Thank you all for watching! 😃 I head down to Mexico next week to shoot more episodes in Baja and then I'll be filming here in San Diego and Los Angeles. If you have any video suggestions, I would love to hear them in the comments below!! 🙏 Also, if you enjoyed the video, come drop a "🍔" in my IG DMs (@TravelDeeper) so I can thank you personally! Have a great weekend!
I came to the channel for the Birria Taco reviews, but stayed for the burger reviews! Great job man - as a San Diego native who moved away, this is a great channel for me to see what has changed while I've been away. We visit often, and we are going to try some of these places. Great job, Gareth and I look forward to keeping up with your content.
Not at all the same since the 2 changes of ownership. New owner is whack and trying to hard. He cuts corners and sells regular beef as organic. He cheats on his wife and allows the encourages the same behaviors amongst his employees. Go to friendly instead
I just spent a week in San Diego and had an amazing time. My soon to be wife lived there for 7yrs but luckily for me she came back to Boston. It looks like we will be back to visit San Diego many times in the coming years. You have a clean and beautiful city out there. We ate at the Hodad's in Ocean Beach on our final night.
Most beautiful city in America I think it's a shame Gavin Newsom is going to remain as Governor though wish I could move back there but way too expensive way too over-regulated too many freaking liberals and Hodad's is way overrated not that good at all Imo
I just moved back to Sandy Eggo and I’m so happy to be here. I was hoping to see Rocky’s Crowne Point in your top 5. My favorite burger place. Simple. Delicious. Hodads is good but super messy. Thanks for the tips and check out Rocky’s in PB. EDIT Haha! I just read through the comments and see a lot of San Diegoans mentioning Rocky’s!!
RIP Mike Hardin, friendly owner. Happy to see the business continue on in his absence. The bacon patties are yummy. The vegetable toppings are massive, have it on the side and ask for ranch, large enough for two restaurant side salads. A smashed burger is a different beast than a non-smashed burger. California has some of the biggest beef cattle heards in the nation. If one eats at Harris Ranch off I-5 one is eating some of the freshest beef in the nation, it is often also down wind of finishing lots. It could be one reason for not having to smash beef so thinly and thus using less beef.
I have passed through Barrio Logan and Chicano Park off Interstate 5 and had never heard of Haydee's Burgers, until this video. Dude, the crunch of the toasty bun and the double-smash burger patties with the crispy edges, Done & Sold! 🍔They seems like next level to In-N-Out. I must and will try these on my next trip to SD this weekend. Thanks man, great videos! 👊💥💯
Just wanted to say, I happened to come across your video yesterday and it made me needed to go by and try Swagyu. Then this morning a few friends invited me to get dinner and wanted to meet at Swagyu. Thanks for not only getting me hyped to go to dinner tonight, but also prepare me for the incredible meal I was heading into!
Great review. I spent my last year in the Navy in San Diego. Got out in 1970 & went back in 1972 & got a job @ the brand new Sheraton on Harbor Island. Got in on their 2 week training program before the grand opening May 1972. It was 500 rooms then but I know they added more rooms years later. What a gorgeous hotel!! I liked the burger @ The Friendly due to the price value & quality burger. Really enjoy your videos. Thank you!.
Went out to SD for the very first time 2 years ago to visit old friends and they took me to The Friendly and it was the BEST burger I’ve ever had. I live in NY and we have an establishment called Buns that has a great burger, runner-up only to The Friendly! Good taste guys! I’ll have to try the other joints on my next visit out West!
Gareth, excellent hosting bro. Those are some great joints. Las Quatro Milpas would be a great one to see. One of my SD favs. Thanks to Daniel too ! Yuma, AZ.
@@cranekraken24 Hi, Thx for replying. It's been a few years since going to Los Quatro. Those ladies really make some Mexican magic. Looking forward to getting back to SD. Cheers !
Right!! Me too. So today I went to friendlys n hayes burger. But Hayes burger reminded me a lot of “In N Out” or I might be wrong. Either way both of theme burgers were amazing😋😋
I knew my boy Gareth was an experienced burger lover by the way he ate two massive bites of this absolute beast of a hamburger and followed it up with an onion ring. Great showing.
This made me crave for burgers! Now I'm loving the food vlog vs the travel vlog of Travel Deeper. Haha... Love the bloopers or "behind the scene" footage at the end.
@@pamelathomas4586 2 strokes Pamela? Let me say I’m happy you’re still here!!! Don’t say you should’ve never left, there’s a reason you left there. I moved to Arizona 😅, what about you?
@@mystysenchantedeats I live charlotte nc now but when I leave san Diego I moved to columbus oh had 2 boys there then move here and had 2 strokes.i guess 1 stroke each kid. Just kidding😃 they grown now..
Stumbled onto this channel! Gareth is witty, entertaining, charming with lots of Charisma and yet with a certain subtleness about him! This channel should be at 1 million soon!! Robert from daytradingwiththelight
I'm from Illinois and my brother lives in OB in San Diego and the food and people are so great!!! Miss it tons. Can't wait to go back soon so, many great places I didnt get to go to.
I don’t even eat 99% of the things in your videos because I’m a vegan but somehow they are always oddly satisfying and fun to watch. Thanks for sharing!🌈💓☮️🍄✨
The Balboa hamburger with veggies looks great too 😊. Think it's a tie now between The Balboa and first place (sorry don't remember name?). Those fries too look so good. I'm reviewing as I'm watching.
The Friendly is where it’s at!!! The atmosphere the guys and seriously the BEST burger I’ve ever had in my life! My husband and I were constantly bringing family and friends who were visiting SD and still to this day almost 6years later everyone still talks about that place!
Hodads is iconic, but the Friendly is the best burger hands down. Glad you showed it. You missed Canada Steak Burgers though on University. Legit. Onion rings are the best and good Greek food.
Ran in to this video randomly and I loved it. I live in Temecula now but lived in SD for a long time, loved to see the spots you visit and your positive SD vibe.
Please come to Denver next! I'll make you and Daniel a homemade 🍔 with plenty of pickles 😋 Also always Love the bloopers at the end and your interaction with locals
This video made me so hungry I just ordered a burger meal for two but just for myself. The chipotle aioli sounds like a good tongue twister, sounds delish too!
No Joke - Rocky’s has the cast iron cooked burger and atmosphere unlike the rest of the 5 shown don’t forget about the happy hour specials !!! But Great Video that was well done. I’m freaking starving Thanks. 8)
@@francotassone4929 the friendly is way more greasy and basic, but it's still delicious. I will grant you if you want the kitchen sink on your burger go to hodads. Rocky's burger is for that perfect slice of simplicity and the environment in that bar is amazing, there's a reason there's always a line out the door.
I found you and subscribed because of your great pizza review in my hometown of San Diego...and here you are with a bad ass burger review. I grew up with Hodad's but I haven't tried any of the others "yet". I'm surprised nobody told you try Rocky's in PB. They are considered the best basic cheeseburger in the world "for the money". But I really like the gourmet selection you highlighted. But for those in the know...Limousine Cuisine by Chef Geoff Levine makes the best burger in the world! But he's not open to the public "yet"...and he cheats(his are more like gourmet mini meat loafs).
The Friendly is so fire! I'm definitely gonna check out some of the others on this list. I thought Hodad's was overrated. Its a good burger but to stand in line for 20-30 mins waiting for an average burger made it feel not worth it.
Canada Steak Burger on University Ave and 36th St. Best mom and pop burger out there! Been in business 40 years. Definitely missed out on that one bro.
@@GarethLeonard gotta come back and try. I legit came on this post to see if you tried Rocky's when tasting the burgers. please record and let us know!
Gareth, Thank you! for the recommendation on Swagyu. Hands down the best burger I have ever had. Good job! Can hardly wait for your next video. I understand you will be going to Los Angeles next week, I suggest you try L'antica Pizzeria Da Michele, really amazing pizza. Highly recommend. Cheers.
I'm disappointed Rocky's in PB wasn't on here but understand you couldn't do TWO joints in the same neighborhood. DEF recommend you try / go to Rocky's the next time you do this challenge. It's primo! (Update: saw that you replied to someone else's comment that they declined to be on the channel. Too bad!)
I ended up trying the friendly burger and it was pretty good. They do lather it in mayo, like lots and lots of mayo. Next time I’ll ask for them to put a little or maybe none at all. Def will be going back at some point.
These all look good, but I want to thank all the amazing Culinary Specialists in the US Navy for the awesome burgers I have had on board USS Essex and every other command during my career. They work hard and are underappreciated!
@@GarethLeonard I retired a few years ago but I bet that if you made a community post asking if one of your viewers was a military culinary specialist that you would find one. I still know a few people….
Oh man, when you first walked up to The Balboa... a bit of sadness for me there. It used to be a place called Tin Can Ale House where you could go get cans of beer and watch live music. I used to go and see friends bands play there. I'm bummed that it's gone.
HIGHLYYY recommend this joint called Chicago Fire in La Jolla. Owner is a quirky burger genius from the Chi who purposefully has modest prices. Best burger to ever touch my tongue
Longhorn Bar and Grill(Grantville area): Italian Burger(1/2 lb, medium rare) with provolone cheese. Ask for grilled onions and sauteed mushrooms on the side to make it truly decadent. Grab some peppers and pickles as well from the condiment tray. Live it up! Check out the John Wayne room, as well. Please say Hi to Paul, the owner, and bartender Matty for me!
Hi, have you ever thought about breakfast joints in San Diego? My fave(s) are: 1. Antique Row Cafe off Adams Ave in Normal Heights. Go on Friday morning and get the Ultimate Cinnamon Bun. The biscuit w/gravy do not disappoint either. 2. Perry's Cafe off of Pacific Hwy in Old Town. Amazing Frittatas and if getting an old fashioned breakfast get the Cajun sausage. 3. The Waffle Spot in Mission Valley off Hotel Circle South. I like everything there but when I get an old fashioned breakfast I get the mini waffles in lieu of toast. 4. Original Pancake House off Convoy in Kearny Mesa is pricey but they have an amazing variety of huge pancakes. 5. Parkhouse Eatery off Park Blvd in University Heights.. You have e to try the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and/or the Pork Belly Benedict. Also consider 6. The Mission in Mission Beach or the one in North Park. Try one of their vegetarian options or get the Hangar Steak Hash. 7. Crust Kitchen for the Mexican Omelet or their unique waffles & pancakes.
Thank you so much for making this video, I live in San Diego and hadn't heard of Swagyu, The Friendly and Hayes!!! I love North Park and Barrio Logan so I definitely want to check those spots out. You MUST try Salud tacos in Barrio Logan, to me those are by far the best tacos in San Diego, the classic Carne Asada tacos are very close to taste to tacos de asada from Tijuana. I grew up eating all my tacos in Tijuana so I know! Mind you, no other tacos taste like Tijuana tacos than Tijuana tacos! With that said, give the place a try, all the food is great!
Thank you so much Laura! I've actually been to Salud and really enjoy it, but I just haven't filmed there. I'll add it to my list when I (inevitably) do another taco video!
Enjoy your videos very much ! And I loved the garlic ff but I have them with the smashed burgers in that place where I saw the picture of cantiflas!.... Thank you sooo much for your delicious and fun videos to watch and know about goo places to eat ! And you are awesome and funny!
Thank you all for watching! 😃 I head down to Mexico next week to shoot more episodes in Baja and then I'll be filming here in San Diego and Los Angeles. If you have any video suggestions, I would love to hear them in the comments below!! 🙏 Also, if you enjoyed the video, come drop a "🍔" in my IG DMs (@TravelDeeper) so I can thank you personally! Have a great weekend!
Devanti Entoca, 1655 India St...heart of Little Italy...has great hamburger
@@davidpadilla9989 Adding this to my list, thank you!
Raglans in ob and Rocky’s in pb!
@@rachaelkendall119 Rocky's declined to be featured. I'll add Raglans to my list, thanks!
Rockys is dope
I came to the channel for the Birria Taco reviews, but stayed for the burger reviews! Great job man - as a San Diego native who moved away, this is a great channel for me to see what has changed while I've been away. We visit often, and we are going to try some of these places. Great job, Gareth and I look forward to keeping up with your content.
Rocky’s Crown Pub! Always!
I've always been partial to Tioli's Crazee Burger in North Park. Love the variety of meat and toppings they have. Plus the fries are to die for.
Yep. 100.
They are so good
Not at all the same since the 2 changes of ownership. New owner is whack and trying to hard. He cuts corners and sells regular beef as organic. He cheats on his wife and allows the encourages the same behaviors amongst his employees. Go to friendly instead
As a San Diego native and current resident thank you for highlighting the beauty of our city.
It's absolutely my pleasure!! 🤗
I just spent a week in San Diego and had an amazing time. My soon to be wife lived there for 7yrs but luckily for me she came back to Boston. It looks like we will be back to visit San Diego many times in the coming years. You have a clean and beautiful city out there. We ate at the Hodad's in Ocean Beach on our final night.
Most beautiful city in America I think it's a shame Gavin Newsom is going to remain as Governor though wish I could move back there but way too expensive way too over-regulated too many freaking liberals and Hodad's is way overrated not that good at all Imo
@@joeybagadonuts7332 thanks for leaving, take some of your Cancervative friends
@@joeybagadonuts7332 gavin is going to ban meat...
I just moved back to Sandy Eggo and I’m so happy to be here. I was hoping to see Rocky’s Crowne Point in your top 5. My favorite burger place. Simple. Delicious. Hodads is good but super messy. Thanks for the tips and check out Rocky’s in PB.
EDIT Haha! I just read through the comments and see a lot of San Diegoans mentioning Rocky’s!!
Went to Swagyu today after seeing your video! It was good.
Wagyu vs Usda Choice
Yeah that's fair .... 😢
RIP Mike Hardin, friendly owner. Happy to see the business continue on in his absence.
The bacon patties are yummy. The vegetable toppings are massive, have it on the side and ask for ranch, large enough for two restaurant side salads.
A smashed burger is a different beast than a non-smashed burger. California has some of the biggest beef cattle heards in the nation. If one eats at Harris Ranch off I-5 one is eating some of the freshest beef in the nation, it is often also down wind of finishing lots. It could be one reason for not having to smash beef so thinly and thus using less beef.
I have passed through Barrio Logan and Chicano Park off Interstate 5 and had never heard of Haydee's Burgers, until this video. Dude, the crunch of the toasty bun and the double-smash burger patties with the crispy edges, Done & Sold! 🍔They seems like next level to In-N-Out. I must and will try these on my next trip to SD this weekend. Thanks man, great videos! 👊💥💯
That’s because you have the name incorrect. It’s Hayes!
Try Rocky's Burger in Pacific Beach. It usually has good burgers. Pretty famous in the area
Rockys is by far the best burger in San Diego!
The Balboa! YES! My all time favorite burger place and dive bar!!!!!!!! So happy that was listed! My and my mates always go there! LOVE IT!!!
Just wanted to say, I happened to come across your video yesterday and it made me needed to go by and try Swagyu. Then this morning a few friends invited me to get dinner and wanted to meet at Swagyu. Thanks for not only getting me hyped to go to dinner tonight, but also prepare me for the incredible meal I was heading into!
Addicted to your adventures / your food journey... Love your channel!
Great review. I spent my last year in the Navy in San Diego. Got out in 1970 & went back in 1972 & got a job @ the brand new Sheraton on Harbor Island. Got in on their 2 week training program before the grand opening May 1972. It was 500 rooms then but I know they added more rooms years later. What a gorgeous hotel!! I liked the burger @ The Friendly due to the price value & quality burger. Really enjoy your videos. Thank you!.
Went out to SD for the very first time 2 years ago to visit old friends and they took me to The Friendly and it was the BEST burger I’ve ever had. I live in NY and we have an establishment called Buns that has a great burger, runner-up only to The Friendly! Good taste guys! I’ll have to try the other joints on my next visit out West!
Good call on Barrio Logan! As a native, I support this immensely!
I now MUST go check out The Friendly and Hayes Burgers. Those burgers look right up my alley!!
YESSS! When you do, let me know what you think! 😀
Gareth, excellent hosting bro. Those are some great joints. Las Quatro Milpas would be a great one to see. One of my SD favs. Thanks to Daniel too ! Yuma, AZ.
That place is delicious. Just got back from visiting San Diego and Las Quatro Milpas was what we had on our way to the airport. It was excellent.
@@cranekraken24 Hi, Thx for replying. It's been a few years since going to Los Quatro. Those ladies really make some Mexican magic. Looking forward to getting back to SD. Cheers !
Just got a Friendly's OG because of this video. And yes... it was bomb.
Dude, I love your videos! You do such a great job of giving us viewers a vividly vicarious experience. Thanks for promoting local businesses too!
Thank you so much man, I appreciate it! 🍻
I've live all my life in SD and never been to any except Hodads, can't wait to try these different spots. Thank you man!!
Right!! Me too. So today I went to friendlys n hayes burger. But Hayes burger reminded me a lot of “In N Out” or I might be wrong. Either way both of theme burgers were amazing😋😋
Yo same!!!!! Can’t wait to try some of these places
I knew my boy Gareth was an experienced burger lover by the way he ate two massive bites of this absolute beast of a hamburger and followed it up with an onion ring. Great showing.
Haha, it's a tough job but somebody's gotta do it! 😂
This made me crave for burgers! Now I'm loving the food vlog vs the travel vlog of Travel Deeper. Haha... Love the bloopers or "behind the scene" footage at the end.
Once I saw OB in the intro I KNEW he was going to HODADS. It’s soooo 🔥
THE iconic spot in OB for sure 🙌
@@GarethLeonard you talk burgers to a SD native and Hodad's is always the first mentioned.
@@k00patr00pa1 Yep. Lived there for 22 years and whenever I visit, gotta go to Hodads.
I knew it before I clicked on the video. ;)
Hadouken on his first bite 😂
I’m back watching this a second time just because I miss living in San Diego soooooo much 😩😩😩. The people, the vibes!!!
Me too I feel so stupid that I left cause I was home sick.well that didn't matter they didn't miss me. Should of stayed.
@@pamelathomas4586 it’ll still be there to visit... ☺️
@@mystysenchantedeats yeah I know but i've had 2 strokes since then and not able travel like before.should of never left😢
@@pamelathomas4586 2 strokes Pamela? Let me say I’m happy you’re still here!!! Don’t say you should’ve never left, there’s a reason you left there. I moved to Arizona 😅, what about you?
@@mystysenchantedeats I live charlotte nc now but when I leave san Diego I moved to columbus oh had 2 boys there then move here and had 2 strokes.i guess 1 stroke each kid. Just kidding😃 they grown now..
I love these videos they really help. With so many restaurants out there it can be very overwhelming.
YUMMMM....Watching from San Diego.
Have you been to all of these places Tess?
Stumbled onto this channel!
Gareth is witty, entertaining, charming with lots of Charisma and yet with a certain subtleness about him!
This channel should be at 1 million soon!!
Robert from daytradingwiththelight
we women tolerate how he eats, like a pig. If he had more manners, he would have over a million.
Nobody has more fun with work than you, Gareth. What a way to end the work week. L in the ATL.
Cheers L! It's a tough job but somebody has to do it! 😂
You have to check out Peabodys in the Mission Valley area. I think its better than Hodads for sure. Going to try some of these other places.
Keep Them SoCal & Bajá Vids Coming Gareth!!
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you Javier! More from Baja in the coming weeks! 👊
Just launched the first episode from Baja!!
Great video- made me hungry!
Next time, must try Rocky’s in PB 🍔
My money is on the Hays burger "buena, bonita, y barata". The video was worth the wait. Great job Gareth!
That's a smart choice, haha! Thank you Victor! 👊
Las 3 B- “Buena, Bonita y Barata”!!! Awesome, thanks guys!!!
Another winner! And you just crack me up…..the outtakes. 🤣
Thank you so much Tina!
Loved the Bill Gray's/Tom Wahl's shout out! Did NOT see that coming....
Respect to those who know 👊
🍔 great video! Do a best pizzas in San Diego and best breweries in San Diego. 😉
I'm from Illinois and my brother lives in OB in San Diego and the food and people are so great!!! Miss it tons. Can't wait to go back soon so, many great places I didnt get to go to.
Rocky’s in PB/Crown Point is always overlooked. One of the top 3 burgers in SD.
Never heard of before , Bro
True, but the cash only thing and long waits, and no sitting room is annoying
Try Nessy Burger in Fallbrook, North County.
I don’t even eat 99% of the things in your videos because I’m a vegan but somehow they are always oddly satisfying and fun to watch. Thanks for sharing!🌈💓☮️🍄✨
I need to do a vegan video!!!
@@GarethLeonard I was gonna suggest that but didn’t wanna push your limits!😂 Dooooooo it!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@@GarethLeonard Please!!
Same! Haha
Come to the other side. We have flavor.
Just moved to SD from the Bay Area….can’t wait to try these places. Thanks!
Rocky's in Crown Point is hands down the best burger in San Diego.
Agreed. Check the other comments 😂 They declined me filming. Gotta respect it.
The Balboa hamburger with veggies looks great too 😊. Think it's a tie now between The Balboa and first place (sorry don't remember name?). Those fries too look so good. I'm reviewing as I'm watching.
This episode slaps! burger nation! Very happy to live right next to Swagyu
I appreciate it, David! 👊
🤔
I wasn't all that impressed with their burger but I'm Jones(ing) to take home one of their steaks.
Nice vid.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it on IG, but personally the best burger I've had in SD was at Rocky's in PB.
Haha, lots of comments about Rocky's. They actually declined to be featured.
That swagyu burger looked absolutely perfect. Simple but delicious. I’ll be in SD in 2 weeks def gonna have to stop there
Same with the friendly
Let me know what you think Chris!
@chris greenwood how was it?
No u won’t
The Friendly is where it’s at!!! The atmosphere the guys and seriously the BEST burger I’ve ever had in my life! My husband and I were constantly bringing family and friends who were visiting SD and still to this day almost 6years later everyone still talks about that place!
Hodads is iconic, but the Friendly is the best burger hands down. Glad you showed it. You missed Canada Steak Burgers though on University. Legit. Onion rings are the best and good Greek food.
Lots of people are recommending Canada Steak, I gotta add that to my list!
Great video Gareth! Surprised to see Logan Heights for best burgers, grew up there in the 80's.
Absolutely Amazing. Great Tour. Thank You So Much. Cheers from Los Angeles ✅❤️
Thanks for tuning in Mick! LA food series coming up next!!
Ran in to this video randomly and I loved it. I live in Temecula now but lived in SD for a long time, loved to see the spots you visit and your positive SD vibe.
Please come to Denver next!
I'll make you and Daniel a homemade 🍔 with plenty of pickles 😋
Also always Love the bloopers at the end and your interaction with locals
This video made me so hungry I just ordered a burger meal for two but just for myself. The chipotle aioli sounds like a good tongue twister, sounds delish too!
Hahaha, I couldn't even type it without messing up 😂
i’m so glad the friendly made it on this video! 🤤💕
Such a great spot!!
You're both awesome! Respect your pickle fixation and Daniel's deep burger consideration.
Haha, he is a thoughtful man who appreciates his burgers 😂
SD my whole life never knew about Friendly. Gonna try it tomorrow
That's my favorite place #1. U will love it
OMG! First burger place . . . huge burger two patties, with tons of pickles and onion rings. Looks amazing 🤩😋
“Ung”ion rings :-D Wonderful episode! Love burgers and must visit San Diego now.
Haha, can't take the Upstate New York out of my accent 😂
Can’t believe I’m just now stumbling onto this channel. Also from Rochester, NY… he had me at Bill Grays/Schaller’s 🤤
Mmmmm The Friendly….just simple goodness. I need a dirty flat top now!! Definitely going to check down in Barrio Logan now too
It's all about that dirty flat top! 😂
I was in SD for 3 yrs until Covid hit - Hodad's for sure was my fave burger spot. And you do need a nap after that excursion lol
Rocky’s in Crown Point also has good burgers!
Yes, see the other comments, that was a popular recommendation but couldn't make it happen 👌
Yep, Rocky's has been voted the best time and time again since the 80"s. Granted, a lot have come and gone that are good, but Rocky's is a mainstay.
No Joke - Rocky’s has the cast iron cooked burger and atmosphere unlike the rest of the 5 shown don’t forget about the happy hour specials !!!
But Great Video that was well done. I’m freaking starving
Thanks. 8)
Agreeeeeeee I can’t believe you didn’t make it to Rockys!!!
Hodads is the one and only place I thought of! Fantastic!
Hodad's is iconic!
@@GarethLeonard I could go for a Hodads burger and fries right now! 🍔🍔🍔
Love the friendly! But I'm not sure how Rocky's in crown point didn't make it on this list!
Rocky's is your basic garden burger! greasy and nothing special!
@@francotassone4929 the friendly is way more greasy and basic, but it's still delicious. I will grant you if you want the kitchen sink on your burger go to hodads. Rocky's burger is for that perfect slice of simplicity and the environment in that bar is amazing, there's a reason there's always a line out the door.
Check the other comments Benjamin, Rocky's actually declined to be featured.
Very nicely done. Loved the Rochester references and comparisons. Best burger city Upstate.
Yes!! 👊 It's great to know someone watching understands the references!
You guys are indeed professional! I need a burger now! 🍔
Haha, I appreciate it Scott! 😅
I found you and subscribed because of your great pizza review in my hometown of San Diego...and here you are with a bad ass burger review. I grew up with Hodad's but I haven't tried any of the others "yet". I'm surprised nobody told you try Rocky's in PB. They are considered the best basic cheeseburger in the world "for the money". But I really like the gourmet selection you highlighted. But for those in the know...Limousine Cuisine by Chef Geoff Levine makes the best burger in the world! But he's not open to the public "yet"...and he cheats(his are more like gourmet mini meat loafs).
Insanely good. Must get double bacon cheeseburger with frings!!
Yes, true story!! 💯
Another fire video!
Thank you so much Don!
The Friendly is so fire! I'm definitely gonna check out some of the others on this list. I thought Hodad's was overrated. Its a good burger but to stand in line for 20-30 mins waiting for an average burger made it feel not worth it.
It's the location, location, location!
My fav video - muchas gracias - for coming around our community to eat
My pleasure Ruth, thanks for watching!! 🤗
Canada Steak Burger on University Ave and 36th St. Best mom and pop burger out there! Been in business 40 years. Definitely missed out on that one bro.
Damn, I gotta check this one out! Thank you!! 👊
The Friendly is amazing! Dirty Birds in Pacific Beach is also great!
WTF, Rocky’s is the best since 77,
nope
.... SAID EVERYONE WATCHING !
Very beautiful images and very well done, congratulations !!!
Cheers!! 🍻
My all time favorite burger in San Diego is and maybe in the 🌎 is Rocky’s in pacific beach 🤙
Yes, see the other comments, that was a popular recommendation but couldn't make it happen 👌
I lived in PB from 1978-1986 2 blocks behind Diego's. Rocky's was a regular stop (2 twice a month). The Mt Rushmore of burgers...
I'm not even a huge fan of their cash only policy and it still hits my top 4 list
@@GarethLeonard gotta come back and try. I legit came on this post to see if you tried Rocky's when tasting the burgers. please record and let us know!
My son said the same thing.
Thanks for featuring San Diego
Greetings from TIJUANA BC MEXICO🇲🇽
Greetings! I'll be back very soon!!
@@GarethLeonard You are always welcome! 🇲🇽🇺🇸
Gareth, Thank you! for the recommendation on Swagyu. Hands down the best burger I have ever had. Good job! Can hardly wait for your next video. I understand you will be going to Los Angeles next week, I suggest you try L'antica Pizzeria Da Michele, really amazing pizza. Highly recommend. Cheers.
Thank you very much Carlos! We actually came down to Baja again before LA!
@@GarethLeonard Yes, just saw it. Excellent video! Almost ate my computer screen. Cheers!
I'm disappointed Rocky's in PB wasn't on here but understand you couldn't do TWO joints in the same neighborhood. DEF recommend you try / go to Rocky's the next time you do this challenge. It's primo! (Update: saw that you replied to someone else's comment that they declined to be on the channel. Too bad!)
You are so adorable! Messy and so cool. I live in San Diego and I am realizing how amazing it is!
Hi watching from Saudi Arabia
Originally from Philippines
That's amazing, thank you for watching Sarah!!
I subbed right after I saw you Stone Cold Steve Austined that beer like a boss. Well done sir.
The Friendly burger looked like everything I expected from a pizza spot.
I ended up trying the friendly burger and it was pretty good. They do lather it in mayo, like lots and lots of mayo. Next time I’ll ask for them to put a little or maybe none at all. Def will be going back at some point.
Luv your videos from the phillipinnes
Charly Burgers 🍔 😋 😍 in Lemon Grove is the best by far
All these burger places and their burgers 🍔🍔🍔 look absolutely amazing 🤩. Hard job you have. Lol!
Doods foods aka the balboa has the best burger in the town hands down👌🏾
Solid choice!!
Yay!! I’ve only tried Hodad’s… can’t wait to try the rest . Thanks for this .
Suggestion : Wineries in Valla de Guadalupe : )
Valle de Guadalupe coming very soon!! Any specific recommendations there?
@@GarethLeonard Definitely Cuatro cuatros
These all look good, but I want to thank all the amazing Culinary Specialists in the US Navy for the awesome burgers I have had on board USS Essex and every other command during my career. They work hard and are underappreciated!
I have been trying to get in touch with someone in the Navy that I can film and see how they cook!!
@@GarethLeonard I retired a few years ago but I bet that if you made a community post asking if one of your viewers was a military culinary specialist that you would find one. I still know a few people….
Soooo stoked to see Hayes on this list. They are by far the best I've had in San Diego, love those guys
They are killing it!!
Oh man, when you first walked up to The Balboa... a bit of sadness for me there. It used to be a place called Tin Can Ale House where you could go get cans of beer and watch live music. I used to go and see friends bands play there. I'm bummed that it's gone.
Oh man, that sounds like an awesome spot, I didn't know that!
But the balboa is sooooo gooodd
I miss it too brother
My soon to be wife used to spend a lot of time there.
HIGHLYYY recommend this joint called Chicago Fire in La Jolla. Owner is a quirky burger genius from the Chi who purposefully has modest prices. Best burger to ever touch my tongue
Longhorn Bar and Grill(Grantville area): Italian Burger(1/2 lb, medium rare) with provolone cheese. Ask for grilled onions and sauteed mushrooms on the side to make it truly decadent. Grab some peppers and pickles as well from the condiment tray. Live it up! Check out the John Wayne room, as well. Please say Hi to Paul, the owner, and bartender Matty for me!
I agree their burgers are pretty good.
Hi, have you ever thought about breakfast joints in San Diego? My fave(s) are: 1. Antique Row Cafe off Adams Ave in Normal Heights. Go on Friday morning and get the Ultimate Cinnamon Bun. The biscuit w/gravy do not disappoint either. 2. Perry's Cafe off of Pacific Hwy in Old Town. Amazing Frittatas and if getting an old fashioned breakfast get the Cajun sausage. 3. The Waffle Spot in Mission Valley off Hotel Circle South. I like everything there but when I get an old fashioned breakfast I get the mini waffles in lieu of toast. 4. Original Pancake House off Convoy in Kearny Mesa is pricey but they have an amazing variety of huge pancakes. 5. Parkhouse Eatery off Park Blvd in University Heights.. You have e to try the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes and/or the Pork Belly Benedict. Also consider 6. The Mission in Mission Beach or the one in North Park. Try one of their vegetarian options or get the Hangar Steak Hash. 7. Crust Kitchen for the Mexican Omelet or their unique waffles & pancakes.
What an amazing list! I wrote them all down and can’t wait to try each one.
THE FOOD BURGER IS PART AMERICAN DREAM YUMMY
Absolutely! 🇺🇸🍔
Now i have to try the friendly burger. Great places you tried out.
Thank you so much for making this video, I live in San Diego and hadn't heard of Swagyu, The Friendly and Hayes!!! I love North Park and Barrio Logan so I definitely want to check those spots out. You MUST try Salud tacos in Barrio Logan, to me those are by far the best tacos in San Diego, the classic Carne Asada tacos are very close to taste to tacos de asada from Tijuana. I grew up eating all my tacos in Tijuana so I know! Mind you, no other tacos taste like Tijuana tacos than Tijuana tacos! With that said, give the place a try, all the food is great!
Thank you so much Laura! I've actually been to Salud and really enjoy it, but I just haven't filmed there. I'll add it to my list when I (inevitably) do another taco video!
Enjoy your videos very much ! And I loved the garlic ff but I have them with the smashed burgers in that place where I saw the picture of cantiflas!.... Thank you sooo much for your delicious and fun videos to watch and know about goo places to eat ! And you are awesome and funny!