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The Best Burgers In New York
Burger Joint is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

1. Burger Joint

8.4
119 W 56th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Theater District · 783 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: To avoid the outrageous lines, call ahead to order your burger with the works. You are able to cut the entire line, and become the envy of the 40 starving people waiting for their meal.

Minetta Tavern is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

2. Minetta Tavern

8.9
113 Macdougal St (at Minetta Ln), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Greenwich Village · 621 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Make reservations or grab a seat at the bar and dine on The Black Label Burger, made with a selection of prime dry-aged beef cuts with caramelized onions. It’s totally worth it.

The Breslin Bar & Dining Room is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

3. The Breslin Bar & Dining Room

16 W 29th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Gastropub · NoMad · 688 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Try the incredible lamb burger and get the triple-fried fries on the side.

P.J. Clarke's is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

4. P.J. Clarke's

8.7
915 3rd Ave (at E 55th St), New York, NY
Pub · Midtown East · 316 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Grab some fresh oysters from the raw bar and a burger with fried onion strings.

5 Napkin Burger is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

5. 5 Napkin Burger

8.6
630 9th Ave (at W 45th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Hell's Kitchen · 448 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Definitely get the Original 5 Napkin Burger. Make sure you ask for EXTRA napkins if you’re wearing anything nice. Also try the Steak Frites and The 5N Kobe Beef Foot Long Dog! This place is ALWAYS

Shake Shack is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

6. Shake Shack

9.1
Madison Ave (at E 23rd St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · NoMad · 1234 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: While everyone comes for the Hamburgers and Shakes – you shouldn’t overlook the Flat-Top Dogs! Our favorite is the Frisky Dog.

The Spotted Pig is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

7. The Spotted Pig

314 W 11th St (at Greenwich St), New York, NY
Gastropub · West Village · 838 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Getting a table during lunch is easier than dinner time, otherwise be prepared to wait. But you can get the amazing burger anytime.

Corner Bistro is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

8. Corner Bistro

8.5
331 W 4th St (at Jane St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · 397 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Grab a Bistro Burger, fries and a beer. The menu is simple yet wonderful and delicious. If you’re going for lunch, grab a seat at the bar, otherwise, you’ll wait, because seating is limited.

DBGB Kitchen and Bar is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

9. DBGB Kitchen and Bar

299 Bowery (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Gastropub · East Village · 364 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Excellent, rustic French fare. All the burgers are dynamite; however our favorite is “The Frenchie”. If you’re up before 11AM on a Sunday, try the brunch which is equally delicious.

BLT Burger is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

10. BLT Burger

470 Avenue of the Americas (btw 11th & 12th), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Greenwich Village · 90 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The “BLT” burger might be the best burger in the city. Especially when paired with a Spiked Milkshake, we suggest Grandma’s Treat.

B&B Winepub is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

11. B&B Winepub

25 W Houston St (at Mercer St), New York, NY
Gastropub · SoHo · 289 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Get the Bash Style Burger (with BACON JAM) and pair it with a locally made Syrah on tap. The Puebla Burger is also one of our favorites.

Prime Meats is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

12. Prime Meats

465 Court St (at Luquer St), Brooklyn, NY
New American Restaurant · Carroll Gardens · 236 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Grab a seat at the bar or in the small outside space. Then order up a WeissWurst, Landjager, Pork Schnitzel and The Prime Meats Burger with Bacon.

The Brindle Room is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

13. The Brindle Room

277 E 10th St (btwn 1st Ave & Avenue A), New York, NY
American Restaurant · East Village · 192 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Get there at 8am on weekdays and 11am on weekends for their daily Coffee & Donuts – made from mashed potatoes with flavors changing daily.

Bill's Bar & Burger is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

14. Bill's Bar & Burger

7.9
16 West 51st St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · 355 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Packed during lunch and after work, but we’ll worth the wait for their delicious Classic Burger, Boneless Chicken Wings and Sweet Potato Fries.

Peter Luger Steak House is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

15. Peter Luger Steak House

8.8
178 Broadway (at Driggs Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Steakhouse · Williamsburg · 694 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Go on Saturday afternoon and try the burger. It’s only $8 and it’s the freshest, tastiest burger.

J.G. Melon is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

16. J.G. Melon

8.7
1291 3rd Ave (at E 74th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Upper East Side · 486 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The best nights are Sunday and Thursday nights. Get there at 6:30pm and have a bloody Bull while you wait. Bobby is the gate keeper for seating, make him your best friend and he will take care of you.

Old Homestead Steakhouse is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

17. Old Homestead Steakhouse

8.0
56 9th Ave (btwn 14th St & 15th St), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Chelsea · 150 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: While the atmosphere is not the greatest (it’s awfully loud) you can’t argue that the Kobe Beef Burger isn’t one of the best in the city and worth it’s lofty price! Plus it comes with tater tots!

Bareburger is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

18. Bareburger

8.4
535 Laguardia Pl (at Bleecker St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Greenwich Village · 193 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: At this organic burger joint that's known for its wide variety of meats, our vote is for the ostrich or bison burger. Don't forget a side of onion rings!

LT Bar & Grill is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

19. LT Bar & Grill

8 W 40th St (at 5th Ave.), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Midtown East · 29 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Gouda Cheese Fries, Smashed Smoked Burger, and a Rated “R” Milkshake, OH MY. Or take a healthier route and get the 10 Ingredient Chopped Salad with any patty on top. Great for the whole family!

Waterfront Ale House is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

20. Waterfront Ale House

540 2nd Ave (at E 30th St), New York, NY
Bar · Kips Bay · 110 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Don't let the dark exterior dissuade you from coming in an enjoying a few beers and a delicious Ostrich Burger and Sweet Potato Fries or the Moroccan Stew.

Umami Burger is one of The Best Burgers In New York.

21. Umami Burger

432 6th Avenue (btwn W 9th & W 10th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Greenwich Village · 408 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We couldn't be happier that one of our favorite West Coast burger chains is finally here in New York! Get the truffle burger or the five spice duck burger with a side of the cheesy tater tots.