Tommy's Burger Stop-Spenard

Chill, local, super groovy vibes. The staff is friendly and the food is top notch! We wished we had come here earlier during our week in Anchorage....this place has high Google reviews but was also highly highly recommended by some locals.... listen to everyone....go here....get anything! We had the burger and Fried halibut sandwich and that was the best fish sandwich I have ever put in my face..... the burger was also sooo delicious. The ingredients are fresh and cooked to order. This place is a little unassuming but is so worth the go!

I got a gunslinger. The burger itself is absolutely amazing. It's juicy and has a ridiculous amount of stuff on it. Mushrooms, onions, bacon, cheese and a ton of other stuff. The burger was so large it was actually difficult to hold. However, it was fantastic to eat. They also serve Gold peak tea, which is nice because I needed to not have a soda. I was also able to get a wonderful garden salad which had fresh bell peppers, mushrooms and crisp lettuce with a sweet vinaigrette that was light and interesting. It added quite a bit of flavor. The atmosphere is filled with geeky things, memorabilia, fan, art and local flora and fauna from Anchorage, Alaska. This was a wonderful place. If you're looking for a burger, this is the place to go. There's a reason it was voted best burger for 20 years.

It was great...great hamburgers and they let you know how long its gonna take before you pay to make sure you have enough time to wait.

If you want a great burger in Anchorage. This is the spot. Had the gunslinger and it's bomb. Service is class act and the atmosphere is chill. Going back to the hole in the wall soon.

Good little local burger place, just down from the airport. I had the fish and chips, meh I've had better. Next time I'm getting a burger. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

Best burger I’ve had in a long time. The patty was a bit salty but everything else was delicious!!!

The food was AMAZING but the older lady cashier was horrible. I went in at 5:55p for 2 cheesesteaks. There was a small line so I assumed they were still taking orders. The cook was sweet and mentioned that he’d take my order as the last one and the older lady seemed to be upset with this. Before asking the cook (and taking my order) she looked at me with a very nasty look and said “we close in 5 minutes”, I took a look at the grill with 6 patties and 4 pairs of bacon on it, looked back at her and she rolled her eyes at me before going to ask the cook if he’d make my food. I believe his answer pissed her off bcs she came back to me extremely aggressive. She had me repeat my VERY simple order several times and was very rude. After I placed my order she abruptly walked away and I was confused bcs she didn’t take my payment so I kinda just lingered and after a short while she rolled her eyes again and smashed my total into the register extremely aggressively. At check out I decided that based on my experience with her I wasn’t going to leave a tip for such horrible service. Once my receipt was printing she commented “I would’ve at least thought you’d leave a tip since you’re making the cook stay an extra 15mins” to which I replied “I would have if this place had a better cashier” to which she replied “don’t worry I’ll tip him out of my own personal money”. Once I got my food, she made another comment “you should at least thank the cook for making your food” mind you, it’s the food I PAID for … her behavior was extremely awkward, confusing, and rude. I will NOT be back to see her again!

We stopped here for lunch after collecting our rental car from airport. Its 10 mins nearby. A bit of a 15 minute wait cos it was lunch time. Burgers are super good.

Fantastic everything!!! I had the bacon cheeseburger with fries and it was wonderful. The ranch was good also. It was a bit of a wait but that just means it's the place to eat. 5 Stars Would eat there again!!!

Ballad of Sweet Charlotte Oh sweet Charlotte, Grill queen divine, Your sizzle and smoke Are a love song of mine. Buns warm and toasty, Patties that sing, Each bite is a chorus-- Oh, joy that you bring! Through years and through cravings, You've never betrayed, The mushrooms, the cheese, So perfectly laid. So here's to your burgers, Juicy and true, Dear Sweet Charlotte, forever-- I'm loyal to you!

First time here. Had burgers and fries/onion rings. They were huge and fantastic. Also had a wonderful chocolate milk shake. Only three tables inside so unless you arrive at an off time you won't have a place to sit. I would go back for eat in or take out.

Some of the best burgers I have eaten are from Tommy's. Anytime I am in Anchorage I must have a burger from here!

Their original location and the best in my opinion. The food is always piping hot and tastes simply amazing. The Cajun seasoning on the fries makes them where you can't stop eating them. The food is pricey, but you get a large amount. The weekly special for $18 is where it's at, as you get the fries included, and I have not been able to finish both the burger and fries so far. Some of the weekly specials have been the best so far, which unfortunately means you cannot get them unless it's the special, as they are not on the standard menu. The staff is always friendly and takes your order within seconds of walking in after greeting you.

I'm sad to have to do this, as Tommy's is somewhere I've been going to for years, but last night's experience was so disappointing, that i don't want to go back anymore. I have literally NEVER had anything from Tommy's that I left most of, but I did last night. Normally I leave some fries as I'm too full to eat more. Last night, i left over half the meal, because it was awful. I ordered a Philly Cheese Steak, with Cajun Fries. When it came, the fries were almost cold, and the seasoning was erratic - some had been seasoned, some had no seasoning at all. The sandwich however, was hotter than the surface of the sun, and i couldn't eat it. When something is THAT hot, I can tell that it's been microwaved, an opinion that was confirmed by how tough and chewy the bread was. This was not a fresh piece of bread, it had definitely been microwaved, (i know this from microwaving bread rolls at home, how they get if you go a few seconds over) and judging by the internal temperature of the filling, i think the entire thing was microwaved. Because the bread was so tough and chewy, the filling just squished right out of it when i attempted to take a bite. My husband ordered the Hot Chef Salad, which normally comes with 2 pots of salad dressing, he specified at the counter, that he wanted Ranch. His salad came without any dressing, and when he asked one of the girls who were walking around, she seemed surprised, and brought him 1 of the small pots of Ranch. We have, between us, had this salad dozens of times - IT HAS ALWAYS COME WITH 2 POTS OF DRESSING because it's a big salad. The price of food here is not cheap, and i don't appreciate disappointing food on date night, so i doubt I'll return. Whether they were having an off day, or training a new chef, i can't say, i wasn't made privy to such information. The lady at the counter staff was as good as always though.

When I googled the best burger in Anchorage, I had no idea how right they would be! This was by far the best burger and experience I have had in a long time. Be prepared to order fast when you walk in. The waitress is fast! There are only 3 tables inside. Small patio area but it was raining so I wanted to eat inside. Luckily two young men ate pretty quickly and gave us their table. The burger was hot, fresh and very tasty! The bun was perfect! I chose the cheeseburger and fries with a side of homemade ranch dressing along with an iced tea. I could literally eat here every day! Best. Burger. Ever. No lie. Friendly staff. Five stars! Don't pass this one by! It's worth the price.

This was $38 for a burger and a small order of onion rings. Good food, but way overpriced. This single burger meal is more expensive than any large pizza around town. Ridiculous pricing is my only problem with the place

Every time I'm back home Tommy's is a must stop. I've been going here since I was kid. First place I ate fresh off the plane. Was kind of surprised with the price increases but the quality of food was still there. I had a burger one day and a Philly cheesesteak the next day. 10/10 as usual. And the fries are fire

Absolute garbage customer service anymore. I was told 10 minutes on the phone and paid for my meal 15 minutes after ordering and waited another 20 for it to be ready. When I asked for my money back it was suddenly ready to go. Ever since the Dimond location opened the service and quality has gone down dramatically.

Do not order DoorDash form this place. Ordered a burger and chicken strips in which the photos clearly show fries in them but got no fries. 40 bucks for a burger and strips is insane. Don't waste your money. Very average food

I wrote this review with a heavy heart. Tommy's used to be *the* place for burgers in Anchorage. I've been going to the Spenard location for over a decade, and the drop in quality has been noticable after the pandemic, and especially after they opened their second location on Dimond. Prices tend to be higher than any other burger place in the city and three of the last five burgers I received were undercooked and still pink and cold in the middle. Between the massive drop in quality and consistency and the astronomical spikes in prices, I can no longer recommend Tommy's to any burger afficiando in good faith. Your money is better spent at AK Burgers and Brew or Altura Bistro if you're in search of an excellent burger. Spending nearly $30 for a burger and fries with a shake is insanity.

We sat outside as we devoured our huge burgers. We went in a little later in the day, between lunch and dinner, so I don't know if they're typically busy or not but we went right to the counter with no wait and the food came quickly. We visited in the summer and were able to sit outside, but I don't know how they accommodate people in winter when you can't really use the patio. The inside of this joint is tiny but the portions are huge!

Went there two days ago & I was standing there for at least 15 minutes behind a guy and the cashier skipped me and helped the four guys behind me. My order was a pickup order and that was unacceptable. The Philly was mediocre and the bread was almost the re warmed it up wasn't fresh and the fries was trash!

Very good burgers. Definitely a place to stop if in Anchorage. 4 tables inside a few outside so generally "to go."

The halibut strips tasted no better than frozen grocery store food, and the petite burger reminded me of something from Carl's Jr. The fries were decent, but unfortunately, they were cold. Overall, the food is overpriced and overrated--I wouldn't recommend it! This building also needs better ventilation according to my Aranet monitor.

This is my favorite burger stop in Anchorage. Hands down. Their a cajun style burger joint that goes out of their way to make sure that the food is to your liking. The spices that they put on the fries and the burgers are a combination of a lot of different cajun spices. The fries are one of the many things that keep me coming back because they're so addicting. I still have yet to try their Po-Boy and a few other items on their menu. The burgers are pretty hearty and filling. My favorite is their mini stop burger. It's one of the smallest ones that they have. The service is very attentive and professional. The ladies that work there are really nice and will make sure your needs are taken care of. The building itself is pretty small, so there's very very limited seating inside...but the vibe is packing! You get the sense that their affiliated with the local roller derby scene because of their style and decorations (because they are). You can tell they love Alaska and they show it with pride! Overall, it's a fun place to enjoy a burger at, especially during the summer time when they have seating on the outside.

Tommy's is a hole-in-the wall that serves delicious Cajun spiced burgers and other sandwiches at good prices. It is tiny with maybe three tables, so don't plan on dining in unless you are prepared to get chummy with the stranger next to you. But the onion rings are great, fries are tasty and the burgers are delicious. Prices are affordable. This place is a keeper!

I will just throw my 5 star rating for this place on top of all the other ones that they got. This place is amazing. Their food is life changing. They do not have indoor dining. They only have outdoor patio dining and carryout. Either way, I recommend you save some time and call your order in ahead. They have an adequate sized private parking lot and upon first look, the place does not look like much. However, that could not be anymore far from the truth. They have some exotic burgers and shake choices and I love exotic so I ordered an Aloha Burger and a Fruity Pebbles shake. I called my order in and got it to-go. It took about 30 minutes for my food to be ready. And they do something that I have never seen before to let you know your order is ready. They write your name on a big white board in the window. I guess so that people are not crowding inside, since it is kind of small in there. The staff there is very friendly, courteous, and helpful. They were really awesome. The food did not disappoint. It was very tasty. I would put the burger up there with the best of them. The shake was awesome too. I am definitely going to try and make it back here. Especially after seeing their Donut Burger that was not on the menu. I highly recommend checking out this local staple. They have grade A service, top notch food, and an amazing atmosphere. Over 500 people cannot be wrong. This place is amazing. You will not be dissapointed.

Tommys, a local favorite, a Spenardian staple! Don't forget to lock your car. Tiny interior. Always busy. It's best to call-in your order ahead. I've eaten inside, outside on the patio, and I've taken orders to enjoy at home. The Spenard burger, philly cheese melts, and cheeseburger po boys, are a few of our regular orders. Tommy, is the son, of the owners of Double Musky Restaurant. His family's' popular desserts (pies) are known to be available for purchase. Highly recommend Tommy's for delicious quality burgers and sandwiches.

A solid burger spot that boasts a vast menu of different burger varieties. Needless to say, I got the aloha burger, which has pineapple and bbq sauce. It was pretty good, nothing that stood out, but definitely hits burger craving. Just a delicious amalgamation of flavors that satisfies!

Had a delicious meal here. My husband and I picked up some burgers on a Friday night- they were very busy but the food was cooked to perfection! The burger was juicy and perfectly seasoned. The fries were crispy and delicious. We also got an order of the halibut and we were not disappointed-the fish was crispy and perfectly cooked. For dessert we ordered a Cajun delight and the carrot cake-both were amazing and some of the best desserts we have ever ordered. We will be back!

Best Burger in Anchorage!!! I work up here about 3 weeks every month, and the day before I fly up my mouth starts watering in anticipation of my inevitable stop at this wonderful spot. It's small, eclectic, and "Spenard weird" (a good thing!) The burgers are cooked to perfection, loaded with fresh condiments, and very fairly priced. Great be it a try.....you will be bac

I went there yesterday and while standing at the register to order a girl came up and said something and started cleaning a short fridge by the register. About 4 or 5 minutes later she finished cleaning and asked what I wanted and l said well four minutes ago l wanted to order food but I had to watch you clean, she said l told you l would be there. l said you should have taken my order first as the customer pays your salary and she told me l could leave as she was refusing servic, and that is the last time I will go there.

This business is very constant in their food, flavor and taste! Their service is always on point and the setting is real laid back. My family and I have been to both shops and we love it! We always recommend this burger deliciousness!!!

This place is awesome! The neighborhood and look of it from the outside could easily give you second thoughts but it was the highlight of our brief stay in Anchorage! It has eclectic decor that is immaculately clean and gives it a fun whimsical feel. Almost every burger item is Cajun seasoned but not spicy. I had the Stella Bleu Burger and I don't think it could be replicated anywhere else, it was delicious. The fries were crisp and seasoned perfectly. I don't think I'll be back to Anchorage but if I am I'll be sure Tommy's Burger Stop is at the top of my list of things to do/places to visit.

Fun, eclectic spot in Spenard! The interior is small with 3 tables that seat up to four people each, but they open up fairly quickly. We ordered and hung out for about 20 minutes, right as we sat our food was ready. The burger was delicious with great toppings. All the choices looked delicious! Ended up going with the western style burger with homemade onion rings on top. Super tasty. The only negative was that the bun was a little on the dry side. Will definitely be back to try the cheesesteaks!

This has been one of our favorite burger places in the past, but the last time we ordered we were not thrilled. We ordered a bacon cheeseburger, kids burger, and a mushroom Philly, small order of onion rings and an order of fries. It was $80 and the tip was a mandatory 10%.. the Philly was completely soggy with grease. The burgers were good, but for a family of 3 to get burgers for $80 we will not be going back. Super bummed.

Blue cheese burger but ask them about their make it spicy special (can't remember what it's called). Chef's kiss!

By far the best cheeseburger I've had in Anchorage. I've always said, go to the small hole in the wall for some good food. I got the basic cheeseburger with bacon, mustard, ketchup, lettuce, and tomato's. So juicy and delicious It's a little out of the way from where I live but it's worth the trip every time.

I'm sorry but it's just not "it" for me. The coziness inside was nice for me and hubby. The onion rings are decent, fries are basic. We had the Aloha burger and the Gunner burger. Gunner was tastier by far. Aloha burger was a sad fail for me. I had high hopes for this place but they didn't deliver in my opinion. Another thing I noticed was burgers were well done which is not my preference. Honestly burger fi or smash burger waaayyyy tastier!!

Super slowly working our way through the must haves of Anchorage and Tommy's was way up there on that list. After deciding the night before that burgers were the answer to that age old question of 'whats for dinner Thursday night' we gave Tommy's a call. The lady manning the phone was polite, cheerful, and informative - giving us the estimate of 15 minutes for our order to be ready. We headed out the door, got there about 12 minutes later to discover our name was on the whiteboard! They have a nice and simple system of putting the names of those whose orders are ready up on a whiteboard in the front window, definitely effective! After we got the order we rushed home, the smells absolutely took over the cabin of my truck - a plus I think. The burgers were juicy, well seasoned, and come with a great selection of fixings for us at least. Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, mayo and onion... not much else needed! The buns held up nicely, and both the potato roll and sesame seed bun were great! The fries were a bit of a let down, super duper salty. My wife who loves salt maybe more than me felt they were a bit much, although ketchup made them a lot more palatable. They weren't very crisp either, but this is nitpicking - we still ate them all up, although knowing what we know now we'd probably opt for a small fry to share and not a large! The double musky? Idk what it is, but there's meringue, brownie, pecans(I think?), wedged out in pie form and it was delicious way to end the meal. I'll be back to work my way through the menu, shrimp po-boy I've got my eye on you!

Awesome lunch stop! Visiting the area from Texas and was looking for lunch stop with the family. This place hit the spot. burger buns had the perfect level of toasting to still be soft but have a slight crunch on the edges. Great seasoning on the patties and fresh toppings. And the fries?? *Chef's kiss* Loved that Cajun seasoning on them. Definitely recommend visiting!

I was really excited to try Tommy's Burger Stop, especially because holes in the wall are usually pretty good. Overall, I wasn't blown away by Tommy's. I had the Mini Stop and it tasted alright, nothing special, not even a special house sauce or anything. It comes with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and cheese. I also had the onion rings and they were okay--lots of breading and not much onion to them. I'm glad I stopped at Tommy's but I don't think I'd go out of my way to eat here again. Plenty of parking for this hole in the wall. Four tables available in the patio.

I had just gotten off the plane and I needed food. Tommy's was the recommended first stop. We called in our order from the parking lot per the instructions. When the order was ready, they posted our name on the board. I had the Papa D Burger and onion rings. The burger was amazing. It was bursting with flavor and was cooked perfectly. It had the right balance of heat, where it was flavorful, but not burn your mouth kinda hot. Totally worth the stop! This is the classic old-school burger joint I love!

Very cute and small, but not the first place I would recommend. If you want a cozy space and a decent burger it's not a bad choice to support this local business.

On this young summer afternoon we feasted. The exquisite double double with bacon, pickles, onions, peppers & cheese while drizzled with bbq sauce made for an elite lunch. The fries were just as good with top tier seasoning the workers were pretty dope as well 5/5! Even with the pickiest eater of all time in the car all positive things were said about this place.

When I travel I try to visit the places that most tourist don't go. I found Tommy's Burger stop today and was so happy I did. Very unassuming spot with a great location and super friendly staff. When I walked in, the gal behind the counter asked if I had ever been and gave me a quick rundown of the menu, shared some specials and made it really easy on ordering. As I sat there and waited for my food which didn't take very long, I heard a gentleman taking phone orders with absolute appreciation and graciousness for every single call that came in. The staff were polite not only to the guests but to one another as well. You could tell that they were like family to one another. The burger and onion rings were really good. Ordered the burger "The Spenard Way" which is made with an egg. Do yourself a favor and just do it.

This place makes the best burgers in the world. The service is always run by this witty group of women that make you feel like your part of a club that you are really not cool enough to be apart of. They are so kind. The environment is hip, it feels like a classic burger stop. I want to name my first son "Tommy" because of this place.

Bought a burger. They handed me a hamburger that was singed brown on the outside and completely raw on the inside. I took it back. They cooked me another hamburger. I spent the next 24 hours non stop on the toilet. No thank you and never again. Btw, I don't do reviews unless it's an epic fail.

Well, I updated from a 4 to 5 because of the great service. Really enjoyed my second trip back today. Cheesy fries, great Philly cheese sandwich and bottled Coke. And every dessert offering is absolutely great.

Holy guacamole. The black bean burger made with papa D toppings, add fried egg was absolutely amazing. The staff provided awesome service and super friendly. Will definitely recommend this little hole in the wall gem to everyone!

Fast. Fun. Simple. Yet a lot of menu options. I went with the Bacon Cheeseburger and side of Cajun seasoned fries. They were so good. I got the lettuce, tomato, onions and I asked for extra pickles, on the burger. It was perfect. Since it was Mother's Day I got myself a treat for afterwards, a Cajun (something) Pie. LOL It had a shortbread crust with pecans in the crust, and a cream of some sort, with chocolate pudding and whipped cream on top, sprinkled with chopped pecans. It was very good. Not too sweet. Hit the spot. I really enjoy their burgers. I think I'd like to dine in next time. :) I got my order to go.

This is a review for the new location off Dimond. I just went to the soft opening and it was fantastic! Tommy's has always been my number 1 burger joint but getting to eat inside is a rarity given the lack of space. The interior of the new place looks great and the food is absolutely on point! They're still trying to staff up but they're off to a great start, loved the service! I'll definitely be visiting again soon!

If you're looking for some bomb burgers or bomb phillys, I highly suggest coming here. They always have the best chili cheese fries I've ever tried in Alaska. So good! Tommy's also has the best milkshakes in anchorage. All the food is well worth the $ spent !! Excellent customer service too.

This place is so small, the 3 tables that they have inside put the diners seated there right in the middle of the ordering action! They are always busy, they are always delicious, and if you didn't know they have a connection to the Double Musky in Girdwood! Can you say "Double Misky pie"!**If you are not a fan of close spaces and those in line staring at your food with "I just want a bite" puppy eyes then you simply call in your order. When your cook to order burger is complete they wrote your name on a dry erase board that faces the parking lot. Dash in and dine in your car or if you choose to wait to devour the cooked to perfection, juicy burger and hand cut fries that is up to you, I will say I admire dedication to to patience. Mmmmm so many tasty things! A must visit if you're in the Anchorage midtown area! ** if you don't know what Double Musky pie is, it is a game over, mic drop, slice of awesomeness that actually has saltine crackers in the crust! Don't deprive yourself, indulge in all of the delicious goodness that Tommy's Burger Stip is!

I'm new to Anchorage and on a quest to find the best burger place here. For the first time in 34 yrs, I've had a burger that had a crust on the patty, seasoned perfectly. It's very rare to find! I had The Spenard, with the fried egg. The fries were excellent as well. It will start my Top 10 list at the top. For comparison, the 'Big O' at Otto's Cafe in Pittsburg, KS was the last place that had the crust on the patty. It's something to behold!

Great burgers and service in a fun hole in the wall kind of way. Burgers and fries were both great. I would go back.

Tommy's Burger Stop has definitely exceeded my expectations. The burgers are absolutely amazing. Juicy, buns are Devine; everything just complimented each other very well..making it a very delicious burger. The staff is very friendly and genuine. Gives the whole comfortable "home" feeling, which unfortunately is hard to come by these days. I should've placed the order ahead of time because there was a little bit of a wait. Though, completely worth it and very understandable. It gave me the opportunity to admire the interior throughout. Overall..I had a great experience here. In an odd way it reminds me of a great cafe in Manitou Springs, Co. Anyways, the burgers are hands down one of the best..if not the best here in Anchorage. The service is awesome! Definitely making this place a regular burger stop. Side Note: Onions Rings (Mmm you won't regret it)