Dining
The 5 Best Burgers in London
Smashed, stacked and properly seasoned: where to find the best burger in London.
In short: our top picks are Bleecker Burger, Patty and Bun and Black Bear Burger. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
The burger is a simple thing done badly almost everywhere and brilliantly in a few places. London has both in abundance. These are the rooms and counters getting the bun, the beef and the balance right, from cult smash spots to grown-up dining-room versions.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bleecker Burger | Spitalfields | ££ |
| Patty and Bun | Marylebone | ££ |
| Black Bear Burger | Shoreditch | ££ |
| Honest Burgers | Brixton | ££ |
| Four Legs at The Compton Arms | Islington | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
Bleecker Burger
Why we pick itNo-nonsense American-style burgers from a former lawyer; the cheeseburger is a London benchmark.
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Patty and Bun
Why we pick itThe Ari Gold cheeseburger that built a following; smoky, messy and exactly right.
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Black Bear Burger
Why we pick itQuality beef cooked medium by default; a purists smash with proper fries.
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Honest Burgers
Why we pick itThe reliable all-rounder; the rosemary-salted chips are as much the draw as the burger.
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Four Legs at The Compton Arms
Why we pick itA pub burger with a cult reputation; served only certain days, so check before you go.
Before you book
The cult places often have queues and no bookings, so go off-peak. Order it as the kitchen suggests rather than over-customising, and do not skip the fries; at the best places they are half the point. Cash or card, go hungry.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Bleecker Burger is our editor's choice: No-nonsense American-style burgers from a former lawyer; the cheeseburger is a London benchmark. Bleecker Burger, Patty and Bun and Black Bear Burger lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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