Royale
Bar and Burger Joint$$$$
Alphabet City, New York
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Serious Eats
"order the Blue cheese burger, get onion rings, fries and a beer."(24 Tips)
"The burger and bacon pickleback shots are a must"(3 Tips)
"bacon royal with cheese youre welcome 4-7 happy hour"(2 Tips)
"Loved their truffle fries!"(3 Tips)
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BuzzFeedApril 11, 2014Debate all you want about the best burger in town — this one is at the top of the list. Plus, it’s called the Royale With Cheese! Also on site: “bacon picklebacks” and a nice garden in the back.
NickSeptember 14, 2015We loved this place. The back patio is great and even has a cover to stay outside in the rain. They call the onion rings 'savory donuts'. We will be back for more football Sundays!
Love the Bacon Royale with Cheese! I usually go with gruyere and then add sautéed mushrooms and onions. The fries, onion rings, and chips are all great (and great for sharing too).
Zayed KhanApril 13, 2014Great no-frills classic American burger. Super juicy, and perfect patty and bun consistency so that it doesn't fall apart or get soggy. Onion rings among the best I've ever had.
Kimmie OhhDecember 8, 2019Order the Royale with cheese. Order their hand-cut fries & beer-battered onions rings . Put the fries & onion rings inside your burger before you start to eat.
Morgan at the bar is amazing. And the burgers are really tasty. This place is easy and fun. Great get away if you want to escape for a bit.
Christopher ConfessoreJune 20, 2013Surprised is an understatement. The best onion rings ever, and among the best chicken tenders. I had burgers for lunch, regretting now that my table mates are raving about their burgers.
Raphael LangenscheidtSeptember 13, 2015Solid place to grab a beer and a burger. The meat is good, but the sauce leaves something to be desired. The fresh cut fries are the winner in my book - delicious. Nice back patio.
Dustin LeeJuly 24, 2016Classics done right: bacon cheeseburger, fries, and onion rings are all great. Also a big plus that prices are not expensive at all!
Giovanni D'PalmaNovember 8, 2014The burger lives up to the hype. It was juicy with a solid flavor. They do the burger right. Also, it's a great bar with good music
Chelsea RenaudAugust 30, 20151) A perfect little backyard garden/patio. 2) A truly great burger. Great for groups, late night eats, sports on TV, and the onion rings.
ReALTOFebruary 24, 2012Gem on Avenue C. When the weather is nice, they have a great patio in the back. Good burgers, reasonably priced. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area.
Rachel WangDecember 11, 2014Great burgers. If only all bar food were this good. Get the bacon royale! Onion rings are crispy and greasy perfection
Jeremy JacobowitzMarch 12, 2014We went here to feature them on my show "Best Sports Bar in NYC" We LOVED their burgers, onions rings, piggy backs, and SO much more!! watch it here! Read more- Like most places nearby, there's outdoor seating that's great during nice weather. It gets pretty rowdy most evenings so plan for a crowd.
Mimi WOctober 11, 2013Bacon cheeseburger hits the spot! Their fries taste like chips and are good. Piggy back shot is interesting... It's a pickle back with a piece of bacon. Bacon is a little too salty for the shot though
This is a pretty sweet place to have as a local. Friendly service, juicy burgers, solid liquor selection.
Paul RieckhoffJune 3, 2012Not better than Black Iron. But has an outdoor garden w an TV outside to watch game. And the best onion rings in the city. Perfect football spot.
Jaycob BurnsJuly 23, 2014Good back patio for a divey place, and burgers and side selection is great. But the bathroom is dangerous, so hold your breath
Amber Van DrieJuly 30, 2012One of the best, if not the best, burger's I've had in the city. Awesome bartenders and great patio.- The Double Royale will satisfy any burger craving you may have. Pair with any of their fine liquors
Ashley RoseJuly 11, 2015There's a reason everyone talks about onion rings and burgers on the patio !
Kt LacasseOctober 12, 2015Love the outdoor seating in the back! Onion rings are savory little donuts. Yum!
Aditi LuthraDecember 15, 2018Went here for a private party. Drinks were rlly strong (in a bad way!, decor was cute but wish they had the Xmas lights on. I prefer blind barber close to this place
Michael HNovember 28, 2011Ask for the piggyback shot. Whiskey shot followed by. Shot of pickle juice and finished with a piece of bacon. One of a kind
Peter SalankiJanuary 4, 2020Guac, Onion Rings, Truffle Fries and a Royale with cheese! All excellent!
Burgers are outstanding, as are the fries, and the onion rings are unreal
Don't bother asking your waitress what make this burger the best burger in NYC. It's a secret.
The Daily MealApril 11, 2011"Get the bacon Royale, which comes open-faced with crispy bacon, cheese, and crinkle-cut pickles." Darren Atkins, New York's 10 Best Burgers to Eat Outdoors Read more
🍚March 23, 2015My friends love the burgers and onion rings. I thought it was okay but that's just a personal preference. Definitely good
Citybeams.comJune 24, 2012Great patio area in the back. Try their Burgers. This spot could easily go under ""Best burger in Manhattan""
Dane BSeptember 13, 2013The burger deservedly gets all the hype, but don't sleep on the fries. Those are some top-notch spuds.
Best Burger on the Island: Bacon Royale or Go home!! Awesome bartenders too & great drinks.- Best burger in the EV, Bacon Royale!! Bartender Orlando makes some awesome drinks too.
Great place to watch football outdoors. Good crowd of Patriots fans.
John SaroffDecember 15, 2012IMHO, the best burger in NYC. Any of them will do...medium rare and delicious.
Aileen TseJanuary 5, 2013my go-to for a great burger. get the bacon royale - long, thick slices of bacon
Justin GaudenziSeptember 4, 2016The double is almost too much, just get a single and a side of fries
Jessica YungApril 23, 2014Royale w/ cheese, bacon pickleback and garden in back - buzzfeed suggestion
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Simply put, Royale is the epitome of a neighborhood bar. Whether you've been coming here for years or it's your first visit, we'll always make you feel at home here. You can watch a game at the bar or enjoy the garden with your friends. Either way, come join us for a burger, a beer and a great time.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Fri
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 1:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 1:00 PM–Midnight
(212) 254-6600
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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