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Hodad's
5010 Newport Ave
San Diego, CA 92107
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  • Price range*: $1-$20
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“Great Food and Great Service”
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5 of 5 stars
Davet22 21 contributions
La Jolla
Jul 2, 2009

My brother was visiting me...wanted to go to Hodad's...so we did. We got there about 15 minutes after they opened. The place was full, however, we only waited 5 minutes to get a table. The full orders are generous...get a half order if you're not big eater or not hungry. We had onion rings, burgers, fries, and root beer. Everything... more

“Would definitely go back”
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5 of 5 stars
Cotc4 2 contributions
Cotc4
Jun 25, 2009

I'll keep this short and simple. We went there after reading about it on trip advisor. We expected the wait when we got there, but despite the long line, it wasn't too bad. The food and service were both excellent. Three of us got burgers and they were big but didn't last long. We split a basket of onion rings... more

“Absolute BEST BURGER Anywhere”
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5 of 5 stars
UB40NewMexico 3 contributions
NEW MEXICO
Jun 16, 2009

Great burgers great fries and great service! You must try this place it is the absolute best burger you will ever eat more

“I've had a craving for...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 29, 2009

I've had a craving for Hodad's for weeks! more

“Always worth the trip”
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4 of 5 stars
silverjay57 3 contributions
Virginia Beach, VA
May 28, 2009

Well Like many other people, I saw this place featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on Food Network. (One of my favorite shows) Since I was in San Diego for business, decided to go here one Sunday night. Saw the line out the door and down the block (at least a 2 hour wait) so we left kept on driving... more

“Save your time.”
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3 of 5 stars
vertnyc 7 contributions
New York City
May 26, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I found this place off of trip advisor and I was expecting something good as usual but I think the place was too hyped. First of all, just to save you some time- just get a to-go order by walking in front of the line straight to the cash register. They will tell you to come back in around 20-30... more

“Awesome Food Cool Atmosphere”
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5 of 5 stars
jaredphoenix 1 contribution
phoenix
May 19, 2009

The food here was awesome. My burger and fries filled me up for a whole day. The atmosphere and ambience were cool as well. A+ service too. There is always a line but it is worth it. more

“THE BEST! Great Vibe...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 3, 2009

THE BEST! Great Vibe, Great Food, the staff ROCK! Long time favorite. more

“The BEST BURGER period.”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 19, 2009

The BEST BURGER period. more

“Best Burgers in San Diego”
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5 of 5 stars
PettyLynne 2 contributions
Tucson, AZ
Apr 16, 2009

We love the casual atmosphere of OB. Anywhere that always has a line to get in must be really good. You will not be dissapointed. They have the very best burgers anywhere. The absolute best burgers anywhere, hands down!! more

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Hodad's Address

5010 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
Tel: (619) 224-4623
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.