Jake's Wayback Burgers – American
Step into a nostalgic slice of Americana where the rhythmic sizzle of the griddle and the aroma of seared beef evoke the golden age of the neighborhood burger joint. Hand-pressed patties are stacked high with molten cheese and smoky bacon, while crispy golden chicken and hearty boxed meals offer a satisfying, soul-warming comfort that feels both timeless and indulgent. Whether you are craving the bold tang of an A.1. Steakhouse burger or the sweet heat of bourbon-glazed bacon, every bite delivers a classic experience rooted in simple, delicious tradition.
250 South Main Street, Newark DE 19711 https://waybackburgers.com/locations/delaware/newark-south-main-streetRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Dairy-Free at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Craft Your Own: Impossible and Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caesar Salad, Cheese Curds and Fried Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Craft Your Own: Impossible, Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade and Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Curds, Fried Pickles and Craft Your Own: Impossible. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Craft Your Own: Impossible, Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade and Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Jake's Wayback Burgers
Jake's Wayback Burgers in Newark has 9 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Sandwich Boxed Meal, Crispy Chicken Sandwich Boxed Meal and Craft Your Own: Impossible. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Jake's Wayback Burgers
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbon Bacon | 51.8 g | 49.9 g |
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Lettuce Bowl | 32.4 g | 40.6 g |
| Cheeeesy | 17.6 g | 40.3 g |
| A.1. Steakhouse | 20.3 g | 39.1 g |
| Double Bacon | 96.4 g | 38.2 g |
| Carolina | 31.7 g | 37.8 g |
| Cajun | 18.8 g | 37.1 g |
| Chili Cheese Hot Dog | 81 g | 33.4 g |
| Classic | 17.7 g | 33.2 g |
| Chicken Bacon Ranch Fry Bowl | 90.6 g | 32.1 g |
| Buffalo Chicken | 25.4 g | 28.8 g |
| Single Cheeseburger Boxed Meal | 25.6 g | 19.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests value the consistent experience for group lunches, noting that the atmosphere provides a dependable and comfortable setting for casual gatherings. Celebrated for its reliability, the venue is praised for meeting expectations and offering a predictable
Menu
Eat For $8
Limited time boxed meals paired with fries or tater tots.
- Single Cheeseburger Boxed Meal - $8: Single cheeseburger topped with American cheese, lettuce & tomato, choice of Tater Tots or French Fries, side of Heinz ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Cheeseburger Boxed Meal - $10: Double cheeseburger topped with American cheese, lettuce & tomato, choice of Tater Tots or French Fries, side of Heinz ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich Boxed Meal - $8: Grilled chicken sandwich topped with lettuce & tomato, choice of Tater Tots or French Fries, side of Heinz ketchup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders 4 Pc Boxed Meal - $8: 4 hand breaded tenders with honey mustard dipping sauce, choice of Tater Tots or French Fries, side of Heinz ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich Boxed Meal - $8: Crispy chicken sandwich topped with lettuce & tomato, choice of Tater Tots or French Fries, side of Heinz ketchup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Burgers
Fresh & made-to-order beef burgers.
- Classic: Two beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, mustard, Heinz ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bourbon Bacon: Two beef patties, bacon, cheddar cheese, onion ring, bourbon mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Bacon: Two beef patties, four slices of bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, mustard, Heinz ketchup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeeesy: Four slices of melted American cheese, two beef patties, inverted grilled buttered bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- A.1. Steakhouse: Two beef patties, Swiss cheese, crispy fried onions, A.1. Steak sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun: Two beef patties, lettuce, tomato, bacon, pepper jack cheese, Cajun remoulade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina: Two beef patties, American cheese, slaw, chili, onions, mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Craft Your Own: Impossible: Quarter-pound Impossible patty made from plants Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken & More
Chicken sandwiches, tenders, and hot dogs.
- Buffalo Chicken: Crispy hand-breaded chicken, buffalo sauce, lettuce, tomato, ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (4PC): Hand-breaded tenders with choice of dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Hot Dog: All-beef hot dog, homestyle chili, cheddar cheese sauce, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesesteak: Shaved steak, melted American cheese, grilled onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls and Salads
Fresh salads and hearty bowls.
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Lettuce Bowl: Crispy chicken tenders, bacon, ranch, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, pickles, lettuce bowl Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Fry Bowl: Crispy chicken tenders, bacon, ranch, cheddar cheese sauce, tomatoes, pickles, fry bowl Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad: Green leaf lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
On the Side
Sides to complement your meal.
- Bacon Cheese Fries: French fries, cheese sauce, chopped bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds: Crispy fried cheddar cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles: Fried pickle slices with a side of ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots: Crispy tater tots with dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Hand-Dipped Milkshakes
Crafted to order with Blue Bunny ice cream.
- Chocolate Brownie Shake: Vanilla milkshake, real brownies, chocolate syrup, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shake: Blended with Cinnamon Toast Crunch, whipped cream, caramel drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Red Velvet Cupcake Shake: Vanilla ice cream, red velvet cupcakes, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
Refreshing drinks and sodas.
- Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade: Lemonade, strawberries, hibiscus flowers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea
- Fountain Drinks Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Jake's Wayback Burgers
- Is Jake's Wayback Burgers dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Jake's Wayback Burgers has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Craft Your Own: Impossible and Tater Tots.
- What can I eat at Jake's Wayback Burgers on a dairy-free diet?
- Craft Your Own: Impossible and Tater Tots carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Jake's Wayback Burgers have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Craft Your Own: Impossible and Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade.
- Is Jake's Wayback Burgers gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Jake's Wayback Burgers?
- Bourbon Bacon, at roughly 49.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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