Best Burgers in Dallas (2025)

Since 1950, this cash-friendly carhop has defined the Dallas burger ritual: a No. 5 double on a poppy seed bun with tots and a cold drink. Long praised by local reporters and national writers for value and nostalgia that still delivers flavor.

A tiny Oak Cliff counter turning out towering, juicy burgers with old-school swagger. Expect limited seating, generous patties, and loyal locals. Regularly praised by neighborhood writers and burger obsessives for big flavor and classic technique.

A former gas station turned burger shrine, serving half‑pound griddled patties with just-right char, tater tots, and beer. Frequently recommended by local critics as a benchmark for straightforward, done-right Dallas burgers.

East Dallas’ neighborhood hang pairs a serious tap list with creative, beefy burgers like the Bourdain. Consistently highlighted by local food editors and Eater Dallas for quality, community spirit, and late-night comfort.

This beloved tavern nails the classic bar burger: griddled, juicy, and perfectly balanced with a cold beer. Regularly featured by Eater Dallas and local critics as a late-night go-to with serious neighborhood roots.

A huge patio, live music, and a flame‑kissed half‑pound burger define this Cedars institution. Local writers celebrate its unfussy vibe and reliably satisfying cheeseburger with onion rings under the stars.

Deep Ellum’s honky-tonk time capsule turns out a salty, medium-rare half‑pounder that hits like the bar soundtrack: loud and satisfying. Long praised by local critics for classic burgers, late hours, and true Dallas character.

Chef John Tesar’s steakhouse turns burger purist with the Ozersky: dry‑aged beef, American cheese, and red onion on a simple bun. Lauded by Texas food writers and national outlets; a splurge that showcases Dallas’ chef-driven side.

Nick Badovinus’ rollicking steakhouse also hides a stellar bar burger with serious beef flavor. Regulars and critics alike call it a worthy detour from the steaks, capturing Dallas’ big-night-out spirit on a bun.

What started as a pop-up now anchors East Dallas with smashburgers praised by local editors as among the city’s best. Expect crispy-edged doubles, house pickles, and a cheerful, family-friendly vibe steps from White Rock Lake.

A true neighborhood bar turning out house‑ground cheeseburgers that critics call the platonic ideal. Affordable, unfussy, and open late, it’s a favorite for doubles dripping with Thousand Island and perfectly toasted buns.

Casa View’s midcentury drive‑in pours frosty root beer and serves flat‑top burgers that taste like childhood. Celebrated by local writers for staying wonderfully itself while still hitting the spot after all these years.