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J.G. Melon

Burger Joint, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$

Upper East Side, New York

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J.G. Melon

8.7^/10

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Ranked #1 for burger joints in the Upper East Side
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Bon Appetit Magazine
"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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Michael TuntevskiJanuary 13, 2017
Probably the best "no frills" burger in Manhattan.
Trae FSeptember 11, 2015
Cheeseburger lives up to its reputation. Great place!
Rafi RomeroSeptember 27, 2015
Their burgers taste like ShakeShack burgers except slightly burnt. So go to ShakeShack instead :)
Rich GallagherSeptember 14, 2011
Been here 10+ times
My favorite burger spot in the Winter. Order a cup of chili and cheeseburger and you'll forget about the cold.
dawn.in.newyorkFebruary 3, 2015
The great cheese burger. Cash only.
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
Lucas GalegoMay 6, 2017
Amazing burger, Bobby from the bar is super cool
Sasha BFebruary 15, 2021
Been here 50+ times
Order one temp down. I like my burgers medium rare, but I order them rare here.
Katie SchlossFebruary 3, 2012
You can't live in New York without trying the Burger & Cottage Fried Potatoes at Melon's. An absolute staple.
Christina GMarch 8, 2014
This so-called "preppy haven" is known for it's bacon cheeseburger - which is good but not better than Spotted Pig.
Leszek DowgierSeptember 14, 2018
Another 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).
Dawn MazzeyDecember 9, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Everything is delicious here even the key lime pie
Sarah RoseMarch 14, 2012
Love the atmosphere here. Great burger! Great cottage fries and I love their key lime pie
Jack GashiJanuary 11, 2014
The burger lives up to the hype, but don't sleep on the amazing chili
Bernardo RuasMay 5, 2015
it's a bar but people usually come for the juicy burgers. try the bacon burger.
GKJuly 6, 2015
Cafe is so cute and burger's really really really delicious :)
Olivia FabbroJune 22, 2015
amazing cheeseburger and cottage fries! cash only
Josiah David ChapmanJune 22, 2015
Best burger I've ever had! Get it rare or medium rare.
Jarel HillApril 20, 2017
A bit over hyped imo. But awesome nonetheless. Fries are great
Nikki BeauchampSeptember 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Home to one of the best burgers in NYC. Great weekend meals as well
Yan PAugust 11, 2017
Every time I'm here, people forget it's cash only. Bring money.
Evan HarmsJanuary 29, 2017
Burgers are unreal. Turkey burger even blew my mind.
Irem ErdilekFebruary 9, 2015
Old school hamburger Best! Must try cheesecake
Theresa GeigerJune 8, 2015
No frills burgers. Go early or you will eat a while. Cash only.
Village VoiceSeptember 12, 2013
Make sure you hit an ATM on your way since they do not take plastic.
Jessica CervantesJuly 2, 2018
Cheeseburger and fries! Margaritas are good too!
Alev BademJanuary 30, 2014
A 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..
Pedro Torres-MackieSeptember 18, 2016
Best cheeseburger in NYC
Gabriel EvansNovember 3, 2015
A New York classic with antiquated, overpriced food. A great burger, but there are better in New York.
Mike LewisJuly 5, 2012
Amazing bacon cheese burgers, staff is grumpy and rude but the food makes the experience worth it
Niketa PatelDecember 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Possibly the best burger in Manhattan. Indulge in some cottage fries too.
LoganJuly 18, 2018
Been here 50+ times
if you leave without getting a burger you’re doing it wrong
Veronica UribeJune 12, 2021
Bacon Cheese burger, fries and a cold beer. Remeber it is cash only
Ellison ChangNovember 1, 2014
burgers are the best choices of all. But disappointed at cottage fried potato.
Byron FloresJune 8, 2015
The burgers are good and the prices are great!
Lucy PerryOctober 3, 2017
Really simple good food - no bells and whistles. Don't go unless you want burgers!!
Tim Y.January 16, 2014
Very good burger but so far nothing beats the burger at Minnetta Tavern.
Erica VirtueJanuary 18, 2014
Love the melon decor! Burgers are great too!
MarcelaMay 4, 2016
Chili cup and bacon cheeseburger are to die for!
Camille PRsonAugust 8, 2017
Best bloody mary! Burgers are also great
Guillermo YoungerJune 22, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Besides the obvious tip of "best burger in NYC", get a Bloody Bull. It will change your life.
Lindsey GardnerJanuary 17, 2014
Been here 5+ times
If you order anything other than the bacon cheeseburger, why are you? IT'S SO GOOD.
Camilo AngelAugust 3, 2021
Been here 5+ times
Best burgers in town. Amazing chili!
Lydia VanWormerJuly 10, 2017
Bacon cheeseburger. You won't be sorry. 🤤
Lenny NeslinJanuary 24, 2014
Bloody bull, beer and a burger is the way to go.
ᴡ LizMay 27, 2018
Cheese burger and frys it’s that simple
Jefferson EngAugust 18, 2023
This better be worth the wait, @insiderfood.
ORÇUN ERTÜRÜNNovember 28, 2020
ecxellent burger, warm atmosphere and cash only..
TKNovember 17, 2016
Thick juicy burger with bar atmosphere.
Julia AdrianoSeptember 9, 2014
Excellent burger! Very fast, tasty and cheap!

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