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Customer Reviews (73 reviews)
Jetbeech
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2009Good Greasy Burger! A Little Small. No Refills on a Coke....That's a Crime.. (more)
Katmar
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2009I'm really surprised at so many negative reviews. El Cap makes a great homemade burger. I think too many people have gotten used to fast food burgers and don't know a good burger when they get one. They are juicy, not... (more)
mandipandi15
on Citysearch May 28, 2009This little hole in the wall was a great date! My hubby and I are foodies, I will admit this. So, when he took me here I was apprehensive. The waitress was so nice and the burgers were just how we wanted them and the flavor... (more)
Kellyp
on Citysearch May 17, 2009I have gone to El caps for over 30 years and today was my last visit. Each time the burger gets smaller and the price gets larger. They actually now charge for lemon slices 25 cents with your over priced drink ( no free... (more)
samsonmydear
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2009we heard how good burgers were and ordered largest burger and basket of fries. we are not huge eaters and never eat at Wendy's, BK, McDonald's etc. but we like a good home cooked burger. when the meal arrived it was a... (more)
scottytheplumber
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2009I was born in St PETE in 1964 - my folks brought me here in the "early days", & it was a treat for my sisters & myself to visit then. We moved to California in 1978. I just returned home this year to live (FEB 2009) & started... (more)
BurgerPro
on Citysearch Jan 22, 2009This place is horrible. Call me stupid, but I went twice just to make sure I wasn't dreaming about this horrible burger experience. How this place has a reputation for having a good hamburger, I will never know. First,... (more)
AllaboutmeJ
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2008Bad....Just bad...Greasy fries....Greasy burgers...Dirty....Bad service...And whats up with charging for drink refills...Will never go back...And the prices....BADDDDDDDD (more)
notrodmot
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2008This is ther best SMALL burgerin own..horrible value for the size. Frank...why the refill chat=rge on the sodas? A $1.25 refill on a 10 oz glass is HORRIBLE!!! Most of the wair staff is friendly, but Frank needs a... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2008Go here! They grind their own hamburger meat daily. A St. Pete fixture for over 20 years- small place but you will leave satisfied- best burger in town. Check out their chicken wings too, you wont be sorry!... (more)
porty
on Citysearch Sep 17, 2008I lived in this town for an eternity without having an El Cap burger. I could live another eternity without one. As I drove past the other options on 4th St today, something drew me here- maybe all the times I was invited... (more)
amberlynn72
on Citysearch Sep 06, 2008I have been there at least 3 times...in the last 5 yrs. Once with my sister and a couple of times for takeout orders. Honestly, I am originally from San Francisco. The people in St Pete haven't a clue what good food is. I... (more)
whatithink0000
on Citysearch Sep 01, 2008I dont understand some of these reviews at all! How anyone can complain about the burgers here and the cost is beyond me! I'm not even much of a burger person so I almost didnt try one the first time I went. I'm so glad I... (more)
jenszin
on Citysearch Aug 03, 2008What a disappointment. We have been going here for years and it WAS the best....NO MORE. Burger with everything and fries, how hard could that be? The meat was grey in the center and tasted like the stuff you got back in... (more)
GrandPrix
on Citysearch Jun 17, 2008What a joke. Forget the hype. This dirty little grease pit has lousy service, lousy hamburgers and charges for refills. Oh, and the fries are nasty as well. And don't get me started on the cleanliness (or lack of) in... (more)
rcarp
on Citysearch May 22, 2008Juicy burger on a cheap bun makes this one of the best in the bay area. They grind their own meat daily which makes the difference. Their own recipe for the spicy mustard is outstanding but you have to make sure you order... (more)
burgerqueen1
on Citysearch May 11, 2008I have had many a burger and I must say, this is definately one of the best. They do charge for everything, but in this day and age I can accept that. For under $20 my husband and I had burgers, fries and beer... ICE COLD... (more)
belleairsailor
on Citysearch May 04, 2008Terrible !! After hearing about this place for years I decieded to try it yesterday. The burgers are hockey pucks, overdone, cheap buns, etc. The fries are limp and greasy, no soft drink refills and the cups are small.... (more)
heybabe3
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008Hey well i had a vistit at the famous EL CAP devine hamburger yummy well i read some of the reviews that was made and wow are some people dum have u ever heard of other coustmers? i mean waiters arent going to be able to sit... (more)
Crablegs
on Citysearch Apr 15, 2008We decided to check this place out after seeing that their burgers always seem to be listed near or at the top of any Best of the Bay type lists, and though we were in for a real treat. Eh, not so much. The place is dirty,... (more)
Hurriken
on Citysearch Apr 13, 2008This place looks like a cool little local joint that would have great burgers. Surprise! It is awful. Hamburgers are greasy and not very big. Service is terrible. Most alarming, the place in NOT clean. A couple people... (more)
DarbyMila
on Citysearch Mar 29, 2008This place is great if you like raw cheeseburgers and if you enjoy getting into a verbal confrontation with the manager. When I dared complain about my raw burger I was told to go to McDonald's. Nice. This place is... (more)
StPeteMadDog1661
on Citysearch Mar 29, 2008I used to be a loyal customer, but when it comes to burgers? Don't believe the hype. I went with a friend on a Saturday at 2PM after our workout: not only was our lunch extended to 90 minutes due to ineffectual service... (more)
ttownz
on Citysearch Jan 27, 2008IF your interested in an awesome hamburger,go to this place. the waiters are pretty bad but I am willing to forget that minor detail, for the best burger in fl. !!!!! (more)
jenirae3
on Citysearch Jan 11, 2008We went for the first time last night. The food was awful... there was no meat on the burger.... I should have just asked for a veggie burger... the fries? ugh... they were not good at all... the beer? Very good...... (more)
vgonzalez3
on Citysearch Nov 20, 2007This place does do good burgers, if not great. No they're not the mechanically premade mcD thing most people are used to. They serve a med-rare burger, hard to find nowadays.The fries are good, although I've had to... (more)
ccritelli
on Citysearch May 31, 2007The hamburgers are the best around!! You go there for the great food and not necessarly great service. They do not have changing tables or high chairs so be prepared. Great choice for burgers and great prices too!!!... (more)
kimmynparadise
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2007I've lived in the Tampa Bay area for over 20 years and have been going to El Cap the entire time. It's consistant~~that's the BEST review anyone can get! Yep. The burgers ARE greasy....that's part of the LUV! The... (more)
jmikes
on Citysearch Jan 22, 2007My wife and I went to this "burger" joint after we had heard it was the "best burger in the Tampa Bay area" as rated by a local free publication. As the saying goes, "you get what you pay for" (Free advice). The burgers were... (more)
marineruscg_99
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2006El Cap has the best burgers in the country. Several years ago I took a job in St Pete and bought a house a couple of miles from El Cap. During one of my 'local recon" jaunts I discovered El Cap. It's a small red brick... (more)
glent2006
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2006Good to see I'm not the only one that doesn't appreciate the place much. Last time I was there (last March when Chris and I came down to St. Pete) I saw a couple of cucarachas crawling around behind the counter. Sadly, I... (more)
garygatewood1
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2006If your looking for an under cooked tasteless slab of ground beef than this is the spot for you! Today was my first visit to the renowned "El Cap" restaurant and after reading this column several times I thought I was... (more)
sundayblader
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2006Was told this was the best hamburger joint around. A group of us found out this might have been in the past but things sure have changed. Very small burgers, terrible service and to boot for a small place they wouldn't... (more)
erik2590
on Citysearch Oct 16, 2006Rude, Rude, Rude. Asked him to split a bill down the middle and he threw a tantrum. First time in a very long time I did not leave a tip. Go here if you want to give your money to an unappreciative oaf.... (more)
babyblue
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2006I LOVEDDDDDDDDD It delious ,cheap, and good.you taste there hamburgers your mouth will melt your taste buds pop mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm !!!!!!!!!! And it has the best owner her name is mary jean there french fries are... (more)
steevoo_451
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2006The review of El Cap says it fresh grinds its beef daily. I am a former employee and know for a fact that this is not so. It is ordered in bulk from a wholesale distrubutor and left to sit in the walk-in for days dripping... (more)
shanti_21
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2006I drove all the way to El Cap from Tampa for a famous grouper sandwich.What I got for $6.75 was a tiny filet of whiting on a large sesame bun that did not come with any dressings or any sides for that matter.Furthermore,I... (more)
gourmetcajun
on Citysearch Jul 09, 2006MY HUSBAND AND I WERE GOING TO THE YANKEES/RAYS GAME AND DECIDED THE NIGHT BEFORE TO GO TO EL CAP. SO I LOOKED IT UP ON THE INTERNET AND READ THE REVIEWS. WE ALMOST DIDN'T GO TO EL CAPS--THANK GOODNESS WE DID. THE FOOD IS... (more)
highcountrybumpkin
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2006Drove down from Palm Harbor based on one of the older reviews. I would have to say things have changed! Service and food was below average. It reminds me of the restaurant that was sold and the new owners are trying to get... (more)
food58
on Citysearch Feb 07, 2006El Cap used to be a great place for a burger. No LONGER! It is unbelivable to me that this place is still rated period! Burgers are small, help is rude. It used to be really crowded when I drove by, now it is rare that the... (more)
ccullen
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2006It has been quite a while since I last went. I have children and the fact that they do not have high chairs or booster seats is a HUGE turn off for me. I also find it irritating to pay extra for any condiments you would like.... (more)
denmar68
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2005We ordered 2 burgers, fries, wings and beers. All for under twenty bucks! The burgers were kinda small, but very tasty. I should have gone with the half pounder. Fries were pretty good, I prefer McDonalds fries,... (more)
asm775
on Citysearch Oct 08, 2005The burgers are GREAT in that 50's kind of way! If you're expecting a fancy burger, this is not the place. But if you want an old school, greasy cheeseburger - you can't beat it! I've also ordered the philly cheesesteak... (more)
bean7879
on Citysearch Aug 11, 2005First of all, if you are going to take temperatures on your burgers, than they should be cooked that way. Medium rare cooked to Well done. Also, the burger was quite a bit average at best. The bun seemed like a Wonder... (more)
mricehouse62
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2005Give me a break, how does this place get rated #1? Come on people, you have Hardees at what #5, does anyone know what good food is? who decides on these rating? Give me a break. (more)
jayev33
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2005I, like everyone else had heard of "great burgers", but at El Cap, it is not the case. The burger was small and weak. The fries were below average and for a place as highly recommended as this place, I was extremely... (more)
windawee
on Citysearch Jul 21, 2005This place has been around since I was a kid! (I'm 40 now) Even though I don't live in St. Pete anymore - its the FIRST place I go! No its not fancy! Heck its probably not even healthy! Go else where for that stuff! The... (more)
babsevans
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2005El Cap is where you go in St. Pete to get a good burger, cold beer and some fries all for under $10! Where else can you do that? This place is a sports bar so expect to see TV's everywhere - however - they aren't overpowering... (more)
johnnycake1804
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2005The burger here is all about the juice. I can see how if you don't like your burger to be juicy, it may not be your style. The atmosphere with all the memorabilia is great, and the employees are always friendly. I can tell... (more)
markbaby
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2005The burgers at pasadena grill kick sand in the faces of el cap burgers. Beware these monsters are only served between 11 am to 3 pm. pasadena grill is a small dark and smokey bar located on pasadena blvd. and park. For 4... (more)
hoosier1401
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2005I agree with one of the other reviewers that this was a pretty standard, small, burger. Nothing special. My bun was small and soggy. It was a bit below my threshhold for grunginess - even though I am pretty liberal where... (more)
patfla
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2005El Cap has the best hamburgers in the Tampa Bay area. They have a great flavor and they are really big. Nothing like a good burger (more)
georgeheppelle
on Citysearch May 09, 200550 years ago I loved burgers at Friendly's - these are pretty close to what I remembered. (more)
jakedad
on Citysearch May 06, 2005If you are looking for a "boutique burger" don't come here. If you love the taste of the old-style burger (cheese a plus) then this is the place for you. And the chili is also great. It is also a place where friends go to see... (more)
lilidmh
on Citysearch Mar 15, 2005el cap's is by far the best burger joint in the bay area!! in st. petersburg it's el cap's for the best and chattway's is the next best burger joint. =^,^= lilidmh (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2004<b>In Short</b><br>A family-owned and run business for more than 24 years, this local legend grinds its own hamburger meat daily. The casual restaurant holds about a 100 hungry visitors. There are 18 TVs inside and... (more)
oldshaman
on Citysearch May 08, 2004Everything served is fresh in the door everyday. The grouper is the best in the bay, as all on the menu is, due to the dilligence of owner on this point. The best ingredents plus the daily freshness makes the El Cap the... (more)
blairjill
on Citysearch Apr 24, 2004if you like shrivled up regular ground beef burgers ...then El Cap is the place. Atmosphere is 1950,s old family tavern. You are lucky if your burger is the size of a hockey puck. Even the roll is plain generic hamburger... (more)
kaliena
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2004El Caps has been around for a long time, true. I have long heard of the great hamburgers. I have to report the rumors are quite a fabrication. These hamburgers are SMALL and served on a white bread biscuit roll. They... (more)
fya
on Citysearch Oct 22, 2003The owners must be writing these reviews. Worst burger, worst service and almost worst location. It is a a dump of bar trying to be something it is not. (more)