J.G. Melon
Burger Joint, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$
Upper East Side, New York
The experts at Food Network and Eater recommend this place
"Besides the obvious tip of "best burger in NYC", get a Bloody Bull."(18 Tips)
"Bacon Cheeseburger, Cottage Fries, and Chili was amazing!"(36 Tips)
"Bloody bull, beer and a burger is the way to go."(9 Tips)
"Bacon cheeseburger, cottage fried & cheesecake!!"(38 Tips)
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Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 16, 2011It’s all about the burger and round fries here, but the chili is pretty great too. - Inspector
Possibly the best burger in Manhattan. Indulge in some cottage fries too.
Burger, side salad, and a martini. This is my favorite burger in NYC.
The Daily MealApril 11, 2011"A Bloody Mary and an iconic JG Melon burger is all that separates you from heaven." Darren Atkins, New York's 10 Best Burgers to Eat Outdoors Read more
- Tim CoyleNovember 8, 2019Burger is good, tastes even better sitting outside while the weather is nice
Alev BademJanuary 30, 2014A classic burger place, used to love it. Re-visited after a long time and unfortunately, not the best taste, very dry meat, lousy salad. The place is still very cosy tough..
ARI J LEFAUVEJanuary 28, 2011Lunch today; the standards, spinach salad, cottage fries w/ side of BBQ sacue, medium cheeseburger. As usual, epic!
cj fitzgeraldApril 15, 2018A New York institution. Quick, delicious burgers and dollar fries. Cash only.
Bernardo RuasMay 5, 2015it's a bar but people usually come for the juicy burgers. try the bacon burger.
Daniel ChvatikMay 17, 2015Good no-nonsense burger but cash only and the service isn't that friendly.
- Élan BarishMay 6, 2010be prepared to pay cash (and a lot of it) but the cheese burgers and bloody marys are well worth it! and, a real authentic nyc joint.
Real Cheap EatsNovember 12, 2011You must try the burger ($9.75). It's griddled and features "juicy and flavorful loosely packed patties on simple toasted white buns." Read more
Ellison ChangNovember 1, 2014burgers are the best choices of all. But disappointed at cottage fried potato.
Andrew LambertMarch 26, 2011GREAT burger, get it with bacon, no lettuce or tomato. Worth the price. Cottage fries are good too.
Arthur McCuneAugust 16, 2012Good burgers. Sluggish service. And be prepared with cash: No credit cards accepted.
SulaimanFebruary 2So not only it was a not that good of a burger the service was horrible and the place is so crowded 😅 5/10 and I am being so generous.
Leszek DowgierSeptember 14, 2018Another legendary piece of old New York with a well deserved reputation. Great atmosphere, and great food - perhaps the best burger in the city (and don’t forget a side of cottage fries).
Best turkey burger in manhattan. Get a side of cottage fries and wash it down with a strong drink. delish.
Fernando ClaroJuly 30, 2011the best cheesburger isnt here but Five Guys. Really! Here potatos miss salt, and service is normal.
Red & BrownMay 12, 2015A burger and beer are required in this old school NYC institution if you're anywhere in the vicinity.
Leticia PorterAugust 27, 2011The burgers are like the hand made hamburgers I ate as a child! They are fabulous!
Sarah RoseAugust 8, 2013Favorite place in nyc for a burger - definitely one of the best burgers in nyc #cashonly
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A comfy atmosphere attracts a laid-back neighborhood crowd to this cash-only pub famed for burgers
Open until 3:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 11:30 AM–3:00 AM
- Thu–Sat
- 11:30 AM–3:59 AM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–1:00 AM
(212) 744-0585
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Restroom
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"This is probably one of my favorite burger spots in the city. I recomend the bistro burger w/ side of fries and McSorleys beer. Cheap burgers and beers, you cant beat it."
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"This hidden funky old school joint will surprise you! Indeed one of the best burgers in New York. And if you're really hungry, ask for the double cheeseburger with the works."
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