Philadelphia may be famous for cheesesteaks, but the city has an excellent burger scene. From tavern classics to modern gastropubs, Philly delivers quality across all neighborhoods.
Philly Favorites
Village Whiskey
$$$ • Rittenhouse
Jose Garces spot. Top-tier burger.
Lucky's Last Chance
$$ • Manayunk
Manayunk institution.
Sketch Burger
$$ • Fishtown
Fishtown favorite. Great veggie options.
Tavern Classics
Good Dog Bar
$$ • Center City
Famous Roquefort-stuffed burger.
Royal Tavern
$$ • Bella Vista
South Philly gastropub.
Devil's Den
$$ • South Philly
Craft beer haven with solid burger.
Quick Options
Shake Shack
$$ • Multiple Locations
NYC transplant. Center City presence.
Five Guys
$$ • Multiple Locations
Virginia chain. Reliable.
Elevation Burger
$$ • Multiple Locations
Organic grassfed option.
Pro Tip: Good Dog Bar's burger has a molten Roquefort center—order it medium to keep the cheese perfectly melted.