• Question: Why is New York City a popular destination for foodies?
    Answer: New York City is an amazing destination for foodies from all over the world, offering a wide variety of culinary experiences.
  • Question: What menu item is particularly popular in New York City?
    Answer: The burger is one of the most pervasive menu items in New York City.
  • Question: How have New York City restaurants elevated the burger?
    Answer: Restaurants have taken the humble American burger, dressed it up in a variety of different ways, and made it the centerpiece on some of the city's most popular menus.

⮕ Bite Into a Juicy Classic at Whitmans

Home of the legendary “Juicy Lucy,” this East Village favorite serves burgers stuffed, stacked, and seriously satisfying.

Bite Into a Juicy Classic at Whitmans

© Whitmans

Whitmans in the East Village is a small, cozy burger joint focused on a seasonal menu. The restaurant is owned by native New Yorkers and is committed to using fresh, local ingredients. The burger that guarantees their presence on this list is their take on the Minneapolis favorite, the “Juicy Lucy”. This burger features a patty made from beef short rib with a scoop of pimento cheese stuffed inside.

Several other burgers are featured on their menu, including the Bluicy, a blue cheese version of the Juicy Lucy, a PB&B Burger with peanut butter and bacon on it, and the Bacon, Egg and Cheese, which is a twist on the classic breakfast sandwich. They feature a popular cheesesteak as well as a veggie burger and a kale salad.

406 E 9th Street, New York, NY 10009, Phone: 212-228-8011

⮕ Go Organic and Bold at Bareburger

Grass-fed patties, sustainable ingredients, and build-your-own magic make this spot a go-to for guilt-free indulgence.

Go Organic and Bold at Bareburger

© Bareburger

Bareburger started out as a little restaurant in Queens but has turned into a popular chain of restaurants serving up burgers, salads, milkshakes, beers, and more. The chain has a strong commitment to running a sustainable restaurant serving organic food and the tables and fixtures are made from recycled and sustainable products.

The to-go containers are biodegradable and each menu item is made from certified organic ingredients. The menu features several specialty burgers as well as a “Be My Burger” option, which is a build-your-own burger with nearly limitless possible combinations. Side options include fries, onion rings, and a wide selection of pickles.

535 Laguardia Place, New York, NY 10012, Phone: 212-477-8125

⮕ If You Want a Steakhouse with Swagger, Reserve at Bowery Meat Company

Where dry-aged beef meets downtown cool—this is steak night done with NYC style and finesse.

If You Want a Steakhouse with Swagger, Reserve at Bowery Meat Company

© Bowery Meat Company

A meat-centered restaurant open only for dinner, the Bowery Meat Company serves up a mean cheeseburger. The burger often gets rated the best burger in New York and is featured alongside other meaty entrees. The beef is dry aged, served on a brioche bun from the Royal Crown Bakery, and topped with griddled onions, raclette cheese, and a tomato aioli.

It comes with a huge serving of fries and pickled vegetables from the Pickle Guys on Essex Street. Their menu really has something for everyone with fantastic starters, such as salmon sashimi and wagyu meatballs, as well as salad and pasta entree options to satisfy the whole family.

9 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10003, Phone: 212-460-5255

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