Rock Hill’s burger scene got a major upgrade when Burgers & Barley opened its doors in November 2016, bringing gourmet burgers and craft beer to the heart of South Carolina. 🍔
This locally-owned gem features a scratch kitchen where certified Angus beef blends are hand-selected by the chef, ensuring every patty delivers maximum flavor and juiciness.
With a huge heated patio perfect for year-round dining, an impressive craft beer selection, and creative signature burgers that push culinary boundaries, this spot has become a go-to destination for locals craving elevated comfort food.
How Burgers & Barley won Rock Hill hearts
When owner Jason Cloud launched Burgers & Barley in 2016, he set out to create more than just another burger joint—he wanted to build a community gathering space that combined exceptional food with a welcoming atmosphere.
The decision to open a scratch kitchen where everything from fries to milkshakes is made fresh daily immediately set the restaurant apart from typical chain competition. 👨🍳
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The creative signature burger menu quickly caught the attention of adventurous eaters across Rock Hill and neighboring Charlotte.
Offerings like the Fried Mac Burger, which features a fried mac and cheese patty stacked on top of a beef burger, and the Brinner Burger that combines breakfast and dinner elements showed that this wasn’t your average burger spot.
Customers consistently praise how burgers are cooked to perfection with a hint of pink for medium-well orders, demonstrating the kitchen’s attention to proper technique.
The heated patio became a major draw, especially as one of the few Rock Hill establishments offering comfortable outdoor dining year-round. 🔥
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Combined with sports on multiple TVs and a full bar serving craft cocktails alongside local beers, the space evolved into the perfect spot for everything from date nights to game-day gatherings.
House-cut fresh fries earned their own fan following.
Reviewers specifically mention that the fresh-cut, skin-on fries are seasoned just right and “perfect this side of greasy”—that ideal balance that keeps people coming back.
Perhaps the most surprising hit came from the dessert menu, where the banana pudding milkshake achieved near-legendary status among regulars.
Multiple reviewers mention being “sad to not get another banana pudding milkshake for the road,” showing how the hand-spun shakes became destination items in their own right. 🍌
The accommodating staff and family-friendly vibe sealed the deal, creating an environment where everyone from young families to craft beer enthusiasts felt welcome and well taken care of.
Food Highlights
Brinner Burger: This creative signature burger combines American cheese, Boar’s Head candied bacon, a fried egg, and maple syrup on a certified Angus patty—breakfast meets dinner in the most satisfying way imaginable for $18. 🥓
Fratty Melt: Fan-favorite among regulars, this burger features the restaurant’s signature B&B sauce that customers rave about, served as a melt-style sandwich that delivers maximum gooey, cheesy satisfaction.
The Dirty South: A regional favorite that embraces Southern flavors with pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, bacon, and special sauce—it’s served to perfection and celebrates the best of Carolina cuisine in burger form.
The Daredevil: For spice lovers, this burger brings the heat with jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and spicy sauces designed to challenge your taste buds while maintaining balance and flavor beyond just burn. 🌶️
Fried Mac Burger: One of the most Instagram-worthy creations, this wild burger tops a certified Angus patty with a fried mac and cheese patty, bacon-onion ketchup, lettuce, and tomato on Texas toast for $18—pure indulgence.
Banana Pudding Milkshake: This hand-spun shake has achieved cult status, featuring real banana flavor, vanilla wafers, and rich ice cream—multiple customers say they wish they’d ordered one for the road. 🥤
Atmosphere
Burgers & Barley offers a clean, welcoming interior with high-top tables, booths, and standard seating options that accommodate groups of all sizes.
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The real star is the huge heated patio that provides cozy outdoor seating year-round, perfect for enjoying craft beers under the Carolina sky.
Multiple TVs throughout the space show sports, creating a laid-back sports bar vibe that’s family-friendly but still fun for adults.
The relaxed, casual atmosphere encourages lingering over good food and conversation, making it ideal for everything from quick lunches to leisurely weekend meals with friends.
Bottom Line
Visit Burgers & Barley for certified Angus beef burgers hand-selected by the chef and cooked to perfection, creative signature options like the Fried Mac Burger that you won’t find anywhere else, huge heated patio perfect for year-round outdoor dining, fresh-cut house fries made daily, and legendary banana pudding milkshakes that have customers dreaming about their next visit. 🎯
Address: 111 Cherry Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732
📞 (803) 328-3926
🕔 Open Mon-Sat, 11:00 AM–10:00 PM | Sun, 11:00 AM–9:00 PM