Food is great. Service is even better. My favorite late night spot. Daniel is amazing!!

In town for wedding. Heard was an "institution" so felt I had to check the box. Mission accomplished. It was good but felt a little oversold on it. The people working there were great! Friendly and gracious. Best part. read more

Gusburger is amazing. Fries smokin hot. Staff is always friendly. Even bigger space since I graduated many moons ago. Must Do at UVA!! Wahoowa read more

It's just part of tradition that you must do! This time it was 20 years later, before 1:00 am, and sober so I feel I can write an honest review. Gus burger never disappoints, the regular cheeseburger always hits the "spot", and hubby got the gyro and said it was good. You don't go here for the best most wow food ever; you go here because of the history, because of the people that spun around at the counter before you and yes before them! Because even though I am a Carolina girl and Tar Heel fan through and through I have respect for my Hoos and my friends that I partied with in the 90's and even my degree has that UVA on it ! read more

A great late night burger joint The onions rings were fresh and the burger came out quickly. Service was quick and effective. This place was buzzing at 2am. If you're looking for a late night spot, come here! read more

The White Spot is a UVA staple. It's great to grab some quick food and it feels like their kitchen is always open! It's super popular for their late night snacks and you will probably catch tons of kids enjoying their Gus Burgers and cheesy fries and onion rings around 3am on any weekend. The hectic vibes are where it's at. Also they have some fun merch that every UVA fan should grab before heading out of town. My parents even started coming here regularly. I've only ever enjoyed these delicacies in the late hours of the evening, so who knows how accurate my rating of the food would be. However, the vibes are 10/10 read more

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What an outstanding fantastic college burger joint!!! The white spot is an iconic restaurant on the University of Virginia corner catering to late night college revelry and hung over students.. The service is quick and efficient with only a few menu items available. This is a paper plate, Styrofoam cup greasy spoon, hamburger joint, and it gives up to a reputation with the Gus burger being king a single patty cheeseburger topped with an egg a must have well at the University of Virginia. read more

Come for the Gus Burger Great, late-night college food. The Gus Burger is really what it's known for. The egg on a burger is available pretty much everywhere at this point, but I remember hearing that this was one of the first places to do it! Worth a stop late at night. read more

The White Spot - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I love the white spot. It's me and my family's tradition to get it every time we visit UVA/Charlottesville.

Came here with friends after a night out. The inside of the place is gross and not clean. And the burger and fries were not good at all. The egg was very overcooked, and the burger meat tasted bad in our orders. For 10 dollars, you can get a much better burger and fries combo anywhere else. The only redeeming factor about this place is that it's open late. But so is Christian's. And even if you're not craving pizza, you're better off going there for late night food instead. read more

Great service and the food was outstanding! Will come back!! The grills worth was a great dessert.... Donuts with ice cream on top!

Cool spot. Close to the hospital, which was why we were here. Good greasy cheeseburger and fries. Nothing fancy, but it really has an old time, been around forever kinda of feel. We came for a late lunch in a weekday, and were the only ones in the place. So it was quiet and noT crowded. read more

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Best service I've ever had in a restaurant. Gus burger was amazing. Must-go if at UVA

This place is an institution in Charlottesville and one that is not to be missed. Old school, great basics and incredible value

We sat at the bar for breakfast. The staff was nice, my omelette was good (Western Omelette with bacon instead of ham). The diet coke was a little syrup-y and my toast wasn't super warm. But, it was a cheap meal, and I had no real complaints. I would have returned a different day to try the burgers that people rave about if I had been staying in town longer. read more

Eh, the food was alright. Its a greasy spoon diner, nothing too fancy if that's what you like. If what you want is cheap food and decent quality, this could a good spot (see what I did there?) for your. I tried out their grilled cheese and turkey sandwich. It's clear that the real star of the menu is the Gus Burger. I didn't know this, so can't comment on its flavor. Maybe try it out when you come here. The turkey and cheese sandwich was just okay. Bread was toasted, they did offer crispy veggies, and the turkey was standard. The price was around $8. Not bad but could be cheaper. The cheese fries were surprisingly good. Your meal comes with a choice of s few different sides (mainly French fries or home fries, onion rings for an up charge I believe). The sauce was not too plasticy and genuinely flavorful. Overall, good. The employees are super quick and efficient, but the place can get pretty packed. All in all, not a bad spot to stop by for a cheap meal. read more

It's a university town classic. Friendly people and more space than initially appears. Great Gusburgers and fries.

Admittedly I have only been to the White Spot late at night and inebriated, but this is a solid spot for drunk food. The Gusburger is a classic, but I don't love eggs on burgers so I'll usually opt for the grilled cheese which really hits the spot. The other must-try when you are at the White Spot is the "Grills With"-- two glazed donuts grilled and served with ice cream. So decadent, so delicious. My brother had always told me about this legendary menu item (he went to UVA in the 90s) so I was glad I tried it before I graduated. I will miss this spot when I move away! read more

The Gus burger is a classic, but what this place is known for is cheap, greasy food, relatively quick. Most of the time if you're heading to White Spot it's after a night out, and it's great that they have late hours and keep food going. Their prices are a little wild, they once charged my $4 for a water, but when there's one choice of night bites you've gotta pay what they'd like. Stop here if you've had a night out and need to grab some food, but maybe not the best place for a lunch or dinner on the Corner. read more

Somehow it all works out perfectly. The griddle burger, the runny eggs, cheese sliding off and the habanero sauce on the side. I just love it and have for 30 years. read more

The White Spot - Double Gus Burger w cheese. Eggs soft and everything on it. - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I had my first GB during my first trip to Charlottesville when I attended a wedding near UVA. Going in the afternoon I avoided the mad crowd of college kids at midnight. That would've been fun but I enjoyed my GB in silence at noon. read more

The White Spot - The Gus burger. - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

I placed an order online, something I've done a few times before for White Spot. When we arrived to pick up our meal, the staff member there refused to give us the food we had already paid for online. We had screenshots with timestamps to prove when and what we ordered and that it was already paid for, but the staff member refused to even look at it, claiming something about it not coming through on his computer. Over the past week I reached out to the establishment a handful of times and I've received no response, nor have I received a refund ($30!). Their food is good but the service is trash. read more

This iconic burger joint on the UVA campus is a must for hamburger fans. It has been around for decades and is thriving to this day. Be advised, this is a burger place in the style of fast food (not gourmet) burgers but with oh so much more character. We were in town visiting a relative in the hospital and needed a quick but fulfilling lunch. My 80-year-old uncle recommended this place because he remembered it from his college days! You can either order and sit at a soda-fountain style bar or sit down and they will take your order table-side. I had the Gus Burger special all the way, which was a cheeseburger with a fried egg on top, fries and a fountain drink. Although they don't have beer they do have SWEET TEA. Love that. Other pleasant surprises: the food came unbelievably fast and the French fries were excellent. The burger was great. I look forward to trying some of their other intriguing menus items. It looks like a great place for breakfast too. read more

The White Spot - Gus Burger special - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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This is where you go for a good burger! I wanted to go last week, but the place waa randomly closed. Today, I was in luck since it was open despite some power issues. Ordered the tried and true Gus burger! So satisfying in all its greasiness & cheesy glory. This is that great hole in the wall spot! Friendly service every time I've been there. read more

The White Spot - Gus burger - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

While the food was good and the prices were low, the business was overall dirty and way understaffed. There was a bar area that was treated first and given food faster because there was only one chef also acting as a host and waiter, but there was also a small area with tables that was much cuter than the rest of the establishment. We came during the summer for breakfast so admittedly, they were not expecting many people. Most people ordered take out and did not stay. read more

Before I say anything else, the staff were really VERY polite! Aside from that... Lower your expectations!!! I guess only college kids who are drunk on a Saturday night have been leaving reviews for this cave! We decided to try it because of the good reviews, and we were mislead! The service was slow and overwhelmed by a group of 14, even though it was "order at the bar," rather than one waiter trying to serve a table of 14. We all were not ordering at the same time & we did so over a 10-minute time period. (Read: this was not a massive "rush" that would have made their overwhelm reasonable) The menu was unclear - ie: what is on the different burgers listed? Speaking of the burgers, when one of our party went to the bathroom, he said he saw the burger patties stacked, uncovered, & not refrigerated. Slow service, poor communication (menu), and unsanitary = perfect late night drunken college campus diner???? Yikes! read more

Just moved to the area and wanted to find a place for lunch around the UVa area. This place is a cute mom pop looking place. The staff members are friendly and positive. The food is pretty decent. Coming from around the Philly area, I know a good cheesesteak, this isn't the best, but definitely not the worst. It was pretty good, but won't give Philly a run for its money. The fries were decent, wished they fried it a bit more to give it a nice crunch, but thats personal preference. Their onion rings were actually pretty good with the spicy sauce they had. read more

The White Spot - Cheesesteak combo - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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I love this place so much. I eat here often for lunch and almost always get the gyro combo. Quick, delicious, and feels really homey. I always see the same two guys working and they do a great job! Highly recommend! :) read more

UVa institution and great breakfasts. Get the one helluva mess. My son gets the pancakes, which the cook always says he needs time to make the batter so a tradition. Love a local greasy spoon read more

The white spot is a Cville drunk staple. Listen, it's not winning any culinary awards (in the bright sober light of day). But damned if it's not the perfect greasy burger spot for a drunk college kid (or in my case, old drunk lawyer) to finish off a meaty burger with fried egg and some crunchy salty fries. The burgers are fast and the service friendly. Pull up to the counter and sober up! read more

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Great good for cheap prepared right in front of you, exactly what it needs to be. Very nice guy.

Drunk Joy: three Gus burgers and a large order of fries. This came right after seeing two sorority girls vomit all over each other on the bench right outside, so clearly my mental state was severely compromised. The bun was kind of stale, the beef patty was gritty (like it was full of sand or mushed up bones), the egg was meh, and this combination of ketchup and mustard shot out like a snot rocket and permanently stained my shirt. My friends still had to drag me out of there, because apparently I kept saying such nonsense as "ten more burgers please." Sober Joy: one Gus burger and felt sick for the whole day. Maybe you need your throat to be sufficiently lubricated in vodka to keep that whole mess down. Plus the place is the paradigm of the beer goggle phenomenon. When you stumble in here at around 1 am, the place looks warm, comforting, and bright; Dmitri the Owner's grin at your three burgers looks fatherly and proud, and the workers' shouting, mixed with the drunken ramblings of undergrads, makes you feel right at home. When you march in here at 4pm of your own volition, the place is downright drab, the walls are covered in stains, and Dmitri the Owner is leering at your skirt. But I'm still coming here next Thursday night. read more

While perusing Pinterest for an upcoming trip to Charlottesville, I came upon the White Spot. After salivating reading about the Gus Burger I decided that we would hit this place for lunch. Coming in the place is tiny but very welcoming. I ordered the Gus Burger no cheese and my husband ordered the One Hell of a Mess. My Gus Burger was cooked to perfection. It was my first time trying fried egg (long story) and man have I been missing out. The burger got better with every bite! My husband enjoyed his One Hell Mess but with three eggs it was too much food for him. The service was good. One thing though there were only two on staff and we had to wait for them to make and charge other customers ordering to go before we could pay for our meal. With that being said, this place is a spot that I would return to once again. read more

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I personally like my own gus burgers better. I think this place is more popular because it's on the corner and open late for the drunkies to mosey in and grab a quick bite before hitting the sack...or the floor. I had their donuts with ice cream. YUMMY! Who can turn down griddled Krispy Kreme? It gets a delightful, sugary crust and stays soft inside. And ice cream to top it off? I'm in! lol I just do my own griddle KKs at home now. This place really is nothing special. It's just the history, the location, and the late hours that keep it open. read more

Here's what you want to do: 1. Sit down on a stool at the bar. 2. Order a Gus Burger with fries and Grills with Ice-Cream (KrispyKreme Donut) 3. Chat with the person next to you or the people behind the bar. 4. Devour Food. 5. Get up slowly... and roll out of White Spot. 6. Go Home and take nap. The owner of the place is great. He's funny and will remember you. read more

To be clear, I came here for one specific item (the Grills With) and so am rating this establishment based off that, and NOT the entirety of its menu. The White Spot is a cozy hole in the wall establishment that doesn't take itself too seriously. It's your usual diner fare with the characteristic plastic lettering stuck into the boards changed every so often. I came here for the "Grills With" with my boyfriend who spoke very highly of it - I joke that it's these artery-clogging foods that make me a "fat shit". The "Grills With" is two Krispy Kreme glazed original donuts grilled on the spot and topped with a personal carton of vanilla ice cream. Yep. You read right. Get your sweet tooth and insulin medication ready, because this will make you die of beetus for less than $4. read more

The cook doesn't wear gloves while cooking. Doesn't wash their hands and there is a cross contamination issue there. After I ate there I felt sick for the rest of the day. After eating a Ruben sandwich. read more

Wow! UVA certainly has some of the best restaurants around. Hungry? Try the chicken tenders, they somehow infused the taste of fish within the CHICKEN tenders. God knows how they managed to do that seeing how they dont even sell fried fish. You know what goes good on fish tenders? Ketchup. Too bad they cannot even fill the ketchup containers. So then youre just sitting there with a mouth full of questionable chicken crying because you have no ketchup to wash it down thoroughly. This place left me questioning what went wrong in my life to be subjected to this misery. read more

I work at University of Virginia night shift. I was just placing an order for the floor when the person on the other end told me I had to come in because I had too many orders and they are too busy. He proceeded to hung up on me. Guess they don't need our money! They don't have to worry about getting my hard earned money ever!!!! read more

Good burgers and the good shoestring fries right out of the fryer when you order them. Amazing homemade habanero hot sauce made by one of employees. Have been wanting to try this place forever and my cheeseburger dis not disappoint. Sorry Gus (‍? If you're real) but I don't like eggs. read more

The White Spot - Burgers Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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