The Good News Burgers Continues to Grow!

Have you heard the good news? Owner Robert Walker has opened a third location of The Good News W O B R u D S rge B rs Y a M t A R A S Y L V E S T E R 9822 Potranco Road. The Good News Burgers first opened in 2013 under the name Papa’s Burgers; however, the restaurant was forced to change its name last year after the Pappa’s Brothers in Houston sent a “cease and desist” order because the name was too similar to their own burger restaurant, Pappas Burgers. Prior to opening a restaurant, Walker ran a successful catering company in partnership with his mother, Olga Wagley. Sadly, after his mother passed away, his recently widowed father became so sad and despondent that Walker decided to create a place where he and his dad could spend time together, and that’s where the name Papa’s Burgers came from. Walker and his dad had several happy years together, greeting and visiting with their loyal customers before his dad passed away. Papa’s Burgers was basically a neighborhood joint until 2018, when Money Magazine along with Yelp, published a list called “These Are The Best 10 Burger Joints in America, ” (www.https://money.com/best-burgerjoints-america-yelp-reviewers/). Yelp used an algorithm combining the number of positive reviews and the 5star ratings system, naming Papa’s Burgers #4! Suddenly everyone wanted to try these burgers!

Walker never went to culinary school but learned to cook watching his mother and grandmother use different spice combinations to create maximum flavor in their food. The patties at The Good News Burgers are so well seasoned that patrons are politely asked to take a bite before adding mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup … or anything else to their orders.

Most people agree, the burgers really do not need anything else. Walker likes to say, “people pay for the burger, not condiments. ”

The buns are soft and slightly (but not overly) sweet and are the perfect compliment to the perfectly seasoned patties. The chili cheeseburger is my favorite, but all the burgers I have had here are memorable.

The Good News Burgers locations are at: 972 NW 36th Street; 6900 San Pedro; and 9822 Potranco Road. Another location on Pat Booker Road is planned for opening in the first quarter of 2023. There is no telling how many locations will be open by the time he is done because Robert Walker genuinely loves serving others and creating a place where relationships are built. And judging by the number of people coming to The Good News Burgers locations, that love is being received and returned!

All three of The Good News Burgers locations are San Antonio Restaurants “Gold Approved, ” and members can receive a discount off the total price, or a free combo upgrade when using their perk!

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