The Best Burgers In London For 2025

A sought-after location for burgers in the capital, Maxwell's slings out perfect patties on the regular. Think US-style stacks in buttery, brioche buns, with fillings such as smoked bacon and pickles, with vegan alternatives available too.

Having been around since 1972, it's clear that these guys have perfected the recipe, and their casual, welcoming interiors are pretty popular too. Visiting between 12 and 5pm Sunday to Friday? Then be sure to nab classic and signature cocktails for only £6.50 each.

The Three Compasses is a charming East End pub that's known for having some of the best beer and burgers around. The Dalston venue is home to an ever-changing residency of street food pop-ups, this is a fantastic space to indulge in patties and pints with your pals.

Their current kitchen residents Filthy Buns are slinging out all sorts of wild combinations, from smashed beef topped with scotch bonnet and pineapple jam to crispy chicken thigh and a hash brown in your bun. 50% of their menu is plant-based, while the other half is made with the finest free range meat from Ginger Pig. Plus, you can get a burger and a beer for just £10 between 5 and 6pm Tuesday to Thursday.

Byron's burgers are stacked with flavour and fun, served all over London, from Tottenham Court Road, Covent Garden, South Kensington, and Shepherds Bush. From their signature burger featuring maple bacon, relish and red onions to the Clucky filled with buttermilk fried chicken, smashed avocado, Sriracha hot honey and pickled red onions, it's clear that they take their patty game seriously.

As for sides? Their mac 'n' cheese and hot honey wings always hit the spot. Plus, they have an array of mouthwatering milkshakes and beers to quench your thirst after your monster meal.

For sumptuous burgers in the London Bridge area, we highly recommend checking out Britannia. Barbecue lovers will go crazy for this one as it totes smoked bacon, shaved beef brisket patties and buttermilk fried chicken slapped together with brioche buns and delicious toppings.

The US-inspired venue cooks their meat in a traditional way, though there are a few modern British touches on the menu. Pair these bites with whisky or a delicious beer, and be sure to check out their rotating Burger of the Month.

Located in Walthamstow, as part of the Blackhorse Beer Mile, Signature Brew Blackhorse Road is a great choice for freshly brewed beer. They've got 12 different lines of the stuff up for grabs, alongside all kinds of local and artisan spirits or wines.

Munch on hearty burgers from & Bone Burgers, from fried chicken buns to plant-based patties with dirty fries. These can be enjoyed in the trendy venue itself, or in the spacious outdoor area.

One of the ultimate spots for breakfast burgers in London, The Breakfast Club brings you some of the most well-dressed patties in town, putting together banging bites such as the avocado, egg and cheese number, or classic cheeseburgers, plus the fried chicken and chipotle mayonnaise stack.

With venues everywhere from Old Compton Street to Hoxton and London Bridge, you're bound to be near one of these cheerful cafes. 

Found  in Walthamstow this quirky taproom is a must for beer and burgers. The Collab was created in 2019 by Paul Human and Sam McGregor, bringing together their enviable knowledge of both culinary skills and drinks, and they've welcomed a number of chefs into their kitchen over the years for collaboration menus.

Expect a hearty selection of international-inspired buns on the menu, from towers of hot honey chicken drenched in baconnaise to slow-cooked barbecue pork belly and some of the best smash burgers in London - with plenty of plant-based options to choose from as well.

One of the most cool burger places in London, the Abbey Tavern also serves up a slamming selection of eats from their kitchen residents The Jerk Valley of London. The trendy space promises a huge urban beer garden and casual interiors, with live screens showing sports both inside and outside.

Their entirely halal menu promises a Caribbean twist on the classics, from a jerk chicken burger to halloumi or spicy bean patties loaded with homemade barbecue sauce and spiced mayonnaise.

Having started out in Brixton back in 2011, Honest Burgers quickly went from zero to hero. Their outposts in Soho, Peckham, Bank and far beyond sling out their usual locally sourced stacks, rosemary fries and craft pints, with lots of fun collaborations available throughout the year. 

They often have special guest burgers that are unique to each venue, so it's worth visiting more than one spot. Classics include the pesto chicken, the veggie fritter or a chilli beef, served in welcoming, laid-back surrounds.

The Ship has to be one of the best beer and burger spots in London, promising amazing views from its outdoor terrace - particularly if you visit at sunset. Located on the banks of the River Thames, this bustling boozer cooks up a scrumptious selection of stacks, to be enjoyed alongside refreshing pints.

Head here for dairy cattle beef burgers topped with Cornish cheddar and Young's ale chutney, or a plant-based patty with all the same-trimmings, minus the meat and cheese.

Providing you with mouthwatering patties and award-winning craft beers, Two More Years is your one-stop shop for booze and burgers.. The Hackney Wick spot has also got you covered for organic wine and alfresco sips, with stunning views of the river from their warehouse-style space.

Lucky Chip are cooking up a storm in the kitchen, with six different burgers to choose from. All their patties are made from wagyu beef raised in the UK, with fried chicken and vegan buns up for grabs too.

With an in-house butcher ensuring only the freshest cuts of meat reach your plate, The Butcher's Tap & Grill in Chelsea is a must-visit. Run by Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge, the talented kitchen team are whipping up juicy burgers made with British beef, chicken or portobello mushrooms - topped with everything from bacon and blue cheese to carrot pakora.

The stylish gastropub is also a top choice for sports fans, thanks to TV screens dotted around the space. Expect trendy tiled walls and leather seating, and if you visit between 5 and 8pm on a Sunday you can even catch live music.

Looking for a casual pub where burgers reign supreme? The Leyton Star is where it's at. While boasting classic boozer aesthetics, this place is anything but. That's because it hosts fab kitchen residencies, many of which sling out hearty American-style stacks that are sure to blow your socks off.

Current residents Lazy's Burgers are cooking up the likes of bacon and blue cheese burgers, veggie patties topped with American cheese and dray-aged beef topped with bernaise sauce, for as little as £8.95 for a single.

For a fluffy bun heaving with meat, cheese and all sorts of delicious toppings (washed down using a pint of something tasty) mosey on over to Blues Kitchen Camden, Brixton or Shoreditch. These US-inspired haunts also promise a regular lineup of live music, from singers to jazz bands.

Munch on scrumptious burgers made from aged beef patties, crispy hot honey chicken, vegan meat alternatives or even shrimp. Enjoy a blue cheese dip on the side, or maybe even chicken gravy.

For mouthwatering craft beer and burgers, venture to Wolfpack in West Hampstead and Fulham. The old-school boozer promises traditional wooden furnishings, comfy leather seating and plenty of HD screens showing live sports, as well as a menu of luxury junk food.

There are all sorts of burgers to get stuck into here, from grass-fed beef brisket patties topped with streaky bacon and cheese to panko-coated buttermilk chicken thigh or plant-based protein with a tomato relish.

If you're looking for an affordable bite to eat in a laid-back restaurant, then head to one of Gourmet Burger Kitchen's outposts across London in the likes of South Kensington, Stratford and Greenwich. Their burgers start from only £4.95, and they've got one of the biggest ranges in the city.

Whether you're in the mood for smashed beef in a blue cheese crumb, Korean barbecue chicken with kimchi slaw or one of four different plant-based patties loaded with vegan mayonnaise and avocado. 

Previously named as the best burger in London by Topjaw, LAGOM is a Swedish-inspired kitchen that has taken up residency at Hackney Church Brew Co. Critically-acclaimed chef Elliot Cunningham is at the helm, dreaming up delicious burgers for as little as £9 each.

His hogget and boar smash burger has got people talking, served with mustard mayo, vinegar slaw and American cheese. While you're devouring it, enjoy freshly brewed beer from their taproom, and be sure to check out their spacious outdoor dining area in the summer months.

You'll most certainly find some top-notch booze and burgers over at Hackney Wick's Colour Factory. Head up to the south-facing terrace, secure a bench overlooking the cool area and browse a tempting menu from Burger & Chop.

Tuck into the likes of the bacon and blue, made with a 5oz aged beef parry and Applewood smoked bacon, or a spicy chicken affair smothered in hot BBQ sauce. 

A five-minute walk away from Old Street station, Blacklock is the place to be for a mouthwatering meaty feast in Shoreditch. Though it's primarily a steakhouse, you can also get your hands on a double cheeseburger loaded with onions that have been caramelised in vermouth, paired with beef dripping chips or kale and parmesan.

The sleek space is housed inside a former Victorian warehouse, and it has become a firm favourite since its opening. As a B Corp-certified restaurant, their social and environmental standards are always high too.

Serving up some of the best burgers London has to offer, Burger & Beyond can be found in Shoreditch, Soho and Borough. Expect vibrant interiors and a lively atmosphere, with a renowned kitchen team slinging out 45-day dry-aged beef patties and refreshing beers to match.

Choose between beef patties loaded up with American cheese and pancetta bacon, hot honey fried chicken or a vegan option smothered in teriyaki sauce - paired with signature sides like bone marrow gravy fries or Buffalo chicken spring rolls.

Doing exactly what it says on the tin, Burger and Lobster have been slinging out premium patties and sumptuous seafood in the capital since 2011. They've got sites everywhere from Knightsbridge to Oxford Circus and West India Quay, as well as international locations in New York, Bangkok and far beyond.

There are five different burgers to choose from, including wagyu beef topped with bone marrow onions, crispy chipotle chicken thighs and smashed panko Symplicity patties layered with aubergine and avocado. Plus, you can secure combos to try a little bit of everything, including lobster rolls and fries.

Considered by many to be one of the top 10 burger restaurants in London, Black Bear has got outposts in Camden, Brixton, Shoreditch, Victoria and Canary Wharf. It's come a long way since their initial pop-up in 2016, founded by Liz Down and her husband Stew, but they still do all their prep in-house, from cutting the fries to making their own sauces and spice rubs.

Their meat comes from an award-winning butcher, reared on a small farm in Devon. Expect a casual, relaxed vibe in their venues, with a menu that features everything from miso bacon and honey burgers to a braised brisket patty coated in garlic mayo.

This award-winning haunt is one of the very best burger restaurants in Central London, with outposts in Victoria, London Bridge, Spitalfields and beyond. They opened their first permanent venue in 2015, after years of selling their tasty treats from a food truck, and they've since expanded with a focus on diversity and inclusion - as well as great burgers, of course.

Tuck into affordable buns that start from just £9.30 each, whether that's a classic cheeseburger, beef drizzled in blue cheese or a vegan patty. Pair these with house fries and thick milkshakes - our favourite is the double chocolate.

Haven't tried MEATliquor yet? Then have we got quite the treat for you. Over at Queens Skate Dine Bowl, these purveyors of perfect patties are slinging out the good stuff alongside killer cocktails. Whether it's beef, chicken or plant-based you're after, this joint is sure to provide.

When you're done with your juicy burgers, there's plenty to keep you entertained - think augmented reality darts, arcade games and bowling. Plus, you can get a burger and a side for only £12.45 between 12 and 4pm Monday to Friday.