Nick's Hamburger Shop

4.7 ( 1045 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM See Hours
$1–10
427 Main Ave, Brookings, SD 57006, United States
+1 605-692-4324

Nick's Hamburger Shop, located at 427 Main Ave in Brookings, SD, is a cherished gem in the burger scene. With its fun, relaxed atmosphere, it invites guests to enjoy meals at the counter while taking in the vibrant energy of the place. Many patrons rave about the unique experience of watching their burgers being cooked fresh right before their eyes, setting the tone for a memorable dining adventure.

Reviews highlight the delicious, juicy burgers, with many recommending the smash burgers loaded with a variety of condiments. Patrons also enjoy the thick and creamy shakes, particularly the strawberry and chocolate options. Notably, the staff is frequently described as friendly and welcoming, creating a warm environment that evokes a sense of community and small-town charm.

Although some note the prices are slightly on the higher side, the quality of the fresh, real beef and the overall experience make it worth every penny. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Nick's Hamburger Shop is highly recommended for anyone craving great food and an inviting atmosphere.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Quick bite
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Nick's Hamburger Shop

Jan
Jun 24,2025
Fun burger place! My family had burgers, I ate pie. It all was great. Fun, relaxed atmosphere with stools at the counter.
Aaron Rieland
Jun 11,2025
Very cool spot. Unique space with good burgers. I like that they cook the burgers right in front of you. No fries, just chips. That's pretty cool. Give it a try if you are in town.
Mariana Pitlick
Jun 1,2025
What a fascinating experience! I ordered two smash burgers with full condiments and a strawberry shake. The food was fantastic! The burgers were tasty and the strawberry shake was full of flavor and very silky in texture. In addition, my server Derrick was very kind and welcoming. I enjoyed my experience at Nick’s Hamburger Shop!
Big Beautiful Traveling
May 23,2025
Great little hamburger joint. Been around for a very long time. Very friendly staff!! Super clean place. Their shakes are super thick and delicious!! I always enjoy coming here for a few burgers. Yes a little on the higher side for price...but the burgers are real berf and fresh made as you wait for them! Highly recommend stopping in for a coupke sliders! Totally forgot to take a few pictures of my meal. Guess I'll need to stopnin again very soon, to snap a couple pictures of my food.
Rich Panowitz
May 23,2025
Not only was this my first time at Nick's Hamburger Shop, but it was my first time in SD. Arrived the evening before and by the time I was settled in at the hotel Nick's was closed otherwise I would have gone twice. Nick's brings back the feeling of small town goodness where everyone knows one another. Luckily when I arrived there was a seat open. By the time I was leaving (just after noon), folks were waiting for a seat. Great little cheeseburgers. In my mind I could have eaten a dozen but I settled for a couple and an excellent chocolate malt. I wish I lived closer, I'd be here all the time. Already looking forward to my next trip to Nick's.
Snakeman4 games
May 14,2025
To say this is anything less than perfect would do a disservice to the entirety of Brookings, South Dakota. Perfect food. Perfect service. Perfect atmosphere. Perfect memories. This place is probably the most iconic place in Brookings history. It’s a community nexus. This place is older than 99% of people in Brookings and is going to hit its centennial anniversary in 2029 (4 years from what I’m writing this review). You KNOW I’m gonna be there when that happens.
Tim Arden
May 14,2025
This local joint serves up slider style burgers with a small town vibe around a retro counter that makes you really feel like a local (even though I wasn’t). To my right was an older fatherly figure getting his weekly burger fix and to my left was a family from Ohio who stopped in bc the mom wanted her kids to experience the place her own grandfather had brought her for burgers many years ago. Great nostalgia that may spark a memory even if you’ve never stepped foot inside before.
Victoria Jacobson
Apr 6,2025
Absolutely amazing food, employees, and vibe! Everyone was so friendly especially the older gentleman there. The price is a little more than I'd like to pay, if there were fries with the food for the total price we paid I think it would have been completely fair, but in no means am I complaining. It's definitely a local owned business and they have to set the price to match the costs. Definitely worth a try! It won't be our last time there.

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