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“under 99 gazillion sold!”
Hodad’s has been recognized as one of the top 5 burger joints in the country by CNN! This Ocean Beach surf shack with the amazing Burgers and Huge milkshakes was also featured on Food Networks Diner's Drive-Ins & Dives. There is a strong argument for it being the Greatest Burger in the World. Come try one for yourself and see. In 1969, Byron and Virginia Hardin began serving them up in Hodad’s first location, on the beach at the end of Santa Monica Avenue in Ocean Beach. In 1991, after several moves, Hodad’s opened at it’s present location in the heart of Ocean Beach’s Newport Ave. Hodad’s is now in the hands of third generation family member, Shane Hardin. He’s the son of the famous Burgermeister, Mike “Bossman” Hardin.
My son and DH raved about Hodad's on their last visit to SD. So naturally, I wanted to see what all the hype was about. Friendly, chill welcome up front when we entered. We were seated in a... Read more
Apparently a cult favorite, although I'm not sure how. There is always a line out the door. We ordered to go as they don't have a patio for dogs. It took about 15 minutes for our order. Big... Read more
In town for family and someone recommended this place. Great venue, great malts. The burgers are good...for most people the single hamburger/cheese burger will be fine and a 1/2 order of frings... Read more
Hodad’s
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- Sun - Sat: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Pets Allowed
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
- Reservations
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Bar
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Dine In
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Drinks
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Drive Through
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Outdoor Seating
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Takeout
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