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Ocean Beach · $12–16 · Ranked in 2 lists
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Hodad's is a Ocean Beach spot ranked #1 of 10 in our Best Burgers in San Diego list, scoring 92/100. Order the hodad burger. The only burger that makes a national TV spot feel deserved. Thick, messy, seasoned patty with a soft bun that somehow holds together. The OB original is cash-only and worth the wait.
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Score 92/100 · Order: Hodad burger · $12–16
The only burger that makes a national TV spot feel deserved. Thick, messy, seasoned patty with a soft bun that somehow holds together. The OB original is cash-only and worth the wait.
Local tip: Go during off-peak hours; the OB line can stretch to the sidewalk on weekends.
Score 87/100 · Order: A double bacon cheeseburger split two ways · $12–20
A loud, casual burger institution where kids fit right in.
Local tip: Split one burger between two kids — portions are enormous.
Scored with our ranking methodology — burgers, kid-friendly-restaurants.
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