Beef babes, patty patrons and dill pickle dames; get ready for a mouthwatering list of some of Manchester's naughtiest stacks. From proper pulled pork and glistening brioche buns to street food-inspired crispy chicken, there's no shortage of restaurants offering seriously tasty goods around these parts. Check out our top recommendations for the best burgers in Manchester and get your mitts on this piled-high mastery.
Shack Bar & Grill is Northern Quarter's top spot for the most monstrous and over-the-top patties you'll ever see. Their menu includes epic creations like the Mac Attack, The Smokehouse, the Korean BBQ pork belly bun, and the Ball Park Burger, which comes with two patties, American cheese, sliced hot dog, waffle fries, ketchup, and mustard.
Calling all fried chicken fanatics. If you're after the best halal burgers in Manchester, Yard & Coop's cluck-tastic options are sure to satisfy. This joint is the place to be for finger-lickin' good fried chicken, tasty sides, and killer cocktails in a fun setting. They're all about putting a global spin on classic Kentucky-style grub and getting creative with spices, marinades, and sauces to give you the juiciest, most flavourful meat you've ever tried. Plus, they source their goods from one certified Shropshire farm, so you can be sure these crispy, fried beauties are top-quality.
This place for juicy burgers in the Northern Quarter is all about hangover busting. Think succulent meat or vegetarian options, mouthwatering toppings and perfectly cooked buns at Foundry Project, all paired with bottomless booze for when you're in need of hair of the dog. Dishing out some seriously scrumptious plates, their food lineup highlights the epic Burgers of Filth, which are as messy and delightful as they sound. We'd recommend trying out the Black and Gold, which features a double beef patty, Bury black pudding, American-style cheese, and burger sauce.
While primarily known for its unique cocktails, The Alchemist is also famed for serving the best burger in Manchester. Head down to their MediaCity location and choose from diving into a gastronomic adventure on the stunning outdoor terrace or indoors in their copper-clad wonderland to indulge in some seriously tempting burger choices. We're talking goodies like the cheeseburger, the plant-based phish finger burger, or the Korean fried chicken burger with gochujang glaze, pickled slaw and sriracha mayo.
Nothing goes with a juicy burger quite like a hearty dose of craft beer, and that's just what you're set to be spoiled with at modern British pub, Crafty Pig. Mosey down for urban industrial interiors, bulging patties and Americana bites. The menu is packed to the brim with an array of mouthwatering burgers, all served in a toasted bun with ketchup, crunchy lettuce, chopped onion, and pickles, alongside skinny fries and BBQ sauce. You can opt for a beef patty, buttermilk-coated chicken, or grilled meat and load 'em up with your favourite toppings.
Top 10 best burgers in Manchester, you ask? BrewDog is one cool place to get your lips around some fluffy buns. Their monstrous burgers are stacked with indulgent treats and include goodies like the Cluck Norris, featuring buttermilk fried chicken, avocado, and cajun mayo, along with the beefy Jackpot, topped with chorizo, black pudding, blue cheese, and BBQ sauce.
To add to that, there are plant-based options too, which come with a 2 for 1 offer on Mondays. For afters, make your way up to the breezy rooftop bar, which offers stunning vistas and a variety of craft beers or vino.
The perfect mix of bowling, boozing, and dining near bustling Oxford Road, this hotspot comes equipped with five full-length ten-pin bowling lanes and sleek interiors to revel in while you fetch classic cocktails and tasty bites late into the night. Plus, Wynwood Lanes certainly isn't the underdog when it comes to their oh-so-beaut buns. Another den of American bites, this place is serving up twists on classics, including the insane 'Lane Closer', which has three patties, pulled pork and a mini burger perched on top - yes, really.
Cheat day treat at one of the best places for burgers in Manchester, anyone? Fronting grub inspired by New Orleans, Blues Kitchen is a buzzy joint that is bound to keep you coming back for more of its buffalo sauce or brisket-topped stacks, which are accompanied by live music. Step inside the moody and contemporary venue decked out in dim lighting and stained glass windows to indulge in patties like the Bacon Double Smashburger, the Hot Chicken Buffalo Sandwich, and the KFC Burger. It's a real toe-tappin', lip-smackin' good time.
Building a cult following in London, Honest Burgers is now vying for the title of the best burger takeaway in Manchester while also having one of the most gorgeous rooftop terraces in the city to boot. Located in the revamped Manchester Hall on Bridge Street, this meaty joint offers 100% British beef patties alongside vegan and veggie options, served with their signature homemade rosemary salt chips. They use only chuck and rib caps in their burgers, chopping their meat instead of mincing it to lock in the flavour and juices. Whether you fancy bacon or Southern fried patties, you'll find it all here.
A favourite Chorlton hangout known for its comfort food and candyfloss cocktails, The Laundrette also delivers on the burger front. Step inside to find a cosy and inviting space, complete with exposed brick, rustic furniture and pops of colour sprinkled all over. Throw your diet out the window and dive into the mouthwatering Laundrette Signature Burger with Angus Aberdeen patty, caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and top-secret burger sauce. Or go for the buttermilk chicken burger with crispy bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, chipotle mayo, and rocket.
Make your way down to Elnecot in Ancoats for an evening of finger-lickin' goodness and you'll find a trio of burgers waiting to feast on. Choose between umami-glazed Welsh wagyu with cheddar cheese, hot honey fried chicken and a vegan sloppy Joe to enjoy in an industrial-style venue decked out with sleek concrete details and pops of sunny yellow furniture.
Stomach rumbling for a deliciously meaty burger? With their top-notch meat expertise and prime ingredients, Hawksmoor knows how to whip up some seriously tasty beef patties and sandwich them between mouthwatering brioche buns. Their focus on high-quality British beef and premium ingredients like Ogleshield cheese and beef short-rib sets them apart from the competition. Plus, dining in the swish surrounds of an old Victorian Courthouse adds to the whole experience.
While best known for its sensational seafood small plates and precision-crafted cocktails, that's not the full story behind New York Street's Bar Shrimp. Its menu also boasts one of Manchester's best burgers. Think thick Dexter beef patties with proper hand cut fries and all kinds of sauce.
Take your pick of tipples to wash it down, from the signature Shrimp Spritz to ice cold beers and fine fizz.
Fancy a patty and bun in cutesy surrounds? The Piccadilly venue of Archie's is a pretty-in-pink haven with an adult-sized ball pit serving delicious grub and drinks. This Manchester hotspot is a legend in the North West and beyond, with epic smashed star burgers, creative shakes, and mouthwatering chicken dishes on offer. Burger recommendations? Try the Sweet Alabama with maple syrup, turkey bacon, and BBQ sauce, or the Chicken Cheetos with buttermilk fried chicken and hot cheese sauce smothered in crunchy Cheetos.
After the best burger places in Manchester city centre? Mediterranean den Pupa should fit the bill. Offering a taste of European cuisine in the heart of Turner Street, this joint serves up all sorts of grilled goods, from juicy steaks to lip-smackingly rich lamb chops. As for burgers, this cool Northern Quarter spot boasts Aberdeen angus beef smothered in whisky BBQ sauce and caramelised onions - swoon.
