The Best Burger in Georgia
Looking for the best burger in Georgia? It is hard to beat a mouthwatering, melt in your mouth burger. One that has been seasoned and grilled to perfection and topped with flavorful cheese and dressed with your all time favorite fixings. Whether those are crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices or crunchy pickles and onions, we usually each have our idea of the perfect burger.
Here, we have struggled through our differences of opinion to bring you the most regionally acclaimed burgers we could find in Georgia. To make our top burger list, these burgers had to consistently receive top marks taste test after taste test! This was research we didn’t mind doing, these burgers also were liked by the widest palette of tastes. So give our burger list for Georgia a try. If you find a better burger in Georgia let us know and we will make sure to try it out and weigh it against the competitors.
Also, we would love to hear what you think the best burger is to you, what qualities do you think are most essential? Or do you know of a burger joint that is the best kept secret in Georgia and you want to share your love with the nation? We want to hear it, what you have to say is important to us!
Whiskey Bar Kitchen
Augusta, GA
Founded by Brothers Kenny and Bobby Morrison, Whiskey Bar Kitchen is deeply rooted in their rich family tradition of food and spirit. Authentic Japanese cuisine and craft burgers anchor the menu, while they offer over two hundred whiskeys and a full service bar, which will appeal to any discerning taste.
Holeman & Finch Public House
Atlanta, GA
Each night, around 10pm, Holeman & Finch Public House serves only 24 double patty cheeseburgers, along with hand-cut french fries. They only serve this number because they want each burger to be done properly, according to the website. On Sunday however, these burgers are served the whole day.
Boar’s Head Grill & Tavern
Savannah, GA
Boar’s Head Grill & Tavern, has been a favorite for locals and tourists the past 35 years. Locally owned and operated by Chef Philip & Charlene Branan, Boar’s Head offers casual, riverfront dining in a unique restored cotton warehouse built in the 1800’s. Specializing in the finest USDA aged steaks, chops, live Maine lobster, local seafood and sinfully delicious deserts, Chef Branan caters to every diners needs.
Georgia Diner
Duluth, GA
Their grilled to order burgers are made of half a pound of patties served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and French fries. Georgia Diner is also known for serving Greek dishes, fried shrimp, and pancakes.
Country’s Barbecue
Columbus, GA
Country’s Barbecue offers authentic tasteful barbecue specialties that will surely make you come back for more.
The Black Cow
Columbus, GA
The Black Cow brings a laid back rustic southern charm to Uptown Columbus. From “The Best Burgers in the South” according to Garden & Gun Readers and tasty Po’ Boys to their famous meatloaf and succulent steaks, Mark Jones continues to serve high-quality, mouth-watering southern comfort dishes from the areas best suppliers. Sit back, relax and enjoy one of their signature cocktails, a glass of wine, or a Georgia craft beer at their newly renovated bar.
Boll Weevil Café and Sweetery
Augusta, GA
The Boll Weevil Café and Sweetery is a cozy cafe with an eclectic menu featuring more than 30 homemade desserts; a delectable ‘Southern Delights’ menu with southern favorites such as fried green tomatoes and shrimp and grits; and an abundance of wines by the glass and bottle.
The Royal Peasant
Athens, GA
Nestled snugly in the middle of the Five Points neighborhood, The Royal Peasant is a quaint version of an old English Pub. Enjoy either lunch or dinner at this British themed restaurant with comfortable seating available inside, at the bar, or on the outdoor patio. The menu features updated British food and new London fare, with an Indian influence. The simple menu features food fit for Peasants, (house chips and curries) and food fit for Royals (bangers and mash or lamb burgers). At the bar, The Royal Peasant features U.K. brews along with select International beers and American craft beers, select wines and an elevated cocktail program.
Bocado
Atlanta, GA
Their food is always fresh and from locally grown ingredients. They utilize a farm-to-table approach by using ingredients from a garden with fresh herbs at their backyard. Their specialty is the Bocado Burger Stack.
Rookery
Macon, GA
Voted Best Burger in town and featured in Garden and Gun’s “Guide to the South’s best Burgers 2014,” the Rookery’s dining area, outside patio, and renowned bar are always bustling with satisfied patrons. Other noteworthy features are the onion rings, hand-cut fries, milkshakes, and extensive craft beer list.
