Del's Charcoal Burgers

It is a no frills place for good burgers, sandwiches, and hot dog. Overall it is bit expensive for the portions. The hamburger quality is good. Onion rings are excellent but very small portions. Same is true for fries. Overall worth a visit and its upto you if you would like to visit again. I may not. Parking can be a serious challenge. Limited place to dine in.

I absolutely love this place! The food is always fresh and full of flavor. We had the mushroom burger and the turkey burger, and both were cooked perfectly juicy, well seasoned, and loaded with taste. The quality of the ingredients really stands out, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff is super friendly, and the owner is very nice, patient, and truly makes you feel at home. The service is quick without ever feeling rushed. Whether it’s lunch, dinner, or just a craving, this is my go to spot all day, every day. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal

Absolutely one of the best burgers I’ve ever had! You can’t find a better value for money anywhere. The service was quick and efficient, and the whole experience was great. Highly recommend!

The #11 double cheese burger was classic and flavor packed with the best mustard along with the charcoal taste of the patty, The #12 Texas cheese burger has the hickory sauce that beats any other bbq sauce- I would go for the added patty if you’re very hungry. The onion rings were amazing, I would do the regular fries instead of curly- or maybe we just got the odd batch. ORDER THE APPLE PIE with your order- they bring it out a few minutes after the burger and it’s the perfect temperature to eat by the time you get to it after your meal as it’s very hot. It was flakey and crunchy on the outside, and gooey spiced apple goodness on the inside.

I found myself wanting a good burger and came across Dale‘s charcoal burgers. I recall having them a few years ago. It was delicious. However, this time around it tasted fairly mediocre. There was some good qualities to the food. However, the the beef used wasn’t fresh. It taste like a frozen patty. I was expecting more homestyle like my first experience and now I have to find a better burger.#lacking

Cute little place that has been in business since1957. The burgers had a great charcoal flavor. We had the mushroom burger. The homemade Root Beer was delicious! The only thing is parking is limited . There are a couple tables outside. It is worth it! Will definitely be back to try the salmon burger and Philly cheesesteak and onion rings next. We had to get it to go and it was an hour long ride but it was still delicious!

Great standalone restaurant with ample street parking. Restaurant has been around since 1957 but had been maintained well. A dog friendly patio is available out front. Service could be a tad friendlier. Burgers are charbroiled so they have a flavor your don't usually get. They have a good variety of burgers and dogs to choose from. And don't forget your fried Twinkie, 😊

Del’s Charcoal Burgers is more than just a restaurant — it’s a Richardson staple. Family owned since 1957, when Del Smith first opened the doors, this place has built a loyal following through its dedication to fresh ingredients, charcoal-grilled flavor, and a love for nostalgia. It’s the kind of spot where great food meets great memories, and you can feel the family pride in every bite. We ordered two burgers: the Texas Cheeseburger loaded with cheese, bacon, jalapeño, lettuce, tomato, hickory sauce, and mayo — a perfect mix of smoky heat and creamy richness — and a Classic Cheeseburger with cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and mustard, which hit all the right notes for a timeless favorite. When it came to sides, we couldn’t decide, so we went all in with fries, onion rings, and tater tots. All three were solid, but the onion rings and especially the tater tots were the standouts — crispy, golden, and addicting. Del’s is flavorful, consistent, and steeped in local tradition. Whether you’re a longtime fan or visiting for the first time, it’s the kind of place that reminds you why classic burgers never go out of style. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We recently visited Del's last weekend and I was super impressed. My fiancé and I tried the Chili Cheese Burger and Onion Rings while he got a Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries. The Chili cheese burger was 10/10 tasted like homemade chili on a good smash burger which is my favorite type. The Onion Rings were perfect, the onion didn't pull out when you took a bite which is what frustrates me about them. The fries were amazing and my fiancé throughly enjoyed his burger. It's a cute little local restaurant on the corner in downtown Richardson where it seems like everyone knows everybody and it's a cute local spot. There is outdoor and indoor seating which is nice. The service was a little slow but we did go during the Saturday lunch rush so we didn't mind. I can't wait to go back and try some other burgers.

Enjoyed the burgers. The chili was also good. The fried cherry pie was a highlight for the meal. root beer was solid. Onion rings were just okay, but the fries were good. Nice people and busy setting up for a catering job when we were there. Retro in all ways, except price, on that, they are very modern.

Mushroom Swiss burger was high quality ingredients but not particularly seasoned or flavorful. The mushrooms detracted from the burger rather than enhancing the experience due to the lack of seasoning and flavor. Onion rings were good. Diet Coke didn't taste great. $14+ for this isn't something I'll repeat. If you go, order something else.

Del's Charcoal Burgers is a charming vintage burger restaurant that takes you back to the late 50s/early 60s. The restaurant is counter order. The burger took about 10 minutes to arrive after ordering (despite being busy)! The woman working the counter was friendly. Inside the restaurant is first come first serve seating. They have a lot of trinkets from the 60s decorated all over the wall. The burger itself was so good! You can taste the charcoal's smokiness on the burger. My husband ordered some onion rings, and I ordered fries. I would pass on the fries! They were not the best fries. Kind of hard and not well seasoned. The onion rings were good though!

Del's Charcoal was exactly what I was looking for and more. In fact, I was so busy eating their delicious burgers that I wasn't able to take pictures for my review until I was halfway done. Their charburgers are amazing! Looks like they've been around for awhile and it definitely shows. Very close to home for me and really nails the charburger experience. It has all the 50s diner stuff like all the rest do, but they kept their old style menu that gives the whole place a hole-in-the wall burger feel. The food, price, and quality was great. Their root beer is also exceptional! Would recommend for your charburger fix.

Del's was recommended to us when we were in Richardson so we had to give it a try! They've been there since 1957 and I love the decore! I got a cheese burger and fries. In hindsight I wish I had gotten curly fries or tater tots, but the fries were good. The burgers are old school grilled with "never frozen" ground beef. We tried the fried pie AND a fried Twinkie. Both were excellent! Two burgers with fries (one with cheese) a tea and a water was $20.65 The Twinkie and pie $6.48 Everyone's prices have gone up, so no surprise there. The staff was friendly, food was good, I recommend it!

Classic burgers served in a classic spot. Not much more to say. Great food at a great price

Never fear we got back and it was worth it again. I posted new photos of street parking after major renovation of entire downtown area. Interior looks much the same so no worries they would spoil a 67+ year old look. Got two cheese burgers of course along with tater tots.

Minimal parking space since it's downtown and an older location. A maximum of about 10 spots and they're shared with the nearby businesses. Ambiance is very classic, with images of Elvis and Marlyn Monroe and a few other 50/60s American icons. Extremely strong "mom and pop", vibes. You can also smell the food from outside which is pretty good indicator of the cooling going on.

Over time, this place has really reserved a place in my memory. The home grown atmosphere, the warm welcomes, and the delicious menu items really makes me want to come here for a meal, even when Im not wanting to "go out". Everything from the meat to the veggies is fresh and carefully prepared which is not what you would expect from a burger joint. I come in every time expecting this place to be over hyped by people trying to find the next best thing, but I always leave feeling more than I should for a meal experience. These guys do an excellent job and have never left me feeling dissatisfied. I find myself sitting in the restaurant wondering what the building has experienced and wanting to add my own impression on the downtown Richardson area. When it come to places I will always visit when Im around no matter how far away I live, this is on the radar.

Still Rockn and Rollin! I recently visited on a Sat afternoon, it was packed inside. Granted it's small inside. I order #13 chicken sammie with avocado and cheese, small fry. Of course a frosted mug root beer. Last time I was here was back in 2002. Same great taste same great root beer. CONGRATS to Dels for still making great food

You order at the counter just as you do in any fast food restaurant, so there's no table service to speak of. However, the hamburgers are great and so are the fries.

I have gone to this place for almost 20 years. Never have I ever had a bad experience. It was always a good experience with the Dad and Son at the counter. Until a few days ago the son was taking a break and a woman served me at the counter. There was 3 in my group. I ordered a cheese burger with just ketchup and a root beer float with extra ice cream a Philly cheesesteak with onion rings and a root beer last a cheeseburger with union rings and a root beer floats. Total came out to $43 to witch I was taken of guard by how expensive it was. Granted I could have handled it better but asked the Son to check it out and he did. It wasn't off by much like $5. But what happened next was absolutely wrong. We were the only ones on the clip for food to be cooked. They took their time and purposely messed up our order. Ordered union rings got fries. Cheeseburger with just ketchup got mustard added to it. And to top it off the male cook giving me crap under his voice thinking I don't understand Spanish. Sad to see an employer let an employee talk crap like that. 3 words done done done!

You know it's a great place when the line's out the door. I had a hickory sauce and onions burger. The charcoal taste reminded me of an authentic charcoal bbq grill we had in the 70's. We shared their steak fries which were perfectly fried and seasoned. They also serve root beer on tap in a frosted mug!!! 2 burgers, 1 fries, 2 root beer $18.00

Del's is an absolute gem. Delicious burgers: wonderful flavor, perfectly cooked with just the right amount of char, fresh soft buns, thick sliced cheese. The fries are cooked fresh to order and are always hot. The chili is one if my favorite treats- chili cheese tots or the chili topped burger *chef's kiss*. Absolutely love Del's! One of our favorites!

If you don't have the time or desire to make a charcoal grilled burger, come to this place and you will be thoroughly satisfied. Its tiny and crowded but the food is par excellance

There's def a reason they've been around for multiple generations! Not too many places put a char on ur patty ... it's usually a flat top. The patty melt is next level as well. Amazing old school atmosphere w nice folks. No frills, basic menu, reasonable prices and a historic gem for the city.

Such a quaint little mom and pop shop. The burgers are top notch, their root beer floats are amazing and their apples pies are the perfect way to end a delicious meal.

Del's Charcoal Burgers is my go-to place every month or so. My visit was for the California Chicken Sandwich and I like to add some bacon. Mmmmm. Next time I'll add some BBQ sauce. Del's has the best burgers in Richardson.

Construction in front is kinda annoying but no worries. Nice homey energy. We got the Del Classic and the one with cheese. Also got side of onion rings and curly fries. Comfy classic burger. Nice charred flavor, however I wished there was more sauce or something because I thought it was kind of dry (the one without cheese). Curly fries were solid, but I'm bias and still prefer Arby's because I like my curly fries potatoey and these were very crispy. The onion rings were top tier; so crispy and flavorful without the onion falling out. There was one ring at the bottom that was more like a puck than a ring. Too much batter. Other than that, the price here can't be beat! I would most likely come back here.

I returned to Del's with my son to see if they have gotten better or I caught them on an off day, but I'm sorry to say no. The burger was average at best but at least the cheese was somewhat melted this time and the burger didn't disintegrate in my hand. A lot of praise on Yelp for Del's but not my favorite.

I have been a customer here for literally 8 years. My friend told me about it while in college and we came here almost every day. There isn't a thing on the menu that is bad. Everything tastes amazing. I usually get the mushroom Swiss with turkey bacon and add guacamole. AMAZING. The place is in an older building with older signs and it's owned by the kindest man. They have old signs and a very rustic feel and look to the place. It really is just an amazing place with amazing people. The drinks are all made in house. If the sugar isn't a problem, get the ice cold mug of root beer. AMAZING. All made in house. They also have swamp water (tastes better than it sounds) which is incredible. The pictures are of two sandwiches and I took them after a few bites. I was starving

Their root beer really is something to try, it's delicious. Their Texas cheeseburger is also very good, though I didn't find their jalapeños to be very spicy. I think next time I'll try a double cheeseburger because their patties are so thin (but good). I came during lunch rush and I had to wait about 20 minutes, so this isn't exactly fast food. This place definitely harkens back to another era, gives the sense of a place where time stopped.

I have been eating at Del's Charcoal Burgers for 30 Years. For the last few years 2 to 4 times per month. This is a true family owned / run restaurant. In square footage might be the smallest restaurant Around. Great food, professional, friendly service. I've brought several friends and customers over the years . It's worth the drive, worth the ride with a motorcycle group, a must experience, anywhere in North Dallas or Richardson area. Thank you, Hoss your family and employees. May God bless you Mark

Root beer was the best! (chilled mugs) Texas cheeseburger was also great Jalapeños on the burger were a great addition to the barbecue sauce. Come here to feel back in time with vintage signs, frosty mugs, and classic cheeseburgers. Keep in mind, it is a smaller restaurant so there is limited indoor seating. But that does not affect the food or the experience in the slightest. Thank you for the great experience Del's!

Super service. Friendly and attentive to the customer. The Burgers are amazingly delicious. Especially the mushroom burger. 5 Stars.

I've been going to this place for years. They're all consistently good and a good price if you want a variety.

We ordered as take out. Food was ready pretty quickly. The chicken sandwich was ah-mazing! I'll definitely come back again!

On my continued tracking of one-of-a-kind burger joints, I found Del's. Del's Charcoal Burger has been serving burgers, sandwiches and hot dogs all flame grilled to perfection since 1957. The longevity and pictures here on Yelp, gave me great call to visit with my burger and wine (BYOB) lunch bunch. I don't need to repost the history of this place and I must tell you that it readily deserves a rating of 4 Stars for burgers. We came in, sat, opened a nice bottle of Malbec and breathed in the atmosphere. Nostalgia from the '50s adorn the walls, like the full posters of James Dean on the men's restroom door and Marylin Monroe on the ladies. But there is Dallas Cowboy stuff all over and the TV was on with ESPN. We ordered three bacon cheeseburgers with tator tots, onion rings and sweet potato fries. Along with the wine, we asked for 3 waters with lemon. The man at the cash register who took the order was so very professional, efficient and made sure that I was properly directed to self serve where the large lemon slices were to put into our waters. This being Texas, there was a plethora of different kinds of hot sauce to take to our table (two rows of family style tables put together, while there were several other four tops). When the burgers were ready, my first thought was that they seemed to be a bit small. But after biting into mine, I was pleasently surprised at the crispness of pickles, lettuce and flavor of the burger. Bun was toasted perfectly and double mustard on both sides. Tots, fries, and onion rings were perfect. The only disappointment was dessert. We were hoping to try their fried pies, but was informed that they sold out from the previous weekend and the only item was a fried Twinkie. OK. We tried it. It was like trying a fried this or that at the State Fair, but not as expensive. We can say "Yes. We tried it." One of my dining companions said "I have been in Dallas since 1957 and never knew about this place. I am surprised." As I now live way up North in McKinney, driving down to pick up my friend from Highland Park and back to Richardson seems a bit far. But when you are telling people about a Burger Journey, it just seems logical to try it and see why it has been around since 1957. I highly recommend this place.

Ordered the Texas burger with Fries and a root beer. Food was delicious and service was good. Recommend going slightly before the lunch rush as it became pretty packed.

No frills ambiance and basically self service, but delicious burgers. Ok battered onion rings and good sweet potato fries. Homemade root beer but honestly didn't think it was anything special (no free refills on root beer btw).

Always on the hunt for a good burger, I decided to give Del's a try. It's a small place, with only a handful of tables inside and a few more outside. It's got that old school vibe to it. The lady behind the counter was very friendly, and I mentioned that it was my first time there and that I might take a minute to look at the menu, and she said "take as much time as you need". I decided on a #3 burger, which has pickles, tomato, onion and mustard on it. As a side I ordered french fries. In about 10 minutes my name was called and it was time to eat. As I usually do, I first sampled a french fry. It was crispy on the outside, hot and fluffy on the inside, and I sprinkled a bit of the cajun seasoning that was on the table on the rest of the fries which made them even tastier. We're off to a good start. Next up, the burger. The bun was soft and springy, but not too soft like some buns can be and they end up falling apart. This one held together nicely. The toppings were generous, and everything was fresh. The burger patty itself was cooked just right, although I never really got any charcoal taste from it. All in all I wouldn't put it at the very top of the best burgers I've ever had, but I did enjoy it and would certainly go back again some time.

Cooked quick. Tasty burger. I got the jalapeño burger. Enjoyed it with the crisp onion rings.

I love Del's. Ever time I get a hyped burger somewhere else, I always think, "mmm, Del's is better." Yet somehow I never reviewed them, so here it is. Great burgers, better-than-average fries and a frosty mug of root beer. The perfect lunch! Every time!

A group of coworkers stopped by for lunch on Thursday. Honestly, I wasn't that impressed with the food. It was just okay as far as burgers go. I may have missed something though because my coworkers seemed to really enjoy their burgers. The staff was friendly and the food came out really fast. Just because I wasn't a fan, I wouldn't go as far as not recommending this place though. It had a lot of the old school feel to it, I would guess it looked a lot poker he day they opened to be honest. It was a cool little place and I love supporting small businesses. 3 out of 4 of us enjoyed the food so honestly I think you should give them a try.

You cannot go wrong with the burgers here. Freshly cooked, awesome taste in downtown richardson.

Very good burger. You can tell this place has been in busy for a long while and have established themselves as a place to go for a good burger.

Been going for years. Very disappointed in recent trips. Just blah plain burger. The char has left the building.

A small hole in the wall place. The charbroiled burger was good and the homemade draft rootbeer was great. The menu was average and the service was adequate. Reviews were overblown.

Gotta thank Reddit for this suggestion! 10/10 wow. Unbelievable. Finally a place that did a veggie burger excellent. Mushroom burger charred! Came with Swiss cheese, Mayo, tomato & lettuce. Adorable old decor and table cloths. Delicious amazing "gator swamp water". It was a green fruit punch! Never had it before and LOVED it! They were out of the strawberry cream soda :( maybe next time! Delicious curly cheese fries! Without a doubt coming back here. Tasty & quality food!!

Ate at Del's on Friday. Was just as delicious as when I ate there years ago. There's an excellent reason Del's is still around! If you're looking for an old school charcoal style grilled burger, Del's is your place. Sorry no photos. Was too busy eating and visiting with old friends to think about photos.

Bed burger in the world! I love this please been coming here since I was a kid,there service is so good! I love the atmosphere also it has its own thing going on. Come here if you want a good burger in Richardson/Dallas Texas

Not the best burger but not the worst I've had. It's a notch above a chain or fast food. But below a a true burger that is hand formed and chargrilled.

The best hamburger in Texas! Good service and friendly staff! Price is good and quality is high!

This is the cutest place. The owner thanked us twice for coming in. The decor is like stepping in a time warp.

Great burgers and amazing staff!!! Andrew is incredibly attentive and will make you feel right at home.

The guy at the counter was not friendly. Not sure if he was the owner or not, but he seemed to be pressed for time and irritated that I didn't know what I wanted as soon as I walked in the door on my very first visit. I ended up ordering a cheeseburger (no tomatoes) and curly fries to go. My order was ready in about 10 minutes. The curly fries were delicious. I almost wish I had two orders of those. The cheeseburger was ok. I know their burgers are chargrilled, but it was almost too much of a charred taste and I couldn't taste much of the veggies, cheese, condiments, or bread. It was overpowering. Since I was at home, I decided to add another piece of cheese to see if that would make it better. It did. That instantly made the burger way better. I could then taste the burger and everything else that was between the buttery, toasted buns. 10 times better, but the burger still could've used some salt and pepper. My suggestion - if you like cheese, ask for an extra piece of it on whatever you order.

The appeal of Dels must be the ambience and nostalgia because the food is not 4 1/2 star. It's decent but my burger patty was frozen, the mushrooms were canned, and the fries came from the freezer too. But the cook did like the fries because I kept on watching her pop them in her mouth out of the kitchen bas we ordered our food.

Double cheeseburger w/ bacon and fries Yeap, it is a burger. There is not much to say here because it doesn't seem like this place is trying to be fancy or different with their burgers. It feels like a backyard burger and that is exactly what I wanted when I came here. It was tasty, fries were good, service was fine.....everything I could expect and want in a simple backyard burger. If I am around the area, this would be one of the places on my mind. I do recommend getting double meat unless you are not very hungry because the patties are a little on the small side but I kind of like that.

I have been back to Del's quite a few times since my last review. I stand on my review it's a still a great place to get a Burger especially if you like the nostalgia. However I have come around in the guy at the counter he is actually an ok guy. I apologize for my earlier stance everyone is entitled to a bad day