Barney's - Oakland, CA

Barney's smells great. That is because the hamburgers are cooked on a grate in an open kitchen adjoining the dining room, and the perfume of sizzling beef fat dripping onto coals is, for carnivores, a sure-fire appetizer. The meat part of my California burger was tasty with a crunchy, gnarled crust, although the interior could have been juicier and more flavorful.

25% Approval Rating (4 votes)

Overall: Worth a major detour

Must Eats

French Fries ($3.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"Barney's is a 10-store Bay Area burger chain with 22 different beef hamburgers on its menu plus 9 kinds of turkey burger and 10 kinds of meat-free garden burgers. The garden burgers come on whole wheat buns, the others on sesame buns, unless you want yours wrapped in ..." [Read More].

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Map & Directions

4162 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA
510-655-7180

http://www.barneyshamburgers.com

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch, Dinner
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	Yes
Alcohol Served:	Yes
Outdoor Seating:	No
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	No

"The California burger is topped with Monterey Jack, a grilled chile, bacon, and sour cream. A lovely sight, and by midway through, a royal mess."
Michael Stern

"The minced garlic is fresh and powerful atop these skinny fries."
Michael Stern

"Too bad we don't have the technology to share smells, because this close shot of the garlic fries would be dizzying."
Michael Stern