Krug's Tavern
Bar & grill · Newark ·

Krug's Tavern

Bar & grill · Newark ·

Famed Ironbound tavern serving cult-favorite 12oz burgers & spicy shrimp

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Rated 4.2 stars by 607 reviewers
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118 Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ 07105 Get directions

$20–30

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118 Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ 07105 Get directions

+1 973 465 9795
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The Best Restaurants in Newark, New Jersey | Eater NY

"Opened in 1932, Krug’s still has the classic neighborhood shot and a beer feel — but it’s much more than that. It is a great sports bar, without looking like one. Maybe the widest cross section of Newark walks through the doors here to drink and eat, most famously for what’s considered the best burger around, cooked on the small tabletop-sized griddle at the back corner of the bar. Go full Jersey and order the 12-ounce burger topped with grilled Taylor ham and cheese." - Hank Zona

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Where to Eat in Newark’s Ironbound | Eater NY

"Operating since the 1930s, Krug’s Tavern is an old neighborhood institution known for serving one of New Jersey’s best burgers." - Valerie Stivers

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The Most Unusual Burgers Around New York City | Eater NY

"I had the Taylor ham cheeseburger at this 1932 Ironbound-founded classic; topped with Taylor ham (pork roll), it adds a savory note unlike bacon or ordinary ham, and the patty itself is a hefty 12 ounces — a distinctly New Jersey bar-style burger." - Robert Sietsema

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Old-school Ironbound tavern from 1932, famed for jumbo burgers and shrimp. Regularly cited by NJ.com and local critics, it’s a living slice of Newark hospitality with portions and personality to match.

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Since 1932, this Ironbound landmark has served a cult‑favorite 12‑ounce burger and spicy shrimp. Winner of NJ.com’s best‑burger contest and recently saluted by Patch and Tasting Table.

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Jo M.

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Best cheeseburger I have ever had and Joyce who makes these delicious burgers is top notch so very cool. I come here as much as I can for the antnosphere yuengling and cheeseburger and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Krugs family. Xxxxxxxxxxxxx the photo I took of burger is after I dressed it up it did not come looking messy at all. Came perfect. And Joyce is working hard in the background as always. Staff are all great. There is free parking too which is fab. ❤️ there is no where else at all I would consider going ever. I’ll be a loyal customer for Eva.

Danny H

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Typical dive bar with a really good burger. Went with some family and friends and we all got the same thing Bacon cheeseburger with steak fries and wings. The burger was huge and that didn’t take away from the flavor. The wings were solid. The service was so so, but it seemed as if there were only 2 people serving on a Saturday afternoon and they were doing the best they good. The parking situation is a little tough but they do have a free small parking lot. All in all definitely a must try if you love burgers.

John B

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Classic old-school Tavern serving freshly prepared food . Classic 12 oz Burger doesn't disappoint. No special sauce needed !!!!! the quality of the meat of the stands out. Medium rare perfection with a fresh roll, plenty of juice. Onion +Tomato only.. Juicy, flavorful.. served with fresh steak 🍟 fries. Great service as well

Inquiring M.

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Excellent food. This is a pretty cool dive bar with some of the biggest burgers you'll find in NJ. All hand crafted marvels of meat (pause). Everything is made to order and you can taste the passion in each bite. Good service, very attentive staff, and they make you feel like a regular. Definitely glad I tried this spot out today and can't wait to return.

Manuel G.

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Usually don't give 5 stars to a dive bar but the burger and service is so darn good how could i not.... totally go there and vet any burger. You'll never enjoy another burger anywhere else the same again. Had the beacon cheeseburger a few month ago, today went for pizza burger. Insane!!

Steven W.

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Went the other day for lunch with a group of firefighters I work with. We are burger snobs. This is the place to go. Staff is incredible and the burgers are 2nd to none. If you like burgers, put this on your list of must go’s.

Jeydi N.

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I went yesterday for the very first time and I loved the food, burger was so juicy and the onion rings out this world. The atmosphere was pretty nice too

Michele R.

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Good food and drinks, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere We were told that we had to go to Krug’s for the best burger. We went with the bacon cheeseburger and the burger with pastrami, with a side of onion rings to share. Since the menu said it takes half an hour to make a burger, we got chicken fingers and French fries to start. Chicken fingers & French fries: good, nothing extra special. The fries were steak fries and not the best. Came with a honey mustard sauce that was heavy on the mustard. Bacon cheeseburger (medium): so good. Not the best I’ve ever had, but thick and juicy and perfectly cooked. A ton of bacon, which is never bad. Burger with pastrami: the pastrami was fried, I think? It was almost like bacon, and it was great. It’s a really unique burger and delicious. Onion rings: we ordered them because of a review that said they were the best someone had ever had. They were…good. You could bite and not have the whole onion pull out, but you had to bite down hard. Peanut butter old fashioned: delicious. Wonderful. Magical. They didn’t have cherries, but it didn’t matter. It was the exact perfect amount of liquor to make everything about the day and night better. Service: everyone was busy but also Incredibly nice and helpful. They weren’t necessarily around when you needed them, but if you asked for something, they were always happy to help. Atmosphere: it seems like a neighborhood institutions kind of place, and if I lived nearby, I would want to hang out here all the time to make friendly with the regulars and listen to the 90s music.