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burger-chan is a Houston-born, chef driven, custom smash burger restaurant in the Galleria area of Houston, TX, known for bold, umami-forward flavor (the fifth taste). Build your burger your own way — choose your bun, patty size, and toppings — then let our signature smash technique and house-made sauces do the rest. Famous for juicy beef smash burgers, burger-chan also offers grilled chicken sandwiches, beef hot dogs, fried mahi-mahi, and vegetarian falafel. Founded in 2016, Burger-chan has been named one of the Top 100 Restaurants in Houston by the Houston Chronicle and ranked among Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S. in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–4 PM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5353 W Alabama St Suite 110, Houston, TX 77056
Phone: (832) 408-0860
Website: http://www.burgerchanhtx.com/
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Reviews
Gabriela Jasso
after looking at places to find houston’s best burger my boyfriend and i settled here.
in my opinion, no it is not houston’s best burger.
do you get your monies worth? yes.
is it worth the drive? i don’t think so.
the shake was more liquid than thick and that’s okay if that’s what you’re into.
the patties are bland. nothing gave it that over the top feeling. the fries were cold when we got the order. i got more of a smash burger and my boyfriend a regular burger.
i do like the concept of building your own but at the cost of food coming out cold, not something i enjoy much. the portions for the burger are HUGE. but that’s about it. the people are kind and the bathrooms and inside of the restaurant was clean.
i wouldn’t come back just because it’s far from me it didn’t live up to the hype for me but it was cool to try.
… morein my opinion, no it is not houston’s best burger.
do you get your monies worth? yes.
is it worth the drive? i don’t think so.
the shake was more liquid than thick and that’s okay if that’s what you’re into.
the patties are bland. nothing gave it that over the top feeling. the fries were cold when we got the order. i got more of a smash burger and my boyfriend a regular burger.
i do like the concept of building your own but at the cost of food coming out cold, not something i enjoy much. the portions for the burger are HUGE. but that’s about it. the people are kind and the bathrooms and inside of the restaurant was clean.
i wouldn’t come back just because it’s far from me it didn’t live up to the hype for me but it was cool to try.
omer yavuz
This place has a really interesting system. I appreciated how clearly they explained their halal options the halal ingredients are handled completely separately and never come into contact with pork products. That level of care is impressive.The portions are large, and the fries were quite tasty. However, I found the flavor of the beef itself a bit underwhelming compared to the rest. The atmosphere is nice, and the place is clean and well kept.Overall, it’s a good spot with thoughtful service and a clear commitment to halal preparation.
… moreSop
Took a lunch break with my wife and she picked Burger Chan—first time for me, so why not! It’s located off W. Alabama near the Galleria. Didn’t grab any interior pics, but the ordering system is simple: you walk in, grab a small clipboard, and check off exactly how you want your burger built.
I kept it straightforward—1 patty (5oz), bacon, pepper jack, brioche bun, and BBQ sauce. My wife ordered a 5oz single with bacon and lettuce, plus tots. She got the spicy tots—not sure if they offer a non-spicy version, I wasn’t paying that much attention.
Now for the actual burger. The brioche bun was on another level—soft, buttery, and slightly toasted inside. The patty isn’t smash style and not super thick either—just a solid medium-thickness burger cooked perfectly medium, juicy and lightly seasoned. The bacon came in medium-thick pieces broken into smaller bits, and that was a big plus for me. Pepper jack and BBQ sauce pulled everything together.
With all the customization options here, I’m definitely coming back. This burger easily ranks high on my favorites list.
… moreI kept it straightforward—1 patty (5oz), bacon, pepper jack, brioche bun, and BBQ sauce. My wife ordered a 5oz single with bacon and lettuce, plus tots. She got the spicy tots—not sure if they offer a non-spicy version, I wasn’t paying that much attention.
Now for the actual burger. The brioche bun was on another level—soft, buttery, and slightly toasted inside. The patty isn’t smash style and not super thick either—just a solid medium-thickness burger cooked perfectly medium, juicy and lightly seasoned. The bacon came in medium-thick pieces broken into smaller bits, and that was a big plus for me. Pepper jack and BBQ sauce pulled everything together.
With all the customization options here, I’m definitely coming back. This burger easily ranks high on my favorites list.
Shivika Singal
Burger Chan has such a fun and welcoming vibe! They have both indoor and outdoor seating — perfect whether you want to hang out inside or enjoy the nice weather. The space is bright with playful wall art, and there’s even coloring available for kids, which makes it great for families too. The food is fantastic — their grilled chicken burger is big and packed with flavor, the curly fries are super crisp, and the sauces are seriously some of the best around. A great spot for a casual meal that hits all the right notes!
… moreChristian Perez
My 1st time coming, and the flavor of the burgers is so AWESOME, you can taste it as homemade, fresh and unique. Plus the general Manager Jose has an excellent attitude, and OUTSTANDING customer service. Hands down the best BURGERS in H-Town.
… moreLana
Amazing!!! This place is a hidden gem. From the service to the food! We got the burger and grilled chicken sandwich. We were hesitant about the scallion aioli, but it takes the meal to “ a whole ‘notha level.” Oh, and when you order, all you have to do is fill out the mini clipboards as you walk in and when you’re ready, just give it to the cashier.
MoMo, the cashier, was very sweet. When we decided to color on the coloring sheets, she offered a cup of coloring twist pens. As you can see, we enjoyed our selves!
The playlist was great—a lot of K-pop and 90s hits. Just a vibe. And I forgot to get a photo, but they have a daily quote and a puzzle for the day that you can solve.
Overall, our experience was top tier, and we will definitely be back!
… moreMoMo, the cashier, was very sweet. When we decided to color on the coloring sheets, she offered a cup of coloring twist pens. As you can see, we enjoyed our selves!
The playlist was great—a lot of K-pop and 90s hits. Just a vibe. And I forgot to get a photo, but they have a daily quote and a puzzle for the day that you can solve.
Overall, our experience was top tier, and we will definitely be back!
A M
Great burger joint. Probably the best in the city. You can pick and choose the kind of burger or sandwiches- beef patties, grilled chicken, or felafel or hot dogs.
You fill out your request in a paper on entering and then pick up your food at the counter.
Highly recommend their curly fries, and chicken sandwiches.
… moreYou fill out your request in a paper on entering and then pick up your food at the counter.
Highly recommend their curly fries, and chicken sandwiches.
Ram King
If you’re craving a burger that absolutely rocks, burger‑chan on Alabama St is your new go‑to. I went for the Spicy on a fluffy brioche bun, piled on extra ghost‑pepper flakes, and it was —juicy, punchy, and perfectly balanced by the buttery bun. I meant to order the Vietnamese coffee shake but ended up with a vanilla instead… still ridiculously good! I can’t wait to go back and explore the rest of the menu. This place has serious flavor chops and a fun, flexible chalk‑style ordering vibe. Highly recommended!
… moreBrian Chiu
Finally got around to trying one of the best burger spots in town.
Turns out it’s even better than expected. I really like that they offer a variety of breads to choose from, so even if you come often, you won’t get bored.
I love how customizable the burgers are. It really feels like you can build your own perfect burger.
Their signature mayo is pretty unique too. It has a subtle hint of shrimp and fish sauce, which isn’t bad at all, but might not be for everyone.
Overall, a really solid burger and reasonably priced.
… moreTurns out it’s even better than expected. I really like that they offer a variety of breads to choose from, so even if you come often, you won’t get bored.
I love how customizable the burgers are. It really feels like you can build your own perfect burger.
Their signature mayo is pretty unique too. It has a subtle hint of shrimp and fish sauce, which isn’t bad at all, but might not be for everyone.
Overall, a really solid burger and reasonably priced.
RebeccaSHM
Nice little spot, clean and delicious!
The burger was amazing
fries were just OK
Shakes were good. I ordered the malt and it didn’t taste like it had malt in it at all.
… moreThe burger was amazing
fries were just OK
Shakes were good. I ordered the malt and it didn’t taste like it had malt in it at all.