The Best Burger in Maine
Looking for the best burger in Maine? 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 Maine. 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 Maine a try. If you find a better burger in Maine 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 Maine and you want to share your love with the nation? We want to hear it, what you have to say is important to us!
Jordan’s Snack Bar
Ellsworth, ME
Jordan’s Snack Bar was established in 1981 by James and Carol Jordan of Eastbrook. Jordan’s Snack Bar is known as a family oriented restaurant serving world famous fried seafood, homemade burgers, sandwiches, and onion rings as well.
Rolly’s Diner
Auburn, ME
At Rolly’s Diner, you can enjoy crepes, pancakes, eggs, omelets and other delicious breakfast items. Breakfast is served all hours of the day & we also have lunch items available like sandwiches, burgers, chicken tenders and more.
Nicky’s Cruisin Diner
Bangor, ME
Nicky’s Cruisin’ Diner claims to be offering a fun and family atmosphere with 50’s flare. Nicky’s Cruisin Diner started in the early 1970’s as Nicky’s Ice Cream Parlor and is currently specializing in great home-style cooking as well.
Nocturnem Draft Haus
Bangor, ME
Nocturnem Draft Haus, creates delicious simple foods without the headaches, costs and problems of
running a restaurant. They use locally supplied, locally grown, made in Maine food, whenever possible. Their plates will be prepared using artisan cheeses, meats, seafood, produce and breads.
Bramhall
Portland, ME
While not exactly a secret, like the speakeasy’s of yore, Bramhall is a hideaway where you can forget the outside world completely and focus on what’s important, having a good time. Their wine and beer list is diverse and affordable, as is their imaginative comfort food that is essential in forming the all-important base for a long night of indulgence.
Rapid Rey’s
Saco, ME
Rapid Ray’s specializes in serving hamburgers, cheeseburgers, steamed hot dogs, lobster rolls, french fries, and even onion rings. Rapid Ray’s is a family owned business in downtown Saco that claims to be Maine’s original fast food take out.
Fish Bones American Grill
Lewiston, ME
Fish Bones American Grill, is Lewiston/Auburn’s casual upscale seafood restaurant. This modern dining destination, offers a unique atmosphere with its large windows, aged brick, and rough hewn timbers.
Guthries
Lewiston, ME
Their vision for Guthries came from a desire to run a business that supports their family, their community, and their environment. First and foremost, they are fortunate to be family owned, operated, and maintained. They support other locally owned businesses such as Coffee By Design, Homegrown Herb and Tea, Sugar Sugar, Borealis Breads, Damselfly Farms, Black Bear Brewing Company, Sebago Brewing Co., Backyard Farms, and Maine Root Handcrafted Beverages.
Little Tap House
Portland, ME
Little Tap House, is a craft beer gastropub with a farm to table menu, locally sourced and locally loved. At Little Tap House they work with local farms and growers as often as seasonally possible.
The Fire House Grille
Auburn, ME










