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    The Burger Bus

    4.2 (32 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    burger and puna fries

    Burger and fries were amazing!! I got the original burger and the puna fries. Everything tasted amazing and fresh right off the grill. Burger was perfectly cooked, juicy and packed with flavor. Fries were crispy and tasted amazing with cheese and grilled onions on top. Service was amazing. The owner was super nice and made sure food was made with love! Highly recommend to stop here when you're hungry!

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    The Burger Bus turned out to be a delightful surprise and a perfect reminder of why supporting local businesses is so important. At first, we were hesitant due to mixed reviews, but our hunger and a serious burger craving pushed us to give them a try --and we couldn't be happier that we did! Team Brenden & Amber truly delivered an exceptional experience, from their warm aloha welcome to spot-on food recommendations and great takeaway food adventure. They absolutely hit it out of the park! The Dynamite Fries truly make this place stand out from other burger joints. We went for the "fat" fries, smothered in their irresistible dynamite dressing--and wow! We started snacking on them on the drive home, but let's be honest... they never actually made it home. We devoured them! We also tried the double cheeseburger with grilled onions, and it did not disappoint! The buns were perfectly soft, and the patty was surprisingly flavorful. We had braced ourselves for a dense, frozen-tasting burger, but instead, we got something tender and downright onolicious! The fresh vegetable toppings were on-point. Brenden definitely has skills in the kitchen! The staff was warm and welcoming, effortlessly showcasing the aloha spirit. We're already looking forward to trying their other top pick--the Chicken Sandwich. But for now, we can wholeheartedly recommend the Double Cheeseburger & Dynamite "Fat" Fries.

    Christel T.

    Food is okay, fries were overcooked. Really wish there were more toppings and sauce. Bacon on the burger made the burger salty.

    Megan P.

    Friendly service, amazing fries and dope burgers. We happened upon the Burger Bus after a long day, and needless to say we will be back!

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    Christy K.

    Closest thing to in n out we've had in a long time. Tasty tasty! People working are always cool

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    I found the burger dry and cold. Fries were okay. Not sure how to improve, but maybe it is because it is a smash Burger

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    The burgers were stone cold, and the fries were certainly not " hand cut". Had one experience not so bad , but this last time bad.

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    1 year ago

    The smash burger was pretty good but didn't really care for the fries. I did appreciate that they brought out the order to our truck.

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    Great overall!!! Service, food, ambiance over the top !!! will come back soon. Prices are reasonable.

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    2 years ago

    Had to stop grab another great Double burger on the way home. Quick easy yummy! Great location when on 130 Pahoa rd!

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    2 years ago

    So far, IMO, best burgers on Hawai'i! love supporting local. I highly recommend The Burger Bus!

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    Food is decent but needs improvement, service is friendly and worth the dining experience alone, ambiance is well maintained and enjoyable.

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    Amazing food and amazing customer service the guy tonight took my order and even brought my order to the car when it was ready!

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