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    Swagyu Burger

    4.3 (185 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:47 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Jenina M.

    We tried Swagyu Burger near the Lido area of Newport Beach, and honestly, it was just okay. For a place advertising wagyu beef, the burgers were overpriced and the patties were extremely thin. The buns were so dense and bready that the actual burger flavor got completely lost. The soda fountain was broken during our visit, so drinks were only canned or bottled. The sides were massive and our server was nice--but she was the only one working so service was a little slow. The ambiance was not ideal for a party larger than 2 people because the small round tables were bolted down and could not be connected. Another annoying thing was the radio was blasting SO, SO loudly that we could not hold a conversation. We had to ask the worker to turn it down, it was so loud. With so many great burger spots in the area where the flavor of the meat actually shines, I don't think I'd return. This place didn't live up to the wagyu hype.

    Nichole C.

    The place has GREAT reviews.. but for me and my gang it really fell short for us. The bun was so much bigger than the meat so a couple of us picked the buns off and just ate the meat because it was just TOO MUCH bread. The fries are good though. One of us got the pork belly burger but that piece was also so big it was impossible to eat it on or with the burger so he ate it on the side. There's just way better burgers out there, and the service was great. Just was a miss for us.

    John S.

    Swagu Burger in Newport Beach: where the name promises a party, but the fryer decided to go out with a bang. I tried the quarter-pounder burger, and while it was a solid contender, it didn't quite step into the ring with the heavyweight champs of the local burger scene. Unfortunately, their fryer had a meltdown (caught on fire), so I couldn't sample the shoe string Wagyu fries I'd been eyeing online. For me, it's a one-and-done. Good burger, but not a game-changer. On to the next burger adventure! Tip: you can park in the small lot for free next to center as it's free for suite A-F (YES) with a dozen slot spots, or if full you can just use the adjacent pay lot.

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    Jonathan B.

    Smash burgers and salty fries, what's not to like? The cheeseburger was smashed, nice and messy just the way I like it. The sweet potato fries came out piping hot, and freshly fried, I love it! Kudos to the chef! This fast casual burger spot is super close to the beach. Parking can be a little tricky, but luckily there was plenty of spaces today.

    Dav E.

    Amazing burgers wagyu done right! Me and my business partner stopped in for lunch and had the OG Swagyu burgers and wow, they were on point. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and super satisfying. You can really taste the quality of the Wagyu beef. Juicy, rich, and done just right.

    Devoney A.

    Service: 5/5 Kevin helped us out and he was so friendly and helpful and just made our experience so much better! Food: 5/5 DELICIOUS burger so so good loved it can't wait to come back , fries were not my favorite Atmosphere: 2/5 , not great spots to sit not a very comfortable place for dinner

    Nijole T.

    The burgers here were excellent, and the service even better! They are so friendly and welcoming, not to mention extremely hard-working here. The prices are very fair, considering the quality of their items. We try a variety of their burgers and size and enjoyed all of them. The food was made to order quickly, portions were very generous, and everything was cooked perfectly. Highly recommended if you are looking for a filling and satisfying meal in the area, ideal for families with kids as well!

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    Amy B.

    This location of the famous Swagyu brand of wagyu-blend burgers is really a great asset to the Balboa Peninsula restaurant offerings... in fact, it's currently my favorite due to the great quality of ingredients (they are officially licensed/certified to sell burgers blended with the real A5 Japanese wagyu beef, which most wagyu establishments in the US don't have), the amazing dedication to consistency and quality, and the affordable options like the cheese burger I went for, although they also offer some premium burgers for premium pricing as well!! They also offer more than burgers, their menu is carefully crafted and I think the main reason they aren't getting much foot traffic is because of the relatively more remote location that Balboa Peninsula is compared to places like South Coast Plaza where I think Swagyu would easily become the favorite lunch spot of the masses should it relocate to there... right now the favorite of the masses there is Din Tai Fung but Swagyu offers a much more universal flavor profile with much better quality of ingredients and a much more relaxed vibe as well. Today, there was only one employee working so he had to tell us takeouts only as presumably he wouldn't be able to both take and make orders at the same time he'd clear tables and such. It was a tough schedule for him for sure but he was super positive and I really appreciated how hard he was trying to offer great customer service. The ambiance was super clean, everything was in its place, sunlight was filling into the establishment through the glass doors, and the kitchen was super professional too... a really top notch establishment that would see way higher sales by relocating to South Coast Plaza, I believe!! But for now, a wonderful part of the Balboa Peninsula community... even if people seem to have other things to do there!!

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    Jonathan R.

    This place was legitimately one of the best burgers I've ever had. And tallow fries , seriously fire. Very tasty and swaggy. Our order took a long time to come out of the kitchen, like over 40 mins , so the manager told us our visit was on them. Loved that they owned it - that part was the frosting on the cake. Great burgers and fries.

    Marty S.

    10/10!! Today I came into Swagyu burger for National Burger Day. I ended up getting the buy one get one free swagyu burgers... I highly recommend this place for the good food & service in Newport Beach

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    Kimberly H.

    We are out of towners but made it a point to stop by to try the Wagyu Fat Brownie Shake (we are a big fan of their wagyu burgers with the katsu) and so glad we did. This shake was incredible. Super creamy goodness made with real ice cream and with the brownie cooked to perfection. It was chewy, not soggy. They need to sell just the brownie! We recommended the burger to the guys that walked in and one stopped us to tell us that we were right because it's so incredible. The food is on the "higher end" in some peoples opinion but to us.....It's worth every penny. You truly get your monies worth because the quality and size is there. You definitely get what you pay for! Side note....The inside is small and casual so don't expect to bring a big crowd and have seating, unless you get lucky but if you come at the right time, you'll be fine!

    Denise H.

    Lots of hype here. I think if you're gunna throw down $ for wagyu, you don't want it in burger form when it's flavor is masked with ketchup. Not a fan of the burger buns they use - they are dry. Meat patties are small. Just wasn't a good bang for your buck! I did enjoy the french fries though!

    Dean P.

    Tired of all the fish in the area and need a juicy burger then this is the place. Tried this for the first time and came back the next day to have another. Really good meat and buns. They also have pup patties for doggies, I got a couple for mine and she loves them.

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    Fresh & hot, tasty food. I always appreciate a small menu done right. The customer service was very good as well.

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    delicious burger, great service. definitely coming back to try other burgers on the menu.

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    Pretty good burger. Bun is a little thick but other than that everything was pretty good. 4/5!

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    They shut down. Never open when they say they are. Been multiple times and its closed or tried on doordash and closed.

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