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    The Red Onion

    4.1 (484 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Cheeseburger
    Edison H.

    I'm always a fan of these old school diners. They have decent amount of seating inside despite being a small diner. I ordered their cheeseburger with everything on it. They use mustard and mayo for sauce, which was a bit weird, but tolerable. I'd definitely skip the onions next time because they were overpowering to the point it was burning a bit. Everyone hyped up the fries but they're a bit too expensive for my taste. I did end up getting the Oreo shake though. I wish things were a bit cheaper but it's hard with inflation. Overall, thought this place was pretty decent so 4* it is.

    Lettuce wrap, bacon cheeseburger with avocado
    May K.

    I ordered a regular cheeseburger with extra cheese, bacon, avocado, and mushroom in my normal lettuce wrap with onion rings on the side! I would've included a picture, but I was so hungry. It was so good oh my God ! If you haven't been here yet you're missing out.!!!! Good food not overly greasy and great service with a parking lot even! I'm sorry, but it's time to take a nap LMAO!

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    Manny B.

    I stopped by The Red Onion as it's a short walk from my place and had their cheeseburger--it really hit the spot. The burger was flavorful, juicy, and had that classic, no-frills feel that just works. All burgers come with the works - lettuce, tomato, onion, mayonnaise, and mustard - cheese and other options (like bacon) are exra. The service was quick and friendly, which I appreciated, and the overall vibe of the place has a nostalgic charm--kind of like an old-school roadside diner. It's a little on the small side inside with limited seating. Overall, a solid spot for a casual bite.

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    Kymberly W.

    One of the best burger joints in the bay area. Been coming here ever since I was a kid. The burgers are made fresh on the grill and the french fries are fried to order. Everything comes out hot and fresh. Small quaint place with counter seats and a few table. The cook and the owner are very nice and accommodating no matter what you order. Do yourself a favor and if you're ever in El Cerrito, stop by and give it a try.

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    America F.

    Nice people that work there but the food is way overpriced. Nations is better and cheaper.

    Letsgo G.

    Found this place in Richmond Ca just by passing by. Let me get straight to the point. This place was clean! The griddle/flat top cook station was CLEAN and maintained clean as I was sitting there eating. The cook takes pride in what he does. The son of the owner also kept busy keeping things clean and tidy. Now on to the taste, the burger was real juicy, had good flavor and all the ingredients were fresh. Thier system on how the cook and put the food together works. All the food ordered is cooked to order and not precooked not even the fries. The bread is toasted when rhe order is placed. I'm telling you they have a solid system. Friendly, fast, clean staff and good flavor and tasty burgers. 4 out of 5 stars only because my sisters burgers are the standard at 5. Otherwise to visit these guys and eat a good burger.

    Lettuce wrap burger
    Kim B.

    Super friendly service. The chocolate milkshake was excellent, rich and creamy. The ham and cheese on sour sourdough was terrific. There was lots of cheese and the sourdough had a good tang. The fries were hot. I had a lettuce wrapped burger. The burger fit the lettuce. It was not too drippy. The restruant is small but they have tables and counters to sit at. Everything seemed clean. They have a regular customer base and a popular.

    Simba G.

    Absolutely great quality burgers! Fries are also great. I will return. I had not been to The Red Onion since I use to go to their location in Pinole about 20 years ago. Was my go to in HS.

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Bart F.

    The Red Onion serves a solid cheeseburger burger with all the fixings - lettuce, tomato and onion. Cooked rare as desired. Note a 4% fee is charged for credit or debit card usage.

    Gross chilli fries. They melted the cheese on the grill lmao. Separately

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    I have been coming here for years. Everything is great. I really enjoy the homemade potatoes that come with breakfast.

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    Enjoyed my burger and fries. Very unpretentious working class place. Zero hipster vibes. The potatoes were cut by hand and delicious.

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    2 years ago

    I've tried their cheeseburger, turkey burger and chicken sandwich and they are delicious! Don't forget an order of the fries!

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    2 years ago

    Food was excellent we stopped by it twice on way to Home Depot and each time the burger and onion rings were excellent.

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    2 years ago

    Cheeseburger was great. Fries were awesome as well. This is an old school diner with great customer service. Will be back again soon.

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    310 Eatery - The "Detour" 405 Traffic Jam Burger!

    310 Eatery

    4.6(1.2k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Flavors, textures and character…read more Thank you for a great lunch experience. The owner's service was wonderful and made it all that more welcoming. Tip: get the Tamarind seasoned fries. Fun added twist to the seasoning.

    We decided to give this place another try after having a bad experience with their takeout 5 years…read moreago - it was during the pandemic so we figured maybe by now they'd found their footing. Unfortunately the food was just as bad and overpriced as the first time, I really don't understand how this place is so well reviewed. We both ordered 310 Burgers, one on the regular brioche bun and one on a lettuce wrap. The lettuce wrap came in two steamed, wilted pieces of iceberg, while the brioche bun was untoasted, foamy-textured and soggy. Both medium burgers had the consistency of boiled meatballs. The bacon jam was decent, but the overall experience was wildly unappetizing. We also both got plain fries, which were somehow greasy and dry at the same time, and instantly turned stale as they cooled down. We really hoped for this place because it's conveniently located, and all the other decent burger spots nearby have closed, but sadly we won't be giving 310 Eatery a third try.

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    Al's Big Burger - Bacon cheese burger

    Al's Big Burger

    4.1(527 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    60 years in business

    If you know, you know. That spot on San Pablo where you can literally smell the mesquite grill from…read morethe street... yeah, that one. You don't even have to see the sign. If you're walking or driving by hungry, it will stop you in your tracks. When I want a real burger, the kind that actually tastes like it came off a mesquite grill, this is the place. The flavor is completely different. Smoky, juicy, simple, and done right. Big portions, no nonsense. Just burgers and fries the way they're supposed to be. The fried mushrooms are so good. Add jalapeños to your burger, game changer. 100% recommend if you're craving a true, no frills, mesquite grilled burger.

    If you're craving a classic burger done right, this is exactly the kind of place you're looking…read morefor. No gimmicks, no over-the-top toppings--just the fundamentals executed really well. The patties have that unmistakable smoky char, the kind you can literally smell as soon as you step into the parking lot. It's the kind of aroma that immediately tells you that you made the right choice. This definitely isn't a spot for the health-conscious, but that's part of the appeal. Everything feels unapologetically indulgent. You can hear the constant sizzle from the grill and the bubbling rush of oil when a fresh batch of fries hits the fryer, it adds to the whole, old-school burger joint experience. And don't skip the pineapple milkshake. It's surprisingly good, with small chunks of pineapple throughout that give it real texture instead of just flavoring. Every now and then you get a bright pop of acidity and sweetness that cuts through the richness, which makes it a lot more interesting than your typical shake.

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    Ribeye steak sandwich

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    Double bacon cheese burger

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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    Dave's Hot Chicken

    3.8(116 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    I wasn't too familiar with this franchise and always passed by it with so many other food options…read moreavailable. After trying my first Dave's in Pinole, this was my 2nd and had the same experience: consistent. This one is in El Cerrito Plaza Shopping Center by the BART station. I ordered Dave's # 2: Two sliders with fries and comes with pickles ($17.49). I chose the medium with heat options of No Spice, Little Mild, Mild, Medium, Hot, Extra Hot and Reaper. I also got a side of Kale Slaw ($4.59) and added a large Crispy Fried Pickles ($7.99). Mind you, this was a snack, so the sliders were the perfect size. One for me and one for the wifey and we shared the rest. The chicken is crispy on the outside but was simultaneously moist and tender inside. The heat level is basically how many (or how little) they sprinkled on the spice powder. The side of Kale Slaw provided a nice buffer to cut out the saltiness as it's a nice balance of crispy, fresh veggies with a sweet and tangy flavor. I also loved the side of pickles that came with the # 2. They're just plain pickles, and they were definitely better than the Crispy Fried Pickles (skip in my opinion). These were overly seasoned and salty to my liking. I ended up removing the breading just to get to the pickles inside. I also found the price to be too steep to justify the price and quantity that came with it. Overall, it's a solid sandwich that makes chicken right. Better than KFC, but not Popeye's and Jollibee.

    Pretty decent chicken sandwiches for fast food or slightly above fast food. The thing I like about…read morethem is they give you a big piece of chicken in their sandwiches so that makes them a cut above most other places that have similar sandwiches. I also like that you can choose from several different levels of spiciness.

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    Dave's Hot Chicken
    Dave's Hot Chicken

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    Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers

    Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers

    4.2(144 reviews)
    4.9 miDowntown Berkeley
    $$

    Small place with a few tables and good food decided to give them a try…read moreI ordered: Spicy Chicken Sandwich With Pepper Jack cheese (4 Stars). It came with a side of coleslaw (3.5 Stars) and spiced honey (3 Stars). They fried a whole breast, it was so large that it over flowed the toasted brioche bun. The only thinking that made it spicy was the homemade spicy mayo, so it wasn't that spicy. I noticed on the menu they have sauces, like Nashville and buffalo. I think next time I'll try one of those sauces to kick up the heat. The cheese I add was not needed, I should have left off. The Fries (4 stars) were coated with potato flour and seasoning, which made a great crispy crust, served hot. Mac N' Cheese (4 Stars $6.49) I ordered the small 8oz, it was corkscrew pasta covered with a cheese sauce that was awesome with some Cajun spices, a like dirt Mac and some extra cheese on top. Until next time...

    I stopped by Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers in Berkeley this afternoon, and I went straight for the…read moreDouble Smash Burger with a side of onion rings, a Jarrito, and some habanero mayo on the side (they offered ranch, but I'm not a ranch guy). The burger was fresh and flavorful--you can taste the quality in every bite. The onion rings were on point too: crispy, not greasy, perfectly cooked. Dipping them into the habanero mayo gave it just the right kick. Definitely recommend that combo. The staff was friendly and kept things cool even though there were only two or three people running the place. The spot itself is small, just a few tables and chairs, with a little bit of Latin music playing in the background, which gave it a nice touch. When I first got there, it wasn't too busy, but by the time I finished, it was filling up. Walked around the block to stretch out, came back 15 minutes later, and the place was packed. What's also impressive is that their fried chicken sandwich was voted one of Yelp's Top 50 Fried Chicken Sandwiches in California, ranking #33 in the state. That's what I'm definitely trying next time. Final verdict: Great burger, great onion rings, friendly service, and a spot worth checking out if you're around University Ave in Berkeley. Two thumbs up from me.

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    Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers - My cousin ordered a Single Smashed Cheeseburger with egg and bacon! Still thinking about that egg yolk!

    My cousin ordered a Single Smashed Cheeseburger with egg and bacon! Still thinking about that egg yolk!

    Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers - Berserk Burger w/seasoned waffle fries! This thing was massive! ‍

    Berserk Burger w/seasoned waffle fries! This thing was massive! ‍

    Cal's Fried Chicken & Burgers - So much meat it was overflowing! Never a bad thing!

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    So much meat it was overflowing! Never a bad thing!

    Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers - Barney's Chicken

    Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers

    3.4(661 reviews)
    3.3 miBerkeley Hills
    $$

    We weren't planning on going in. We were just on a walk, and the smell of burgers beckoned. I…read morehadn't been to Barney's in ages - granted, I've been out of Berkeley for nearly a decade now - but was on a staycation, and my kids love Gott's in Palo Alto, so I was curious to see how this stacks up. Bless Berkeley eateries for having kids menus. It's like this automatic given at every place we went to this week, crayons and all, and Barney's is no exception. Kids feel seen. I feel seen (why waste food by making the kids buy something too big for their bellies?). We didn't end up getting the burgers after all, but the hot dog and the chicken tenders. My 4 year old claims that it was the first hot dog he has ever eaten. I have no idea if that is true, and if true, how that is even possible, but by golly, he ate the whole thing. Yay! My 9 year old saved his tenders and enjoyed heated up leftovers over the course of two other meals... so they stayed good, as did the curly fries which I think were his favorite. Here is why I am writing a review. The service. I was both blown away and touched by the quality of our server. I can only guess - though it would have been possibly rude to ask - that she is also a mom. She had the attentiveness that I feel I am required to have every meal at our house: we had barely said hello and she noted that she was going to refill our ketchup jar because it was looking a little low. She told me she was going to brew me a fresh cup of coffee when I ordered mine. She made sure I had refills. She whispered to me "do you want the milkshakes before the meal or after...?" because she is a pro and she knows that this could ruin the meal, but of course, it MAKES the meal for the kid consumer. She made me feel relaxed. Like I wasn't the one running around (I wasn't) for once. The glory of eating in a restaurant once in a while, or when in Berkeley, as often as possible. The burgers that were floating around me looked indulgent. I'm a vegetarian anyway, so what do I know, but I could tell the company in the place that day were all satisfied and happy that they were at Barney's. Thank you for the AMAZING service. You are a role model for people in the food industry.

    One of my fave joints for an upscale burger. The staff is attentive and makes sure you're taken…read morecare of. My go-to is the voodoo burger medium. I love the mushrooms smothered in their special voodoo sauce accompanied by bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Their milkshakes are also top tier, perfect thick consistency. I recommend the strawberry shake or the blackberry shake. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, not overcrowded and open space to eat comfortably.

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    2 staff working out an order issue

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    Voodoo Burger

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    Halal King kitchen - Beef Shawarma Plate

    Halal King kitchen

    4.8(75 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    I have been eyeing this place for a while so headed over for lunch while passing by. I ordered the…read morechicken mendi with rice and salad- no bread because I can't eat gluten. I used Google Translate to help me get that part right. The owner and employee were super nice and friendly and we got it figured out. The food was so, so good. The chicken was insanely tender and flavorful and it came with an amazing garlic sauce and a spicey green sauce. I wish I took a picture before but I couldn't resist digging in. Picture I posted is after I ate half!! I will be back to support these guys for sure. Amazing food!

    I discovered Halal King Kitchen through The Richmond Standard and was very excited to check them…read moreout. This place was stuck in my bookmarks list for quite awhile. I decided to order it for lunch one day through Door Dash and I've been back about 5 times now! I told my bf about it and it became his new favorite place! I've tried the beef shawarma plate, chicken mendi, and chicken wrap; while my boyfriend tried the chicken shawarma plate. It was all amazing!!! They even come with garlic sauce and spicy sauce, which are really good! The chicken wrap is super long and about the size of my bf's forearm! Everything we've had so far has been delicious and the portions are really filling. Their hummus also tastes very fresh; I love it! I tried to order their chicken mendi before, but it was sold out and wasn't available at the time I wanted to pick up. I guess it's only available at certain times throughout the day? I finally tried it a few days ago and it was so moist and tender; it fell off the bone! The owners are super friendly and they even give complimentary tea! Halal King is truly a hidden gem and I hope more people find out about it!

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    The front counter

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    Chicken Zurbiyan

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