Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar brings chef-driven creativity to the classic American burger with locations across the Southeast and Colorado. Since opening in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2007, this upscale burger concept has built a loyal following for its customizable burgers, giant chopped salads, and signature Bad Ass Margarita.
The Menu
The centerpiece is the Create Your Own Burger, where diners choose from an extensive ingredient list including multiple cheeses, premium toppings like truffle aioli and pesto, and creative additions like poblano pepper mayo or wasabi mayo.
Signature burgers showcase the kitchen’s creativity. The Bad Ass Burger lives up to its name with two 7-ounce Angus beef patties, sharp cheddar cheese, buttermilk fried bacon, horseradish mayo, lettuce, tomato, and pickle. The Texican Burger packs serious heat with habanero mustard, chipotle-cayenne ketchup, jalapeño frites, jalapeño bacon, and pepperjack cheese. The Truffle Mushroom Burger features sautéed wild mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and creamy truffle aioli. The Patty Melt offers a classic with Swiss cheese, grilled onions, mayo, and Dijon on grilled rye.
Beyond beef, options include a Buffalo Burger with Monterey Jack and fried onion straws, Black Bean Burger with green chiles and avocado, Buffalo Chicken with blue cheese crumbles, and Cantina Chicken with buttermilk fried chicken, fresh mozzarella, and jalapeño bacon. The Daddy’s Philly features chopped Angus cooked with onions, mushrooms, jalapeños, and peppers, smothered in provolone on a hoagie roll.
Giant Chopped Salads start with your choice of greens and allow up to seven ingredients plus dressing. The Texican Salad tosses romaine with fried chicken, cilantro, black beans, tortilla strips, and corn in chipotle ranch.
Popular starters include Truffle Fries (hand-cut fries with truffle salt, Parmesan, and truffle aioli), Beer Cheese Queso (Monterey Jack infused with Bad Daddy’s Amber Ale and jalapeños), Fried Pickles, Deviled Eggs with bacon, and Wings tossed in BBQ, Buffalo, or Thai chili sauce. Housemade Potato Chips come with your choice of dipping sauce.
Desserts include OREO Cheesecake and Banana Pudding praised for its creamy texture. The drink menu features the famous Bad Ass Margarita, local craft beers on tap, housemade lemonades, and milkshakes. Daily specials Monday-Thursday include $4 house beers, well liquor, and wine.
Most burgers and sandwiches range from $10-16, starters $6-12, salads $10-14, and sides $3-7. Generous portions and quality ingredients provide solid value.
Reservation and Delivery Options
Bad Daddy’s operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not typically accept reservations, though larger parties can call ahead. Wait times vary by location, with weekends and dinner hours (6-8 PM) typically seeing 20-45 minute waits. The high-energy atmosphere and TVs make waiting at the bar a popular option.
Seating includes booths, tables, bar seating with kitchen or TV views, and outdoor patios at many locations. The restaurant welcomes families with a kids’ menu. Larger parties are accommodated with advance notice.
Delivery is widely available through Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub. Burgers arrive hot in insulated packaging, salads come with dressing on the side, and full customization is available through delivery apps. Takeout orders can be placed by phone or website.
Payment options include all major credit cards and mobile payments. Parking varies by location—suburban locations offer lots, while urban spots have street parking or nearby garages. Gluten-free buns are available at some locations, and extensive customization accommodates most dietary preferences.
Location, Hours & Getting There
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar has approximately 40 locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Colorado. The original location opened at 1626 East Boulevard in Charlotte’s Dilworth neighborhood in 2007. Founded by restaurateur Frank Scibelli and acquired by Good Times restaurant group in 2015, the chain has expanded throughout the Southeast and Colorado.
Key locations include:
Charlotte, NC (Dilworth Original) – 1626 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203 | Phone: (704) 714-9265
Raleigh, NC – 111 Seaboard Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604 | Phone: (919) 747-9163
Fort Collins, CO – 347 East Foothills Parkway, Fort Collins, CO 80525 | Phone: (970) 229-6060
Hours typically run Monday-Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM and Friday-Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM, though times vary by location. Check baddaddysburgerbar.com/stores or call ahead to confirm.
Customer ratings average 3.8 stars from over 13,500 Yelp reviews, with individual locations often rating 4-5 stars on Google and TripAdvisor. Diners praise burger quality, customization options, and friendly service.
For the Charlotte Dilworth original: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bad+Daddy’s+Burger+Bar+1626+East+Boulevard+Charlotte+NC
Most locations are in shopping centers or restaurant districts with good road access. Estimated dining time runs 45-90 minutes. To avoid crowds, visit 2-5 PM weekdays or before 6 PM weekends. The atmosphere features a modern sports bar vibe with TVs, energetic music, and casual dress. The Dilworth location’s quirky “door to nowhere” has become a local landmark.
