Philadelphia boasts countless restaurants, bars, and pubs serving excellent burgers, from classic bar-style offerings to sophisticated creations prepared by the city’s top chefs, write Jason Sheehan, Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine.
In Rittenhouse Square, a.kitchen continues to serve the signature burger that chef Eli Collins introduced upon joining: a double-patty creation with Cooper Sharp, Dijonaise, and cornichon relish, all embraced by a toasted High Street bun. This burger has earned its reputation as a gold standard for the city’s finest burgers.
For a straightforward and juicy all-beef burger on a roll priced at only $6, visit Fountain Porter in East Passyunk.
Rex at the Royal in Graduate Hospital tops its burgers with spicy pimento cheese, making the restaurant worth a special visit. Each bite delivers melty richness and a hint of heat that complements the medium-rare beef perfectly.
At Huda in Center City, the house-made milk bun steals the spotlight, delivering a pillowy sweetness that perfectly balances the caramelized onion, Huda sauce, and pickled green tomatoes.
The burger at Honeysuckle in Callowhill is the epitome of indulgence, with two patties crowned by Cooper Sharp, caviar remoulade, delicate truffle shavings, and a touch of gold leaf.
Read more about where in Philly to get the best burgers in Philadelphia Magazine.
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Editor’s Note: This post first appeared on PHILADELPHIA Today in October 2025.
