Willie’s Burgers & Chiliburgers more than holds its own among the highly competitive California burger pantheon. A neighborhood alternative to popular chains, the tidy little burger joints, located downtown and also in Carmichael, do not serve such tidy food — but that’s what the paper towels mounted on the wall are for. That little convenience proves quite indispensable, especially with orders of the house-specialty chiliburger and chili fries. You’ll need a fork, too, to manage the toppings on Willie’s excellent hot dogs. With beignets for breakfast, what more could you ask for in a burger joint? Voted Best Locally Owned Burger Joint in 2007 News & Review readers poll. Beer and wine available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.