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A native San Diegan who has previously lived in OB, Olsen noted she has \u201cworked in restaurants my whole life,\u201d though this is her first venture co-owning one. She said she grew up with a dad who \u201cfavored cheeseburgers,\u201d adding that inspired her to invest in her own burger place allowing her to \u201cput her own twist on it.\u201d<\/p>\n
But there is a lot more at Whomp than just burgers. The simple but exciting menu includes chicken wings, sandwiches, and as well as baskets of fries or tots. There is even a root beer float for kids of all ages.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is awesome,\u201d said Olsen of their signature dessert adding, \u201cThey have whipped cream, sprinkles, and little licorice sticks. The kids love them. We also have coloring books and tabletop games for the kids, as well as a back patio that you can rent out for an event.\u201d<\/p>\n
Olsen noted her restaurant also serves craft beer on tap and wine. Whomp also offers pickup and online ordering. There is a breakfast menu on Sundays that includes breakfast burgers and related items like sausage, bacon, eggs, hash browns, and cheese.<\/p>\n
And what of the name? Olsen explained it comes from a boogie and body boarding term.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy business partner was a bodyboarder growing up and he would say, \u2018\u2019I\u2019m going to get whomped,\u2019\u201d Olsen said. \u201cWhen we were playing around with names, we put it on the list as a joke. Then it kind of became everyone\u2019s favorite name.\u201d<\/p>\n
Olsen added the business name also goes well with the \u201990s theme they\u2019re cultivating at Whomps, which includes boogie boards on the walls, \u201990s movie quotes, and similar memorabilia from that era.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s really fun,\u201d concluded Olsen of Whomp Burger & Brew. \u201cIt\u2019s just a fun space \u2013 and nostalgic. We have a friendly staff who welcomes you when you come in. It\u2019s like hanging out with your friends. Come in for the high fives, good times, and great burgers.\u201d<\/p>\n
WHOMP BURGER & BREW<\/p>\n
Where: 1774 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.<\/p>\n
Hours: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays.<\/p>\n