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Irvine's 5 top spots to score burgers on a budget

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Published on August 20, 2019
Irvine's 5 top spots to score burgers on a budgetIn-N-Out Burger | Photo: Lin M./Yelp

Got a hankering for burgers?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable burger hot spots in Irvine, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to venture when those cravings strike.

1. In-N-Out Burger

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Topping the list is In-N-Out Burger. Located at 4115 Campus Drive in University Town Center, the fast-food spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly burger joint in Irvine, boasting 4.5 stars out of 677 reviews on Yelp. As part of its freshness promise, the national chain says customers won't find any heat lamps, freezers or microwaves at its outlets.

2. Burntzilla

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Next up is Walnut Village's Burntzilla, situated at 14413 Culver Drive. With four stars out of 1,212 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American spot, which offers burgers and hot dogs, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option. Its burgers come in both slider (mini) and full-sized versions.

3. MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

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Woodbridge's Mooyah Burgers, Fries & Shakes, at 5365 Alton Parkway, Suite A2, in Alton Square Shopping Center, is another top choice. Yelpers give the low-priced spot to score burgers, ice cream and hot dogs four stars out of 524 reviews. Part of a national chain, the patties in Mooyah's burgers come in Angus beef, Morningstar Farms veggie or Jennie-O turkey.

4. The Habit Burger Grill

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The Habit Burger Grill, a spot to score burgers, salads and sandwiches in El Camino Real, is another affordable go-to, with four stars out of 446 Yelp reviews. Founded a half-century ago, this chain's namesake sandwich consists of single or double beef patties chargrilled over an open flame. Head over to 14474 Culver Drive to see for yourself. 

5. Butterleaf

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Last but not least, there's Butterleaf, a Business District favorite with four stars out of 233 reviews. Stop by 2222 Michelson Drive to hit up the vegetarian spot, whose burger consists of a black bean quinoa patty topped with lettuce, tomato and smashed avocado, the next time you're in the mood for cheap eats.


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