Here’s Everything You Should be Eating at The Habit Burger Grill right now!
Santa Barbara-born burger chain, The Habit Burger Grill has been going strong since 1969 and now has more than 350 restaurants and counting. What’s their secret? It’s all in the char, with burgers cooked over an open flame at 600 degrees. If it’s been a while since you’ve visited, I’m going to get you up to speed with everything you should be eating at The Habit Burger Grill – including a limited-time offering that you don’t want to miss. This list is in order, beginning with my favorite items.
*This post was made in collaboration with The Habit Burger Grill and the meal was sponsored, but all the tasty opinions belong to EatDrinkLA.
Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich
The new Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich landed on the menu on June 28th, 2023, and it’s exactly what you’re summer is asking for. The double-battered crispy chicken comes with a red pepper sauce drizzle, melty cheese, and an impeccable house-made slaw. The bun is a wildly inventive flaxseed brioche that leaves you feeling impossibly light even after finishing a whole sammie – because you’re not gonna wanna share even a bite.
This is a limited-time offering that I truly hope becomes a mainstay.
Spicy Tempura Green Beans
Nothing goes better with a fried chicken sandwich than fries, right? Well, then, you haven’t tried these Spicy Tempura Green Beans! The outside is lightly fried in tempura batter, and it pairs perfectly with the crunchy, warm green bean in the middle. Next, they are drizzled with a creamy red pepper sauce and dusted with a 7-spice pepper blend. This side dish has fewer calories than an order of French Fries but without sacrificing taste, so it’s a win-win!
Banana Wafer Shake
The Banana Wafer Shake is one of 7 shakes available right now, and it’s like drinking a sweet banana pudding with chunks of nilla wafers in almost every sip. Handcrafted and made to order, it’s just the right amount of richness and completes your meal combo. I recommend always saying yes to Whipped Cream.
Santa Barbara Cobb Salad
The Santa Barbara Cobb Salad is a menu staple and is one of 6 fresh and healthy choices. It features two different Lettuces, along with Diced Tomato, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Egg, and of course, all that yummy Avocado. It’s topped with Chargrilled Chicken Breast and finished with a Red Wine Vinaigrette. It’s decadent while still being good for you.
Kids Crispy Chicken Bites
Yes, I’m singing the praises of the Kids’ Meal! As a parent, nothing feels better when you can’t make your child something at home than to cut through a Chicken Bite and actually see white breast chicken. The meal comes with your child’s Choice of Drink, Apple Sauce or French Fries, and these adorable little Gummy Burgers.
Impossible Charburger
The Habit Burger Grill has got nothing if not options. If you’re not a fan of red meat, you can enjoy your Charburger with Portabello Mushrooms or even Impossible meat. The Impossible Charburger features a plant-based Impossible Patty and is topped with Caramelized Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayo. It’s impossible to pass up.
Getting hungry? Then find your local Habit here. You can also download their Mobile App to get your first Free Char with Cheese on them.
God food yes.
I think they ruined the steak sandwich by not using a french roll.
They stopped the Chile burger at the original Hagit
Ooh that’s good to know. Thank you for sharing.
Your guide to what’s hot at The Habit Burger Grill is making me hungry! I can’t wait to try the items you recommended. Your descriptions and photos have me convinced that it’s a must-visit. Thanks for the tasty suggestions!