What a pleasant surprise! I was near RDU Airport and stopped at the Shell gas station at RDU Galleria, expecting nothing more than a quick stop for gas. I had no idea there were multiple restaurants inside, including Wayback Burgers, Pizza Hut, and several other options. I decided to give Wayback Burgers a try, and it definitely did not disappoint. What surprised me most is how many times I've driven right past this place without ever realizing what was inside. I only discovered it this week, and I'm glad I finally did. If you're near RDU and looking for something quick and convenient without settling for typical gas-station food, this is definitely worth a stop. Great option when you're eating on the run, heading to the airport, or just passing through the area. Definitely recommended! read more

Wayback Burgers - Buffalo chicken sando. Whats left. - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I had just come from a lovely walk along Smith Creek Trail and made the last minute decision to try Wayback Burgers. It's located across from Heritage Hight School in a busy shopping center with a parking lot. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. It's nice inside & they keep up with cleaning as people leave the tables. There were several patrons dining in when I arrived. After I browsed the menu, I placed my order with the wonderful man at the counter. He was very kind and helpful. I ordered the double bacon burger "as is" and a side of fries. The food is made to order and came out in a great amount of time. The burger was absolutely delicious. The fries were soft and unfortunately not hot. I let Sid know and he offered to make a new batch, but I was almost full from the delicious burger. There's lots of options at Wayback & I'm looking forward to going back again. read more

Very good food. Great, friendly, fast service. The restaurant is nice and clean. Since this was our first time here, we tried a mushroom Swiss burger with jalapeños, chicken nuggets, the cheesesteak, and fries. All were excellent, served hot and fast. All of the food is fresh, refrigerated, not frozen, and you can tell. We'll definitely be back to try a few other menu options. read more

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Surprisingly, the chicken tenders have a lot of flavor and the fries were pretty too! read more

Wayback Burgers - CHICKEN TENDERS x FRIES - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I came here for a father - daughter date it was great ! Burgers were tasty, service was very good and background music was not very loud so we could chat without any issues .... On a different table my wife and my son were doing the same and they also enjoyed it ! We'll be back ! read more

Wayback Burgers - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

This build your own bowl was just not good. I had high hopes - picking two proteins and a lettuce base with tomatoes. What I got looked like dog food! Almost no tomatoes, very little lettuce base, the proteins didn't taste right or good. I asked for Swiss and there was a melted clump in the middle. Really crummy meal, and expensive, too! $16 for a meal that ended up not being eaten. We will stick with Five Guys. read more

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I am a bit of a creature of habit when I order food. I have eaten at this Wayback Burger location enough that I have maxed out the reward points as well. What this tells me is I really like the food and consistency! It sounds like I eat here a lot, and to be fair, it's probably a few times a month. I have not had one order be inaccurate or anything other than the quality the first time I tried Wayback Burgers. The food is always fresh, hot, and ready to go each and every time. The value is very reasonable and comparable to all the other local options as well. I typically get a custom-made burger with either fries or tater tots. I have also tried their hot dog, which is pretty good as well. Both order options fill me up. I haven't tried the shakes yet, but it's on my list for one of these days. The app is really easier to order, which should be a given, but it amazes me how bad other establishment make their order process in the app. Easy layout, easy to customize, and easy to re-order a favorite. The speed at which my food is ordered, prepared, and available is very reasonable. By the time I place the order in the app and arrive at the location 7 minutes later, the order is ready. The team here is also great. They always meet people with a smile and attentiveness. Clearly, they prioritize the in-person experience by being available and engaging every time someone needs something. I also appreciate that they can see everything in the eating area and can monitor if someone needs something. Wayback Burger is my go-to these days, which is great considering I have at least 10 other options just as close as Wayback is to me. I am never concerned that what I am craving to eat will be anything less than what is delivered. read more

Wayback Burgers was my choice for lunch. It is in the Wheatfield Shopping Center in Wake Forest. Parking was easy enough to find at lunch. I had checked out the menu online so was puzzled at first when only part of the menu was listed on the wall. The full menus are hidden in front of the cash register if you don't want to order one of the pricey burgers. You could also order on the website. I was greeted when I entered by both employees and given some time to look over the menu. I went with the single patty as I wasn't sure if the double would be too much for me. I was happy with the single and liked I could customize it with cheddar cheese and tomato and lettuce. I added on fries and a drink and thought the amount of fries was very generous. It was a good burger and the single was a good size for me. My name was taken for my order and I thought I'd be called when it was ready and it was but it was also delivered to the table. Wayback Burgers has a good amount of tables inside and more tables on a patio. Although it seemed most were ordering to go or just picking up. read more

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Clean restaurant, good fresh food for a chain burger type place. It took a little longer than a fast food type place which was a good sign that it was being made fresh. Staff was friendly and I had no issues using the Free Burger with $10 purchase you get if you download the app. Parents of young kids - I noted 2 high chairs and this is an acceptable atmosphere / place to bring children. read more

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Restaurant was clean upon entry and service was attentive. They were a bit busy and probably understaffed for the traffic that was there when we visited. Food was made fresh when I ordered so there's a bit of a longer wait than some might expect. I think it's a good burger spot especially for the price. It's not a "McDonald's burger" :) I ordered the Carolina burger. I'm always a bit skeptical of people's slaw and chili around here because it's the south, we like our slaw and chili a certain way but it was very good. My only suggestion would be to grill the buns to give it that extra flavor but that's just a personal preference of mine. read more

Wayback Burgers - CAROLINA BURGER - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Went to Wayback Burger for the first time. Had a huge hamburger craving and wanted to try something new. I was a little taken aback at the prices, so was really hoping for a great burger. The burgers were good, but nothing special to write home about. We got singles as we thought this would be enough, with no sides. Either get double or a side of you are hungry. You walk up to the counter to order and I do have to say that every was very clean and I was promptly asked for my order. I let them know I had ordered on line. The did this while sitting in the parking lot as I didn't just want to stand in front of a menu reading everything before I ordered. Glad I went in almost immediately as the Yelp app told me my food would be ready in 25 minutes. They weren't busy at all so my food was ready fast. All in all not bad, but there are much better places to get a great burger for the same price (or less). read more

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A new outlet of chain Wayback Burgers is open in Wake Forest. Located in the new(ish) Wheatfield Commons strip center on Rogers Branch Road. Stopped in for lunch during the soft opening. It's a small shop, with a dozen tables. Order at the counter at the back, dine-in food is delivered to the table. It's a basic menu - a couple of pre-configured burgers, or build your own. Fries and onion rings plus shakes. Service is friendly and quick. Food is prepared to order. The team is well staffed and despite the fact that the shop was busy, time from order to service was less than 10 minutes. I tried the Classic. A nice sized patty is prepared medium/well - just a little pink. It's topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, chopped raw onion and pickle. Meat prepared perfectly. Toppings crisp and fresh and the whole thing is piping hot when served. Can't beat a well-executed burger. Fries are skin-on, thick cut. Lightly salted. Served nice and crispy, as fries should be. Fair warning - this is a fairly expensive burger. Not exactly at bargain at $8.29. Delicious, yes. A good spot for the occasional splurge, yes. A regular stop for a quick burger at lunch? Probly not. read more

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If you want a quick fix it how you want kind of burger, this is the place for you. Better than fast food with higher quality ingredients and better tasting. We came, we conquered and we will be back. They are dog friendly and have a nice patio area to sit. read more

Wayback Burgers is a relatively new addition to the recently completed Wheatfield Shopping Plaza on Forestville Road in Wake Forest. It's nice, it's clean and there is ample parking. The staff were friendly and attentive. My order came out quick and was brought to the table. I went with the A-1 Burger with a side of onion rings (breath mint needed after). It was good and tasty. The onions rings could have been a bit crisper and they needed more seasoning. They offer an array of dipping sauces for them. I went with the chiplote. It went well with the rings. Overall a 3.75. I'll definitely be back to try one of the other burgers soon and maybe the free milk shake I have for signing up for the text alerts. read more

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Love the burgers, fries and thick, super yummy (hand dipped) shakes. Bonus is my 5 y.o. grandson always finishes his double patty cheesy burger. Warms my heart so much to watch him truly enjoy every last morsel. Small, but clean dining area, and thoughtful staff round out an enjoyably tasty meal out! read more

Some people complain that the portions are too small, but I actually prefer it that way because I don't like to feel overly full. I wish sometimes they had more onion rings when you order them, but I think of it as built-in portion control! They're good. read more

Decent. Not amazing. Burger was good but nothing special about it. I got the sautéed onions and Swiss cheese with lettuce tomato and mayo. Get a free milkshake if you sign up for emails and texts. read more

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Went for first time tonight. The flyer on front window said $12 special. So we ordered 2 and she took the order but didn't say the 'special' was ONLY on 1 per order!!?? After looking at receipt, we asked why - she only said "only 1 special per family" So - we asked to refund the order - she replied she could only 'void' and we wouldn't see charge. Hopefully that will happen, but we will not be back... read more

I like this new burger place. It's always been clean and appropriately staffed and the burgers are tasty. I've had the classic and the single so far. More expensive than a trip to McDonalds or something, but you get what you pay for. I do think they should add some background music for ambiance. read more

Good quality meat. Burger is a little greasy kind of like Freddy's. The staff is very friendly. On their anniversary they gave everybody a travel mug. My only complaint is the fountain soda had that flat ammonia taste. I got the bacon bourbon burger, and it's two patties with onion rings. It's very good. I think on its own it's ten bucks. You can also build your own burger for a little bit cheaper. read more

Noticed at 330 pm staff sitting around Came in to test the burger. While waiting for food noticed that they need to do a cleaning in seated area. For a brand new place already needs a cleaning out front. Carpet was dirty and papers on floor. The $6.00 burger was tasteless if not for the the condiments there wouldn't have been any flavor. read more

Burgers were to well done and dried out I don't think I would go there again very expensive for what I got

Great food, prices reasonable, Good quality ingredients - did online order and food was ready when they said it would, polite staff as well. Will be back read more

They get my online order incorrect every time! I have ordered different menu items and the past three orders have had something wrong with them. I've given up on them. They have offered a refund but I would much rather just have my order correct. read more

Wayback Burgers - Missing requested items on my burger - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Food was good, not the most amazing we've ever had but good, kids enjoyed it and husband liked his burger, good portions (as it should be for the pricing). Chicken sandwich was ok. Overall good experience, service was great as the people there were Very nice, space is cute and clean. read more

Food was amazing and the service was on point . Everyone enjoyed their burger and my son loved his chicken sandwich

When there during the soft opening, food was ok, but I get it was super pricey, I ordered their basic burger (with lettuce and tomatoes),a side of fries and a side of fried pickles (burger comes by it self). No drink and paid over $15.00. I got it to go, came home and they had forgotten the sauce for the pickles (witch was supposed to be included) Definitely not a go back place for me. read more

We visited for the first time and it was a good experience. Our burgers were good (definitely better than McDonalds, Burger King, etc. ). The service was good and it's nice that it's locally owned and operated. We will return. read more

Clean restaurant. Service was friendly. Food was fresh and tasty (ordered The Classic and fries). Would come back. read more

Wayback Burgers - Burgers Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

One of the best burgers I've ever had from a somewhat of a fast food restaurant. Definitely recommend

Amazing staff and service! This was the best chicken blt I've ever had from a fast food chain! It's also cooked to order which is awesome if you love fresh food! You have to check out the Cajun tater tots!! read more

Went for family dinner - the place is clean, the staff is very friendly and they were orderly in their approach and service. The food was "ok" - first bite into burger and I thought it was kind of plain but eating the rest of it, it was just an "ok/forgettable" burger - nothing specifically wrong, nothing specifically right or outstanding... but the pricing would have you think it would be outstanding. I can't say that I felt 3 burgers and 2 fries that were "ok" were worth $40. Not saying I wouldn't go back to give it a try a second time, but will say there are better options around locally when I want an outstanding/memorable burger and fries. read more

This was my 1st time here! I got a veggie burger and tots! The food was just ok! The staff were friendly! Cute venue! I don't think I will try it again! read more

Not bad for a burger joint, service was good, burger was ok, frys were ok, mike shake was very good! Will go there again!

3 trips now to this location, and so far it's been a great experience. Each visit everything has been above par with cleanliness, and the staff has been going out of their way to speak to each guest. I have tried 3 different burgers now, and all of them have been great. No complaints here. read more

Just ok. Left me feeling bloated and not well nourished. Burger was very greasy. Not my favorite.

Wayback burger being a fairly new restaurant to the area, surpasses multiple mediocre burger restaurants around WF. Nevertheless, I'd recommend the place to family and neighbors. Service was slow, cashier decided to help in the kitchen by while customers lined up (5 employees already working in kitchen. not sure how a 6th person wouldn't help) . Likely this was instructed by the owner but made for an unwelcoming experience seeing the other customers neglected for 3 minutes. Burger was fine, fries were better than average, milkshake needed a spoon to consume. Wouldn't recommend milkshake to anyone. read more

The service and food were good, when I walked in they weren't too busy and asked me did I have any questions about the menu then promptly took my order. The order took roughly 5 mins to come out to my table. They did follow up with me to see how my food was and if I need anything else.The restaurant was nice and clean as well. read more

Absolutely love this place. Me and my girlfriend ate here about 4 times in 2 weeks and the staff was super friendly and the food was always good. Well we went back today after about a month and the staff recognized us as we placed online orders. Super fast super friendly and great food every time. Would recommend to anyone. Give it a try at least once. read more

Fast and really nice people. I had got tired of burgers but this place is really good the ghost pepper burger is good and spicy