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Val's Burgers

4.0 (2.3k reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Mama burger and steak fries
Tina A.

Mama burger and fries was $25 before tip Mama burger - big, juicy, and all American cheese, ketchup, mustard, relish. Tastes like a kraft and heinz poster child. Soft white bun. Overall good standard American burger Fries- steak cut and large portion however some were unevenly cooked or left over from another batch. Hearty and standard For almost $30 , I would expect a super gourmet burger or like a fine dining experience. However I felt a little cheated. Shake shack or in n out would be half or even one quarter of the price and still be a better pick Gonna give it up to the local business though, everyone's tryna survive out here, however a better business practice would to post the prices clearly or have a menu outside

Momma burgers medium well add bacon.
Alecea L.

This is the best hamburger in the East Bay. The service is fast, friendly, and efficient. No, eat in your order. Park in the parking lot and wait for them to bring you your food. The only con is the parking lot is right on the corner of a turn that cars fly through. Oh, and CASH ONLY! Only open Friday and Saturday, but so worth the wait. One order of fries is enough for a family of 4. We ordered two momma burgers (1/2 pound each) and added bacon. The bacon was $8 total ($4 per burger). I definitely should have went with a baby burger, I wasn't ready (in best Kevin Hart impression).

Mama burger with cheese. Liked my condiments on the side so I could dip
Brian V.

4++ and old school neighborhood type diner/grill. Seems to be a favorite among locals and people who grew up in the area. And for very good reason. The burgers are delicious. The service is friendly, and the shakes are fantastic. Note: this place is cash only (I believe - it's been a while) I came here a few years ago with my brothers and their families so we had a bunch of kids in tow. It was a big hit for everybody. Such a great time in a family friendly environment. I came here with my girlfriend at the time and we split a mama burger, a milkshake, and fries. I remember everything being really delicious and the kids loved it as well. Nothing too fancy just the delicious well-made old-school favorites. The location itself has that neighborhood charm to it and the parking isn't bad because they have their own lot. Honestly, I've been dreaming of a day where I can come back and have a burger here it's been a while. I probably will hit this place up next time I visit my parents.

Mez W.

Review date Sept. 9 2023 Val's has always been a great spot for a burger. Wanted to leave a review to inform folks that there is currently no dine in. See attached photo.

My man is absolutely soaked. My appetite is gone.
Gilbert C.

Val's burgers used to be the spot. The service was absolutely great. The lady that answered the phone was just so polite and, and had very good energy. This is what I remember about the service from Val's in the past. There's not really any ambience right now because they only do takeout. The food in comparison to price was absolutely horrible. I hope they really use some of these reviews, as a learning experience. Our food was really bad. Cheeseburger bun was soaked in mayonnaise and mustard and ketchup literally the buns are drenched the sodas are coming in cans. We basically paid $50 for fries, two burgers and two cans sodas. I understand that inflation is up but there's no need to gouge off of your customers. I hope Val's comes back to the way it used to be.

Well no more dine in, or ice cream but perfect Burger & fries to go!
Kimberly C.

Neighborhood burger spot open for over 40 plus years! Thanks to covid only open 2 days a week. Friday & Saturday. Call ahead they will bring to your car. Simple menu not like before covid. But still delicious! Mama Burger (1/2 lb), Papa Burger (1 lb) and fries... And the kindest staff still fast & friendly. No more dine in, but Thank you Vals for still being open!

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4 months ago

Really good onion rings and shakes here! Burgers are also excellent. Place has an old diner vibe to it which adds to a great experience

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8 months ago

The Burger was amazing and service was awesome. Has plenty of free parking and berry clean.

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3 years ago

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4 months ago

Satisfying old style burger spot that will have you craving them the rest of your life. Only wish is that they were open more hours.

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11 months ago

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1 year ago

The works! Carnivore delight, & straight out of the fifties. The only problem is parking.

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8 months ago

Amazing food the burgers and the onion rings and the basket of fries with a shake good customer service

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1 year ago

Burgers was awesome! Huge amount of fries too! I personally like thick fries, not those skinny ones you find at some chain places

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8 months ago

Covid screwed this place over. Guess you can still order breakfast but no longer open early. Freshest eggs every time. Great value. Miss it.

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11 months ago

This is my favorite burger is the bay. Also their onion rings are crisp and delicious. I cannot recommend Val's enough

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Ask the Community - Val's Burgers

Do they have indoor dining yet?

I don't think they will. It has been closed for years.

Are they really that afraid of Covid that they won't open back up? It was always packed when I went there! Come back. Im not a fan of Togo orders.I wanna sit down,have a papa burger with bacon basket of fries and a mint chocolate chip milkshake!

Val's is still open on Friday and Saturday for take out only. The shakes are only available certain times of the year. Ask them when you place your order. I got a chocolate shake last Saturday and the shake is made with real ice cream. They have… Read more

Does anyone know if they are serving milkshakes yet or is it still burger and fries only? I don't care about the price! I just want a Val's milkshake!

As of my last drive by, several weeks ago, there was nothing being offered. The handwritten menu that was in the window was gone and it was dark inside. On an earlier stop that handwritten menu had only a burger and fries, no milkshake. We all… Read more

Are they back to their full menu? If not, what are they selling?

Just burgers and fries as of about a month ago.

Anyone know when they're open? I tried to go and they were closed and didn't see hours posted on the store.

Only open Friday's & Saturday's since Covid.

Is Val's still takeout only?

As of Jan 21, 2023 they are still takeout only. But they said they hoped to be opening the dining room again soon. No milkshakes at least until the dining room is opened. They did take orders until about 5:30 p.m. that day, but I think the hours… Read more

Do they still make milkshakes?

Is Val's back open with a normal schedule and indoor dining?

They are open Fri & Sat, no indoor dining. Menu is burgers & Fries and maybe drinks

Is Val's ever going to open again? So sad we LOVE this place! Our FAVORITE and every time we are around we drive by and it's always closed...

Val's is open! However, you can only call to place an order. Then, wait outside toward the back entrance. A person will bring you the order packaged up. Yes, I feel the same way about Val's. I miss sitting at the counter, eating my Mama size burger… Read more

Are they on DD or GH for online orders?

No. They are a cash only restaurant and most recently are taking orders at their door and delivering them to your car.

Has anyone actually seen it open recently? I have driven by 3 times in 2 months and always closed. It appears abandoned. No website and msg on the phone never changes.

They are open Friday and Saturday only from 11am till about 5 or until they run out of food. Call ahead and order or pull into the lot and order from the car. A mamma with cheese and fries will run you $21.

Does anyone have the updated hours of operation?

We've been hitting Val's every Friday and Saturday since July of this year 2021 (except 9/17/21 & 9/18/21 when they took a break). They are open for takeout via phone orders… Read more

What are your hours of operation because every time I drive by it it's always closed?

They are open Friday and Saturday only from 11am till about 5 or until they run out of food. Call ahead and order or pull into the lot and order from the car. A mamma with cheese and fries will run you $21.

Hi! I would like to know the most updated hours? I came by on a Thursday afternoon and I drove all the way from Livermore and to find out you guys were closed at around 2pm on a Thursday. I just wanted to know what are your most updated hours.

They are open Friday and Saturday only from 11am till about 5 or until they run out of food. Call ahead and order or pull into the lot and order from the car. A mamma with cheese and fries will run you $21.

Is Vals still open? I've tried calling and driving by but there's no signs of life

I've been driving by for a few months now at all times of the day M-Sun...always closed...

Val's hours nowawdays--as of 3/5/21? Thought no one's answered this question in HELLA months, so I was like BE THE CHANGE!!!;) Called and they said: "FRIDAY AND SATURDAY ABOUT…

We've been hitting Val's every Friday and Saturday since July of this year 2021 (except 9/17/21 & 9/18/21 when they took a break). They are open for takeout via phone orders… Read more

What days are they open and what time?

They are open Friday and Saturday only from 11am till about 5 or until they run out of food. Call ahead and order or pull into the lot and order from the car. A mamma with cheese and fries will run you $21.

IS THIS BUSINESS STILL OPEN??? it would be great if business can post actual hours each day? post it on here or have an Instagram, FB?

last time I drove by were open for take out

Is Val's still open during the quarantine?

Passed their restaurant Friday(4/10) and they were closed.

Do they serve an Impossible or Beyond burger?

I do not believe so.

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