hit the spot!

I was really looking forward to eating here since my wife first mentioned trying it when they were just a cart location. She said how good the burger was and the fries too. We tried it tonight and we did get it to go. Unfortunately, my burger was burnt around all the edges as was my kids’ burger and it really messed up the flavor. Luckily it was juicy in the middle but overall I’d say it was a disappointment. My wife said it was not anywhere as good as when they were at the cart location. I don’t think I’ll come back here. And the prices are very high for how simple it is. The service was excellent. Jane was a great person to meet at the register.

Excellent name for a place that hits the spot! They have a limited menu consisting of a few American comfort classics including burgers, chicken strips, and onion rings. Even though the offerings are simple, they are made of a high quality, fresh and made to order. They're a bit on the pricey side, especially for the chicken (in my opinion), but I was highly impressed by how juicy the meat was, full of flavor. The place is minimalistic in design but spacious and clean for a casual joint. The service is friendly and quick, and the employees looked happy to be there. I will definitely be coming back when craving this kind of food.

The service was great. There were jokes and laughter, and they brought out our food... they even busted our tables, which was completely unexpected. The patty melt was toasty, the fries were warm and crispy, and the gummy hamburger dessert was a fun surprise.

I first had hit the spot! About 3 years ago (at the cart)when I was pregnant and really wanted a burger that I didn’t have to worry about losing quality being well done - this was it! It reminds me some of in and out. They use really high quality meat which I really appreciate. I like that they have a simple menu also! The chocolate shake was delicious! It is quite rich, which I like. I hope this place continues to grow, I feel it really should be one of the go to burger places. It’s a little drive for me so I don’t get to go as much as I’d love to.

From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warm smiles and genuine hospitality from the owner, Jeremy. He made us feel right at home. The food was incredible. I ordered the patty melt, which was packed with great flavor, and the onion rings( add pickles it wont disappoint) hands down the best onion rings I’ve ever had. Everything was fresh and delicious. This place was so good that while I was in PDX for three days, I came back for both lunch and dinner. That’s how much I enjoyed it! If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and eat here. You won’t be disappointed.

New to the area, wanted to try something new to me and so I decided this is close to home and I love a good hamburger with a milkshake. Ended up getting the classic burger combo which comes with the burger crinkle fries a delicious fry sauce a soda( so no milkshake this time) and a very cute small candy burger. Normally I’m not a crinkle fry guy; they tend to remind me of terrible 90s cafeteria food but these actually summoned a lovely nostalgia being cooked perfectly both soft on the inside while being crunchy on the outside. Very impressive. Burger had fresh ingredients nothing too fancy, every ingredient felt like it belonged. I actually came 10 minutes before close and felt bad because I know what it’s like to close a restaurant but the young lady was super gracious and allowed me all the time I needed to eat at the restaurant. Ended up meeting the owner since he was helping close. Lovely guy. This is a mom and pop shop. I’ll be back and you should give it a try!

I just had the yummiest chicken sandwich at The Hot Spot! I've often found chicken sandwiches at other places to be dry or overloaded with skin, but this one took my taste buds to another level. The chicken was juicy and perfectly seasoned, and the spot sauce paired wonderfully with the fries. I’ve also tried Maddie’s cupcake, and it was to die for—so moist and flavorful! I can't recommend this place enough!

I'm going to be honest...1. Basically, the price is high for a cheeseburger. 2. They simply didn't bother to drain the onion rings from the fryer...excessively greasy....and I'm not very demanding on the subject, but a picture is worth a thousand words. 3. The place is very clean and the girl is very friendly. 4. Honestly, I wouldn't go back.

Always looking for another good burger place, my family and I had never been here before. From the outside, it looks like another urban chain, I was pleasantly surprised to find it's a locally owned business! First, best onion rings I've ever had. Seriously. Please send me the recipe - light breading, excellent flavor. Top notch. Fry sauce is very flavorful and unique. My son and I had the burger, everything was solid, lots of options to add if needed. Wife had the hot chicken sandwich, she said it wasn't that hot, but very flavorful and had a generous amount of chicken. Portions are perfect for a lunch. While the food was great and a solid value, the real star here was the service. The wonderful young lady at the counter (Joanna - hope I spelled correctly) was so pleasant and helpful, working hard to take orders and keep the restaurant neat and clean! So refreshing to meet people (especially in Portland service industries) who value customer service and seem to actually like their customers and their job! Attention Ownership - You have an amazing employee here, you'd better promote her or pay her more, or you'll end up losing her! Looking forward to coming back and having a shake and a Chicago Dog!

Really wanted to like this place but it just wasn't it for me. The beef patty was very dry, in my opinion. There also wasn't enough spread/sauce. The bun was good though. On the other hand, service was really good. Friendly staff that checked on us a few times. The place is really clean. It is an order at the counter and bus your own table establishment.

Ordered the double cheeseburger and it did not disappoint. When it is made fresh right off the grill it's hot, juicy and good. Service was fast and nice. Also, very friendly and informative if you have any questions. The ambiance was very simple and clean.

Walked in on a Sunday afternoon. Staff was extremely attentive. Joanna greeted us with a smile and seemed genuinely interested in doing a good job. She answered all of our questions as we placed our order. Place is very clean with big art murals. Two TV screens on for entertainment. Food is nicely priced, the bump up for an addition of a drink and fries just about doubles the price- seems a little stiff for fountain drinks, but whatever. My family enjoyed their burgers and I enjoyed the chicken sandwich and added jalapeño- yum. I'd go back. I'd love to try their Chicago dog.

Was ok. The fries were meh. The chicken tenders and onion rings were good though. Burger was ok. Might come back.

Jeremy Siver has gotten a lot of foodie accolades for his Burgers. From his Trailer. Well, now he's graduated to a cool spot on the Southwest corner of 7th and SE Morrison. And the Cheeseburgers are just so damn good. If you can walk there you're rich. And the onion rings? The freakin' Ringside's jealous! Bonus? Their tagline's "FARM TO TABLE FAST FOOD". Food this good this fast? How All-American can you get? Find a better burger, I dare you...

One of the best burgers in town All the food the friends are so good, the staff is amazing and I love the environment

Truly unbelievable burger joint. Easily rivals In & Out. The onion rings are world class - paper-thin onions fried in buttermilk! The burger is simple, well-done, and out of this world. Very streamlined ordering process as well. Hall of Fame burger joint. A++++ I hope they start having other locations in the Portland area. My new favorite place. GO!!!!

Unfortunately, their food didn't quite hit the spot for me... Maybe I overhyped their burger by the overwhelmingly good reviews but I thought their Double Burger was just OK. I liked the soft buns but everything was kinda mushy and also lukewarm. There wasn't much flavor as well. The Spicy Chicken Tenders were a little better but still nothing mindblowing. Th tenders were certainly tender and juicy and the sauce was a good mix of sweet and spicy. I like the toasty milk bread at the bottom. Fries were decent. Again, could be hotter considering it took awhile to come out. Not for me but I can understand why others love them.

We went on a Saturday and it was very quiet. It's a very industrial kind of place with concrete floors and big windows with lots of light. the service is great. Very quick and friendly with good suggestions. Our burgers were hot and tasted great. French fries were salty and crispy. Definitely come back but one order of fries for two people would be enough.

This place lived up to its name and definitely HIT THE SPOT! Paid this location a visit on Friday evening and just beat the evening rush. Super friendly staff as we were greeted when we walked in. Ambiance was great as they have three tv playing live sports. This was my first time here to I ordered a few things. For my wife and I the double burger was a must and we had to try the fries and onion rings. The burger was amazing. One of the top three burgers I have had in Portland. The onion rings were out of this world! The batter they use for there onion rings is so good tasty. Loved the fries as well. Let's not forgot about their chicken tenders. Ordered some for my son and he loved them. Of course I had collect the parent tax and try some and it was delicious. Great batter and the chicken was very tender. Before we left we had to finish off this great meal with a strawberry shake. Overall great experience and we will be back very soon.

I'm not sure if Jane is the owner but was very nice. There are two tablets to order on and it was super nice to have a sink to wash your hands not within the bathroom. The pricing was a little expensive but the food was delicious. I enjoyed a single hamburger, fries and even the chicken strips. The flavors really hit the spot! Ava loved the chocolate shake and she was even given quite a few unicorn stickers which made her day.

Hit the spot is delicious. The customer service was extremely welcoming, kind, thorough, and attentive. They welcomed us as soon we walked in, and after they brought our food out, checked up on us to make sure everything was good. The menu is simple and easy to order from. They also don't have A TON of items to choose from, which is ok. I tried the double burger a la carte and the double tenders a la carte no fries on the order. The double burger was fresh and tasted yummy. The tenders were juicy and had a good kick to them. I got my tenders spicy and I would put them at a 7 out of 10 on the heat level. Their big thing is fresh farm to table and it showed. The food tasted fresh and that it wasn't frozen. Parking was street level parking and we used parking kitty. The place is easy to find and easily accessible.

This is my first time to their physical location. They expanded the menu and added chicken tenders to it. We ordered the triple stack burger and a set of chicken tenders. The burger was just amazing as before, and the chicken tenders were good. The tenders had this hint of sweetness to it, which was unique. The service here was nice and friendly.

They have unclear pricing - they overcharge without any warning and they were out of french fries. This place is the worst - go somewhere else and never give them your business - they should be ashamed of themselves!!!!!!!!!

The first thing we saw upon entering was a photoshoot for the food, so you know what you see on the menu is what you are going to get, which is refreshing! The staff was super friendly and we really enjoyed our short stay. The burgers and fries were super flavorful the burgers were cooked to perfection and the fries were crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle, just as tue fry goods intended.

Kind folks serving solid, run of the mill burgers. Food was cooked fresh to order and was tasty, but nothing to write home about. Chicken was fried fresh and super soft/moist served on a hot toasted slice of bread. Pretty well priced at about 10$ a meal. While not mind blowing, an overall solid burger joint with good prices!

I was a semi-regular at the cart when it was on Sandy, and recommended these burgers to anyone who asked where they could find the best ones in town. Today I tried the brick and mortar location for the first time, and was incredibly underwhelmed. Perhaps they ran out of meat, and had to make due with pre-formed and frozen patties from the wholesale restaurant supply, because this wasn't even remotely close to what I fondly remember from the cart. This was more akin to a school lunch burger, and while not terrible, I'd say the photos in other reviews are not representative of our experience today. The cashier and server were super friendly and welcoming, but the burgers ended up in the trash.

Burger junkie here and finally got the chance to try Hit The Spot. Wow! Awesome burgers offered in a simple way, no holds barred attention to detail, and great flavor. Ricky helped me get started and was very helpful from order to cleanup. The entire staff was great, by the way. The pride shows! I had a 2x2 with bacon and it really hit the spot! Ah, see what I did there? Burger is assembled and wrapped carefully in paper wrap and bag. Can't wait for the Vancouver location to open later this year! Will be a regular customer forever! Update: Nov 2023, the Vancouver location fell through, but a Portland location was found. Nice facilities with clean bathrooms, plenty of seating, and a comfy atmosphere. Staff is amazing and the burgers remain impossibly great. Chicken tenders are the absolute best, super tender with an amazing battered crust. Nothing quite like it. Also optioned for onion rings...again, super fantastic, crispy and just the right amount of onion. Seasonal offering was a pumpkin spice milkshake that was super duper yummy.

The meal was fine, but $19.48 for a burger, shake and fries is a bit much for stuff that ultimately just tasted like fast food. Not worth a visit. The quality of the meat on the burger wasn't very good. It felt cheap, like fast food. And as thin patties, you kinda get the worst of both worlds. Thick patties are juicy (when done right) whereas smash burgers have those delicious crispy bits, but these were just standard thin patties that didn't have either of those attributes. I'm not sure what the thinking is with that. The bun also felt cheap and very well might be the same ones you buy at the grocery store. Similar with the fries. I like when fries have a distinct potato flavor but these ones were like typical frozen or fast food fries that just taste generic and lack the potato flavor. They were kinda crispy but not too much. The spot sauce was pretty awesome though. It had a nice tangy kick to it. The milkshake was underwhelming. It kinda just tasted creamy, thick and artificial. The service was surprisingly great though. Two different employees I interacted with just had a really smiley and positive energy to them in a way that wasn't over the top but at the same time was really notable and pleasant. That was really cool.

I love that even more burger spots are opening up because who doesn't love a good cheeseburger. I never tried Hit the Spot when they were a food cart but I saw this place being set up before they were open so I had to bookmark it for the next time I was craving a burger. I would say they are a mix between a standard smash burger & gourmet burger since they are denser of a burger. If you're not into a burger they have chicken sandwiches and even a vegetarian option with the portobello mushroom patty. The space is really clean with their indoor/outdoor area for you to enjoy your meal and they have artwork on their walls unique to them. You also order via their kiosks and then the staff bring your food to your table. I really liked on the kiosk that they had options to customize by adding/removing ingredients really easily. Now down to the food. I loved how the burgers had a potato bun and the patties were a good size. The cheese was melty and I thought it was done well together. It didn't have the smash burger crisp & onions on the burger but they add it here as a topping with chopped lettuce as well. Solid burger where a double cheeseburger actually fills you up. I really enjoyed the spicy portobello burger because it had a really great kick I wasn't assuming. Pair it with their sauce on the side and you got yourself a meal. The only thing was that the coating was falling off a bit so you just have to add it back to get that kick. The fries here are also solid and were really crispy! The staff was really friendly and even checked in on us during our meal. It was nice to meet them and chat up with them a bit! As we were eating they were also doing clean up around the space so they make sure that it's always clean for the next person.

I visited Hit the Spot on a weekday for dinner. I was craving a burger and the restaurant came up as a convenient option for me. The cashier was friendly and my order was ready quickly. There was both indoor and outdoor seating. I got the single with no tomato's or pickles. I got the onion rings as a side. The burger was good! The meat was juicy, the bun was good, and the sauce was good. To me, it was comparable to the Habit which is a fast casual chain in California. The onion rings stole the show though! The breading that they used was top notch and it was so crispy. Overall, it was a good dinner and I'll be back.

Last time we visited Hit the Spot it was a food truck. I recalled loving my crispy smash so we headed there again today and were surprised when we arrived at an actual restaurant. Cute place, super clean, with a very simple menu. (I especially appreciated the inclusion of a sink next to the ketchup and drink station.) The service was slow, but fabulously friendly and clearly appreciative. The burgers were as I remembered: great flavor, great spot sauce, crispy smash edges/fries. We had a strawberry shake and it was yummy too. I only wish they were closer to home so I could visit more often. Recommend!

Friendly staff, no wait, solid burger. I would recommend the double patty because it is essentially a smash burger with a thin patty. However, burger was delicious! Crispy ends, melty cheese, and fresh toppings. The onion rings were good if you like shoestring fried onions. There was more batter than onion. Would probably opt for fries next time.

We had a great experience here. The burgers were fantastic, the service was great and the onion rings were fabulous. We have craved this place since trying it!

Still a great burger, but they stopped making chicken and onion rings! What is wrong with the world?

Great food, the fries were delicious! I highly recommend getting the onion rings! The kids got the milkshakes and there were smiles all around the table.

I got the chicken tenders (spicy) and they were so good and juicy!! It was my first time here and I will be back. The staff is super friendly, too!

The food is flavorful and well sourced. The best part is the service though. Super friendly and understanding. I messed my order, 100% my bad, but I'm not the kind of person to send something back when the fault was mine. I wasn't disappointed with the unplanned meal. Then, when I was getting ready to leave, they brought out what I meant to order. That is excessively generous and I wouldn't advise any business to do that, but I'll definitely be back again. ...and again ...and again

I got the double burger and chicken and they we te very solid! I lived the fry sauce! the service was amazing and the owner was super friendly and nice. I do wish the chicken to be crispier but it was so juicy. I'd go again

Easily one of the best burgers in town. Service is always excellent! A family favorite.

The quality of the food tasted pretty good. Comparable to In-N-Out. The size of the burgers were about the same too, maybe a little smaller. The Spot sauce was really good though. I'd say what stood out was the service, the owner(?) was very friendly and accommodating. Also, if y'all are wondering, the chicken is out of stock right now. The owner said he'll bring it back as soon though.

I just realized I never reviewed this place! We visited a few weeks ago after it being on our list for a very long time. Hours vary but we finally found a time to go. And we were so glad we did. We tried ordering online, but it wasn't turned on yet, apparently. We called to verify they were open, and they said they'd turn on online ordering. Easy peasy. No waiting when we got there. Our order was hot and ready for us. My son grabbed a shake before we left. Super fast service. The lady helping was soooo friendly and kind. Very welcoming. She seemed genuinely happy to be there. We ordered two regular burgers and two chicken ones. Everything was pretty tasty! Worth a visit. :)

Burgers and shakes were super yummy. They put my cheeseburger in a bowl on lettuce with no bun! Gf!

I finally got to check this one off my bucket list! I don't live in Portland, but I made sure to make a stop here when I was. The wait was about 10 to 15 minutes longer than when my order receipt said it would be ready, but it was worth it. The burger tastes, so good and so fresh andI love that the bacon is crispy. On the spicy chicken sandwich, the amount of spice is perfect and it's on a sweet bun so it makes it even more of a perfect balance of flavors. The fries were amlukewarm when I got them since the sandwiches took so long, but the owner is so sweet that she gave me a free milkshake for my wait.. I highly recommend this place, just have patience, and I will definitely be back again.

The food was fantastic! The staff was very friendly The chicken strips were so crunchy and flavorful. They tasted homemade! The fries are my favorite. The burger was just the way I like it. I got a double bacon cheeseburger Now I need to pass out for a few days but so worth it!! And omg the price is amazing. Will be regulars here

The burgers were very good! Definitely going back. The onion rings were hand breaded, crispy and flavorful. The malted shake was dope!

Great onion rings, better version of an in-n-out burger than in-n-out, Jane was a phenomenal server, very nice lady.

What an awesome experience!!! I was seriously hungry when I placed my mobile order. It said it would be 14-15 minutes, but I took off to get there early. As I pulled into my parking spot I got a desk saying my order was ready. I walked in (very clean interior, I'll happily eat there next time). The burger was sooooo good! It was cooked perfectly, the toppings were fresh and the bun was nice and soft. The fries were nice and golden brown and the seasoning was perfect. Hit the Spot totally lives up to its name!!!!

Highly underrated. Easily top 3 burger joint in Portland. Burgers are amazing and the fries are so good. Nothing else to say.

We chose this restaurant based on the pictures of the onion rings. They are the best onion rings I've had anywhere. The hamburger is a good smashed burger type burger It and the fries were good, but I'd go back anytime just for the onion rings. Thin type with crispy breading that doesn't fall off.

When I walked in on this warm breezy afternoon, I was greeted by a welcoming woman with a big smile and super cheerful personality. The place was cool, clean and smelled like burger; if I was in the mood when I walked in I was sizzling with excitement after I had relieved myself and placed my order. Food came fast and was served by the beautiful woman who greeted me (I should have asked for her number, I looked in when I left but nobody was at the front) I took my food outside to the lovely shaded benches and enjoyed a super classic cheeseburger. Shrettuce, pickle, diced raw onion, a modest slice of tomato and a light slather of sauce parties atop a melts slice of American. The patty itself very thin, juicy, but lacked any serious crust. I don't know if I've ever eaten a burger and felt more like I'm eating a burger. It hits all the right spots while looking for a cheeseburger, though Im tempted to recommend a double patty if you are a more meat oriented eater. I also love my burgers with a lil more salt, a touch more sauce and some patty texture/ crust. This being said, Hit the spot is fantastic and delivers the cheeseburger experience that any good American should crave (or perhaps anybody). I'll be back and next time maybe I'll leave with a cellphone number too!

I love when I get the chance to stop by here! The quality of the food has always been great and the service staff are always pleasant. I've had the burger and chicken sandwich. They're both really good and the chicken sandwich wasn't too greasy. Something that keeps me coming is how great the prices are! I do wish they were able to stay open a little later but no complaints otherwise!

I came here for the first time on my lunch break today and found my new favorite burger spot! I asked for no bun, and they do burger bowls rather than lettuce wraps, which is SO much better in my opinion since lettuce wraps are unavoidably messy. The fries were great too and the spot sauce was amazing - way better than your average fry sauce! They also had exceptional service. Jane took my order, brought me my food and checked on me and was so friendly. :) Excited to come here again!

Delicious food! My orders have always come out quickly and I've never experienced an issue after a few visits. Their staff is so nice, it's unreal. The owners are kind and warm. Their burger is delicious, fries are great, and chicken tenders are light, not super greasy, and juicy. 10/10.

This burger joint is one of the best! I never feel heavy after eating their burgers because they're not greasy and everything is so fresh. Classic burgers. Their fries are so good too, you can tell they always use fresh oil. Their chicken strips are delicious too! And omg, their milkshakes are amazing. The staff is one of the friendliest, if not the friendliest, in Portland. It's a family-owned business, you know we all love supporting local businesses and they deserve all the support and love.

Holy smash burger!!!!! AMAZING. The double cheese burger was perfect. The bacon was so crispy and yummy. Fries are god tier and perfectly salty. The sauce was okay! Service was spectacular despite being down staff members! Probably the best burger in Portland!!! The Patties are thin so I couldve added a third but two was just right. Would come back for sure!!!

Went in before work on a night shift today. Super clean place with a very friendly staff. Food was quick to get. Pretty limited menu but they do it well. Had a double burger with fries, wasn't obscenely greasy or heavy feeling afterwards. Soft buns, tasty burger. Fries were salted & cooked just right. I'll def be back.

Straight FIRE . JUST GET BOTH !! You won't regret it. I've tried soooo many burger spots here and this is by far the best one !! Make sure to get the SAUCE ! You'll fall in love