Burger Inn — Restaurant in Melbourne

The Burger Inn, 1819 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL, 32935

2.5 Stars

I am the furthest thing from a turdiform human there is and I didn't get this way just eating cake. I love a good burger with just the right amount of grease on the onion rings, so when The Burger Inn popped up on my random name generator I was already licking my lips as I headed out the door. This place is run by Mike and for years this restaurant has satisfied a niche in our community and I have previously given it 4-Stars. However, this trip was not up to snuff. Sometimes grease is your friend. If you buy food to go and there are grease marks on the bottom of the food bag when you get home...you know you have some tasty fast-food grub! Other times? Not so much.

I get that food costs are high and perhaps some corners need to be cut at times, however, I frown upon serving leftovers in a restaurant. Daylynn is my charming carhop today and she is Mike's daughter. I don't know precisely how long Mike has owned this place, but it has been here with different owners for the last 50 years or so. I ordered The Elvis, a Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Chili, a side of onion rings, and a foot-long chili dog.

By the time I got home, the cuisine had left some aforementioned grease splotches and I was grinning and licking my chops with anticipation as I unbagged the victuals. Snapping a few pictures, I began to dig in. First up on the Big Boy palate was The Elvis. This is a hamburger truly fit for The King as it is one with bacon, chopped onion, cheddar cheese, peanut butter, pickle, lettuce and tomato. We all know The Pelvis' affinity for Peanut Butter. The bun was toasted to perfection, the burger was overcooked but the chili peanut butter was fun. Even though the chili is very low grade. I'm kind of with the Kid from Mississippi on this one as I love peanut butter and think it goes with just about everything. I am sure Elvis would approve except for the actual meat.

Moving on, I unwrapped the Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Chili along with the rings. Again, the bun was toasted to perfection, and the burger was cooked poorly, but the chili was what I would surmise to be a low-grade of food service canned slop. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't all that good either. The onion rings saved this to be sure as they were sublime on the palate.

This brings us to the final item, the foot-long chili dog. First of all, I would draw your attention to the picture of the dog in question. Do those ends look like that hot dog is fresh or like it is 5 days old? Does it not resemble the kind of fare one finds spinning endlessly in a 7-11 heat box near the smokeless tobacco and lotto scratchers? This is the reason for the rating.

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Step back in time to the 1950s with a visit to Burger Inn in Melbourne, Florida, where nostalgia meets culinary excellence. From the moment you step through the door, you're transported to a bygone era, complete with checkerboard floors, retro décor, and the unmistakable aroma of sizzling burgers on the grill.

The menu at Burger Inn is a love letter to classic American diner fare, with a focus on mouthwatering burgers that are handcrafted with care. Each burger is a work of art, made with fresh, quality ingredients and cooked to perfection. Whether you're craving a classic cheeseburger, a hearty bacon burger, or a vegetarian option, Burger Inn has something to satisfy every palate.

But it's not just the burgers that keep customers coming back for more. The milkshakes are legendary, thick and creamy, and available in a variety of flavors that will transport you straight to the soda fountain of yesteryear. And don't forget to save room for a side of crispy fries or onion rings – the perfect accompaniment to your burger experience.

What truly sets Burger Inn apart, however, is the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere. The staff goes above and beyond to make every guest feel like family, ensuring that each visit is not just a meal, but a memorable experience.

Whether you're a local looking for a taste of nostalgia or a visitor seeking an authentic diner experience, Burger Inn is a must-visit destination in Melbourne, Florida. So grab a seat at the counter, take a sip of your milkshake, and savor the flavors of a simpler time...

This is my favorite burger place in the county. They make Smash burgers so you need to understand that before you go on here and start complaining about your burger being flat. Some of these negative reviews are hilarious.

Something that you should know is the meals are absolutely gigantic. I order the same thing every time. The John Wayne. I cannot finish this thing by myself. A grown man can barely finish this thing by himself. The burger is huge and they give you all these fries and if you order a drink, a regular drink is like a gallon size. I'm not complaining, it's lovely. All I'm saying is you should really split one meal between two people because they are generous with portion sizes. Very American but I would not recommend taking on a burger and fries by yourself. Although, they heat up really well at home.

I love the aesthetic and they do car side service!!! So if you want to eat in your car, pull up and flash the lights and they'll bring out this little table to attach to your window. Cutest little thing. Service is just okay but it doesn't really matter because you're not going to need anything.

The only complaint I could ever make about this place is their hours. If their hours weren't so strange, I would never buy a burger from another place. But their hours are completely random and I still haven't gotten their schedule down. Seems like every time I'm in the mood for one, they're closed. You guys can't just make the most delicious burger in the entire county and then be closed at desirable burger hours....