Kenny's Burger Joint - Frisco — Restaurant in Frisco

Honestly, one of the best overall dining experiences I have had in a long while, quite possibly ever! I’m visiting Dallas from Houston and was I was kind of craving a burger and I saw the sign for Kenny’s Burger Joint, and something just registered and I stopped in to check it out, no research, strictly intuition and blind faith.

Upon entering, I knew I had made the right choice. It was 2:00 on a Monday but the atmosphere was intoxicating. Not overly packed or crowded but, lively and comforting. There were several groups spread throughout the restaurant and bar, everyone was cheerful and the vibe was overwhelmingly pleasant and unexplainable nostalgic.

It felt like a mix of something between a 1950s Americana diner, a classic Texan roadhouse/saloon, and a post 2010 modern craft burger spot. I know it sounds eclectic, but it was melded perfectly into a unique but also familiar atmosphere. I sat alone and started out with a coffee, a Coca Cola, and a happy hour espresso martini with bourbon cream (lol I know it’s crazy, but I was treating myself) and my server, Leah, made me feel welcomed, at home, and even brewed a fresh pot of coffee while I settled in. Right off the bat, the hospitality was phenomenal and I could tell this would be a fantastic meal in fact that’s when I started writing this review.

Leah then gave me a wonderful run through of the menu and offered excellent curated suggestions which I decided to go for and they were all phenomenal. I started with the chips and queso which is usually at least pretty good anywhere in Texas. It arrived within a few minutes and was one of the best I’ve ever had. The chips were hot, oily and perfectly crunchy, the queso was hot, perfectly spiced and perfectly gooey, absolutely sensational, which is quite the complement if you’re from Texas. Having the best chips and queso in Texas is like having the best pasta in Italy.

Then my Burger arrived, I went for the Jucy Lucy, a burger stufffed with american cheese and mustard, legitimately wood fired and finished with crisp diced onion and pickle. Perfectly salted between a soft lightly toasted bun. You know when you see a commercial for a McDonald’s burger and you think wow that looks amazing but no burger actually looks like that… this was that burger. I continued to trade bites and sips of my various selections, orchestrating a symphony of the best of the flavors American cuisine has to offer. I was stuck in an intoxicating trance reminiscent of Odysseus when he visited the land of the lotus eaters. At one point I was convinced Leah might be psychic because she anticipated any need I had before I even realized it. I love to drink Coca Cola, and anytime I was about to take my last sip, there was a fresh one that promptly arrived right in front of me.

Just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, I was yet again blown away. Halfway through my martini she even brought over a new perfectly chilled frosted glass and transferred it to this chilled glass, revitalizing the drink and imbibing it with the frothy crispness and vigor of a freshly shaken pour. I mean come on, what a touch of genius and kindness!! Never, even at the Michelin star restaurants I have dined at has someone done this for me. For that alone, I was speechless and legitimately almost moved to tears. 1 for the bar team and their perfect rendition of an espresso martini, and 2 Leah and the entire front of house team for their near psychic hospitality instincts.

I am now just sitting here nursing my 3 drinks in a blissful state of gustatory nirvana. From the moment I sat down, I felt as though I have been attended to consistently, but never in a way that feels overbearing or intrusive. Any need or desire has been met, nay exceeded, before I even knew I had it. And never have a I felt more welcomed and comfortable as a solo diner than at this establishment.

The best part was that when I look around right now, I see every other patron having the same experience that I am. I encourage any one reading this to just go and experience it...

Kenny’s Burger Joint – Frisco, TX ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wow. Just wow. We were in Frisco for the evening, struggling to settle on a dinner spot. But something in the air said burgers—big, bold, American burgers.

We found Kenny’s Burger Joint with a Google rating of 4.7 and over 3,000 reviews. Naturally, we had to check it out.

The moment we walked in, that unmistakable wood-fire grill smell hit us—and I knew instantly we picked the right spot.

At first, I wasn’t sure if this was just another trendy burger place or a legit American-owned burger joint. But then I saw the menu: • Zed’s Burger • Royale with Cheese • Big Kahuna Burger

Straight outta Pulp Fiction. That sealed it. These people know their burgers and their movies.

The Experience: Our server (Kassy) was phenomenal, friendly, attentive, and even brought out an unexpected appetizer sampler on the house: onion rings, queso with chips, fried pickles, and jalapeño poppers.

The fried pickles were crisp and addictive. The queso? Ridiculously good. Onion rings and jalapeño poppers? Straight fire.

We also ordered truffle fries—and they were 100% legit. Perfectly crispy with just the right hit of truffle without being overdone.

The burger was cooked to order and had that rich, smoky flavor you can only get from a real wood-fired grill. Juicy, seasoned right, and every bite reminded me why burgers like this are rare.

Even the root beer and Dr Pepper were on point—fully syruped up, bold, and fizzy. No weak soda fountain mix here.

Atmosphere: The red walls throughout gave off a great ‘90s vibe—reminded me of the old Red Robin days from the early 2000s, but more down-to-earth and less commercial. It felt like a place where locals eat, not tourists.

The Kids’ Menu: Two kids’ meals came with a burger, side, drink, and build-your-own sundae—all for $7.99 each. Incredible value, and the kids were pumped about the sundae station.

Bottom Line: Kenny’s isn’t just a burger joint—it’s the full experience. From the wood-fire aroma when you walk in, to the Pulp Fiction nods on the menu, to the perfectly cooked burgers and bomb appetizers, this is what a real American burger spot should be.

If you’re near Frisco and want the real deal, go here....

Very disappointing. We expected it to be better based on the reviews. My wife ordered the old fashioned double double. The menu says it will be "cooked to your specs". We were never asked our specs. The burger came out with blood running across the plate. The bun was soggy from this. My wife cut the burger in half. The burger was barely cooked at all. I eat rare meat often, and I would NOT have eaten this burger myself. My wife called the server over to the table and told her the issue and asked for it to be well done. The server, Meagan, was friendly, and took the burger away. The burger came back with a new bun. My wife cut into it again. It was more done, but was still closer to rare. (See the picture attached. This is the burger AFTER having it cooked more). They put so much mustard on it the second time that it was a mess to eat. The really frustrating part is that my wife had originally cut the burger in half. They literally took the two halved patties and put them back on the grill. They then used those same patties again. When getting the burger back the second time, my wife didn't know they had used the same patties because the bun and everything else was new and uncut. As she usually does, she cut the burger in half. Now, because the patties had previously been cut in half, she had 8 pieces of patty falling out all over her and her plate covered in mustard. My wife ate about 1/4 of the burger. The total price for 2 burgers, 2 fries and 2 sodas was nearly $48 + tip. For half of that, we could have had a much better experience at...