Mark's Outing

If you are around downtown San Antonio, stop in for the best burger you’ll have in the area. Cooked to order and worth the short wait! The Bacon Cheeseburger alone is worth the stop! The menu has options for everyone to enjoy. Fast friendly service and plenty of seating for bigger crowds. If you are an out of towner, don’t make the mistake of skipping this place.

For National Hamburger Day I visited Mark’s Outing. I had the Coaches Chili Cheesburger and it did not disappoint. It was a very generous 1/2 lb that was smooth tasting and just a hint of greese with a thin layer of chili at the very top. It was a masterpiece! Cooked to perfection I couldn’t stop long after I was full… I felt flush and my face sweat a bit as I took the last few delicious bites.

We hit this place up before a Spurs game.nGreat, casual place to get an excellent burger. I can't pass up a Chili Burger, and Mark's does it extremely well. The tasty burger with cheese and thick chili really hit the spot. I'd make a special trip for these burgers. Fast, friendly service.

Ho-ly-cow! Absolutely huge burgers. The hubs went with the jalapeno burger and added avocado, I had the lineman and the cheese vs beef on that thing was perfectly balanced. I had the fries, he has the onion rings. Service was excellent, atmosphere was great. We'll be back

We were down at the Navy All American Army Bowl. We decided we didn’t want to eat the food at the Alamo Dome so my husband searched for a restaurant nearby and found Martin’s Outing. We were welcomed as soon as we walked in by the very nice young man behind the counter. We agreed that he was the most welcoming greeter we’ve met in a very long time. Come to find out he is the manager’s son. He helped us order our food since it was our first time eating there. My husband for the Heisman, I got the Spicy Jalapeño and we shared a large basket of tater tots. They had fountain t drinks as well as in sweet and sweet black tea, grape, cherry and lemonade Koolaide. Everything we had was absolutely delicious. As we were leaving we met the owner “Mark” he was very kind. He was actually talking to another customer. That person asked if we had the beans and we told him no. He said next time we come we have to try the beans. The owner said he was headed out to cater and he said it was his beans and something else (sorry I was focused in the beans) If you are downtown San Antonio and craving a burger give the place a try.

Small hole in the wall restaurant located outside downtown area that serves delicious burgers. I ordered the 1/2 lb bacon cheeseburger and my fiance ordered the 1/2 lb jalapeno cheeseburger with Onion rings. Burgers were thick, juicy and tasty. Service was friendly and atmosphere was casual. We definitely will be coming back!

Had the chili cheese burger with fries and the hubby had the 1/2 lb bacon cheeseburger with onion rings. The food was quick and delicious 😋 we'll definitely be back🍔 Come by and give them a try, you'll be happy you did!

This restaurant has been on my list for a while. Service was fast and friendly. The hamburger patty was thick, juicy, and delicious. The burger buns were way too much for the meat. Very little lettuce and onions. Nice vibes

The bacon cheeseburger and avocado burger were delicious and service is great! Easy to find off of E Commerce.

Mark's outing is my families favorite burger joint! We've been going here for years, the place is always clean and the staff is really friendly I recommend!

This is a decent sized burger place that you can't miss as you're driving down Commerce from Downtown. As you walk in, there are hundreds of photos of customers eating the 2lb burger, all posted on the walls. I took my colleague here to try the burger on a recent work trip. As other reviewers mention, there is the soda fountain, iced tea dispensers, lemonade, and also 2 flavors of Kool Aid. They also have a cold case at the register where they keep their desserts. Of course i had to try Mama Joyce's banana pudding. I ordered the linebacker burger, 1 lb, with everything, and I also had to try their beans and the dessert. Service was very friendly right from the beginning as some of the servers and owners are African American and treat you like family. The restrooms are not all that obvious and are kind of hiding, so just keep walking around until you find them through a white door. My burger came out from the kitchen much later than 3 other customers orders who came in after me, but I can understand it takes a while to cook a thick patty. They did forget to bring both my colleagues and my dessert as they have a helper in the kitchen delivering the burgers, different from the person taking your order. How did the burger taste? Well, mine was large and very attractive and reminiscent of a typical San Antonio burger with cheddar cheese flowing everywhere. At 1 lb, the patty easily extends past the bun on all sides. I wasn't a big fan of the bun, although it held the sandwich together well. The patty is not seasoned all that much, but has a faint taste of worchestershire sauce. The beans were not that great, as I thought there were more salty than anything. There are supposedly "famous". I guess they haven't tried Lupe Tortilla's beans before as I think those are way more addicting. I was also not impressed with the banana pudding, it was your standard Nila wafers, pudding mix and sliced bananas. Nothing seemed to be homemade about it....just put together. My colleague was also pretty critical of his kiddie size burger. He only ordered a 1/4 lb basic burger and thought it tasted like a burger he wouldn't drive out of his way for by any means. He did seem to like his peach cobbler, though.

The fresh bread on the buns and the quality beat created to order for the jalapeno cheeseburger made it outstanding. A slight taste of onion in the tater tots that were cooked well done was also pleasant. Parking is to the side of the restaurant although there is a parking available for free alongside of Commerce Street. This is a mom and pop kind of restaurant with a friendly staff and good quality food at reasonable prices. The atmosphere in the interior is full of photographs of customers with big hamburgers. There is hardly an inch left uncovered without photos which can be kind of fun. You pay first at the cashier then you are seated anywhere you want that's available and food is brought to your table. So does an iced tea are available at a soda fountain on your own. There were plenty of local people eating at the restaurant and almost no tourists because this is kind of out of the way from the nearby tourist areas in downtown San Antonio.

Heard a lot about this place so i figure I'll check it out for myself. Got myself the jalapeno 1/2 lb burger all the way just no tomatoes. The bread tasted amazing and the patty was well seasoned. Just wish it was more juicer or something. Felt like it was missing a little something and no it wasn't the absent tomato. I also wish the patty was as big as the bun as the bun was way bigger than the patties itself. The fries tasted great and great seasoning. Overall not a bad burger. Not on top of my list to definitely or have to come back but worth the try. Also please serve on plates or bigger trays lol. No space for ketchup

Service is TOP NOTCH, friendly and inviting. The food is delicious! Had the Original with no sides, yet would recommend the onion rings from just the smell. Will try the 2 lb burger next visit.

This is the best burger in town, according to the Express News food critic. It was fine, but idk if I would call it the best. Maybe I should have ordered something more special than the regular cheeseburger? The place was busy, so it took a while to get our food. The atmosphere is simple. I didn't even take any pictures, which is very strange for me.

This hamburger at two pounds was well seasoned and flavorful but came with minimal amounts of sauce, pickles, and lettuce perhaps because of the small bun. This was a first for me because usually buns are too large. The effect of a preponderance hamburger was tedious half way through because of the lack of sauce, pickles, and lettuce. The service and atmosphere is welcoming and very friendly raising the rating from 3 to 4. I will be back to try their signature burger.

My husband and son could literally eat a burger on the daily-so we drove downtown- parking wasn't bad at all and as far as safety, I didn't feel the least bit unsafe especially during the day. This is counter service- order and they will bring it to your table. I ordered a regular cheeseburger and my boys ordered the heisman. The buns were soft and slightly sweet but the star of the show was the meat patty- full of flavor and just, well, tasty. Do yourself a favor if you are a burger fan and check this place out!

Good burger for a decent price. The fries were just okay, but they look like they are from a frozen package.

Enjoyed meeting Mark, the friendly owner taking our order at the cash register on a calm, quiet Saturday night. We were blessed to see the bowl game between North Texas & Texas State. 70s soul music was playing, not too loud. Nice! My friend really liked the turkey burger; we both agreed those were some of the best onion rings, a small side. My spicy jalapeno burger was delish; could have been just a little warmer. The buns were amazingly tasty, soft, yet sturdy. The crazy tots were to die for. We ate every bite of everything Really appreciate decor of bible verses, honor to Jesus, David/Goliath, Spurs. The strawberry looked awesome. Maybe another visit for it, peach cobbler, a shake or Bluebell ice cream. Yall need to go!

went in and ordered some burgers to go that were ready pretty quickly & came out correct! the restaurant itself was very charming the guests who were already eating there seemed to be relaxed and happy. i'm ready to go back and try 3 different burgers because each one of these was SPECTACULAR.

Before heading to a show at the Espee, we stopped here for a greasy burger. You order at the counter and it was tempting to get the ice cream burger, but went with the spicy jalapeno. The bread was incredible and the burger cooked perfectly. We got an order of fries and half order of onion rings. Next time I will get the whole order of onion rings due to their crispy outside with large onion inside. Felt it was a good price for the amount of food served.

1.Food was delicious with a lot of flavor but they don't have combos everything is separate. 2.Friendly with quick service 3.The decorations inside of the place is full of pictures of people. 4.The parking lot is a bit small and wish they had better setting.

3.75 stars Finally, I tried this place after all this time. Me and my friends and I came by before a show at the Majestic. Located in St Paul's square, you can feel the nostalgia when you walk in the door. I would prefer if the parking lot was flat instead of uneven gravel. The staff immediately greets you, and you have your order taken at the registers. There are no fancy frills here, just tasty burgers. The original burger with cheese was seasoned well and not too big or too small. I ordered cheese fries, but I was not impressed with those at all. I was expecting gooey cheese, but my was a waxy mess. My friends ordered the jalapeños burger, and both said it wasn't spicy enough, but they both enjoyed the flavor. During our visit the restaurant got a good amount of steady traffic so they must be doing something right. I also ordered the strawberry cake because it looked delicious. I can't wait to try it. I would eat a burger here again if I was in the area. I would pass on the cheese fries, though.

Plenty of parking. It has sort of a retro feel on the inside. There are photos of the hungry folks who ate the 2lb burger! I could barely finish the 1lb burger. The staff made some great recommendations since it was our first time eating here. The burger was bigger than the bun, and I had to cut it in half to eat it. I'm not a messy eater, so that's why I cut it in half. It was thick and juicy, like a good burger should be! I'll definitely be back. The red kool-aid is a must-have! Sweet, sweet, sweet, and good, like I remember as a kid. I could chill in here all day!

I wish this was closer to where I live. Happened to be in this part of town for another reason and Mark's called out to me. VERY kind people. Food came out fast! Had a 1/4 lb. breakfast burger - single patty, fried egg, cheese, bacon, and fixin's on an excellent potato roll. I'd have given them 5 stars, but the patty was cooked a little more than I prefer, but also had excellent flavor.

10/10. forgot to order lettuce, tomatoes, etc but the burger was still FIREEEE. tater tots and ranch were also a 10/10 boyfriends french were also 10/10. will definitely be coming back and recommending to everyone.

Food was so good. I ordered the 1/4 mushroom burger. Patty was very flavorful. Nice atmosphere, people were friendly.

This restaurant is amazing!!! The burgers and onion rings reminded me of the old fashioned burger and rings I ate as a kid in the 70's and 80's. The staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. This is the second time I've eaten at Mark's Outing, and it was just as delicious as the first time. The consistency of the taste and quality of the food was great, as was the consistency of the staff. I highly recommend this burger joint. It's family friendly and the menu has something for all ages. The cleanliness of the restaurant was also something to commend them on. Please try this place, you won't regret it.

Going in the door I should say I'm tough - REALLY TOUGH on burger joints, mainly because this is my all time favorite food. I bookmarked this joint years ago, finally made it here on a date night with the wife. Look, it really is divey. As a matter of fact, I probably wouldn't go there after dark. It straddles two of the most dangerous neighborhoods in San Antonio. Don't believe me?? Go ahead, Google it...I'll wait. ...see? So, now let's talk about the food. I ordered a 1/2lb bbq burger, which is what you'd think...only topped with brisket and of course, bbq sauce. The burger patty on an exceptional burger should be so well seasoned and juicy you can eat it alone. Mark's Outing was spot on here. However, a great burger is also the right size, the perfect combination of large, but not too large...and most of all...MANAGEABLE. This burger was anything but manageable. I'm not a fan of the way they stack their patties. I mean, come on...people may say I have a big mouth (I personally think it's proportional to the rest of my face) but I'm not a boa constrictor unhinging his jaw. I almost opted for utensils...a deadly sin when it comes to burgers. This caused me to have to deconstruct the burger just to eat it. So, was it really a burger!? Eating it turned into a huge mess. A good, tasty mess, but at the same time it was borderline unpleasant. The fries, however, were crispy and fresh. My official rating: good, but not good enough for the fourth star. You might be able to get me back there...

This burger family own place was really good, came to the mall wanted something different we don't have in Los Angeles and we did . The cashier he was a little to quiet kinda like he didn't want to be there but after we started to talk to him a little he open up a bit . As for the ambiance it was inside of a mall so it's expected to be noisy but the onion rings were the real winner they were so good.

I've eaten here 5 times and I'll be back. It's an old school burger joint. It's not fancy and the prices are fair. The food is always made well and they have blue bell shakes. If you like extra large burgers this is your place. The service is always very friendly too.

First time here. I had the 1/2 fatty burger with fries and a drink. Placed my order and got my burger quickly. Excellent burger with fresh veggies. I place this only behind Wild West Burgers. The only ding would be the two patties instead of a single patty. The restaurant is a very clean hole in the wall place near the Alamodome.

I was in the area and wanted to try something new. Burgers were good but not exactly my taste. Very nice folks and cute place.

This place looks sketchy on the outside and not a whole lot better on the inside. We stopped in for a customer lunch meeting and the location was chosen by our customer. Upon arrival we were informed that the card machines weren't working so we'd have to get cash. Then about 20 minutes later they got the card machines working. We tested them out by ordering sodas and then it all worked out. It's very folding table/plastic chair inside, like not at all a place I would EVER take anyone to make a good impression. However, the service was impeccable and the food was pretty good too. Guess the old adage applies - never judge a book by its cover!

After the last horrible burger joint I visited I had to eat a good burger and I tell ya THIS is a good burger! The meat, the toppings, the burger selections! the bread ALL delicious! I had the brisket bbq burger and hubby had the double meat fatty! So filling! So satisfying!Glad I came here i want to try the hot dog next time im sure it will be fire too!

Great neighborhood burger place. Fast friendly service. We had the Fatty's original, the chili burger and the avacado burger. All were exceptional, good fries and the crispiest onion rings ever.

the cheeseburgers were really tasty. good ratios overall not a crazy extra amount of bun. was ready pretty quick.

Had one of those nights I wanted to try a new place. And a burger sounded about right. What constitutes a good burger in this town varies greatly. I heard about this place some time ago. Why not? Walked in and the place was fairly empty for a Friday night, or so I thought. Wife and I split the Avocado burger (1/2 pd) and had a small fry and onion rings and two drinks. $31.00. The burger was absolutely delicious. Fresh and well seasoned. Fries were good too. Onion rings.... Well, were okay. Nothing special. If you're in the area and want a burger. Can't go wrong with Mark's.

The burgers at Mark's Outing are SO GOOD. Gotta try them. The buns are soft and a little sweet. The patties are handmade, fried, and seasoned. The menu offers a wide variety of sizes (0.25 to 2 lbs.!) and toppings -- the bacon is a highlight. We also got fries, onion rings, and tots. The restaurant is in a historic East Side building with lots of memorabilia and photos. There is a patio in back and a surface parking lot on site. The Mark's Outing food trucks are a great choice for catering We've hired them for events; great to work with and they serve fantastic burgers on the go. My son gave his Mark's Outing burger a "10 out of 10." We'll be back!

When in San Antonio and you are craving a burger, better than McDonald's and other fast food chains, Marks Outing is worth a try. A colleague and I ordered burgers and fries, and they were to perfection. The wait was not long. The ordered a double cheeseburger patty. It was enjoyable from start to finish. They don't offer cooking to temp but the flavor and juicyness made up for it. My eyes were clearly bigger than my stomach. I could not finish burger. Will definitely visit here in the future. Bon Apetit.

First time trying this place and sadly we were a little disappointed. We ordered the 1/4 lb Bacon Cheese Burger, onion rings and fries. As seen in the pic our burgers had more bun than patty. Patty's were really small the buns were hanging over. Other than they tastes good, and t onions rings and fries were nicely seasoned and crunchy.

The hamburger tasted superior to most places in San Antonio, but felt the bun was too thick and not the freshest!

One word: DELICIOUS! This was my first time dropping by & def won't be the last. We ordered 3 burgers, here are some highlights: Fried fish sandwich is the perfect level of crispy, and doesn't feel excessively oily Jalapeño beyond meat burger was raved about as well! Black bean patty was "not bad" as told by my brother. He's usually a tough critic so this is definitely a good sign! Would probably omit the fries or go with tater tots next time. They didn't have a wow factor to them and the burgers are huge so you don't really need it to fill you up. Last but not least, the Strawberry Koolaid had me feeling like a kid again! Absolute perfection. Staff was also extremely friendly to us when we were picking up. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience!

Overall decent- A regular a American burger. Wasn't too "wowed", I wouldn't come here again but only because I don't live in Texas. Pros: meat was good, burger taste homemade. Cons: bread was a little too thick for me, and I've had better burgers.

Marks Outing offers some of the best burgers in San Antonio by far. I ordered the mushroom and Swiss burger, perfectly cooked on a bun that seemed to compliment the flavors made this a perfectly satisfying meal. The sides are mouthwatering as well with items like tots and onion rings that are perfectly fried to be crispy and flavorful. If you are a burger lover or just looking for a good lunch spot just outside of downtown, I recommend Marks Outing. You will not be disappointed!

Got to say that the burger here was actually one of the best burgers I've eaten in quite a long time. It had that fried on a grill burger taste that I remember from places like state fairs and local joints. The van was also pretty amazing, very soft and a little sweet. While we thought the crazy tots were good we thought they could have been a little bit more crazier and had a few more tots. They offer a 2 lb hamburger for $25 or so and post your picture up on the wall if you eat it all, I suppose. I had enough trouble with the regular original burger that I ordered so the 2 lb Burger would never happen.

Burger week 2022 ... on the passport Mark's Outing looked like a standout with two offerings: the Heisman and the Double Meat Bacon. I went with the Heisman and it was a super deal! At almost half off. It was really good the 10oz of beef really defined the burger and kept the beef flavor front and center. Which is really something since many places lose the beef flavor when it has to contend with bacon, avocado, cheese, and a thick slice of tomato. The patty was juicy and crumbly with a quality sear on it. The bacon was oversized and draped over the edges of the burger. The avocado was cool and creamy on a heat dome summer day. Gooey cheese and a thick juicy tomato ... what's not to love. My friend that went with us go the breakfast burger and loved it too. We both marveled at the egg yolk oozing out of the corner. Egg yolk is always so special. My wife and I got two large orders of seasoned fries and sweet potato fries. Both were crispy and flavorful with creamy centers. It was just great over all. There is one point of concern... they have one singular bathroom with one singular toilet. It's clean and well kept and there were no issues this visit. But it will be a source of anxiety if someone is in there and a gastrointestinal issue ensues. Kids... this is an over 40 thing... you eventually end up on some medication that can cause bathroom problems. So if this isn't you then you're fine but if you're like me you'd want to sit where you can see the bathroom out of the corner of your eye just in case ^.^'

Challenge complete! Today I came in and conquered the 2lb challenge! Let me tell you how I prepared to conquer it. I took a nap and stretched before I came in; I was asked when I ordered if I was gonna finish it. In my best Larry the cable guy impression I said I was gonna "get her done" and I did! Not only was the burger huge, hanging out from all 4 sides of the bun, the burger was super delicious. I had great service and the burger didn't take long to come out. The blue bell shakes were also super delicious. Defiantly a 5 star outing, must try. I can also vouch for the koolaid - authentic flavor. Im verifying it right now!

We were going to an event at the Alamodome! I was with my teenage grandsons. This place was close. They ordered the Terminator burger with seasoned fries! (Alacarte) Skimpy frozen fries portions! There were only very few people when we ordered. It took over 35 minutes to receive our orders. In fairness the burgers were good! The fries meh! Bill came to just under $60 for the lunch. The burgers are good, even in inflated bucks, this was pricey to me and the service was average at best.

Mark's Outing is the real deal! I knew about them and heard about them so I had to give them a try while working at a July 4th event where they had a booth. The burger was fantastic! The fries were fantastic also! If you want McDonald's prices, then go to McDonald's. Their prices are not cheap, but at least sometimes, you must be willing to pay for quality. And top quality is exactly what you will receive! I can't wait to try out their actual restaurant!

All around-a great spot. Ambiance- the music was fire. It felt like home. Service-we got welcomed and our order taken immediately. Food took about as long as I'd expect freshly cooked food to take. Food- I got the fish plate and everything was cooked to perfection. My boyfriend got the Ice Cream burger and it was better than he imagined it would be. Will definitely return asap!

The burger was very good and the fries were even better. The guy at the front was very nice and polite. The place was just in a food court so we didn't eat the food there but it seemed pretty nice.

This place is awesome! Josh, my order taker and server, knows how to treat customers well. He is joyful, upbeat, knowledgeable regarding his product and just in general, a guy that makes the trip worth taking. His dad, Mark, should be proud :-) Honestly, the menu touts plenty of hamburger and sandwich options and the drinks are refillable for free. They even offer kool-aid and lemonade. The lemonade is outstanding and yes, I am an expert on lemonade. The burgers and onion rings were delicious, the bread is remarkably delicious on it's own. The rings are homemade. Not pulling those monsters out of a frozen package. One thing I must mention about the atmosphere, specifically, is the music. While it is present, it is not obnoxious and over powering so as to interfere with conversations. This restaurant is casual and laid back. It is in a historical area of the East side of San Antonio, which I now want to know more about. The prices of the entrees and drinks are comparable to other places and maybe a little less. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great burger, in a great location, in a comfortable atmosphere, where you will feel loved and welcomed. You're awesome JOSH!

Home of the Original Fatty's Burger. A lot of options of some pretty hefty burgers. Visited this hamburger joint as part of San Antonio's Hamburger Restaurant week. Hamburgers are fairly priced, they are all pretty large. I ended up eating only half of it. Hamburger wasn't as juicy as I would have hoped. Bacon was pretty thin cut. Fries are crinkle cut which ended up being less crispy than desired. Favorite part of the meal was the onion rings! I'd come back for these anyway. They were light and crispy on the outside and had a good crunch to them. Chocolate cake was a pretty big cut, decent cake but didn't taste much different than a box chocolate cake that I'd make at home. Overall, good option if you're looking for a hearty meal but nothing extra ordinary to write home about.

Food is great and the restaurant looks very clean and well kept. Breakfast burger was my favorite

This is a review for the Food truck not the restaurant. Burger was dry, really dry. Well done dry. Patties were made of some tasty beef, had good seasoning on them. Went real well with the cheese. Buns were either a little over toasted or just flat out stale. Great service and great flavor but a dry burger with a bunk bun isn't my speed. Based on the burger flavor tho I will have to try out the restaurant and see how it fairs.

Burgers are big and juicy and filling. The onion rings are delicious. They have a little bit of everything Service is fast and friendly! Love all of the artwork. I was going to post pics of the burger but I ate it too fast.