Roake's, a place where all is still right with the world. The bang for your buck here coupled with the ambiance, will make you pinch yourself to make sure you're not in the 1960's. I mean we are talking crazy cheap prices and they aren't skimping on the serving sizes. Roake's and hotdogs are apparently inflation proof. Just a super simple and classic menu here. Go with your gut, and then fill your gut for a very fair price. The milkshakes are top tier too. You order fries and then you're like, did you mean to give me this many? This place is truly legendary. In 20 years you'll still probably be able to make yourself full here for under $10. (4.7 Stars) read more

Roake's - Footlong Coney, fries and malt - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

One of the best little burgers I've ever had! Phenomenal! The coney dog is better with cheese in my opinion. Great spot! They now take debit and credit cards!!! Staff is always super nice! read more

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This is a roadside diner near the main building of the Oregon Humane Society. I had fries, burger, and a shake. There were a lot of fries. So many that it makes a statement on its own. Thank goodness I wasn't dining alone. Service was great. read more

Roake's - mushroom swiss burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

It's only gotten better. Now they take credit cards also have added a Happy Hour Menu ! Unbelievable service with reasonable prices! We'll continue to go there when nearby. read more

Roake's - Clean diner. - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The service was helpful and did their job. The restaurant was clean and an easy location. Now I bet you're asking why a 3? This was my first time here so I decided to order the BBQ bacon burger ( something that looks familiar) I believe my rating is strictly preference only. The food was not bad, but it was definitely not something I would eat again. The burger was very big, which is great. The bacon was cut up and not just slices which is even better. My problem was as there was so much barbecue sauce I couldn't taste anything else. There was so many sautéed onions on top of the sandwich that even trying to take a bite the sandwich would fall apart. My perspective is there's way too many onions on there otherwise I hope this fits somebody's preference. read more

Roake's - BBQ bacon burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I would not take kids there. !!! Old man who works there basically kicked us out because our children touched the suction cups on the door that holds the open sign and he said that we didn't realize how much work it takes for them to line those up perfectly so we apologized and went outside and sat at the picnic tables. Then he came out and yelled at us because the kids were standing on the bench of the picnic table.. he asked if he was being unreasonable and we said yes, and then he lost his mind . Very unpleasant experience trying to give our kids a treat after school. We will never return and I'm sure he's totally happy about that . read more

Nice staff. Very cool vintage 50's style diner. Cool spot to bring your classic car and grab a burger, fries and beer. Super clean building in industrial part of Portland. Plenty of parking with a Country Coffee in same parking lot. Affordable priced compared to fast food and restaurants. read more

Roake's - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Dear Carnivores, you should not trust me, a Vegetarian, to tell you about burgers and hot dogs, so I'm only talking to my fellow veg-heads here: Raoke's has the best example of a garden burger done diner-style that I have ever found - big, fluffy, fresh bun, generous fresh lettuce, tomato and excellent dill pickle slices, perfectly dressed with a pretty darn good house-made veg-burger patty. The retro diner vibe is cool and the servers are also fresh and friendly. The prices are also retro - like I'm back in 2005 rather than 2025 - $8.75 for burgers, $3.75 for a huge basket of fresh cut fries (suck it, McD's, where a processed-potato medium cup of fries is $3.79 ), and $5.75 for a hand-scooped perfect chocolate malt (and many, many other flavors). There is so much to love about Roake's, it will be a regular stop for me when I am in this corner of Portland. read more

Wonderful cheeseburgers and chili! Darling throwback diner. Very reasonably priced. Friendly customer service.

4 stars, but adding an extra for the service. I walked in at closing and was told by an employee the kitchen was closed. The owner came out as I was about to leave and asked what I wanted. I have a 3 hour wait on work for my car and this is the only food nearby that I could see. The fries and the fry sauce are super good too. read more

Best burger I've had. Been coming for over a decade. The new owners have really cleaned it up, regardless an amazing hole-in-the-wall spot. 11/10 read more

Got the Coney dog. I don't know what the sauce was supposed to be other than very messy. The hot dog is just okay. Not recommended by me

Oh, Roake's you QUALITY neighbor, you magnificent meat mirage in the heart of NE Portland along the restaurant barren desert of food quality! I stumbled in here expecting a quick bite, I work next door at Trailer City, but left with a full belly, a side of existential burger envy, and the firm belief that if burgers were a religion, this spot would be the Vatican. Like a hipster speakeasy for carnivores, it's the kind of place where the line snakes out the door at lunchtime, but you don't mind because the smell of sizzling patties hits you like a flirtatious wink from a grill god. Let's talk the star: the Deluxe Double Bacon Burger. You get a double-stack of juicy, grass-fed beef bliss, smashed thin and crispy-edged like it just escaped a patty Thunderdome. Topped with melty American cheese, bacon galore, onions that add a zingy plot twist, and their house sauce--think thousand island's cooler, sassier cousin--it arrives on a squishy potato bun that's basically a hug for your hands. I took one bite and whispered, "This is what Keanu Reeves' burger would taste like if he directed a rom-com." Sides? Go for the fries--crispy, sea-salted perfection that doesn't need ketchup to shine, unlike my ex's personality, but bring a friend to share. The vibe? Dive-bar chic meets fever dream: American Graffiti meets Portland punk, Service is brisk but warm. Real Good People!!! Pro tip: Come hungry, leave enlightened. If you're in the neighborhood (and by neighborhood, I mean anywhere within a 20-mile radius of good sense), Roake's isn't just a burger joint--it's a reminder that life's too short for sad fast food. Five stars, because why settle for "fine" when you can have "freakin' phenomenal"? Would recommend to friends, foes, and that one uncle who still uses a flip phone. read more

Roake's - Roake's On NE Columbia Blvd. - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Roakes does a great job in improving our neighborhood. The building is well kept, the parking lot is always clean, newly striped, building freshly painted., and the the attention to detail is noticed and appreciated. Great business. read more

Freshly made food, excellent service and clean eating space indoor and outdoor. They now have Happy Hour 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Also food to go! read more

Classic diner vibes. Burgers, shakes, the works. They just started taking card so easier to pay now read more

Roake's - Menu - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Loved this throw back lunch spot famous for their snappy hot dogs. Cash only, so be prepared. Very friendly service and you can tell this is a spot where people are regulars. The foot long hot dogs were spot on with a snap and super soft bun. The platter of fries was humungous, so be prepared to share with a crowd. Neon, music and black & white booths made the place tranformed you back in time. read more

Roake's - Platter of fries! Huge! - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Roakes, where have you been all my life? Delicious coney dogs, chili dogs, malts, shakes, and super fries! Portions are big (especially chili boat and fries) but prices are so reasonable that I don't feel obligated to eat everything. This place is fabulous! read more

Roake's - Coney, regular dog and malt. - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Stopped in here on a Saturday. I've driven by this location on Lombard for decades. I was craving a chili burger and figured Roake's has to have that on the menu. Sure enough they did. I couldn't even finish it all (almost did), I was full beyond the usual burger sit down. Burger was good & exactly what you'd want out of one. We also ordered a regular fry (which was huge) I probably ordered the wrong thing, because I got a Rockstar along with the chili burger when I should have ordered a malt. In fact when I stop in again, I'm going to order up a malt along with one of their doubles. The sit down experience actually was memorable. Usually you drop into a place and it's alright, no complaints, but it's nothing that you'll be thinking about the next day (or week) This was different. The music was all 1950s (what would have been KISN FM), the layout & personality seems like it shouldn't exist anymore (especially in NE Portland) Best way to describe it would be the place felt authentic, which it is (beyond being on that stretch of Lombard forever) No reinventing the burger wheel either (with truffle this, or smash that) - for the first time since I can remember, I honestly felt like I was in the old Portland. What I assume was the manager (perhaps owner) was super friendly and made it a point to convey how he wanted you to enjoy your visit. Really the entire experience was above and beyond what I expected upon leaving. And I can't imagine what its like to run any sort of business in Multnomah county these days (props for that alone) This is one of those local places that's being run right & needs to stick around. Highly recommend both food and experience. read more

Like the Siren's Song, Roake's calls to me! Their Coney Dog is a masterpiece of culinary simplicity. The balance of the chili sauce, mustard and onions is perfect on their custom made hot dog. The burgers are good too, but those Coney Dogs sing to me! read more

BEST burgers & fries EVER!! Been eating here for years. Never disappointed! McDonald's, Burger King ,Carl Junior's don't hold a candle to them. read more

Good food. Nice dogs. Seems like decent quality Frankfurters... And the chili topping was tasty and fresh.

Food is awesome. Service is far above everyone else. Atmosphere is really fun . Staff is steady. Same wonderful servers year after year. Generation after Generation. read more

Doug the owner is awesome and so nice! the burgers and milkshakes are great. the fries are spectacular! read more

My family has been coming here for as since I could remember. My great great grandpa took my grandpa, my grandpa took my dad and my dad took me every Saturday growing up. Please never get rid of your original coney sauce I would DIE. Coney fries FOR LIFEEE read more

Good food, similar to fast food only better while competitively priced. Fast service. Close early and after 2pm they have a happy hour reduction on certain items. Fifty's to seventies ambiance. read more

Waste of money and the service is trash. Fire the kids and hire people that can actually do there job read more

Love the food and pleasant service here. Their Coney Sauce is my favorite...anywhere! Have for years! The only complaint is that they serve Pepsi! :-) read more

Amazing koni Island Dog and koni fries yummy experience and amazing family vibes. Highly recommend checking it out read more

Roake's - Long Island Coney Dog and Coney Fries - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Good lunch with me and the workers of pdx. A long lasting establishment. Great service and loved my chili dog Cheers! read more

Roake's - Lunchtime - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Everything was great. Food tasted yummy. Whippy burger, mushroom Swiss burger, basket of fries and a long Coney hotdog. We will definitely be back. read more

Very friendly service and fun vibe! We recommend to all our friends in the area for a classic coney dog & burgers!

Delicious and affordable! The host was very nice and welcoming. Just wish they were open longer!

Good burgers, fast service, cash only A review needs to be at least 85 characters............ read more

What a great way to start 2021, with 5 stars! Why is Portland not known as the hotdog capitol of the world yet? We have Otto's (top 10 in US), Olympia Provisions, Japanese/Korean style dogs at Kemuri (must review soon...), Zach's Shack... and now I add this to the list of honor..., so good! $5 for a footlong, nice. Good, friendly service to boot. Got one with mustard, sweet relish and onion (of course!). The dog was meaty and had the exact right flavor. The casing had a bit of stretch to it more than a snap, but you knew there was a casing there, for sure. The bun was really excellent, held up perfectly, was toasted nicely. Secret: On the way out, I asked if I could buy some dogs for home, uncooked. There was some confusion as, apparently, nobody asks for that. Well, that all got sorted and I brought home six really nice footlongs for $9, which is quite reasonable for good footlongs that are about twice the size of a normal dog. I had gotten lost on a bike ride and this was a happy accident. Not sure I can make it all the way out here often, but I will definitely be back for a dog and for some more to bring home. Thank you, Portland! read more

Now there's this hamburger stand 30 minutes from my place Used to go for the best Coney dogs around That was until I met this Short order chef, eyes deeper than sound She wore a black apron like a silk nightgown Heat from the grill made her face glisten The sweat on her face showed the rosey cheeks Them work pants couldn't hide the love in them hips Call it bad taste, but this girl was the shizz It's the way that dark hair and blue bandana covered up her ear Had me asking why she was even working here Tattoos on the fingers and smirk on her face Great food and pretty girl Better know this guy will be back read more

Great food Great Vibes. staff is very friendly. great prices and plenty of space to park. if you like friendly family spots this is for you!! read more

Cash only when some chains aren't even accepting cash anymore is a bit of a pain, but 5 stars regardless- good value, excellent food, quick service, and generous portions on sides. Waited way too long before I tried this place- perfect for lunch! Had the coney dog and will definitely be back for more! read more

Nice people. Quick service and great food! What more could you ask for - nothing! Make sure you stop by and visit them. read more

This place was amazing! Extremely reasonable in pricing a great service. Fast serving with quality food! 10/10 recommend! The ambience was so cute 1950's feel! read more

Roake's - Mushroom Swiss burger Deluxe burger Coney fries - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Oregon