Best Burgers in Atlanta (2025)

The late-night legend that sparked Atlanta’s double-stack craze now anchors Colony Square, serving griddled patties on house buns with pickles and red onion. Frequently cited by Eater Atlanta and praised by local critics for defining a modern ATL classic.

Todd Ginsberg’s deli turns out a meticulous Double Stack with American cheese, shaved onions, and pickles—so influential that editors have linked it to the burger ethos behind the film The Menu. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and beloved by locals.

At Krog Street Market, Fred’s turns out a textbook burger stack on a sesame bun from sister bakery TGM Bread. Lauded by Bon Appétit and Eater; Michelin lists the stall for value, and hours are reliably posted by the restaurant.

Billy Kramer’s gas-station counter slings lacy-edged smashburgers with Sassy Sauce that critics rave about. Featured in Eater Atlanta’s 2025 roundup and named Georgia’s best burger by Food & Wine; still independently run and very much open.

James Beard winner Terry Koval’s D&D Grilled Burger is an indulgent, chef-y take—dry-aged beef, truffle cheese, caramelized onions, and bordelaise on a house bun. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and highlighted by Eater and The Infatuation.

Housed beneath a historic mansion, this brewpub’s OG Burger stays classic—cheddar, pickles, lettuce, onions, tomato, and house Wreck sauce—pairing perfectly with in-house beers. Frequently featured by Eater and praised by local reviewers.

This Cabbagetown landmark has shifted from bodega-first to grill-forward, turning out straightforward burgers and fries that locals champion. Included on Eater’s 2025 list and spotlighted by Atlanta media for its neighborhood roots.

A tiny Decatur shack with a patio and a fierce following, known for extra-crispy-edged doubles on Engleman’s buns. Featured by Eater Atlanta in 2025 and a back-to-back Creative Loafing Atlanta Burger Week winner.

Chef Andy Gonzales’s Upper Westside hang serves the Tower of Power—two patties, bacon, American cheese, shredded lettuce, onion, tomato, and Million Island. Eater highlights it; FOX 5’s Burgers With Buck raved about the messy, glorious results.

Kirkwood’s bakery-butcher does a cult Sunday-only double cheeseburger—house-ground beef, long-fermented sesame bun, house pickles, and aioli. Covered by Axios, The Infatuation, and Eater; lines form early, and the team posts current status on their channels.

Now in Brookhaven, this vibrant, community-driven spot serves a standout lamb burger and a buzzed-about ODB beef burger. Covered by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Rough Draft Atlanta; hours and menu evolve, but the burgers deliver.