Tanner's Prime Burgers

We visited Tanner’s Prime Burgers on a busy Saturday around 1:20pm. The line to order was about 20 minutes, which wasn’t bad considering how crowded it was. Seating inside and outside was full when we arrived, and since we didn’t grab a table beforehand, we had to wait a bit after ordering to find one that could seat our group of five. We ordered the Tanner’s Prime Burger (not the Dirty Double — the only difference was the vegetables, and we preferred the Prime with added pickles). The burgers were excellent — juicy, flavorful, with slightly crispy buns and perfectly melted cheese. The house sauce was also yummy — definitely make sure you try it! We also tried the fries (regular and cheese) and a hot dog. The fries were cooked in tallow and had great flavor even without cheese — definitely a highlight. The hot dog, on the other hand, wasn’t the standout. It was fine, but not memorable compared to everything else. I tried the sweet tea and lemonade (both made with honey), but didn’t love the flavor of either — ended up going with a standard soda instead. Despite the crowds, staff was helpful and the restroom, while limited to one stall, was clean. We drove from south county and, overall, worth the visit for the burger and fries. Dog Parents: They have a dog patty and serve it in a cutie dog bowl 🥹

Great tasting burgers with a good selection of beers!! Meat is delicious and cooked to perfection. Fries are outstanding as well, cooked in beef tallow 😋😋😋 there could be a bit of a wait to get in, but once you order the food, it comes out quickly. Definitely worth a visit!!

After being recommended this place many times from many people, I knew I had to make the drive to try it out. And I’m glad I did. Burger was delicious and portioned well for the price. Fries are a must-have because of the way they’re cooked and you can taste the difference vs every other burger place. The line is always out the door so you know this place is doing it right. Very friendly staff!

Incredible burgers and fries. Those patties— so good with a nice crunch and super tender and juicy on the inside. The beef tallow makes all the difference. I would recommend the double just to enjoy the beef flavor completely. The pepper is a really nice touch and goes perfect with the burger. The burger sauce is pretty tasty as well. Outstanding. Cool atmosphere. Parking can be challenging.

Great burgers… as good as it gets for smash burgers. The service is excellent, but the place does get a bit busy if you don’t arrive at open or during off peak hours. Clean restaurant, kind staff, very busy and can get loud. Aside from the double prime burger, I enjoy the special label tanners hot sauce as well. Finally, they go all out on the takeout boxes and bags, love it! It’s pricey, but worth it for the occasional indulgence. 5/5 highly recommend!

I'm a big fan of smash burgers. A friend recommended this place and said they were just listed on the Michelin Guide. That's pretty impressive, but I had my initial doubts. Those doubts were WRONG. Food & Menu - Overall, I'd say this is the best smash burger spot I've been to! Their menu also screams amazing. They give off an In 'n' Out flavor to smash burgers and fries. And mind you, almost everything is made with beef tallow. It gives off SO much flavor in everything, even their dessert! Beef tallow really does make a difference. The smash patty was crisp enough to where it still held it's shape, it wasn't OVERLY crispy to being burnt, and the flavor was awesome. The condiments that go with everything was great as well. Their Tanner's sauce was like In 'n' Out spread with a little kick to it, and their fries seasoning was great too. Service - The one lady taking orders (I believe her name was Christy) was truly a star. She was friendly, she was funny, she was personable, she was out there, and she knew what she was doing. Vibes of "ALRIGHT! LET'S GET READY FOR ANOTHER BUSY SATURDAY NIGHT DINENR RUSH! WE'VE GOT THIS!". Such a pleasure. And she greeted our dog too :) They give you a number to place at your table (if you're dining in) and they bring the food out to you. Ambiance - A group of 8 of us came in on a Saturday night for dinner. We already saw a line when arriving, but it surprisingly didn't take long. Seems like the line goes by faster than it looks. They hand out menus while in line so it speeds up the ordering process. Finding seats was a little struggle because we're a large group and you can't sit in the next door's establishments' tables, but we managed to get 2 tables next to each other. I love that they're dog friendly and they even have a dog patty option! Overall, I love this place and it's a new top smash burger option for whenever I'm in the area!

More hype than flavor, sadly…After living abroad for over a year, I was so excited for a good, classic American burger—and Tanner’s seemed like the perfect place to satisfy that craving. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. My burger came out undercooked (still pink inside), and the onions had a strange, off-putting taste that threw the whole thing off. I also tried the tallow cheese fries, which sounded promising but were underwhelming—not enough cheese, not crispy enough for me. Honestly, the best part of the meal was the fountain Coke with ice, which hit the nostalgic spot I was hoping the food would. Really wanted to love this place, but I left disappointed.

We happened to arrive on their anniversary night which means the locals knew they were giving $1 fries, which made for a long line. We came down from Orange County to try this place out. And it was awesome! The 2/3 lb smash burger was huge and so tasty. The prime bacon beef has a noticeable difference in taste. Same with the fries cooked in beef tallow, like back in the day, so good. I also got the chocolate shake, it was thick and perfect. It used to be that Hodad's was my only go-to burger joint when passing through San Diego, now I have another option, and maybe even a tastier big burger. The one little bummer for the evening was that there are way more patrons than there is available seating. You hope you find a table before your food arrives. I guess that's what happens when you have the best burgers in town. Thank you Tanner's Prime Burgers for using only the best ingredients. Keep up the good work.

My husband's name is Tanner and I had to take him here for his birthday. It was our first time and I had high expectations knowing that they cook their food in beef tallow. I was not disappointed because everything was amazing. It was even better that they had their own sauce and it all tasted so fresh. I had a single, fries, and their famous chocolate shake. I do have to say that their shake was my favorite out of everything. This place got soo crowded though, as it should! Parking and seats were very limited and it was a struggle to get a seat, so just be prepared for that. IG: rs.albright TikTok: m.Albright

Great burger spot to drop in on a beach day. Outside patio area has a good amount of seating and bar top seating with tv's. Be ready to wait in line if you visit at peak hours or on a weekend. The line goes quickly though and seats turn over fairly quickly. Order inside, menu is simple, choose your option and pay then find your seat. We ordered Tanner Prime 1/3 single burger & Dirty Double w/ cheese fries. The burgers were good and love that they add a chili, yum! Fries are crisp and flavorful, it's everything I expected! The location is quite busy and has decent noise due to open atmosphere. Overall a really casual spot to get a good burger, beer and hang. Beer on tap as well from patio area there's a bar top to sit at. Something for everyone!

Came down from Dana Point twice in the last 2 weeks. It was busy but not too bad lunchtime on a Tuesday, had the burger shake and fries. Friendly service and our food arrived pretty quick. Everyone was happy on this visit. I wanted to bring my husband down this last weekend. Got there at 4:45 and it was packed inside and outside with a long line. I wanted to try the Dirty Fries they looked so good coming out. My food was cold to the touch but I didn't want to send it back because they were so busy. It's not their fault that they are so popular, just disappointing, Lesson learned . Next time we will come off hours Rating 5 for first visit 3 for the second one = 4 stars

We came to Tanner's on a Saturday afternoon around 1:20pm and it was definitely busy -- about 10 groups ahead of us in line, which moved fairly quickly (about 20 minutes total). Our friend had been watching the line before we got there and said it fluctuated a lot. Tables inside and out were all taken when we arrived. We didn't think to claim a table before ordering (and we had a group of five), so we had to wait around a few minutes after placing our order before finding something that worked. We weren't the only ones -- other larger groups ran into the same thing. We ordered two Tanner's Prime Burgers (added pickles), after asking staff what the difference was between that and the Dirty Double -- turns out it's just the vegetables, so we skipped the Double. The Prime Burger was delicious -- perfectly cooked, juicy, with melted cheese, a slightly crisp bun, and a great burger sauce that reminded me of In-N-Out's, but with fresher flavor. We also tried the hot dog, which was fine but definitely not the standout on the menu. The regular fries were excellent -- crispy, flavorful, cooked in tallow, and didn't need anything extra. The cheese fries were good too, but I'd skip them next time in favor of the regular ones. As for drinks, I tried both the sweet tea and the lemonade (both made with honey), but neither really worked for me -- the flavor was off. I ended up just getting a soda, which was totally fine. Food came out quickly -- within 10 minutes of ordering -- and overall the experience was good. The vibe felt a bit unstructured in terms of seating, but the food more than made up for it. Definitely worth a visit if you're craving a quality burger and fries! Dog Parents: They serve a dog patty in a cutie dog bowl

The double patty is a good size burger and paired with fries definitely made me full. Nice crispy edges of the smash burger patty and sauce had good flavor. I preferred the burger with lettuce and tomato to cut through all the grease and cheese. I always ask myself though, how good can a burger be? Was this burger worth like $15? Probably not but it was a good burger. But pro tip: you ca. Skip the ice cream sandwich. It was small and didn't taste like anything. The cookies were pale and underbaked and the ice cream didn't even taste like vanilla. Just go across the street to little fox for some real good ice cream.

This spot is an absolute gem for burger lovers! They've perfected the "higher-end In-N-Out style" smash burger - think incredibly delicious, juicy patties with those crispy edges. Beyond the fantastic burgers, their beer selection is awesome, offering a great range to pair with your burger. Limited parking Pay at counter Delicious burgers & beers

Burgers and hotdogs Michelin star restaurant 2025 Oceanside North county Brandt beef USDA Prime beef Smash burger style Bar onsite Coed restroom inside Amex accepted Parking available Indoor seating Outdoor bench seating Fries are dipped in beef fat Not vegetarian or vegan friendly Order then sit

Best burger in town and worth the drive from anywhere in san Diego/Orange County. All Brandt beef Tallow fries Chocolate shake (only flavor) Ice cream sandwich!! (Vanilla) Beer/wine... Great selection! Efficient and friendly service Bar seating available All pay as you go... Only wish there was one in my neighborhood (I go to ranch 45 when I don't want to drive to Oceanside) Bravo tanners

What sets this burger apart is the crispy-edged smashed patty with minced beef bacon and Tanner's sauce. The burger is set at a good price... more than fast food, but less expensive that most other spots. The burger also had caramelized onions, American cheese, sweet onions and a tomato slice on a semi-glistening brioche bun I particularly enjoyed the cheese fries. Their traditional beef tallow fries were spot-on and had the right amount of gooey American cheese melted on top with paprika. Their Dutch Chocolate Milkshake was super chocolate-y and flavorful. The 1/3 lb Prime Burger filled me up, together with the fries and shake. You have to wait in line outside outside their Oceanside establishment to put in an order. There's plenty of seating inside and outside. There's free parking around the burger joint and more free parking on the neighboring streets.

So Tanner's has been on my list for so long and it did not disappoint! I've been a few times now and regardless of the time of day, there is always some sort of line. The line moves pretty quickly. Recently, my sister and I decided ordered the single burger, fries, a shake, and an iced tea. My sister is picky and loyal to In N Out and she was obsessed. Considering she won't eat a burger that isn't from In N Out this was a huge moment for her. I love a smashburger but with caramelized onions and beef bacon, it takes it to the next level. The shake was really good, as was the tea. If you're looking for a delicious burger, look no further than Tanner's!

Best burger in North County hands down. It's the upgraded in n out burger. It's better though because you can actually taste the meat and it's not super flat. They have a small lot or street parking. Outdoor seating and inside. A small bar. You order at the front and wait for your order at a table. I got the singles tanners and my husband got the double tanners and a kids slider for our toddler. The single comes with 1/3 of meat. The burger was good, could use a tad bit more salt, but very juicy. They even put a chile on top. We also got some tallow fries, perfectly crispy and delicious. End it with a fatty patty sandwich... tallow ice cream jammed between 2 cookies... it's the perfect dessert for a fatty meal. Best burgers hands down! Good quality burgers will cost yea, but worth it.

I heard great things about Tanner's. I had to experience for myself. It's did not disappoint. The line and service moves expeditiously. The burgers are juicy and flavorful. The place was busy! I love that it has music and television playing sports. There's indoor/outdoor seating. The Fatty Patty was the perfect ending to the meal. Next time we will try the milkshakes.

We were thoroughly impressed with our first visit! The food was outstanding and the service was top-notch. We'll be back.

Food: Tanners prime burger single - Lots of flavor, salty and crispy Dirty fries - Fresh, messy, saucy Self serve drinks - soda & water cups available, nugget ice It's cool that's there's sauce bottles Service: Good, accepts Apple Pay. Little interaction besides ordering at the counter. Ambiance: Free parking! Indoor and outdoor seating available! 2 restrooms available.

Juicy smashburgers that are messy in the best way! Solid burger spot that definitely brings in the crowds, but the lines move pretty quickly. My boyfriend and I came for an early dinner on a Saturday to find a long line of people. We ordered a double, a single, and 2 orders of their tallow fries, along with a crispy soda and a beer. My boyfriend wanted to try their house lager, but they were out so he ended up choosing the pilsner. It was a full house and we were lucky enough to snag a couple seats at their bar top. Burgers were nice and juicy with a clean flavor. I liked how you can really taste the beef and the veggies were fresh. It did taste like a more luxurious in-n-out I'm ngl, but yummy! Their fries were dusted with paprika(?) and were super fresh and crisp. I honestly couldn't taste the beef tallow they were fried in, but I enjoyed them nonetheless! Parking is a bit rough, and we ended up parking in the neighborhood. I think this is a solid burger spot to give a try if you're ever in the area!

Got a double burger with fries and the burger was a great example of what smash burgers should look and taste like. The ingredients (lettuce tomato onion etc) were not top tier.. pretty average looking, but when you put it all together I was not disappointed. Service was quick and both ordering and wait time was swift and friendly. The atmosphere was casual / almost sporty looking place, and super busy.. maybe a bit loud from all the chatter. Overall I can't really complain, I live in Del Mar and plan on coming back. I enjoyed my food that much! Great job. 4.5/5

More hype than flavor, sadly...After living abroad for over a year, I was so excited for a good, classic American burger--and Tanner's seemed like the perfect place to satisfy that craving. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. My burger came out undercooked (still pink inside), and the onions had a strange, off-putting taste that threw the whole thing off. I also tried the tallow cheese fries, which sounded promising but were underwhelming--not enough cheese, not crispy enough for me. Honestly, the best part of the meal was the fountain Coke with ice, which hit the nostalgic spot I was hoping the food would. Really wanted to love this place, but I left disappointed.

Overall, this is a good spot if you're into smash burgers. The decor is clean and inviting. The staff are helpful and friendly. The french fries were very good. The only two things I will honestly say negative about the burger is that it is first a little on the greasy side and the cheese sucks. If they offered this burger with Chedar instead of American I would have liked it better. The American cheese they use is so melted it reminded me of cheese wiz which I can't stand. Still this place is worth trying.

I'm a big fan of smash burgers. A friend recommended this place and said they were just listed on the Michelin Guide. That's pretty impressive, but I had my initial doubts. Those doubts were WRONG. Food & Menu - Overall, I'd say this is the best smash burger spot I've been to! Their menu also screams amazing. They give off an In 'n' Out flavor to smash burgers and fries. And mind you, almost everything is made with beef tallow. It gives off SO much flavor in everything, even their dessert! Beef tallow really does make a difference. The smash patty was crisp enough to where it still held it's shape, it wasn't OVERLY crispy to being burnt, and the flavor was awesome. The condiments that go with everything was great as well. Their Tanner's sauce was like In 'n' Out spread with a little kick to it, and their fries seasoning was great too. Service - The one lady taking orders (I believe her name was Christy) was truly a star. She was friendly, she was funny, she was personable, she was out there, and she knew what she was doing. Vibes of "ALRIGHT! LET'S GET READY FOR ANOTHER BUSY SATURDAY NIGHT DINENR RUSH! WE'VE GOT THIS!". Such a pleasure. And she greeted our dog too :) They give you a number to place at your table (if you're dining in) and they bring the food out to you. Ambiance - A group of 8 of us came in on a Saturday night for dinner. We already saw a line when arriving, but it surprisingly didn't take long. Seems like the line goes by faster than it looks. They hand out menus while in line so it speeds up the ordering process. Finding seats was a little struggle because we're a large group and you can't sit in the next door's establishments' tables, but we managed to get 2 tables next to each other. I love that they're dog friendly and they even have a dog patty option! Overall, I love this place and it's a new top smash burger option for whenever I'm in the area!

So I rarely head up to North County from South Bay, but we were in town celebrating my brother and decided to finally check out Tanners--a spot my friend's been raving about. Let me tell you... FFFFFFLLLLLLAAAAAAYYYYYVVVVVVVVOOORRRRRR!!!!! We all got double patties, and these burgers were next level--crispy edges, juicy inside, packed with flavor. The fries? Perfectly salty and crispy. And get this--we each bought a tub of tallow for $20. Total steal. Now every time I'm in North County, Tanners is a must. Highly recommend it if you're anywhere near!

Wow! Honestly one of my new favorite burgers...maybe ever. I get why there's always a big line at this place. Staff was really really friendly and helpful and the patio was great place to sit and hang out for a bit. The Dirty Double Smash burger was unreal and the fries were definitely above average - think elevated McDonald's with a hint of beef tallow flavor. I live about 30-40 miles away but would consider a trip to Oceanside just to grab another Dirty burger.

This spot was recommended to me by a friend who lives in the area and wow the food not disappoint! This spot reminds me of a converted auto shop with their interior. Parking will also be difficult when you're by the beach, but here it wasn't hard to find. Our group got a few items to try which were the Tanner burger, Tanner prime hot dog, and dirty tallow fries. I also got a lager to pair it with my meal. The portion sizes? Huge! With the three of us, we still couldn't finish everything. The burger was delicious, and I really loved how much meat was on it. The vegetables made the burger itself well-rounded and very enjoyable. The hotdog was loaded and the relish/onions on top really completed the hotdog. My favorite was the tallow fries. It came with burger patty on top, but the fries were so crispy, crunchy, and fresh. The workers here are super cool and friendly. You order at the front, grab a number and a seat, and they bring it out to you. There's plenty of seating here ranging from tables, booths, and bar tops.

Tanner's is definitely a contender for best burger I've ever had. The consistency of the bite is remarkable! Every bite was seasoned well and had a very balanced flavor. Adding the burger sauce takes it to a new and distinct level. It felt like eating what other burgers dream to be. The service was tops notch also, and thanks to Daniel for the great rapport and service. Everyone who comes to Oceanside or San Diego NEEDS to come here no matter how long the line is!

There is a lot to praise about Tanner's. To begin, it is a pleasant dining spot: casual, much of it outdoors, and reflecting a Southern Californian coastal vibe. Walking into Tanner's is a comfortable, familiar experience. One feels very much at home. The service, too, at TPB is for the most part excellent. Both the counter people and the waitstaff are pleasant, polite and are interested in doing their jobs efficiently and quietly. I know that some patrons want employees to be enthusiastically (and perhaps disingenuously) their best buddies; and if you are one, you might be slightly crestfallen. For me, I prefer pleasant and solicitous service. We then come to the food itself, and there we have an interesting set of affairs. Let me first state that it is for the most part first rate. Although I am not much of a smash burger kind of guy (much to my son's dismay), these burgers are made with really quality beef. One can instantly tell that they are made with superior ingredients and prepared with considerable skilll. The buns, too, are excellent. The beef tallow fries, if anything, are almost more appealing--I find myself regretting the speed with which I consume them (but I can't help myself!). And the milkshakes are quite good, although they are--in my opinion--a bit too sweet. I think if I were diabetic, I might have issues! All that said, TPB suffers from the penny-wise, pound-foolish syndrome. Extras are, well, extra. The owners charge premium price for their products, which I can understand. What is less forgivable are the charges for the "little" things. Soft drinks at four dollars? Not only do the owners not make them, but as retailers they themselves pay almost zero for sugary water. Want their garlic aioli, or maybe a few chili peppers? One dollar please. These are the sort of egregious markups that may help make a profit, but are a real turn off. And they should honestly be rethought, given that their burgers start at ten dollars and basic fries at six. I don't begrudge any business for wanting to charge an appropriate price for their product, but no one likes being nickel-and-dimed. Don't get me wrong: I like Tanner's very much and I will be back. But I hope they reconsider just not what they charge their customers for, but why as well. Meanwhile, I'll eat my 1/3 single Tanner's Prime Burger quietly and wait...

A great burger shop located in south Oceanside with great smash burger meals, shakes, and fries. I ordered the double burger and a chocolate shake. While my girlfriend ordered a single burger. The pros: The burger was crispy and fresh, comes with a small whole banana pepper on top that you can bite whole and add the juice into your burger and the bread was soft but also toasted. The chocolate shake was immaculate and had a great consistency and flavor. They have good indoor and outdoor seating but when it gets busy, difficult to find a table. Bathrooms were nice and accessible. The cons: Parking is very difficult. Their parking lot is small and if you go on the weekend when it gets busy, be prepared to find street parking. Their price is also a bit higher than most burger shops so be prepared to drop about $40+ for a meal for two. Rather go to In N Out if we are talking pricing. Lastly, I had the fries here before (not pictured) and they're great but are a little bit too crispy for me where they weren't very appetizing. Verdict: I'd recommend people to come try this place if they haven't. Great for a quick bite or to hang with friends as they have TVs inside with sports. Great atmosphere. I wouldn't come that often or make it a frequent go-to spot, more for special occasions or want to go out for an upscale burger.

I was going to Escondido from Chula Vista and decided to take a side trip to Oceanside to finally try Tanner's Prime Burgers. This place has been hyped up all over social media for some time now and I will say it lives up to it. The ordered the double Tanner Burger and fries, the wife got the single, my son had the slider, we ordered two sides of fries, two lemonades, and a shake. Everything was 100% on point. The 1/3 patties were smashed so much there was crispy meat hanging an inch over the back of the bun. The tanner sauce is yummy, the shake is bomb, and the fried were scrumptious. The best way I can describe the flavors and experience is, Tanner's is like an elevated In-N-Out, in a really good way. Chill, friendly staff, laid back vibes, and really good burgers and fries. Overall I'm super glad that I tried it out. I wouldn't go as far to say it's worth the drive from Chula Vista, not much is, but it's definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. When you go, don't let the long line scare you away, it moves fast. When we got there the line was parallel to the full length of the patio area, maybe a little pass, but from getting in line to receiving our food took about 25-30 minutes.

They are popular for a reason! Obviously they have the best smash burgers, but their tallow fries are also some of the best fries you could get. Everything is fresh and perfectly crispy. I love the options to really customize each burger/salad/hot dog. They do typically have a long line, but it moves quite fast. You order first then find seating and wait for your order. Your order comes out pretty fast so they do have quick turnover, making it easier to find seating. My friend and I each ordered our own Single Tanner's Prime Burger and we split the Dirty Tallow Fries. I ordered my burger without cheese and honestly I wouldn't have even noticed the difference because the flavor of the patty, bacon, and caramelized onions took care of it all. I didn't realize at the time that I could have ordered it as a salad or even single patties, but the options are endless. We absolutely devoured the dirty tallow fries. Such crisp fries with their flavored beef and house sauce. Just order the fries I promise they are worth it. It's a great place to get a quick and delicious bite to eat!

The dirty fries are really good. They smash up some patties and add sauces for a meaty version reminiscent of In N Out's Animal Style Fries. For the double prime burger, I like to add extra burger sauce mixed with their garlic aioli and chopped chilis. I have beef with their burger salad though! None of the veggies are chopped or even dispersed they just pile them on top of each other. Not the most efficient way to eat a salad but to each their own. It's a good quality fast food spot serving some good burger and fries. Expect to pay a lot more than an In N Out due to the increased quality of ingredients. Right next to an Ice Cream shop, which is always a nice plus. Parking is a bit hit or miss since it is located in a small lot. Street parking available nearby. Staff has always been very polite and professional.

Came here on a Sunday afternoon with my friends and I've been wanting to try this place for quite some time! It was super busy the line was out the door but it maybe took at most 10 minutes. We parked a little down the street but this place is worth it. The food came out quick and it was so delicious!

Came here last week around 4-ish so we beat the dinner rush, and found parking right in front. There are other neighboring restaurants so parking can get tricky I imagine. The staff were friendly and the burgers are delish, smashed yet have that crunchy edge. I ordered the tanner prime double and they forgot the lettuce and tomato. I honestly didn't notice until my husband pointed this out since his dirty double order doesn't come with lettuce and tomato and they looked exactly the same, yet mine wasn't spicy. So that was a miss for me since I wish I would have had that crunch of the lettuce and added flavor the veggies can give. The dirty tallow fries were smothered in beef fat and a layer of beef on top with that aioli sauce that really brings out the flavor. The kids mini slider was a little too small for $7.95- my son easily could have eaten a regular sized burger so def keep that in mind. Overall the setting is open, inviting and hope we can come back one day to make up for that one hiccup.

Walk up to counter to order... they give you a number.... prime burgers & fries....they bring out your order.... It's not cheap... 2 burgers and 2 drinks we shared a single order of French fries... 36.00 plus tip... It's new... very clean... and cute... you can see in to the kitchen... Small parking lot...

TANNER'S PRIME BURGER This place is always line out the door! I've passed by here a couple times but never had a chance to reserve a time to actually stop by and dine in. My boyfriend and I decided to come in on a Saturday evening, around 6pm. Line out the door but wait wasn't bad, maybe like 15-20 minutes. We ended up ordering a single and double burger, as well as their iconic milkshake. It was pretty decent, the difference from other burger spots is that the meat is smashed, so it's a super thin patty, makes it easier to eat, and you can taste all the goodness in the burger. Burger was about $10 each for a single and $13 for a double. The chocolate shake was incredible, and I'd come back for it, it was fantastic, creamy, and tasted fresh! Overall, this place was pretty good for what it is. I'd still come back for the vibes, atmosphere, and the quality. Parking is a massacre, it's super small so I'd recommend parking by the neighborhood.

Smash patties!!! There's always a line at Tanners, the question is is it out the door or is it down the block? The burgers here are definitely some of the best in San Diego County. If you like smash burgers, Tanners does a true smash burger, pounding that 1/3 lb patty almost paper thin, with some nice grilled crusted edges. They have beers, TVs, one milkshake and even can make dog patties for your hungry pup! Tanners Prime 1/3 lb Burger - After I ordered this, I had immediate regret that I didn't order the double seeing how thin the patties came out. But... 1/3 lb was just fine for me because behind the paper wrap that patty kept stretching out so there was plenty of meat. But if you're hungry, definitely splurge for the double. The Prime comes with carmelized onions, sweet onions, lettuce, tomato and American Cheese. If you get the Dirty, it doesn't have the sweet onions, lettuce and tomato, but it does come with pickles. It's just a personal preference if you want more or less veggies. It's been awhile since I had a burger this memorable. I loved how the thin, almost crispy patty was well seasoned, how the veggies were fresh and that you could add as much Tanner's burger sauce as you wanted (they put a whole bottle in front of you). You can also spice it up with their hot sauce. Tallow Fries - There's only one kind of fries, so you can just order them as fries or tallow fries, they are all going to be tallow fries. They are cooked in beef fat which gives them a little more flavor, but I didn't find them that much different than fries at other places. That said, they are still great and something you have to get with your burger. Lager - I paired my meal with a house lager, which was an easy drinking beer that wasn't too filling or too hoppy. It matched well. Other notable items on the menu include... Dirty Fries (fries covered with beef, cheese, onions), Cheese Fries, Chocolate Milkshake (they only have one flavor for the milkshake), various beers and wines. Next time I really want to try a milkshake if I can fit it all down. The food came out quickly and the lady taking the orders is super sweet to everyone! This is a fun, casual place to go with friends and family on nice day near the coast. I know it's just a burger, but they do these smash burgers really well. I can't wait to come back!

Wow! I don't normally drive 40 minutes for a hamburger and fries. This time I am really glad that I did! Tanners had a cool building with roll up doors which reminds me of a garage. Ordered at the counter a cheeseburger, fries and coke. Ordered a double spicy and cheese fries for my son. It was delicious! Although I bit into the hot pepper and was stunned for a few seconds. I quickly recovered. I highly recommend Tanners if your in the mood for a delicious burger and fries.

On our trek for the best burger in San Diego, we landed upon this spot. The inside is large and has plenty of seating for your party. We ordered at the counter and grabbed a nearby table. The food came out shortly after. This is a great burger. The staff were also extremely friendly in getting us any extra condiments that we wanted. Would recommend for a nice burger if you're not on a diet.

High quality, great service and incredibly tasty burgers. I have been here three times already and can never decide which burger I like the most. So I recommend splitting both double burgers (the classic and the other one). Do not skip on getting the amazing chocolate milkshake. They also have great beers, love their lager.

Another excellent smash burger for dinner here! This time I also got fries, sweet tea, and a fatty patty for dessert. All were delicious! Busy and vibrant ambiance as usual. Until next time.

Come knowing there is limited parking but if you get lucky some street parking is available. They do have it order first, pay, and then go sit down. A few flavors of sauces to choose from if you'd like and a few different entree options. The staff was polite but a bit rushing when you first get to the cashier, would think two cashiers would make for a smooth experience. They offer sports televised but is a bit noisy so you can't hear what they are saying. Amazing burgers! Fresh and delicious, they also offer a spicy little pepper with their burgers. I got fries with a little BBQ sauce and you can tell they make their BBQ sauce in house - amazing quality and flavor! Their chocolate milkshake was very intense with chocolate which is just what I wanted, nice flavor and will be back for more!

Food was incredible! Pretty tasty, similar concept to in n out but definitely more elevated. They offer sauce on the side in addition to hot sauce which is a nice touch. The dirty tallow fries come with a patty on top so I feel like it was a meal in itself. I only didn't love it because it was too much meat for me when I already had a burger that came with a fat patty. Parking is tough because lot is small and the line wraps around the corner bc of how busy it was but it was definitely worth the wait!

The tanner lager was exceptional! I actually keep thinking about it days later. The burgers and fries were excellent as well. I had a sip of a milkshake and I would describe it like a gourmet wendy's frosty in the best way.

Not the thinnest smashburger I've had, but it was delicious. I got the 1/3lb burger and it was so filling. If you dine in you get the burger sauce and hot sauce on the side. The burger sauce is like a sweeter version of innout's sauce which is delicious, and the hot sauce adds a nice kick. They had a line right at opening and continued to grow a crowd!

Preface as I'm not a burger person but the beef was really good and the dirty tallow fries hit the spot. Busy and popular shop in the Freeman Collective. A few parking spots in the lot but otherwise street parking. They have inside and patio seating and the line is usually line but moves quickly. The tanners lemonade and tea were refreshing. I'd recommend if you're into burgers!

Great food Lots of space to dine in or out Is it a bit pricey but you get what you pay for The fountain drinks options were good the lemonade was delicious The Swiss they give you on the side was yummy Great customer service

Saw this restaurant on IG and had to try it for myself. I had the 1/3 lb single Tanner's prime burger, Tanner's prime hot burger, with the Tallow fries. Definitely a terrific burger and fries. Wasn't crazy about the hotdog. It was just average. This place gets super busy so make sure to allow time to order & get your food. Restaurant was clean and I liked that the water fountain was triple filtered so the water was good. Only thing I didn't like was sharing restrooms. When I go to the bathroom I don't like seeing a urinal when I use the restroom. You gotta try this place!

Hmmm okay this place was good but I had higher expectations. Kinda just tasted like in n out with the grilled onions and the "Tanner's Sauce" which is really just spread. In n out lowkey has better fries too. Also the burger and loaded fries claimed to have beef bacon but I didn't taste that at all. Ranch was 10/10 though. The chocolate shake was good, but not my thing. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way for this burger but I'm glad I tried it. There's lots of outdoor and indoor seating. Service was great too. We waited in line for about 15 minutes on a Saturday.

Local burger joint that I'm sure Guy F will discover soon...best smash burger I've tasted so far! Smash burger with crispy edges!! I ordered the bunless burger and it was great. They bring you sauce bottle for you to add more and more sauce onto your burger and fries!! Service was good and food arrived fast. The dining area is open atmosphere with continuous inside and outside patio seating. I plan to be back!!

We've been wanting to go here for a while but the line is always forever long. Today we just sucked it up and stood in the line. I'm glad we did. One of the best smash burgers I've had. I got the Prime Dirty Double and it was fantastic. The tallow fries are unbeatable. My wife also had the shake and said it was great. The staff was friendly and we were able to find some seating outside so that was great. Don't be deterred by the line as it moves relatively quickly. The bigger challenge is finding parking!! Definitely worth a visit.

I stopped in with my husband to have dinner, I have wanted to check this place out for a while. It was packed inside and out, the line was super long and out on the street, the food must be really good for the line to be that long. Once we got inside, we ordered and were lucky to find seating as several groups of people were leaving. I had the single prime burger, beef tallow fries and the double chocolate shake that was thick and creamy. The smash burger was so delicious and melt in your mouth, it almost reminded me of an In & Out burger, it even came with the same yellow hot pepper In & Out uses. They also have their own secret sauce that comes out with your order in a bottle that was pretty good. The staff and service were wonderful, they had a nice patio to bring your dog, and there was a small parking lot, but street parking was easy to find. Overall, I enjoyed eating here and would come back again.

We stopped in mid-afternoon after a long drive to Oceanside side. Since it was past lunch and to early for dinner we didn't have to deal with the long like that I heard about. There was 8 of all together and the only thing they forgot on our order was a milkshake but that was a quick fix. I got the burger salad and it was delicious and big. I got everyone's opinion in our party and they all gave their burgers a high rating and better then another popular burger place. If we lived in the area Tabners would be one of our go to burger joints.