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We just stepped off the plane from two weeks in Japan. Our bellies were craving a juicy cheeseburger and fries. Enough fish n rice for now. Walking into Native for the first time was welcoming. The restaurant was warm n cozy. We looked at the menu and were very pleased with the offerings and the prices. Lacie (so sweet) took our order. The burgers came and they were exactly what we wished for. The double fried French fries are a must add on. Crunnnnnnnn-chy and piping hot. Yum yum... yum yum...yum! Good to the last bite. We went to thank the cook and Jose introduced himself. Good job, man. We will be back!
Whenever I try a new burger place, I have to get their original burger as a standard, so I ordered the "All American" which is also their top seller. The patty was juicy and decently sized, the fixings (tomato, lettuce, onion) were all fresh and delicious, and the pickles, thousand island sauce, and brioche bun just brought it all together and topped it off nicely. I have to admit the bottom bun did get a little soggy at the end, but I think it was all from the juices of the patty. It's also a really good portion size for the price! For under $12 total, I couldn't finish the entire burger and I was stuffed. My friends also ordered fries and they said they were solid - nice and crispy, decent seasoning, but nothing spectacular. The place itself is easy to miss if you're not familiar with the area and the inside is fairly small (~3 tables to seat 4 people each?) but I loved the casual, no frills environment. Order at the front, sit down and self serve water, and then they bring out the food in under 10 minutes! My friends and I also stuck around just to talk for a bit after finishing our food and we never felt rushed or as if we were unwelcome to stay, which I also appreciated. Overall, I had a great experience and I'd definitely want to come back to try a different burger soon!
Even though I didn't frequent them all that often while they were still here, for quite a while, Buzz was my go-to spot for a tasty burger on this side of SF. It wasn't amazing, nor the best value (Super Duper takes that distinction), but there was so much to like - friendly staff, plenty of parking, nary a wait, and, most importantly, the burgers were just solid. So, needless to say, it was a bummer when I passed by and saw that they were gone. Too bad I took such a long time to finally come here and check out their replacement. If I hadn't, I would've discovered that even though Buzz may be gone, Native Burger really isn't all that different! While their facade and aspects of their interior have changed (gone is the bench seating, replaced in favor of three picnic tables), not much about Native is all that different from its predecessor. The menu, in particular, might look all too familiar; like Buzz's, it also not very extensive (though it does have a few more options) and some of the burgers even bear the same name, such as the Western and Sunrise. However, their dozen or so burgers, as well as their handful of sides, sausages, salad, and loco moco, are rather appealing. What's more, they have quite a few substitute options, if needed (non-Gluten bun, Lettuce Wrap, and non-beef proteins, like Beyond, Chicken, and Turkey). -- ONION RINGS...$4.25 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/native-burger-san-francisco?select=CZPIXKbjXXr5f4CIbhvxsQ) These aren't the best I've had, but after not having legit onion rings in ages, I thought these were terrific! The rings were crispy, not overly battered, and were cut fairly thick. It doesn't come with dipping sauce, but they happily gave me a side of ranch for free. -- NATIVE BURGER - 7oz Harris Ranch Grass Fed Beef, 4oz Applewood Smoked "Fool's Gold" Bacon, Sunny Farms Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, and House BBQ Sauce on a Brioche Bun...$15.75 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/native-burger-san-francisco?select=oO0R4x--7xnJogswYsQQYw) More solid than spectacular, but still quite tasty! The patty was well cooked, I LOVED the bacon's salty sweetness, and everything complemented each other really well. That being said, whether it be due to the patty, the bacon, or both, the burger, as a whole, felt a little greasy. -- JR. CLASSIC BURGER & FRIES - 4oz Harris Ranch Grass Fed Beef, Sunny Farms Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onions, Pringle Cut Dill Pickles, and House Island Sauce on a Brioche Bun with Twice Fried Fries...$11.25 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/native-burger-san-francisco?select=NVxYPDZqcLlRGXo2T0LMJg) This was...pretty awesome. Not only is the burger the perfect size, but it was done so well - juicy patty, a soft, toasted bun, and fresh veggies. As for the fries, they were far better than the garlic version. All together, this feels like a terrific value for what you get! -- GARLIC FRIES...$4.50 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/native-burger-san-francisco?select=T-z4tiVho0kC0LNNsUox6w) Meh. These fries were also very crispy, and the portion was decent, but the taste was underwhelming. Not only was it not very garlicky/lacking in garlic, but there wasn't much else to it either - no herbs, no cheese, not much seasoning. It has potential, but disappointed as is. -- LOCO MOCO - Two Range Free Eggs, 7oz Grass Fed Harris Ranch Beef, and Housemade Gravy Over Jasmine Rice...$12.25 (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/native-burger-san-francisco?select=GxkLRFJlOoRH5xs2s0-KcQ) Are they to blame for this one or am I for ordering it? Not surprisingly, the patties were the best part, as they were both juicy and flavorful. Everything else, other then the eggs, was a bust - the onions were mealy, the rice was hard, and the gravy was gloppy and broken. While most of what I've had has been more good than bad, the service here has been excellent all around. Every time I've stopped in, the same two guys have been working the register and grill and they've always been super friendly. They've happily given us ranch for the onion rings and garlic fries (much needed for the latter) and they're quick to greet people/say goodbye as folks come and go. Tasty burgers, friendly service, and a wealth of parking nearby? Super Duper's newest outpost is a short walk away, but it's great to know that Native is just as good as my former go-to spot!
Always gotta be careful when you proclaim something as the "best". My only fighting words that I will kick my flip flops off for? In-N-Out. IMO, they make the best burgers in its price category. Now, if someone can sell McD fries outside, that would be a winning combo! After a nearby vet appointment, I was too lazy to drive 30 minutes to the nearest In-N-Out location. Yelp came to the rescue with Native Burger, a small, locally-owned burger joint (formerly Buzz). What sold me is that Native Burger is owned by a unicorn, an SF native so had to come and support! Unfortunately, my experience didn't align with all the raving 5 star reviews so I probably visited on an off day. And, in no way am I comparing this locally-owned business to a fast-food chain like In-N-Out. Native Burger is open for takeout, delivery, indoor dining, and outdoor dining (sidewalk and parklet). M E N U Burgers (Harris Ranch grass-fed beef patties), Sausages, Loco Moco, Salads, and Sides (fries, brussel sprouts, onion rings, etc). You can sub for a Beyond burger patty and GF bread for a surcharge. Chicken and turkey also available. Bottled drinks and beer on tap available. For the city, wallet-friendly pricing with burgers starting at $9.95. F O O D * All American Burger w/ 7 oz Harris ranch grass fed beef patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onions, pringle cut dill pickles, house Island sauce, brioche bun ($9.95): https://tinyurl.com/3hu6syec ***Requested rare. While the burger looked good with a nice seared patty, the patty (medium rare) and bun (barely toasted) were dry. After taking several bites, I lifted up the bun to find that the house island sauce was missing. I went inside and they gave me a side of the sauce which helped give the burger some moisture but TBH, it was still pretty underwhelming. * The Sunrise Burger w/ 7 oz Harris ranch grass fed beef patty, cheddar cheese, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, free-range egg, avocado, sweet chili sauce, brioche bun ($12.75): https://tinyurl.com/2ywsunx6 ***Requested rare. ***Add extra patty (+$4.50) ***Add fool's gold bacon (+$4.75). Missing. Not my burger. Friend said, it was "fine" but we later realized that the added bacon was missing. =( * Unseasoned Beef Patty aka Pup Patty: ($4.50): https://tinyurl.com/bxxv3was Post vet visit treat! Thank you for making an unseasoned beef patty upon request! * Fried Brussel Sprouts ($6.95) To be little healthier, I ordered the brussel sprouts as a side. It was soggy and too sweet. * Fries ($3.95) Fav item! Hot, golden, and crunchy. S E R V I C E Very kind staff. Our order was brought outside to us in about 15 minutes. A M B I A N C E Casual neighborhood burger joint with an open kitchen with counter seating and picnic tables in the back. Yay for dog-friendly outdoor seating. Just bring a warm coat since there's no heat lamps. P A R K I N G Easier street and residential parking than deep into Inner Richmond. Found a space right away during primetime dinner time on a weekday. Overall, my burger and side didn't hit for me but it was probably an off day. If I'm in the area again, I would be down to give Native Burger another try in hopes to have a better experience next time!
These are some really good burgers. Good size, and great taste. The only thing I would change is add more bacon but I can't blame them. Bacon isn't cheap and most places give you the same amount but the bacon here is a bit more thick than anywhere else
Finally got to try our local neighborhood burger spot! They are currently doing indoor dining and some outdoor dining! I got the junior combo, which included a junior classic burger and fries! The burger was tasty and well cooked. Their fries are double fried, so good. I will definitely be back to try their other burgers!
I am not a burger person and this is definitely my favorite burger place in the city! The staff here is nice, the service is great and their burgers are fire!!! I also love their Jalapeño poppers and onion rings the most. They also have great vegetarian options, my favorite burger to order is actually their Beyond Burger because its tasty and doesn't leave you feeling too heavy after! They also serve some bottle beers here, and wine!
2 years ago
Food 5/5 Ambience 4/5 Service 5/5 It's always a good time trying out a new burger joint and thankfully, this one did not disappoint! This place is a lowkey spot in the Richmond district and parking is pretty easy to find since there are lots of neighborhoods around and Geary is a pretty large street. Their menu was clean, simple, and easy to choose from. There are only 6 or so burgers to choose from and they all looked super good. I went with the western burger and some twice fried fries. Service was fast and the server was very nice to us. It took maybe 5 minutes before all of our food came out. The burger was big, juicy, and came loaded with all the toppings I could want. It was a pretty good value too as I was stuffed after eating it. The burger also held together really well as everything didn't just spill out the other side after taking a bite. The fries were also good! They were crispy, but still fluffy on the inside and were portioned appropriately for the size of the burger. The restaurant itself is clean and well lit. Overall, if you're in the area and looking for a good burger, definitely give this place a try! Solid burgers, solid fries, solid service. Two thumbs up! read more
Texan visitor here trying out some Harris Ranch beef burgers. I first noticed the soft burger buns. I liked how the beef patties were not heavily seasoned, but still tasty. The toppings were fresh. The beef wasn't juicy due to lacking some fat (which could be a good or bad thing). It wasn't the best burger I've had, but it was pretty satisfying and I felt wholesome after devouring it. The only downfall of this place was the single cook on the grill, making the wait time long. read more
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2 years ago
Perfectly average. Was craving a burger and saw this place had lots of starts and good reviews. First off the restaurant is on a really busy street and parking is horrible. It's really hard to even get to the restaurant and you're likely to miss it. There are two tables and chairs outside which are on the curb. If someone rolled down their window they could steal your burger. When my friend and I went the seats where taken and people where happily eating. I got the southwestern burger but with chicken. The chicken was very dry and the bacon wasn't crisp. The bbq sauce on it was nice and sweet very flavorful. The bun was equally as average. My burger got a 2 stars. My friend got the egg burger with Avocado and it looked amazing. The egg was runny to everyone's delight. The burger looked amazing it tasted average. What really made this place stand out was the fries. I got the normal fries called 'twice fries' and my friend got the sweet potato fries. They where crunchy yet soft and flavorful and not overly salty. That was the restaurants only saving grace. Overall average. Wouldn't go again and wouldn't recommend unless you just want fries. read more
I've been on a search for a regular, good ole burger without all the frills and foofy stuff places do nowadays. Thank goodness for native burger. I ordered the classic with bacon and couldn't be happier. The burger was seasoned well, cooked perfectly, and the bun complemented it to hold everything together. Throw on some lettuce, tomatoes, and onion...and you've got yourself a real burger. Woot woot! Added on some fries and couldn't be happier. Now if you are into all that foofyness, they can surely help you out also. Fool's gold bacon which is probably the equivalent of millionaire bacon? Yeah, you can add that to your burger if you're into sweet bacon. Otherwise, wait times weren't an issue and our food came out piping hot. A solid 5 stars for an above average yet just your average burger. read more
Great burger. Good service. But I felt way too full and couldn't finish what I ordered. I got the "Northern" which has mushrooms, fried onions, Swiss and mayo. It was pink and juicy and very good. Opted for the fried Brussel sprouts rather than fries or rings (the rings smell great -- you can smell them from across the street). It was a two person portion and drizzled with tasty sauce. Definitely get these! Only canned and bottled soft drinks. read more
3 years ago
Burger (The northerner) was great--lots of mushrooms, if you're into that. The portion of garlic fries was pretty small. There are no fountain drinks, just canned or bottled. The sitting area is very small and feels kinda sketch (feels like a dark alley), but it's fine. Staff is the type to slap food down and not smile, if you're into that. read more
4.5 STARS On the way home from work, the roommate and I decided to grab burgers for dinner. Remembering I've been meaning to try Native Burger, we stopped by on Tuesday, February 20th a little before 6pm to place a takeout order. It was rather quick as we didn't have to wait long for our food. *Hot Link ($5.75) *The Classic: lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, sauce ($8.95) *The Southwestern: roasted jalapenos, tomato, pepper jack, ranch ($9.75) They didn't ask how we wanted our burgers cooked, but they were the perfect medium rare. The meat was tender and moist. Though my only complaint would be the meat was a touch chewy. I got the classic and devoured the whole thing. If I wasn't off of deep fried foods, we would have ordered fries. Instead we decided to try a sausage. It was your average hot link. It's just served on a bun, so nothing really special about it. It's rare the roommate wants to come back to a new spot. But he said we should come back when I can eat deep fried foods again. He enjoyed the burger that much. Rounding up to 5 stars just for that. read more
We came here the day after Thanksgiving - "Let the gluttony continue" is our motto. To split we ordered the classic burger and added the extra thick candied bacon. Also brussels sprouts and onion Rings (the fries did look good though) You order at the register and we sat at the counter. I would like purse hooks at the counter. We watched the two cooks prepare our meal - the sprouts are deep fried and delicious, not sure if it counts as a serving of vegetables. The onion rings are the battered (not breaded) kind, and I was pleased that the side and the burger came up nearly simultaneously (I don't like it when the sides come up first) My only other complaint besides the lack of purse hooks, was that the buns were too dense for the burger, and fell apart halfway though. My preference would have been for a good quality sesame seed bun crisped on the grill. (ask for a side of BBQ sauce for your onion rings!) read more
4 years ago
Delicious food, fast and friendly service! We will definitely be back whenever we are in town! read more
4 years ago
Came by for lunch one day. It looks new, but wasn't there a burger place here before? Order is right at the entrance, which is good for stopping people from snatching a table first and taking up unnecessary room. Their menu is pretty straight forward, so it should be easy to make a decision (coming from an indecisive person like me...). My friend got a brat and the Brussels. The hot dog looked skimpy - they cut it in half and just throw it on a bun. So you're basically adding your own mustard and ketchup, with nothing else. It was mostly bun as well. Brussels were pretty good, and probably why everyone seemed to order them. They were nicely crispy, and a hint of sweet. Western Burger, I ordered medium rare...and it came out well done. I'm pretty used to burgers not being the temp I ordered it, but this was a little far. Since I waited a good 15 minutes for this burger to come out, I opted to eat it rather than tell them to refire it. Lunch time pains. The burger was okay, it probably could have used a stronger seasoning on the meats. Mushrooms and onions were nicely done. Garlic fries weren't very garlicky, but good garlic fries unless you go get the ballpark fries. I ended up throwing away most of the fries. I saw someone throw out all their sweet potato fries. Service was okay. They don't ask you your name, but maybe that's because we used credit cards and they can see our names. There's no numbering, so when the food is ready, a staff person walks down calling a name. It works when it's slow, but I saw they got backed up pretty quickly during the lunch rush. I think I'm at a 3 right now.Both based on the burger cook level, and the fact that I saw a couple tables get their food before I got mine (and I ordered first...). Might come back and try it again. It IS a lot of food, so be careful if you're heading back to the office after eating here! read more
3 years ago
Wow I love this place. I came in today and I was kinda shocked it was empty. The menu is limited but the food is amazing. Staff are all extremely helpful and nice and I was impressed from the moment I walked in the door. It kind of had that Oklahoma feel to it in a subtle way which I miss. I wanted to try like everything lol and yes I ordered the sprouts, fried creamed corn (oh so good), and my friend had the fries extra crispy. I wasn't sure I wanted too much meat and wanted to try the western but also wanted to try the veggie burger so I split the difference. A-MA-ZING! My friend had the mushroom n Swiss burger and loved it too. I'll be back for sure. I actually felt guilty for not bringing my fiancé lol. He would have loved the place but he was at work. So next time he will have to come with. It's a new spot and us Yelpers need to give it more love. Cons: no refills on soda for those of you who love it Pros: great food, service, and free water lol. My only tip to staff: filter the water for us water snobs lol. read more
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It was my first time visiting San Francisco with my husband and son... after being indecisive for about an hour about where to eat we decided to google and one of the spots that caught our eyes was Native Burger! This place has friendly employees and is clean and is child friendly! I think this was the best burger I have ever had and I still crave. The burger was beyond juicy and had an amazing flavor and the garlic fries tied so well with it ! My son had a simple but delicious Grilled cheese (not your average wonder slice loaf bread grilled cheese) he had something better! We definitely are coming back and highly recommend this spot ! read more
2 years ago
Between the 12 people that landed here, I believe we tried almost every item on the menu. One of the best hot sausage links I've had in a while. They can also substitute chicken for burger meat on most of their burgers. House sauce is definitely a can't miss touch of flavor. Great food all around. Service - 5/5 Food - 4/5 Ambience - 4/5 read more
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Hurray! I now have a new favorite burger joint in the city! I ordered the sunrise burger and loved it. The egg was cooked perfectly and the burger was very juicy. Also ordered the fools gold bacon on the side too. I personally like this more than the millionaire bacon at sweet maple. This is exactly the kind of local establishment you want to support. I will be back! read more
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8 years ago
Very upsetting. The cashier told me it would be a wait because caviar was doing a Photoshoot in the place. I was going to leave but the cook said he would do a burger real "quick". Thanks for treating me like a customer. The burger is frozen from harris ranch and fries are frozen. No quality just nice pics. No taste to it. Its geared to the white crowd. Back to the homeless shelter i go. Thanks for being so damn "cool". This place is all production no heart. I miss my old city. read more
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6 years ago
They have a pretty good burger. I like the fact that they break the bacon up to fit neatly on the burger. My only complaint, I wish the burger was cooked over charcoal or gas flames. I know that most of the burger joints use the flat top to grill their burgers, but charcoal or gas impart much more flavor to the burger. Check them out if you're in the area. read more
3 years ago
8 years ago
These burgers are FRESH. You can tell that these patties are never frozen. The ingredients are also fresh: crisp and cold lettuce, tomato, pickles, etc. There are a few different burgers to chose from, varying with toppings. They also serve twice-fried fries, which are SUPER CRISP and crunchy! Try them with a side or chipotle mayo. read more
7 years ago
Food, interior,service 5 stars. I wish to have more such places in the City. Highly recommended read more
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3420 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118
Laurel Heights, Inner Richmond
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Do you make a plain cheeseburger?
I'm 99% sure yes. Just order their classic burger with cheese and ask for no lettuce, no tomato. They will probably charge you the same as the classic burger.
Gluten free options, specifically buns?
UPDATE ON GLUTEN-FREE OPTIONS: we offer gluten-free buns, rice and lettuce wrap.
Are there any Vegan options? I'd like to find a regular spot to get a well made burger for the veggie crowd that even meet eaters would adore ?
For vegan options, we have the Beyond Burger patties as well as a black bean chipotle pattie. We also have a Ceasar salad (not on menu).
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