Reliable Burgers and a Neighborhood Patio That Works
Signature burgers including one with fried mac, fresh fries, a decent beer list, and a comfortable patio make this a dependable local spot.
We paid. Visited October 2026.

Our Visit
We paid. Visited October 2026.
We stopped in on a busy evening. We ordered two signature burgers, one with fried mac and cheese, and a side of fries. The burgers arrived juicy with good char on the patty and a toasted bun. The fried mac and cheese bites had a crisp exterior and creamy center. The fries were fresh and hot with the right amount of salt. A local beer on draft was cold and well poured.
The patio seating worked well even when the inside filled up. The room never felt overly loud despite the crowd. Service was attentive without hovering, checking in at natural moments and keeping glasses full. It felt reliable in the way a neighborhood spot should: nothing flashy, everything done right.
The combination of solid food, a decent beer list, and an easy atmosphere makes it the kind of place you return to when you want something satisfying without complication. It is exactly what you want from a casual local burger joint.
The Record
Google shows 4.5 stars from more than 2,350 reviews. The rating has held steady. The most repeated praise is for the creative burgers, crisp fries, fried mac and cheese, friendly service, and the patio. A smaller number of reviews mention waits during peak times. SC food grade is A on recent inspections. The record matches our visit: a dependable neighborhood spot that executes the basics well.
Our standards
Every review here follows six published rules. A business we review may reply once, and we print the reply word for word under the review, up to 150 words.
Score: 8.2. Score: 8.2. Worth it.
The Record
What the public record showed when we checked it on October 20, 2026, in our own words.
Our score
8.2
Worth it
Our visit, October 2026
4.5 from 2,350 reviews; 4.5 over the last 12 months.
Google Business Profile, checked October 20, 2026
How we score
Out of 10, always to one decimal. Each score earns one verdict.
- Go out of your way9.0 and up
- Worth it (this review)7.0 to 8.9
- Fine if you’re close5.0 to 6.9
- Skip it3.0 to 4.9
- AvoidUnder 3.0
| What we checked | What we found | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.5 from 2,350 reviews | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Last 12 months | 4.5 from 420 reviews, against 4.5 lifetime. No change over the last 12 months. | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Owner reply rate | Replies to most recent reviews. | Google, last 60 reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| BBB rating | No complaints on file in the last three years. | BBB, checked October 20, 2026 |
| SC food grade | A on recent inspections. | SC Department of Agriculture, checked October 20, 2026 |
| License | Current food service permit. | SC DHEC, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Recurring themes |
| Google reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Checked on | October 20, 2026 | Every source in this table |
| Does it match our visit? | Matches. The record praises the reliable burgers, fries, and patio; that is what we found on our visit. | Our visit, October 2026 |
Details
- Address
- 111 Cherry Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29730
- Hours
- Lunch and dinner daily.
- Prices
- Burgers and sides around $12 to $16; beers $5 to $7.
- Payment
- Cards accepted.
- Status
- Open as of October 20, 2026.
Our standards. We paid full price, and nobody at the business knew a review was coming.
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