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Favorite Burgers in NYC
B&B Winepub is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

1. B&B Winepub

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Top of my burger list! I got a plain burger w/cheddar + special sauce(delish)! Also had a 'Blood Simple' cocktail-fab. Fries were perfect. Good ambience. Need to save room for dessert next time!!

Bill's Bar & Burger is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

2. Bill's Bar & Burger

22 9th Ave (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Meatpacking District · 234 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Another Top 3 burger. Order it simple (cheese or no cheese but no toppings--and yes, that means ketchup). Probably one of your cheaper, yet delicious options in Meatpacking.

Paul's "Da Burger Joint" is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

3. Paul's "Da Burger Joint"

7.2
131 2nd Ave (Astor Pl.), New York, NY
Burger Joint · East Village · 145 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Burgers are on the larger side (in a good way). Always cooked perfectly (however you order). Hole in the wall that has better burgers than you'd think. One of my favs (top 3) in the city!

The Brindle Room is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

4. The Brindle Room

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: First tried this burger at GoogaMooga. The Googa debacle (long lines) was worth it considering I was introduced to this burger. They don't always have it on menu for dinner so you may have to ask.

J.G. Melon is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

5. J.G. Melon

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: This place is always packed-if going on a weekend go early (noon) for lunch & you'll be fine. Burger was crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside w/just a little pink (ordered Medium). Will be back!

Doc Watson's is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

6. Doc Watson's

6.1
1490 2nd Ave (btwn 77th & 78th St), New York, NY
Pub · Upper East Side · 48 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: A bar on the UES with amazing burgers? YES! Love the fries too. Good sized burger and appropriately priced. Perfect if you're looking for a quick bite in a casual atmosphere.

5 Napkin Burger is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

7. 5 Napkin Burger

6.8
2315 Broadway, New York, NY
Burger Joint · Upper West Side · 168 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Burgers are slightly more expensive than they should be in my opinion, but they are delicious! And it's NYC so price is almost a non-issue when deciding to dine out...

Burger Joint is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

8. Burger Joint

8.5
119 W 56th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Theater District · 783 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Everyone loves a "secret"...well, the secret's out: these burgers are A-mazing. Good late-night spot if you happen to be out and about or are staying near Columbus Circle. Fries are just okay.

Big Nick's Burger & Pizza Joint Too is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

9. Big Nick's Burger & Pizza Joint Too

70 W 71st St (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Lincoln Square · 71 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Another hole in the wall burger joint that you probably wouldn't just walk into but you'll be glad you did! Only beef (pun intended) is that 1 time burger was slightly on the rare side for 'medium.'

Schnipper's is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

10. Schnipper's

7.8
620 8th Ave (at W 41st St), New York, NY
Comfort Food Restaurant · Theater District · 313 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: If you're touristing in Times Sq. head on over to Schnipper's. Perfect if you have a dieting member of the clad who wants a salad (good too!) but really who wants a salad when burgers are on the menu?

Corner Bistro is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

11. Corner Bistro

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Great burger but definitely not top 5. Plus: decided to add bacon to this burger and it was actually crispy (without even asking)!!! Pet peeve is raw-ish bacon on a burger (or anything really).

BLT Burger is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

12. BLT Burger

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: Burgers and atmosphere were good! The two words you need to remember, though: SPIKED MILKSHAKES.

The Spotted Pig is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

13. The Spotted Pig

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

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: The burger was definitely delicious, but overpriced. The fries were good, but really hard to eat. If you can get in without a long wait (doubtful), totally worth it. Otherwise, pass.

Island Burgers & Shakes is one of Favorite Burgers in NYC.

14. Island Burgers & Shakes

422 Amsterdam Ave (W 80th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Upper West Side · 54 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stark: The menu is full of specialty burgers, but I went with a classic cheeseburger. Mainly b/c of a $10 dinner deal for a cheeseburger, fries and a beer-can't beat that! Not the best, but def. worth a try.