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The best burgers in New York City
Start with Bernie's in Greenpoint for the burger and the shrimp cocktail, Joseph Leonard in West Village for the burger at dinner or the brunch plates and Rolo's in Ridgewood for the wood-grilled meats and the focaccia, or the burger at lunch. Here are all 6, with what to get at each.
- Bernie'sGreenpoint · American diner
Get: the burger and the shrimp cocktail. Hearty American comfort food by McCarren Park
Retro diner-style spot in Greenpoint with a laid-back vibe, known for griddle classics and weekend brunch.
- Joseph LeonardWest Village · American bistro
Get: the burger at dinner or the brunch plates. A small corner room with regulars at the bar
Cozy, rustic-chic West Village spot for brunch and shared plates, always crowded with a lively neighborhood feel.
- Rolo'sRidgewood · American diner
Get: the wood-grilled meats and the focaccia, or the burger at lunch. A Ridgewood favorite
Lively Ridgewood neighborhood spot in an old German hall, known for smashburgers and a fun, packed bar scene.
- Sip & GuzzleWest Village
Get: The wagyu burger, served at the bar
A cocktail bar whose burger went viral, so now there's a line before the doors open.
- The Polo BarMidtown East · American
Get: the Polo Bar burger, corned beef sandwich, popovers, salmon tartare
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce had dinner here in November 2025.
- Raoul'sSoHo · French bistro
Get: the steak au poivre, or the burger au poivre at the bar. A SoHo fixture since 1975
Iconic SoHo French bistro since the 1970s, known for steak au poivre and a dim, bohemian atmosphere.
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Where is the best burgers in New York City?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with Bernie's (Greenpoint), Joseph Leonard (West Village) and Rolo's (Ridgewood). All 6 places are on this page with what to get, where they are and a map.
What should I order?
At Bernie's, get the burger and the shrimp cocktail. Hearty American comfort food by McCarren Park. At Joseph Leonard, get the burger at dinner or the brunch plates. A small corner room with regulars at the bar. At Rolo's, get the wood-grilled meats and the focaccia, or the burger at lunch. A Ridgewood favorite. At Sip & Guzzle, get the wagyu burger, served at the bar.
Which neighborhood is best for burgers in New York City?
Most of these are in West Village. The map on this page shows every one, numbered like the list.
How does Chef Amazing pick these?
From Chef Amazing’s city guide and lists for New York City: the places critics, chefs and locals keep recommending, checked and kept current, with what to order at each. Nobody pays to be on them.
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