You know when you walk up and you can smell barbecue, that it's going to be good! They have a barbecue going that they cook all of their burgers on. I am super picky about fries so they get five stars on those alone. Not enough burger places offer a brioche bun, so that's a big plus. Also, I don't know any place that you can get grilled onions on every burger for no charge. I only like sauce on burgers, so again, five stars for their sauce. They always sports on or you can request to play one of their movies they have. Lastly, it's family run so you will never experience a grouchy cashier or server. A regular stop for my family for sure. read more

It's convenient (right outside of the lake of the pines front gates). A small clean & very little family owned restaurant. You HAVE to, PARK BEHIND THE BUILDING. Food is good. Customer Service could be more friendly, that's my only issue. They need to smile an and be excited when people come through the door. The last two times we've walked in and just stood there waiting for someone to come out and greet us. To me, Great Customer Service is key. But they did have good food which I appreciate. We will go for the 3rd time and see if their attitudes have changed for the better. My fingers are crossed because we'd love to give them more business and get the word of mouth out to the local community. read more

The Grind - Chili dog - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

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This little family spot is such a little gem for our community. They are huge supporters of the schools around here. The food is made fresh and it's delicious to boot. The owners couldn't be any kinder. If you haven't tried it you're missing out. read more

Let me tell you this is the best burger I've had in a long time with a side of homemade french fries nothing better than that.... This burger was huge meat quality was the best along with yummy special sauce and my favorite grilled onions .Also, the portions were ginormous!! Along with great food was great service very friendly, warm and inviting!!! 100% recommendation from me and I'm a foodie!!!!! read more

The Grind - Homemade french fries .....bomb!!!! - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

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First of all the owners are very kind and the restaurant itself has a cozy family type atmosphere. Everything I've tried has been yummy - delicious. They do a really good job with their house made ingredients. 5 stars all around from me! read more

The Grind - A1 Burger - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

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Update...Great ice tea...nice people...good dinning area and burgers are great. Sorry no pic wr ate em up too fast. Ha ! read more

Best burger in Grass Valley / Auburn by far! They make it all fresh, tons of specialty flavors, and you will go home full! Tried it out and my wife and I loved it and were surprised how much variety they had and how flavorful the burgers were. The place was full of art, sports, and nostalgia. The owners are super friendly and create a great atmosphere. Our new favorite. read more

The Grind - Specialty Burger - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

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One\nTo try something new This place is a place to go if you just want a good home cooked meal. Good conversation, good environment and again, family owned, give them a try. We did, and I'm there once a week. Also, have a good IPA. For you beer drinkers. read more

100% highly recommend and will definitely come back if we were ever in the area. The best burgers we have had in awhile. My husband and I had lunch here because our son was playing a sport tournament at the high school. I was so glad we stopped and had lunch here. The service was great. The food was fantastic and full of flavor. The A-1 chipotle sandwich was tasty but a little too sour for my liking. It was more sour than spicy. The Big D's Western Bbq Burger was delicious! The bacon stood out the most to me. It was thicker than the typical thin bacon and was full of flavor. It was so good we had to take our son back after the tournament to order him a Big D's burger. read more

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Wow the jalapeño popper burger. I had this evening was out of this world. Friendly and warm environment, it's a must!!!!!!! Ps Gary P is bitter because he didn't get a discount shame on him for trying to bash a small establishment also watch your step next time read more

Really enjoyed this place. They make some great, quality burgers -- easily one of the better I've had. Bun Is dense and reminds me a bit of in n out but better, and the beef is juicy and clearly great quality. Service is friendly, recommended! read more

The Grind - ABC burger - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

Really great food and service! Local, fun, casual. If you live in LOP you really should come here for lunch and dinner. So much better than the Sports Lounge and Club House! Better prices too! read more

5 stars, hands down! We stopped in at The Grind and ordered the BBQ Bacon Burger--and it did not disappoint! The burger was juicy, grilled perfectly, and the combo of sweet pineapple and grilled onions took it to the next level. The fries? Absolute perfection--hot, crispy, and just the right amount of salt. What really made the visit stand out was the customer service--so friendly and personable. You can tell they care about their guests. And the vibe inside? Super comfortable and the Bruin sports memorabilia throughout shows the Bear River pride. This place has everything you want in a great meal out. Can't wait to come back again soon! read more

The Grind - BBQ Bacon Burger - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

It is refreshing to see local businesses aspiring to a higher standard than their surroundings. As a local born and raised here I can honestly say that there isn't much nearby to compare The Grind to, they simply have some of the best burgers that I have ever had, and trust me I've had quite a few. The burgers are big! Very big. The buns are kind of thick, so the amount that they get toasted makes it kind of like a texture gradient when you bite into it, making the burger feel sturdy and soft, becoming just slightly chewier in the center.The first time in to The Grind, I asked for a double because i didn't realize that these were burgers built for vikings, which is a trait I have spent many years in search of. The second time in, they had a new Western BBQ burger which was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spiciness (jalapenos), and also had some kind of a tasty pineapple sauce. The spice levels were just right, it felt balanced. The coffees I had were also pretty good, at the very least better than starbucks. So far I have tried their cold brew, a frappe, and a double espresso. The cold brew honestly was a bit weak, but it was also delivered to me so I may need to try that one again. The frappe was good, they use Torani syrups which is fairly standard (I much prefer places that make their own syrups, it's not that hard! just a suggestion). The double espresso was also good, i didn't catch the brand of coffee they use but it wasn't over-roasted like typical starbucks-esque coffee shops. With my experience as a barista for 2 years and subsequent 8 years of coffee hobbyism, i can say that the double espresso alone was on par to a regular coffee focused shop, though it was a bit strange that their menu doesn't actually list the double espresso (and I was charged for a tea when i asked for one, since that price lines up with what a double espresso should be). Definitely has some interesting vibes since it is upstairs, and over a small bridge that overlooks a nice garden out front. Overall, a great experience, and I will be back to try the mushroom swiss burger, and probably more times in the future. read more

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The burger's are really delicious mushroom Swiss and the bacon barbecue bacon cheeseburger with jalapeños the sauce is mouthwatering. Makes you want to eat more homemade fries or just as good...... read more

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at The Grind last Sunday (June 22nd). The ABC Burger was by far one of the best hamburgers that I have eaten in years in the Grass Valley/Nevada City area. Bright flavors, perfectly cooked medium-rare, crispy bacon, fresh bun and toppings. Service was prompt and friendly. The staff politely and professionally checked on us several time during our meal. We will definitely return! One thing to note, front of The Grind does not face Combie Road. The front of the cafe and the nice outdoor patio is on the north side of the building, via Armstrong Road. read more

The Grind - Partial Menu - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

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Absolutely Amazing food, fresh always, and a very friendly atmosphere! Must try! Their fry's are just like Wiener works in Auburn that is no longer there! If you're from Auburn you should try The Grind! read more

Want a delicious meal while supporting local businesses? This is the perfect place to go! The owners are very kind, and have amazing service. The food is yummy and the fries are handmade. Will definitely be supporting this newer restaurant! read more

The Grind - Cheeseburgers & Handmade Fries - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

I absolutely love the grind. Family owned and operated, super friendly and great food! Relaxing place to sit back and enjoy!

drinks were great. Food was beyond messed up, i had ordered a burger with no tomato and no mayo, what the server was writing down well i was telling this to her i have no idea because i also was missing fries that had also not been added to my order. Service was extremely slow, i understand not being fast food but an hour and thirty minutes is insane waittime for 2 items. Staff was just straight up weird and awkward to talk to. we couldnt even ask for things to be fixed because the cook walked off before we could say anything, not even worth it to wait longer for him to come back since we had already been there for over an hour, hope yall can learn to work faster and to get requests right on the first try, having barely any orders to make and making them wrong is insane to me. read more

To say that this place is well worth the drive is an understatement. LOVED the food! Best burgers, onion rings, and banana split we've had in a long time!!! And the ambiance great local feel just what we wanted on a trip away. Owner/ Chef was so friendly and welcoming what an experience. my family and I were passing by and we got to sit in the Bruins room that was full of local memorabilia and added bonus they had live music too. Definitely will be back! read more

The Grind - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

Awesome new spot for Great food ! I had the Double bacon cheese burger That was prepared perfectly. Come hunger if you order this monster of a burger. Can't wait to try more items on my return visit. Keep up the great work guys !! Will share the love read more

I have been here many times for lunch, dinner, and after school snacks with my kids and it does not disappoint! Great burgers and flatbread and fries and they have a pita bread with house made tzatsiki sauce not on the menu but you can order it any time that is delicious! My kids love their Italian sodas and lemonades that you can pretty much get in any flavor you want as well as their lattes and chai teas. You can also get smoothies and for the adults they serve beer on tap and wine! They also have a refrigerator with grab and go snacks that are reasonable. The Grind is locally owned and one of the owners is a Bear River HS alumnus and has a room dedicated to the school's sports teams with lots of memorabilia to look at. If you're lucky, you might get to hear their very talented son play the keyboard! Very nice people! read more

Wow!!! We came to The Grind after Golfing with my friends, and we were glad that we stopped by. Big Ds western Burger was an explosions of flavor. It's a must have. Homemade fries were also good. Next time we are in the area, we will be coming back. Staff is nice and friendly. read more

This new little family owned restaurant is super close to LOP which makes it very convenient. They have a cute little place and are very friendly!' We can't wait to go back and try their hamburgers, we have heard they are amazing!! read more

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Really great food. I've enjoyed the burgers, the teriyaki chicken, steak dinner, and fettuccine with mushrooms. All are very tasty and scrumptious. read more

Poorest customer service, wrong ordered served to both my husband and I! Not the first time but thought of throwing a bone to a local business. Service, food quality and loud music from the kitchen probably contributed to our orders wrong. Then owner gave his political view which wasn't appropriate for the terrible circumstances of the day! Read the room! Wrong business for him! NEVER GOING BACK! read more

I need to go back to see if the service has improved. We ordered one coffee a side of fries and a burger. my friend received her burger and her fries. She said the burger was delicious. My coffee I ordered was to have been with almond milk. I received it with out, couldn't find the nice young person to get the milk. So I entered the kitchen and the chef gave me the carton. That was one mark off. Then my fries came after my friend finished her burger. Second mark off. I believe the young person up front should stick around to assist as the one chef in the kitchen obviously was not able to handle the servicing of food. I never saw the young person ever again. Our fries were not very good, a bit greasy and very thin. Also not hot. So, not giving a very nice review. Sorry. I'll definitely try visiting again but I have a sour taste in my mouth because of the service. read more

The BEST Swiss mushroom beef burger I have EVER eaten! I mean, juice-running-down-to-your elbows good. A gourmet brioche bun that had been thrown on the grill with diced onions, at least a 1/2 lb. perfectly cooked grilled beef burger (did I say juicy?), melted Swiss cheese and a HUGE amount of sautéed mushrooms, add a little mayo and good lettuce. MMMMmmm. Do realize the chef doesn't hurry because it takes a bit longer to get the perfect burger! I also choose a refreshing Italian soda from their dozens of flavors. There is only one problem with The Grind...it's hard to find. It's on the second level of the shops adjoining the Combie Mailbox. Go to the right, BEHIND the shops, take the one way lane up. There is plenty of parking where you will be on level with entrance to the restaurant. They have coffee and drinks for the morning, too. I will be back! read more

The Grind - Map - The Grind is at the back. - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

My dad and I stopped here for some much needed food after a round of golf at Darkhorse, and we were not disappointed. They have some great burger options on their menu that made it difficult to choose. I ended up going with the blue cheeseburger with fries, and my dad went with the teriyaki burger. Both burgers were delicious and grilled to perfection. The patty was quality and the toppings were farmers market fresh. We both left there satisfied and would definitely go back to try something else. The service was also great. We were able to speak to the friendly owners when we finished eating and learned that they are from the area. I'm happy that I have a new quality spot to eat at. Keep up the good work guys. read more

Just had the best dinner at The Grind. New menu with wonderful and diverse selections. We had the chicken and mushroom fettuccine and a world-class chili. Everything was fabulous and enough to take some home. Grateful for the consistently fabulous service and best in class cuisine. Thank you for another fabulous experience!!! read more

Absolutely loved our lunch at The Grind. My husband and I had the Big Ds western burger and the Bleu burger. Both were so so so good. My daughters had the pepperoni flat bread and a quesadilla. The fries were amazing. The owners were very friendly and I will definitely be back. read more

This place is Great!! It's pretty hidden away but easy to find. I got a cheese burger. It was super good!! I got it to go and they were very timely. Price was pretty average. $13 for a cheese burger. I'll be going back for sure! read more

We just moved to Auburn a month ago and have come here twice. The food is amazing and the owners/servers are warm and friendly. It has a small town, old school vibe and we ended up talking to everyone that was there, as if we were at a family dinner party! read more

Sat 5-17 Horrible service Poor quality , so so food Almost 1 hour wait for burgers 1 hour 10 minutes for inedible fries When I complained all I got was "oh your food is coming out now " 1 hour after ordering! I then had to wait another 10 minutes for cold, greasy thin French fries. All this delight for $75! Save your money and go anywhere else read more

We've been here twice now and have had a great experience with the coffee and breakfast items! Get the breakfast sandwich or the bagel! We've tried the iced and warm drinks and whatever flavor you get you can't miss! Family owned and great service! read more

The Grind - Lavender vanilla latte (iced) blue raspberry white mocha (warm) - Pizza Near Me - Auburn, California

Love The Grind!!! Fantastic burgers- so many choices, caring family and community oriented.

Just ordered food to go -- the onion rings and mushroom Swiss burger did not disappoint! The street tacos were excellent too. Great food and wonderful service. Highly recommend! read more

Good menu selections for lunch. The place is clean and the food prepared well and presented nicely. My souvlaki was picture perfect and delicious. Nice to be able to eat outside on a sunny day. read more

Great food in the Lake of the Pines area. I have had their Pizza, fries and hamburgers. Everything has been fantastic!