Are you tired of eating Mcdonalds and other subpar burgers? Do you have little money to spend but a lot of hunger? Do you like to walk? If you answered yes to any of these questions then Mama burger should be at the top of your list of college grub locations. Even though this restaurant is a little further from campus than others, if you have a ride or just wanna get to know Flagstaff better this is definitely worth the effort. The food is relatively cheap starting off at $4.50 for a plain burger but it is much higher quality than typical fast food joints.
At first glance, Mama Burger does not look like anything special, but once you enter the establishment, there is an immediate college student vibe. Many of the workers behind the counter are students at NAU and you can definitely feel it when interacting with the staff. The lady working the register is super chill and is great at making recommendations for any indecisive customers. My personal favorite combination is the A1 Mushroom Swiss burger and a chocolate malt to go with it.
Mama Burger is over by the Bashas on the way to Snowbowl. It is open from 10:30 AM to 9 PM every day except for Sunday which closes at 8 PM. The address is 991 N Fort Valley Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. If you have the time to visit this local wonder it will be well worth the trip, especially if you go with friends.