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Betty's Burgers

1000 41st Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
831-475-5901
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Ranked #35 of 215 restaurants in Santa Cruz
Cuisines: American, Hamburgers
Dining options: After-hours
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Felton, California
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199 reviews 199 reviews
79 restaurant reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Good burgers and sides. Kinda like a 50's or 60's kinda place. Can get crowded and noisy fast. Food was tasty and menu varied. OK place if you aren't expecting a great dining experience.

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Hollister, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Yummy big burgers, amazing sweet potato fries. Give up mcdonalds and try bettys..only downside is not enough parking.. but food is plentiful, delicious,and a fun environment

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Denver, Iowa
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53 reviews 53 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

this is a 50's retro style restaurant. the food is pretty good but the milkshakes are awesome! it is within walking distance from the shore area depending on which part of Santa Cruz you are in. there is also one downtown in the prime shopping area.

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Vacaville
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

As far as burgers go, this tasted like it was "healthy." Didn't feel yucky after we ate. The sweet potatoe french fries were awesome. Will definately go back. Go Betty!

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Monterey, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I ordered the Mad Mex. It was a half pound burger and it was perfectly cooked. The quantity of guac, cheese and lube was the perfect quantity. It was just great. The bun was amazing. It was unlike any other. It was just the best. Even better than in and out!

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Littleton, Colorado
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9 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013 via mobile

Stopped in for dinner with my four young kids and extended family. Good burgers and fries. Menu item titles were sexually suggestive like "Betty on top", "bareback wrap" and "rough and ready salad". The sauce on the burgers is called "lube". Tasty but sick!!! Wall decor includes vintage posters for topless night clubs, etc. that show women's exposed breasts and... More

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Santa Rosa, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Had a great turkey burger and sweet potato fries. Ate with several other people who all enjoyed their meals.

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seaside, ca
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35 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013 via mobile

Good food, good atmosphere, nice people, very clean, quick service, all good here at this burger joint.

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Santa Cruz, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Great classic burgers, shakes and fries make Betty's a cool place to have a bite. Classic rock and interesting interiors make all three Betty's in Santa Cruz, Capitola and Downtown fun. Restaurant is clean, food is generous and fresh.

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Santa Cruz, California
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9 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Been here a few times and it gets worse every other time. Inconsistent burgers. I liked the salmon burger but after eating it over on 41st... um never again!!! Afraid to eat it again here... The Texas 2-step is my go-to and the last time I had it, the burger itself was overcooked and it just didn't taste all that... More

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