Best Burgers in New York (2026)
99 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in New York
Showing 10 of 99 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
Smash House Burgers Queens
Classic AmericanMidtown burger spot serving classic American burgers with customizable toppings.
69-44 Main St · Flushing
Fun burger joint with Instagram-worthy burgers and playful presentations.
2655 Richmond Ave · New Springville
New York Pao De Queijo
OrganicOrganic burger chain offering grass-fed beef, bison, and plant-based options.
31-90 30th St · Astoria
Golden K Burgers
FusionBrazilian-American fusion serving burgers with unique Latin American flavors.
40-17 Bell Blvd · Bayside
Bear Burgers Queens
Thick PattyJamaica burger spot serving thick, hearty patties with generous portions.
122-15 Guy R Brewer Blvd · Jamaica
American Grill
HalalHalal burger chain offering certified halal beef with flavorful spices.
891 Manor Rd · Castleton Corners
BURGERHEAD West Village
HalalHalal burger chain offering certified halal beef with flavorful spices.
353 6th Ave # 2 · West Village
Home Frite
Juicy PattyEast Elmhurst burger joint serving juicy patties with classic toppings.
332 New Dorp Ln · New Dorp
Holy Burgers
Smash BurgerNational chain specializing in smash burgers with crispy, caramelized crusts.
906 3rd Ave · Midtown East
Smashburger
Classic AmericanHell's Kitchen spot serving classic American burgers with simple flavors.
193 W 237th St · Kingsbridge
About New York Burgers
New York rewards curious eaters—burger here might mean smash patties one night and chef-driven gourmet burgers the next. Use this hub to weigh the best burgers citywide, then compare notes with what's happening around Jamaica and Woodside when you feel like roaming.
FoodIndex ranks burgers restaurants across New York with live inputs from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and similar sources, combined into one transparent 0–100 score so sponsored placements do not decide what you see first.
We're highlighting 99 highly rated burgers options in New York; behind each name you'll see coverage spanning diner-style classics, chef-driven gourmet burgers, smash patties, plant-based stacks, and more. Scores move when fresh ratings roll in, which keeps the leaderboard honest for return visits.
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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
The top burgers spots in New York are ranked by FoodIndex using a 0–100 score built from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats, and other signals. We prioritize places with strong, recent review volume and consistent ratings—then order them by that combined score.
New York is part of New York's food scene—think neighborhood favorites, diverse cuisines, and steady foot traffic from locals and visitors. This list focuses on burgers specifically, using data rather than editorial picks.
We aggregate star ratings, review counts, and recency across platforms, then normalize everything into one transparent score. That helps you compare apples-to-apples even when review patterns differ by platform.
Yes. As new reviews publish and ratings change, scores are recalculated so the leaderboard reflects the latest available data.
We love hearing suggestions. Reach out via our contact page with the restaurant name and location—we use it to prioritize future coverage and data checks.