MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

Delicious, fresh burgers and hand cut fries! Had the MDC burger, tasted super-fresh and the fries were great as well! The owner/manager was also super friendly and helpful. First time visit, I'll definitely be back!

Excellent customer service, super tasty burgers! This place is great! I’m actually upset with myself for not coming here sooner, they’ve been open 2 years! The burger was fantastic. The fries were crispy, slightly salty, with the right amount of softness; perfection. Definitely come here for a meal, you’ll be back.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — THE BURGER EPIPHANY OF A LIFETIME There are burgers, and then there is Mooyah’s in Carlsbad — a sacred temple of flavor so transcendent it deserves its own constellation. I’m convinced this place isn’t operating under normal earthly laws. The burgers defy physics, the fries bend time, and the shakes could broker world peace. I walked into Mooyah’s as a man. I left as something more — a being elevated to a higher plane of existence, my taste buds forever rewired to crave only Mooyah-level excellence. The air inside hums with purpose — a faint melody of sizzling patties and destiny. Let’s talk about the burger. Juicy doesn’t begin to describe it. This thing radiates divinity. Each bite unleashed a symphony of savory ecstasy, a flavor crescendo that hit harder than a choir of angels singing in perfect harmony. The bun? Soft as a cloud that’s been gently kissed by sunshine and optimism. The toppings? As if Zeus himself hand-selected them from Mount Flavor Olympus. The fries are a revelation — crisp on the outside, golden perfection on the inside, as though each one was personally sculpted by Michelangelo after he finished the David. And the shake? My soul briefly left my body. Somewhere between the first and second sip, I saw my childhood dog running through a field of rainbows. And the staff… oh, the staff. They don’t work at Mooyah’s — they minister. They are burger missionaries, spreading hope, laughter, and perfectly seasoned beef to the world. Their smiles could power the Carlsbad grid for a decade. In short: Mooyah’s in Carlsbad isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a spiritual awakening. It’s where hunger goes to be reborn. If the universe ever implodes, I pray it happens inside Mooyah’s — because at least then, I’ll go out with one last bite of perfection. Mooyah’s in Carlsbad: where taste becomes legend, and legends never die.

I’m not a reviewer, but I had to write one. The food was incredible! I got the one of the secret menu burger, which was a hamburgerdog with secret cookie shakes. It was absolutely delicious! I’m so disappointed that I only found this place recently. They’ve been open for two years, and I wasted my time trying other burger joint that wasn’t very good. But I’m glad I found this place because I’ll definitely bring my family when they visit. The service was also unique. They were very hands-on and friendly. It was a true hospitality experience that you don’t find in fast-casual restaurants anymore. I’m glad I didn’t believe that negative review about the food or the photos. People like that just stay home and eat their hate. Anyway, thanks for the amazing food and hospitality. Keep up the great work and ignore the haters!

I've usually come here for their regular double cheeseburgers a couple of times. Came here again for a third time on a lunch break and brought a coworker with me. They all got double cheese burgers. This time I got a bacon cheese burger but instead of beef I did two ground turkey patties and it was massive. I'm usually overly full after burgers but with the turkey patties it was really big and super filling and I didn't feel like I over did it. We all got sweet potato fries as well for the first time and they were perfect. The manager came out and checked on us as well, great service and food. I'll be coming back soon for another version of the turkey burgers.

Awesome burgers and fries! Super friendly service, and the owner makes everyone feel right at home. The shakes are fantastic—highly recommend checking this place out!

This place has great customer service. The girl taking our order was so nice and helpful. My burger was good the fries were okay not my favorite. Everyone at my table enjoyed their meal. If you're looking for a new burger place I would recommend coming here.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 My wife and I visited MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes this evening and had a great experience. We ordered The Well D’Onion, the Patty Melt, and a Butter Pecan Big MOO Shake. Everything was delicious—fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. The atmosphere was welcoming and clean, and the staff really stood out. They were friendly and engaging. The owner took the time to check in with everyone dining to make sure their meals were enjoyable and if they needed anything. It’s clear they take pride in the service they provide. We’ll definitely be coming back again and next time I won’t devour my food before taking a picture. Highly recommended!

It was my first time in. Owner (maybe manager) helped me out get value for my time here letting me know it is a lot of fries and the quality and taste will leave me happy. Kept it simple with a bacon cheese burger with avocado and a side of fries. Food was excellent and he even came over to check on me to make sure I was enjoying the food. I appreciate it when staff members check on people for their first visit. 10/10 I will come again to try their burger bowl options.

Listen, the hamburger was great. Hot & tasty. The potato chips, however, cold as could be. Seems they were just sitting around for a while, or not made to order. I stop here once in a while, on my way back from San Diego to OC. This is the first time I've tried the potato chips. Not impressed... It kinda ruined the meal for me. Perhaps, to their credit, it took them a while to make my Oreo shake. That was good too. While the place seems popular for takeout, it took my meal 15 minutes to be ready. I could try it once more without the potato chips, and still order the shake. That would tell me if the was the shake was the delay, but still, 15 minutes is too long for a hamburger...

I had just finished seeing a movie at the nearby mall, and prior to that, a hike at Hosp Grove, so I was starving! MOOYAH to the rescue! The burger was ample (if a bit greasy), tasty sweet potato fries, and I got a free cookie, which was delicious! The staff was excellent and very kind to the folks who came in after I was seated at one of the spotless tables. It felt like community. This place is a keeper, and next time I'm getting a shake!

So good! Visited for the second time here while in the area and it was delicious. Fresh ingredients, really soft bun and flavorful, their fries are good. I love that they have the skin on them and aren't greasy. Service was great, the owner is always super attentive and nice to everyone that comes in and checks on them. It's a family oriented place with wall lined seating and charging stations along the booths super nifty! Patio seating in a warm day and friendly atmosphere.

I love me some in-n-out, but if you're looking for a switch up, look no further than MOOYAH. My go-to order is just the cheeseburger which uses a soft potato bun, a beefy patty and topped with delicious MOOYAH sauce and classic veggies. They also offer a number of different burger options to your liking. I also think it's nice that they offer either fries or chips as the side in case you're craving one or the other. I tried their Mooshake which was just okay, not as thick as I thought. The chocolate chips in the mint chip shake are also too large to go through the straw, so you need a spoon to eat this. There's a decent amount of seating inside and outside and the staff are all incredibly welcoming and friendly! I'd definitely recommend MOOYAH for their solid burgers and fries!

Counter ordering only. No "service" - go get your food when your buzzer goes off. Had the queso burger and it was tasty but very sloppy! Wife had the cheeseburger which was good. Sweet potato fries were soggy and not very appealing. They're frozen unlike the other fries and house made chips. Told the counter girl who offered another order but we declined. The interior is ok and it looks like they try to keep it clean but under the napkin holder on our table was a sticky goo - pretty nasty.

Small shop, great burgers, great shakes. The burgers are very good here. The patties themselves aren't enormous but they are very well seasoned and delicious. The buns are also very nice and soft. You can order one of their creations (we tried the Cheddar Bacon BBQ) or build your own. For the Build Your Own, I added pepper jack cheese, mushrooms, jalapeños, bacon, and spicy sauce. It turned out to be a huge burger and it was outstanding. The Cheddar Bacon BBQ was also good. The fries are clearly housemade, which I appreciated, but were not very crispy or well-seasoned. They reminded me of In-N-Out fries, which are not good, to say the least. Maybe it's just a personal preference but I prefer crispy fries. The shake we tried (peanut butter cup) was also freshly-made and was terrific. It was as thick as concrete and I don't care if you need a spoon to eat it. It's wonderful. I almost forgot: they also have a (not so) secret menu that is available at the front counter or online. These offerings are far more daring, like a hot dog on your burger, and honestly, they sounded really good. Just add me to the list of all the many other 5 star reviews. I was absolutely impressed. These are great burgers.

I went to MOOYAH for dinner and was pleasantly surprised. I had never heard of the chain before, so I wasn't sure what to expect--but it did not disappoint! They have indoor seating and a few outdoor tables near the entrance, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy your meal. The burgers are very good here. The patties themselves aren't enormous, but they're perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. The buns are soft and fresh, which made a great impression. The fries are clearly housemade, and I really appreciated the quality--they were crispy and tasty. We also tried one of their shakes, and it was terrific. It was so thick it could've doubled as dessert. I don't care if you need a spoon to eat it--it was wonderful. Everything we tried was delicious. We'll definitely be back!

I enjoyed this spot The burger tasted as a burger should. You can taste the quality of the meat and the ingredients. The owner is funny and a great family/costumer man. He does a great job running the spot and the ambiance is fast and fun. I need to go back to try the shakes and get another burger ! Thank you for the great time

Delicious burgers - fries - great service. This place rules and I really enjoy it every time. I like all the options for how to build your burger. And the Oreo cookie shakes are delish!

Do yourself two big favors, if your in the area that is even remotely close to"MOOYAH" and if you're hungry for a great cheeseburger, sweet potato fries, and a real incredible milkshake...you must stop by "MOOYAH". Expect to spend $30 to $40 for teo people.

My girlfriend and I went to finally try Mooyah. Well, I am all for customer service and when I get good customer service I let you know and if I get bad I let you know. Well, first unfortunately I did not get her name but the girl at the counter was very helpful and good customer service and for me that is so hard to find but I got it , And I Thank you ! Since we have never been here before we decided to share a Patty Melt. I must say that was good ! I just have to tell you that its in between an upside down toasted hamburger bun. Weird but my opinion. I think on good sourdough bread would have upped this patty melt greatly, nevertheless this was a good patty melt . We also got some fries. Now we are all different as you know and that includes taste and what we like. In & out burger....great fries in my opinion. I personally did not like the fries at all at Mooyah's. In conclusion, I would go back and have another patty melt or a hamburger but I would skip the fries and shake. Yes, I tried a chocolate shake a few days after my first visit and it wasn't what I thought. To me not worth the money. I do recommend the burgers / patty melt and the customer service both times were good including the manager who was very nice !

Not the prettiest photos but I ended up getting the kids meal. Wow the size of the burger was surprising! I wasn't expecting for it to be this size! I was able to add on additional toppings no extra charge which was great! The burger was so tender and juicy! The fires were delicious! This is definitely a great burger spot. Staff were so friendly and helpful! Great customer service.

Yes, we loved it I ordered from the app and arrived to eat there. The burgers were good, the shakes were amazing but the fries I'll pass on next time, my only real complaint was the tables were dirty and dusty as well as the restroom I would really like to see more effort to the cleanliness of the place. It's definitely not a place to take the whole family to it's pretty small and tables are limited, but again the burgers are good.

Great burgers, good fries, excellent shakes. A touch on the spendy side, but wasn't isn't at this point? I'm not actually a huge burger fan, but occasionally will get a craving and so I want it to be a *good* one. Moolah is fortunately able to meet that standard! Also we tried the chicken tenders and they are fine. Nothing to write home about, but perfectly serviceable.

Didn't even get to finish ordering when one of the workers couldn't even use basic manners towards my 4 year old, so I just walked out and went somewhere else to eat.

Mooyah's Burger has managed to pull off the ultimate magic trick -- making twenty bucks disappear in exchange for what they call a "combo." For the grand price of almost $20, you get fries, a drink, and a burger that leaves you asking the old Wendy's question: where's the beef? The drink is the same soda you could grab at a gas station for a dollar. And the burger, the supposed centerpiece of the meal, is more bun and air than actual meat. The patty is so thin it might qualify as a garnish rather than the main course. What stings is the audacity of slapping a "premium" price tag on something so ordinary. For twenty dollars, I expect flavor, substance, and some sign that the place cares about what they're serving. Instead, I got a sad excuse for a combo that left me hungrier than when I walked in. If Mooyah wants to charge steakhouse prices, maybe they should start by putting some beef in the burger. Until then, this is less a combo meal and more a comedy of errors at your wallet's expense.

Went here for dinner based on the Yelp reviews. Burger was good, not great. Fries were very good. I didn't have a shake. Service was very good. I ordered at the Kiosk, however, the was a gentleman, I would guess the owner, that was walking around greeting everyone and making sure everything was just right. He was terrific. Place is a strip mall burger shop.

This place was really good. I have only been once but looking forward to going back again. I had their sweet potato fries and they were really good. The shakes are also good.

Very good burger plates the shakes were awesome. The service was excellent. The fries were exceptional

I have to say MOOYAH is officially one of our favorite burger spots. Our first try was a couple weeks ago, and a deal on the App reeled us back in for another visit (first time at this location). The mooyah cheeseburger is a classic in itself and the cooks make this patty perfect. We got the sweet potato fries this visit, and they are definitely a must have! Thanks Mooyah staff for delicious food and service!

This place could beat In N Out in a blind taste test and I say that as a California native Great food Never wait too long Fresh bread made in house Adorable decor A must visit

Pretty tasty food, best burger around the area. Fluffy bun, extra saucy. App reward is what had me come back, prices are a lil higher for not getting fries or anything with them.

I reviewed MOOYAH when it first opened, about a year and a half. Recently I was noticing in their app that I had bought food there 100 times. It has become my favorite burger of all time. The food is great and the service is great. I usually get food to go because my wife has trouble sitting in most restaurant chairs, which means that I need to re-heat the fries when I get home. 3 minutes in an air fryer does the trick. I've tried everything on their menu that is beef-based has a bun (I'm not a fan of lettuce wraps and don't believe in pseudo-meat). I like the "Well D'Onion" best, but it's pretty spicy and I can't always manage that level of spice. So more often than not I order their "Freedom Rings" burger. My wife always orders "MOOYAH Cheeseburger with no sauce". I have nothing negative to say about MOOYAH. Writing this has made me hungry, but they won't open for another hour.

Great place! I used to frequent Smash Burger, but they all seem to have vanished - this is similar, but better. Unusually tasty burgers and shakes. The owner is usually there and he's very friendly and personable; he even puts up with my very chatty children :). Staff are all great, too. The place is clean and well-kept. They even have wireless phone chargers at the tables!

Heard good things about this place so thought I'd give it a whirl while in the area. Greeted immediately by the friendly young lady at the register. Chose the Cheddar Bacon BBQ burger with the house made chips (instead of fries) and a soda. Personally was not a big fan of the BBQ sauce and because of that didn't finish the burger, which was a bummer. The chips were very good and if I were to return in the future I'd try a different burger.

Hands down the best burgers AND fries around. They have really perfected burgers and fries. The bun is a potato bun, and is light and brioche like. The patty is perfectly seasoned with fresh toppings (add the onion strings, they're delish). The fries are perfectly fried, hot and fresh. No need for sauce, but if you want something extra, try a side of the queso sauce. Their Milkshakes are pretty great too. Service is friendly and decently fast: order at the counter and your food comes up when it's ready. Ambience is fast casual.

Long wait for 2 burgers and didn't even get bacon on my sandwich that was ordered. Disappointed.

This is now my favorite burger place. They have so many different burger options from keto, gluten free, and vegan and vegetarian. I'm normally not a fan of black bean burgers but this place is different, I love them here. I also love their fries and I can eat them plain (the ranch is meh). The workers are also always so nice too. I like how there's an app and a rewards program so I can get points too.

These burgers are the bomb & the service was amazing, too!! The most delicious milkshakes in town, also.

The food is amazing! They are quick and their service is wonderful! We tried the patty melt and the BBQ burger, they were both divine!

My husband and I enjoyed the Mooyah cheeseburger and Mushroom Swiss. The burgers were expertly made and seasoned to perfection. The service was top-notch - everything we needed was readily available, from ketchup and sauces to napkins and wipes. It felt like a throwback to old-school dining, where everything was within reach. The staff were friendly and attentive - great experience!

Burgers - 5 stars Fries - ZERO stars Shake - 3 stars Chips - 4 stars Chicken - zero stars Restaurant atmosphere and cleanliness - 5 stars. Ordered online. Smooth system. Picked up and ate in store. Burgers (bbq bacon, kids, and a cheese burger) Burgers were amazing. Hot. Juicy. Good flavor. Bum was soft and delish. Chicken. Yuck! It was nothing like the pic. It was not a tender. It was mystery meat. Large nugget. Please remove the pic from online. It's super misleading. I will add a pic. Service was great. Clean. Nice staff. Liked the drinks. Small but pleasant restaurant. We got the Oreo shake. Nice pieces of Oreo but was a bit bland. The bottom bit of our shake was solid vanilla Fries! Another yuck. Cold. Limp. Lacked flavor. Small strings of barely cooked potato. Unappealing looking. Just super boring. I want crispness. It was like InNOut's fries on a bad day. We liked the chips more than the fries Would come again and just get burgers or chips and a drink.

They had many food options...even some for vegetarians....you ordered and paid up at the front counter........and they buzzed you when your food waa ready. They had both indoor and outdoor seating available...we ate outside. The owner came out and checked on us, to make sure everything was ok....both indoor and outdoor seating was nice....I have told some of my friends and other family members about MOOYAH...and will go back again.

A seriously delicious juicy burger. First time here and was not disappointed. We will definitely be coming back.

Driving through Carlsbad checking Google for a good burger spot. Bam! We found a good one! This place is so worthy! Fresh fresh freshly made! Burger was juicy, tasty, grilled onions spot on, not too much bbq sauce, cheeeesy and just overall a great experience. Sharable fries is ALOT of fries, hand cut freshly fried, yum! Clean little burger joint. Service was great, even the manager stopped at our table to check on us. Spread the word, so good! We will be back!

The food is great here: Great burgers with excellent buns. French fries that are as good as MacDonald's (that's a real compliment) and shakes that are good ol' fashioned dinner quality! The manager is always friendly and remembers us even though we dine here infrequently.

Tiny storefront that's big on flavor. I was very surprised that this place was so good. I'm so tired of burger places charging an arm and leg for an average burger and fries. Now you're not paying for a massive burger here. You're paying for a curated flavor-filled burger of high quality. Don't get me wrong, the burgers here are twice the size of Shake Shack. THE BEST QUESONARIO - Single Beef Patty, Green Chile Queso, Fried Onion Strings, Tomato, Jalapeños, Mayo on a homemade bun. This was a unique burger that tasted great. - I would definitely come back. - Ash (owner?) has high quality standards. - Fries were really good, too. - Does a brisk takeaway business.

Mooyah burgers are very good! The meat just tastes better than most other burger joints. I got the mushroom burger with cheddar instead of Swiss and had to get the double patty. Everyone that works there is nice and they definitely have one of the best smashburgers around.

Great food and service. The burgers were great and the cashier and cook really blew the roof off. Cute setup, nice and air conditioned. Will DEFINITELY come back.

Been here a few times. Burgers and the fries are pretty good. It's a bit pricey but not too bad. I usually get the mushroom Swiss burger. Atmosphere is great and the service is good. They do have chips also if you don't want fries.

Just found out about Mooyah Burgers this morning. Tried it out for lunch and was not disappinted! Burger was so yummy with fresh everything including in house made bun and hand cut fries. Owner/Manager checked with me to ensure an excellent experience. Thank you Mooyah!

just came october 15th, around 2. i walked in and ordered at the kiosk thing, then a kind sir handed me my cup. i grabbed my drink and sat. it was awfully chilly in there, very very cold, the wait was a little longer than expected, however it all tasted fresh. onto the food!! the burger, while delicious, i feel that the patty itself was very underseasoned, i put my fries on my burger because those were salted deliciously! ranch aswell was yummy!! it was overall good experience minus the temperature of the store and the unseasoned patty. the juice for the patty was infact perfect though!!

Love this local gem. Food is amazing, burgers are top notch, service was great even w long lines. Come early to beat the crowd. Get your shakes tooooooo they are the best.

I give them 4 Stars because the meat is very good quality , obviously not the cheapest but if they wouldn't charge $3.29 for a fountain drink it would be a more reasonable meal! Hell add Fries and break out the credit card, because your cash is gone! Environment is good & very clean, service is fair.

Stopped by here when I saw it as I waited for a prescription for my son at CVS. Ordered the double cheese burger no onions, fries, and a chocolate shake. Took no time at all and it was ready. I took it back to the condo for my son but sampled the fries and shake on the way. Both of these were great, if I had a criticism as a chocolate shake expert, I would advise to lay off the syrup a little, it bordered on too sweet/chocolatey, if that makes sense. Fries, absolutely perfect, cooked to perfection and fresh as they could get. My son loved the burger, said it had great flavor and he would love to do it again next time we are in the area. Not sure when that will be but I can assure you I'm getting one too next time! Management, nice job on training, now go thank the people that made this happen because they delivered.

MOOYAH Burgers is the best for Certified Angus Beef burgers. Also, not only are they the best, they have options for all dietary needs/restrictions. They offer vegan, paleo, keto, low calorie, and gluten-free. Like I said, something for everyone. Stop complaining. Place your order online or in the restaurant at the counter. There's indoor and outdoor seating, not a lot, but enough. They offer customizable burgers ("build your own"), hand-cut fries, sweet potato fries, chips, and a big selection of shakes made from REAL ice cream. The chocolate chip cookies are amazing, so order one and enjoy it later, you'll be too full. The burgers are made fresh to order. I have enjoyed the Cheddar Bacon BBQ, Bacon Cheeseburger, and Mooyah Cheesburger. I prefer the sweet potato fries and housemade potato chips over the hand-cut fries. The fries have been dry and overly cooked, very inconsistent. Try the Green Chile Queso with the chips, perfect for dipping! They also have a special MOOYAH sauce, spicy. If you don't want it on your burger, ask for it on the side, it pairs great with the chips. If you are dining with others, order a sharable size, great way to try both fries and chips. They also have family size too! Don't forget to to download the app. Each dollar spent earns 1 point. I've had a few "surprises/points" too, they will throw in random surprises, which add up. It's really simple, using the MOOYAH Rewards App, scan the barcode on your receipt to earn your points.

Best burger I've ever had. The staff if friendly and knowledgeable. If my pops (an unofficial burger aficionado) were still with us he would have loved this place and would probably agree that this is hands down better than any other burger joint. We tried the MDC burger and the Indulgent burger, we liked both. For your first time I suggest the traditional style MDC burger just don't forget to add pickles and grilled onions.

Hands down one of the best burger spots I've ever been to! Every item I've tried has been a hit, and you can truly taste the quality in every bite. If you're searching for a new go-to burger place, look no further--this is it! Not only are the burgers fantastic, but their shakes and lemonades have become my new go-to cravings. Seriously, don't skip out on them! The staff? Absolutely SUPER! They provide top-tier customer service and create such a welcoming atmosphere. It's always a pleasure to visit, and I'll definitely be coming back again and again. Highly recommend!