Best Hidden Gems Restaurants in Avalon Park
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
That's A Burger
Turkey-and-salmon-forward burger lineup with fresh-cut fries as the standard side.
Notable Picks
8.6
A South Side classic with a menu that leans hard into turkey, salmon, and beef burgers cooked to order, plus fresh-cut fries that are part of the appeal. The best move is keeping it focused—one signature burger and fries—so you get the full hot-off-the-griddle payoff without a scattered order.
Must-Try Dishes:
Turkey Burger, Salmon Burger, Whammy Burger (Beef)
What Makes it Special: Turkey-and-salmon-forward burger lineup with fresh-cut fries as the standard side.
8.3
A smoke-and-fire focused South Side counter spot built around non-pork barbecue, with brisket and smoked wings leading the reliability lane. The best move is a tight plate built around one smoked main plus a couple of hearty sides, where the textures stay cohesive and the seasoning reads clean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brisket bowl, Smoked chicken wings, Brisket baked beans
What Makes it Special: Non-pork BBQ with brisket-forward plates built for repeatable takeout.