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Polker's Gourmet Burgers

2226 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109-1820
Phone: (415) 885-1000
Citysearch
Price:
$
Best of Citysearch:
Gourmet Burger Deal 2008
Hours:
Daily 8am-11pm

Editorial Review for Polker's Gourmet Burgers – by Joanna Currier

In Short
Despite swank neighborhood surroundings, this cafe maintains a casual feel--and a terrific, simple menu of all-American fare to match. Hearty burgers--arguably the best in town--are carefully prepared to order and stacked with toppings that range from fresh (avocado) to rich (poblano pepper and feta). Weekend mornings put the laid-back waitstaff through its paces as lines form around the block for savory breakfast skillets, thick French toast and eggs Benedict.

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Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Don't miss the curly fries.

Where to Sit

Seat yourself, except on weekends when there's a sign-up queue on the door.

What to Drink

The cafe serves several kinds of beer on tap.

User Reviews for Polker's Gourmet Burgers

Citysearch (24), Judy's Book (1 ), MenuPages (2 ), Trip Advisor (3 ), All (30)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/31/2007 Posted by hedykay

i lived around the corner from this place, at a 'motel' that is anything less than desirable. i went to polker's several times. for dinner, for breakfast, by myself and with someone else. never, ever did i get terrible service despite not being one of those people who likes to wait for tables or put my name on a list. i went in when it was crowded even, and the service was always fine! but burger wise, excellent. breakfast wise, excellent (their coffee is strong and good). i think what i noticed most about them is their gourmet burgers, but more importantly how well they stand up. most the time i am left with pieces due to poor choices in buns. not them! they stand up well until i am finished. i would recommend this place to anyone wanting a good burger. been to burgermeister, but not darla's. i would say their drink selection could be less priced or have a 'happy hour' like burgermeister does.

Pros: everything

Cons: expensive drinks and no specials for a burger place

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

06/20/2007 Posted by perskeptic

Polkers has the very worst service I have ever experienced. I lived a few blocks away and would have liked to eat at this restaurant often but no restaurant is worth horrible rudeness from the waiters. I even sent a letter of complaint to the owner but got no response. So, I guess they don't care. There are long lines on the weekends - but I don't know why. There are so many good restaurants in SF why bother with this place?

Pros: Don't see any

Cons: No parking, rudeness, mediocre food

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Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Don't miss the curly fries.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street parking

Hours

  • Daily 8am-11pm

Cuisines

  • American (Traditional)
  • Hamburgers

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Lunch Spot
  • Carry Out
  • Brunch
  • Kid Friendly

Recognition for Polker's Gourmet Burgers

2008 Editorial Winner - Gourmet Burger Deal

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