Once upon a time, pieter found an establishment called "the original hamburger works" after spending 20$ for everything one would want at a lunch, pieter sat down at a beautiful copper topped table. great ambiance and even greater service, thanks friends. finally, burger. received burger. ate burger. and cried for three days. was this all a dream?? is this reality?? turns out, this establishment exists in my dreams and on planet earth. man. i'm full - cheers. read more

Hamburger burnt. Ranch dressing was sour. Not enough room to park, people park in handicap with no plaque or license. Ask before using card if there is a charge., they charge for using card.This is a bar atmosphere, serving alcohol. Place is not for kids, & people smoke outside read more

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Ordered through uber and got the fish and chips, onion rings and fried zucchini. When we got it, the fries, onion rings and zucchini were all dark. I tasted it and it just wasn't good so i called the restaurant. I told the girl who answered what happened and said they are burnt. She said, they aren't burnt, it's from old oil, we change the oil tomorrow (!!!). I said, well it's inedible and i wanted my money back, she said it's already been processed do you want the manager, i said yes. After being on hold for 10 min, i hung up and called back. I told them i was waiting for the manager. After hearing the phone being passed around i got a gentleman who said he was in charge, i asked if he was the manager and he said he was one of them. I told him what happened and he said they use the same oil they always use. I told him then that's your problem and i want a refund. He yelled and said, take it up with Uber! And hung up. This place is incredibly rude and the was not good. I would avoid this place unless you like rude behavior and old greasy food. read more

My wife and I like a good burger and saw a reel on Facebook for The Original Hamburger Works so decided to head down there to try it out. The inside of the restaurant is pretty cool with lots of old signs on the walls for decoration. The menu is pretty straight forward. I had the great big one and my wife had the big one. We both ordered fries and a soda. The food was very good, I liked the fixings bar as I'm picky about how my burger is constructed. The fries were hot and cooked perfectly. The only draw back was 40.00 for two burgers and fries and two sodas. But otherwise we enjoyed our experience and we will return. read more

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If you're craving a REAL mesquite-grilled burger... this is the spot. Original Hamburger Works serves up burgers cooked over open-flame mesquite charcoal you can literally watch them cook it right in front of you. I went with the #1 Big One + fries with cheese... simple, classic, and so satisfying. And don't skip the legendary fixin's wagon load it up exactly how you like it. Casual, friendly vibes with a full bar, TVs for the game, and a patio for hanging out. Perfect spot to relax and eat good. read more

This is one of our favorite burger places in Arizona having been here A LOT yet never a review. Here are a few reasons why we come back again and again and again. The menu provides more than adequate options for those who are a little finicky. Burgers, chicken options, several restaurant-popular sides, etc. Burger weights are either 1/4 lb, 1/3 lb, 1/2 lb or the full pounder. How they cook the food is key. They don't use a flattop instead, it's basically BBQ'd using select wood as a heat source. The taste from a well used and seasoned 'pit' (if you will) cannot be described nor replicated so the word "Original" is just that! Remember the failed business Fudruckers where they had a dress-your-own food bar? They have a successful concept with abundant options so you can do whatever you want with dressing your food. Did I mention you have 3 bun options? Onion rings are the BOMB! Crispy on the outside just right I'm on the inside. Fries were buenos too! This place is huge once inside with a lot of seating, atmosphere is fun and creative. It's a win win so come and enjoy! Burp...!! read more

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The burger and fries combo was $12, plus $4 for drink, so it didn't feel like a deal if you added non water. The burger was cooked perfectly well done for me and they used round bacon. Everything on the fixings bar was fine, but just the basics were there. Felt unnecessary actually. Still, glad to have finally tried the place. read more

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It has been a while since I've been here and unfortunately it was not a good experience this time. Everything was cold, the burger bun was hard and fries were cold. The burger was still perfectly edible but definitely will not be back for another visit. The wings were crispy, they were lukewarm and perhaps a little too fatty. Overall, it filled my craving for burger and wings. There is plenty of tables in the main dining area and also have a bar on the other side where you can also seat and enjoy your food. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Big one and fries - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Love this place for a good grilled tasting burger. The place inside is big, has a bar, a few tvs playing sports, plenty of seating, and has old school car stuff as decor around the place. Had a salad bar for all your toppings, the burgers come plain so you can add what you want. The service is quick and has a friendly vibe. read more

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Great burger spot! New to the area so we wanted to checkout a good local spot instead of a chain burger spot. Huge dining area and the restaurant also has a bar. You pay when you order then wait for your name to be called once your food is ready. They have a condiment bar where you prep the toppings you want on your burgers, there's a large selection. There were a lot of people which felt like a good sign, but the service was also quick and easy so we didn't have to wait long for our food. Overall the burgers were really good. You can pick between a 1/2 pound or 1/3 pound burger. They have tons of options on the menu and also sell chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, fish and chips and fish sandwiches. The bacon cheeseburger was awesome as the patty was well cooked and seasoned and the bacon was crispy and tasty. The border burger was great too. Tasted home made. The green chiles were big and we wish they had been cut up but very tasty burger. The fries were nice and crispy and well seasoned. The onion rings were okay too, we could tell they got a little cold or that the oil was old so they tasted a bit off but we did go an hour before closing so we think they will be better next time when we go earlier. Overall very happy with finding this new spot for us to get local and homemade burgers. Would definitely recommend and plan to come back! read more

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Came with work team for lunch and meeting. This was my second time here and the first for others. I had the big one with Cheddar and made it my own with the condiment bar...my burger was cooked a tad under so next time will ask for medium well. I don't like pink meat! I also got onion rings and zucchini, both which are perfection! Others got salads, burgers and everyone was sold on the zucchini! Great experience overall!!! read more

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This place has been in business for over 40+ years and I finally had an opportunity to try them since I was in the area. It shares a parking area with other businesses in the complex. The lady taking orders, literally, was handling customers in line, phone calls and online ordering, but she was friendly and professional the entire time. I decided to try their "Big One" burger (1/3 lb) w/cheese and a side order of fried zucchini. You can see their chefs/cooks working hard on fulfilling orders and after about 10-15 minutes, my order was ready. While it's basically a burger, the patty was seasoned well and cooked properly. You do have the choice of how you build your burger with their sides wagon (ketchup, mustard, mayo, lettuce, onions, etc...). It does have a western decor along with a lot of memorabilia items that include signs and toys. There is a person that comes through and cleans tables as they open up. It's a fairly good size building with various table configurations that also includes a bar with more tables and a common courtyard for outdoor seating. The prices are reasonable and they do offer a very extensive menu with other food options. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Big one burger, fried zucchini and the toppers (I selected from their condiment wagon) - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Another burger placed checked off the list in the quest to try all the great burgers in the Phoenix area. I loved the rustic old time interior. Order at the counter and they bring your food to you. All of the condiments and toppings are in a full service bar where you can grab anything that you'd want to add. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Zucchini - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Poor customer service they on hold for more than five minutes numerous times. The person I was talking to was rude, also the wait time is too long for what it should be the food isn't that good? It came out cold. Wouldn't recommend this place if you wanted to try. read more

I was surprised just how big this place was inside and there's a bar that seems to be in a completely different area from the rest of the restaurant. The inside is full of interesting and antique looking decorations that give the place an interesting atmosphere. This is another place where you line up and order your food up front before finding your own table to sit at. They also have a condiment bar for adding your own basic toppings on the burger. I loved my fiesta burger and would love to get it again or try one of the other delicious looking burgers on the menu. We also tried the fried zucchini and that was also delicious. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Fiesta Burger - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I like this place because it has a vintage look to it. The decor is pretty unique and you feel like you travel back in time into an old burger joint. I like how they have the bar with toppings to make your burger the way you like it. The wings are delicious and so are the waffle fries. It's also a family friendly place! read more

Original Hamburger Works - Waffle fries and buffalo wings - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Came on a Tuesday right at opening. Fairly large restaurant with awesome western vintage decor from days long gone. Only one other patron during this time. Good menu as it had plenty of hamburger combinations and side choices. Decided on the Big one (with grilled onions and mushrooms) with fries and the wife got the Small one with Onion Rings. We had a good laugh at their "Retirement Burger." Spent a good amount of time watching the burgers get grilled during our wait. It became VERY busy shortly after as well. Several large groups received their orders before us, which confused me since we were of the first three patrons. Finally got our order and we made our way to the wagon condiment bar line to build our dream burgers! Yes, we waited awhile, but it was worth it after we took our first bites! Flavorful patties and fresh veggies made me giddy. Couldn't stuff my face fast enough. Fries were not hot or crispy at all, so we sadly abandoned them. The onion rings were perfect though! Amazing crunch and taste! Would have ordered more, but the line became quite long. Although we had to wait a long time for our orders, the service was great and the burger quality was awesome! Will definitely be back to clog our arteries soon. read more

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We make the drive from the far Southwest Valley & it's so worth it! Great food with old school service, atmosphere & decor all in one convenient location! Large groups or by yourself you'll get great value for your dollar. read more

Food was great! Was a confusing experience at the register, very busy spot. The bar area was very loud. Love the whole chile on this burger. read more

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Well, we jumped on the trendy-train and got off here after it appeared all over social media. Hamburger works was good overall, and serves a decent burger. First, I don't know why some people have called this a "dive bar." It's not. It does have a bar in a far back corner, but it's hardly a "dive." I'd call this place a dark, casual burger joint that is really big and expansive. It reminds me of the 80's classic, "TGI Friday's." So expect a wait, especially with all the social media buzz lately. If there's one characteristic feature of this burger restaurant that you need to know, it's this: the burgers are cooked over an open mesquite Grill. That means they burn mesquite-wood logs and cook the burgers on a grate over the burning wood. It gives the burgers a very specific, smoky flavor. Some people don't like the acrid smokiness, and some do. But know that ahead of time. I think it's a pleasant "backyard BBQ" kinda flavor. Just know it's not a griddled burger. So they're good. The patties are fresh and hot and not frozen cow-pucks. The buns are very fresh and soft. The condiments are your responsibility. This place has a big "chuck wagon-style" cart with all the fixings (tomato, sauces, jalapeños, lettuce, pickles, etc.). I found that they really should have a "signature" burger sauce to differentiate them. Also, it looks and feels weird to be handed a burger that's just a dry meat patty and two dry buns. You need to walk over to the cart and season and sauce your burger yourself. I didn't care for that, but it's fine. The "famous" fried zucchini is just restaurant-supply frozen, breaded zucchini rounds that they deep-fry. The ranch dressing was great, though the zucchini batter was super underdone and raw in the middle. I'd give em a 6 or 7. Fries were standard and mine were a bit overcooked and dark brown. But they were hot. The menu is super basic. Just burgers and hot dogs and sides. They do have a great fountain with a TON of soda choices, so points there. Service is just the order-taker and she was fine. Nothing noteworthy. All in all it was good. It didn't change my life or make a noteworthy impact. If you're in the area and you're craving a burger, give it a try. There are better burgers in Phoenix, but this is a very respectable one. Just remember that mesquite-grilled thing. Enjoy! read more

Oh my goodness! We haven't been here in at least 10 years! We moved to the SE side of town and we haven't been back often. We were close and we knew we had to stop in! This place is still amazing! This place has amazing burgers but their condiments bar takes a good above average burger to next level. They've always had an amazing list of burgers to choose from, I got "The Double Big One!" So good! We also got the Mushrooms and Zucchini, we'd absolutely do that again! The only problem we had is with our cashier. I gave her a $50, our bill came out to $42 and change, she gave me $2 back and change. I told Janna I was going to put all of the change in the tip jar so the they would have gotten $7 and change. So by shorting me, they only got $5. I don't know if she was being dishonest but I'd feel a lot better about it if I gave her multiple bills. read more

Original Hamburger Works - The decor is awesome! - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Food was delicious you get to add your own toppings at the side bar and the portions are pretty decent. My 11 & 9 year old boys enjoyed the kids burger. I bought the Fiesta burger 1/2lb and fish and chips! read more

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Excellent food! We were out and about so we stopped here for lunch. We are on the carnivore diet so we ordered two of their super burgers (just the burgers and provolone) and they were delicious. A lot of places have super salty burgers or they are overcooked etc... this place though... spot on!!! I had a little left over the next day and it made a great lunch. Will go here again when in the area. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Hamburger, cheese, hot sauce - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Can't wait to come back. We went here by chance after a simple "good burger in Phoenix" google search. Can't beat the prices! Tons of seating, cool vintage decor and great food. read more

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I make a special trip here from Chandler because Im craving a burger and heard they had great ones. I get there with my family 40 minutes after they open. They have no bacon They have no American cheese They have no cheddar cheese The mushrooms are not prepped and won't be ready for another hour. We walked out and its actually ridiculous. It smelled so good when we walked in, but am I going to have to call before I go to make sure they actually have everything ready? read more

The fish and chips were great especially with the upgrade to waffle fries. We also ordered a "small one" cheeseburger, which was perfectly cooked. We split the two orders and it was more than enough food. The pricing was reasonable We sat at the bar, and service was great. If you don't sit at the bar you order at a counter and pick up food when called. Great food at a neighborhood restaurant/bar. Very casual and good for families read more

Loved the old fashioned decor and the food was tasty. Big portions. Walk up counter service. Cash discount. Bar that's a adjacent had a fun neighborhood vibe read more

Food was delicious and staff was friendly. I love the vibe inside. There was always something to look at. The toppings bar was great! Toppings for any type of burger lover. read more

Very good burgers and milkshakes and nice laid back atmosphere. Self service and lots of TV's.

I'm in the Encanto Palmcroft area and the proximity to a bunch of places many phonecians, especially the Scottsdale variety, may have never even heard of. I've graduated now and Phoenix continues to impress with its diversity of culture and cuisine, especially DTPhx. You can get a burger at a lot of places but the stand outs here were the haunting char grilled flavor! I'm craving it right now.. and the extensive condiment bar at the center of the restaurant. It was a wonderful lunch and I'll be back! read more

We live Original Hamburger Works! It's very casual. Reminds me a bit of an indoor Greasewood Flats, for those who remember that unique place. Rustic picnic tables inside. You order at the window into the kitchen. Simple menu. The mesquite grilled burgers are really good and the buns are fresh. The best part for me is the wagon that holds all the fixin's for your beef or garden burger, or chicken sandwich. Their French fries are so good too. And there's the self-serve soda machine. There is a 'Cheers style' bar at the back, again very casual-rustic and comfortable. They serve beer, wine and cocktails. Access to an outdoor courtyard is through a door in the bar. You can enter this way from the parking lot in back. read more

Place is always on hit. God is always cooked right. Staff members were nice and efficient. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Original Hamburger Spot - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I feel like Original Hamburger Works was hyped. Was the food good? Yes, but nothing wow worthy. The spot was pretty dark and on the older side. They have burgers, chicken sandwiches, appetizer foods etc. We ordered burgers and fries. I do like the condiment bar they have. It was well stocked and gives you the option to make yourself a lettuce wrap with all the veggies possible. The fries were okay, could've used some seasoning salt. The meat was fine. Overall we left full and it wasn't expensive. read more

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Best green chili burger you can get in the area Love the toppings bar put all you want to your liking fresh grilled rite in front off you read more

Fun hangout for the family, or friends in the bar area. They have 2 soda fountains with a lot of options. The restaurant has so much memorabilia on the walls from Phoenix as well! I know they are known for their burgers, but the waffle fries and wings were spot on too. The guy who took our order was super nice, and the employees were really on top of keeping the burger topping bar clean and stocked. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Waffle fries and ranch - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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It's in a bit of a shady part of town so I was somewhat skeptical...but GO! Older building - clearly been around for awhile, but I think it's all part of the charm. This is a no-frills experience - guy taking our order was direct and had a "keep it moving" type of attitude. You order at a counter and then can order drinks at the bar. Best burger I've had in a long time! Choice of bun - I had the onion bun - so, so good! Flame grilled - sides also perfection. They have a bar where you add your own toppings. Beer was ice cold and refreshing! Crowd was very eclectic - great people watching. Such a fun experience - I'll be back! read more

Original Hamburger Works - Best burgers with fresh toppings! - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This charming look back bar and burger house will serve you a great char-broiled burger with fries, onion rings and zucchini rounds or any number of look back hamburger joint foods. Lots of Arizona history, nostalgia, copper topped tables and farm wagon full of burger fixings and salad stuff. read more

Original Hamburger Works - HW 15th Ave - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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So, I went to Phoenix Community College in 1987 and Hamburger Works I believe was there. I passed by and racking my brain name is familiar. Well got up a couple of Saturdays ago and went to try it out, Burgers great flavor, love the fixings wagon, and interior is cool. But similar to other comments they are not friendly so what may have been 3 or 4 star. But not friendly at all. It is a new thing among some workers in the service industry and since hard to get employees the get ones who don't care about customer service. read more

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Always great. Love the taste of the char on their burgers. Plus you can select your type of bun.

Dined-10/28/23 -Menu is the same as a few years back aside from maybe a some of the prices given inflation and what not. Friend thought she should've ordered the Great Big one as the patty wasn't enough for her (learning curve). Waffle fries were great, condiments/sides bar was well maintained and clean. We also had fried zucchini which were just okay a little greasy so not much crisp to them. Chicken sandwich was a nice portion overall food was tasty for a local non frills burger joint. read more

Original Hamburger Works - Green chile chicken sandwich (bottom) & Big one cheeseburger (up top) - Burgers Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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