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Somewhere between a diner and a log cabin, this cash-only Tempe burger shop has been grilling patties over a live mesquite fire since forever. You order at the counter while the smoke does its thing, then dress your own burger at the condiment table. Sizes run from a modest fifth-pounder up to a full pound of beef, which should cover most life situations. An old-school Valley institution, and the zucchini fries are not optional.
The awards strongest first
- Foodist Awards 2025 · Finalist: The Great One · Most Crave-Worthy Burger
- AZ Central The 100 Best Metro Phoenix Restaurants
- Phoenix New Times The top 10 burger joints in Phoenix
One number, weighted & current 82
How we scoreThe dishes from the writeups
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Tijuana Torpedo
“Our favorite is the Tijuana Torpedo, a stuffed beef patty with melted jalapeno jack cheese inside.”
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Little One
“Order the Little One, a ⅕ pound burger.”
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Double Great Big One
“Try the Double Great Big One, which comes with a whole pound of meat.”
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Deep-fried zucchini
“Round out your meal with some classic fries or opt for the old-school deep-fried zucchini or mushrooms.”
Phoenix New Times
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