What makes Crazee Burger different from other burger spots?

They're not just slinging basic beef—you can get burgers made with camel, elk, alligator, venison, boar, and even turducken. The creativity doesn't stop at the meat either; they pair each with distinctive sauces (like curry on the camel burger) and unique toppings. If you want weird done right, this is your North Park spot.

Is there parking nearby?

The spot is on 30th Street in North Park, which has street parking available, though it can get tight during peak dinner hours. Arrive early or come during lunch if parking stress isn't your thing.

Yeah, it's totally kid-friendly with outdoor seating and a casual vibe. That said, the menu leans adventurous, so your kids might stick to the classics while you go full carnivore on the elk burger.

What should I order on my first visit?

Start with one of their specialty burgers—the camel with curry sauce and elk burger are crowd favorites—and get the crispy fries on the side. The sliders are good but pricey at $19 for 3, so go for a full-size burger unless you're testing multiple meats.

Do you have vegetarian options?

They offer vegetarian options including the Nopal burger (cactus-based), so non-meat eaters aren't totally out of luck, though this place is built for carnivores.

Is there a good beer selection?

The draft list is enormous with solid craft selections, which pairs perfectly with the heavy, unusual burgers. If you're into beer, there's plenty to explore while you're here.

Do you take reservations?

No confirmation found on reservations—call ahead to check, but expect to walk in and order at the counter for a casual experience.

What's the best time to visit to avoid a wait?

Lunch hours tend to be less packed than dinner, especially on weeknights. Weekends and evenings draw crowds wanting to try the exotic meat selection, so plan accordingly.

Crazee Burger — Restaurants in North Park, San Diego

“Crazee Burger does exactly what its name promises: burgers from animals you've only seen at the zoo, served without apology on 30th Street.”

While Tribute Pizza a few blocks down leans on wood-fired precision and Neapolitan technique, Crazee Burger takes the opposite approach — this is pure maximalism, a menu that reads like an exotic game preserve and tastes like somebody dared the kitchen to make it work. Camel with curry sauce. Elk with wild mushrooms. Kangaroo, antelope, alligator — all smashed onto griddles in a dining room that knows better than to compete with what's on the plate.

The genius here is that novelty doesn't tank quality. The patties are properly smashed, crispy-edged, and paired with sauces that actually complement the protein instead of masking it. The elk burger gets earthy mushrooms. The camel gets curry. The turducken — yes, turducken — gets cranberry. It's theme-park meat executed with pub fundamentals, and it works because the kitchen respects both the gimmick and the craft.

Fries come crispy and well-seasoned, a rarity at burger joints banking on menu spectacle. The tap list runs deep into San Diego craft territory, which makes sense in a neighborhood that still takes its beer seriously. Outdoor seating along 30th Street is ideal for people-watching between bites of something you'll definitely Instagram.

Downsides: slider pricing runs steep for the portion ($19 for three), and quality can wobble across the more exotic options — not every wild game patty lands with equal impact. Stick to the hits: camel, elk, boar, venison. Skip the misses and you're golden.

This is North Park's answer to the question nobody asked but everybody wants answered: what if a burger spot committed fully to the bit and still delivered on fundamentals? The answer is Crazee Burger, where the novelty is real and the burgers are better than they need to be.