I strongly disagree with the inclusion of BLT Burger. I do agree that they are overstacked, but further, I can't say they are at all tasty or enjoyable to eat. They are forgettable.
I would like to highlight Zaitzeff - whose busty, super-juicy patties on a buttery Portuguese muffin runs serious (or onion rings) around BLT any day.
I also cannot stand Molly's - they're too big, and too tasteless - I actually wrote about this not too long ago:
BLT Burger is "above average" at best. LaFrieda meat doesn't automatically make a burger great (that goes for Stand also)... BRGR is much better than either of them.
Stand is much better than BRGR...and Stand wasn't good enough to make the list. There are almost no grilled burgers on the ist -- although the Number One burger is a grilled one, strangely enough. I can't figure it out.
@Big B: I haven't been to brgr in over a year, but the few times I went I found it pretty tasteless and mushy all throughout, which wasn't cool considering the price. Did I just have bad experiences? :(
I still think that the Motz Burger is an urban legend, or at best a phenomenon similar to Manhattanhenge where twice a year it appears only momentarily. I only say this because on the many occasions I've ever been to the Water Taxi Beach they've never actually carried the mythical Motz Burger.
Hrmm maybe, or it might be that 1) I caught Stand and BLT on a bad day and 2) at BRGR (only) I tend to get that bacon bleu cheese burger that is covering the beef too much. BRGR is nearby so I have gone there a lot compared to only once at the others. Also, that blueberry pomegranite shake is mad good and makes the whole experience better.
Is this thread about the best hamburgers, or about the musings of Manhattan-centric faux hipsters? Top of the heap has to be the burger at Donovan's in Woodside with a shout out to the $20 burger at 21 Club and of course the burger at Peter Luger ( but why aren't you having steak at PL?)
Only one Brooklyn burger mention??? Blasphemy! I direct you to Bonnie's Grill (where the burgers are coated with a mix of spices before cooking) and Dumont (where you get pickled onions to dress your burger, on top of a super high-quality bun) for delicious Brooklyn burgers. Want photos? www.eatbrooklynfood.blogspot.com
I think the burgers at David Copperfields on York Ave needs a shout out too. Maybe not top ten, but still high up on the list of delicious NYC burgers.
I think the burgers at David Copperfields on York Ave needs a shout out too. Maybe not top ten, but still high up on the list of delicious NYC burgers.
i've had that burger at Donovan's on the day of the super bowl when that place had no wait. Place wasn't even close to packed. The patty was requested at medium rare and it came medium well. Not overly beefy or juicy, and no outter crust. I'm sure it tastes good when you're downing beers, but that burger is overrated or it's inconsistently cooked.
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Not even a mention of Burger Joint? Harsh.
Loweeel at 10:27AM on 02/27/09
That looks soooooooooo yummy!
Lvn4life at 10:59AM on 02/27/09
I strongly disagree with the inclusion of BLT Burger. I do agree that they are overstacked, but further, I can't say they are at all tasty or enjoyable to eat. They are forgettable.
I would like to highlight Zaitzeff - whose busty, super-juicy patties on a buttery Portuguese muffin runs serious (or onion rings) around BLT any day.
I also cannot stand Molly's - they're too big, and too tasteless - I actually wrote about this not too long ago:
http://www.ubereater.com/2009/01/mollys-shebeen-shoulda-been-betterthan.html
All in all a solid list, but Veselka, BLT and Molly's gotta go...
The Ubereater
www.ubereater.com
Ubereater at 11:21AM on 02/27/09
That picture is a thing of beauty. Drooool.
Laren Spirer at 11:51AM on 02/27/09
I hated Zaitzeff, bring on the JG Melon!
ChiefHDB at 2:11PM on 02/27/09
BLT Burger is "above average" at best. LaFrieda meat doesn't automatically make a burger great (that goes for Stand also)... BRGR is much better than either of them.
Big B at 2:22PM on 02/27/09
Stand is much better than BRGR...and Stand wasn't good enough to make the list. There are almost no grilled burgers on the ist -- although the Number One burger is a grilled one, strangely enough. I can't figure it out.
jozersky at 2:36PM on 02/27/09
@Big B: I haven't been to brgr in over a year, but the few times I went I found it pretty tasteless and mushy all throughout, which wasn't cool considering the price. Did I just have bad experiences? :(
Robyn Lee at 2:43PM on 02/27/09
I still think that the Motz Burger is an urban legend, or at best a phenomenon similar to Manhattanhenge where twice a year it appears only momentarily. I only say this because on the many occasions I've ever been to the Water Taxi Beach they've never actually carried the mythical Motz Burger.
Someday, someday...
Young at 7:45PM on 02/27/09
Agreed, CheifHDB. Any list that doesn't include JG's burger just feels wrong.
April at 12:33PM on 02/28/09
Hrmm maybe, or it might be that 1) I caught Stand and BLT on a bad day and 2) at BRGR (only) I tend to get that bacon bleu cheese burger that is covering the beef too much. BRGR is nearby so I have gone there a lot compared to only once at the others. Also, that blueberry pomegranite shake is mad good and makes the whole experience better.
Big B at 10:43AM on 03/01/09
Is this thread about the best hamburgers, or about the musings of Manhattan-centric faux hipsters? Top of the heap has to be the burger at Donovan's in Woodside with a shout out to the $20 burger at 21 Club and of course the burger at Peter Luger ( but why aren't you having steak at PL?)
timmernyc at 9:37PM on 03/01/09
Only one Brooklyn burger mention??? Blasphemy! I direct you to Bonnie's Grill (where the burgers are coated with a mix of spices before cooking) and Dumont (where you get pickled onions to dress your burger, on top of a super high-quality bun) for delicious Brooklyn burgers. Want photos? www.eatbrooklynfood.blogspot.com
EatItBrooklyn at 9:48PM on 03/01/09
I think the burgers at David Copperfields on York Ave needs a shout out too. Maybe not top ten, but still high up on the list of delicious NYC burgers.
BurgsAndBeers at 11:38AM on 03/02/09
I think the burgers at David Copperfields on York Ave needs a shout out too. Maybe not top ten, but still high up on the list of delicious NYC burgers.
BurgsAndBeers at 11:39AM on 03/02/09
i've had that burger at Donovan's on the day of the super bowl when that place had no wait. Place wasn't even close to packed. The patty was requested at medium rare and it came medium well. Not overly beefy or juicy, and no outter crust. I'm sure it tastes good when you're downing beers, but that burger is overrated or it's inconsistently cooked.
foodinmouth at 12:06PM on 03/02/09
I've always been a fan of the Blue 9 burger.
Montana Eats at 1:29PM on 05/01/09