Best Late Night Burgers Restaurants in Pleasanton (94566)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen
Craft cocktail expertise meets elevated pub food with a 600-whiskey collection
Notable Picks
8.4
Downtown Pleasanton's craft cocktail destination doubles as a serious burger spot, with the Baron Burger arriving on a brioche bun alongside addictive duck fat fries. The covered patio and 600-whiskey selection make this a neighborhood hub for both food and drink enthusiasts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baron Burger, Duck Fat Fries, Short Rib Birria Tacos
What makes it special: Craft cocktail expertise meets elevated pub food with a 600-whiskey collection
8.1
A Pleasanton institution since 1978, this charcoal-grill sports bar serves half-pound burgers cooked to order with serious char. Known locally as 'The Shine,' it combines 15 TV screens, pool tables, and nightly comfort food specials with genuinely good burgers that locals have trusted for over 45 years.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sunshine Burger, Bacon Avocado Burger, Charbroiled Patty Melt
What makes it special: Real charcoal grill producing authentic flame-kissed burgers since 1978
Worthy Picks
Downtown sports bar known for a short-rib and chuck grind that anchors several burger builds, from a jalapeño-pepper jack number to a bacon-ringed tailgater. Friendly service and plenty of screens make it a casual late session with friends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tailgate Burger, Philly Cheese Steak Egg Rolls, Buffalo Wings
What makes it special: Gastropub quality food in a family-friendly sports bar atmosphere