Omg!! This place is pure trash. Trust me, they will not be here long. I went in today and ordered a smash cheeseburger, fries and a fountain drink to eat in. There's a sign that says they cook everything fresh which I appreciated. When the burger came out it looked kinda blond & not really seared but I accepted it and decided I would try it. When I bit into the burger, it was initially ok but as I continued to eat it, it got to the place where it was nearly raw. I stopped eating & took it back to the counter to show the counter employee/cook. He looked at it and asked me what I wanted him to do. No way I was getting another burger as frankly it wasn't even good - cooked or not. Mainly I just wanted him to know that he was serving raw ground beef. He started sounding irritated with me when I had been very nice to him. He said he served burgers at a good temp. He said it was clear I was mad and he started getting very flustered. I asked him why he was irritated with me when he was the one that served me a raw burger. Not one time did he say sorry or accept full responsibility. Then he said I was "gaslighting" him and that did make me really angry. There were more words spoken but I was so confused and irritated, I put down his raw burger and walked out - never ever to return. The place looks kinda low-end. The employee has no customer service skills, he can't cook, the burger was rather flavorless, the brand of ketchup is bargain basement and the fries weren't even good (though they were hot). Also the fountain drink was good. I can't believe I tipped. Just an all-around bad experience. Yuck!!!! read more

Not that good but if you're hungry it will do. The burgers have nothing but cheese onions and little else. Would not go again.

Foods ight Got crusty look and attitude from multiple employees and I mean stank face Husband has 10 years of food service From Las Vegas working casinos Over 60 restaurants Hundreds of thousands of people compared to the less then 10 inside the store Saturday December 27th 12pm Sorry I look bummy I got 2 kids n just moved here didn't want to give me change for my $50 when I payed $20 for a small combo and a can soda read more

Great burger, ok fries,great service. I paid 7.49 for a cheeseburger smash and its half the price of barons long grill inside viejas 18$ for just the burger and was not anywhere as good as nicky smash burgers.... I recommend 100% read more

Savory burger and toasty bun- staff was so friendly also. Ordered a triple- worth the add on. It makes burgers at in-n-out seem flavorless. Environment could be better, but it's the food that matters. Will come again- it's hard to find a great burger that isn't $18 these days. This checks all the boxes. read more

We've gotten take out from here a couple of times before we play Bingo at the Viejas Bingo Hall. They don't have a huge menu but what they do have is interesting and delicious. All the burgers come with Nicky's Sauce, Cheese and Grilled Onions. I got the BLT Cheeseburger, Hubs for the Rajas Burger which has Lemon Grilled Onions and Poblanos Chiles. We both got Crinkle Cut Fries. Burgers are a good size and we got plenty of Fries. Service has always been friendly. Yesterday the person taking our order had me look at the screen to make sure everything was correct. It was a bit of a wait to get our food but not unreasonable. I did notice the person before me didn't get all of his food at the same time. They should work on that. It was very clean inside and I saw the person taking orders clean a few tables while I waited. read more

Dropped in for an appetizer to share before shopping. These dirty fries did not disappoint! The homemade Nicky sauce along with a smash burger patty, grilled onions, and pickles are the perfect combination making these fries a hit! read more

Nicky Smash Burgers - Hot Dogs Near Me - Alpine, California

Place didn't look very clean to start with... No napkins just a big roll of paper towels sitting on the counter for everyone to use burgers were mediocre and the shake was terrible. read more

This was our first time here, party of 5. We ordered the chicken sandwich, a chicken sandwich combo, a pastrami burger special that was advertised, chili cheese fries, strawberry shake and two sodas. The guy at the counter seemed disinterested that we were there and when I ordered the chili cheese fries, he made the comment "Everyone is taking all my chili", which told me 1. It was probably good and 2. He's rude because, hello, if you know it's good, make more! I'll tell you as a self- proclaimed chili cheese fries expert, they absolutely were delicious. The portion was huge for the price and I took the leftovers home. Everyone else said their food was delicious, as well, and would return. Maybe dude was just having an off day. We'll go back and try again because the food was worth a return visit for sure. read more

The food was out quick, very fresh and everything was in generous proportion (plenty of bacon on the burger)! I had the triple BLT and their rendition of 'animal' fries... (WARNING: the fries are large enough to be shared, I couldn't finish them!) this is def my go to spot when I come out here moving forward...hopefully they stick around! read more

Nicky Smash Burgers - Triple BLT, Dirty Fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Alpine, California

The smashburger had great taste and good size. The dirty fries are good size and tasted great as well! The service was not good no one came up to the counter for about 5 minutes or more almost walked out. The workers stayed in the back of the restaurant. read more

Burgers were super yummy! They are a "smashed" burger, not a typical patty. Crinkle cut fries were extra hot and crispy and portion size was great. I got the BLT without the LT. Sauce on it was delicious and made the burger. Menu is very simple. See photos. read more

Nicky Smash Burgers - BLT burger without the LT - Hot Dogs Near Me - Alpine, California

daughter order two hamburgers and a chicken sandwich instead receive mushroom sandwich two big things of french fries and some type of chicken sandwich, and for shakes in the cost 80 bucks. It was all garbage. Try twice. I will never go back. Need to close up. read more

Soooo gross! I got a Wild West burger and a dirty fries. I expected the fries to have a chopped up burger on top but it was a solid burger patty. Ok weird but whatever. Then the patty wasn't done like a normal smashed burger. One side gets the grill the other looks unseasoned and almost boiled meat look. Really weird. I rolled the patty to the side and ate the fries. Regular fries with pickles, sauce and grilled chopped onions. The plate was super salty. At this point I was disappointed but didn't want to waste food so I just picked at it and it seemed to get saltier and saltier. Everything was super salty- the pickles, the fries even the sauce. Then when I could see the bottom of the container I saw a pile of salt like someone poured salt over the whole thing. Super gross. Stopped eating the fries to try the burger. I took pics to post on their google page and they don't even have one which is super weird. Ok now the burger....The burger bun wasn't toasted or anything so the top one did that thing where it smashes into the grease and the bottom one got soggy from condensation in the container. Gross but whatever. The bacon wasn't crispy it was very fatty and again the half grilled smash burger patty with a boiled top again. The onion rings in the burger were decent so I'll give them that. I didn't finish the burger and I'm a person who can literally live off burgers. I think I've had in n out 3-4 times with week already and it's only Wednesday. It's hard to screw up a burger... The cashier was nice so I guess that justifies the one star I'm obligated to give but I'd really give it zero stars and hate that we wasted money on this. I wouldn't normally go this in depth but since I'm already reviewing the restaurant itself was also super dirty. It was kinda gross standing inside and looking around. The door itself and entryway is literally covered in grime. We really wanted to try it so I tried to ignore how gross and trick myself that the kitchen was clean. We waited outside and ate outside to not have to see anything. All in all really bad experience and we definitely won't be going there again. Right before eating there we were saying what a shame it is that malls are closing early and going out of business and how many empty stores there were at the mall but then we were instantly reminded why we and everyone else don't bother wasting money anymore. read more

Nicky Smash Burgers - Dirty fries - Hot Dogs Near Me - Alpine, California

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Exited to try this place so came back around. Ordered burgers and fries. Picture added. Very disappointed. The amount of fried in the basket...really? Not worth the money. Would never go back. Slow customer service. Tables not wiped down. read more

Nicky Smash Burgers - Burgers and fries. That's an order of fries!! Looks like leftovers. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Alpine, California

This place was absolutely disgusting, from the front counter service all the way down to the food. If I could give zero stars I would. The counter clerk was rude and unfriendly, she has no business working in the service industry. Spent over $35 for 2 burgers, chili and fries. The chili looked like dog food out of a can, the burgers were a weird dark color, the fries tasted like they had been previously cooked and thrown back in the fryer, the bun was completely falling apart. I have no idea how this place is even open for business. I would never return or recommend to anyone, I actually recommend you stay far away. read more

Walked in and it felt like a ghost town with the floor so sticky. The woman taking my order was rude and her co-worker was sitting on a bucket just judging us. Ordered a burger with "grilled onion" but the onion was barely grilled. Smelled like onions for about an hour even after washing my hands numerous times. The burger was very sloppy nothing like the pictures. After a failed attempt to eat the burger it went everywhere but my mouth a family came in and ordered food there was a language barrier. When their food was ready the man let the worker know he doesnt eat meat and didnt want the burger. The worker yelled saying why did you order it if you dont eat meat the man the man apologized and said he didnt need a refund and was trying to leave. The worker kept yelling to leave. The chef seemed like a nice person just doing his job. read more

I don't know what some of the reviewers on here have experienced, but these burgers are honestly so good, the prices are actually way better than a lot of burger places (these days, it's getting crazy), and service was great. My daughter and I got doubles and shared one fry and we couldn't finish all of it. It definitely deserves a 5-star rating!!! read more

One of the best smash burgers I have ever had. The home made sauce is amazing. I ordered their new Nicky's Western Smash burger, I highly recommend this burger along with their dirty fries. The place has a real cool 80's vibe and the service is solid. I'm definitely stopping by this place again when in the area. read more

The front cashier is PREJUDICE told us the kitchen is backed up and told us to get out in a very rude way .

Absolutely appalling experience. We came here expecting a decent meal, but what we got was a complete disaster. a red-headed staff member in a flannel shirt who identified himself as a "sean" not only acted disturbingly unprofessional but also spit in my food. When I confronted him about it, things escalated and mumbled UNGODLY words under his breath about my 7 year old daughter. I am native and live on the reservation, and this is outrageous. I expected better seeing as a few staff members are ALSO native. I honestly can't believe this person is employed here. Completely unacceptable behavior. Avoid this place at all costs unless you enjoy being disrespected and endangered by people who shouldn't be anywhere near a restaurant, let alone interacting with customers. read more

Terrible! Stay away. 25 minutes waiting and they hadn't even started my order yet! Then the girl at the counter tried to tell me she would only refund my burger and fry because she already gave me the drink. I about lost my mind. read more

Your food is the best. I love it! The french fries were crispy and the burger was just perfect. The meat patty is a little different but it was delicious. And the buns were soft and fresh. read more

It was a Wednesday 5/7, and the restaurant closes at 7 pm. We got here at 6. Also called about 4 times to place an order over the phone. No one picked up. As soon as I went to open the door, I noticed it was locked, so I peeked inside. I saw two younger brunettes, that looked like they were snacking, noticing me and run to the back. The cook/cleaner saw them run to the back and continued to do his work. He looked at us, but did not open the door or explain why they were closing early... I knocked but everyone ignored. Stood waiting for about 10min. No acknowledgement. I won't be going back again. Don't bother giving them any business. read more

Excellent smash burger and service. We will be back! Husband said it was the best smash burger he's ever had. Our new favorite.

First time coming here and there burgers , fries , chilli cheese fries are the bomb also the women at the register was very kind and polite

Got terrible stomach ache after eating 1/3 of the burger. Thankfully, young large woman with fake nails returned the cost of the BLT to card. No questions or comments on that. Not a I'm sorry or anything. Slop of a burger. Garbage . Definitely will Not a return! read more

Best damn burger ever, Had a great lunch date with my family. Very friendly, clean and not too crowded. Highly recommended.

The cook called my wife a bitch. We left. Good luck spending your money there. We still have not received food

Best cheeseburger I've gotten in Alpine. It was very good. added bacon on it. The place is very clean.

Ordinary burger. Fries overcooked (hard on the outside and hollow in the middle). There are better burgers in Alpine.

Ordered food and they forgot about it Not to mention all the corners of the restaurant were disgusting Clean yourselves up and stop forgetting you might make it read more

Really enjoyed my first time here. Definitely a family owned clean food feel. Milkshakes had an original ice cream authentic taste. Building was clean and staff was friendly! read more

Great service, Great food. 10/10 and location is great. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

I got the double BLT with fries and it was sooooo good! Exactly what I would want from a smash burger joint. Thin, crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, smash sauce was on point! Also the fries! I'm usually not a crinkle cut fry fan but they were fried to perfection! I like salty fries but they don't really come salted which is good for the people that don't like salty fries. You can always add more but can't take it off I say! Definitely gonna come back here! Wish I took a pic of my meal cuz it looked amazing! read more

Not a fan. Got a big flat crispy patty and way over-cooked. Fries were taste-less. Will probably not go back.

Best burger in town. Reasonable prices and food comes out quickly. We've eaten here a few times and each time we wish we were hungry enough to eat again! read more

The food was great but the guy behind the counter was even better. Great service and great food!

Loved the simple menu and food was great also the shakes were tasty glad this place came to town

Burgers are good and nice service. I was given a large portion of fries and the cook checked on me after my meal was served.