Sam's is always a solid for music, but 2nd time this year, poor waitresses have to pour their own drinks, tend bar AND wait tables! Owners...give these hard working women help...waiting 30 min for your table to be waited on is not cool either. Wake up Sam. Thanks P.S. Ashley rocks! read more

My coworker wanted to stop in and try this place out. This place is tucked away right by the Pearl. When we walked inside we were immediately greeted by staff. Staff were patient as we looked over the menu. We ended up ordering snacks and drinks. We ordered Frito pie, fried mushrooms and fries. We need to come back and try the burgers. Our food came out pretty quickly and staff brought it to our table. The place is pretty big despite its outside appearance. There is plenty of seating. There is fun decor throughout the restaurant. Everything tasted good and we were happy with our dinning experience. I would recommend and come back again. read more

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I had seen this business from the highway AND numerous times while leaving the Pearl! I honestly thought it was closed down because I hadn't heard much about it. To my surprise this is such a gem of a restaurant AND intimate music venue. I came here to see Anuhea last night and we arrived early to eat. We grabbed a quick meal and unfortunately didn't get to try the burgers, which means I WILL return to try the burgers. We quickly ate/shared fried pickles, fries and chicken tenders. Service was great! Pretty prompt despite how busy they were! It was a packed house!!Everything was delicious and I know the burgers will be top tier as well! Can't wait to return! Such a great restaurant and music venue!!! read more

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Kassandre was amazing in service, greeting and ensuring everything was perfect. The Bean Burger is always a great choice. We will return. Don read more

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This joint gets the fourth star from two things: the nostalgia vibe and obvious live music/entertainment space. Love the license plates, large oils company signed, old vinyl record covers, autographed photos, etc. Cool vibe. Ya know, I went to Sam's a couple of years ago ...I drive by it every day...and occasionally wonder how a self proclaimed "burger guy" like myself hasn't been back. Now I remember. It's the price. Plain and simple. Look, like I said, I'm a burger guy. It's my favorite thing to eat - so I'm tough on burger places. The burger was good. The fries were hot and perfectly cooked - good and crispy. But, I left hungry. There are definitely bigger burgers out there...and larger portions of fries. The $15 price tag ...plus the $5 to add fries and a drink. To steep for what you get. Service was fine. It's your basic stand to order... you face that awkward tip request on the screen before you even sit...you get a number and sit...routine. They do bring your food, and you don't buss your table...so there's that. read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Bacon cheddar burger - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

The burger itself was good -- juicy and flavorful. They advertise it as 1/2 lb, but honestly, it didn't quite seem that big. The place has a cool, laid-back shack vibe, which we liked. But here's the issue: the pricing just doesn't make sense. The burger alone is $15 with no sides. Then it's another $4 for a small side or $9 for a large, plus $2 for a drink. You're easily looking at close to $30 for a basic cheeseburger meal. Even with their "combo" deal (adding fries and a drink for $5), it still comes out to about $25 after tax and tip -- way too steep for what you get. The queso and salsa really need improvement -- its definitely canned nacho cheese or Velveeta, and it's $10 for that? Definitely disappointing. It's a shame because the burger itself is great! If it were $15 with fries and a drink included, I'd have no complaints. Unfortunately, with these prices, we won't be back. read more

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I love this venue. I've been here so many times for band concerts. They always have quite a few of my favorite bands play here. Nice little outdoor spot to hang out. Service is okay. Never had any food here. Drinks, definitely. read more

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Average but at least they have military discount. I think it's weird to pay & tip before you're served. The thin lady bussing the tables is very nice. read more

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Stopped in at Sam's on Friday night a couple of weeks ago. I left this review on Google, but it never posted..so I'm putting it here. There was a couple entering directly behind us carrying a basket. As we (my party) approached the counter to place our order, the other couple walked to the bar over to the left. The tall lady with tattoos was cleaning the tables...never acknowledged us, walked passed us at the register and went to the couple with the basket. Turns out there was a kitten on the basket and the tattooed lady along with another female staff member were playing with the kitten and never acknowledged my party. That was very rude to totally disregard customers standing at your register, and ultimately unsanitary to have a non-service animal being petted in an environment where food is to be served. I waited approximately 30 seconds to see if anyone of the staff members would even acknowledge the fact that I was standing in front of them...and they proved my point for me...Contact me if you feel you need to. read more

Had a great lunch at Sam's Burger Joint in San Antonio! The ladies at the register were super friendly and helpful, sharing their personal and fan favorites with us. We went with the mushroom Swiss burger and fried pickles--both were absolutely delicious! The vibe was awesome, even with a few large lunch groups--it still felt laid-back and enjoyable. The music was on point, and the quirky decor added to the fun. We were dining with someone visiting from out of town, and one of the staff kindly shared the story behind the photos and history on the walls, which made the experience even better. We can't wait to come back and show our out-of-town guest what Sam's is like during a concert--especially now that we know their venue next door fits up to 400 people! read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Was greeted as soon as we walked in. Super kind staff. Food was good, nothing crazy special, but a delicious burger. The place itself is filled with tons of posters, license plates, etc - pretty cool vibe. Definitely kid and dog friendly. We sat inside, but they have a patio area with outside seating. The food was kind of expensive, for two people we paid about 50$ for a burger, fries and a drink. read more

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Had a good experience at Sam's burger. The burgers were good. The service was great. The ambience was nice. Very cute location. The staff were very friendly. The food was a bit pricey considering it's served in black plastic baskets. We paid $51 for a patty melt, a burger, chips and queso, fries and small sweet teas. #teamChrispen read more

What a fun and delicious meal. The bacon burger and jerk chicken sandwich were flavorful and cooked to perfection! Holy cow, the onion rings and fried pickles had a perfect crunch and just the right amount of salt. The tater tots were great also. We were there early in the day and a steady stream of happy customers flowed through, that's how you know it's good. Loved the ambiance and the staff was very friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back! read more

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I've been to Sams probably 30 times and each time have a good experience with minor changes in quality. My issue now is the concert venue. We saw Greg Koch (guitarist) and while we usually sit in the back facing the stage in booth 5 or 5, this time we were in Booth 2. The subwoofer and the kick drum mics were so loud that we couldn't hear the band. The entire booth was shaking and when the organ player hit bass notes it was even worse. We had to leave about an hour into the show because the sound was so bad. That's the first time this has happened and I'm assuming it was due to the booth location so a warning to others! read more

Nestled amidst three bustling streets, this hidden gem beckons with its unmistakable charm. Despite its modest size, the venue boasts both indoor and outdoor seating, accommodating around 20 to 30 patrons. A glance inside reveals a well-stocked bar, perfect for indulging in libations while tapping your feet to the rhythm of live music. The open kitchen concept adds an exciting flair as you witness skilled chefs craft your culinary delights. From the warm greetings of the staff to the camaraderie among guests, the atmosphere exudes warmth and hospitality. After perusing the menu, I opted for the bacon cheddar burger accompanied by a side of chili cheese tots. While the flavors were fresh and delightful, the canned cheese on the tots fell short of expectations. Use a better & fresh cheese. Nevertheless, the Angus beef used in all burgers is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor--a testament to the establishment's commitment to quality. For those traversing this charming neighborhood, a visit to this establishment promises an evening of delectable bites, soulful melodies, and unforgettable memories. read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

What a tasty burger! I had the cheaper bacon burger with fries and it was awesome! Our wait staff was super helpful and friendly. Sent compliments to the chefs in the back as the burger was cooked just right and moist. Love the feel of the inside with the music posters and album covers. Comfortable seating at the bar and plenty of space. Now interested in the music line up. Will have to look into that next as I will be back! read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Cheddar with onion rings and a bacon cheddar with fries. - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I would say avoid this place if you don't want to end up paying $50-$70 for just two people. Way over priced for the food they give you. Other places got better burgers for a a lot less. read more

Came here during lunch with coworkers. Not my choice but I was pleasantly surprised by my order. No the Jamaican Jerk Samwich wasn't authentic jerk, at least the jerk I've had. It was just a very flavorful, well done and seasoned piece of chicken. The tots were just normal tots, not great but not bad. We did order nachos. These were also just ok. The place is pretty cool, and had a great time looking all over the walls and ceiling. My rating is mostly for just my order, as I can't pick off my coworkers plates like I do with family. Next I will bring them and try other items. read more

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9 outta 10. The blonde lady at the register could smile a little more and they could be a little more efficient but other than that, I went to eat so the food didn't disappoint me. read more

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Nice big burgers that don't skimp on the toppings or the taste. An unintended trip led me back to Sam's Burger Joint after a long hiatus. It was a good experience, as much as it was in the past. I love their bean burger, but this time I went with the guacamole Jack Burger. It came loaded with lots of guac' and a huge piece of cheese that pretty much wrapped the burger. I always love their sweet potato fries, but they also have tater tots, regular fries, and fried pickles. Next time I will re-investigate their fried pickles. I got street parking for a quarter (yep, 25¢) for the hour. They have a small bar, but I was in uniform and decided to quench my thirst in bottomless Texas sweet tea, that I transitioned to an Arni Palmer on our way out. If I had the opportunity, I would certainly return to hang out for the live music entertainment that Sam's is known for. I'm glad I got a chance to revisit Sam's. It's a good place for fun and a good burger. read more

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Lower your prices. More places in area to go to during burger week but we came here and read more

Sam's Burger Joint - These burgers are not worth 44 go elsewhere - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Came here on a Wednesday afternoon easy parking, wasn't busy but sadly very disappointing. Which is a shame as we really wanted to like this place. The service was sub par, the food was way too greasy I had to tilt my burger so all the grease could drip out super gross it seemed like nothing had flavor or seasoning at the very least could have used salt we ordered two cheddar burgers one was suppose to be bacon cheddar but the cashier got it wrong so we got two cheddar burgers, guacamole burger and a mushroom Swiss burger we tried sweet potato fries regular fries onion rings and an order of fried mushrooms.. it was a total of four people dining and we all said the same thing way too greasy and no taste on any of it maybe they forgot about the salt and pepper lol so in conclusion this place is making it to our never again list read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Burgers were great! Half pound with great buns. We also tried the fries and fried pickles. No complaints. You order at the counter. Fun, casual environment. It wasn't busy on a Friday night, but did take a while for our food to come out. A tad pricey for burgers. I'd recommend the kiddie burger (1/4 pound let with fries) for more value if that's enough food for you. read more

Sam's is in the regular lunch rotation and the burgers and service are the reason why. Can't go wrong with the mushroom Swiss or their eclectic burgers of the month. The stamped buns are buttery soft. The beef is thick and juicy. What more can you ask for from a local burger spot? read more

Not impressed with the quality of the food. This is our second time. Was really looking forward to having a burger like we did the first time. Bacon was very undercooked and chewy. The buns were falling apart, where they were so soggy. Everything was very bland and did not have any flavor at all. I would have rated it a one star, but I have to give credit to the skinny tall lady who was cleaning the table. She was super sweet. Definitely not on our must have us for next visit to SA! read more

Great spot. Stopped en route to Austin to get a break from the holiday traffic and it couldn't have been more perfect. The ambiance alone is worth the trip. As it's a "Burger Joint", we obviously got the lasagna... ...kidding, it was the time and place for burgers so dagnabbit - we got burgers. The burgers and fries were excellent and the service was friendly and fast. I will definitely be stopping through when in SA. This place ticks all the right marks: superb site, fantastic food, awesome ambiance, and friendly folks. The trip has made me insufferably alliterative. read more

Not at all regarding the food...which is good! I mean let's be honest...it's a burger...but a good one. This is an historic music venue! Go there in any given night, and very possibly see a band who one day will be on the national stage!! This is an iconic venue, great place, staff, seating, drinks! This is what the Armadillo World Headquarters once was in Austin! See for yourself! read more

Not very impressed the couple times eating here. Food was plain, flavorless and disappointingly small portioned. The price was eye gouging for the small size of food ordered. read more

I ordered a burger with cheese and with avocado slices and a Coke. Not only did I not get my avocado slices. My burger was raw all the way through. I will be posting pictures of this ugly burger that I paid money for it was horrible. I'm very upset and disappointed and I ordered from this place thinking it was gonna be great I was so wrong. It took over an hour for me to get my food just to have it delivered raw. I'm very pisst off!!! read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Raw ugly soggy hamburger - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Burger was good, onion ring's while they were good, they were given to me cold. I wanted Diet Coke but, it tasted like Root beer. I opted for unsweet tea which was good. Service is excellent and your food comes out fairly quickly. I hadn't been there in several years, so it was nice to go back and grab a burger again. I would go back for food or a concert / stand up show as I have in the past. read more

7/10 Got two cheddar burgers and the burgers are really good. I would say a 7/10 . I don't care for the pickles and the mustard so I probably wouldn't do that again. But that's just personal preference. The fries are really good . The fried pickles are in spears , the batter is really good, but I probably wouldn't get them again. The sweet tea is good and the soda drinks are good too . Overall, I still would give this 7/10 read more

We really enjoyed our burgers. The burgers were huge and delicious. The staff was friendly and fast.

I had their chicken sandwich, it was very good and tasty. The atmosphere was pleasant and the service was quick. This was my first time eating here and it wont be the last time. The decorations are awesome and the picture collection is amazing. Stop on by and eat some good food! read more

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Really fun vibe inside, friendly staff, and awesome happy hour! Definitely need to visit this place again read more

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If you're looking for a burger joint this is the place to go! The burgers are good and the atmosphere was fun! The cons: the space to sit is limited and because we went around 4pm the line to order was a little long! The food however came out pretty quickly and was nice and warm! The burger was good but I wouldn't rate it great! The service was GREAT and the drinks from the bar were on point! Overall a good little place to grab a quick bite to eat! read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

this was my first time trying this place I'm not big on burgers, I wasn't too hungry, so I got the trio sliders and I actually thought they were very good. There was one called the bean burger and it was my favorite. The fried mushrooms were really good as well. The ladies were very nice. The place is very cute in the inside. I will definitely be back to try something different. read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Sams Slider Trio - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Remember the following details about Sam's Burger Joint: Sam's Burger Joint is more than just a place for food and drinks; it's also a lively music venue. Although I wanted to buy tickets to see the talented performers, I decided against it due to the heat, as it's an outdoor venue. On our recent visit, we opted for an affordable burger but later realized that checking the specials board might have offered better options within our budget. The staff is friendly and willing to help you decide what to order. It's advisable to ask for their favorite dish, as they are the experts. The air conditioning is so effective that I felt the need to put on a sweatshirt, which is very unusual for me. Parking can be challenging during peak hours. Upon entering, you review the menu, place your order, receive a number, and then seat yourself. Alcoholic drinks and food are brought to your table, while self-service is available for soda and tea. The atmosphere is laid-back and friendly, while the food we tried was good quality, flavorful, and reasonably priced. In an era of soaring prices, Sam's Burger Joint provides a genuinely affordable dining option without compromising on food quality. Give it a try! read more

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The wings are too thin. But burgers are probably better. Service was good. Ambiance was fine. I would go back and try something different. read more

Don't order anything if there is a large crowd after you! Tonight all i got was "sorry I know it's been sitting here a longtime....enjoy your meal! Ya for cold horrible food!!! Soggy bread, soggy fries, and an order that everything we ordered was wrong! IT WASN'T EVEN THAT BUSY ‍ I guess just beware!! read more

First time trying this place and definitely would go back! Good burgers, good onion rings , good service. Good atmosphere and music. read more

Sam's Burger Joint - Fried jalapeño burger & rings - Music Venues Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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