Burger Bodega
Hamburger restaurant · Memorial
4520 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007
Highlights
NYC bodega-style smash burgers, chopped cheese, and shakes
NYC bodega-style smash burgers, chopped cheese, and shakes
"A locally owned spot led by Houston rapper Bun B that specializes in smash burgers and elevated chopped cheeses, staying open late (often until 3 a.m. on Saturdays) for concert-night crowds." - Jesse Sparks
"With its unique decor modeled after a New York bodega, this Heights burger joint has become a go-to for many Houstonians’ burger cravings. Order the classic smash burger with grilled onions and the creamy Bodega sauce, or the show-stopping chopped cheese: diced beef patties, cheese, peppers, and onions on a hoagie roll. Other options, like fries piled high with beef and cheese sauce, are also available. Don’t forget the milkshake, which comes in vanilla, chocolate, mango lassi, and Vietnamese coffee flavors. Pro-tip: Kick up the flavor of any burger or fries with the Burger Bodega’s spicy mayo." - Brittany Britto Garley
"A Washington Avenue burger shop styled after a New York bodega that offers classic smash burgers with grilled onions and a creamy house sauce, a show-stopping chopped cheese on a hoagie roll, loaded fries with beef and cheese sauce, and distinctive milkshakes (vanilla, chocolate, mango lassi, Vietnamese coffee); the owner regularly programs high-profile collaborations with other chefs—producing limited-edition sandwiches like brisket-topped burgers, Taiwanese beef chopped cheese, beef rendang smash burgers, and a shrimp burger—and stages special events such as multi-course omakase-style menus." - Brittany Britto Garley
"Among the top smash burger restaurants in Houston, Burger Bodega’s whimsical outpost on Washington Avenue mimics a New York City-style bodega and features an airy rooftop patio. Pair a double-patty smash burger or chopped cheese with a mango or Vietnamese coffee milkshake, and then head upstairs to enjoy the quaint outdoor space overlooking the bustling street below. Beware — there’s little shade on this patio, so it’s best enjoyed when it’s not too sunny out." - Marcy de Luna
"With its unique decor modeled after a New York bodega, this Heights burger joint has become a go-to for many Houstonians’ burger cravings. Order the classic smash burger with grilled onions and the creamy Bodega sauce, or the show-stopping chopped cheese: diced beef patties, cheese, peppers, and onions on a hoagie roll. Other options, like fries piled high with beef and cheese sauce, are also available. Don’t forget the milkshake, which comes in vanilla, chocolate, mango lassi, and Vietnamese coffee flavors." - Brianna Griff
