Chris Madrid's Nachos & Burgers
- Price Range: $
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Private Lot, Street
- Attire: Casual
- Good for Groups: Yes
- Good for Kids: Yes
- Takes Reservations: No
- Delivers: No
- Take-out: Yes
- Waiter Service: No
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Outdoor Seating: Yes
- Good for: Lunch
- Alcohol: Full Bar
25 Reviews for Chris Madrid's Nachos & Burgers
It is alright... Nothing fancy what so ever. I know its made out to be some glamorous burger place, but the end of the day a burger is still a burger. I thought is was overpriced, especially when I have to serve myself.
I had read an article that if you are only in San Antonio for one night, to eat at Chris Madrid's. So we did, sorta. My 4 year old was passed out in the back seat after a long day at SeaWorld, so we drove up and I hopped out, grabbed a menu, and proceeded to firm up our order in the car.
I waited on line for about 30-35 minutes , but once my order was placed, it was cooked and handed to me in a jiffy. 10 minutes later we were back at the hotel with a tostada burger, my husband's macho piggy something or other (with bacon), and a macho fry. I'm not sure why others are complaining about the fries, I thought they rocked! And the macho can feed 4 people easily.
The tostada burger was really outstanding, and wow that's a great combo of nacho and burger. Sorry hubby missed out on the atmosphere, but at least he got to taste the burger.
Can't wait to get back to San Antonio for another tostada--yum!
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Chris Madrid's is pretty cool. The burgers and prices are pretty good and for a place that has limited parking area, it has a decent amount of seating areas inside.
If you decide to order the macho burger, make sure to bring plenty of people to help you out with it! That thing's huge!
Off the subject real quick: what's up with the name on this listing??? I'm glad I'm not the only one who noticed that 'Chris' and 'Madrid' were switched. Lol
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It's OK, as far as big burgers go. I'd like it if they had something to go along with their burgers, like fries and a drink. For what it is, it's kind of expensive to just get a big honkin burger. I know other burger places who do it better.
Oooh.. Chris Madrids. :) This place is very cool. I have eaten the Macho a few times. The burgers are huge. If you want a good, greasy burger, this is your place. Its hot, juicy and will get all over you if you are not careful. It is definitely a place to hit up to eat if you looking for a good burger joint in San Antonio.
I would do anything for a Chris Madrid's Nacho (or whatever it's called..the one with the tortilla chips and beans that will make you really fat and give you a premature heart attack) right now! Their burgers are big and so so good. Come here if you want something filling, fatty, and cheap, mmm sounds good.
It took us a while to get here with all the road work and construction (reminded me of downtown Austin) but the twists and turns were worth the food! Hungry after a lacrosse game double header we staggered in and lined up to place our order.
The Nacho Burger was amazing--a hamburger with refried beans (hey--extra protein!), chips, cheese and salsa (nachos--get it?) and all the trimmings. The meat was juicy, perfectly cooked and delicious served on a warm bun. Unlike a previous reviewer my fries were great and there were lots of 'em! Unless you're "Mad Dog" the 300 pound guy who runs the conditioning program for the UT football team--do not order the Macho burger--seriously. It can feed a family of four.
There is a full bar and the atmosphere is "festive casual" with locals, families, and big groups. The tables are large so you most likely will share a table which is sometimes fun and...sometimes not.
PS~I don't know why this shows up as Madrid's Chris Nachos & Burgers--the name is Chris Madrid's....don't know how to get that fixed on yelp...does anyone?
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Chris Madrid's burgers are awesome but so are their nachos and hot sauce. Seriously, go and get their nachos sometime they are tasty. I still think about them and it's one of the few place I miss in San Antonio. Like others have said they have a great patio and the parking really sucks. But those roads over in that area are pretty bad anyway construction wise. They have cheap beer too.
I'm going to keep this simple. Their burgers are awesome and I'm not sure of a better place to get nachos then here. So if you've never been there go now. Be careful around lunch time and weekend dinners because this place is hoppin. Enjoy the burgers
This is a very very cool texas joint. Seriously I cant think of any place that I have had a better burger. If you like cheese burgers give this place a try. I didnt get the french fries I went for the nachos instead which I loved. Great texture. More like a tostada with cheese and beans. Great salsa. Boy did I like it.
Awesome burgers, but the fries suck. If you've a large appetite, you can order a macho or even a double macho and Chris makes great salsa. Their tea is brewed fresh and they leave it out so you can get your own refills and not have to go up front where the huge line to order ends. Their patio is nice and fairly good sized, but occasionally there're these weird cats wandering around looking for handouts. The parking situation is atrocious especially right at noon, so watch out. Oh, and the margaritas are only "okay," so don't get one unless you need to.
This is my number one burger followed by Burger Tex in Austin and number three might be Monument Cafe in Georgetown. Can you tell I've tasted a lot of burgers???? Used to come here all the time when I worked in San Antonio. I always get the cheddar cheesy - SO GREASY and SO GOOD. The cheddar melts over the patty and lovingly surround the sandwich in little puddles of yellow. I love the homemade fries - they come out so fresh and hot. They need salt but that's not a problem. I usually salt 'em and dip in the fresh salsa. OH MY. I don't know if there is anything yummier. Bad thing is that you tend to smell like Madrid's when you leave but that could be a good thing, I guess, to remind you of the deliciousness consumed. It's definitely a joint and you might have to wait in line awhile at lunch time. The wait is absolutely worth it!
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Whenever I come home to San Antone, Chris Madrid's is my very first stop. There are burgers piled high with refried beans, nachos to-die-for, chalupas, great french fries, and tons of t-shirts to take home-- one is even in Japanese. Go figure!
This institution has been servin' folks for decades, and my cousin even had her wedding brunch here. This is a family favorite, and great for the whole family.
I first heard of Chris Madrid's when I was working in Michigan. Was at dinner with a couple colleagues who discovered they had both worked in San Antonio in the past. They were talking food and one of them mentioned Chris Madrid's. When they realized they had both eaten there they both jumped up, started pointing at each other and whelping, high-fiving each other, etc. I think they even bumped chests.
So was it that good to warrant such a reaction? Well, I don't know that any restaurant could make me behave that way. But the tostada burger was unique and definitely very very good. It had nacho chips in it, which gave it a nice crunch. I was only in SA for one night and I'm glad I made the trip from Riverwalk to try it (only a 10 min drive).
Bought a Chris Madrid's t-shirt in Japanese too. The lady I bought it from said her brother (the owner?) had been to Japan and so goes the shirt.
alright, not one bad thing to say here. (any San Antonio local can tell you the same) the cheese burger actually has TONS of cheese, ahhh, imagine that. (huge portions as well) this is a prime example of texmex at its finest, i recommend the nachos to anyone, with jalapenos on the side, they aren't complicated over done/ over the top nachos (which annoy the hell out of me) don't get me wrong, they don't skimp you its just, well.....they are perfect bean and cheese nachos, I've never been more serious-perfect amount on each little chip. quite meticulous actually. one of the best burger places in town easily.
(p.s.- its Chris Madrids, not Madrids Chris)
Ummmmm.....Burgers......
I'm a San Antonio native, but believe it or not, I just recently made my first trip to Chris Madrid's. It was everything I was hoping for and more.
I was forewarned not to order my burger "macho" which means, loosely translated, "a big-ass burger." I ordered their regular cheeseburger, and lo and behold, it was also quite large. Everything about the burger was perfect. It was juicy, flavorful, and satisfying. My group ordered some fries and onion rings, and even though we were completely stuffed, it was the most satisfying overeating experience I can remember.
The atmosphere is a little rowdy, but not in a bad way. The place is delightfully (and no doubt intentionally) tacky, and the seat yourself environment lends itself to large groups.
Is Blanco still all messed up? If so, borrow a truck and get to Chris Madrid's quick. Order the Tostada Burger. Don't order it "macho", unless you are a maniac. Be prepared to stand in line for a while if its dinner time on a weekend.
Really good burgers. Big ass burgers. Yummy. Downside is that they don't serve bacon on their burgers and no onion rings. Did you read that? "NO ONION RINGS!" I am curious to try their nachos.
Update - I tried the nachos. Nothing special. Filling but not all that. Also, there is now a bacon burger. I don't think I will go back but it was fun while it lasted. I will stick with Chester's and Order Up.
I am in pursuit of the ultimate burger; this is a tough quest. I want good and great; I want quality and sea salt! Chris Madrid's is good but it is not great. i adore sea salt to properly give your burger more flavour and good quality beef in a burger
Chris Madrid's burger are well cooked; you ask for well done and you get what orderered. the authentic environment helps to make your experience unique. but i was not taken away with anything in particular. I need the wow factor and while the food was good it was not great. the fries were disappointed; they were not crispy.
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huge burgers smothered in greasy cheddar........goodness.
bar across the way, good margaritas.
very popular with the locals.
p.s
texans have good taste ;)
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Really really good burgers, the cheddar cheesy (regular, not macho) is my fav along with some bean and cheese nachos. Be prepared to feel like a heffer when you leave though!
as friends of the madrids, i may be biased, but my family has eaten here since forever and it's probably my favorite joint of all time. it's an amazing place to hold parties, grab lunch or hang out with a beer for a casual night out. the nachos and burgers and atmosphere can't be topped.
The burgers are per usual burgers, except greasier, cheesier (if you choose). A great price for a filling burger. They have gigantic patties and they pile on pounds of cheese. I had the jalapeno burger and that was good (w/o cheddar). I'd definitely go there for a quick and affordable meal. Very homey feel. Other than that, its just another greasy burger, nothing too special.
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Quite possibly the BEST BURGERS IN TOWN! Actually, I've only had one other burger that was better and that sadly was at a small restaurant in Mississippi. so, of all of the places I've eaten around the world and US, this is the best in Texas and the 3rd best in the Nation. In-N-out Burger is second on my list and I can't wait until they come to Texas one day. The best thing about the burgers at Chris Madrid's is the taste, the way they melt that heaping pile of cheese on your burger, and the nachos. Their fries are ok, but I don't like that style. They are a little blan- could definitely be better. The set up of this restaurant is really cool and fun. You can sit outside too. There is always a line but that's because it is so good. Definitely not your average burger joint!
I have loved this place since I was a teenager and continue to eat here when we are in SA. My husband loves the burgers, says they are better than in NYC which is a compliment, but then he hasn't had one of Chris' super margarita's with a 21 burger!
A SA staple with great atmosphere!
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