I agree The Balboa in Banker's Hill is the best I've had in SD. Boomerangs in Clairemont is always overlooked. I had a suprisingly good burger at King's Fish House too.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

you're like the 4th person to recommend The Balboa!

Can't wait to try a couple of these burgers next week!! As always another great video ❤

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

coming back to SD i see!

Great reviews! Can never have enough Burger videos.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

never enough burger vids!

As a burger🍔lover i appreciate this kind of content ,all of those burgers looked delicious 😋😎Thank you Jay🙂👍!!!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Glad u liked it Jari!

great list Jay, gonna use it as for recommendations

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Nice James! Enjoy.

I live in PB and haven't tried Rocky's yet! Going to try them soon!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

u must try!

gotta check out Charley's Famous Hamburgers in spring valley

You make me sooo hungry Jay!!! Mmm.. the crunch in that onion ring is what finally did it for me. 🤤

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

DAT CRUNCH DOEE!!! haha

Hey bud...great review...top 5 birria would be nice and I love pizza also 😋 ✌🏾

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

definitely on deck!! I did a pizza one a few years back, my list hasnt changed check it out

Great video Jay, I haven’t had any burgers in San Diego, but I like the look of Hodad’s burgers 😊

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

so good! Thanks bro!

@NeilMacedo

10 ай бұрын

@@Jaycation you’re welcome bro 😎

Yummy yummy burger time! They all look so good. Craving a burger now. Unfortunately the only burger I've had in San Diego is at In n Out and it was really good. Definitely plan to try at least one of these places on my next trip. Please do a part 2. How about top 5 Italian, dumplings, or donuts/bakeries/pastries. I live for dessert.😂

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

i was going to joke about in n out but thats a given that its the best chain burger lol

I don't think I've had burgers when I visited San Diego. You gave me some good options to try the next time I'm back in town!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

check it out!

Hi Jay, Loved this video. Yes for a part 2. Love everything you do in San Diego since I live here. I like Islands and their French fries are so good. Remember when IHOP did a big thing on their burgers so that may be interesting and how they compete with the burgers at Denny's and CoCo's. What about reviewing the best five foods in a particular city, i.e., Chula Vista, IB, Mira Mesa, etc. Maybe fast foods and hen restaurants? Keep up the great work inreviewing food places in my home town too.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Thanks! I used to always get the islands mushroom burgee

I love Hodad’s, every hamburger spots looked delicious!🥰

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

love hodads!

STP bar n grill on claremont mesa. Right off the 805. Has an excellent burger and que.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

gonna have to check that out!

@jamieman73

8 ай бұрын

STP is a great spot. Burgers are great, but so is everything else. Cool vibe, great owners, easy parking, and great food. Not a drinker, but it seems like they have a good beer selection. It's definitely a must try.

Those onion rings at Jeff's looks like ones you would get at a diner in the NYC area. Yum!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

they were the best ive had in SD!

great video, was hungry for a burger

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Go get one!

Awesome job jay thumb up to you pattern you knkw j love burgers

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

burgers r da best partna!

@awesomeadamfrom2099

10 ай бұрын

I know .

A big fan here from San Diego❤❤❤

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

thanks for the support! MUCH LOVE!

Oooh ...Jeffs beach Burger sounds interesting. I have never been there even though I live in La Jolla Colony . The Cheese Shop is usually my go to in that neighborhood (the lamb and roast pork sandwiches there are some of my fav's). I will have to give Jeff's a try. The rest of your list are all respectable and deserve recognition. SD has a very respectable burger scene.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

u should check it out! SD is very respectable burgerwise

Anny's Fine Burgers off clairemont mesa blvd. They are one of the best for sure but are always overlooked for some reason.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

I used to love Annys fine burger when i worked by it

@jamieman73

8 ай бұрын

Try STP Clairmont and 805. Anny's was my go to for burgers. Anny's patties are just ok. The rest of the burger is good.

@murful9160

8 ай бұрын

@jamieman73 STP is bomb! I totally agree 👍🏻

p.s. My previous post stated that my family’s favorite burgers in San Diego were from Red Robin and The Habit. However, after viewing this video and asking them to confirm my beliefs, my family informed me that In-N-Out Burger is definitely their favorite burger in San Diego- you just have to eat it fresh, like most burgers. They also like the option of having it cut in half. 🍔 😁

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

in n out is the best chain burger for sure!

@bigvalley4987

10 ай бұрын

Burger King started the cutting in half. That is where the term com from. HAVE IT YOUR WAY💯 Remember💁🏽

@grapetomatogirl2141

10 ай бұрын

@@bigvalley4987, Oh hey! That’s a fun fact to know! I remember the 🎵‘Hold the pickles,🎶hold the lettuce,🎶special orders don’t upset us- -🎵commercial, but I never knew that they started the cutting-it-in-half part. Nice 👍 Be well, stay kind and blessings~

@grapetomatogirl2141

10 ай бұрын

@@bigvalley4987, See- now I have to go and see if that old commercial is posted on KZread- - aaaaaand- now it’s stuck in my head😅

Part 2!! omgggg I have never wanted to bite into a mound of blue cheese more lmaoooooo

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

haha part 2 will have to come in 2024... Blue cheese is so goood!

Great video Jay! Maybe a top 5 pizza slice place, if you haven’t done one already.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

i actually have! haha

@IronMkT682

10 ай бұрын

@@Jaycation Oh cool, I’ll search for it, thanks!

When I was in San Diego October 2022 I went to In and Out and they have really good burgers.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

in n out is definitely the best chain!

Great video.. My best is a Yum Burger from Jolliebee....

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

great chain burger! The Aloha Yum Burger with the pineapple is great.

Totally Missed The Balboa in Bankers Hill. By far my favorite :)

Balboa Burger 🍔 locations in Bankers Hill and Chula Vista.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

my best friend said the same thing!

Maybe not San Diego, but Notorious Burger in Carlsbad. Killer food.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

maybe i should do a north county burger vid haha

@colinchampollion4420

10 ай бұрын

JAY. U SHOULD DO south bay. Everyone forgets South bay😢

I'm seriously shocked/suprised you didn't try Canada Steak Burger in El Cajon Blvd. Never had anything from there, but def plan on it & its very highly rated & heard lots of good things about their food

@matthewbyars66

4 ай бұрын

Canada steak burger with gyro meat is great! Just tried it for the first time yesterday

@dragonsamurai6958

4 ай бұрын

@matthewbyars66 awesome! That's a item I def plan on trying, especially since I love gyros & burgers! 😋 I also plan on trying their pastrami with a burger! As well as their other sandwiches 😆

Heard you say you worked out today! Hahah!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

work out to eat!

Wise Ox and Rosemaries are my favorites so far.

Chicago Fire Grill is hands down one of the best in terms of taste, value, and simplicity for those that are seeking burgers cooked with rarity. They even give a free beer with their $10 hamburger combo. The Balboa is hands down up there as well except it definitely is a little pricey. If youre looking for smash burgers like Eat Crispy or Friendly's, Freddy's up in San Marcos had some fantastic choices. It was surprising since its a chain. On a side note, if youre ever looking to do a philly cheesesteak video, Philly Franks in San Marcos is HANDS DOWN the most phenomenal philly cheesesteak spot in San Diego (located in San Marcos). Ive never really cared for philly cheesesteaks in my life up until I had theirs. Their ranch sauce is to die for.

Rocky's Crown

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

yuuup

Yes a second video needs to happen

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

haha for sure down the line

The Steak Burger that was on University in North Park was great. Especially with gyro meat on the burger. I think it has been gone fot awhile now.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

sounds amazing!

@xaviercardenas2821

10 ай бұрын

Canada steak burger does that too. My favorite spot 👌

Awesome video, no Sam the cooking guy burger?

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

thanks! didnt quite make the list lol

Great reviews! My family really likes Red Robin and The Habit burgers, but I think this video may tempt them to venture out a bit more. 🍔 Would you consider rating some of San Diego’s vegan/plant based restaurants? Actually, that may be asking a lot for someone who’s not plant-based. I’ve only found a few places that I like, and I’ve been plant-based since 2017. 😅 Be well, stay kind and blessings to all ~✨🙏

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

thanks! ohhh i do like red robin. Check out Dosa Studio in Mira Mesa. Great spot!

@grapetomatogirl2141

10 ай бұрын

@@Jaycation I just looked Dosa Studios up on WAZE. Did this restaurant just recently open in this location? Two of our sons went to the US Navy Recruiters right next door from it! I recall there being a restaurant there, but we never had time to check out the places to eat when we’d been there for their enlisting ceremonies. Oh, wait- our sons would grab Burger King on occasion, as it’s in the same parking lot/center, unless Knock Out Pizzeria had already donated some pizzas for lunch for the new recruits. Thank you for the suggestion. We’ll check it out next time we’re in that area. The menu looks delicious! Be well, stay kind and blessings to all~

Balboa Tap House is great. It is in Clairemont!!

Nice brother 🐺🐺🐺🔥🔥🔥

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Thanks brooo!

Hamburger Factory in Poway 👍

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Ive heard good things!

Gotta try Chicago Fire in La Jolla near the mall!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Nice! Thanks

Id love to see a video on chicken burgers (chicken sandwich i think in US) i went to shake shack as they have a reliable chicken shack burger.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

chicken kinda makes me sick sometimes so i stay away haha

@bobblebunny219

10 ай бұрын

@Jaycation that's not good! Yes, best to keep clear then.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

@@bobblebunny219 haha truth!

Hey Jay give Burgers n Brew in National City across from the Chase Bank on Plaza Blvd a try.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Nice! Thanks for the rec

Try Chief’s Burgers and Brew in Solana Beach! They are amazing!!!!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

I actually get their fish tacos at chiefs 🤣

Wonderland ocean beach has a delicious burger

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

ohh i wanna try!

Rocky's in PB, hands down BEST Burger in Sunny SD!!!

I gotta stop watching these food vlogs when hungry. 😛

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

lol what we eating in toronto?

Rockys in Crown Point. Yum

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

super YUM!

Rocky’s hands down. Best in San Diego.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Yup!

Rockies Crown Point burgers are cooked in Butter, that’s their secret and that’s why they are so good. My favorite also and Hodads. I won’t even go to the other 3

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

shhh dont giveaway their secrets haha

OB Brewery burger in OB is delicious 🤙🏼

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

gotta try!

We like Annie's in Santee and Duke's onion burger in La Mesa.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Ohh never heard! Thanks

The Balboa has the best burger in town! 🍔

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

so many people have been vouching for this

The Regal Beagle is my 1st. The Friendly is my 2nd.

Just tried Hodad’s for the first time this past summer while on family vacation. Went to the one in downtown. Unfortunately the only parking I found was near a homeless encampment. So the smells as I walked to the restaurant kinda ruined my appetite. Also, wondering if my car was going to get broken into while I was eating kinda had me rush through my meal. Maybe I’ll have to try it’s OG location to get a better experience.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

lol sounds like an exterior experience that affected your dining experience. try OB but still a lot of weird going on there as well

💜💚💙

Now we are craving burgers 😪😪🤤🤤

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

go get some burgers in your life!

@aussiecouplehawaii

10 ай бұрын

@@Jaycation don't have to say it twice :) 🥰

Gimme your pickles jaycay thanks bro!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Be happy to give em to you!

Eat Crispy Burger and Hamburger Hut in Encinitas!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

if i did a north county burger video, eat crispy burger makes the top!

Top 5 donuts

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

ohhh gonna get me fat again lol

Rocky’s in PB is the best

Nessy Burgers, but that might be Poway

@fredsmodel3n192

10 ай бұрын

The Nessy I know are off the I-15 and the 76. I don’t know if they are in Poway, but heard those are very good and Jay should definitely go review them.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

nessy like my baby vanessa?

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

north county seems to have a lot of great burger joints

@sandrahunter8661

10 ай бұрын

The Hamburger Factory in Poway 😋🍔

@latruce

10 ай бұрын

@@Jaycation Nessy like Lochness Monster. It was a small spot off the freeway going from Temecula to San Diego (my ex broke up with me there) hood burgers and fries

ROCKY'S!

I really like swagyu even though it’s a little pricey

Raglan

My go to burger spots are STP(great varieties) Ketch (only 1 burger, but done right). Dels Hideout (close to home) The Habit (best fast food chain burger) Save your In N Out comments. Yeah its decent, but really its gourmet Mickey D's. Not worth more than a 8 car wait.

Dukes burgers in La Mesa is the best in town bar none!!!

I go to Classic Malt Shop in Point Loma. That’s my spot for burgers

The Midway Classic Malt Shop makes excellent burgers, but their fries are just okay. Anny's Fine burger makes great burgers and fries.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Ohh never heard of midway classic nice.

@jamieman73

8 ай бұрын

Annie's used to be my spot. STP took over that spot. Much better patty.

Part 2 : Dave n Busters has a good burger. But for the price In n Out Burger #1 animal style hard to beat!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

In n out is my all time fav just kept chains out of this video lol

Giant misplay not reviewing Rosemarie's burgers. Best burger in SD imo and just got like #40 in Yelps 100 best places to eat or some shit

Wow no Swagyu Chop shop?

Hodads, Slater's 50/50, ..... 😋🍔

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Slaters used to be a fav!

what no jollie-bee

@grapetomatogirl2141

10 ай бұрын

We go to Jollie-Bees to get my husband the Peach Pies. However, he hasn’t wanted them for over a year now due to price increases- but increases are everywhere, so I’ll probably get him a Jollie Bees gift card for his Christmas stocking this year. Then he won’t think about the price so much 😅

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

no chain restaurant rule for this video haha

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

peach pie is phenomenal!

You forgot Hayes Burgers! lol

What used to be $5 and $6 bucks is now $12-16 !!!

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

Thats everywhere though

Best burger in San Diego double double at In and Out burger.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

AGREED! But for this video i decided to stay local restaurants and no chains. But YES!

@soleil3gs

6 ай бұрын

In n out is disgusting

@WILMANGO681

3 ай бұрын

In and out burgers are so overrated I go everywhere to try burgers and this is my worst besides McDonald’s and Burger King there burgers taste so average taste like a regular burger except more cheesy, they have high quality meat but compared to other burgers I try the burger is decent it is defintly the best fast food burger tho

@markg3025

3 ай бұрын

@@WILMANGO681 Have you ever had a Culver’s burger? They are my favorite in the Midwest.

Slaters 50/50 burger

🎉# 999 x 999 x 9🎉

2:30 you lost me and countless other viewers at this moment.... not a fan of pickles 🤔

@yongyea4147

7 ай бұрын

9:15 who puts ketchup on burgers.... 🤔

@Jaycation

7 ай бұрын

U lost me when u started this comment

E.L.E is better than all of these and it’s a popup

our of the scope of this review, because it is not within San Diego city limit, but is in San Diego North County located off of the intersection of I-15 and highway 76 (just northwest of the intersection) in Pala Mesa is Nessy Burger. you can search Nessy Burger on google or youtube. Great big burgers, check it out next time you might be heading north on the I-15 !

ALL AMAZING BURGER PLACES FOR SURE. GIVE CHIEF’S BURGERS AND BREW IN SOLANA BEACH ACROSS FROM THE SOLANA BEACH TRAIN STATION A TRY. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. THEY ARE SOOO AMAZING AND DELICIOUS.

@Jaycation

10 ай бұрын

ohh nice i go to Chiefs for their fish tacos!

@mbpolk

10 ай бұрын

Their fish tacos are great too!!!