Al's Burger Shack
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North Carolina's Divine Burger🍔 A Foodie's Dream Come True
RickaRicka
1210
I've driven by this place several times in the past and there is always a line. Possibly there was no line for our visit because it was 100 degrees, and 4 p.m. on a Tuesday. We did not notice a parking lot or other obvious parking near the restaurant so we had to hike a few blocks from our parking spot. There is some counter seating inside but most of the seating is outdoors. We sat at some oversized picnic tables that were under a shade structure with some ceiling fans providing a little relief from the heat. The outside picnic tables looked normal sized but the ones we sat on seemed to be oversized - made for tall people. Who knows. Maybe the basketball team is a regular at this pace. Service was fast and friendly and we were given free samples of Cheerwine before we ordered. We had some burgers, a hot dog, and we all shared a large order of the Amazing rosemary crinkle cut fries. I had a chocolate milk shake too, that, while tasty, was nothing special. My hot dog was great and those rosemary were the stars of the meal. We loved the funky casual vibe of this place, definitely a local hangout. I can't wait to go back. If there were any negatives, my one tiny quibble was that during our entire visit nobody from the staff came by to clear the fourth picnic table that had some leftover food on it when we got there and it was still there when we left. Someone did go by the trash bins to scoop up the trays on which your food is served, but no member of staff ever looked at or walked into the actual outdoor dining area to see if anything needed removing or cleaning up.
Anne MAnne M
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Al's Burger Shack offers delicious burgers, fries, and great service! You order inside their tiny kitchen and can eat outside under a open, but covered seating area or an uncovered area that has more picnic tables. When we sat down at a picnic table, staff immediately offered us a portable propane heater which was really nice on a cold night! They many delicious burger options, including the classic burger with tomato, lettuce, and onion. They also offer a turkey burger, fried chicken, or sweet potato, black bean, and oat patty. The sweet potato patty was delicious and the sweet potato fries were crispy and salted perfectly, so the fries weren't overwhelmingly sweet. The large fries are a ton of fries--more than enough for two people to share! My husband ordered the classic burger and said it was the best burger he's had, that it's "the burger that other burgers want to be." :) All staff were wearing face masks, which was great to see. We will definitely visit Al's again because they offer great food and excellent service.
Jenny McKeeJenny McKee
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JUST WOW... it was like there was a party in my mouth and everyone I ever loved was invited. I'd never been here, but several people have sung Al's praise, and now I taste why. I got a Mookie and my Mom had a Classic. The Mookie was the second best burger I've had in my life only behind the Barry Burger with crispy onion strings added to it from AJ Bombers in Milwaukee. Only reason I say #2 is because I was recently in Chicago, I Drove 100+ miles North just for a burger one afternoon because I was craving the Barry and I hadn't had it in over 10 years since I lived in Milwaukee... It hadn't changed and it literally made me cry it was so good... Nostalgia for the extra point... Burgers are cooked to order and I can't remember the last time I ordered a burger medium rare, that it came out medium rare, so that was an added bonus too because it was exactly the way I cook my own burgers... Just better. Thank you to everyone at Al's, everyone seemed friendly, and everyone always on their A game!
Christopher SmithChristopher Smith
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Happened upon this wonderful burger place in Chapel Hill! The food equals the excellent service - friendliness and laid back atmosphere!
Vance MidgettVance Midgett
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Nearby Attractions Of Al's Burger Shack
Cat’s Cradle
The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
Carr Mill Mall
Tar Heel Escapes
Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown
Jeff Repairs Wireless & computers
Rumors Chapel Hill
AC Hotel Chapel Hill Downtown
Ackland Art Museum
Bella Nail Bar

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The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
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Carr Mill Mall
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Tar Heel Escapes
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Basic Info
Address
516 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
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(919) 904-7659
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alsburgershack.com
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4.6
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This snug counter-serve spot with a patio prepares burgers & dogs with unique toppings, plus shakes.
attractions: Cat’s Cradle, The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel, Carr Mill Mall, Tar Heel Escapes, Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown, Jeff Repairs Wireless & computers, Rumors Chapel Hill, AC Hotel Chapel Hill Downtown, Ackland Art Museum, Bella Nail Bar, restaurants: Mediterranean Deli, Bakery, and Catering, Mama Dip's Kitchen, Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant, Sup Dogs, Vimala's Curryblossom Cafe, Carolina Brewery, Carrburritos, CholaNad Restaurant & Bar, Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Chapel Hill, Italian Pizzeria III
