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    The Shack

    4.6 (534 reviews)
    ModerateHot Dogs, Burgers
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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Sabrina S.

    How have I forgotten this place?! So happy to revisit after a hiatus, cuz their burgers are deelish! Easy, casual order up at counter, seat yourself and menu is posted above. They serve a variety of burgers, sandwiches, wings, dogs, desserts, and meals include either a side of tots, fries, cucumbers with chamoy and lucas, or corn in a cup. Other sides are available as well. This trip since we craved for burgers, ordered: Bistro burger- wonderfully seasoned and cooked, served on sourdough, with avocado, grilled onions and mushrooms, mayo. One thing that should be added, the works, I felt it would be even better with the addition of lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes. I ordered the cucumbers sans chamoy and lucas. I appreciate simple veggies. Mexican burger- excellent! Juicy burger with cheese, jalapenos, pico de gallo, bacon and the works. The tater tots had a nice and crispy outer texture as it should. Overall- very good. Tasty, reasonable, clean, and great service. We'll have to make sure to come back sooner!

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Markie S.

    Went for lunch and the service was great, cashier was friendly. It is a little pricey however the portions are great. We paid $46 for a cheeseburger, fries medium drink, Frito pie burger with chili cheese tots and a medium drink, and a cheeseburger kids meal. The wait for our food to be ready did take a little while. Although the burgers are thick they could have had more flavor. The area is cute however the inside is a little small but there is additional seating at an outside patio. They also offer lots of sweets as well.

    Classic Funnel Cake with ice cream
    Kelly Z.

    I LOVE THE SHACK. The Dorinachos with beef is just 10/10! Super delicious and loaded with that yummy cheesy beef! The service was great! I didn't know that you could add beef to the Dorinachos but the lady taking our order made a great suggestion and she was very nice! The chili cheese dog is also loaded and yummy! We get it everytime and it never disappoints! They have lots of indoor seating and its super casual. They have a great self service area. I also want to mention that their shakes are amazing! They are the best shakes I ever had - better than any other fast food chain.

    Cheeseburger and fries delicious
    Marisol F.

    The burgers were delicious and juicy. Friendly customer service. Dessert was delicious and amazing. Will come again to try other things on the menu.

    The MACHO Burger!!!!

    The Macho Burger is my favorite!!!! It's has a fried egg, bacon n cheese along with the works!!!!

    David J.

    This place is amazing!!! I'm upset at myself for not trying it sooner. From the bread to the seasonings everything is delicious. The fries were crunchy and seasoned to perfection they needed no ketchup. Prices were affordable given the portions. Went around lunch time and this place was super busy and they still managed to get my order out in a timely manner. Music was great and seating areas were nice and cozy. They even had outdoor seating. They offer a good variety of hot sauces also. I highly recommend this place and will surely be back!

    Chocolate shake, oreo shake
    Florence A.

    Food: bomb.com. Good flavor, juicy burgers, not dry at all. My son got a hot dog, and hubby got a chili cheese dog. No complaints. Milkshakes are delicious and a nice size, kids couldn't finish it. Service: quick and friendly. Ordered and sat down to wait for them to call our name. Ambiance: laid back, casual. Enough tables for you to dine in if you wanted.

    Hot dogs with hot Cheetos and fries  Hot dog bacon wrapped with onion rings
    Ermillo E.

    The Shack offers a unique take on classic American comfort food, primarily focusing on hamburgers and hotdogs, each with an inventive twist. During my visit, I found the hamburgers to be the standout feature. The bread, reminiscent of sweet Hawaiian rolls, added a delightful contrast to the savory fillings, making each bite a delightful experience. The bacon-wrapped hotdogs, while enjoyable, didn't offer anything particularly memorable beyond their expected flavors. They were solid and satisfying, but not extraordinary. But the onions rings were super flavorful i definitely recommend them! The Shack also offers a variety of snacks, ensuring there's something for everyone. Overall, The Shack is a great spot for those looking to indulge in creative takes on hamburgers and hotdogs. While some items stand out more than others, the unique twists on familiar favorites make it worth a visit. The service was fast and easy and the environment was comfy.

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    LaTaya M.

    One of the best burgers I've had in a while. Love this place and we will return next visit. The place is kinda small and the food takes a minute but it was fresh, hot and well prepared. We all ended up ordering the bacon cheese burger, then tried some of the churros.

    Mexican Burger with Fries
    Steven M.

    [online takeout order] Food: I got the Mexican burger and it was really good, the fries were also great and perfectly seasoned. Service: cashier was very nice and retrieved my order quickly, even did a quick check to make sure my order was correct Ambiance: fun little atmosphere, TV's and music at a decent volume enough to have a convo Will def come back again to try everything else on the menu

    Corn in a Cup
    Angel C.

    Fast service, we got our food quick. Was a lot of people there was hard to find seating but they do have an outdoor area to sit also. I got the Mexican burger and my brother got the mushroom and Swiss burger both really great they offer corn in a cup or cucumber cup as sides instead of fries if h want something different, they also have a lot of good looking sweets to choose from we were so full we didn't have room to try it but we will be back again.

    Crunch Chili Cheese Dog and chili cheese fries

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    Was there yesterday. The food was great. Maybe not the corn in a cup, not my thing but I will keep going back.

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    Great food bread to burger ratio was great!! I ordered a chocolate banana shake!! It was awesome!!

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