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Pier Burger

4.1 (825 reviews)
InexpensiveBurgers
Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Touristy
Good for groups

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Double and single Pier Burgers with Coke a Cola and a Berry thing my daughter ordered.
Frank B.

Right on the Santa Monica Pier. Burgers, chicken, shakes, custard and the like. Service was on point and turn around time from order to food was about 10 minutes. Indoor & outdoor seating. Priced right!

Large fries and single pier burger
Melissa M.

Fast, easy, convenient and reasonably priced for being on the Santa Monica pier. Located near the entrance of the pier...and the food did not let us down. Sometimes those places that have a good location are just that...take advantage of the convenient location and the quality of the food is not so great. Great location, the burger was good, and the fries crispy and nicely salted. Only thing... a little small for a close-to $10 burger. Service was fast...within 5 minutes of placing my order, my order was out. Nice and casual...there are seats inside and also outside in the pier. Wish they had tater tots . Other than that, this place is overall good. Prices are decent (you're in Santa Monica, prices are bit higher) , food good for what it is.

Gary C.

It's the legendary Pier Burger!!! This place is packed but it is a Saturday afternoon. We went the pier burger, fries, and cheese dog. We are on board walk so you pay board walk prices. This is not a Military friendly restaurant.

On left is the ono sandwich, on the right is a pier burger ( double) along with a regular fries
Xavier M.

First time I came here was back in 2024, I took my uncle and my mom here. Since then, every time I come to the pier I always try to eat at this spot. The food is good, service is always nice and quick. As for the environment of the place it's nice, a little bit of wall art. You can eat in or outside of the shop. If you're at Santa Monica pier, give this place a try. It's worth the money.

Adorable wall art.

Great location. The fries are the best part, crispy shoestring-style. We also had the single burger and the Ono fish sandwich. Avoid both.

Pier Double
Kevin J.

Decided to hit Pier Burger for lunch while being touristy for the day. Burgers were . We got the pier doubles with bacon & grilled onions. (By request) fry's come in two sizes small and large which is a pound of fries. We bought two and only needed one for a family of 5! Service is pleasant and fast. Only downside is that tourists sit in their outside seating to chill out and not even order food. We had to stand for a bit before a table opened. It would be nice if they monitored that but the place is good.

Sara M.

We wanted a quick bite on the pier and decided to split a chicken sandwich and a cheeseburger. The service wasn't very friendly and a bit dismissive. The prices are good and a few different quick options to eat. There are tables indoor and outdoor and your name is called when ready. The sandwiches were okay, nothing out of this world and with the customer service I would go somewhere else next time.

Chili burger with fries
Destiny L.

This food was genuinely worth it price wise and flavor. They also have chili burgers which I definitely recommend!! Their menu has many options compared to the other spots on the pier. Plenty of seating for family and friends!

Christa M.

The pier was very busy when we stopped by on Saturday and this place was no exception. We waited a few minutes in line and luckily we found a table right away. The cashier was friendly and she took my order quickly. I ordered a double cheeseburger combo with a soda and fries and my cousin ordered a small chocolate ice cream. My cousin got her ice cream right away and I waited about 10 minutes for my food. You must keep your receipt and show the worker when picking up your food! The fries were really good. They were perfectly salted, hot, and crispy. The burger was tasty and very very juicy - causing the bread to get soggy and fall apart after a few bites. The meat was cooked and seasoned perfectly though - no complaint there. It got to be pretty busy and it was loud inside. The line situation seemed to confuse a lot of people and they would mistake the pickup line for the ordering line. Overall, the food was good and people watching while eating was entertaining.

Vanilla Milk Shake
Maria P.

Pier Burger is located near the Route 66 sign as you head into Santa Monica Pier. You can't miss the red and white building with vintage looking signage that really gives off that retro feel and takes you back in time. Their menu features burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, frozen custard desserts, and more. Place your order on the right side (look for the sign) and then pick-up the goods on the left side. It can get quite busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait until your order is called/ready. They do have an ample amount of seating inside and outside. I recommend grabbing a seat while waiting and sitting outside if you have a larger party. We ordered the pier burger, hot dog, and vanilla milkshake. Since this was a spontaneous pick, I didn't really have any expectations. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The burger was quite tasty with great flavor. Their burgers are made with 100% certified angus beef and served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and homemade sauce. The hot dog was also very delicious and I think I enjoyed that slightly more than the burger. If you love milk shakes like I do, this is a solid spot for that as well. I didn't notice the "concretes" on the menu which is frozen custard blended thick, but I did still enjoyed my vanilla shake. Overall, great spot for a meal!

Waffle Cone with Vanilla - I got excited and ate some! It did look perfect originally.
Rachel B.

We ordered 4 ice creams. Upon a revisit I would order everyone waffle cones. The issue is that the waffle cone is handed to you immediately, meanwhile, a concrete requires them to put it in the kitchen order which means you have to wait A LONG TIME. It was about $30 for 4 of us with 4 ice creams. I am 50/50 on a revisit.

Chocolate shake
Jimmy K.

We stopped in here on our recent trip to the Santa Monica Pier. There are a couple places to choose from on the pier, but this one had better reviews on Yelp, so we chose this one. The burgers were delicious. They aren't huge, but that was ok for us. My daughter enjoyed her hot dog. My wife loved her chocolate shake. They do charge $1 for soda refills, but that was worth it.

Linh Y.

My eldest daughter and I were at Santa Monica Pier for the Heal the Bay beach cleanup volunteer event. Afterwards, we strolled on the pier for a little bit. When I saw custard shake, I knew I had to pay Pier Burger a visit. We had already ate at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co so we weren't hungry, but I just wanted the shake. We got in line from the outside with about 3 people in front of us. Once we got up to the order window, staff was welcoming and helpful. After my curiosity questions LOL, I ordered the strawberry custard shake. They only have one size and it's a pretty decent cup size almost like a 28+ oz cup. The wait wasn't too long. We picked up our shake from the inside. They have inside and outside seating. We just stood at the outside bar-like table. I was so looking forward to the custard texture and taste. Unfortunately, it was not as custardy as I would have preferred. It tasted more milky than custardy. Nevertheless, it was still a good shake. Would I get it again? Maybe. Anyway, they are known for their burgers and fries. I don't eat beef anymore so it doesn't do me any good, but they do have a veggie burger. They also have chicken sandwiches and hot dogs. Besides shakes, they also have floats, ice cream sundaes, and something called concretes (maybe it's a thick shake). Menu is not massive... just enough of basic coverage! =) If you're hungry for burgers, fries, drinks, and more, this is the place to hit at the Santa Monica Pier!

Cheeseburger x 2 + hot dog

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Great burger with a wonderful view. Fries were amazing and service was fast and friendly.

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Is breakfast still served?

Good Morning Emily, Yes we serve breakfast all day.

Do they serve anything birthday related?

You can turn any of their sundaes and custard into a celebratory dessert!! They have the best concretes ever - I always create my own :)

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Father's Office - Office Burger

Father's Office

3.8(3.3k reviews)
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this is a popular little bar known for their delicious burgers. i went in expecting an overhyped…read morespot but oh boy was i wrong. i was in love at first bite. we went at a not so busy time but you order at the bar and will have to fight for a table since it's a small place. since it's a bar setting you must be 21+ to enter and they do check ID's. there is no parking lot but free parking is available in residential areas or street parking nearby. i'd highly recommend this place but it is a bit pricey. The Office Burger maybe even life changing, this burger was savory, sweet, and had the perfect balance of textures. with caramelized onions, bacon, arugula and gruyére cheese, this is a must get. Pork Belly Al Pastor the braised pork belly was so tender it fell apart when we touched it. paired with the tangy pineapple salsa and the grits sope it sat on top of, this dish was elevated and hearty at the same time. Frites in a Basket these thin fries were tossed in a garlic parsley aioli and served with a side of a special mayo like dip. each fry was perfectly crispy and the aioli with the mayo dip paired so well together that we had to physically stop ourselves from finishing the entire basket in one go.

This is different than your typical restaurant, this feels more like a bar style restaurant. You…read moreorder it at the bar and when a table becomes available, you can take it. However, sometimes that means that a two top is sitting at a four top. They are very quick about turning tables around though constantly cleaning and picking up dishes so people leave faster. Food wise, not bad the burger was a little greasy but full of flavor. The tots were not bad. Just wish they were a little crispy and a little bit more tangy from the vinegar. Lastly, the crispy fish sandwich was decent. Overall I would rank this place a six out of 10.

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The many many taps!

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THE OFFICE BURGER

Father's Office - The Office Burger - Juicy beef patty, soft mini baguettes, melted Gruyère and blue cheeses, caramelized onions, and fresh arugula.

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The Office Burger - Juicy beef patty, soft mini baguettes, melted Gruyère and blue cheeses, caramelized onions, and fresh arugula.

Black Sheep Burgers - Cali (Katsu) Chicken Burger

Black Sheep Burgers

4.5(741 reviews)
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Went to Black Sheep Burgers for lunch today. Don't be fooled by the name. They do not have any…read morelamb burgers. Although Black Sheep Burgers has a vast selection of hamburgers (they probably should have called the place Black Cow Burgers) I had a Chicken Katsu sandwich. It was very good. I liked the option of being able to decide what I wanted or didn't want on my sandwich when ordering. I don't like avocados, so I ordered my sandwich without avocados. There are also a vast number of sides to order if you are very hungry. I was tempted to order the 40's french fries, but the sandwich was enough for me. Professional eaters probably would have ordered several sides. There is a large seating area outside. I sat outside. Other than the traditional problem with eating outside (your napkin, like the answer, may blow in the wind) since Black Shep Burger gave me several napkins, it wasn't a problem.

Food was good, but overpriced and difficult to park safely…read more First off, great taste, but we were on a museum visit which brought us to the area, so we avoided usual staples in the area that are more value for the money. It's in the sawtelle area near Olympic and predominantly Japanese food spots. Service was friendly but in this economy, not a good value. The burger prices should come with fries. 70$ for 3 people was too steep for what you get

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Cali Chicken Burger

Black Sheep Burgers - Double Double (minus tomato and onions as requested by the six year old)

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Double Double (minus tomato and onions as requested by the six year old)

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