If you’re craving a delicious burger in the ATL, you’re in luck! We’ve got tons of delicious options to scratch that burger itch! So ditch McDonalds for one of these local restaurants, serving up some of the best burgers in all of Atlanta! Whether you’re looking for a cheesy beef burger or a delicious plant-based burger, there’s plenty of delicious burger joints to choose from the in ATL! Keep scrolling to check out our recommendations of the best 10 burgers in Atlanta!
1. Farm Burger
Where: Buckhead, Virginia-Highland, Decatur
With three locations across Atlanta, Farm Burger has gained quite the reputation. Reasonably priced and extremely cozy, this place is a great option for your search to find the Supreme Atlantan burger. Their grass-fed are locally raised, and they’ve got options for vegan and gluten free burgers as well! We recommend their No. 6, double bacon cheeseburger… MMMM!
2. NFA Burger
Where: Dunwoody & Avalon
Home to the self-proclaimed ‘only burger you’ll ever need’. With several awards and locals craving more, NFL may become your regular burger joint. The menu is small, but the food will speak for itself. Try your burger with a side of their Sassy Tots. Their new location is opened up in Avalon, so you can check it out instead of a grab and go burger now too!
3. Grindhouse Killer Burgers
Where: Piedmont, Memorial, Decatur, Brookhaven, the ATL airport
These burgers really are killer! With a cult-classic grind house film themed restaurant and some of the most mouthwatering burgers in the ATL, Grindhouse is like a delicious classic diner meets a modern themed concept! Try their Euro-style burger with a side of cheesy poofs (fried pimento cheese with a sweet chili sauce)!
4. The Vortex
Where: Five Little Points, Midtown
One of the absolute OG burger restaurants in Atlanta, The Vortex is famous for their stacked-high burgers and iconic decor alike! (You literally walk through the mouth of a skull to get inside the L5P location!) This classic burger spot even made it onto Man Vs. Food, with their over-the-top burgers! You can’t go wrong with a burger from Vortex.
5. The Varsity
Where: Midtown
Controversial, maybe, but the Varsity has some of the best fast causal burgers in Atlanta. And everyone who lives here has either been or seen the iconic red V in Midtown ATL! The Varsity is also one of the ‘most beloved burger joints in the Southeast‘ according to Southern Living Magazine! But don’t just take their word for it… try out the Varsity for yourself!
6. Stockyard Burgers And Bones
Where: Vinings, Marietta Square
For the ultimate all-American feast, head to Stockyard Burgers And Bones. Their delicious burgers and sides are Instagram ready. We suggest trying as many burgers as you can, but you have to get the Stockyard Tots! The Sweet Potato Tots are served with Pulled Pork, Cheddar, Green Onions & BBQ Ranch!
7. Mix´d Up
Where: East Lake, Grant Park
Mix’D UP started as a rock-n-roll inspired food truck serving gourmet burgers blended with all kinds of flavors from around the world. Make sure you go on an empty stomach, Atlanta. These epic burgers are totally OTT, and we love it!
8. Slutty Vegan
Where: Multiple Locations
The list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the mouthwatering vegan spot, Slutty Vegan! With creative, delicious, and a 100% vegan menu, you can feel good about what you’re eating! Slutty Vegan is one of the most popular spots in the ATL for a reason. It’s just one of many delicious Black-owned restaurants in the ATL that you can support! We recommend their ‘Sloppy Toppy’ burger, loaded with jalapeños!
9. The Deer and the Dove
Where: Decatur
If you’re looking for a fancy burger, then you’ve gotta check out The Deer and the Dove in Decatur Square! Their D&D Grilled Burger is truly delicious, especially if you get it with Shaved White Summer Truffles… mouthwatering!
10. Fred’s Meat and Bread
Where: Krog Street Market
As the name suggests, this is the perfect place to get some meat and carbs! Obviously, the burgers at Fred’s are awesome! We suggest either getting a chicken sandwich, or keeping it classic with a cheeseburger.
So grab a delicious burger, right here in the ATL! What’s your favorite burger in town? Let us know!