Where to Grab the Best Burgers in Melbourne

If you’re on the ellaslist wavelength, you’ll probably agree that burgers are the MVP of food groups. We reckon there’s nothing not to love about a flavour-packed patty and cheese smushed between a bun and adorned with all manner of attendant items (and by that we mean the unsung heroes of the piece—the pickles, relishes, spicy sauces and beyond!).

Burgers in Melbourne are a firm forever favourite in most households we know, so we’re here to dish the dirt on where to get the very best burgers in Melbourne.

Where to Grab the Best Burgers in Melbourne

1. Royal Stacks

Inspired by US burger giant Shake Shack, Royal Stacks has brought some of that quintessential American burger culture to Melbourne, and the results across the five Royal Stacks restaurants speak for themselves.

100% Australian beef is a stalwart on the menu, and local produce is used wherever possible. The selection on offer is utterly mouth-watering, and if we had to pick one, we’d suggest you opt for the Dandenong Grammar, which boasts two patties, double Swiss cheese, caramelised onion and truffle mayo. Drool!

Location: Multiple across Melbourne—see Royal Stacks Locations for details.

2. Betty’s Burgers

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, we’re willing to bet you don’t need us to give you the Betty’s Burgers spiel.

There are multiple locations across Melbourne, and each of them serves up the same fresh, juicy burgers, sides and shakes that the brand is so well-known for, making them one of our favourite spots for the best burgers in Melbourne.

We can’t move past a Classic at Betty’s, served as is with Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese and special sauce. For the little ones, there are some equally as delicious options to please the young customers!

Location: multiple throughout Melbourne—visit Betty’s Burgers Locations for details.

3. 300 Grams

With a shop in both Northcote and Coburg, 300 Grams is a popular pick for the best burgers in Melbourne.

Their secret to such delicious burgers? A ‘smash’ patty, which is then pressed onto the grill until crispy. Our choice is the Hot Bird - Southern fried chicken, cheese, slaw and chilli mayo. Lots of the 300 Grams burgers can be made vegan with a plant-based or a vegan fried-chicken patty, making it an ultra-inclusive choice whatever your dietary requirements.

Location: Multiple across Melbourne—see 300 Grams for a venue near you.

4. Easey’s

For some of the best burgers in Melbourne plus hotdogs, loaded fries and a drool-worthy array of sides (lookin’ at you corn ribs and Mac n cheese bites!), served in a novel and unique location, look no further than Easey’s.

Situated five stories up in a rooftop train carriage overlooking Melbourne city, Easey’s draws a huge crowd thanks to the view, but it’s the burgers that keep people coming back. The Oklahoma Fried Onion Cheeseburger is a popular pick, and we’ll take a portion of Chilli Cheese fries while we’re at it, thanks!

Location: 48 Easey Street, Collingwood

5. Brüger

If you're craving a burger experience that's both innovative and delectable, Brüger is the place to go.

With 10 flavour combos to choose from, Brüger has made a name for itself with its gourmet burger creations. Each burger is a masterpiece, featuring perfectly seasoned, juicy patties, fresh, high-quality ingredients, and unique flavour combinations that will leave you wanting more. The buns are always soft and fresh, complementing the rich and savoury fillings beautifully.

Location: Multiple across Melbourne - visit Brüger to find a venue near you.

6. Arbory Bar and Eatery

Arbory is a vibrant outdoor bar situated between the Yarra River and Flinders Street Station, at the beating heart of Melbourne’s coveted riverside arts and entertainment precinct. And the burgers? They’re a real hit, and part of a bigger menu, which makes it a great place to visit with burger-lovers and non-burger lovers alike.

The Crumbed Mushroom and Halloumi burger is a treat and served with crinkle-cut chips for a fun finish!

Location: Flinders Walk, Melbourne

7. Metro Burgers

Situated on the ultra-popular Degraves Street, Metro Burgers is a cool, inner-city hangout with a diverse and delicious menu.

Our go-to is the Lamb Burger - fresh lamb tenderloin with tzatziki, French mustard, mixed salad, tomato and red onion. Delicious.

Location: 12 Degraves Street, Melbourne

8. Mr Burger

With roving food trucks and permanent venues across Melbourne and Hobart, Mr Burger boasts a menu of some of the best burgers in Melbourne.

The Mr Double is pretty hard to move past - packing double the beef, bacon and cheese into one bun with lashings of Trucker Sauce; the top-secret MVP of the Mr Burger lineup.

Location: Multiple across Melbourne—visit Mr Burger Locations for details.

9. Danny's

When it comes to sinking your teeth into one of the best burgers in Melbourne, Danny's Burgers stands out as an absolute must-visit.

Nestled in the heart of Fitzroy, Danny's has been serving up mouth-watering, old-school burgers since 1945. This iconic joint is beloved for its no-fuss, classic approach to burgers, with juicy patties, fresh ingredients, and that perfect grill-kissed flavour. Whether you're a local or just passing through, a trip to Danny's is a rite of passage for any patty enthusiast. 

Location: 360 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North

10. Rizin's Smash Burgers

Rizin's Smash Burgers in Dandenong is known for its super affordable yet insanely delicious burgers.

With 100% halal ingredients, the care and dedication of the grill masters are evident in every bite. Think cloud-soft, fluffy buns, juicy and quality meat, and fresh salad—never greasy, always perfect.

Their fried chicken burgers are just as delicious as the beef options, and there's even a crispy 'shroom burger to delight your plant-based friends.

Location: 132 Walker St, Dandenong

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