By: Carie Ziebell and Sarah Finkel By: Carie Ziebell and Sarah Finkel | May 1, 2024 | Food & Drink,
Trendy food comes and goes, but there's always that one meal that will never go out of style: a nice juicy burger. Just like gas stations and grocery stores, it's always good to know of one top-notch joint near you to sit down and eat a mouthwatering burger. That's why we’ve rounded up a list of the best burger spots in Miami.
Whether you’re searching for something simple or maybe something with a modern flair on a classic sandwich, we’ve got you covered on all the best spots to indulge in a delicious burger.
322 NW 24th St. / Website
Skinny Louie is the man, the myth and the legend behind Wynwood's first smash'd burger joint. Some might know him as the Smash King, rightfully so because he's crafted an original smash burger recipe from the gods, made of 100% fresh black angus beef and complemented by thin and crispy fries. Think larger and you can make your smash burger a double or a triple, and pair it with a milkshake while you're at it.
14831 Biscayne Blvd. / Website
When it comes to making craft burgers from scratch with quality ingredients everyday, La Birra Bar knows what they’re doing. With over 20 years of burger making experience, the La Birra Bar staff is dedicated to love, passion and are wholeheartedly obsessed with what they do. At La Birra Bar quality is not a question. From hand kneading their buns in the kitchen to grinding meat with perfect balance, they have mastered the art of creating the perfect burger. Be sure to try their South Florida Wine and Food Festival People's Choice award winner, Golden Burger. With two 4-ounce beef patties and their secret mayo sauce, this delectable sandwich is sure to make your heart happy and your stomach full.
36 NE 1st St. / Website
While this kosher-style Israeli Mediterranean restaurant has many top notch Middle Eastern dishes, their Lebanese Burger is surely one of the best. With a strong belief on the importance of freshness, Motek Cafe sources only the highest quality grade “A” 100% Glatt kosher meat in all of their chicken, beef and lamb dishes. Their unique and award winning Arayes Burger features their kosher and grass-fed Lebanese beef stuffed into a perfectly crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside pita. While it may not be the traditional American-style burger, it is sure to rock your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.
380 NW 26th St. / Website
Legendary New York-based Parisian bistro Pastis is more than just its steak frites. The Cheeseburger à l’Américaine is sensational, oozing with all the fixings needed for a journey to heaven with each bite. You absolutely must order a side of fries, which are the thin, shoestring variety the French are known to master. If you're into gourmet food but find yourself craving something a little messier from time to time, the Pastis burger is for you.
151 NE 41st St. / Website
This members-only dining establishment by Major Food Group is home to a burger that only Miami's in-the-know is lucky enough to taste. Serving high-end Japanese cuisine with ingredients flown in from Tokyo, ZZ's Club delivers excellence time and time again.
112 Ocean Drive / Website
This chef driven steakhouse not only offers an innovative menu in a high energy environment, but also a delicious and highly quality burger. Prime 112 stays true to their philosophy of supplying the best ingredients to their clientele at a traditional fare. Made from the highest quality grade kobe beef, this one pound burger is nothing short of stellar. Pair it with their delicious crispy white truffle french fries to experience the traditional burger and fries meal at a non-traditional gourmet level.
6789 Biscayne Blvd.,Website
Located in the historic MIMO district, this 70’s style inspired restaurant is the one stop shop to get your favorite comfort foods bumped up a notch. What food is more comforting than a burger? Blue Collar features a delectable Dry Aged Cheeseburger made with a high quality New York strip steak and a tender brisket. Served with American cheese on a semi-sweet Portuguese muffin with your choice of a soup or salad, this meal makes for the perfect subtle combination of sweet and savory.
2003 N Miami Ave. / Website
A Wynwood favorite, KUSH By Lokal's limited selection food menu demonstrates their principle that quality, not quantity, is what people truly crave. At KUSH, everything is made from scratch with ingredients always sourced from local Florida farms. Be sure to try their Frita Kush Burger, which has been voted one of the top 52 burgers in the US. This beauty is topped with sweet guava jelly, potato stix, bacon, swiss cheese and their secret Lokal sauce. With beef delivered from a Fort McCoy farm every week that is hand ground in-house, KUSH By Lokal has the skilled team and best ingredients to make the perfect burger.
3444 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove / Website
As a recommended spot by the Michelin Guide, Chug's Diner is a Coconut Grove institution, and the Chug Burger is a rare delight. With limited Chug Burgers available only on Thursday, this item isn’t actually printed on the menu. Still, you’ll definitely want to get your hands on it before their limited quantity runs out. While this burger may be exclusive, it is an absolute must.
4385 Collins Ave. / Website
This burger might be worth the Soho Beach House membership alone. Soho House’s classic Dirty Burger is a must-order anytime you’re lounging by the pool or beach. Topped with mustard, aged cheddar and tomato in a fresh brioche bun, this burger is a unique delight.
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