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That's A Burger
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8301 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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That's A Burger 8.6
Avalon Park
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Comfort Food Classics Solo Dining Sanctuaries Hidden Gems Heaven
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)
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 8 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.9 Atmosphere: 6.7 Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Turkey-and-salmon-forward burger lineup with fresh-cut fries as the standard side.
Who should go: Burger loyalists who like turkey and salmon options.
When to visit: Early dinner for the shortest wait.
What to order: Turkey Burger; Salmon Burger; Whammy Burger (Beef).
Insider tip: Go one burger + fries—skip extra mains so it stays hot and tight.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Mostly street parking in the neighborhood; easiest move is to park on the nearest side street and walk a minute—plan a little extra time on weekend evenings.
Dress code: Very casual—hoodies, tees, and jeans all fit perfectly.
Noise level: Low to moderate—easy to talk, but it can get lively during the dinner rush.
Weekend wait: 20-40 min during peak hours (faster if you order ahead for pickup).
Weekday lunch: 0-15 min most days; shortest waits before the noon rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—this is a burger-first menu; if you don’t eat meat, your best bet is fries and sides rather than a true veggie-burger experience.
Vegan options: Not ideal—fries may work, but there isn’t a clearly vegan-focused burger option.
Gluten-free options: Possible with modifications—ask for a burger without the bun and keep it simple; cross-contact is still likely in a burger-and-fries kitchen.
Best For
Better for: Cooked-to-order turkey and salmon burgers that actually feel like signature options (not afterthoughts), plus fresh-cut fries that hit best hot and immediately.
Consider Alternatives If: Skip if you need lots of vegan/vegetarian choices or you’re looking for a sit-down, full-service burger night—this shines most as a focused, fast comfort-food stop.