Thunder Bacon Burger Co

Best damn burgers I’ve had in a long time in Tucson. The flavors and portion are just perfect!! The fries are definitely amazing as well. The ketchup tasted handmade (not sure if it is) but it was better than the regular ketchup you get at other places. We tried both the ThunderKush burger and Big Kahuna. Will definitely be coming back to try the other burgers. I love how they offer a wide range of different burgers. Definitely love trying new places and seeing what new items small businesses are creating. This is such a creative menu. Finally, so grateful I gave this place a chance. Highly recommend 💯💯💯 oh and the person working the counter yesterday May 18 was amazing. She is new and still learning but she was very helpful and provided amazing customer service.

Great burger! I had the Shroom burger and it was delicious. I did not get the thunder fries but someone I was with did and they said they were delicious. 4 of us went and we all enjoyed the burgers we ate. No complaints! I will be returning to try more burgers. If you are looking for a good burger, this is the place to come to.

I ate here in November of '23 while in Tucson for Tour de Tucson. Forgot to post a review that evening. I ordered "The Big Kahuna". It was delicious. I hope this place is still dishing out great burgers next November. If so, I ll be back! Also, the Star Wars deco was cool.

First time going here. It's a cool little restaurant, the atmosphere and style were very cool. Staff were welcoming and professional and the food was awesome! The buffalo ranch fries were a little too saucy so the fries became soggy but were really good. Burgers were awesome, The G.O.A.T and Big Kahuna were our choices and didn't disappoint. We rarely go downtown but when we do, we'll definitely keep this place in mind.

This might be my new favorite burger place. The 520 was fantastic, I loved the green chilies on it. The tater tots are cooked to perfection and the toppings are awesome. I recommend the thunder style tots.

This is a pretty good burger and fry place. Making a decision on what to try was difficult as it all sounded good and some unique choices. Their sauce is good, not for $1.75/tablespoon and watch what price they tell you because even when they tell you wrong, they will not make it right. Not allergy friendly for those that need to make changes to burger of month, i.e. veggie patty substitue or items removed. Tots were crispy but had no seasoning. Good with sauce, if you want to pay extra.

This place is awesome ! Awesome atmosphere.and very awesome burgers OMG this has to be hands down the best burger I have had in a very long time I definitely recommend this a try cause if you want a freaking goooood burger this will be your now go to thank you Thunder bacon burger company

If you want an amazing burger and fries then come here! Wow! The 520 burger is everything Tucson and delicious! The only reason I gave the atmosphere 4 stars is because the combo of Donut Bar and Thunder Bacon Burger is slightly awkward. If they could have a bigger space, more seating, and extra staff then we think they could do a large volume of customers. It seemed like one of the two was an after thought rather than a balanced union. With that said, go eat there! It's so good!

Friday night June 20, 2025. The lady server was really nice and friendly. The burger was dynamite exceeded my expectations, but then the male server walked up at the end and said we had a move to the bar and he took our plates away without asking if we were done I wasn't even done with my burger yet he took it away very rude. They were seating five people so they told us to get up and move very odd and disrespectful. If I go back, I will take an order to go. I will not sit in their establishment again.

We discovered this place last year when we came for a conference. We had been looking to find a good burger after Diablo Burger closed. What drew me in was the historical building when I was checking it out online. It's so cute!! We came back this year and it did not disappoint again! I had the classic burger and I shared Thunder Fries with my husband. The burger was delicious!! I love the thunder sauce and all the fresh veggies. The fries were crisp and the bacon jam added just enough sweet to the smokey, salty bacon. I couldn't stop eating them. My husband tried the Eclipso and really enjoyed the chorizo and green chili. I have never seen him inhale a burger so fast. The staff is so friendly and service was super quick. We look forward to seeing you next year. Thanks for the great meal!!

Absolutely LOVED it here! I got the Farlows burger and ate every bite of it, it was that good! The pulled pork on it was soooo tender too. My girlfriend got the 520 burger, she loved it and it definitely had some spice to it! The lady working was very sweet and nice (can't remember her name but she's the one that had plugs in her ears) very friendly as well. Fantastic experience and will be coming back again. Side note: There's an older male spirit/ghost that hangs out inside as well I saw. Very calm man and doesn't bug anyone, he's more of an observer . I'm also a psychic medium so most people won't see this man but waitress affirmed what I saw. All good vibes!

I really enjoy eating in eclectic establishments with unique dishes, especially when made well, and Thunder Bacon Burger brought the thunder in each of these areas! I have not been here since the previous business, Donut Bar, was in the space. While I do miss Donut Bar, Thunder Bacon Burger is an excellent replacement. It was nice to be back. The place was clean, and our server, Erin, was very personable. My wife had the Thunder Veggie Burger, I had the Thinderkush (Green chilies, bleu cheese, chopped bacon, and raspberry chipotle sauce), and our 19-year-old son had the WTF (Peanut butter, chopped bacon, jalapeño, and raspberry chipotle sauce on a donut bun). All of us enjoyed our food, and it made for a memorable Wednesday lunch. If my review was not enough to persuade you to give them a try, they also have a painting of Alex Van Halen's iconic guitar and a sign outside that essentially states skinny people do not get kidnapped. :)

I loved my burger the 520. My friend had the chicken sandwich it was good as well he said. The onion rings were not great, reminded me of a frozen dinner. The space is pretty descents and there are a big selection of burgers and the buns were toasted as well. It bugs me when a place can't toast the buns right, even McDonald's toast their buns. Good option before a show downtown. I'll be back. It's the Lindy's guy do he knows burgers and it's local!!!!

My mom is a picky eater and she loves a good burger. Brought her here on a weekend in Tucson and she absolutely loved it. So did I. Staff was super friendly, Studio Ghibli played on the tv, cool tunes and art. 10/10.

Just randomly wanted a burger while I was walking around and came across this place on yelp. There was only one other couple so service was immediate and they had some cool photos on the wall. I got the burger that had donuts for a bun and red chili peppers inside with some kind of barbecue sauce and it was insanely good. Had an IPA that voodoo ranger IPA. It was good went perfectly with the fries in the burger. I will definitely be back for another burger.

Nice place to stop in for a pretty decent and unique burger. Good flavor, not to messy and a very rock and roll ambiance. We tried a couple burgers and also the loaded tater tots. The cream cheese took me by surprise and made it a little heavy but the pickled onions helped. Nice place to grab lunch with friends and I'm sure also an even better spot after a few drinks and a walk downtown. Would return again.

A small burger joint located downtown. This place was great! Loved my classic bacon burger. We also got the Thunder Pacaw which was a breaded chicken patty on top of a burger. The hot honey chili sauce on top was so good. Server was super nice and provided suggestions and explained the menu. We loved the art decor too. The bathroom decor is hilarious.

Back in Tucson just under 3 years, cannot believe this was my first time here - the 'Thunder Classic Burger' was as good as it gets. The burger was cooked perfectly, the bun was wonderful, toppings all fresh and a small vice large side of tots (sufficient for two average sized people) were crispy and flavorful. Toss in friendly and welcoming service from Lauren and Dragoon (Sonoran Amber) on tap, absolutely great experience and a perfect lunch stop. The restrooms have cool art deco and overall, I am issuing my coveted 6-star rating on cleanliness. Those cieling tiles to include around intakes - spotless! Assuming the kitchen is as clean as the dining area, this place deserves a A++. Will definitely return, highly recommend. Tip: Ride share may take you to the previous location, double check the current address in your app.

First the location. It's downtown and parking is an issue. The are a few spots on the street in front but they were taken. Ended in a parking garage around the corner. The restaurant has an urban vibe and was fairly empty when we got there a little after noon on a Saturday. It ended up being pretty jammed but the time we left. We seated immediately and our waitress did a great job of taking care of us the entire time. We both ordered the Thunder Classic Burger with tater tots on the side. It's a double patty smash burger on an amazing bun. I opted out on the "Thunder Sauce" and went with yellow mustard instead. My wife went with the sauce which I later tasted and it was pretty good. Prepare to get messy with the burger but it's worth it! It's a basic burger, with lettuce, tomato and pickles but its tastes amazing.... On a final note the restrooms are CLEAN!

Here's the deal this is pretty decent food. However, I do have a few issues. I ordered via doordash and after comparing price they are charging more on doordash than in restaurant. Example 3 way is 18 in store we paid 21 on doordash. Also, on the photos they show make the portions look huge and they're not. They are fine portion but a realistic photo of what you're getting is what is expected. They make the fries (and we ordered large porion)and tots look like they could feed 2 people, But it's not it's a small portion compared to photos. Which again is fine, but let's not over promise. Finally, the food it's self. The buns are so good, tgey are nice and soft. I had the G.O.A.T burger it was decent. It's not something I would go out if my way to order again. My husband had the 3 way burger. He loved it. However, again it was nearly as much food as they made it look like. The fries that are called Chipotle are really buffalo. They were great. Just not what I expected. The thunder fries were great. The thunder sauce is similar to big mac sauce. I would leave thunder off next time. Finally, I'm going to upload photos of what I received compared to the photos they provide. Included prices on website vs doordash.

This place is awesome!! I saw it on Instagram and had to stop in! I tried some of their crazy burgers and they did not disappoint! The server was very polite and helpful. She helped me pick out some burgers to try! The inside is very unique and punk rock! Highly recommend this place!! I will come back any time I'm in town!

Ambiance: cool hole on the wall Service: Friendly, Approachable Food: Valhalla-worthy We ordered the Big Kahuna, the Inception and to shared Tinder Style Loaded Tots. Thunder Sauce: 1000 Island Note: I totally intended to take a photo of the burgers. They were big and juicy, burgers come with pattys - I think. Ours did. *rolling out of here.

I went here last weekend and had a great experience. The woman who served me had a great personality and helped me pick a burger. Can't remember name but black hair and cheek piercing, you're awesome. Best thing about this place is the creative burger options, I will be trying more for sure. The restaurant is well decorated and spotless clean. The view looks over towards the downtown transit station, so there is always something crazy to see out the windows. Two small complaints: 1. Charging for sauce - if I'm spending $20 on a burger and fries, getting charged $1/per for a non-homemade ranch and side of house sauce should be criminal. 2. All the TVs were turned off on a saturday midday (I was the only person in the restaurant), I asked if I could get the free ufc fights put on, waitresses asked the owner/management who said no. Alright then

Overall I had a pretty good experience here. It wasn't busy at all on a Sunday morning. The waitress was friendly and attentive, and my food came in just under 10 minutes after ordering. Sometimes when ordering a burger, places ask how you'd like your meat cooked, but I guess they don't do that here. The Thunderkush was pretty good, and the fries were crispy and not overly salty, how I like them. They charged an extra dollar for a side of BBQ sauce. I'd definitely come back and try one of their other unique burgers.

Great burger and fries easy to park nearby on a weekend would definitely repeat soon.

On our way to Mexico. Stop in Tucson. To pass time we to an adventure from the airport hotel to Downtown Tucson. Met some great people on the transit. Petted a couple of puppies. To cap off the ride, we selected a small and exciting restaurant. Since we were having fun anyway, we selected a few flavors we had never mixed together before. We had 2 burgers and a side of fries. The entrees were the Wonder Fluff and Eclipzo. See the menu for a full description. Well, marshmallows on a burger with bacon and chili n garlic will awaken your taste buds and confuse them. We loved it. If that was not enough, then a burger with chorizo, green chilies, onion and cream cheese mixed with a special Thunder Sauce will cap off your appetite. We had a lot of fun and glad we made this adventure.

This place took over the beloved donut bar and I was sad to see, is no longer doing both. The Thunder Backn Burgers however, looked like a dream online so my husband and I were excited to come try them! I loved the selections, both classic and a little out there. I tend to prefer the "out there" side. I chose the 520 burger, a chorizo burger with green chiles and bacon. When it came, it wasn't bad. The meat was flatter and soft (like a Freddie's burger) and the bun was soft . It appeared like the pictures but also in a more realistic edible size which was not a problem. I did feel like it needed something, some kind of kick.. maybe a less mild chorizo. Until I deconstructed it, I thought they had gave me a hamburger patty instead. My husband got the Big Kahuna... it looked amazing when it came out and he said it was good. We ordered the Thunder tots as well but I was not impressed. Something must have been going on with my taste because there was this reminiscent taste in them... my husband finally said ohhh teriyaki! But that wasn't it to me... it was a potato salad taste (I don't like potato salad). Idk what exactly was in the tots but that's the taste I got from it. The server was nice and helped with ordering, but took a bit long to bring water on a hot day, as well as for a refill (we had to ask both times).. but she was good with the water after those 2 times. I did think it was strange though that she asked if we wanted ice. Never had that question and again it was pretty warm out. You pay at the counter (which we only knew because we saw someone else do it) and the server was talkative and friendly , which was a pleasant end to our time at Thunder Burger. I do want to go back and try another burger, and I would recommend this place to others. I would really give it a 3.5 if I could. Just didn't quite hit a 4 star experience for me.

Solid burgers with an awesome menu of unique choices. I got the GOAT and absolutely loved it. Tots were crisp and perfect but the ketchup wasn't great for dipping, very granulated and fairly tasteless and without a good sauce tots are just too dry and boring.

The burgers here are amazing!!! Very friendly staff. The restaurant is located in the middle of the downtown area, so if you are looking for a great burger near Congress/Broadway, eat here!

We were in the area for a concert and needed food so we tried this place based on the reviews. We were glad we did. The menu is interesting and we all tried something different. I had the burger with chorizo and green chile. It was really delicious, but just a bit too rich and I couldn't finish it. The fries were good and so was the portion size. I didn't pay attention to what the others ordered, but they all enjoyed their food too. We all agreed the service, prices and beer selection were great and we would return.

This is a very complicated review for me to write because the experience was all over the board. Food was delicious and def 5 stars. Our waitress was also amazing and 5 stars. Here's where it falls off the rails. No soda fountain so only have canned soda and no diet coke when we were there. Also no ice?!??! So whatever you drink will be tepid. Absolutely terrible ketchup, probably sysco house recipe which is the worst of the worst so we ordered some of their signature sauce to dip our fries in and they charge 1.75 for a small little side. I had the burger with goat cheese and it was great. We also ordered the thunder queso fries and thunder fries and all agree the thunder fries were the winner.

Poured shitest beer ever so much foam worst 5 dollars with one inch of foam so less then full beer nice

As a fan of weird burgers (still looking for a great PBJ burger) I was real excited to try this place out! Needless to say, I was not disappointed. Right off the rip, the punk rock, skater park aesthetic is unique and got me more excited for what the burgers had to offer. It's a relatively smaller shop but I've never had trouble finding seating and the display case of doughnuts and pastries is intriguing. For those who don't know, on certain burgers you can request the bun be replaced with doughnuts or concha bread, though they've been sold out of the conchas every time I've been unfortunately. A burger on a doughnut is definitely novel, but a little more than I think I can handle, especially if you aren't just cramming this burger down your throat because the doughnut can get a bit soggy if you let it sit for bit. Regardless, the burgers themselves and the unique toppings are top notch! Really nice seasoning and flavors and I seriously love the crisp fries and loaded tater tots. All in all: I think my arteries can only handle a trip here once a month tops, but I always look forward to slowly but surely getting to try each menu item they have to offer.

Walking by this place you would never expect what you get. The most unusual but delicious burgers. The tater tots sounded better than they were, but weren't bad.

Tried the classic burger, the firebird, and the loaded fries. Classic was decent, tasted a lot like a Big Mac with the sauce and lettuce and pickles but for 14 dollars I would rather just get a Big Mac honestly. The loaded fries were good but it looks nothing like the picture of loaded fries on Uber Eats with the thick layers of bacon and bacon jam, it is just speckled with tiny bits of bacon and bacon jam. We asked for extra sauce and it seemed like they did the opposite and put less sauce on it. The flavor was decent however. The firebird was good, nothing amazing , but did have extra sauce as we had asked. Overall it was good but not good enough that I would ever want it again or ever order from them again. 3/5

Just not a great burger. Very run-of-the-mill. Expensive for what they are; and there are better burger places in Tucson. Lotta hype; but not worth the rep

The staff was very welcoming. The food was really good. We had the classic Thunder burger and the crispy bacon was fabulous!

A decent place with an exotic, highly caloric burger menu. The ingredients seemed to be of quality and the food was fast and fresh out of the kitchen. Despite being meticulous about which burger required the gluten free bun, and the waitperson having a digital order pad to enter all requests, our burgers arrived on the wrong buns (we had to swap it out). Fries were good with their garlicky thunder sauce. I liked the "520" burger. The table surfaces are sticky and the place smells of stale beer. We will probably be back if in the neighborhood to see a band at 191 Toole, but aren't keen on making it a regular haunt.

Delicious flavor combinations and juicy burgers! I love the way they put a mountain of chopped bacon...gets in every bite!

I ordered a burger to-go. Had a short walk and it was ready when I got there. The burger was delicious! A little sloppy to eat haha but that made it all the more fun. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

First of all this place is so cute. The service was great and the food is delicious. The sauce is so amazing. It was also very clean. Thunder Bacon Burger checks all the boxes and I would definitely recommended it.

Fantastic food...not from Tuscon but wish I were. Great fries, onion rings and classic burger. Service was attentive and price was reasonable. Definitely wish I lived here!

Flaming Cheetos on a burger. Had to try it. It was actually good. Cool and quirky burger joint. I hope they stick around!

I've tried this place for dinner and it has always been good. We missed their last brunch offering so we made it a point to go to this one. Definitely come here with an empty stomach because you will be leaving stuffed. We ordered the Fried Funnel cake waffles and the 520 Burro. I am not big on sweet dishes but my boyfriend loved the savory brisket mixed with the sweetness of the funnel cake. As for the burro, this is the type of burrito you want when you're hungover. It has everything you'd want, potatoes, chorizo, green chili, eggs etc. Not only is the food good, the hospitality is excellent. We originally came to try some of gravy breakfast items but they were out of gravy when we got there. They heard how much we wanted to try them so they made it a point to prepare us a plate when the gravy as made.

Walked into this local spot not knowing what to expect, and was wowed. Thunder Bacon Burger Co. is delicious. I ordered the shroom burger and will definitely be back. Service was very laid back and friendly. The environment is a very welcoming and cool vibe. Highly recommend, should check it out!

The food, service, and ambiance of this restaurant were all fantastic! The big kahuna burger and thunder fries hit the spot and the waitress was great. She was alone in the restaurant and did a fantastic job helping everyone! Great service and great place! We will be back for sure when we drive down from the valley!

The Best Burger!! I was craving a Sonoran dog soooo bad but then I saw this !!! Omg!!! It was orgasmic!! Tucson has the best hidden gems!! I lived here 5 years but didn't appreciate the things native to Tucson until I left!! Don't miss this spot!!

We were finally downtown on a Friday night. We ended up at Thunder Bacon Burger which is located where B-Line used to be. We ordered the classic & 420 burgers with regular fries. I have to say WOWSY! The burgers were incredible and fries were perfectly crispy! I was a little bummed by plastic cups for our beers, but was able to get over it very quickly-food was that good. I forgot about my beer... I happened to see the cook was Lindy. It all made perfect sense on why the caliber of burgers were such so! That man knows his burgers! Definitely go in and get some food! You won't be disappointed! Now being able to make a choice on burgers I say good luck!

We came here for lunch after seeing a Yelp photo on the Yelp Instagram page. The burger looked so good we had to try it. The types of burgers were unique and it was difficult to choose. When you walk into the place you're met with all types of cool decor and a lot of skull artwork which I of course loved. This place seems like it was meant for me and I felt "home". We shared a burger meal due to our planned activities today. The Hawaiian style burger is what we ended up choosing. We opted for the Thunder sauce on the side and the green ow that sauce is tasty. The burger was cooked "well done" in my opinion and the patty didn't have a lot of flavor. However, the toppings and glaze were flavorful. The burger was also imprinted with a thunderbird on the bun. It was all around a good burger and the crinkle cut fries hit the spot as well. I recommend stopping here if you're in the area. Side note, the bathroom had some unique artwork too. It was fun!

Overall decent burger. The burger was cooked well done, would have liked it with a little more red. The quality of the meat was average. The bun was good and toasted. So no sogginess. Tasted like a slightly better bun version of a big mac. Fries were ok but not pretty bland. Overall decent burger but slightly overpriced.

**disclaimer** DELIVERY REVIEW ONLY Thunder Bacon Burger knocked my socks off! It produced one of the best burgers I have eaten in a long time! I generally do not write a review unless I have visited a place, and did not expect to write this, but was so incredibly impressed I felt compelled. I ordered the Eclipzo burger but am willing to bet (a theory I will most certainly test) that everything on their menu is just as good given the quality I experienced. The burger was juicy and flavorful and dispute the load of toppings was not soggy at all. Also the tots were crispy and delicious. I will 100% be visiting in person to try TBB hot off the grill. Which I am sure will only make it better.

Finally got to Tucson and got to try Thunder Bacon Burger. Located right on 4th, it is very easy to find, but there is only metered parking. There is a tram that goes right by so I suppose you could also catch the tram and stop right out front if you want to avoid the metered parking. There is a vary simple menu with burgers only and not too many choices (No salads or anything like that). All the burgers are $12.99 and come with fries but you can substitute tater tots or sweet potato fries for $1 more. Seating inside is varied, there are some tables that seat 2-4, and there are plenty of counters with taller chairs. The artwork is interesting with some fluorescent colors and some funny pictures. The person taking the orders was friendly and helpful and she also delivered the food when it was ready. I think Lindy was in the back cooking the burgers. Compliments to the chef owner for his tasty creations. I tried the Big Kahuna burger and it was delicious. Moist and juicy and a little pink inside, not over cooked at all and very tasty. It is a little messy but the tables have a whole roll or paper towels for you. The buns have a thunder bolt stamped into them too. The sweet potato fries were crisp and tasty exactly how I like them. I think it took me about 5 minutes to devour the whole meal partially because I was hungry, but mostly because I could not stop eating it. No tap water available but the bottled water and cans of soda are only $1 so that is a good bargain. Definitely stop in and try if you are nearby and in the mood for a tasty burger creation.

Superb. Great veg burgers, others in our party got regular. Top notch ingredients + toppings. Impressed all around. Fries were A+. Gal working today was . Got a few donuts to go.

Overall, the burgers were good and very filling, however, they were on the heavy dense side. I think we could've ordered better, but I would've liked some lettuce or tomatoes help break up the richness. The bacon was crumbled on top of the burgers and the fries were crispy. We were there on a Friday late afternoon and there was no one else there so we were quickly seated. The bathroom has a nice surprise for any Star Wars fans.

Perfection from start to finish. Servers were chatty and friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked through the door. Our server took time to answer all our questions and gave excellent recommendations. The food is absolutely insane. I had the Thunderkush burger. It was the perfect balance of sweet, salty and tangy. My eyes actually rolled back with the first bite. The Red Desert Style tots were also delicious. The tots were crispy outside and perfectly tender inside. The pulled pork on the tots reminded me of pulled pork I had at a backwoods shack in Georgia years ago. Everything we had was fantastic, and the beer selections were amazing. My *only* quibble is I'd love a location closer to my home in OV, but I still gladly make the drive for Thunder Bacon Burger!

These burgers are the best that I have ever had. I recommend the 520 and the thunderkush. I cannot wait to visit your restaurant in person!

Looking at these photos and now I'm craving them! I had the 420 Burger with Dirty Thunder Style fries. It was SO freaking good! I didn't quite taste the chorizo in my burger and it tasted the same as my son's regular burger but nonetheless, I loved the hot Cheetos and cream cheese in it! My husband got the Farlows B.A.MF. burger and even though he asked for no lettuce twice, was told that it didn't come with lettuce, even though the menu stated it did. Low and behold, his came with shredded lettuce. He hates good stuff, so he was annoyed by that, so that's where the minus one star comes from.