Wilmington · Est. 1940s

The Coast
remembers every
bite.

For over eight decades, Jim's has been the quiet corner where hungry sailors, families, and strangers-turned-friends gather for a burger that tastes exactly like it should.

80+ Years on the Coast
4.6 Google Rating
100% Fresh, Never Frozen
A classic juicy burger on a sesame bun, served with fries at Jims Burgers Wilmington

"Best burger

in Wilmington!"

Crispy golden fries at Jims Burgers
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Our Story
The original Jim's Burgers storefront along the Pacific Coast Highway in Wilmington

Born on the Pacific Coast,
built on good food

In the early 1940s, Jim opened a modest grill on the edge of the Wilmington harbor — a place where dockworkers stopped for a quick lunch and sailors on leave found something that tasted like home. The recipes were simple, the portions generous, and the atmosphere warm enough to make anyone feel welcome.

Today, three generations later, that same spirit lives on. We still grill fresh every morning, we still pour shakes by hand, and we still treat every person who walks through our door like a neighbor. The ocean breeze outside hasn't changed — and neither has our commitment to making something honest and delicious.

Fresh daily prep
Never frozen beef
Hand-spun shakes
Family-owned since '42
Visit Us

Come on
down the coast

Location

1501 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Wilmington, CA 90744-1804

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Hours

Monday – Friday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Warm interior of Jims Burgers

Good food doesn't need
a fancy address

Pull in off the coast, park for a minute, and let us take care of the rest. The grill is hot and the shakes are cold — just the way they should be.

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