Quintessential San Diego Burger Joint. That’s the phrase that comes to mind about for our families visit to Hodad’s in Ocean Beach. Our morning started off with a walk out to the end of Ocean Beach Pier and we got back just in time for lunch.
By 11:45 AM the place was packed! We waited a couple of minutes and soon found ourselves in a booth, menus in hand. As we placed our drink order we began to take in the decor. Man, this place is a place to explore! My kids counted 7 surf boards hanging from the ceiling or plastered to the wall.
There are literally hundreds of license plates and beach signs plastered everywhere.The decoration even extends to the bathrooms!
A few minutes after we placed our order the food started to arrive. Seriously, lightning quick food and great servers! Three of us ordered burgers, which were great, and my son ordered a side of fries. All of us were completely full. We all felt like the fries were the highlight of what we ordered. On our next trip we will try the onion rings, we’re told they are fantastic as well. I also enjoyed a pint, which seemed to amplify the whole experience just a enough. (Great selection of beers on tap!) This is another one of those places where the experience is half the fun. We were there for an early lunch and there was an electric atmosphere.
Overall, I think Hodad’s lives up to the hype. It exceeded our high expectations! A lot of people call this one of the best burger joints in town and I have to agree. When you come make sure you leave yourself with plenty of time as there is often a line going down the street.
Hodad’s 5010 Newport Ave, San Diego Map Under $10 per person Family-friendly
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Since I work in Point Loma I’m just up the Road from Newport Ave and I have frequented Hodad’s quite a bit and it is never disappointment. Like any great restaurant you need to try to get there before or after the lunch crowd because on a Friday, after 11am, there is going to be a crowd. Even if you have to wait for a few minutes the burgers are more than worth it!