Best Burgers in Oklahoma City (2025)
Nic's Grill
American restaurant · Oklahoma City
The burger every local measures by: a half‑pound patty smashed with sweet onions at a tiny lunch‑only counter. Featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive‑Ins and Dives and highlighted by Oklahoma’s official tourism site.
New State Burgers & Spirits
Restaurant · Oklahoma City
Plaza District favorite known for a laser‑focused double cheeseburger with dijonnaise and pickles plus a deep whiskey list. Praised by local food writers and rooted in OK burger traditions.
Patty Wagon
Hamburger restaurant · Oklahoma City
Neighborhood staple turning out fresh‑ground, Oklahoma grass‑fed beef burgers with house sauces and great rings. Recognized in Oklahoma Magazine’s Best of the Best 2025.
Bar Arbolada
Bar & grill · Oklahoma City
Film Row bar, minimalist menu, maximal flavor: a house‑ground, crisp‑edged smashburger Alton Brown called the best double cheeseburger in America.
Sun Cattle Co.
Restaurant · Oklahoma City
Onion‑fried burgers made with beef sourced from a nearby ranch, plus thick‑cut onion rings. Praised by national TV host Mike Rowe and celebrated for its Oklahoma sourcing.
Paseo Grill
American restaurant · Oklahoma City
Known for polished dinners, yet its steak‑trimmings cheeseburger draws raves—Visit OKC says some days it might be the city’s best. Pair with standout fries.
The Goose
Restaurant · Oklahoma City
Midtown’s deli‑bar with a cult‑favorite double smash called the Oklahoma Smashie. Lauded by local critics for crisp edges, melty cheese, and proper sauce.
The R&J Lounge and Supper Club
Lounge · Oklahoma City
A retro supper club with a burger lineup that ranges from theta‑style to umami‑rich blends. Frequently praised by local food writers for flavor and value.
Biglow's Burgers
Restaurant · Oklahoma City
Northside newcomer serving hefty half‑pound burgers and hand‑cut fries, drawing steady local buzz and strong recent reviews.
The Jones Assembly
American restaurant · Oklahoma City
A one‑of‑a‑kind OKC venue where the J Burger stars: Sidwell Farms beef, bacon, American cheese, pimento aioli on a house brioche bun. Popular with locals pre‑show or patio side.