news is that the food came out really quickly! The other good news is that the fries were exactly what I was in the mood for. Suuuuuuuuper covered in cheese, hot and crispy. Honestly, all 3 of those stars are just for the fries. I like fries. How were the burgers? We're going back to that word I used before. The burgers were ok. The highlights? My gluten free bun wasn't disgusting, the pickles were crunchy and I would not have minded dipping my whole fist into that sauce. The burger itself was lacking. It was really really salty and it was cooked medium well. Don't ask me how I want my burger if you plan on ignoring what I say. It's just not cool man. Will I come back here? Maybe. But only for those fries. read more

Mother's - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Mother's is a bar restaurant offering some good deals on food and drinks. They have a slew of $10 cocktails, which is very affordable in relation to other bars in the area. Staff is very friendly, especially the bartender. I ordered a Pan Fried Tilapia Sandwich with a side of tater tots for a $1 up charge. To be fair, I'm not the biggest tilapia fan but the sandwich, especially the potato bun and condiments, was enjoyable. The sandwich included a large piece(s) of tilapia. So, make sure you're hungry for this one. The tater tots were crisp and not too greasy. There's both indoor and outdoor dining. The outdoor seating area provides for good people watching as it's located on a busy commercial street. read more

Mother's - Pan-Fried Tilapia Sandwich - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The burgers are ridiculously tasty and the fries are also absolutely fire. The price point is PERFECT and fair. The service was terrific and the ambiance was comfortable and serene. read more

Mother's - Wall and eating area - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Standard burger at a 'reasonable price' for the area you're in. Cool place to hang out and catch up with your friends without feeling the pressue to gobble up your food and leave immediately. I loved the sweet potato fries; then again, how can you screw up sweet potato fries? The space is open and quite welcoming despite the dark decor. The lone employee was pleasant and the place was spotless. What more can you ask for when you're in for a boiguh? read more

Mother's - Burger with onions - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Hate the service and they burnt my burger. The server, she wasn't nice. In fact, she was miserable. Will not come back. You can make this at home. read more

I just came back from Manhattan for unpresented court case, my partner and I weren't in a good mood and we decided to have a first meal a lunch here. This place is so easy and casual, just find any place you want to sit, read the menu and go order at the bar then wait for food to come. We had Hamburger lunch, came with choice of side dish and drink. I chose mix green and my partner had sweet potato fries and we both had coffee. Food came quick and tasted good. We feel better after we had food in our stomach, lol read more

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Idk what the negative reviews are about... Sure, there's no waiters but in exchange you get cheap (but good) drinks, good burgers (reminds me of the dad who actually knew how to grill at the family cookouts), and a generous portion of some of the best fries in the city No picture because I came in hangry and ate my food quick 10/10 will come back read more

If your looking for some fancy burger, this isn't the spot but if a really genuine burger made with love is what you're looking for, this is for you! One of the best burgers that I've had in a minute, it's juicy and feels like it's homemade from your dads backyard. Good drinks and amazing fries for a reasonable price. Make sure you sit in the garden, this burger should be eaten in the sunshine...or shade. read more

Food is amazing! Service is great! Ambiance is welcoming and smells amazing! Me and my family love their food!

Charming bar and restaurant, probably the best in the area! I would definitely stop in for a quick bite and drink. No pressure to order, just go up to the bar when you're ready with a giant menu on the chalkboard. Just a note, their fries and tater tots are perfection- shoestring fries with their specialty sauce is a dream come true for a potato lover. For a more adventurous night, I'd get a mother's meatloaf or just get a regular burger to play it safe. I've also had their veggie burger and have been pleasantly surprised that it wasn't mealy or dry- a viable option. They've recently expanded into wings (both meat and vegetarian) which entices me further into the delicious embrace of Mother's. read more

Two words... TATER TOTS! Ever since Jimmy's closed, I have been craving a place where they have tater tots and Mother's is it. I like the fact that a vegetarian (me) and a carnivore (my friend) can eat at the same place and neither of us feel like we are losing out. I had the Veggie Avocado BLT and it was delish. The Tempeh bacon was nice and smoky and the chipotle aioli was great. I just wish there was more lettuce and tomato on it... it is a BLT after all, but there was a nice amount of bacon and avocado to make up for it. My friend's grilled chicken sandwich was so big it didn't fit on the bun. He said it was great with the added toppings of caramelized onions and cheddar. Can't wait to go back and try the cauliflower wings :) read more

Best burger spot in Williamsburg . Feels like you went to a bbq and they made you a burger. And the wings good to

Super chill, friendly service, great burgers at a fantastic price. A cheeseburger with fries and a beer is like twenty bucks. You can't beat that, and they are really good burgers too - something of a cross between your classic diner style and a shakeshack style. Just moved pretty close to here and I know it's going to be a staple in my (extremely unhealthy) diet. read more

Excellent time here, food and service were top notch, plus being able to have a smoke in the yard was a cherry on top. Jess and a gentleman with bleached/pink hair were the bartenders during my visit. Definitely coming as often as possible read more

Cool bar. And great burger and wings place. Music rather douchey bit ok I can live with it. Only one tv. Bit taps are good and burgers are tasty so i am good. read more

Great Burger and great sauce. Beer was cold and Greg provided great service. Going back to try the chicken next time

The veggie burgers are some of the best I've ever had. So are the fries. Also, this is a bar. You order at the bar. It looks like some people don't like that, but the prices are very reasonable, so get over it. I can't believe I'm writing a yelp review, but just can't help myself after reading these self-absorbed essays from loser yelpers. read more

Casual hang out spot with food. Suggest stay away from chicken sandwich I Had the chicken sandwich, and the chicken on the sandwich was pressed real thin and small. There was more bread than meat and the bun was cold as if it was taken out of the fridge and they forgot to put it on the grill to warm it up. read more

I was taking the husband to see San Fermin at Brooklyn Steel and wanted a good and relaxing meal beforehand. Almosttly across the street from the Graham Street L train stop we found Mother's right away. We chose a seat close to the window and checked out the 16 different draft varieties that were on tap. I ordered Black Velvet, a mix of cider and Stout, the husband had a Montauk Driftwood Ale. We later switched to Narragansett since they were $4 each. I had the Avocado BLT $10, holy amounts of bacon! Too much overcooked bacon for me and I ended up not eating about half of it. The husband had a Turkey Burger $9 and enjoyed it. Mother's was the perfect spot for our pre show meal. It was cozy, relaxing, and all around comfortable. I felt right at home here and would definitely come back and enjoy the back garden area on a nice day. read more

Guys, I write this review pretty heartbroken. As you can see from my 2012 review, I was once a huge fan of Mother's. It was once one of the most consistent burger and fry providers in my immediate area. I honestly don't know what has happened over the years. It just slowly lost all of its swag. The large, puffy, seeded bun disappeared and was replaced with a regular potato bun. The honey mustard went from a light, subtle mixture to a dark, golden, black-flecked situation. Then there was that period where they mysteriously went 'cash only' for a spell. Yet I stayed loyal in hopes that it was all a fluke and they'd regain their composure. Lo and behold, I recently discovered that Mother's FINALLY delivers via Seamless. Which is a big deal. I live a 5-minute walk from the establishment. However, my wife and I have a daughter now. At the time of this review, almost 10 weeks old. She's a bundle of joy. But, for obvious reasons, it's hard to leave the house sometimes. So the fact that Mother's can bring the goods to my door sounded like the best thing ever. So that's what we did tonight. And I wish we hadn't. Nevermind that it took almost 90 mins to get here (when I usually could get it in 25 mins at the most in the pickup days). What absolutely killed me is the pitiful amount of fries I was given. It look like two small handfuls (see photo). Mother's used to pack your little white cardboard box BRIMMING with fries. And so tasty too. Tonight I was given the equivalent of a brittle nest of leather shoestrings. I wish I didn't have to write this. Well I guess I didn't have to. But dude... it's already sad enough that some of my favorite eateries are disappearing altogether constantly. But when one of my favorite places that probably isn't going anywhere anytime soon just throws in the towel on a staple dish, it's hard not to vent. read more

Mother's - This is a side of fries for $3. Are you serious? - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is getting 5 stars strictly for the amazing burger I had. I tried the Bison Meat Burger with Cheddar/L&T. Delicious!!!! The perfect consistency and flavor. I loved the soft sesame bun too, yum! They have some great beers on tap. I had a few "A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale" by Lagunitas Brewing Company. Really great, highly recommend. The atmosphere is casual, comfy yet still chic enough for a date night. The service was decent sitting at the bar. read more

Mother's - Fries - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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They have front and back seating available during the COVID times. The burgers were amazing !!!!! I ordered a regular burger with shoestring fries and they were amazing. It came with a chipotle mayo sauce and it was just amazing. The only thing I will say is their cocktails are great, but they serve it on a small cup with OD ice. I ordered another round without the ice and they only filled it halfway. I will come back here but not for their tiny drinks. read more

It reminds me of a college town bar, where you meet up with friends after an exam, have a few drinks, & share a basket of fries. Mother's is probably a new favorite casual stop of mine, since it's so close to where I live & the premise behind the menu & ambiance is really basic. No frills, just a good bar food menu & your standard beer list. I had a beer with a friend during dinnertime on Saturday night, & there was nothing to really complain about. The crowd was fairly young, the bartender polite enough, & the food was exactly what I was expecting. I got the - veggie burger, tasted like a soy patty, with pepper jack - basket of fries, which was surprisingly addicting, and my friend ordered the - hamburger with bacon & cheddar. We left satisfied, & will probably return soon. RIP to Mighty Diamond, though. read more

Mother's - Top: hamburger with cheddar & bacon, basket of fries. Bottom: Veggie burger with pepper jack. - Burgers Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Almost don't want to tell people how good this place is so we can keep it to ourselves. Perfect burgers, sandwiches, salads, service is exceptional, atmosphere nice. Everything you want for a meal and a drink , come here once a week at the minimum! read more

Yummy burgers and fries. Our group tried four different items and we were all happy. Worth a stop.