Bunsen

Simple menu with delicious results. Got the double cheeseburger with shoestring fries and was not disappointed. Super thick burgers , definitely only need a single if you’re not ravenous. You can taste the high quality of the beef, would definitely recommend if you’re in the mood for a burger!! They have multiples locations

Great and tasty meat burgers , fries I got the showstring and honestly it’s amazing. Would definitely recommend for anyone want a burger in Dublin. The total cost was 14.9 euros for both. Also it can get busy so plan accordingly. Thanks for the staff too

Oh my god! This was an EXCELLENT cheese burger. I love when the edges are crispy. This just hit the spot and the chips? Fab. They even offer sweet potato fries for those so inclined! Honestly one of the best meals I had in Dublin. We had it delivered through Deliveroo and the food was STILL stellar.

Bunsen hands down do the best burger in Ireland. The menu tells you everything…the choices are few, but what they do, they do very well.

The atmosphere is currently know because of construction and very little seating. The service was fine, but it was so crowded that there was a long wait. The double burger with cheese was totally worth the wait.

I tried the cheese burger single and double plus fries the meet is quite enough and it will be too heavy for the double the burger tastes 3.5/5 Staff are friendly and welcoming

Stopped by Bunsen for a late lunch around 3–4 pm. From the outside, it looks like any other burger joint simple signage, nothing that screams “famous.” But since it’s the name that keeps popping up when you mention burgers in Dublin, I had to give it a try. Inside, it’s loud, fast-paced, and packed. Tables are crammed close, conversations overlap, and there’s that casual chaos that gives it a bit of charm but also makes it hard to relax. The staff were young, friendly, and clearly hustling just two waitresses running the entire place, so plenty of dashing around. I ordered the Double Cheeseburger with shoestring fries. It came out quick, but the experience landed somewhere in the middle not bad, not great. Just… fine. The burger was decent but lacked that “wow” factor everyone seems to rave about. Fries were okay, though nothing memorable. All in, I paid about €20, which is fair for what it is, but given the hype, I walked out expecting more. Dublin definitely has better burger spots waiting to be discovered. Bunsen just didn’t hit that legendary mark for me.

If you want a proper burger and fries, done right, this place is hard to beat. It's no frills food with little else on the menu besides burgers, fries, shakes and good beer/wine (the menu is the size of a business card). Fully customisable burger toppings. Ingredients seem top quality. To be clear, this is pure comfort food for when you need to tuck in to something deliciously savoury and meaty and and is not for the diet conscious...everything in moderation I say. I've been twice and rate it even more after the second time. Go after a few beers....what a treat. If I could add one thing, it would be to have fresh jalapeños as a topping option.

When traveling we always try to eat the local cuisine. Ireland is known for its grass fed high quality beef among other things. During our research before we left we saw a video talking about Bunsen. Just seeing the high quality of the ingredients made it one of our must try stops in Dublin. As we do when traveling, we start and end the day eating throughout the day. We popped into Bunsen to finally try the legendary burger around 4:30 pm. Because we were there at such an odd hour, we were the only people there. When you visit Ireland, the pub culture is real and most pubs start to get quite busy around 5:30 pm. Since Bunsen isn't a pub and wasn't located in a particularly touristy area , it didn't surprise me they were empty at that time of day. What stuck out the most at first was the super friendly service right from the door. We were sat at a small banquet of tables against the wall and checked out the menu from QR code link on the table. We were there for their original burger so that is what we ordered. No sides and water to drink. I couldn't be filling up too much yet. It was pretty early after all and we had a lot of places to stop yet. The menu isn't huge. They focus on doing one thing well and keep it at that. I like a restaurant that doesn't try to be everything. Our burger came out within 10 min and it was juicy, hot and fresh. Presented beautifully wrapped. We shared this one burger because, we knew we had lots of food to eat later. Immediately after eating the last bite I wanted to order another. It was really that good. Such perfection! This will be the burger I compare all others in Ireland to.

If you want the best burger in Ireland, you have to come to Bunsen. I was a little hesitant because the pictures seemed to have thicker burgers, but I prefer smash burgers. When we ordered, I got mine well done due to this and it was PERFECT and had yummy, crispy edges!! The more you have the burgers cooked, the thinner they are. The medium burgers were thicker than I would have liked, but the others really enjoyed theirs, as well. You also get a choice of thick cut or shoestring fries - shoestring are the way to go in my opinion. The waitress was really friendly and the place overall was very clean.

This is the place for delicious burgers! The meat was tender and portion size was good. Service was excellent. Price was reasonable. Definitely recommending Bunsen if you want a great burger and fries too!

By far the best burger place in Dublin. They expanded, but still maintained their quality of using fresh Irish beef and fresh potatoes for their fries options. If you are in dublin, this is a must visit. Iconic burger stop! The burgers prices range between €8.75 - €12.65 depending on cheese and patties count. Toppings are all free Fries options range between €3.95 - €5.95, sweet potato fries being the most expensive. 10 out of 10 recommend!!!

The Bunsen cheeseburger is done well! The meat is a nice pink medium (you can get it more well done as well), the bread nice and fluffy, and the sauce in the burger has the right amount of ketchup, mustard, and mayo. The lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle add a good mix of texture that enhances the cheeseburger. Sweet potato fries are hot with the right balance of crunchy and soft sweet potato texture. This is definitely my default burger place in Dublin. They offer a small menu, but they do every item perfectly!

I tried Bunsen several years ago and thought it was the best burger. I came again recently and it didn't live up to my memory. So, I wouldn't describe it as the best burger, but it was still good. The burger had a nice flavor, both the beef and the char. The bun was soft and good proportion to the patty. The hand cut fries were also good, but kinda odd pieces. They were short, which is maybe more common size for the British/Irish kinda "chips."Overall, good not great. But, satisfying.

What I like about this restaurant is that you have a lot of options to choose from, and the taste of these burgers is beastly. The place is very clean and well-kept, I recommend it! In Bunsen, your order will be taken very quickly and it will be delivered to you just as quickly, which is very good!!

Visiting Ireland from From the United States, my wife, daughter stopped by here for lunch. Excellent burgers and service.

Great good. About 15-20 minutes for freshly cooked burger and fries. Friendly service and great prices. Indoor and outdoor seating with takeaway available.

If you're in Dublin and craving a burger, this is a good choice. If I had to compare Bunsen to a US burger chain, the meat has a similar texture and flavor to Smash Burger (that's a compliment, as far as I'm concerned). The menu is simple: burger with or without cheese, one patty or two. You can pick how much you want it cooked (I went with medium). It comes with condiments but you can remove them (no mayo!) The choice of fries are hand cut, shoe string or sweet potato. The hand cut were OK but not remarkable; very lightly salted. A big enough portion for two people. Sort drinks, beer and wine for drinks. Oddly the beer choices were american brands, not Irish ones. The milk shake on the next table looked tempting. You can pay by credit card. I would give the burger 4 stars but the French fries bring it down a notch

One of the best burgers I've had for awhile in terms of new food adventures of burgers! It was juicy, flavorful and simply delicious! Add the shoestring fries that makes you want more because it's so thin, that I was just stuffing my mouth with the entirety of everything! That was how bomb it was!

Exactly what they claim. I'm a burger junky, so "best burger" is subjective. However, it's top notch by every standard. I wasn't aware, they do have beer and wine and an upstairs I missed. Close to another burger joint, so don't get confused. This is the real deal.

Hands down the best burger I've ever tasted. Simple menu. Literally on a business card. Amazing flavor. Better than any burger I've had in the states.

Incredible. Such a quaint place, with a small menu and everything is good. My brother compared the quality and taste to a smashburger, I think its better. If I lived here, I'd be going all the time. They have straight up burgers, where you can choose one patty or two, cheese or not, and do you want anything on it. They have a very small wine list, and a few craft bees including their own Bunsen, which was my personal favorite. Definitely worth the visit, I wish I could go all the time!

Great burgers and chips. Friendly and fast service. Great lunch spot for a beef burger and chips.

Not as fast food as you would think because they make it to order so we did find ourselves waiting a bit longer than expected. Simple execution without sacrificing quality, their menu is even on a business card. We were very hungry and thought about getting a double but we were glad we didn't! The single patty was fulfilling and when we saw the guy next to us get served a double, everyone was like holey moley that's big. The Bunsen beer wasn't bad either and they also had wine to offer. It would've been nice to go up to pay instead of waiting around for someone to come to us to speed things up but they only had one card reader. This is a good place to get a solid yummy burger.

I have this ranked as the second best burger I've ever had in my life. That's saying a lot! I've been all over the world and I love burgers. This one is well balanced with truly delicious and thick meat, perfectly melted cheese, lettuce, raw onion, and tomato. The bun is working hard to hold these ingredients together amidst the flowing juices from the tasty burger patties. Yes, I was bold that night and got the double cheeseburger. I took that burger down.... Down to Chinatown! My one and only complaint... I'd really like the option to get grilled onions instead of raw. Oh, and those hand cut fries. Wow. They are way up there with some of the best I've ever had. Just go here, roll up your sleeves, and dig into one of the best burgers you'll ever find on this, or any other, planet.

Great burgers in the heart of Dublin. Simple menu on a business card. We had burgers and fries - excellent food and lovely service.

If you're in the area and in the mood for a quick burger, seriously look no further. Their burgers are made to order so it's fresh, like so fresh that it almost tastes as if they grind the meat and then prepare it for grilling fresh. The burgers are so juicy and flavorful with fresh toppings on a soft brioche bun. I ordered mine medium temperature (and they cook it correctly so I was very pleased with my request), NO Mayo, and was okay with whatever topping that come with it. There was this tasty mustard on the burger with lettuce tomato pickles and I believe onions. I swear I think I scoffed it down in a minute. I barely took a look at it nor did I really analyze it further but in my opinion that just means I'll have to come back and have another! Cheers!

Beef was juicy and well seasoned. Bun was soft and delish. Sweet potatoes were nice and crispy

street food superstar! the burger is simply amazing. The meat is a nice pink medium (you can get it more well done as well), the bread nice and fluffy, and the sauce in the burger has the right amount of ketchup, mustard, and mayo. highly recommend

Double cheeseburger was kinda raw tasting (not in the good way) when I ordered it medium rare and was just a whole burden to get through (I couldn't finish it) Not nice. Service was slightly awkward , first waitress who took our order was quite rude to be honest, one who brought us our food was nice. Ambiance is fine, quite small but nothing to complain about. Hand cut fries were a solid 6/10.

This burger was a stunner! Sometimes you just want something classic, a down and dirty burger with fries. Wowza! This place keeps it simple, the menu on a business card, and the food coming out fast. I honestly crave this place from across the Atlantic and feel like I need to get back to Dublin ASAP because this burger had all the right stuff! It's a must visit while in Dublin.

I'm from CA and I'm very lucky to have In-N-Out Burger a 5 minute drive from my house. CA's In-N-Out is a chain beloved by everyone who loves a good burger and for good reason. A limited menu that features only fresh ingredients while keeping the costs low - a #2 combo is worth less than $10 back home. Some Irish businessman was smart enough to hop across the pond all the way to the other side of the US, go to an In-N-Out and then come back to Ireland and try to replicate the In-N-Out recipe here. The result is Bunsen Burger and its similarity to the In-N-Out burger chain is the reason why everyone thinks it's the "best burger outside the US" or one of the best burgers in Europe. Despite being situated smack dab in the middle of Temple Bar, being an affordable option (a little more than €10) keeps the place busy. Meat: Black Aberdeen Angus supplied by FX Buckley. Minced fresh every morning Cheese: Comte/Jack blend Bun: Amish dinner roll supplied by Baker Derry in Tallaght. Fresh onion, lettuce, tomato. The exception is that this place serves alcohol. Menu fits on a business card. 4 burger choices, 3 fries (chips) After eating my fair share of seafood chowders, fish and chips and Indian curry I wanted to try something different. Yes I know it's burgers and I can easily get good burgers back home, but claiming your burger is similar to CA's In-N-Out is quite a pull for a CA gal to try the burger and see if it matches up to her beloved burger chain back home. My cheeseburger (€7.45), shoestring fries (€2.95) and can soda (€1.95) amounted to €12.35. In retrospective this is pricier than In-N-Out's #1 combo. But I'm gonna have to agree with these folks in that the burger is comparable to In-N-Out and this is coming from a person who's lucky enough to have plenty of experiences eating at In-N-Outs all over CA. The meat quality is definitely better as FX Buckley is a renowned steakhouse in Ireland. Cheese is just as good and melts better. Bun is of comparable quality, just needs to be toasted a bit more. Shoestring fries have more flavor as the standard option and I don't need to improve the flavor by having them well-done (as is my standard fry order at In-N-Out) I would definitely recommend this for a good cheap meal if you're tired of Indian, kebabs, pizza or pub grub and want something different and are nowhere near an In-N-Out back in the US. This is a perfect example of when the "less is more" philosophy works when it comes to food. When it comes to fewer ingredients you can easily perfect a recipe through its core components.

As Americans, we take pride in our burgers! Hands down the best hamburger I have ever had in my life... this should sell for double the price and as a gourmet burger served with gloves! AMAZING, absolutely amazing!

(4.5 stars) The burgers are the real deal. Double cheeseburger, medium, no toppings. Anything added on would just distract from the wonder in its ability to be great while also being so simple. If I had one of these near me, would totally be a regular in each week. The only disappointing thing were the regular French fries which were mushy, though the sweet potato were fries were lovely and crisp.

After waiting an exorbitant amount of time during my most recent visit (post-lunch hour) for a simple "take-away" burger and fries, I decided to give this place another chance. After all, the burger was decent (the soggy fries, however, were not). This time, I decided just to sit in during a late lunch break (3:30 pm) between study sessions. The dim interior lighting (first floor), thrumming BG music, and the din of constant chatter from nearby tables give a casual feel. Tables on the ground floor are a bit crowded together--an attempt at maximising the limited real estate of city centre. By the time my burger arrived, I had finished reviewing most of the flash cards I made during my morning study session. The burger was quite sizable, mainly due to the meat patties. The patties are cooked to order, which is the most likely explanation for the long wait, and seem to be of good quality. But perhaps, that is the only redeeming factor. The buns were passingly mediocre and there was nothing special about the sauce dressing. This time, I got the shoestring fries which were average, at best. The menu selection is limited: essentially, you can get a hamburger or cheeseburger, single or double patty. Nothing else is really worth mentioning. Bunsen is like a half-hearted mishmash of In-N-Out and Counter Burger--a decent attempt, but failing to pull through. Side note: they don't split the bill (in case you're bringing a group).

Best burger in town, juicy and delightful. They have 3 locations!! Amazing size of the menu as I usually need ages to decide what I want :) AND order your burger the way you want it, great medium juicy cooked - you can't get this in a lot of places!

BURGERS! Just straight up Awesome BURGERS! Another Bunsen in town and I for one was delighted to hear they opened in South Anne Street! Downstairs is small but fear not they have more seating upstairs. Expect the same, small menu but everything cooked to your preference and usual options of few bottle beers and soft drinks. Friend Staff - Yes Awesome Food - Yes

Welcome to the first review of South Anne's st. Bunsen. I am a big fan of Bunsen, from Wexford St to Temple bar, wherever they go, I follow. So South Anne's St opened on Saturday and I believe there were free burgers on the opening day - sad that I missed it. I was due to meet folks for a Monday night tipple and decided to line my stomach before, I had options and it was between noodles and Bunsen and as you know, I chose Bunsen. It was very busy for a Monday night, some folks were turned away after me but I got a seat and got me some sweet potato fries. They were as delicious as expected, cheap as chips (excuse the pun) and simply the best sweet potato fries in Dublin - ahoy!!! I was a big fan of kitchen and was gutted when they closed down for renovations (great Sunday brunch options) but I am delighted with the new tenants and will be back.

The best burger I have had so far! That's a big statement, I know... I ate here almost everyday while on a business trip. I cannot explain it other than the beef is juicy, tasty and fresh. To top it off the chocolate milk shake is also one of the best I have ever had! Another big statement... They literally have thinly shaved chocolate mixed in with creamy ice cream. I don't take my desserts lightly much less chocolate light heartedly either, so I do realize these are bold statements. Thinking about it makes me so sad as there is nothing that compares to the chocolate milk shake and burger here in the United States. :(

Amazing burger place. Normally I wouldn't catch a burger joint with so many great restaurants in the area but the raves had it! A simple menu like In and Out in California but small and intimate with really nice big burgers with top grade Irish beef and minimal bun. Big juicy and simply adorned, the menu fits on a business card. Be prepared to wait! This place gets crowded. Ironically it kicks the prettier burger joint next door's butt, but tourists are drawn to shiny objects. Do not be fooled!

I had heard great reviews about Bunsen so I was excited when they opened on South Anne Street. I was with a group of 10 so we had to sit outside for them to accommodate us as there isn't ample space indoors. It didn't bother me as it was a nice sunny day. A burger is your only option here and there is a choice of a few different types of fries. I got the cheeseburger with chips and it was the most delicious, succulent burger I've ever had in my life. It was cooked to perfection. Basically if you're in the mood for a relatively priced meal and you love burgers, this is the only place to go.

This is how you do a burger. Simple menu, burgers, fries, sodas, beer. Best burger I've had outside of the US. Up there with best burger I've ever had. The Dublin atmosphere and well-polished concept didn't hurt, but the burger is legit in any context. Highly recommend.

Very simple, casual place with a few beers in bottles, but the only reason to come here is for the amazing burgers. One or two massive patties. It's like US Five Guys but way better.

This was a case where one picture was worth 4000 reviews. You've seen it, the bursting-with-cheese monster double. We had to try it, and weren't disappointed. Skip the other two burger joints on the block and try this one, you'll see. One of the best burgers anywhere.

I had low expectations coming here despite the plethora of glowing reviews. How could a menu so simple be so popular? Bunsen has perfected the burger and the simplicity is what really makes the food shine. My husband and I each had a cheeseburger and shared the shoestring fries. The burgers have a great sear on them and were cooked perfectly medium. The bun was toasted but still soft. The toppings were fresh and plentiful as was the cheese. The shoestring fries were crispy without being overdone, not overly salty. They also offer a select few craft beers, soda and milkshakes. Service was quick and friendly. Bunsen is anything but basic, it's fantastic.

Short and simple. Best burger in Dublin. Queuing for a table is a nightmare, but they've introduced an online system you can check on your phone, handy!

Burgers on a menu the size of a business card. Precise and delicious. Burger - Double Burger Cheese burger - Double Cheeseburger I loved it. If you have a craving for a regular burger then you'll come to this spot. Tiny little inside, service is very kind. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Definitely Bunsen is most good taste in Dublin's burger shop! I ordered cheeseburger and sweet potato. Pate(meet) was very juicy more than Eddie rockets, Mcdonald, or Burger king ;) There is always a lot of customers(especially lunch time is crazy!), but I recommend Bunsen if you like burger!

What a great place! Love that the menu is on a business card and has basically 2 main choices: hamburger or cheeseburger. Made ordering quick and painless. The burger was incredible. Fresh homemade patty cooked medium. Smelled and tasted so great, just right. Pair that with great fries and their in-house beer and it was heavenly. Would love to go back anytime.

Another Bunsen, another awesome experience! This location also offers the text & get notified when it's your turn to get seated. You'd be surprised how quickly the queue clears - we've found ourselves downing freshly ordered pints nearby since we moved from position 5 to 1 in a matter of minutes. As always, I went for my cheeseburger (well-done, no onions, no pickles), and a diet coke. As always, service was quick and food was delicious.

I came with my co-workers while in town for a conference. I'm the one in the group with the food allergies, so I was really happy to find a burger place with gluten free buns! We sat down, not realizing the menu was a business card sitting on the table. The menu is very simple, which is nice. The food was great, and the fries are in their own fryer so safe for celiac. We didn't have to wait long for the food and the server was really helpful and friendly. It was a nice day so we sat outside under the cover. It was a little wait to get a table for 6 people as this location is small, but we all enjoyed our dinner.

Great burgers which is all that they sell. Reasonably quick in terms of serving and the wait staff was very courteous. Absolutely delicious burger!

Bunsen has been earning a reputation in Dublin as a premium burger "joint" for the hungry hippos. With a functional menu of just two options, Bunsen's stripped-down style could put some off. But the burger more than compensate because they're mouth wateringly great. The chips are fine, the service is okay too but the burgers are more than worth the half an hour wait!

Simple menu, not many items and the burgers are very good. The fries and milkshake were also good. However after all the reviews I read I was expecting more. Good burgers but not the best I have tried.

Great to see this bandwagon roll on. Their rapid expansion model now ensures that you are never more than a 10 minute stroll from a Bunsen on the south side of Dublin's city centre. I ate here on the opening weekend and the cheeseburger/fries combo hit the spot as ever. No change on the menu. Still the best burger in town. Probably worth reporting that the toilets have very fetching pastel tile work and you'll probably have to queue for a table. Nice selection of cool dude juice to drink also

There was a bit of a wait to get in on a Friday evening. The limited choice is amazing. The cheeseburgers we had were great although a bit messy to eat especially the double cheeseburger. Fries were very standard. Perfect takeaway burger but maybe not fit for a sit down restaurant that small.

I am officially obsessed with this burger. I got a double cheeseburger with a side of fries and sweet potato fries. The burger might be the best one I've had thus far in Dublin. I'm craving it a little bit right now just thinking about it. In terms of side dishes, the sweet potato fries were WAY better than the regular fries. The only part of the evening I didn't enjoy is that we were sat directly under a very loud speaker. It was difficult to hold a conversation. Aside from that, the food was wonderful and I will definitely be back!