🍔 NYC Cheeseburger Rankings

My personal quest to find the best cheeseburgers in New York City.

Note: These rankings are currently from my Beli @samlevine, but I will be redoing them in 2026 and revisiting every single one. The tags, prices, and ratings may not be accurate or up to date. Photos will come with the new reviews.

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#1
$$$$
4 Charles Prime Rib
West Village, NYC
5.0

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. An exceptional steakhouse burger that sets the gold standard.

Classic
Steakhouse
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#2
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Monkey Bar
Midtown East, NYC
4.9

Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris. An upscale experience with impeccable execution.

Classic
Bar
Upscale
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#3
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Minetta Tavern
Greenwich Village, NYC
4.8

Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore. A legendary burger in a storied French bistro setting.

Classic
Gastropub
French Bistro
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#4
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Au Cheval
Tribeca, NYC
4.8

Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia. Chicago's legendary burger makes its NYC mark.

Classic
Gastropub
Upscale
Reviewed in 2024 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#5
$$$
Peter Luger Steak House
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
4.8

Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem. An iconic Brooklyn institution with a burger that lives up to the hype.

Classic
Steakhouse
Reviewed in 2023 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#6
$$$
Nowon
East Village, NYC
4.7

Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit. A Korean-influenced burger that brings unique flavors to the table.

Smash
Gastropub
Korean
Reviewed in 2024 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#7
$$$
Red Hook Tavern
Red Hook, Brooklyn
4.7

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. A neighborhood gem with a burger that's worth the trip.

Classic
Gastropub
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#8
$$$
Rolo's
Ridgewood, Queens
4.7

Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. A trendy spot with a burger that backs up the hype.

Smash
Bar
Trendy
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#9
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K.O. Burger
Lower East Side, NYC
4.6

Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco. Proof that great burgers don't need fancy settings.

Smash
Counter Service
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#10
$$$$
The Polo Bar
Midtown East, NYC
4.5

Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse. Ralph Lauren's restaurant serves up a burger with as much style as substance.

Classic
Upscale
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#11
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Fairfax
West Village, NYC
4.5

Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident. A neighborhood favorite with good vibes and a solid burger.

Smash
Gastropub
Casual Sit Down
Trendy
Reviewed in 2025 • Will be revisited in 2026

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#12
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Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer
Midtown Manhattan, NYC
4.3

Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error. Known for their crazy milkshakes, but the burger holds its own.

Classic
Casual Sit Down
Reviewed in 2023 • Will be revisited in 2026

More Reviews Coming Soon!

I'm constantly exploring new burger spots. Check back regularly for updated rankings and new discoveries.