Best Hamburger in Manhattan

Aunt Jake's

“An Upper East Side Italian spot whose smash burger is a sleeper hit — thin, crispy-edged patties with melted American cheese, pickles, and a toasted bun that has earned a cult following.”

Nowon East Village

“An East Village Korean-American spot whose bulgogi-spiced burger features a juicy patty with gochujang aioli and pickled vegetables — a bold, flavorful fusion that stands apart.”

Raoul's

“The SoHo French bistro whose off-menu burger is a legendary secret — a dry-aged patty on a sesame bun with caramelized onions that attracts industry insiders and in-the-know diners.”

Emmy Squared Pizza - Hell's Kitchen

“The Hell's Kitchen pizzeria whose Le Big Matt burger features two smashed patties with special sauce and American cheese — a worthy rival to its acclaimed Detroit-style pies.”

Upland

“A Flatiron New American restaurant whose burger features a well-seasoned, perfectly cooked patty with creative toppings that reflect the kitchen's California-meets-New York sensibility.”

JG Melon

“The Upper East Side tavern whose no-frills cheeseburger — a thin, well-seared patty with American cheese on a toasted bun — has been a neighborhood institution for decades.”

Emily

“A West Village pizzeria whose burger rivals its acclaimed pies — a juicy, well-charred patty with melted cheese and a soft bun that makes it one of the best in downtown Manhattan.”

Minetta Tavern

“The MacDougal Street bistro whose Black Label burger — a dry-aged blend of prime cuts — is one of the most celebrated (and expensive) burgers in America.”

Corner Bistro

“The East Village dive bar whose bare-bones burger has been the standard for cheap, satisfying late-night eats since 1961 — a thick patty with no frills and no apologies.”

Parm

“The Nolita red-sauce joint whose cheeseburger is a well-kept secret — a juicy, well-seasoned patty that channels classic American diner style.”

Mother's Ruin

“A Nolita cocktail bar whose burger is an unexpectedly excellent bar bite — a well-seared patty with quality toppings that surprises given the cocktail-forward setting.”

Cubby's

“A Hell's Kitchen neighborhood spot serving a straightforward, well-made burger with a juicy patty, fresh toppings, and a toasted bun in a casual, friendly setting.”

P.J. Clarke's

“The legendary Midtown saloon since 1884, whose classic burger — a thick, juicy patty served on a simple bun — has been a New York institution for over a century.”

Old John's Diner

“An Upper West Side diner whose honest, well-made burger satisfies the neighborhood craving for a classic American cheeseburger without pretension.”

Schnipper's

“A Midtown quick-service spot whose burger features a well-seasoned patty with crispy fries — a solid, reliable lunch option among the Lexington Avenue office towers.”

Lovely Day

“A Nolita café with a pan-Asian menu whose burger is an off-script crowd-pleaser — a juicy patty with creative toppings in a laid-back, eclectic setting.”

Lure Fishbar

“A SoHo seafood brasserie whose burger features a high-quality beef patty with elegant toppings, served in a stylish Mercer Street dining room.”

Virgil's Real BBQ - NYC

“A Times Square BBQ spot whose smoked burger combines smoky, well-seasoned beef with BBQ-inflected toppings — a hearty pick from their meat-heavy menu.”

ABC Kitchen

“Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Flatiron farm-to-table restaurant, where the grass-fed burger reflects a commitment to quality ingredients and seasonal, thoughtful preparation.”