The Thurman Cafe
Burger Joint and American Restaurant$$$$
Columbus
"The Thurman burger is great!"(12 Tips)
"Check out Thurman Cafe as seen on Man vs Food"(4 Tips)
"Gotta try the thurminator!"(3 Tips)
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AlainOctober 18, 2012If it happens you're in Columbus therman cafe is the place to be! Mouthwatering burgers, friendly staff and the best part of it is the Dollar Bills all around the place! Got the chance to do one!
Jeremy MyersApril 3, 2017Best burger in Columbus. If you want quality and want to be full for the next week, get the Thurman Burger or Thurmanator.
Avery JenkinsJune 6, 2011Get the Thurmanator Burger!!! It's the Best Burger around and it's piled high to the Sky. Its by far one of the biggest burgers out there and its an incredible accomplishment if you finish it. Eat up!Upvoted Feb 2
Bentley CordelNovember 16, 2014The public transportation directly to the restaurant can be limited and parking can be chaotic. Try Lyft. First ride FREE* We are in the area. Use promo code #NOlyNOft for your free ride up $25.
Condé Nast TravelerAugust 4, 2016Stop by the rustic Thurman Café, serving over-the-top burger masterpieces dripping with egg yolk and melted cheese. Read more
Nuno CristinoSeptember 8, 2019The burgers were pretty good. Although the first one was a bit overlooked. Service however it’s very friendly. Have to admit, I’ve expected more for one of the best burger places in Columbus
Kate RhoadesSeptember 13, 2011The whole building was constructed primarily with hamburger meat. Eat the whole thing for a chance to win a live baby dolphin. Served with slaw and a drink.
Burger with egg was great. Stopped here before the Blue Jackets game and I will be back.
Patrick LesterFebruary 17, 2012The burgers are legendary, but resist the temptation to come here with ALL of your friends. The waits can be insane for large groups. If you keep your group small you might snag a spot at the bar.
Aaron TomichOctober 13, 2015The wait to be seated is well worth your time! The variety of burgers is absolutely incredible, and the quality is the best in the city.
Delicious burgers and fries! Great beer selection too. To avoid a wait, go later in the evening on a weeknight.
Jon AdamsMarch 31, 2013This is absolutely the BEST burger I have ever had, this coming from a burger aficionado and connoisseur. Try the Blazin Burger if you like some spice.
Khalid AlabdulghfourJanuary 2, 2013Try the A1 Burger: 3/4 pound burger with fried & raw onions, mushrooms, lettuce, & cheese in a bun. AWESOME!
Hamid Alan9aryDecember 13, 2023A good option for burger 🍔 It’s thick and juicy how it should a burger should be 😋
Stacy Bo BacySeptember 24, 2020The burger was ridiculously big; I couldn’t comfortably fit it in my mouth. Thai-flavored chicken wings are highly recommended.
Wes CrowFebruary 16, 2015What a sleeper. You'd have no idea what great food this place has if someone's didn't tell you. A delicious German Village secret.
Mike SmithMay 4, 2014Try not to eat for a day before you come to Thurman's such a huge burger. I suggest the Macedonian
Sharon WiseJuly 9, 2013One of the best hamburgers I've ever waited an hour for...well worth the comfortable wait!! Small place...Big taste!!!
Nicole KirchJuly 6, 2010Best burger place in Ohio, hands down. Was shown on the travel channel's "Man vs. Food" for their huge Thurminator burger. Come prepared to wait about an hour + for a table and have the burger of yo
Will SchollJune 13, 2013The Jason Burger - fried egg, bacon, salami, mozzarella, cole slaw, and fries. Best burger I've ever had.
Liz GoldsmithAugust 23, 2011Come for lunch during the weekday for virtually no wait time and up to par service :) much better then our Saturday lunch time experience!
Patrick YancyFebruary 27, 2014Just do yourself a favor and get the sloppy fries. Whatever else you order will be awesome too.
Jessica WSeptember 12, 20129 times out of 10, the service isn't friendly and the wait is atrocious... But once that glorious burger touches your tongue, you forget the rest!
Logan SandovalMarch 31, 2012The Thurman burger...best burger ever, and I've been around. Well worth any wait...oh and there WILL be a wait
J EmmJune 18, 2011The wait time around lunch is crazy long, but you can order your food to go and the wait time isn't as long. Amazing mushroom burger!- Berlin & Co. JerseyMay 22, 2014Cheeseburger deluxe good reminded me of an old school homemade burger. Decor was old, lighting was dark. Not kids Friendly. Return: Maybe Food/Quality: 7.5 Staff/Service: 7 Decor: 5
Travel ChannelAugust 11, 2011This place has 18 types of burgers, but one isn't on the menu: a burger created for the Arnold Schwarzenegger Bodybuilding Competition: the Thurmanator. --Adam Richman, Man v Food Nation
Discover OhioNovember 8, 2011This German Village café has brought the Travel Channel to town for the Thurmanator twice to film episodes of “Man vs. Food” and “101 Tastiest Places to Chow Down”
Cherie Hitchcock BurnettAugust 10, 2011They have the BEST burgers I have ever had. We were there on vacation, My husband says that I'm a Thurman snob now because I don't want any other burgers but we live in KS : (
Dan MillerOctober 2, 2010Jonnie burger makes the wait well worth it. No vegetarian options though,mainly because vegetarians are dumb and this place is awesome.
Safelite AutoGlassJanuary 16, 2012Best burgers in town! For the ultimate challenge, get the Thurman Burger. - Suggested tip from Jennifer K., Associate
Nick ReithSeptember 20, 2011The Thurman Burger is the tastiest burger I've ever had. Some of the best beef I've ever tasted.
J.C. DavisJuly 17, 2011hot wings+coney dog+rad shroom burger. u will NOT regret it. Ps don't forget the $4 brown bombers;)
- A1 Burger lived up to its name.....Cajun wings were just so so....
- Allison EllerbrockJune 25, 2011Gotta try the thurminator! It's huge! Was on man vs food. If you can finish...you are awesome
Patrick MccolganAugust 20, 2011The biggest burger you will ever eat, hands down! Roast Beef Stack is my favorite
NatashaFebruary 24, 2012Their burgers are decent. They are huge hamburger patties. You will most definitely be full after eating here.
Danielle @DanielleDuncanAugust 14, 2014Do not eat here, it's dirty, dusty & I kid you not had worms on my burger & friend's burger. We cut them in 1/2 to try the different types & when I went to eat saw green squiggly worms! Stay away :(
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- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(614) 443-1570
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