Best Burgers in Tulsa (2025)

A true Route 66 original, Hank’s has pressed onion burgers on the flat‑top since 1949. Celebrated by Tulsa World and beloved by generations for the Big Okie and six‑stack Okie Dokie, it’s pure Tulsa burger culture.

Cash‑only, tiny, and absolutely worth it. Tulsa World praises Bill’s for its old‑fashioned fried‑onion burgers and hand‑cut fries; locals call ahead because the grill often sells out before mid‑afternoon.

Family‑run since the 1930s, Weber’s pairs frosted‑mug house root beer with griddled burgers flipped on a storied pig‑iron grill. Profiled by local critics, it’s a living slice of Brookside history with real Tulsa flavor.

Midtown’s throwback counter is known for onions cooked into the patty, house root beer, and pies. Frequently praised by Tulsa World, Brownie’s keeps the feel of a 1950s Tulsa lunch stop intact.

West‑side favorite since the 1960s, Ted’s turns out char‑griddled classics and those unmistakable fresh‑cut fries. Tulsa World includes it among the city’s classic burger joints for good reason.

Locals love Ty’s for straightforward, well‑seasoned burgers and fresh curly fries at a fair price. It’s a no‑fuss midtown staple praised by regulars and neighborhood critics for doing the basics right.

A homegrown mini‑chain that still feels local. Known for the Fat & Juicy stuffed‑cheese burger, it’s a frequent Tulsa World pick and a downtown‑to‑south‑Tulsa crowd‑pleaser with creative sauces.

In the Arts District, the Tavern Burger is a local rite: Stilton, mushroom‑cognac cream, challah bun, and frites. Regularly highlighted by Tulsa World, it’s Tulsa’s indulgent, chef‑crafted burger benchmark.

Chef Ken Schafer’s Monday‑only Tulsa‑Style Double Cheeseburger nods to the city’s onion‑burger heritage. Tulsa World spotlighted the homage; locals plan lunch around this limited special.

Oren drops fine‑dining formality on Sundays for Amberger’s: a chef’s smash‑style burger night with spirit. Tulsa World and OpenTable listings confirm the weekly pop‑up; it’s a fun, modern take.

A west‑side favorite since the 1960s, Linda‑Mar serves juicy two‑patty Westside Burgers on Texas toast plus great rings. Tulsa World and TravelOK both vouch for its enduring hometown appeal.

One of Tulsa’s oldest burger names lives on in a quirky setting inside Mathis Home. Tulsa World’s 2024 roundup flags its 1939 roots and a menu of flat‑top burgers with hand‑cut fries.