Grillshack Fries and Burgers - Germantown

A burger, done well, and fresh, thick fries. That's it. This Grillshack is located in the Salemtown neighborhood. Small, and unassuming. More of a to-go place but there are tables in/outside. Condiments (ketchup, spicy ketchup, vinegar, mayo) are inside. We dined in. Our order was out within 10 minutes, piping hot. The tomato, lettuce, and onion are served on the side. I can't remember if they dress the burger in mayo or not. Each burger comes as a combo that includes fries. SO many fries- like a potato worth! We were so hungry but we couldn't finish it!! Definitely a great deal at $12! The wings weren't our favorite- not a fan of the Nashville rub.

Out and about Nashville, I decided to hit one of the places in the city I have never visited: The Grillshack. Glad I dropped in. The place is rather small. You order on an outside window and then take a seat and they call you when it is ready. As it was slow, they brought the food in for us, saving me a trip. The burger is a pretty basic burger, but has a great flavor. The fries are cut just before frying and sliced into larger sized strips. I swear there was an entire large Idaho on my plate. I also tried the wings, which are nice. I won't say any of the items are the best in Nashville, but this is definitely in the top 10% for burgers and fries. The flavor of the beer alone could be enough to return. They have canned and bottle drinks, no soda fountain, but they do carry the real cane sugar coke from Mexico, which is a giant plus for me. I am rating this for what it is and I would definitely say it is worth of a 4.5, so I am rounding up.

Oh man, this place is awesome! It ain't good for you, but boy is it delicious! I go to church just down the road at the Axis Church. We meet every Wednesday night for a Bible study right after I get off work. Recently I've started a new tradition--clock out, drive to Grillshack, order a hot chicken sandwich with fries and a drink to go, and then head to church just a quarter mile away. I wouldn't quite consider this "fast food." It doesn't have a drive-thru; instead, it's got walk-up service on the porch. There's a small window next to the menu. Ring the doorbell, and then a guy comes and takes your order. While you wait, they have tables and a small booth outside enough to seat two people. Then inside they've got larger booths for four. I say it's not "fast food" because the food definitely isn't fast. At least not as fast as McDonald's or Taco Bell. It usually takes about 15 minutes. I think there's only one guy working there. I've never seen anyone else in the kitchen, so that's probably why the service is slow. He's very friendly though, and the 15 minutes is definitely worth the wait! Get the hot chicken sandwich. I don't care if you're more of a burger person and aren't into chicken. Just try it. It's got some good spice, but it isn't THAT hot. At least by my standards. The best thing is how crispy those chicken breast fillets are! They also have a pretty tasty patty melt, or as it says on the menu, a grilled cheese sandwich with a hamburger patty added. The chicken is better though. Don't even get me started on the FRIES! Holy crap! Those fries are to die for! The curly fries at Arby's have always been my favorite because of the seasoning, but Grillshack's fries are 10x better. I don't know what they fry the things in, but I'm certain they have to be deep fried in some sort of animal fat. Lard maybe? Beef tallow? I dunno, but definitely not oil. They're perfectly salted. And if you go inside the dining area, get the spicy ketchup! It's perfect for dipping and just has a tiny bite to it. They've also got malt vinegar...I guess for the Brits to dip their chips. This is THE place for junk food. I'm sure it raises my cholesterol and blood pressure, but I don't care. At least it's healthier than actual fast food, right? It's actually FRESH, and you can tell, unlike the thawed from frozen stuff you get from an actual fast food restaurant. DEM FRIES DOE!!!

Found this place on Yelp because we needed something close. We were not disappointed. The burgers are good, the ingredients are locally sourced and those fries...best we ever had. We will be back

It is a casual and quick place to eat and enjoy a good meal. The French fries were large and delicious, and the Grill Shack burger was flavorful.

Super tasty. Great prices. Friendly staff. They offer a spicy ketchup and malt vinegar for the fries

This place is awesome! Tucked away in Salemtown, Grillshack offers a broad menu with affordable prices. We ordered the classic burger that came with huge french fries, both were awesome. I normally don't like huge fries bc of a disproportionate potato ratio, but these were awesome. Make an effort this summer to support this local spot so it sticks around!

Not sure why we can't give this place 10 stars. The perfect juicy burger - check. Perfect fries - check. Excellent service - check. Amazing experience every time - check, check, and check. I love this place.

I love it here especially because it's hidden away in our neighborhood. They have the best fries and also a good veggie burger, I just have to add my own veganaise when I get home. *also my dogs love it here bc they give them 1000 treats every time we go*

We got takeout cheeseburgers here last night as it was the first place close by that was still open. Although the burgers looked small for the price they tasted very good. The fries were also very tasty, crispy, even though they were crinkle fries. I liked the fact that our togo order came in compostable containers. It looked like it would have been a cool scene to eat there but it was late and we had our toddler in the car, so takeaway it was.

One of the best burgers and fries in Nashville. I've tried almost every burger place in the city and Grillshack holds its own. Fast service. Fresh and high quality food. Good prices for what you get. Grass fed beef is my preference and Grillshack has it. The fries don't look the most spectacular, but are incredible.

Allllll of the yes! We came to Nash from Clarksville for a quick turnaround trip. My tummy made itself known, so I did a quick Yelp search for something on the way home. Grillshack came up and I decided to try it. Probably one of the best decisions I've made of 2024! I'm strongly in the anyone cane make a burger camp. HOWEVER, not everyone knows how to properly SEASON a burger. Grillshack got it right! 10 out of 10!

After a long day of searching and playing i found this place by chance. My wife and I got a cheeseburger and fries....so good. I knew as soon as I touched the bun I knew I was in for a treat!!! The help was cool. Didn't bother I bit. When I comeback to Nashville I am coming for a burger!

Stopped in for a quick bite after a long drive down from Michigan. Found easy street parking (albeit Wednesday at 5pm so not exactly rush hour). Greeted at the window with a smile and great service. A/C in the adjoined seating area was nice in the 90+ degree heat. They even had a booster seat I there for our 3 year old. Salad: House wege was generous, had real bacon on it, and cool crumbly blue cheese. Horseradish ranch I could have bathed in and still not gotten enough. Burgers: cooked PERFECTLY and quality of beef, bun, and toppings all on point. No condiments needed (but of course, the kids ruined theirs with ketchup and mustard). Wings: Not too big, not too small. Plenty of meat per bite. Fried to crispy perfection and steamed after every crunchy bite. Hot buffalo were good and as expected. I almost swooned when I saw OLD BAY DRY RUB. For those who don't know, Old Bay is the BEST kept chicken seasoning secret. I split my wings between SB and OB....should have gone full OB! Fries: If you do nothing else, stop here for the fries. The entire family agreed they are the best we have ever had. The thick cut is intimidating until you bite in the crunchy exterior and soft, pillowy goodness inside. I don't know what kind of voodoo is done to taters to make them that exceptional but I tip my hat.

This place may look like a roadside shack but the burgers are made to please. This place is good for a quick eat with only outdoor/patio dining or a pick up on the way home! I call ahead usually and pickup within 15mins. Burgers are fresh cooked tender and juicy, can add special toppings like grilled onions and don't forget to pick up some house spicy ketchup by the counter..so good! The fries are not just typical fries, they are big with some crisp and the seasoning makes them addicting. Great little place that leaves me satisfied!

Nashville is an epic place when it comes to Southern cuisine. But we have an increasingly strong hamburger game since The Pharmacy came to town in 2011. The original Grillshack in East Nashville opened in 2013 and just made Nashville an even better burger destination. This Grillshack offshoot in the heart of Salemtown arrived in late 2019, conveniently located just blocks from I-65. Place an online order and it'll be ready as soon as you arrive. Grillshack is meant to be a hole-in-the-wall burger joint serving simple, delicious food. It's simplicity with nothing fancy, just a solid patty with Muenster cheese and separate toppings of lettuce, tomato, raw onion, and pickles you can add yourself. The quality of their food is evident. Even the bun is spectacular, produced by local Charpier's Bakery. Their beef comes from highly rated Bear Creek Farm in Williamson County. It's a locally sourced burger from top to bottom. The thick, large french fries are made fresh inhouse on a daily basis. That quality certainly shows. Slightly salty, perfectly tender, this is a great side that comes with all burgers. After all, the franchise began as a food truck called Über-Tüber Hand Cut Fries years ago and only started serving burgers when they became Grillshack. So of course, they've mastered the art of making fries. The ranch and blue cheese dipping sauces are perfection (you get two on the house). I wouldn't call this the best burger in town, and it's 9% more expensive than the basic burger at The Pharmacy. So it's not dirt cheap despite the concept of simplicity. But you're paying for very good beef, and I'd say this spot is certainly worth visiting for its straightforward American food.

A little hole in the wall- but clean and a really good burger. All cooked to order. You order outside and either go in or eat on the porch. One of the best burgers I've had in Nashville. Fresh tasting and yummy. I was not crazy about the fries- they were fresh cooked and hot but a little thick for my taste. Simple menu and no alcohol but a good stop if you are on that side of the city Salemtown.

Grillshack is an awesome place. Food is fairly priced, service is quick and workers are friendly. Chicken wings were a little small and could've been done a little longer (I always order extra crispy), but they were still good. I would order them again. Their buffalo sauce was good and loved the fries.

Food was great. Service was good. I liked the posters on the walls. VERY GOOD!! I had chicken tenders and fries and they were both amazing.

I was craving burgers, and more importantly some good fries. In a city with so much good fried chicken, you would think that the humble potato would get the same luxury treatment, but sadly that's not been the case from my experience. Grillshack does it right - fries are super fluffy and crispy, just on the cusp of being a steak fry, but not dry like those fries can get. They were also seasoned!!! I'm convinced many people only list curly fries was their favorite fry shape because they're seasoned - well, now you can have really have it all. The burger was good, buns were ideally soft and none of the fillings were soggied up the bread. You're not getting customizable burgers with toppings like salsa, mushrooms, jalapenos, etc here. I appreciate that they have a small menu and have focused their efforts on quality control. We got these as takeout and ate these at Monday Night Brewing to enjoy with a couple beers, but there's also a small seating area inside and on the patio. You order on the patio at the window which is super convenient if you're ever wanting to stop by but walking your dog and can't go indoors anywhere. Also the guy taking our orders and preparing our food was super nice, overall a really great experience and service was fast!

Hands down one of the best burgers in town. The burgers are seasoned to perfection. The fries and wings are also good. The staff is friendly and the good comes out quick. Heads up the restaurant is small but it's definitely worth going.

It is not often that I rate a restaurant with five stars, but Grillshack earned it. I love this little neighborhood spot. If I lived closer, I'd be at least 50 pounds heavier. I love the menu because it is simple. Burgers, fries, salads. They do all three very well. There's no messing around with other options that they might not do as well. On our last visit, we ordered the Grillshack Burger and Fries and the Un-Burger, which is everything you want in a burger except the bun. The salad was so good--large wedges of fresh lettuce, plenty of bacon crumbles, a hot and juicy burger patty and I love the horseradish ranch. The burger is also delicious and a good meat to bun ratio. Pile on the fresh toppings over the hot cheesy meat and you are good to go! But the real reason I am giving five stars? The french fries. OMG. I love french fries. I try them everywhere I go. These are BY FAR THE BEST French fries I have ever had. Each fry was huge--like it was hand cut from the largest potato in the field. They were perfectly fried--crispy on the outside and super soft in the inside. The seasoning was just right and no need to dip in ketchup or mayo. Just savor the fry. Run to Grillshack. Literally. You'll need to burn off all of those French fry calories!

Today I was craving burgers, but I didn't want to go to a place I've visited before. So I opened up my Yelp app and started browsing for burger joins that were within reasonable proximity to me. I stumbled across Grillshack Fries & Burgers and was pleasantly pleased that it was within 5 minutes of my work. As other reviewers have mentioned, this is a straight up hole-in-the-wall. You order at the window and you have the option of sitting outside on their covered patio or inside a no-frills seating area. I opted to sit outside just because it was a sunny winter day. The ordering process is easy. Look at the menu taped on the glass, talk to the cashier on the window to the right. They only serve one kind of meat burger, the classic burger. The other burgers are either a veggie burger or Impossible burger. Other items on the menu include wings & tenders, wedge salads, and grilled cheese. Since I was there for a burger, I ordered the Grillshack Burger w/ Bacon (cooked medium) & Fries meal ($11.95) along with IBC Cream Soda. Basically bottled drinks are $2, canned drinks are $1. Not too shabby. The burger itself was good. The meat was overcooked and a little dry but it was seasoned nicely. I read on the menu that the beef is grass-fed. Grass-fed beef is a bit leaner than grain-fed beef. And anyone who is wise in cooking burgers knows that lean ground beef = dry ground beef. I never had Muenster cheese on a burger but I was pleasantly surprised. Mild, rich, salty, this semi-soft cheese is pretty good on a burger. A side of lettuce, tomato, red onion, and dill pickle slices came on the side. I asked to omit the red onion, as sometimes it gives me heartburn. I wish the lettuce came as whole leaves instead of shredded, but it wasn't that big of a deal. Everything came together as a whole and this was a good burger. I'd come back again. The all-star of the meal were the fries. These fries were A-M-A-Z-I-N-G and I'm usually not a fry person. Yes I'll acknowledge when they are good but I try to avoid eating too many (carbs people, carbs). Hand-cut Idaho Russets which Grillshack says goes through a 5-stage cooking process. I never knew fries had a 5-stage cooking process but these were great. A perfect blend of crispy, chewy, buttery, & salty profiles. Mix them with their spicy ketchup and I found myself eating almost the whole pile. A nice piece of trivia about Grillshack is that they used to be a food truck selling these exact fries called Uber-Tuber Food Truck. If you're wanting a no-frills, classic burger with some of the best fries in existence, I suggest you give Grillshack a try.

I had the hot chicken sandwich. It was meh in taste & quality. The chicken was pretty much 2 generic frozen chicken patties with a little hot drizzle on it. The fries were hit or miss - some nice & crispy, others a soggy mess. For about $19 with drink, tax & tip, you could find better. Service was fast & friendly so an extra star for that.

Stopped here on way to Costco and Wow!.Great burgers and fries..Its worth stopping by...

Greatest burgers and biggest fries and wonderful chicken wings!! Delicious, great seasoning and gigantic fries, big home made burgers! Highly recommend this great restaurant Excellent customer service, young lady at register was very kind and very welcoming and very professional to us!! Traveling from Florida and stopped at this great restaurant near our hotel, in Nashville Tennessee! Sunday, January 27, 2024 Very Happy Customers Best Burgers and Best fries Ever!! Eileen and Bill Female US Navy Veteran Sunday January 27, 2024

I had a craving for a good burger AND fries. Found it! Nashvilles best kept secret. Nestled in a neighborhood of homes the seating is indoor and out! They make their own wing sauces too!

Best Burger & Fries in Town. The Burger taste just like the burger you you'd grill in your backyard. Doesn't need too much, and the Fries are always perfectly crispy and seasoned.

Wowza! After a downtown adventure we were starving and planning to go to a well know spot that was closed. So thanks to Yelp we discovered this jewel. No seating in the inside so be prepared to eat in your car or outside on the patio (no heat or cooling). Made with love! IT WAS SO DELICIOUS.

Yes. Yes. And Yes! This place was amazing. I love good wings and a good burger. This place did an amazing job with both of these things. Being from Atlanta, I have high expectations for a good wing as it is our culture. So these wings lived up to my expectations. They were fried crispy just the way I like them and tossed in Buffalo sauce. The burger was great too! You can tell they care about the quality of their food here. You cannot forget the fries either, I do not know what they are fried in but I have never had a thick cut fry, fried so crispy and so good. I was mind blown. If you ever come across this place, give it a try, I give it my Atlanta approval.

Best Burger & fries in Nashville. The wings complete any game day or late night craving. Wedge Salad w buffalo chicken is next level. Just a special establishment.

Food is absolutely amazing. 11/10 for me. Service was fast, 10 min wait max on the food. Space is clean and tidy. Definitely recommend.

**COVID-19 review** Y'all, I can't begin to explain how good these burgers are. Went with their normal Grillshack Burger and fries: the burger is HUGE and so is the portion of fries with the meal. They put the toppings on the side too, which is even better if you're picky with how many toppings that restaurants put on your burgers. We even arrived about 10 minutes late to pick up the food and a 15 or 20 minute car ride home and the food was still warm and fresh. Everything was perfect about this location

Great casual neighborhood spot to grab a bite!! I'd love to see more people going here and making their business busier, they deserve some more hype! I've had the beyond burger and the grown up grilled cheese and they were both wonderful! A new staple for sure.

Always good service, good food, and good people. The grill shack burger is a favorite.

Secondary location apart from Riverside location. Came in here for a quick bite. The ordering process is easy and the interior is clean and new. A BIG PLUS is that you can order from the window and stay outside with your pupper doggo. Burgers will be made medium unless otherwise specified. They even ask you while you order so pay attention. Staff are friendly and service is quick. I was encouraged to try the "Spicy ketchup" and was not disappointed. It tasted like ketchup mixed with Crystal sauce or some other variant. Really went well with the fries. Really optimal location with street parking.

Sometimes I eat here and it's not bad, but I mostly leave disappointed and feeling like I paid too much for what I got. Yesterday I got the "Adult" grilled cheese, which was the size of a table coaster and really, pretty flavorless. The fries were good, but the grilled cheese was disappointing. The burgers are really just OK. Shulman's which is very nearby makes a far superior burger and fries for similar pricing and a larger quantity of food in a nicer atmosphere. Not going back.

The burger was great, but the fries are even better! I've also tried the wings and they are really good! Service is from a window, but it quickly and very friendly! Don't forget to ask for spicy ketchup!

Got the pound of tenders with fries. Tenders were frozen from a bag and not real chicken. The fries were pretty good, however I'm writing this at 5am due to being up all night with food poisoning.

Five stars for the fries alone. Didn't try anything else on the menu, but if you love thick, delicious French fries hot and straight out of the fryer, make the pilgrimage! These fries are legit! #nashville

I love their burgers, their wings and their fries. Now that they carry the impossible burger, they are definitely a go-to as well. My only disappointment when ordering is getting chicken tenders. They pretty much resemble the ones you get in high school. There's nothing special about them and they are flat and dry. Your sauce is a mustard or ketchup packet, basically. Besides that, this spot is bigger and newer compared to the original on Riverside. When I crave a burger, I always opt for them. Get the spicy ketchup!

Fast service, friendly neighborhood vibe. Simple menu and my burger and fries were perfect!

This place is the epitome of a hole in the wall and it is absolutely killer. Operating from a window in the side of a building they are serving up absolutely dynamite burgers. While they remain simple sometimes just doing simple well is the best move. One of the key highlights here is the crispy thick cut fries served up with a fanatic house spicy ketchup. Just come here and enjoy

Well well well! We are always in search of a good hole in the wall burger place.. we found it! This is a tiny place "off the beaten path". Don't let the size fool you! What it "lacks" in size, it makes up for in flavor!!! The burgers are the GOAT and the fries.. whoa!! The three of us had the Grillshack burger with fries. Again, the burger isn't huge in size BUT the flavor... and the Munster cheese pushed it over the top!! So! Stinkin'! Good!! Oh and the ranch.. oh mercy!! Perfect!! They also have a spicy ketchup. I'm not a fan of spicy but if it's anything like the burger, fries and ranch it'll be a winner too!! Do yourself a favor... STOP BY!!!

Favorite fries in Nashville. Always hot and fresh! The impossible burger is great for vegans. Customer service is always incredible. My go to burger place!

This is the spot for a weekend afternoon!! Probably the best burger in the Nashville area!

Great little hole in wall burger place with indoor and outdoor seating. They serve a huge side of fries so you could def share with a friend!! Best veggie burger I've had. It was crispy and not soggy at all. Really nice workers also. Will be back!

Service was quick and the fries were good. I liked their homemade ketchup and ranch. There aren't a ton of eating spots, but there are enough for a few groups. The burgers themselves (veggie and beef) were okay. The beef was fresh, but the patty was thin. The pickles and bun were great! All in all, there are better spots to eat at, but a nice place overall.

Veggie Burger and freshly-cut fries were my choices. Staff is friendly and efficient. Glass bottles of soda are available, too. You order inside a tiny room, where employees cut potatoes and drop them in the fryer in front of you. After that, you take your beverage to a nearby picnic table to wait until your order is delivered. The portions are large enough that you cannot eat it all. A small, gravel parking lot is available on site if you want to stop by, and a takeout window is available for togo orders. Approximately $8 to $10 per person in a very relaxed atmosphere, right off of Riverside Drive and the VIP market off Rosebank.