Hodad's Ocean Beach

Hodad’s, Ocean Beach, San Diego After a long day of traveling, Hodad’s in Ocean Beach truly hit the spot. Their double cheeseburger was absolutely delicious—juicy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The nostalgia of the place, combined with the laid-back OB vibe, made the meal feel like a warm, welcome hug. The service was outstanding, with the staff helping each other out seamlessly, creating an environment that felt both friendly and efficient. If you’re ever in the area and in need of a great burger and a dose of local charm, Hodad’s is the perfect stop.

This is a must-visit spot for burger lovers! One of the best things about this place is how customizable the burgers are. You can even get them lettuce-wrapped if you’re looking for a lighter option. The portions are generous, and the fries are absolutely delicious, crispy on the outside and perfectly seasoned. While the line can get long, it moves quickly, and the wait is well worth it. The staff is super friendly, adding to the vibrant and cozy atmosphere that makes the experience even better. Plus, its location is just a block from the beach, so after enjoying your meal, you can take a nice stroll along the ocean. If you’re in San Diego and craving a fantastic burger, Hodad’s is definitely the place to go!

I was on a short trip in San Diego for an event for work, I only had one free day, and Hodad’s was on my top 3 MUST place to eat! Well I had very high expectations, you know what? It was above and beyond! Lord most probably the best burger I ever had in my life! My beer as also very good. Service was amazing and the place itself, I just love the vibe, totally my kind of place!!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic Hodads restaurant, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming and vibrant, with friendly staff ready to assist. The menu offered a great variety of burgers, each crafted with high-quality ingredients. I opted for the bacon cheeseburger, and it was absolutely delicious. The patty was juicy and cooked to perfection, the cheese melted just right, and the fresh toppings added a wonderful crunch. The onion rings were a delightful treat. To top it all off, their milkshakes were thick, creamy, and bursting with flavor - the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, this burger restaurant provided an outstanding dining experience. The combination of great food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere makes it a must-visit spot for burger lovers. Highly recommended! Parking is very tricky so be patient!

Amazing burgers and great beer. The place has its own unique vibe. License plates and skateboard decks are the main decor. The staff are great and take awesome care of you. A must visit when in San Diego.

All around amazing experience here. Super close to the beach. Nice to look at all the cool things hanging from the walls. Service was super friendly, food was absolutely delicious and the beers were truly divine!

Been coming here for over 25 years. Traveled all over this country and this is STILL the best burger I've ever had! The service has always been amazing, cool little OB spot with it's own personality. NEVER CHANGE!

Amazing all around! The atmosphere is super fun and creative, the quality of the food is nothing short of spectacular! Fresh, high quality, flavorful! It’s possible they put crack in the fries because you can’t stop eating them!! 🤣 the burgers amazing! The tuna melt is fresh and flavorful (get it on sourdough), the onion rings are crispy and salty and light! The chicken tenders are tender!! The blue cheese burger hits the spot! The Guido is super flavorful and delicious! Staff are awesome!

Legendary San Diego burger place that I had never been to, but two of my kids have gone to several times. My daughter thought it was just ok, but that's because she doesn't like burgers and doesn't eat big portions. My son absolutely loves it. Made me buy the $9 shake and ate half of it (he never does that but this shake WAS amazing). So I've been eating really healthy the past 6 months. Learning about nutrients and that, and how ultra processed food isn't great for you, blah, blah. Of course I'm gonna splurge once in awhile and Hodads was the perfect place! BUT earlier this day I had already splurged with my other son for lunch. And I splurged here. And my son couldn't finish his huge double bacon cheeseburger so what's a good parent supposed to do but finish it for him? Can't walk the beach with leftovers lol. So anyways a couple days later I splurged again at 2 LA iconic restaurants - Smokehouse and Chili John's - and the reason I'm explaining all this is because I haven't had gout for 2+ years but suddenly after these 4 meals in a 6 day period I had the worst gout ever for about 12 days . I'm not blaming Hodads. It was delicious and worth it. But I ate so much bacon leftover from a 1/4 of his sandwich (this is a compliment to how much bacon they put on their burgers) that I'm positive it contributed to my gout. So be prepared. The portion sizes are huge. Eat light before and after you come here. Drink lots of water. Service was fine, ambience was fine, location is perfect. If you're thinking about going - go.

Great burgers, onion rings and fries! I had bacon, blue cheese burger and onion rings. My friend had double cheeseburger and fries. Ambiance is very beach and surf. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive to our every need. One thing I didn't care for was the beef patty was cook really well, too much to make it a perfect burger for my taste. CONCLUSION: Definitely worth going to!

I don't recall how many times already I've been to Hodads in Ocean Beach. My wife and I like to walk around the area for the stores and the beach, and after we walk around, we always pass by Hodads. Most of the time, this location is always packed, so sometimes we just order to go and eat by the beach while watching the sunset. Our usual order here is their DOUBLE BACON CHESSEBURGER, HALF ONION RINGS, and the GUIDO BURGER. Their Double Bacon cheeseburger here is big, the meat is juicy and delicious. The Guido is a normal size but also juicy and good. Half onion rings are a good enough size for 3. Parking is a challenge since it's so close to the beach and so many small stores and places to eat around

Great local joint. I came right at the opening and ordered to-go. The interior was so cool and unique; I love how every space was filled with stickers/frames/license plates--kind of like Barney's in LA. I ordered the mini cheeseburger which tasted good. I still like In 'n Out better but this place was comparable and had local charm. The lady who took my order was so nice.

Hodad's is a landmark in the Ocean Beach area. I had the bacon cheeseburger which is excellent and definitely a large burger. I also had the onion rings with it. This is a major meal. The looks of the inside of the place between the surfboards and the personalized and imported license plates from all over the world is very cool. In addition they have a front of a Volkswagen van with a table in it so you can eat inside of it. It's definitely a fun place to come and enjoy the beach area and a good burger. If you're in the area, definitely give this place a try.

I am SHOCKED this place is so popular. If I'm paying $18 for a double cheeseburger, I'm expecting quality ingredients and a lot of flavor. This burger had neither. It tasted like your average run of the mill burger. Not to mention they loaded way too many condiments in it, so each bite was either all patty or all condiments. I'm disappointed because I heard this was a "'must try" spot in San Diego. Fries were solid, I like wedges Giving 2 stars instead of 1 because one employee saw my bottom bun got destroyed in the condiment fiasco and offered to bring me a new one, toasted. I can confidently say I will never be back

I usually love Hodads but this recent experience was kind of a let down. I ordered the double cheeseburger with fries and the total was $30 which would have been fine if the food lived up to the price. Unfortunately my burger was quite dense and dry. Service was great and my order came out within 20 minutes but the quality has gone down in the past few years. For $30 I wish the burger tasted better. It kind of tasted like a Costco frozen burger that's been over cooked on a grill. Kind of a mid experience.

This place is super famous and has been around since the 60's. We looked them up and knew that they were around for a long time but super famous for their burgers and fries and of course on our first night there that's what we went in and got. this place can get pretty slammed like line out the door. This place is pretty cool inside with all the license plate walls, all of the old surf stuff and they even have an old VW as a small sitting booth. The staff here is super friendly and the food is delicious. Place is super easy to find, you just walk to the back counter order your food and then they will drop it off. Food comes out pretty decently fast and portions are pretty generous. We also end up coming back the next day as well cause fries are killer. So if you're in town, definitely give this place a try.

Hadn't been to Hodad's in years. We've been going to La Jolla the last few years but wanted to change things up. We arrived at Hodad's at 2:30 PM on a Wednesday afternoon and it was 1/4 full, so we decided to sit in the Hodad bus. My wife got a Lettuce wrap cheeseburger and a white wine while I got the Blue Jay Bacon Cheeseburger and a basket of fries plus a beer. The beach vibe is always the best at Hodad's. Enjoy your meal!

Told me to wait outside like a dog. $11 dollar fries. Dismissive service. Better value and quality at somewhere like In-N-Out Burger. Will not return, and do not recommend

HODAD'S: HYPE VS. REALITY I dined in on Saturday at 4ish and seats were available. At 530ish there was a line. Stopped by Hodad's for a burger fix and left... underwhelmed. The burger? Meh--nothing special. I ordered the mini burger. Packed on fillings but the patty was seasonless. The shake? Gigantic and pure, definitely the highlight. But the fries? I miss the smaller, crispier version from years ago. In this case, bigger isn't better. Anyone else feel like Hodad's changed over the years? NEED TO KNOW * Wheelchair could be a problem but I guess they'll move chairs, forget about the bathroom. * I've been intermittent fasting for a month and meat isn't the sane. Maybe that's why the burger was meh "Nostalgia is a powerful thing--it makes the past taste better than the present." #FoodReview #Hodads #SanDiegoEats #Burger #OceanBeach

So simple, yet so good. Hodad's is located steps from the beach and is a super popular spot so be prepared to wait in line. They'll seat you when a table opens up so there's no putting your name down and coming back but the tables do turn fairly quickly. The inside is quirky and eclectic: we sat inside an old VW bus. The burgers were super filling and hit the spot and the onion rings were perfectly crisp. They have a great beer selection as well. Just what you need to complement a day in the sun.

Hodad's is a staple and I can see why. It has a lot of tourists and locals visiting. We arrived right after opening so it was empty. We were seated immediately. I loved how it was surrounded by license plates. Such a cool aesthetic! I kept looking around for my home state Rhode Island. I found two! The servings sizes here are HUGE at such a great price. We both got a a single bacon cheeseburger. The size is wild, this could definitely feed two people. They are messy but pretty good! I probably would get mini next time lol I'm curious how people eat the doubles! I also was craving something sweet and got the vanilla malt shake. I absolutely love that it is OVERFLOWING with ice cream. I am in love with this lol I would come here all the time to get these fi I were close by.

Mini hamburger tasted fresh, id probably get the regular size. Good ingredients and taste, but it's hard to justify the price when innout exists. Onion rings are okay. Great interior decoration and vibe.

Hodad's is so good. I haven't been to this location in like 10 years since it's so far, parking sucks and there's usually a line. We came on a Monday evening and there was no line but only one table available at the time which was ours. The bacon cheeseburger is the best. You must get bacon. I agree the double is a bit too big. My son couldn't finish his. Some of the reviews say the iced tea is the best and so unique. Newsflash it's brisk iced tea from the soda fountain. If you think brisk tea is tasty or unique then I don't think we can trust your opinion. Also the ranch is different but it's definitely not the shelf stable type. Service is fast and friendly. It is pretty overpriced though even though it's good. For reference my husband and I went to applebees a few days before and paid less for 2 meals, an appetizer and 2 alcohol drinks. My son and I got 2 burgers and fries, milkshake and a soda for 20% more

A fun, little joint up the street from the beach. Also the locals love it, so why not try it. Simple menu, burgers, steak fries, shakes, malts and huge crispy fresh onion rings. Service was quick, helpful and entertaining. Clean and beachy, stickers everywhere, surfboards and funny license plates. Be prepared, burgers are a good size, can't imagine a double! We will be back!

i've been coming here for 30 years... i am entertained by the eclectic decor ...it's always a treat to sit inside ...go during slow times to be able to enjoy it. I have always LOVED it so much. it is one of the early spots to draw attention from "non-locals" even before it got the food network push. I learned early to get the mini burger basket....never a regular size it's way too big! I went again recently. I was surprised that they seat you and take your order...well that's nice but it's different. I remember standing in line to order at counter. Either way it's tasty. I purchased an anniversary tee shirt on this visit. it's super soft and comfy! it showcases all the locations I will continue to eat here yum

Love it here. Not an overwhelming menu. Just the classics. Personally, I love splitting a burger here because they're so dang big. The onion rings and the fries are always perfectly crispy. The line moves fast and the workers know how to keep up with the crowds filtering in and out. One of my favorite burgers in San Diego!

It was everything I want from my burger. Juicy, flavorful and with all the standard fixings. There's a reason there's always a line for Hodad's. I was not disappointed even though there's a lot of hype. It was just dang delicious.

Hodad's is an O.B institution and if you happen to be in the area, it is a good place to have a quick meal and if you're in the mood for burgers of course. It's a very lively casual place popular with locals & tourists. The burgers are juicy and even though the prices is on the pricy side I think the huge serving portion is kinda make up for it. I and my friend had Bacon Cheeseburger & Guido burger this evening. I recommend the bacon cheeseburger with fries, And I love their thick cut fries. They don't ask for how would you like your burgers done, All the burgers will come to your table medium well. It's a chaotic, loud and fun place with decent burgers.

Not much more I can say about Hodad's than other's have commented. I had heard alot about the place but not visited until my trip to San Diego last week. The regular size burgers are huge (I split with my husband), but they have smaller sizes if you don't want such a large sandwich. We ordered a half basket of onion rings/fries for the table and honestly the fries were just okay. The onion rings were outstanding so next time I would just get the rings. Service was very friendly. They have a good selection of sodas, local beers and shakes. I got an IPA (served in a frosted mug), and I had no complaints. The chocolate shake we ordered was yummy too.

This is our second time going to Hodad's because the first time we were left wanting more! Their mini burgers are even huge!! And I love how you can get "frings" which is half onion rings and half fries. We split the bacon cheeseburger and frings. I am docking it one star because the service we received this time was okay. I felt a little attitude from the host/server -- then again I can be a little sensitive so who knows! But he threw our menus down and had no enthusiasm to seat us or greet us. But it seemed that every other customer that came he was so excited to see. Not entirely sure what that was about, we are genuinely nice customers :( but that's the only reason I dinged a star. It is so so lively in there and the food tastes amazing and comes out fairly fast! Love the decor and how upbeat it is! Must try!!

I grew up in San Diego and was a regular visitor to Hodad's, but after moving to Tucson, I haven't been back in years. It was so nice to see that nothing has changed. The food was as amazing as always and the classic decor has stood the test of time. My mini cheeseburger was not very mini, but was very delicious. The fries were also great, and our order came up quickly, despite it being a full house. We got there a few minutes before they opened and were seated right away, but there was a wait within 20 minutes, so I still recommend going right around opening. Unless you don't mind a wait, and the food is more than worth it.

Hodad's - The Burger Was So Big I Tried to Negotiate with It. Didn't Work. Still Ate It. Folks, let me tell you something--Hodad's is not just a burger joint, it's a national treasure. A real American institution, like Mount Rushmore or my hair. I walked into the Ocean Beach location, and it smelled like FREEDOM. And bacon. Mostly bacon, which is even better. The burgers? HUGE. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger, and when they brought it out, I thought they were filming a Discovery Channel special. It was so big I asked if it had its own ZIP code. Honestly, it looked like it was created in a lab by very smart people. Beautiful structure--tall, layered, not collapsing like some administrations I won't name. The bacon? Crispy, crunchy, glorious. Looked like it had been voted Most Likely to Succeed in high school. The cheese? Melty. Dreamy. More coverage than CNN talking about me in 2016. Total coverage. The fries? Fantastic. I don't know what they fry them in--maybe jet fuel--but they're perfect. Crispy outside, soft inside. A+ carb content. If potatoes could vote, I'd win Idaho by a million. And the vibe--incredible! Surfboards, stickers, license plates from places I've definitely carried in the electoral college. It's got that laid-back, Southern California cool... which I personally invented. The staff? Friendly, fast, and they treat you like you just cut taxes. The milkshakes? THICK. I had to use upper body strength just to get it through the straw. Luckily, I'm very strong. People say so. Final thoughts: Hodad's is the American Dream in burger form. Big, bold, beefy--just like your favorite former president. You go there hungry, you leave needing a forklift. Honestly, after finishing my burger, I considered declaring a national holiday. Would I return? Folks--I'm considering naming it the next White House Press Room. That's how powerful the experience was. -- Donald J. Burger Boss

Went to Hodad's and the awesome decorated interior and its proximity to the beach was an absolute vibe. My review is solely on the Mini Cheeseburger and wedge fries. I spent a little north of $15 for the two items. The cheeseburger was well put together but was not balanced. The proportion of veggies to meat was around 85% to 15%. I mostly tasted vegetables, which were crunchy, but at the end of the day, they're just vegetables. The buns were standard burger buns, well toasted, but nothing special. I was not satisfied with my burger and it didn't scratch my itch for one. About halfway through, I removed the patty to taste it alone. The patty had a slight sausage-like taste rather than a beefy one and didn't stand out in any way. The seasoning was very light, and for beef alone, it definitely needed some salt. The wedge fries were solid. Crispy, well seasoned, and pillowy on the inside. The portion size was reasonable for the price and I didn't feel cheated. Service was quick and efficient with a big team keeping things running smoothly. I'll be back to try a bigger burger and hoping for a better experience. But based on this visit, the Mini Cheeseburger was not worth it and I definitely won't be ordering it again.

This place has been on my list for a long time. I'm not a huge meat eater, but sometimes I crave a greasy burger. I came here on a somewhat foggy Saturday afternoon and thankfully waited a max of 10 minutes in a short line. The staff was attentive and very nice. Food came out quickly and was the perfect temperature. The inside of the restaurant is filled with stickers on the wall and overall has a unique vibe that you don't see everywhere. My friends and I each ordered the same item, which was a single bacon cheeseburger. We also ordered half frings (combo of fries and onion rings) to share. The portions were HUGE! After clarification from the waitress, I learned that there are 3 different tiers for the burgers: mini, single, and double. From my understanding, the mini cheeseburger is 1/6 lb beef, single is 1/3 lb, and double is 2/3 lb. I barely finished my single cheeseburger, but I think it's because I didn't eat breakfast. (I'm definitely going to order the mini during my next visit instead.) The burger was juicy and flavorful and the bacon was not rubbery, which I liked. In addition, the burger itself was huge; so large that it kind of fell apart toward the end. The onion rings were very crispy and they were served with ranch. I thought that the food was a little expensive and there was a service fee added on top of the tip; maybe this is the "tourist tax." Overall, I'm thankful I tried this establishment. I don't see myself coming back too often since I don't really eat burgers and my health would suffer greatly, but I will probably bring friends and guests from out of town.

Oh Hodad's how I love you. This is my favorite burger joint in the San Diego area. I stop by every time I'm in town. The burgers are huge and juicy and have awesome flavor. The staff are always friendly even though they're constantly busy. And where I do I begin with the onion rings. So crispy- not greasy. It's so so good! I crave their onion rings when back in AZ. I've also had their shakes before. They're HUGE and so good. This is a small burger joint, so I recommend going when they open to avoid the lines. I love the license plate decor and laid back vibes! This is a must try if you're in the area.

I have been eating here for 30 years! I had lived in OB for 5 years! We went for dinner before the Padres game last month.. M.y first bite ruined it for me! THEY CHANGED THE BUNS!!! THAT RUINED THE BURGER COMPLETELY! when you eat something like this and share it with all your friends and family over the years, it is really disappointing that you would think that we couldn't tell. SO, IT'S SO SAD FOR US NOW!

So the kiddo and I were off to San Diego to see a concert later in the day. We didn't know what to get so I let her look some things up while on the way. Over the course of her looking I remember always wanting to eat at Hodad's. I was born and raised in SD but never ate there. The kiddo took a look and said yeeeeaaahhhhh. Located in Ocean Beach, Hodad's is like a party when you walk in. Loud, fun and a whole lotta license plate. There was a wait because this place gets very busy. We sat at the bar and got our order in quickly. The menu is about as big as In N Out but without the secret stuff. After about 10 minutes I'm staring at this big burger sitting on a pile of potato wedges. My first bite I knew it was the right choice to come here. Perfectly cooked patty with tons of fresh crispy veggies. Nothing fancy, nothing groundbreaking. Just a well made cheeseburger. Service was awesome. They all seemed to be having a good time! The kiddo wouldn't mind coming back and neither would I. Hodad's hits all the right notes. Fun place to eat, great service and delicious food. Highly recommended!

Hodads is a must when in San Diego. It's our families favorite no frills great food spot. Expect a wait anytime you go. We have been lucky to catch a few times with no wait. Expect the service to take a bit. It gets busy and they don't have that many people working the front. A mini cheeseburger with grilled onions is my go to with frings. The wedge fries and onion rings are SO stinking good! The milkshakes/malts are a must! They are huge and 1 is good for 2 people. Overall, this spot always hits the mark. It'll continue to be a must visit spot when we're in OB!

Told me to wait outside like a dog instead of sitting inside. I should be able to sit down. I'm disabled and they made me get up and stand outside. Don't understand why, not returning as a customer. Great food but terrible service maybe order on door dash unless you want to be treated like a bitch.

Totally a San Diego bucket list place! The inside is chaotic and loud in the best way. We loved the service, a lot of fun. I got the single bacon cheeseburger and my fiancée got the double. Neither of us managed to finish, much to his chagrin. The burgers were huge! Juicy and totally delicious too!

All burgers were tasty, jucy, favorable and big portion. Single Bacon... 3 yum yums. Bouble Bacon... 3 yum yums Guido Burger.... 3.5 yum yums Onion Rings... 4 yums yums.. crisp and not oily. Atmosphere.... Very casual nice relax. Thous one suggestion... Burly tall service member with short, recommend longer T-shirt or Belt... not feeling eat eating and see but Crack when bendover to plate or service clien.

A San Diego treasure! Hodad's is known for their huge burgers and simple menu. We got the double hamburger and mini bacon cheeseburger. The mini is the size of a typical hamburger (even larger actually) but has tons of flavor! The singles and doubles are definitely larger so if you're not that hungry, I'd recommend the minis. You can also add sides but locals usually add a side of fries or onion rings. The onion rings have the perfect crunch to them, I really recommend to try them! They also only have chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry milkshakes that can also be ordered as a malt! You're absolutely able to take everything to go if you don't finish so don't be intimidated by the size! It's a small spot with chill staff so you can stay a while but during peak times, expect a line out front. Always love coming here

I think this is the best strawberry shake I have ever had! It's sooo delicious! Real ice cream and real strawberries. The fries are wedge fries. They're good. The burger was quite yummy. We substituted grilled onions and cheddar cheese and it made it amazing. I ordered on the app and the wait time was 40 minutes. I checked in 20 minutes early and after I was checked in I had my food in less than 10 minutes. This place is small. It's always crowded because the food is so good!

Such a cool/hip vibe when you enter the store. There are literal walls filled with varying car license plates from all over the country - it's funny to read some of them while you wait for your food. This is a burger spot. You have your typical burgers/cheeseburgers and some specialty ones as well. They also have choice of fries or onion rings or both which are called frings. They also have soda, shakes and beer options as well. Let me tell you... their portions are big! Even their single burger with all the included toppings inside is loaded! My mouth couldn't fit the width of that burger in one bite. The raw onion pieces inside are also so big - you can definitely taste it as you bite into it. The combination of the condiments inside taste great. It is a solid burger. Not knowing that these single burgers are filling enough, my friends and I decided to order a half order of frings (onion rings/fries) to share. We were both surprised at the portion of the "half". The fries literally filled the bottom and the onion rings pile high on top! It was so filling! Onion rings are so good and warm though. Their dipping BBQ sauce tasted delicious and is probably my favorite BBQ sauce out there... Overall, food was great. I left so full. Portions are super big whether it's the burger or the frings. Come hungry and leave full ~

Hodad's is a hip little burger joint in Ocean Beach that was popularized by Guy Fieri on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives a few years back. Inside, they have decent seating with an interesting decor of license plates, signs, and other local treasures. The wait can get long depending on when you go, but I was able to be seated with my party of 4 immediately. I had to order the Guido burger as it's what they're known for. Pastrami, mustard, grilled onions, and a huge burger patty over some pickles made for a decent but very messy burger (it fell apart on my first bite). Their onion rings were excellent, id say better than their potato wedges even. Prices are pretty high for what I'd consider a basic burger, so this can be a nice one-and-done experience for most people.

A fun, raunchy bar slash burger joint near Newport Beach. Loud and rowdy. Workers are hilarious and in the mood to strike up a witty conversation. Definitely worth the visit if you are in the area just to see what the hype is about. The burgers here are solid. You can't go wrong with ordering here as everything is super straight to the point. What you see is what you get. They have their own brand of beer which was pretty bomb. My girlfriend doesn't really like beer so they offered her cider and she absolutely loved it. Her new thing to drink is cider now but apparently it's a San Diego thing. Being a Vegas resident no one drinks that down here so it was fun to get a taste of what the locals like there. I also tried the guido burger that was inspired by guy fieri. Honestly, wasn't my thing with the pastrami but I can see why people like it. Still good overall. A San Diego choice spot

No photos because after a long day of fishing we got the burgers to-go and didn't want to wait in line! Be prepared to come and wait if you want to dine-in this popular spot. We got a double cheese burger, a guido burger, basket of onion rings, and a chocolate milkshake (aka the quintessential american meal LOL). I enjoyed my guido burger but the pickles were a bit too tart for my taste and the mustard was overpowering. My partner had the double cheese burger which he said was the size of his head and super juicy. They don't skimp on the portions here, half of my burger is still in the fridge. My favorite bites were 1000% the onion rings and the chocolate milkshake!! I've never enjoyed a chocolate milkshake this much before. The way the make it is so rich and creamy with the PERFECT amount of chocolate flavor in it. Cannot recommend the shake enough (this is coming from someone who usually doesn't opt for chocolate options). The onion rings' batter were so crispy and well made, we wish we got two baskets LOL!! The ambiance is very beach side diner (stickers galore) and there are two bathrooms inside so no worries if you've been out all day and need relief! The workers are all kind and upbeat. Go check out a popular spot in SD!

Saturday @ lunch wait about 10 minutes. Service was an Ocean Beach vibe. This was the first stop on our San Diego burger tour so we had the meal spit between the four of us. Everyone in the group gave this a 8/10. Great size. Good flavor. Thin break and full of toppings. Meat was a little dry.

Hodad's was at the top of my sister's (who used to live in San Diego) list to go to when I mentioned we were visiting. We were not disappointed! The burgers were perfection, my picky 5 year old son (a French fry connoisseur) LOVED the fries, and the chocolate malt shake was (literally) over the top! Aside from that, the service was so welcoming, which is always appreciated.

An ocean beach classic. The burger sizes are depending on the weight of the meat- I got the mini which was the smallest patty. Too many onions come on the burger for my likening but I just take a couple off, no problem. Otherwise it's an amazing burger! Their French fries are super tasty too! I had to buy a Halloween shirt to take home.

My son and DH raved about Hodad's on their last visit to SD. So naturally, I wanted to see what all the hype was about. Friendly, chill welcome up front when we entered. We were seated in a booth and service was attentive with a team-based approach. Anyone working there is helpful if you ask and it's not just your server. There's cute seating inside a Volks van within the restaurant. This is a super casual surfer hangout place. There are license plates adorning the walls going back many years. Between the three of us, we split the half rings and fries basket. Great value and the o-rings were so good! Plus, even my vegan burger was great too! These burgers are so thick, you would need to unhinge your jaw to bite through your first bite. Highly recommend and will be back. Parked in the lot.

My stepdad talks about Hodad's all the time, so whenever we're in OB, we always visit. It's all good vibes and hearty burgers here! The servers were quick and bubbly and very kind if we needed anything. It's always busy here, but we waited only like 10 minutes for our burgers after ordering. The burger was filling and delicious, and between my mom and I, we had plenty of fries to take back to the hotel! Make Hodad's a part of your San Diego trips!

Ok came here because of a TikTok and I'm glad I did! The food was delicious! A bit messy and a little hard to manage but worth the use of a few napkins! The service was fine enough. They were incredibly busy and doing the best they could with the staff on hand! The ambiance is a hole in the wall type environment and a little kitschy. You're not coming here for that, you're coming here for the burgers and the milkshakes! Would recommend checking it out!

I can never get enough Hodads in my life. I have flown in for 7 hours on the ground from Denver to get myself a Hodads burger. This place is the absolute best. the best burger. The best staff. The best location. I love it all. I even have a Hodads tattoo on my arm. I have been going to this place for 20 years and it has never once disappointed me. Ever. I love the feeling you get while sipping a Hodads brewed beer and taking in all of the cool stuff to look at inside. I have fun just sitting there reading the license plates. The milkshakes are bomb, the onion rings are killer and the burgers are the BEST! Can't wait to get another one!

Iconic burger joint in Ocean Beach neighborhood area of San Diego! Setup as the hamburger and beer shop for surfer beach bums, Hodad's is nationally known!! Featured by Guy Fieri on triple Ds, one burger is named after him - The Guido burger!!! Interior of the establishment is decorated with surfer memorabilia, while original personalized license plates are decorating interior walls from floor to ceiling! In fact our server mentioned that they do provide a free burger in exchange for the license plate, but they got more plates then they could use.... Burgers are incredible!!! Blue Jay burger is an incredible burger! Likely the best blue cheese burger I ever had! It is also equally messy to eat!!! It is juicy and full of flavor each us made to order! Onion rings were pretty good as well, and servings are huge!!!

I usually get the Bluejay or a regular cheeseburger, but today I wasn't in the mood for a burger so I tried a the tuna sandwich. OMGEEE, that was the best tuna I have had. And of course great vibes and service.

I was told to try this place by a local and it turned out to be such a mediocre burger place. Nothing special at all. I can't believe they claim to be the world's best burger. It's more of the world's burger nightmare. On top of that, the service was world's worst. Make sure you double check your bill because they randomly add items you never order. Will never go back again. Even the burgers at the nearby hotels are better.