The Jackson House

Best burgers in Harrisburg and some top notch cheese steaks too. They are cash only, only open for lunch, and very popular. Seating is limited so go early if you want to dine in and ensure that they haven't sold out of burgers. Located next door to what was once the Jackson Hotel, a historic establishment that catered to African Americans and housed many famous black musicians in its day.

Wow, just wow! I’ve been hearing about this place for the last 10 years from friends and finally got to try it. The burger was phenomenal! I had the Jackson burger and the thing was huge and cost was very cheap. Everything is cooked fresh to order. Corey is the man and took great care of my wife and I for being first timers. Highly recommend and will be back.

I was in Harrisburg on business and stopped by Jackson House for a quick lunch. Wow! I was pleasantly surprised at how awesome the food was. I ordered the sixth street burger and it was outstanding. A burger smothered in ham and bacon along with cheese and onions! Dripping with sweet juicy fresh ground beef. The fries rocked also and the staff were so nice and attentive. Stop in there and you won’t be disappointed.

I was in Harrisburg on business and stopped by Jackson House for a quick lunch. Wow! I was pleasantly surprised at how awesome the food was. I ordered the sixth street burger and it was outstanding. A burger smothered in ham and bacon along with cheese and onions! Dripping with sweet juicy fresh ground beef. The fries rocked also and the staff were so nice and attentive. Stop in there and you won’t be disappointed.

I recently went to the Jackson House for the first time and I was not disappointed. A staple of PA state workers for years, I regrettably never went there when I worked in Harrisburg. But, I had the opportunity to return. I ordered the Jackson Burger - American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and their own special sauce on a sesame seed bun. I also got a side of regular fries. I am not kidding when I say it was the best burger I ever had. This place is often packed at lunch time and they actually walked through the line asking for burger orders far before we actually paid. This is because Jackson House cooks their burgers long and slow. It resulted in a moist, well seasoned patty. The entire combination was delicious together. I usually love ketchup and mustard on burgers, but they were not necessary. Not sure what the special sauce is, but it kind of looks like a ketchup aioli.I will say that I did not need the fries. They weren't anything special, though they weren't bad. The burger would have been enough for me.Definitely check this place out if you are in Harrisburg at lunch time. But beware, they close at 2pm and only take cash.