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ZOJAH Burger

3.9 (72 reviews)
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Open 10:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Sharon N.

Gotta say, wasn't impressed. The best thing that stood out the most were the fries (fried in beef tallow) and their special Zojah sauce. The spicey chicken sandwich was a giant chicken strip in a burger bun. But guess what? They were the same size as Dave's Hot Chicken "sliders" and you can choose your spice level. PLUS - you get TWO of them with fries for about the same as we paid for those one with fries. The Smashed burger was fine. But nothing memorable. You can go elsewhere- I can name at least 3 chains that's has smash burgers and you get lettuce and tomato on it too - not just onion and pickles. Two burgers and one spicy chicken sandwich - all with fries- and ONE SODA - $51. The price point is not worth it so it's a one and done for us. Oh and... It's in a small strip mall and on a Saturday night like when we went (5ish) -- the area was so packed and couldn't find parking. (The establishment itself is quite small.)

Double smash with fries
R T.

If your looking for a smash burger that is crispy on the edges but juicy in the middle, with the special sauce and fresh or grilled onions. This is the place hands down, the only place that comes close is with love always. The fries are the best I've had crispy on the outside soft on the inside. Service is always great, need a suggestion ask em for what to get, the inside has booths or tables, bright interior. Most definitely coming back

Zojah Double
Angel S.

Zojah is dishing out some real deal smash burgers and I finally got my hands on one! ZOJAH Double w/ Fries 2 Smashed Certified Angus Beef Patties, Double Cheese, Onions, Pickles, ZOJAH Sauce, and Crinkle Cut Fries cooked in Tallow

Roxy W.

I ordered the double cheese burger with fries and an Oreo shake. The burger was delicious! I like that the meat was crispy. The fries were the best! I love the crispness of the fries. The price is based off burger and fries and it's close to $20 which I think is steep. That is not including a drink. Yikes! The restaurant is clean and the staff are friendly. Service was great but the staff did forget my shake and I had to ask 10 minutes after receiving our food.

Thick crinkle fries
Royce S.

Came here for lunch with my wife and friends. First, I made a mistake when checking in. They do have 2 Gender Neutral/ Family bathrooms. I ordered the Zojah Double burger with Fries and a Lemonade. The burger was big ad delicious, my friends were wondering how I was going eat the burger because the smash burger was bigger than the bun. The fries were crispy and delicious, being well seasoned. And the Lemonade was tasty and refreshing.

Chicken sandwich
Flavio L.

The food was very solid. My gf was in the mood for a chicken sandwich and she loved it! The smash burger was great and flavorful! The service was very attentive and catered to us very well!

Burger and fries with grilled onions, sauce, pickles.
Christopher M.

A friend sent us this recommendation from TikTok. And we were in the area. We are NE side people so being on the NW side was a bit of a drive. Clean store, not so great parking. And otherwise just what appears to be a burger place. It was nice. Cashier was nice since we haven't been we asked questions and she answered them well. Explained what was popular and what she liked. I had the jalapeño burger with fries and took it as it came. Grilled onions not fresh and it was beautiful. The jalapeño was fresh and just the right amount of spice. The sauce, the onions, the pickles. Just a great burger. I have reviewed burgers before and the smash burger is new for me. I enjoyed it. A double patty smash burger filled me up and I was good. Husband had the regular burger with grilled onion, pickles and sauce. He loved it. They give the right portion of ketchup for us. It handled all the fries I ate and I was happy. A nice crispy Coke Zero to be my drink. The decor was nice the red black color scheme was just enough. I enjoyed the sign so I took a picture. (My dad helps make signs so I have a random appreciation.) Will come back and bring my friend who sent it to us. Maybe make a shopping trip like we did with a trip to the random stores on that side of town.

Angelina W.

The smash burger was pretty good and very filling. Loved loved the fries. Coildnt stop eating them. Chicken sandwich was also pretty good . But prefer the burger. Definitely get a shake. I had the Oreo which was delicious . Next time I go I want the Reese's shake. Service was great! The place was clean and bright.

Triple jalapeño smashburger with fries
Ryan M.

In the lexicon of American comfort food, the burger holds a ubiquitous, almost mundane position. However, rare moments occur when the execution of this staple transcends the ordinary and enters the realm of the sublime. ZOJAH Burger is one such establishment. To label this place a mere "burger joint" would do it and you, Dear Reader, a great disservice; ZOJAH has become my new gold standard for smashburgers. The name of the restaurant struck me initially as Middle Eastern, but the staff informed me that "ZOJAH" (all caps) is a portmanteau derived from owner Alvin Garlito's three children: Zoe, Isaiah, and Elijah. The name serves as a clever, perhaps unintentional, double entendre--a literal "smashup" of names for a place specializing in the art of the smashburger. Upon entering ZOJAH, I noted the level of care applied to the environment. In an industry often plagued by grease-slicked floors and dirty tables, ZOJAH is immaculate. The attention to sanitation and order signaled a disciplined kitchen, a great first impression. The service matches the environment. The staff demonstrated a genuine warmth that felt ingratiating rather than transactional. During my visit, the attentiveness was palpable; one employee approached my table proactively to offer a refill on my root beer before I had even realized I was running low. The centerpiece of the menu is, of course, the smashburger. The magic begins with the intense heat of the griddle. The beef is smashed flat, maximizing the surface area against the scorching metal. This technique pushes the Maillard reaction--the chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars--to its absolute limit. The result is a patty with edges that are crisp, lacey, and desiccated (see my photos). These dark, caramelized fringes offer a savory crunch that provides a textural counterpoint to the tender interior of the meat. What elevates the ZOJAH burger is the kitchen's onion technique. The chef presses thinly sliced white onions directly into the patties as they cook. As the beef fat renders, the tallow washes over the onions, softening them and infusing them with a rich, umami depth. The onions do not merely sit atop the burger; they integrate into the meat, creating a savory unity that is impossible to achieve with raw or pre-caramelized onions. The toppings are all well balanced. American cheese is the only logical choice for this application; its emulsifying salts allow it to melt rapidly and completely, cascading into the nooks and crannies of the searing hot beef. Thick-sliced kosher pickles provide a bright, vinegary snap that cuts through the richness of the meat and cheese. Fresh-cut, thin-sliced jalapeños impart a subtle, creeping heat that enhances the savory notes without overwhelming them. Binding it all together is the special sauce--likely a house blend of mayonnaise and ketchup--which adds a creamy tang to every bite. ZOJAH applies the same rigor to their crinkle-cut fries as they do their burgers. Unlike the vegetable oil standard used by most fast- and fast-casual restaurants, ZOJAH fries their potatoes in beef tallow. This traditional method, largely abandoned by the fast-food industry decades ago, imparts a savory, meaty complexity that vegetable oil simply cannot replicate. The tallow creates a superior crust while leaving the interior pillowy and soft, resulting in a crisp, deliciously desiccated fry. If you follow my reviews (and you really should), then you know I can be a tough critic. I seldom lavish such praise upon a burger, but the team at ZOJAH deserves the recognition. As word of mouth spreads--hopefully due in part to my review--I expect the lines to become increasingly long. Highly recommended!

Zojah Smash Burger with crinkle-cut fries.
Carol W.

Wowza! The smash burger, crinkle-cut fries, strawberry shake.....SO DELICIOUS! Seriously, everything was fresh, hot, tasty. My husband had a Reese's shake and it was chock-full of Reese's bits, my strawberry shake was great. I love a good burger and this is definitely one! Very nice staff. We will be back.

ZOJAH Burger..
Kel S.

May be the "go to" for burger spot in San Antonio moving forward.. Chris Madrids, Chesters, are great but this spot is in the discussion.. Very delicious Smash Burger!!

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Andrew A.

Bro this stuff is off the chain. First off the gallon of the front taking orders is fabulous. Very friendly informative to make you feel immediately welcome. She gets it. Second crinkly fries and beef tallow is genius he's the best way to do Fries. I'm a fan of Katsu chicken which moved to their old location. I have the hot chicken sandwich combo and it had a ton of flavor. But good amount of spice excellent crunch cook all the way through with just the right amount of condiments. Going to have to try the jalapeno double smash of fries next. It's the beef hamburgers are as good as the chicken sandwiches, they're going to do good. A bit high-priced and milkshakes at seven dollars is hard for me to get one. Overall food quality cleanliness friendly staffs Quick Service and excellent crunch on the chicken sandwich makes it worth it. Great Job!

Matt G.

New smash burger spot. Hit or Miss? Unfortunately was a miss for me on multiple levels. The burger had no seasoning or flavor with a side of salt and fries. Fries were crazy salty. Zojah house sauce? Couldn't tell you. We asked for it on the side. It did not get included with our order. Chicken bites were actually really good. If I went back I'd get the chicken bites. Hits - chicken bites and the bread on the smash burger. Misses - the actual burger meat, the fries, and not being able to add the house sauce. Go try for yourself.

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Saw this on Insta and had to come try it after work. Nice employees. Clean bathrooms. Bomb AF burgers. Will add this to my rotation.

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Amazing smash burger - crispy edges!! The double smash was great and very filling. The shakes are awesome too!

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