Darryle Banks
Having driven past this place a few times I rarely get a chance to stop, but I must say I am glad I did. The transformation of the old Arby’s into Cali-Burger was definitely a right on time and hit the spot, Stop! It’s a “fresh, not fancy” burger joint that has a wide variety of burger choices and other menu items. The restaurant maintains a humble, fast-casual vibe that still echoes its fast-food roots, and caters to NC State students and Raleigh locals. Made to order freshness is key for me and if you’re in the area looking an an amazingly good bite. I highly recommend Cali-Burger.
… moreFaha
One night on the way back from state fair 2025 we decided to get Cali burger, & ordered 3 burgers with 3 fries as a meal and forgot ab the fries and drove off, when the owner got in his car, pulled up in front of us, stopped, ran, and personally delivered the fries to me and my friends. Went back a couple weeks later and reminded him of the experience in drive-through and had a good laugh, anyways lol 10/10 food and service never disappoints.
… moreKierstyn Myers
Let me just say this: if you’re not eating Cali Burger, what are you even doing with your life?
This place is serving up 100% halal goodness that’ll make your taste buds sing and your diet cry. We’re talking loaded fries that don’t quit, chicken sandwiches that slap, and burgers so good you’ll consider writing them a love letter. And yes, even the bacon is halal; beef bacon, baby.
Now let’s talk about the Pastrami Burger, aka the burger that changed my life. This glorious stack of beef, pastrami, cheese, and pure magic had me questioning everything I thought I knew about burgers. I didn’t eat it, I experienced it.
Oh, and if you’ve got a sweet tooth? Their milkshakes are basically dessert royalty. I had the Cinnamon Toast Crunch one and it tasted like Saturday morning cartoons and happiness.
Bonus: they’ve got a drive-through. So whether you’re in a rush or just rocking questionable pants, you don’t even need to get out of the car to dive into deliciousness.
Final verdict? Cali Burgers is the real deal. Go for the halal, stay for the flavor-induced bliss.
… moreTini Boyd
Good location. Great food and service! Had the corn dogs, burgers with beef bacon, fries and cheese sticks! All fresh and hot! I would go back in a heartbeat
… moreShanna Ali
It was a pleasurable experience to have had the opportunity to have visited this place twice in a two week span. The quality, quantity as well as portion sizes per menu item were great! The food was very delicious and filling. Coming from FL where halal burgers are a far reach, this satisfied my taste buds! It is a nice spot for all ages to visit and it is a great and ideal locations for families to meet and greet. My only complaint would be that the female toilet area needs better attending too and the supplies in the bathroom needs to be thoroughly checked. The eating and dining area just needs to be a little bit more tidy prior to when people take their seat. Overall wonderful experience and will definitely visit back again and again whenever in NC.
… moreJennifer Williams
I’ve been hearing great things about this place. Love that the halal sign is displayed on the door as you enter.
I got the western bacon burger with no tomato. There was a tomato on the burger and that is my only complaint. The bacon was the perfect consistency. The onion ring was crispy and the burger was cooked to perfection.
I asked the brother at the register what was his favorite and he said the western bacon and Cali melt! I will def try the Cali melt on my next visit!
10/10…I definitely recommend!!
… moreKiley Nines
This place is definitely getting added to my lunch stops. They were quick and efficient time wise between ordering and receiving our food. It also is amazing quality, the onions are crisp, the tomatoes are juicy, the pickles are crunchy, and the veggie patty was the perfect texture. I also got a Cinnamon Toast Crunch milkshake and it takes like they poured a cup fresh out of the box and blended it up with creamy goodness. They also added basically a single scoop ice cream cones worth on top. The Mac and cheese bites were also delicious, cheesy and gooey and crunchy all at the same time. My boyfriend got their fries and the chicken sandwich. The fries have a nice crinkle cut and melt in your mouth and are paired nicely with some Cajun seasoning. My favorite though has to be the paper folded around the sandwiches, it is perfectly folded to hold while eating. It also was only $32 for all of that, honestly a steal.
… moreRobert Dixey
Overall Score: 3.9/10 – A hit-and-miss experience with decent food but significant issues in service, ambiance, and overall execution.
Atmosphere and Service: 2.9/10 – The restaurant feels bland and lacks any cohesive theme, brand identity, or unique elements. The space was clean, but the overall vibe was unappealing, with no music and an almost unfinished feel. Basic details like empty napkin dispensers, no lids, and a beat-up ketchup dispenser added to the sense of neglect. Service was slow, with food taking a long time to arrive and cold fries further impacting the experience.
Pineapple Shake: 1.1/10 – A major disappointment. The shake had a bitter, unpleasant flavor, with the pineapple tasting off. This was not enjoyable and fell far short of expectations.
Bacon Cheeseburger: 6.5/10 – A solid burger with flavorful beef patties and an ample amount of crispy, real bacon. The balance was good, though the sauce was barely noticeable. While not extraordinary, the burger was enjoyable and priced reasonably for what was offered.
Philly Cheesesteak: 4.4/10 – The flavor was bold but overly salty, making it hard to enjoy after the first couple of bites. The taste started strong but quickly became overwhelming. While the price was okay, the balance of flavors could use improvement.
… moreJ L
First time ordering from cali burger. I was impressed the burgers were pretty good.The fries were cold but I did order through door dash and there were like twenty minutes away from my house.So that’s not on them. Got a burger for my dog too.And he enjoyed it. Thanks guys for good food.
… moreGreg
Visited once from out of town. Got a #6 jalapeno burger combo. No frills. Solid burger as is with toppings. Crinkle cut fries were excellent. Both fries and burger were very fresh. Combo cost $11 + tax. They do use Styrofoam which is not the greatest choice.
Restaurant was clean. Weird use of the internal space but nothing wrong with it. Staff were friendly.
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