Best Burgers in Midtown East (2026)
3 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in Midtown East
Showing 3 of 3 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
7th Street Burger
Smash BurgerClassic smash burgers with crispy edges, juicy patties, and signature sauces.
304 E 49th St · Midtown East
International Burgers
GrilledRockaway Beach BBQ joint featuring smoky, grilled burgers with BBQ sauce.
311 E 45th St · Midtown East
Holy Burgers
Smash BurgerNational chain specializing in smash burgers with crispy, caramelized crusts.
906 3rd Ave · Midtown East
About Midtown East Burgers
New York is one of the country's great food metros, and Midtown East's burger scene mirrors that breadth, from diner-style classics to chef-driven gourmet burgers. Whether you're hunting the best burgers in Midtown East, a fast burger toward Far Rockaway, or a relaxed table in Pelham Bay, you still have real choice without leaving the area.
Every burgers listing we show for Midtown East uses that same methodology—live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and related platforms folded into one score—aligned with how we evaluate burgers across New York, just narrowed to this neighborhood.
Right now this page lists 3 standout burgers picks in Midtown East, including styles such as diner-style classics, chef-driven gourmet burgers, smash patties, plant-based stacks, and more. Numbers refresh as new reviews land, so the order you see tracks momentum—not a one-time snapshot.
How FoodIndex Scores Restaurants
Every venue earns a single 0–100 FoodIndex score by combining signals from major platforms—stars, review volume, recency, and consistency—so you can compare places fairly at a glance.
Google Reviews
Aggregate star ratings and review volume from Google Maps.
Yelp Ratings
Weighted scores from Yelp’s review community and elite reviewers.
Uber Eats Data
Delivery ratings, order frequency, and customer satisfaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
7th Street Burger, International Burgers, and Holy Burgers are considered some of the best burger spots in Midtown East based on FoodIndex data. Rankings use signals like rating quality, review volume, recency, and consistency across public platforms, so the top spots reflect places with strong customer feedback.
FoodIndex gives each place a 0–100 score based on public ratings, review counts, recent activity, and consistency across platforms. Places with strong reviews, steady customer feedback, and enough review volume usually rank higher.
No. FoodIndex rankings are not paid placements. The order is based on data signals, not ads, sponsorships, or restaurant promotions.
Use the restaurant list, neighborhood filters, and address details on this page to find burgers near you in Midtown East. You can also open each restaurant profile to compare ratings, review counts, menu links, and ordering options.
Yes. Ratings, reviews, menus, and restaurant details can change, so FoodIndex rankings may shift as new data comes in. Check back before you choose a place, especially if you are planning a visit, pickup, or delivery.
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