20 best cheeseburgers in America ranked

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A big juicy cheese burger (Image via Getty)

20 best cheeseburgers in America ranked

Cheeseburgers are staple to Americans (Image via Getty)
Cheeseburgers are staple to Americans (Image via Getty)

When it comes to things "all things American that have gone global," burgers top the list. All kinds of carbs and fats dipped in a variety of sauces, burgers can be found everywhere, from high-end Michelin-star restaurants to roadside stalls. While many versions of burgers have been developed across the globe, nothing can beat the charm of a classic cheeseburger. So, here we have a list of the best burgers across America to satisfy your cravings.

20. Alden and Harlow Restaurant

The Secret Burger (Image via Instagram/@aldenharlow)
The Secret Burger (Image via Instagram/@aldenharlow)

Situated at Cambridge, Alden and Harlow serve a variety of American delicacies in a modern and comfortable space. Chef Micheal Scelfo's creation, "the secret burger," has a following of its own. The patty of the burger is made of Creekstone Farms ground brisket, beef, and short rib and is topped with sharp cheddar cheese, gem lettuce, a secret sauce, butter pickles, and salted onions.

19. Motz Burgers, Detroit

Burger at Motz (Image via Instagram/@motzsburgers)
Burger at Motz (Image via Instagram/@motzsburgers)

Serving delicious burgers since 1929, this family-owned restaurant has been serving delicious sliders for years. The buns used in making these burgers are fresh and are topped with a generous amount of American cheese and caramelized onions. The patty is made of a hundred percent beef and is topped with pickles as well.

18. Matt's Bar

Matt's (Image via mattsbar.com)
Matt's (Image via mattsbar.com)

Believed to be the home of the original "Juicy Lucy burger," Matt's Bar has completed its journey from a neighborhood eatery to a nationally popular restaurant. Matt's has now won many awards like being featured in New York Times and Man v/s Food. Each juicy lucy is crafted in fresh buns, a high-quality beef patty, and molten cheese.

17. Abbey burger

Burger from Abbey's (Image via abbeyburger.com)
Burger from Abbey's (Image via abbeyburger.com)

You will be surprised to see the variety of options here. Their Angus beef burger is a popular seller. Present at multiple locations, you can wash down their succulent burgers with beer. You can find exotic meat burgers here with kangaroo and camel meat. You can build your own options here from a variety of options or choose one from the chef's recommendations.

16. Cotten's Famous Hamburgers

Classic cheeseburgers from Cotten's (Image via cottensfamoushamburgers.com)
Classic cheeseburgers from Cotten's (Image via cottensfamoushamburgers.com)

Voted best hamburgers in Lake Charles around 11 times. You can have a classic delicious hamburger with sides like onion rings. The meat served here is known as "King of the Chill." Enjoy your juicy burger with some lemonade or unsweetened tea. If you wish to try something new, try out a shrimp burger or a classic egg/fish burger.

15. Hill East Burger

Hill East Burger (Image via Instagram/@hilleastburger)
Hill East Burger (Image via Instagram/@hilleastburger)

At Hill East Burgers, you can relish smoked burgers, stiff cocktails, cold beers, bread puddings, and other variety of snacks. The smashed burgers here are thin and are loaded with crispy-edged patties. One of the most popular items on the menu here is the Lancester burger, topped with bacon, arugula, pickled onions, and their homemade hot sauce.

14. Cozy Inn, Salina

Cozy Inn (Image via cozyburger.com)
Cozy Inn (Image via cozyburger.com)

This is a roadside institution located in Salina. Steeped in American history and fried onions, this diner has been operating since 1922. Their beef sliders are palm-sized and are called "cozies," and are topped with onions, pickles, ketchup, and mustard and cost only 10$ for half a dozen.

13. The Loyalist

Flavorsome burgers at The Loyalist (Image via Instagram/@theloyalistchicago)
Flavorsome burgers at The Loyalist (Image via Instagram/@theloyalistchicago)

Inspired by French restaurants, this posh eatery and bar is tucked in Chicago. It is a perfect place to gather with family and friends. The burger patty here is made of short rib, bacon, and chuck, giving it a deliciously smoky flavor. It is served with caramelized onions and gooey cheese. Well put, it's refreshing to have such a loaded burger at this upscale eatery.

12. Miner-Dunn

Juicy burgers from Miner-Dunn (Image via minerdunnhamburgers.com)
Juicy burgers from Miner-Dunn (Image via minerdunnhamburgers.com)

Located in Highland, Indiana, Miner-Dunn has been serving delicious hamburgers since 1932. Their handcrafted burgers are made and include a quarter-pound patty with relish, mustard, onions, and ketchup. You can also enjoy a bigger burger, which includes a double meat patty with bacon, eggs, double cheese, and some crispy onion rings.

11. Bee's Knees Pub

Burger from Bee's Knees Pub (Image via www.beeskneespub.com)
Burger from Bee's Knees Pub (Image via www.beeskneespub.com)

This is a happening spot located in Idaho Falls where you can come with friends or colleagues to chill. You will find comfort food like steaks and sandwiches, and you can wash them with cool beverages. The menu here features big burgers with half-pound patties and melted cheese. You can try their unique barbeque burgers as well.

10. NFA Burger

NFA Burgers (Image via Instagram/@nfaburger)
NFA Burgers (Image via Instagram/@nfaburger)

Well, Atlanta has quite a few burger joints that have made their mark. NFA Burger is located inside a gas station. From the parking lot, you can smell delicious burgers being cooked in the kitchen. But this is not your regular gas station. You will have picnic tables placed neatly there to enjoy their fluffy burgers.

9. Burgers on Bishop

A beef burger (Image via Getty)
A beef burger (Image via Getty)

Located inside a mall in Honolulu, Burgers on Bishop has served burgers with a tint of Asian flavors for years. They have burgers with interesting flavors, like one with their house-made teriyaki sauce. You can try their Wagyu burger, made with sauteed onions and wild mushrooms. Breakfast is served all day here!

8. The Laundromat

Burger at Laundromat (Image via Instagram/@thelaundromatsf)
Burger at Laundromat (Image via Instagram/@thelaundromatsf)

Located in San Francisco in Richmond, Laundromat serves delicious smashburgers. Enjoy their variety of burgers, the best of which are known as double burgers served with a potato salad. They also have a vegetarian version with a crispy vegetarian patty for all vegetarians. Enjoy their bagels and pizzas as well.

7. Goldburgers

Burger at Goldburgers (Image via Instagram/@goldburgers.newington)
Burger at Goldburgers (Image via Instagram/@goldburgers.newington)

Innovative burgers are served here at Goldburgers in Newington. Their succulent giant burgers are refreshing and high-quality, made from high-quality meat and locally sourced vegetables. Enjoy their burgers with two juicy patties, their signature sauce, molten cheese, lettuce, onions, and pickles. They also have vegetarian burgers for non-meat lovers.

6. Restaurant 55

Succulent burgers at Restaurant 55 (Image via myrestaurant55.com)
Succulent burgers at Restaurant 55 (Image via myrestaurant55.com)

This is a small tavern run by a father-daughter duo. A favorite party hub, you can enjoy a variety of soups, salads, pasta, and snacks. Choose from their specially curated burger menu. One of the favorites on the menu is the Lunch Counter Legend, with thousand island dressing, gruyere, and sauteed onions.

5. Red Hook Tavern

Red Hook Tavern (Image via Instagram/@redhooktavernbk)
Red Hook Tavern (Image via Instagram/@redhooktavernbk)

Located in New York, this is a place to share a bottle of wine and enjoy good snacks with friends. This cozy, tavern-style eatery has a classic burger, which is one of the most fulfilling things that you will taste. Featuring a sesame bun, meat patty, caramelized onions, and melted cheese, you will find this burger on almost all tables at this eatery.

4. Rehab Burger Therapy

El Chapo burger (Image via Instagram/@rehabburgertherapy)
El Chapo burger (Image via Instagram/@rehabburgertherapy)

Situated in Scottsdale, this is a burger haven for locals and visitors alike. This playful spot serves almost 20 different types of burgers here. You can try their interesting toppings like Mac n cheese, sauteed ribeye steak, and jalapeno poppers. Their pulled pork burgers are also a must-try.

3. Family Friend

Cheeseburger (Image via Getty)
Cheeseburger (Image via Getty)

Located in Seattle, Washington, this restaurant has a lot of best burger trophies to its name. The burger here has a beefy, rich patty with caramelized onions, American cheese, some kewpie, a sprinkle of black pepper, and buns dipped in drippings. This diner is a good place to visit with family.

2. Nancy's Hustle

Burger at Nancy's (Image via Instagram/@nancyshustle)
Burger at Nancy's (Image via Instagram/@nancyshustle)

A modern bistro outside Houston, Nancy's is all about cocktails, wine, cider, and all things buttery and delicious. Try out their famous Nancy burger, a double patty cheeseburger with a twist-- it has the classic English bun, which makes it even better!

1. Vicki's Lunch Van

Burger from Vicki's Van (Image via Instagram/@midwestnicemakes)
Burger from Vicki's Van (Image via Instagram/@midwestnicemakes)

Located in Montgomery, who would have a food van will serve the absolute best burger in all of America. Open only from Tuesdays to Fridays, Vicki is a breath of fresh air with their grilled patties made fresh on a flat pan. The burgers come in three variations- 4,6, and 8-oz sizes and are topped with classic toppings like cheese, onions, and pickles.

Edited by Anshika Jain
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