Where was the best hamburger you’ve ever ate?

[Another Fan]

I hadn’t been there in over 10 years but Donavans Pub in Woodside, Queens.  

 

Was once recognized as best burger in NYC.  Not sure is still is 

Edited December 13, 2022 by Another Fan

[Gugny]

I recently went to lunch at the Garrison in Lake George, NY.  Decided to try what they call the T-Burger.

 

T-BURGER

8 oz grilled patty with melted American cheese, a hard fried egg, jalapenos and applewood-smoked bacon.

 

Simple, but was cooked perfectly medium and absolutely fantastic.

 

[teef]

i can't think of one specific place, but the better burgers i've had are from restaurants that aren't burger places.  We have an place by us that i suppose you would call italian as it's the bulk of the menu, but they always have a burger on the menu, (type changes with the season) that's out of this world.  there's even a mexican place in the city that has one of the better burgers in the area.

[Ridgewaycynic2013]

There's a chain that originated in the Ottawa Ontario region, which expanded into other parts of Ontario via franchises: The Works.  I believe all are licensed to serve beer.  Best burger was the 'Olive Oyl', which received its name from the feta cheese, black olive, and raw baby spinach.

 

Honourable mention to a little joint on the east side of provincial highway #6, north of Arthur Ontario, on the way to Owen Sound.  Hamburger Patty's it was called.  Sadly, it closed a few years back.

[Chef Jim]

Well seeing I've had 16 bazillion burgers in my life it's really hard to remember the absolute best but Fat Burger in LA was pretty damn good! 

 

 

[Just Jack]

Walk into one of the swankiest hotels in NYC and look for the floor to ceiling velvet curtain. Follow the crowd going behind it.  

 

Burger Joint | New York City | Best Burger Joint In The World (burgerjointny.com)

 

[Mark Vader]

ESPN Zone

[DaBillsFanSince1973]

checkers when they first came around in the mid '80's. like many chain restaurants, the quality went south.

 

 

I now settle for a 5 guys burger when I get a hankerin'

Edited December 13, 2022 by DaBillsFanSince1973

[Miyagi-Do Karate]

I have to say that now that I have perfected making my own smashburger, nothing beats it.  It is so perfect and easy. 
 

 

[Ridgewaycynic2013]

Fuddruckers that used to be at Sweet Home Rd. and Maple Rd. In Amherst made a good burger, cooked as rare or well done as ordered.  The customer did their own garnishes.  I think Fuddruckers started in Texas.

[Gugny]

59 minutes ago, Just Jack said:

Walk into one of the swankiest hotels in NYC and look for the floor to ceiling velvet curtain. Follow the crowd going behind it.  

 

Burger Joint | New York City | Best Burger Joint In The World (burgerjointny.com)

 

 

There are three locations.  Which one have you been to and is it safe to assume the burgers will be/taste the same across all locations?  I'd like to try the one near Central Park sometime.

 

[Ridgewaycynic2013]

One of those 'food network' shows did a piece on steamed burgers a few years back.  Something I found worth trying.  Apparently only served in central Connecticut.  Looks like I will have to plan a steamed hamburger and candlepin bowling expedition.

[billsfanmiamioh]

Good topic. I’m sure I’ll think of more but these couple popped into my head first.

 

Thurman cafe: Columbus staple, can’t go wrong with any but the Thurman burger is pure gluttonous bliss
https://places.singleplatform.com/thurman-cafe/menu?menu_id=551975#all-menus

Coyote bluff cafe: Amarillo, Tx. Was on man vs food many years ago. I did the burger from hell it was excellent. Cool little spot. 

https://www.coyotebluffcafe.com/menu.html

[Bad Things]

I've had a lot of plain and fancy burgers in my time, but as soon as I saw the question, I immediately thought of my top four.

 

Bill Gray's - Webster NY.  It's my hometown, so this will probably always remain my favourite. 

CB and Potts - Fort Collins, Colorado.  Oh, mama!  Not sure if this place still exists, but I spent a lot of time there, while attending CSU.  Go Rams!

Ferg Burger - Queenstown, New Zealand.  The line of customers usually goes around the block, but the wait is worth it.  Fantastic burgers.  

Vili's Burgers - Rarotonga, Cook Islands.  We normally try to eat as much local food as possible, while visiting the islands, but this is our go-to spot.  Can't wait to go back again!

Edited December 13, 2022 by Bad Things

[Chef Jim]

Actually one of the best I've had recently was at Andrei's in Irvine CA by my old office.  They mixed braised short ribs in with the ground beef.  It was unique and pretty damn spectacular! 

[K-9]

1 hour ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said:

Fuddruckers that used to be at Sweet Home Rd. and Maple Rd. In Amherst made a good burger, cooked as rare or well done as ordered.  The customer did their own garnishes.  I think Fuddruckers started in Texas.

I remember the dyslexic greeter at that Fuddruckers that got fired because he kept saying, “Welcome to RudeF**kers.”

[Jauronimo]

I can tell you the most disappointing burger was Craigie on Main in Boston.  They make like 20 burgers a night (its a fine dining restaurant) and its first come first served. So we waited outside for an hour before the doors opened to secure a burger and it had almost no sear, it was very juicy but not much on flavor, the bun was sopping wet.  I think they sous vide that thing.  But the worst part was their house made ketchup which had none of the umami or sweetness of ketchup.  Total fail.  No clue why it was such a big deal.  Scarcity is not a substitute for quality.  

[plenzmd1]

19 minutes ago, Jauronimo said:

I can tell you the most disappointing burger was Craigie on Main in Boston.  They make like 20 burgers a night (its a fine dining restaurant) and its first come first served. So we waited outside for an hour before the doors opened to secure a burger and it had almost no sear, it was very juicy but not much on flavor, the bun was sopping wet.  I think they sous vide that thing.  But the worst part was their house made ketchup which had none of the umami or sweetness of ketchup.  Total fail.  No clue why it was such a big deal.  Scarcity is not a substitute for quality.  

Funny, long time ago it was their roast chicken was the supposed to die for chicken...felt same way, i do better at home!

 

I would say my best burger is the 2AM burger...really does not matter where its from. 

 

 

[Draconator]

Best burger I've ever had was at The Silo in Lewiston, NY. Amazing burgers.

[US Egg]

Roosevelt Hotel, Hollywood CA. across from Graumann’s.

 

Ate there 3x in a week. Burgers, both of us each time, even got two to go, but alas, never again.