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The Balboa South

Chula Vista

4.7 (558) Smash Burgers $$
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This Chula Vista staple is celebrated for its massive burgers, including the towering Centennial, all served on buns baked fresh from scratch daily. Guests frequently highlight unique house-made offerings like 24-hour hand-cut fries, mazapan shakes, and spiked horchata as standout features of the menu. It remains a highly recommended local favorite known for its quality ingredients and personal touch from the owners.

Viewers are largely enthusiastic about the featured local businesses, specifically praising the large burgers, unique drinks, and salads while expressing a strong intent to visit. Despite this positive reception, some commenters raised concerns about kitchen consistency regarding burger temperatures and questioned the list's authenticity due to the omission of certain local favorites.

  • Order the Centennial burger for a towering, fresh-baked experience.
  • Try the 24-hour hand-cut fries and house-made mazapan shakes.
  • Specify your desired burger temperature to avoid consistency issues.
  • Sample the spiked horchata for a unique local drink twist.
  • Expect a personal touch from the owners at this Chula Vista favorite.

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MondayClosed
Tuesday3:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday3:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday3:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 8:00 PM

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