Chow Down On The Best Burgers In Sydney
Where to Find the Best Burgers in Sydney
Written and tasted by burger lovers, these are Sydney's best burgers right now, from high-end wagyu to the classic Aussie burger with the lot.
The Gidley Burger isn't just our favourite in Sydney. It has been named one of the World's Top 25 Burgers. Double beef patties, rich cheddar, pickles and a pillowy milk bun have made it a cult favourite, and now the world agrees. You can find it at The Gidley in the CBD or The Rover…
Rockpool Bar & Grill delivers one of Sydney's most luxurious burger experiences. Inside the grand Art Deco dining room, known more for premium steaks and polished business lunches, you will find the David Blackmore Full Blood Wagyu Burger quietly stealing the show. Stacked with richly marbled wagyu beef, smoky bacon, gruyere cheese and sharp zuni…
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. It's loaded with karaage chicken, gochujang sauce, corn cheese poutine, golden curry, kimchi aioli and shallots. At just $22, it is bold, flavour-packed and seriously tasty.
From the team behind Happyfield, Happy Shop takes the same playful energy and retro Americana vibes and spins them into a fast-paced takeaway burger and breakfast spot in Haberfield. While Happyfield became famous for its towering pancake stacks, Happy Shop leans hard into nostalgic comfort food, from brekkie muffins and hash browns to New Orleans-style…
Paul's Famous Hamburgers is pure old-school Sydney nostalgia. What began in 1957 as a tiny "hole in the wall" burger operation on Princes Highway has become one of the city's most iconic burger institutions. Walk inside today and it still feels gloriously stuck in time, somewhere between a 1970s milk bar and a roadside diner.…
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. With multiple locations across the city, Mary's is a must-try for any burger lover.
Our pick at Ume Burger is the Tonkatsu Burger, featuring hand-crumbed pork mince katsu with tonkatsu sauce, Japanese mayo, shredded cabbage and onion. Ume is known for bold Japanese flavours and quality ingredients. With many favourites under $20, Ume Burger is one of Sydney's best spots for inventive burgers with a Japanese twist.
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 delivers premium beef, big flavour and just the right amount of heat, making Elements Smokehouse one of Sydney's best…
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 burger sauce. It is simple, loaded with flavour and perfectly balanced, which is why it earns its spot on every best burger in Sydney list.
This standout creation features a crispy fried prawn patty paired with cucumber pickles, house slaw and a punchy chilli mayo. It is fresh, crunchy and full of flavour, striking the perfect balance between heat and zing. Add in Bunsik's friendly service and cozy vibes, and it is easy to see why this burger has become…
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 100 per cent Angus beef, locally sourced produce and everything made fresh daily, it is a perfectly balanced burger that…
