One of the ultimate “American foods” is the hamburger. Almost every restaurant menu includes some kind of burger made of beef, bison or beans, and topped with everything from bacon and eggs to avocado and a\u00efoli, while served on a variety of brioche, buttermilk or ciabatta buns. But no matter what kind of burger hits the spot for you, while visiting the beach communities in May, celebrate National Burger Month by sampling some of the best in San Diego. To help you out, the San Diego Community Newspaper Group offers some savory suggestions: LA?JOLLA BEACH BURGER \u2014 One of the most popular is the Cali Beach Burger, which includes Monterey Jack cheese, fresh avocado, Thousand Island dressing, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, on a toasted bun. This eatery is just the spot you need to grab a quick, delightful burger before heading to La Jolla Shores.
\n2152 Avenida De La Playa
\n858-352-6248
\nbeachburgersd.com HENNESSEY\u2019S TAVERN \u2013 You know this restaurant specializes in burgers when instead of “employee of the month,” it has “burger of the month.” This month\u2019s winner is the Nacho Hangover Burger, which includes a traditional patty, bacon, nacho cheese, fried onions, tater tots, fried egg, and jalape\u00f1o slices. This neighborhood restaurant has an old-school feel with second-floor deck.
\n7811 Herschel Ave.
\n858-551-8772\u00a0
\nhennesseystavern.com GEORGE\u2019S AT THE COVE \u2014 One of their best is the Grass Run Farms Beef Burger. This burger includes house spread, lettuce, tomato, pickles, caramelized onions, and comes with a side of fries. There is also the option to add cheddar or blue cheese, bacon, or avocado to go with the spectacular views.
\n1250 Prospect St.\u00a0
\n858-454-4244
\ngeorgesatthecove.com SMASHBURGER \u2014 This well-known burger joint is a popular spot for all the burger lovers. There are so many to try, but one that should be on your list is the Spicy Baja with Guac made with fresh sliced jalape\u00f1os, guacamole, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo on a spicy chipotle bun. You also have the option to order this burger as a single or double.
\n1000 Prospect St.\u00a0
\n858-900-3355
\nsmashburger.com HARRY\u2019S COFFEE SHOP \u2014 This might just seem like a breakfast place by name, but it\u2019s much more. They serve both breakfast and lunch items, and one of the “local\u2019s favorites” you might want to try is their old school Patty Melt \u2013 a hamburger patty with cheddar cheese served on grilled rye bread with hash-browns (make sure to ask for grilled onions). 7545 Girard Ave.
\n858-454-7381
\nharryscoffeshop.com DUKE\u2019S LA JOLLA \u2014 With one of the most stunning views in San Diego, this restaurant has many options for outside seating; as well as delectable burgers. Absolutely try the Chef\u2019s Cheeseburger that includes a half-pound Angus chuck, brisket, and hanger grind, smoked cheddar, bacon jam, pickled Maui onions, arugula, and a ciabatta bun with fries.
\n1216 Prospect St.
\n858-454-5888
\ndukeslajolla.com PACIFIC BEACH ROCKY\u2019S CROWN PUB \u2014 The go-to must-have burger in San Diego is the half-pound cheeseburger with a combination of lettuce, tomatoes,\u00a0cheese, onions (gilled or raw), pickles and mayonnaise. It\u2019s simple, yet delicious. Constantly rated as one of the best burgers in America\u2019s Finest City, after one bite, you\u2019ll understand why. Rocky\u2019s is a cash-only restaurant with a menu of only burgers and fries \u2013 so don\u2019t try to order chicken or salad \u2013 and don\u2019t come in with attitude. Just sit back and enjoy a burger, beer and the Padres on TV. 3786 Ingraham St.\u00a0
\n858-273-9140\u00a0
\nrockyburgers.com BARE BACK GRILL \u2014 This New Zealand-themed eatery serves many spectacular burgers, but the one that stands out is the Hogs and Heffers Burger. Loaded with 100 percent organic beef, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion, sweet tomato chutney, aioli, and cheese, your tastebuds will thank you. Hang out at the bar or engulf your burger and beer outside on their patio that has a view of the boardwalk.
\n4640 Mission Blvd.\u00a0
\n858-274-7117\u00a0
\nbarebackgrill.com THE PATIO ON LAMONT STREET \u2014 One of their most popular burgers is the turkey burger, which comes with Swiss cheese, roasted tomato, red onion, arugula, and garlic a\u00efoli with the sesame bun. As the name suggests, this dog-friendly restaurant has a relaxed patio atmosphere, where you can soak in the sun while eating with friends and family.
\n4445 Lamont St.\u00a0
\n858-412-4648\u00a0
\nthepatioonlamont.com SECOND NATURE \u2014 This north PB restaurant has an extensive brunch menu, but also offers burgers and truffle fries for lunch and dinner. For non-meat eaters, check out their Plant-Based Burger, which is a 20-gram protein burger with butter lettuce, vine-ripe tomatoes, onions, and roasted garlic a\u00efoli. Second Nature has an open feel with plenty of outside sitting.
\n5026 Cass St.\u00a0
\n858-247-5236
\nsecondnaturepb.com MISSION BEACH DRAFT MISSION BEACH \u2014 This Mission Beach staple serves extraordinary burgers, but one stand-out is the Bison Burger. With poblano pepper, grilled onions, Muenster cheese, and cumin mayonnaise, you will be recommending this burger to everyone. Located right on the Boardwalk for fun people-watching and ocean views.
\n3105 Ocean Front Walk
\n858-228-9305
\ndraftsandiego.com SAND BAR SPORTS BAR AND GRILL \u2014 If you\u2019re a big sports fan, this is definitely a good burger spot to check out. While you gather here to watch the game, try out the Diablo Burger. Made with chipotle a\u00efoli, habanero jelly, fresh jalape\u00f1os, pepper jack cheese, crispy\u00a0onion seeds, and spicy guacamole, your tastebuds are in for a treat.
\n718 Plaza Ventura
\n858-488-1274
\nsandbarsportsgill.com POINT LOMA BANZAI\u00a0BAR \u2014 This spot near Pechanga Arena has\u00a0plenty of burger options. However, one of\u00a0the burgers to check out is the Brussel Burger, which comes with\u00a0crispy Brussel sprouts, parm, house sauce, balsamic glaze,\u00a0and bacon to go with the one-third pound patty.\u00a0This bar\u00a0supports the Gulls, Seals, Sockers, and Flight (basically, teams that play in Pechanga Arena) so be prepared to root for the local athletes.
\n3048 Midway Drive
\n619-501-5458
\nbanzaibar.com SLATERS\u00a050\/50 \u2014 The slogan for this restaurant is “Burgers. Bacon. Beer,”\u00a0so this is a good place to be for National Hamburger Month.\u00a0One of the burgers that stands\u00a0out among the\u00a0rest is the B\u2019B\u2019B\u2019 Bacon Burger, made of 50\/50 beef and bacon blend, bacon, bacon\u00a0American cheese,\u00a0thick-cut bacon, sunny-side up egg, and bacon island dressing on a\u00a0brioche bun. Slaters\u00a050\/50 even has a big burger statue outside of\u00a0it, so you can\u2019t miss it.
\n750 Dewey Road, Ste. 193
\n619-398-2600
\nslaters5050.com HARBOR TOWN PUB \u2014 This neighborhood pub has an extensive list of burgers to try, but one that you should definitely order is the Steakhouse\u00a0Burger. In it, is a half-pound beef patty, grilled onions, crispy onions, blue cheese, blue cheese mayo, all\u00a0served on a brioche bun. The burgers also come with fries. After eating tasty burgers, play\u00a0some of the old-school arcade games they have in the back.
\n1125 Rosecrans St.\u00a0
\n619-224-1321
\nharbortownpub.com OCEAN BEACH HODAD\u2019S \u2014 This joint has become iconic \u2013 and not just because it has been featured by Guy Fieri on Food Network\u2019s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.” Their almost cult-like following is well earned with amazing burgers, a beach-grunge vibe, and craft beers from Hodad\u2019s Brewing Co. The line out the door is there for a reason. For something different, try the Guido Burger, which happens to be inspired by Fieri, who has visited several times. The burger includes Pastrami, ketchup, pickles, Swiss cheese, grilled onions, and spicy brown mustard.
\n5010 Newport Ave.\u00a0
\n619-224-4623
\nhodadies.com RAGLAN PUBLIC HOUSE \u2014 This New Zealand-inspired restaurant has several different burgers to choose from here, but one burger that is a must-try among the many is the Kiwilango Burger. This burger is a 100 percent organic grass-fed beef patty, with sliced jalape\u00f1os, bleu cheese, hot sauce, and tortilla chips. Go get a taste of these Kiwi-inspired burgers in San Diego.
\nCalle tocino 1851\u00a0
\n619-794-2304
\nraglanpublichouse.com ROYALE \u2014 If you\u2019re hungry for dinner, or a late-night burger, then Royale is the place for you. During the week, they open at 4 p.m. (10 a.m. on the weekends) and stay open late so that late-night burger craving could be solved by the Royale with Cheese. This burger, inspired by “Pulp Fiction,” is a one-third pound beef patty, with bacon, gruyere cheese, caramelized onion, special sauce, mustard, pickles, and served on a buttermilk bun.
\n4204 Voltaire St.\u00a0
\n619-431-5653
\nroyalesd.com MOTHER\u2019S SALOON \u2014 Not only is this a great place to watch sports \u2013 especially the Oregon Ducks, seeing as how Mother\u2019s is the team\u2019s official home \u2013 but it\u2019s also a great place for burgers. The Big Philly Burger is topped with Philly-style meat, lettuce, tomato, and your choice of cheese along with a side of fries or tots. Sports, burgers and beers are always a good combination, and Mother\u2019s Saloon has plenty of that. 2228 Bacon St.
\n619-221-8100
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