Damn good burger and a great place to hang with friends and family. If you're short on either, then you can always make new friends at Booches, as long as you follow the rules. Cash only. No sniveling. No salads. Unruly children are often packaged and sent away. Service is great and you should do your best to pay attention to the menu on the wall and to tip well. It is a full time job for them.

Cash only!!! So good! Never had a hotdog split griddled and then served on a burger bun, only way to do it now in my opinion! I would be able to eat 10 of these little burgers! Love the ambience and the staff! 10/10 for some good burgers and brews

Food service and ambience are amazing... It's literally my favorite place on earth. I've been going to Booches since 1967 and I can tell you that I have never had a bad time there. The new owners are awesome and they have maintained all of the elements that make Booches perfect.

Recently returned to Mizzou after 13 yrs. Still the best burger in town, tastes exactly the same. Nothing fancy about this place, exactly the way I like it.

Booches is a must-visit every time we're in Columbia. This small, often busy spot has become a staple for our family, and it never disappoints. The burgers are consistently juicy, with savory buns that are simply unforgettable. There's nothing like enjoying a burger served on a piece of wax paper--no plates here, just pure, unpretentious goodness. Side choices are limited, so don't expect French fries (they don't have a fryer). It's either a bag of chips or a bowl of chili, but honestly, the burgers are the main event, and they shine on their own. Just remember to bring cash--no credit or debit cards are accepted. The atmosphere is classic, and the food is always worth it. We've been here multiple times, and it's one of those places we just can't miss whenever we're in town.

Went on a Wednesday at 6 and got a table right away. Great service! I got the only vegetarian thing on the menu, the grilled cheese. Other reviews say you need multiple items to feel full, but I thought this one grilled cheese was fine. Friends got burgers and loved them. Probably the cheapest food in Columbia

Sometimes the wait for a table can be long, or not at all if you come off peak times. Simple menu and quick service. Love the hamburger here and you can't beat the prices. Hamburger $5 - Delicious, no frills (comes with fresh onion, sliced pickles, ketchup and mustard). Tax is already included. The potato chips are good, not sure how much a bag cost because they don't give you a bill at the end, just a total. I tried the Old Vienna of STL Red Hot Riplets. It wasn't very spicy, but has good flavor. Cash only. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2024

A Columbia iconic place....and has the little slider burgers. Now, this place is a pool hall...but tons of people go here for the burgers. Well, I see why and I'm sure a fan of those tasty little fresh beef burgers!

Stopped in for the food. Some friends of ours used to hang out and eat here often. So, passing through town, we stopped. Loved the automosphere of the pool hall. The location looks like it has been there forever. Maybe not even retouched up any paint. I love it. We found a spot quick on a Thursday evening. The waitress was quick. We were coached on what to get. I got the burger and chili on the side with Fritos. The chili had a nice subtle heat. It was the perfect size. Then I paired with the hamburger. No plates, no fancy, just awesome food. Hubby had the chili brat, which you get a plate. And it's an open faced cut and smothered with the chili. We all dined on wax paper and were pleasantly full. The drinks were on point. The bathroom is the tiniest ever, but clean. If we lived around here, we'd be back as I loved it.