We know burger-lovers are constantly tempted by restaurants claiming they’ve mastered the best burger in town, only to be let down when they’re served up anything less than succulent, juicy hand-crafted excellence. So, we’ve done the digging and sifted through the noise to round up the indisputable best burger joints in Sydney. So strap in, because you’re in for double stacked, flavour packed, sauce dripping burger royalty.
Dad & Dave’s is not for the faint hearted (and it’s certainly not what the doctor would advise), but, if you’re a lover of mammoth, triple stacked burgers dripping with cheese and extra toppings this place is a no-brainer. The burgers at Dad & Daves are stacked and packed with your favourite staples like succulent beef, crispy bacon, juicy southern fried chicken, plus all of the tasty extras a burger lover could dream of. Salivating yet?
Address: 45 Mitchell Rd Brookvale, AU-NSW 2100
Reviews rating: 4.9/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Dad & Dave’s Brewing)
Different drummer is not your average burger joint. This New York-inspired bar is a staple of the inner west scene, adored for its tasty cocktails and, you guessed it… delicious burgers. It’s the perfect place to round up your friends, sip on some Margaritas, indulge in a few share plates, and build up to the star of the night, a mouth-watering, perfectly-cooked, beauty of a burger.
Address: 185 Glebe Point Rd Glebe, AU-NSW 2037
Reviews rating: 4.9/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Different Drummer)
Servin’ up award-winning burgers, this Bankstown Brewhouse is a burger enthusiasts’ paradise. With burgers like ‘The Mighty Brew Beast’, boasting two succulent, grilled beef patties, double bacon topped with double cheese, lettuce, tomato, beetroot, onion, and drenched in secret sauce, it’s no surprise Basement Brewhouse has turned heads and scored accolades.
Address: Bankstown Sports Club, 8 Greenfield Parade Bankstown, AU-NSW 2200
Reviews rating: 4.7/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Basement Brewhouse)
The ultimate combo of stylish laneway eatery and cosy, casual comfort, Padstow Park Hotel is the perfect spot to smash down your favourite tasty burger under draped fairy lights and an ambiance just right. If you’re looking for the classics like Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Classic Beef, Vego, and Double Cheese done right, you’ve lucked out. Padstow Park Hotel knows how to pack the flavour on your favourites, and they do it perfectly, every time.
Address: 31-33 Howard Road Padstow, AU-NSW 2211
Reviews rating: 4.6/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Padstow Park Hotel)
If you dream of wrapping your hands around a hot, juicy burger while relaxing with your closest friends in a newly renovated dining space or beer garden, your dreams have come true at The Mill Hotel. Indulge in delectable burgers crafted by experienced chefs using fresh, premium ingredients and cooked to perfection. The Mill is the perfect go-to for your everyday burger cravings or to host a celebratory feast with friends.
Address: 189 Beaconsfield Street Milperra, AU-NSW 2214
Reviews rating: 4.4/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about The Mill Hotel)
Introducing, the home of the ‘Beaches’ best burgers’.That’s right, this place takes the crown by popular opinion. Dee Why Hotel is in the heart of the Northern Beaches and has been affectionately coined ‘the pub’ by locals. It boasts a stand-out brasserie menu with an undeniable star selection, the humble burger (although they’re a little more jazzed up than your average burger). At Dee Why Hotel, you’re truly spoilt for choice.
Address: 834 Pittwater Road Dee Why, AU-NSW 2099
Reviews rating: 4.3/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Dee Why Hotel)
The Bullhorn Saloon is a western playground for the little kids and the big kids. We all know our friends in the USA get around their beastly burgers, and this American-inspired saloon is no different. Let the friendly team serve you up some big boy burgers to get you salivating. In their own words, if it ‘Moo’s, oinks, or clucks’, it can be whacked on a burger. They’ve even got a ‘Buffalo Veggie Burger’ if you tend to pass on the whole meat thing.
Address: 18-24 Ingram Rd Wahroonga, AU-NSW 2076
Reviews rating: 4.2/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about The Bullhorn Saloon)
Feast your eyes on stunning harbour views, iconic music memorabilia, and burgers too big for your belly at the Hard Rock Cafe. They’ve got an impressive selection of succulent, flavourful burgers, sure to rock your senses and satisfy those cravings. If you’re a lover of live music, it’s a double whammy! Hard Rock hosts live artists on their iconic stage, so you can fill your belly while the live tunes fill the room.
Address: Level 1 & 2 of Harbourside Centre, 2-10 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Reviews rating: 4.0/5 (Check out what OpenTable diners are saying about Hard Rock Cafe – Sydney)
We know you’ve got to be craving for a burger right about now. So, don’t let us keep you any longer. Pick your favourite spot, and treat yourself to the best burgers near you.