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Chris Madrid's
Burger Joint$$$$
Midtown, San Antonio
Has a stamp of approval from Food & Wine and Serious Eats
"The Daily Meal's 101 Best Burgers in America: #73 Tostada Burger"(15 Tips)
"Cheddar cheezy is awesome just how it's made!"(6 Tips)
"cheddar cheesy burger and a Margarita"(4 Tips)
"sure to get a Mango Margarita"(8 Tips)
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Genna SpeedJuly 26, 2015The porky burger was delicious, but seating can be a bear.1 person will try to claim 8 seats. Go when it's cooler out so you don't have to deal with the seating shenanigans. Mango margaritas are yummy
I been eating here since it was a lil taco stand and still think its the best burgers in town !they are big and made to order and of u ask for the veggies on the side they do have ranch if u ask
A macho flaming jalapeño is my burger of choice here and I promise that no matter what u settle on it is sure to please. Eat outside on a spring day and life just seems to taste that much sweeter!!
SelenaOctober 23, 2014Chris Madrid's Bean Tostado Burger is my go to and has been since I was a tiny tot. SAN ANTONIO BEST BURGER!
Raven Carrington 🔫August 19, 2015The macho cheesy is my favorite! I was first here in 1982 and I was so hungry I actually ate TWO of these giant cheesy macho burgers!
Daniel BlakeJanuary 15, 2018Got my favorite, the Macho sized Tostada burger... a san antonio original bean burger with meat patty and smothered in cheese
Everything food is very yummy! Burgers are the best even though they should add onion rings to their menu....
Megan KaiserApril 4, 2015Super fast service, friendly, clean... GOOD EATS!!!! If you are looking for a burger joint this is the place. :D Can't wait to come again.
Serious EatsJuly 30, 2013Chris Madrid's excellent thin-pattied burgers are the stuff of cheeseburger legend.
Meagan CummingsJune 11, 2012Make sure to find the front door. If you go in the side door, the employees will sit on their butts and watch you look around the room lost, until you find the room where you order from.
andria chapmanOctober 29, 2014great place. good for groups or bringing the kids. burgers are excellent and so are the nachos. tostada burger!
Ginormous hamburgers. The regular size is more than enough. They also like to push the melted cheese on you.
Steven KirchnerAugust 1, 2013I make it to San Antonio once a year and I never miss having the best burger (macho tostada) every visit.
Sol SalamancaSeptember 25, 2011you HAVE to try this burgers... they're in the category of one of the 15 burgers to try before die... those words explain everything!!
A Z I ZJune 7, 2013friendly stuff big burger , get the typical burger the cheese will melt in your mouth
Art Gomez TagleSeptember 8, 2015Porky bacon Burger was amazing and the fries are just okay. Must get a burger here, make it macho.
There's only one thing to eat here, the Macho Jalapeño Cheddar Burger! If you don't try it you're cheating your taste buds!
Roy Eckhardt Jr.December 4, 2015The cheese burger is humongous, get a fork and a knife. You are gonna need it.
Ron JeramiahSeptember 15, 2015Long ass line but worth the wait bruh. Get the cheddar cheesy. Greasy but tasty!- Candace WilliamsJune 4, 2015Get the cheddar cheesy burger and a Margarita, it will change your life!!
Order tostada burger. Go to bar and order mango margarita. Sit on patio. Sit back and reflect on how awesome life is.
Theo GutierrezFebruary 6, 2013if you know your burger you'll know this place lost it a long time ago. the first 5yrs were the best.
Gabby BAugust 30, 2013Arrive here early on the weekends. This place fills up quick and you won't find a seat.
Adina SanchezJuly 13, 2010Tostada Burger is delightfully delicious. FYI: Their homemade salsa is a little watery so you may want to drain some of it before adding it to the burger as it will make the bun kinda soggy.
Love the Cheddar Cheezy burger... tons of cheese... not for those on a diet!
Lakeysha DeLeonAugust 28, 2011If you like super cheeeeesy burgers, this is the spot for you! And can we say BIG! Come hungry for sure
Food & WineMay 12, 2011This family-owned restaurant serves its six varieties of burgers in two sizes: the 4 oz regular and 8 oz macho.
A. ChristinaAugust 26, 2015It was ok. I feel like it's so much bread lettuce not enough meat! Try the Pico tho!! Went well with the ladies special!
Emilie DishonghOctober 14, 2013If you have time for but one burger in San Antonio, THIS IS THE BURGER.- JRod🙈🙉🙊September 8, 2011OMG that was amazing, make sure to get a Mango Margarita, the are strong and tasty!
William SilvaJuly 17, 2011If you're less than 6ft and 200lbs, don't order fries. The tostada burger is great and huge (macho)
Cary ShiraiJuly 8, 2010i am 5th generation San Antonio and was born & raised on Chris Madrid's. get that damn tostada burger. you'll wanna slap your grandma silly
James ShawOctober 14, 2017Food is pretty good, but the prices can't be beat. Expect a long line to order but the wait shouldn't be long.
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Chris Madrid's
1900 Blanco Rd (btwn Rosewood Ave & Hollywood Ave)
San Antonio, TX 78212
United States
San Antonio, TX 78212
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(210) 735-3552
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No
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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- 8.4
"One of the best burger joints in USA.off the beaten path but worth the trip from downtown San Antonio."
John Register, CSP™ - 8.1
"Had the double cheeseburger (added jalapeños for 59 cents), fries, and iced tea. At $15.11 it is not the cheapest, but everything was fantastic. Largest restaurant burger I've ever had in my life."
CAM Marti - 8.4
"Never had a bad meal here. Burgers, chicken fried steak, fried pickles, everything is good!"
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Jonesy - 8.9
"Really nice location. Enjoyed a basketball game here with my family while we were in town. Seating is a bit small and cramped though, but over all, nice place."
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