Best Burgers in Baltimore (2025)

Spike Gjerde’s tavern turns Chesapeake sourcing into a sublime burger on a sweet potato bun with onion jam and cheddar. Named Best Burger by Baltimore Magazine in 2025; it’s a city benchmark.

Midtown’s beloved brewpub plates a Creekstone Farms cheeseburger with garlic mustard aioli and those famous rosemary-garlic fries. Long praised by local writers, it remains a go-to bar burger with character.

Hampden’s hit dining room serves a Pat LaFrieda burger with sharp cheddar, bacon, pickles, and hand-cut fries. Frequently cited by local publications as a neighborhood favorite—lively, polished, and reliably satisfying.

Canadian-inspired smashers meet real-deal poutine beside the historic Senator Theatre. A readers’ favorite in recent Baltimore Magazine polls, this independently owned counter spot is all about griddled patties and squeaky curds.

A Hampden stalwart where local Roseda Farm beef anchors a menu of quirky specialty burgers—kimchi-topped, pork-belly loaded, or classic with your choice of cheese. Neighborhood energy, late hours, and solid value.

This Hampden brewery turns out a juicy house burger stacked with cheeses, smoked onions, pickles, and pub sauce—alongside creative sauces and excellent fries. Loved by locals for inventive pub food with serious flavor.

Roland Park’s 1931 original still slings its legendary one‑pounder alongside a deep burger list and long beer roster. A piece of Baltimore history that doubles as a hearty, late-night craving cure.

Since 1994, Remington’s technicolor diner has paired whimsical art with indulgent burgers—from espresso BBQ and mushrooms to bacon-and-egg stacks. A cultural staple near Hopkins, celebrated by generations of locals.

A smash‑burger star around Baltimore—often at breweries and events—and recognized as Burger winner in Baltimore Magazine’s 2025 readers’ poll. Expect dry‑aged patties, molten cheese, and lines that move fast.

New-school Baltimore smashburgers built for sauce lovers—think roasted garlic aioli, blackberry chipotle, and umami-rich “royal” sauce. Highlighted by Baltimore Magazine and a 2025 readers’ poll finalist.

Hampden’s inclusive hangout offers a strong burger lineup—green chile cheese, hangover, bison—and excellent vegan options. A neighborhood fixture noted by national and local outlets for its eclectic spirit.