Best Burgers in Upper West Side (2026)
3 places ranked using live data from Google, Yelp, Uber Eats & many other platforms
Top Rated Burgers in Upper West Side
Showing 3 of 3 restaurants · Ranked by FoodIndex score
7th Street Burger
Angus BeefModern roadside burger chain with Angus beef, crinkle fries, and creamy shakes.
424 Amsterdam Ave · Upper West Side
Bareburger
Smash BurgerPizzeria also serving Detroit-style smash burgers with crispy edges.
2233 Broadway · Upper West Side
Holy Cow Burgers
Smash BurgerSouth Bronx smash burger spot with ultra-crispy, thin patties.
23 W 100th St · Upper West Side
About Upper West Side Burgers
Local burger energy in Upper West Side shows up as plant-based stacks on some corners and diner-style classics on others—classic New York overlap. Compare listings here, then keep Williamsburg and Rockaway Beach in mind if you like to hop neighborhoods for your next burger.
On this URL we only surface burgers spots tied to Upper West Side, but each still earns its rank with the same 0–100 blend we use New York-wide, so you can trust the signal even when the geography is small.
These 3 Upper West Side burgers entries emphasize diner-style classics, chef-driven gourmet burgers, smash patties, plant-based stacks, and more, prioritized by the latest blended signals—not editorial payola. Check back after major review bursts and you'll notice the rankings breathing with the city.
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, Bareburger, and Holy Cow Burgers are considered some of the best burger spots in Upper West Side 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 Upper West Side. 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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