In-N-Out Burger — Restaurant in San Francisco

When first entering In-N-Out burger, you may be tricked into thinking it is quite retro, but upon closer inspection, you'll realise its not retro, it's just dated!

We will get to the food, but first...

The hype surrounding this place is almost laughable. The over crowded location is NOT equipped with enough seats to cater for its demand. Instead, what you get is people staring at you whilst you eat so they can take your table the second you wipe your mouth. What a lovely dining experience.

The service is pleasantly robotic, but I think this place could benefit from a sign on the counter saying "tell your server if you'd like onions" rather than hear "would you like onions on that" 100 times before you even reach the counter.

This particular location has no toilet and when I asked the staff where I could wash my hands before my meal, they simple started throwing instructions at me for another restaurant a few doors down and around some corner which apparently allows anyone to use their restrooms... For me this is unacceptable!!

For a fast food joint, the service was as pleasant as it was slow. "So I need to wait 15 minutes for them to cook my burger, and I need to clean my own table, so what right?" I don't really mind waiting as the place was super busy and they cook fresh, but let's get those tables cleaned please!!

Ok, so the food arrives. The presentation is great and I think the size of the burger is perfect too. I ordered what I order from any burger joint, two double cheeseburgers. Upon my first bite I think to myself "now that's a tasty burger" but by my second burger, I'm thinking one thing only "SALT OVERLOAD". I've heard of loading food with salt to promote drink sales, but never executed quite as good as this. Needless to say, I couldn't finish my second cheeseburger due to the outrageous salt content.

The decorations dotted around the walls are quite awesome, and show In-N-Out in an actual retro way, and these are great.

There is also a section for merchandise, which can also be purchased online and which includes In-N-Out themed clothing. This was a nice touch, but ultimately, if the food isn't doing it for me, you don't get my five stars, and this place couldn't even break three for me.

Nice experience, decent burgers for salt lovers but get a toilet, expand your seating, put the onion sign on the counter, retrain your staff to be both polite (which they are) and efficient (which they need work on), get those tables cleaned and give the option of reduced salt...

In-N-Out Burger Review - Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco

*Rating: *

In-N-Out Burger at Fisherman's Wharf offers a classic fast-food experience with some hits and misses.

Ambiance: The restaurant maintains the iconic In-N-Out decor with its lively red and white theme. It's bustling, especially being in the heart of a tourist hotspot like Fisherman's Wharf. The seating area is clean but can get crowded quickly, making it challenging to find a spot during peak hours.

Service: Service is generally friendly, but the high volume of customers can lead to longer wait times. The staff does their best to keep things moving smoothly, but delays are not uncommon.

Food: The Double Double Animal Style is a highlight, featuring juicy patties and deliciously dressed with grilled onions, pickles, and extra spread. It's a flavorful choice that lives up to the In-N-Out reputation. The Animal Style fries, topped with cheese, grilled onions, and spread, add a savory twist to the meal. However, the fries themselves can sometimes be inconsistent in texture and freshness.

The root beer float is a refreshing accompaniment, blending creamy vanilla ice cream with a classic root beer soda. It's a nostalgic treat that complements the meal well.

Value: In-N-Out offers reasonable prices for its quality, but the value can be affected by wait times and occasional inconsistencies with the fries.

Overall Experience: In-N-Out Burger at Fisherman's Wharf delivers on its classic offerings with the Double Double Animal Style and enjoyable root beer float. The atmosphere is vibrant but crowded, and while the service is friendly, expect potential delays during peak times. Three stars reflect good food options with room for improvement in service efficiency and fry...

“When you need to feel something… animal style.” (A protein-packed pilgrimage to a Golden State icon.) In-N-Out Burger is the ultimate last-minute decision that always feels like the right one. Whether it's a late-night craving or a spontaneous hangout spot, it somehow hits harder when you're starving. For me, In-N-Out isn’t just fast food, it’s a ritual. Over the years, I’ve perfected my order using the not-so-secret menu: a double-double, animal style with extra-toasted buns; another double-double, animal style, protein style; and a small drink, cheaper, refillable, and perfect for dining in, which I always do. It’s consistently faster than the drive-thru anyway. In-N-Out is a California institution, founded in 1948 in Baldwin Park. It's one of the only fast food chains allowed for this project, and rightfully so, it’s impact on California food culture is huge. From pioneering the drive-thru speaker box to creating a dedicated cult following for its secret menu, it exemplifies the intersection of innovation and identity in California dining. Their simple, consistent menu contrasts the heavily processed norm of national chains, and they’ve stayed privately owned, refusing to franchise outside the West Coast. My order has evolved this semester, these days I skip the animal fries (too inconsistent) and just triple down on the double-doubles. I usually prefer two double-doubles with buns and one protein style, but when I don’t have that animal in me, I go for two protein style double-doubles. Nonetheless, always animal style. When I walk in, I know exactly what I want. It’s not gourmet, but it’s...