Chow Down On The Best Burgers In Sydney

The Gidley Burger isn't just our favourite, it's been named one of the World's Top 25 Burgers. Double beef patties, rich cheddar, pickles and a pillowy milk bun make it a cult classic, also found at The Rover in Surry Hills.

Rockpool Bar & Grill delivers one of Sydney's most luxurious burger experiences. Inside the grand Art Deco dining room, find the David Blackmore Full Blood Wagyu Burger, stacked with richly marbled wagyu beef, smoky bacon, gruyere and zuni pickles. At $26, it's surprisingly approachable.

No best burger guide would be complete without Bar Luca. Everyone talks about the Blame Canada burger, but for us it's all about the Gucci Jang, loaded with karaage chicken, gochujang sauce, corn cheese poutine and kimchi aioli. At just $22, it's seriously tasty.

From the team behind Happyfield, Happy Shop spins the same playful, retro Americana energy into a fast-paced Haberfield takeaway, leaning into nostalgic comfort food like brekkie muffins and beignets. The standout burger is The BIG Happy: double beef patty, cheddar, pickles, onion and signature sauce.

Paul's Famous Hamburgers is pure old-school Sydney nostalgia. What began in 1957 as a tiny hole-in-the-wall on Princes Highway has become an iconic institution. Seedless bun, juicy beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion and sauce, done without gimmicks, proving simple burgers are the hardest to beat.

Mary's Burgers have reached cult status in Sydney. Known for loud rock vibes and no-frills American-style fast food, Mary's is all about burgers done right. Go for the Mary's Burger with beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and signature sauce, at multiple locations across the city.

Our pick at Ume Burger is the Tonkatsu Burger, featuring hand-crumbed pork mince katsu with tonkatsu sauce, Japanese mayo, shredded cabbage and onion. Known for bold Japanese flavours and quality ingredients, with many favourites under $20, it's one of Sydney's best spots for inventive burgers.

Our pick at Elements Smokehouse is the Firehouse Smoked Burger, stacked with a 250g wagyu patty, fried egg, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, smoky habanero BBQ and Smokehouse sauce. Juicy, bold and perfectly balanced, it makes Elements one of Sydney's best American steakhouses.

The standout at JB & Sons is The Papi, a juicy beef burger stacked with crispy smoked bacon, melted cheese, onion, tomato, lettuce, pickles and their signature sauce. Simple, loaded with flavour and perfectly balanced, it's why this burger earns its spot on every list.

This standout creation features a crispy fried prawn patty paired with cucumber pickles, house slaw and a punchy chilli mayo, fresh, crunchy and full of flavour. Add Bunsik's friendly service and cozy vibes, and it's easy to see why it's become a favourite among locals.

Our pick at Slim's is the Slim's Original, a classic Angus beef burger done to perfection. Juicy beef, melted cheese, grilled onion, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Slim's signature spread come together in simple harmony, with everything made fresh daily from locally sourced produce.

At this all-day CBD osteria from Odd Culture Group, the Bruno Burger is a quiet standout among the Italian fare: a wagyu patty topped with provolone, Red Leicester, burger relish and onion rings. At just $14, it's the easy order during daily happy hour.

A family-run rock and roll burger joint on Glenayr Avenue, Bonditony's has been slinging stacked, sloppy burgers to sandy, post-surf Bondi crowds for years. The Boss Burger is the local favourite, backed by huge portions, friendly owner Tony and walls dressed in music memorabilia.

From chef Neil Perry, Cafe Margaret is home to the No.3 World's Best Burger for 2026 and No.1 in Australia: an American cheeseburger of CopperTree Farms brisket and chuck, American cheese, rose mayo, onion and pickles on a milk bun. A Double Bay must-visit.