Burgers made with love since 1977.

A San Antonio original. Hand-pattied, griddled to order, and served the way Chris did it on Blanco Road.

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Our story

A neighborhood snack shop that became a San Antonio institution.

In 1977 Chris Madrid opened a small spot on Blanco Road. Nearly fifty years later the tostada burger, the cheddar cheezy, and the family behind them are part of the city's story.

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The Chris Madrids team outside the restaurant

Blanco Road, est. 1977

1977Chris Madrid's Tacos and Burgers opens in Beacon Hill.

1982Expands into the Alpine Ice House next door.

2012Chris Madrid passes away; the family carries on.

2017A fire closes the building; the food truck is born.

2019Reopens, same beloved character.

Madrids favorites

Full menu

Tostada Burger$10.95 / 14.95

Mama Madrid's refried beans, chips, onions & melted cheddar. Top it with fresh salsa.

Cheddar Cheezy$10.95 / 14.95

Everyone's favorite — melted cheddar with mustard, lettuce, tomato, onion & pickles.

Macho Nachos$6.95 / 12.95

Picadillo, homemade refried beans & cheddar. Jalapeños on the side.

The Gathering Place

Birthdays, team lunches, rehearsal dinners. Two light-filled rooms seat up to 100 inside and 44 on the covered patio, with a burger buffet for 30 or more.

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The Chris Madrids food truck at an event

Food Truck & Catering

We bring the griddle to you. Weddings, office parties, and school events across San Antonio.

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Madrids in the news

San Antonio Express-NewsThe burgers that define San Antonio Texas MonthlyThe 50 best burgers in Texas SA CurrentBest of SA: Best Burger

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