Houston's Best Hamburger 2008

Westpark landmark for juicy buffalo burgers and a down-home Texas icehouse atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “best burger in town, PLUS, best jalapeno potato salad you ever had!”
• “Best Buffalo Bergers in Town!!”
• “Best Burgers in Houston Period”
• “Best Burger in Town!!!”
• “Great burgers!”

Tips: Don’t expect to find fries or onion rings on the menu. Just chips.

Bubba’s Texas Burger Shack

With old-fashioned cooking techniques, this Fourth Ward joint attracts hamburger lovers from all over town.

Reviews:

• “Best place for a burger in Houston”
• “Not the Best Burger in Town”
• “Just dissapointing”
• “don’t believe the hype”
• “Lankford …more like Plankford”

Lankford Grocery & Market

Specializing in hamburgers, the eatery also serves sandwiches and Mexican dishes at affordable prices and offers outdoor dining.

Charlie’s Burgers

This homegrown chain of upscale drive-thrus is known for its grilled swordfish sandwiches and thick strawberry milkshakes.

Reviews:

• “Great Burger!!!”
• “A Great Menu Keeps Getting Better!”
• “OVER RATED”
• “Best hamburger in Houston.”
• “Awesome burgers but so much more – you definitely get what you pay for. Never a long wait. It’s fast food!?!?”

Becks Prime or email Becks Prime

A laid-back bistro serving comforting soups, creative entrees and museum-quality pastries to students and soccer moms alike.

Reviews:

• “Great food, Great Service, Great Dessert”
• “ok, but not great”
• “I wish i knew about this place sooner!”
• “best food and desserts”
• “Best in the Village”

Tips: The outdoor patio is coveted on beautiful days. Beware: Strollers often overrun the space during lunch hour.

Ruggles Cafe Bakery or email Ruggles Cafe Bakery

Longtime Houston burger mainstay for classic greasy spoon fare and a nostalgic atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “A Timeless Institution…”
• “Burger is one of Houston’s best!”
• “Just What it Claims to Be, But Better”
• “OLD FASHIONED EXPENSIVE BAD FOOD!”
• “Wayback Machine Time!!!”

Tips: Whatever you do, don’t miss out on the fantastically rich milkshakes of the classic chocolate, vanilla or strawberry varieties.

Bellaire Broiler Burger

A favorite party spot for burgers and a nonstop beach bash.

Tips: This party spot is kid-friendly too, with Playstation 2 set-ups and an ample kids menu.

Juju Hangout & Bar

This homegrown chain of upscale drive-thrus is known for its juicy burgers, and thick strawberry milkshakes.

Reviews:

• “Best hamburgers!”
• “Best fast food!”
• “Tastiness!!!!”
• “Delicious burger”
• “Best burger around "

Becks Prime or email Becks Prime

High-quality beef and buns served in low-key surroundings.

Reviews:

• “Pappa’s needs a brand new bag!”
• “loves it”
• “If you give one star you are crazy!”
• “Wierd Concept….”
• “awesome burger….fries too”

Pappas Burger or email Pappas Burger

Build a seriously hefty hamburger at this fast food joint with a diner-like atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “Too greasy”
• “awful”

Tips: The best beverage for your buck? Bottomless 32-ounce sodas or fresh-brewed iced tea.

Fuddruckers

This British pub lays claim to authentic English tradition.

Reviews:

• “I actually can’t fault The Red Lion”
• “Why go anywhere else?”
• “Great Customer Service and Fantastic Food”
• “Great Pub, Great Local”
• “Excellent Pub”

Tips: Red Lion is open for lunch. Bring your laptop and get some work done with the free Wi-Fi access.

Red Lion Pub or email Red Lion Pub

This pioneer in the carhop business offers tributes to the early rock era, delicious shakes and ’50s-style fast food.

Reviews:

• “Decent food for the price”
• “Original Fish Sandwich”
• “All talk No Show..”
• “Really Good”
• “Best Value Hands Down”

Tips: Find the Prince’s location closest to you.

Prince’s-Houston’s Hometown Burger

A classic favorite of Houston barbecue lovers. Otto’s, however, is up for sale and is expected to be closed and demolished in the near future.

Reviews:

• “Best Ribs”
• “Bland BBQ”
• “good hamburger at a reasonable price”
• “Good burgers”
• “DRY, DRY, DRY”

Otto’s Barbecue and Hamburgers

No-frills eatery off I-10 turns out tasty half-pound burgers.

Reviews:

• “Love the Burger’s”
• “Wednesday Night but Every other nigh too!”
• “fun place, great burgers”
• “Love it!!!”
• “Not Impressed”

Tips: Live music after 8pm on Tuesdays and Fridays. No cover. Tuesdays are open mic.

Christian’s Tailgate Grill & Bar

This westside burger joint offers burgers that are big enough for two.

Reviews:

• “Great Burgers!”
• “Hamburgers are the Bomb!!!”
• “Wait Time "

Stamps Super Burger

Faithful patrons young and old alike enjoy homestyle hamburgers served up hot and fresh by a friendly and seasoned staff.

Reviews:

• “Disappointed….”
• “Best Burger in Town”
• “Best Burgers in Town!”
• “GREAT BURGERS”
• “Worth the trip.”

Tips: Skip the snooze button; breakfast is only available until 10:30am.

Sam’s Deli-Diner

A funky, Bay Area roadhouse across the bridge from the Kemah Boardwalk for lovers of messy burgers and real french fries.

Reviews:

• “burgers”
• “Hamburger: alright already”
• “Hot, Juicy, but a little too greasy”
• “Great burgers…..but theres something you should know…”
• “great people and food”

Tips: Drinks are served in old Pace picante sauce jars, big and cold.

Tookie’s Restaurant

Reviews:

• “Yum Yum Lunch Spot”
• “Great Chemistry”
• “Best hamburger in town!”
• ""
• “GREAT FOOD!”

District 7 Grill – Chinatown

Two-level club provides the perfect compromise for Houston’s martini set and hard-core sports fans alike.

Reviews:

• “Suitable for Sports Fans only”
• “Great Food, Best Bartenders, Great for Sports Fans”
• “Great for the Gay Golden Tee player and Jalepeno things”
• “Best Sports Bar!”
• “Best NTN/Buzztime location in Houston”

Tips: Order pizzas, burgers and other tasty bites from the kitchen until 2am.

The Mezzanine Lounge or email The Mezzanine Lounge

Kirby honky-tonk with flavorful Texas fare, Old West museum decor and Southern hospitality is hard to miss with the massive, red-eyed armadillo out front.

Reviews:

• “Spotty”
• “Great place to hang out and chill!”
• “Best live music in Houston!!!”
• “haphazard service”
• “waitstaff unhappy”

Tips: The Armadillo Palace features live music from Texas and beyond every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tickets are available at the door.

Goode’s Armadillo Palace or email Goode’s Armadillo Palace

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