The burger is a universally beloved food, or at least an American classic. We can rejoice in its simplicity – meat, bun and done – or enjoy a culinary creation with accoutrements of all kinds. Whatever style of burger you’re craving, New Jersey has got you covered. The following list features some of the best burgers in New Jersey, including vegetarian options. Being a big burger fan, this is my second list on the subject, adding to my first: These 15 Burger Joints In New Jersey Will Make Your Taste Buds Explode. Please note that this isn’t a ranking… head to the burger joint nearest you and get noshing.
- The Chatterbox Drive-In, Augusta
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Facebook/The Chatterbox Drive-In The Certified Angus burgers at this retro joint were voted “best burger” for three years in a row by New Jersey Herald readers. Try the Sinatra Burger with peppers, onions and brown gravy, Sombrero Burger with avocado, salsa and pepper jack cheese, or choose from two vegetarian options.
- Steve’s Burgers, Garfield
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Facebook/Steve’s Burgers Scoring 5-star reviews on Google and high marks on Yelp, you’ll love this roadside stop. Prices are affordable and the cheeseburgers are to live for. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the Steve Burger (pictured) with onion rings and special sauce.
- Loaded Burgers N BBQ, Garwood
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Facebook/Loaded Burgers N BBQ Burgers are made to order, so add whatever you want. Toppings include bacon, avocado, fried shallots, 7 kinds of cheese and more.
- Augie’s Burgers, Wildwood
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Facebook/Augie’s Burgers While the classic burger options are all scrumptious, the real stars are the stuffed burgers - burgers filled with peppers, mushrooms and more. Try the Bacon Cheddar (pictured) or Jalapeno Popper for a kick.
- The Pop Shop, Collingswood/Medford
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Facebook/The Pop Shop An old school soda shop with a modern menu, the burger selection is incredibly inventive. Try the Breakfast Burger (American cheese, a fried egg, bacon, frizzled onions and hash browns on toasted white bread) or the Biloxi Blue Crab Burger (Cajun burger with seasoned crab meat and blue cheese on a bun). Visit during burger month (May) for unique creations daily. You can also build your own burger with a wide variety of toppings - choose from a beef, turkey or veggie patty.
- Scotty G’s Burgers, Clinton
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Facebook/Scotty G’s Burgers You’ll love the signature seasoned burgers, with all seasonings hand made and blended in-house. BYOB (build your own burger) starting with 1 of 7 patties (including a veggie patty) and your choice of cheeses and toppings. Every bite is full of flavor.
- Margate Dairy Bar & Burgers, Margate City
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Yelp/Melissa P. The beef burgers are made with a mix of angus beef, short rib and brisket. They are always fresh, never frozen and hormone-free. However, what makes this spot really stand out is the mouthwatering lamb burger. Turkey and veggie burgers are also available.
- New Park Tavern, Jersey City
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New Park Tavern, Jersey City Jersey City offers a variety of fantastic burger joints, but New Park Tavern’s burgers were voted the very best by the Jersey Journal. You can get almost anything on a burger here, including Taylor Ham. Reviewers have called it “burger heaven.”
- Burger 25, Toms River
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Facebook/Burger 25 These angus burgers have been awarded numerous accolades including being voted best burger on the Jersey Shore by the Asbury Park Press and best burger in New Jersey by MSN. Choose from 25 varieties, including the burger of the month, and don’t miss the milkshakes for dessert. Not sure what to try first? The French Onion Soup Burger is a favorite, along with the Frisky Whiskey (angus beef patty topped with Jack Daniels, caramelized onions, provolone cheese, Jack Daniels sauce, crispy onion straws and bacon on an onion roll).
- Lil’ Burgers, Nutley
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Yelp/Edwin M. These burgers are small in size and price, but big on flavor. Most burgers are under $2! Try the Wrangler Burger with BBQ sauce and topped with an onion ring. Veggie options and fish sliders are also available.
- Burger Town Bistro, Englishtown
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Facebook/Burger Town Bistro Choose from chicken burgers, turkey burgers, seafood burgers, veggie burgers and a variety of beef burgers. Try the Magic Mac with mac n’ cheese and bacon on Texas toast or the Flying Hawaiian with ham, swiss, pineapples and drizzled teriyaki sauce. Chocolate lovers will enjoy the Chocolate Cake Crunch milkshake for dessert.
- The Pour House, Westmont (Haddon Township)
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Yelp/Mariella S. This casual beer bar offers a unique selection of burgers including the Great Western (bison, BBQ sauce, onion straws, cheddar) which can’t be missed. Another favorite is the Second Coming (dry aged sirloin, chopped tomatoes, roasted garlic aioli, gruyere cheese, shoestring fries and a pickle), voted Philly’s favorite burger.
Before you wonder why New Jersey legends like White Mana and Left Bank Burgers are not on this list, it’s simply because I wanted to bring you brand new burgers to enjoy. These icons, among others, were featured on my first list (mentioned earlier): These 15 Burger Joints In New Jersey Will Make Your Taste Buds Explode. For more New Jersey comfort food, see my previous post: These 12 Pizza Places In New Jersey Are So Good That Your Mouth May Explode.
Facebook/The Chatterbox Drive-In
The Certified Angus burgers at this retro joint were voted “best burger” for three years in a row by New Jersey Herald readers. Try the Sinatra Burger with peppers, onions and brown gravy, Sombrero Burger with avocado, salsa and pepper jack cheese, or choose from two vegetarian options.
Facebook/Steve’s Burgers
Scoring 5-star reviews on Google and high marks on Yelp, you’ll love this roadside stop. Prices are affordable and the cheeseburgers are to live for. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the Steve Burger (pictured) with onion rings and special sauce.
Facebook/Loaded Burgers N BBQ
Burgers are made to order, so add whatever you want. Toppings include bacon, avocado, fried shallots, 7 kinds of cheese and more.
Yelp/Raven N.
Facebook/Augie’s Burgers
While the classic burger options are all scrumptious, the real stars are the stuffed burgers - burgers filled with peppers, mushrooms and more. Try the Bacon Cheddar (pictured) or Jalapeno Popper for a kick.
Yelp/Erin M.
Facebook/The Pop Shop
An old school soda shop with a modern menu, the burger selection is incredibly inventive. Try the Breakfast Burger (American cheese, a fried egg, bacon, frizzled onions and hash browns on toasted white bread) or the Biloxi Blue Crab Burger (Cajun burger with seasoned crab meat and blue cheese on a bun). Visit during burger month (May) for unique creations daily. You can also build your own burger with a wide variety of toppings - choose from a beef, turkey or veggie patty.
Facebook/Scotty G’s Burgers
You’ll love the signature seasoned burgers, with all seasonings hand made and blended in-house. BYOB (build your own burger) starting with 1 of 7 patties (including a veggie patty) and your choice of cheeses and toppings. Every bite is full of flavor.
Facebook/Margate Dairy Bar & Burgers
Yelp/Melissa P.
The beef burgers are made with a mix of angus beef, short rib and brisket. They are always fresh, never frozen and hormone-free. However, what makes this spot really stand out is the mouthwatering lamb burger. Turkey and veggie burgers are also available.
Yelp/Greg C.
New Park Tavern, Jersey City
Jersey City offers a variety of fantastic burger joints, but New Park Tavern’s burgers were voted the very best by the Jersey Journal. You can get almost anything on a burger here, including Taylor Ham. Reviewers have called it “burger heaven.”
Facebook/Burger25
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These angus burgers have been awarded numerous accolades including being voted best burger on the Jersey Shore by the Asbury Park Press and best burger in New Jersey by MSN. Choose from 25 varieties, including the burger of the month, and don’t miss the milkshakes for dessert. Not sure what to try first? The French Onion Soup Burger is a favorite, along with the Frisky Whiskey (angus beef patty topped with Jack Daniels, caramelized onions, provolone cheese, Jack Daniels sauce, crispy onion straws and bacon on an onion roll).
Yelp/Bill L.
Yelp/Edwin M.
These burgers are small in size and price, but big on flavor. Most burgers are under $2! Try the Wrangler Burger with BBQ sauce and topped with an onion ring. Veggie options and fish sliders are also available.
Facebook/Burger Town Bistro
Choose from chicken burgers, turkey burgers, seafood burgers, veggie burgers and a variety of beef burgers. Try the Magic Mac with mac n’ cheese and bacon on Texas toast or the Flying Hawaiian with ham, swiss, pineapples and drizzled teriyaki sauce. Chocolate lovers will enjoy the Chocolate Cake Crunch milkshake for dessert.
Yelp/Jon S.
Yelp/Mariella S.
This casual beer bar offers a unique selection of burgers including the Great Western (bison, BBQ sauce, onion straws, cheddar) which can’t be missed. Another favorite is the Second Coming (dry aged sirloin, chopped tomatoes, roasted garlic aioli, gruyere cheese, shoestring fries and a pickle), voted Philly’s favorite burger.
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