Hi-Way Burger & Fry

I ordered a very basic, basic meal (minus a beverage): Cheeseburger and Broccoli Crowns.

I assumed that Broccoli Crowns were fried tempura broccoli. I think the "big backedness" in me assumed this. I had been longing for fried tempura broccoli every since the The Cheesesteak Shop took it off their menu.....lol. Yes, the Broccoli Crowns were picked and steamed to perfection. The seasoning tasted little to no salt and I was satisfied with this healthy side of my order.

The emphasis of the toasted sesame seed bun of my burger overshadowed the inside of my hamburger patty and all of its the veggies. I think I would have enjoyed the cheeseburger a little bit more if it was a double (or even a triple patty).

Now I understand why Super Duper Burger and Five Guys offer "Mini" and "Little" Burgers as their 1-patty burger!!!

A 1/4 lb. patty is the default in most places, and restaurants know that customers like myself crave for a STANDARD burger which is meaty (and sizable) enough to scarf down. Therefore, Super Duper and Five Guys offer an "inferior" product called "mini", or "little". When customers see this, they're like, "No way, I'm hungry....I need at least a decent, standard burger! If a 1 patty is considered a 'mini'.....give me a SUPER (2 patties).......You see, burger places are psyching us out. It's a conspiracy, I tell ya'...just kidding (but kinda true).

I felt this way after ordering the standard, Cheeseburger at Hi-Way. I got what I ordered and it was a decent burger. I couldn't recall any juicy, messiness...just a neatly smashed, and crisped patty. Keep in mind, I've pulled away from the Smash Burger patty phase since thin patties don't impress me.

The ambiance is this Noe Valley location is cozy. It feels like I'm tucked inside of a village. Hi-Way didn't have that burger or "diner" feel to it. It was rather unique and peaceful. The neighboring park made Hi-Way a good, low-key to get drunk off of broccolis and beers.

Overall, Hi-Way is a 3.5. If you come here for a burger, try getting at least a double.

Just moved to SF, decided to try Hi-Way Burger & Fry on my lunch break. I had a double cheeseburger with cheddar/bacon/no tomato/grilled onions. I also had the burger well-done (sorry hate seeing the pink in medium burgers lol) Burger was absolutely delicious. I love the thick slices of pickles, burger was juicy and had lots of flavor. I'm a big fan of sesame seeds, so I really liked the bun (tho a tad dry). I feel like there could have been more sauce on the burger, but they did give me a side of the secret sauce on the side which was nice. They also got all of my modifications correct (burger temperature, no tomato, etc) which shows how much they care and pay attention to the little details. A burger and fry were a bit expensive... It was definitely a meaty burger that filled me up though, so worth the $17 bucks I paid for it.

The fries were good, but not spectacular. They were crispy, but lacked some salt. I'm sure the garlic fries are the way to go, I just got the basic fries.

I ordered this burger and fry around 4:20pm and it was ready around 4:36PM (slightly earlier than the time I expected it which was 4:40 pm) The people behind the counter were friendly and got my order out to me fast. They also pointed me to where extra ketchup and napkins were. It was pretty empty and quiet when I went it, but I'm sure it could get more crowded in there because it's a smaller burger joint.

A big thing for me is that it looked clean in there as well! It definitely looks like they make sure to keep the place in order. Everything seemed to be organized. I really appreciate that! I can see how parking could be a pain, I was lucky enough to find parking across the street. Possibly ordering takeout is the best way to go if you are afraid to park your car/don't want to worry about the parking situation.

I definitely will be back and bringing friends!! So yummy!

While there's clearly no shortage of neighborhood burger joints dotting the entirety of SF, there was something different about Hi-Way Burger compared to all of the others. The reviews looked great, the photos looked even better, and the prices seemed more than fair. Of course, it also said a lot that Hi-Way Burger has two location (the other is in North Beach), which is always a good sign. After all, if that neighborhood burger joint is actually able to grow and call two neighborhoods home, then they're clearly doing something right!

Like so many of the other businesses and eateries in Noe Valley, this Hi-Way Burger is a rather quaint spot. In a lot of ways, it's rather simple - the kitchen is small in stature, though fine given their menu, and there's a small drink and condiment station, though there's a wealth of seating both inside and out. As for the aforementioned menu, it's pretty straightforward in its range of offerings, but it's no less appealing with its assortment of burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, sides, and ice creams/shakes. In short, just about what you might expect and yet, this place far exceeded my expectations!

-- CHEESEBURGER - Grass Fed Ground Beef Patty, Lettuce, Tomato, Choice of Cheese (Pepper Jack), and Secret Sauce on a Sesame Bun...$9.95
Not only did this look great, but it tasted awesome, too! The patty was juicy with a nice char, the cheese was melted well, and the veggies were fresh. I do wish the patty was meatier, but my biggest issue was with the bun - not bad, but a little bready and dry.

-- GARLIC FRIES with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Parsley, and Parmesan Cheese...$4.95
This was terrific! The fries were crispy and had a nice garlickiness that made its way throughout the entire mound of fries. What's more, there was a fair amount of cheese too, though I wish there was more of it (never not applies, to be fair).

-- ONION RINGS...$7.95
Not as good as the garlic fries, but not bad either. The onion rings were very crispy, tasted sweet, and didn't have that heavy greasy sensation with every bite. I just wish this came with some sort of dipping sauce, whether it be blue cheese or some ranch.

-- CALIFORNIA CLUB FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH - Fried Chicken Sandwich with Cheese (Pepper Jack), Crispy Bacon, and Avocado...$13.95
Despite most of the fried chicken losing its crispiness under everything, the edges were still great and the inside was really moist. I also liked how well the cheese and bacon complemented the chicken and the freshness the veggies added, but I had the same issues with this bun again.

As for what seemed to set Hi-Way Burger apart from so many other burger joints is that it checked off all of the points mentioned above and tasted just as good. What's more, it tasted as clean as it looked in the photos - none of that oily greasiness you might expect at a burger joint and it didn't leave me with that heavy sensation in my stomach when I was done. The bigger and more pleasant surprise, though, was how easy it was to find parking around here. Granted, none of my visits were during peak hours on the weekend, but I didn't expect to be able to essentially have my choice of where I wanted to park, including a bunch of non-metered spaces.

Aside from the buns, and the batty and onion rings to a certain degree, this was almost good enough to round up from FOUR AND A HALF STARS. Even with "just" four stars, though, Hi-Way Burger just might have shot its way up towards the top of my favorite burger joints. Of course, that's without even mentioning the complimentary pickles and jalapenos!

Delicious burgers! No frills, no fuss, just exactly what you're looking for if you're craving a burger. The fries taste like In n Out's to me.
Perfect to take to-go but if you need a quick bite, they have seating.

The burger here is a smash and it was juicy with flavor. The beer battered onion rings and cheese fries were delicious. I did get a shake with those fries which makes it a great combination. This is a good casual place grab good food in Noe Valley . This place does it my way, The Hi-Way.

Our first visit and their burgers did not disappoint!
We ordered a two cheese burgers, a regular hamburger, and their parmesan chicken sandwich.
My husband loved the chicken sandwich, he said it was flavorful and palatable.
My cheeseburger in lettuce wrap was perfectly full of fresh crunchy lettuce and it was the perfect balance.
Their hamburger with their toasted bun was thumbs up by my daughter as well.
Their fries were ok, not too flavorful.

Their decor was ok, it was a rainy day and I wished it was a little tidier and cleaner but not a big deal.

Their service was fast and cordial.

We were at the Irish pub down across the road and got hungry and walked over for a burger. Pretty quiet for a Saturday afternoon with plenty of seating inside which meant no line and order was up very fast! The best thing about this place is the menu is simple! No fancy options or additional toppings or anything else. A burger with 1 patty or 2. That's petty much the option. Makes it easy! And it tasted great! Also got a side of fries and onion rings which were both really good. I would definitely come back and try the chicken sandwich and get a shake. Reminds me of a mix between in n out and super duper.

There's also free pickles by the fountain drink.

Service was fast. The burger was great! If I could request anything, I would ask the cheese they use for the cheese fries be changed. It was more of a white cheese sauce. It tasted nice but the consistency was very thin and the cheese sauce pooled at the bottom.

Hi way burger has what my niece calls " the best American burgers I've ever tasted" it is a great burgers place and food comes fast. The service is really quick and the inside is nice for both pickup and dine ins

Never came here when we lived in the neighborhood, but was in the area and decided to try it out. Was very impressed by the burgers. Super yummy, tasted very fresh, the bun was excellent and I enjoyed the sweet potato fries. Looking forward to coming back and since now we have a baby it's an easy spot that's family friendly.