Why locals point friends here

Fabulous Burgers leans into straight ahead comfort: smash style patties, toasted buns, and a pile of hot fries on the side. The board stretches far beyond a single “house burger,” so you can match a mood in seconds extra smoky, extra messy, or classic and clean. Breakfast plates and burritos roll all day at many times, and there’s plenty for folks who prefer turkey or veggie as well. Value meals and online ordering help when you’re juggling a busy day or a late shift.

Popular picks people talk about

The Colossal Burger (Pastrami topped): a Bakersfield favorite that piles warm pastrami over the patty with melty cheese. It’s big, salty savory, and very shareable if you pair it with fries.
Bacon Avocado Burger: crisp bacon, creamy avocado, and a tidy stack that eats juicy all the way through.
BBQ Burger: house BBQ sauce and two onion rings on top add crunch and sweetness. Great with a side of ranch.
Brunch Burger: bacon and a fried egg on a beef base hearty and perfect after a long morning.
Chili Egg Burger: a fork and knife situation with homemade chili and a sunny fried egg. Saucy and satisfying.

Craving something besides a burger? The hot griddle turns out patty melts, Philly cheesesteaks, pastrami melts, and smokin’ chicken sandwiches, plus baskets that travel well if you’re grabbing takeout.

The vibe

Think retro casual bright menu boards, a buzz from the grill, and a steady stream of regulars at all hours. Daytime brings families and workers on lunch break; late nights bring shift crews and travelers rolling off Airport Drive. Staff keep the line moving, the fryers humming, and the tables tidy. If you’re in a rush, the drive thru is the move; if you want to sit down, the booths give you a clear view of the kitchen rhythm.

How to order like you’ve been here for years

Start with a three item game plan:

Colossal Burger for the table split it in halves so everyone gets that pastrami hit.
One Bacon Avocado or Brunch Burger for contrast.
A basket of fries and onion rings to mix textures.

If you’re leaning lighter, swap in a turkey burger or veggie burger and keep the condiments simple. For a diner style fix, grab the patty melt with grilled onions. Late night? Pair a burger with a Fabulous Freeze or a fountain float, and you’re set for the ride home.

Brand snapshot

Fabulous Burgers traces roots back to 1973, with the Bakersfield shop carrying that family run DNA: fresh prep, daily ingredients, and a clean, friendly space. The pitch is simple feed the neighborhood well and keep pricing fair. That focus shows up in the add ons (onion rings, chili, bacon, avocado), the all day breakfast crowd, and the traffic through the drive thru at odd hours.

Why folks keep it in their rotation

Choice, speed, and comfort. You can go classic one visit and saucy the next, grab food after a shift, or bring the kids for a laid back dinner. The kitchen keeps the standards tight hot fries, toasted buns, burgers that hold together and the menu stays broad enough that no one feels boxed in. If your group mixes “pastrami on everything” fans with “plain cheeseburger” purists, everybody wins.

Fabulous Burgers on Airport Drive delivers pastrami stacked specials, bacon avocado classics, and all day comfort, with a 24/7 drive thru and friendly pricing that keeps Bakersfield coming back.