Whether you’re in the mood for a uniquely crafted burger with off the wall ingredients or a classic cheeseburger with traditional fixin’s, Buffalo and Western New York has tons of options.
We asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best burgers in Buffalo and WNY, and they answered with their top picks. Below we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations – if it was mentioned, it’s listed below. With over 75 recommendations, there’s an option in almost every neighborhood. Some are specifically burger restaurants, some just have one burger or two burgers on the menu, and a few are even vegan restaurants with vegan burger options! All have a burger worth recommending according to our readers.
Which restaurants were mentioned the most? By far Juicy Burger (Hamburg), Off The Wall (Orchard Park), Rock Burger (Cheektowaga, Niagara Falls), and Grover’s Bar & Grill (East Amherst) had the most recommendations, with majority of the others having multiple mentions.
Check out the comments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for specific menu item recommendations! Plus find more guides with recommendations according to our readers.
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Best Burgers in Buffalo & WNY According to Western New Yorkers
189 Burger
189 Main St East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
189 is a celebration of American tradition. Founded in 2014, this whiskey and music emporium prides itself in exploring and showcasing the finest of both ...
Allen Burger Venture
175 Allen St. Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
These guys specialize in three of the things we cherish most: food, beer, and atmosphere. But ABV goes above and beyond when it comes to each one, and ...
Belt Line Brewery and Kitchen
545 Swan St Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
From the late 1800's to the end of the first World War, Buffalo's Belt Line made moving around Buffalo a welcome part of everyday life. Working dutifully ...
Big Ditch Brewing Co.
55 E Huron St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Big Ditch Brewing Co. is one of Downtown Buffalo's shinning stars when it comes to brewery/restaurant combos. The tap room is huge, yet welcoming and does ...
Billy Club
228 Allen St Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Billy Club is a full service restaurant and whiskey bar located in the historical Allentown district of Buffalo, New York. In addition to good wine, ...
BOCO Kitchen
7375 Boston State Rd North Boston, New York 14025 • $$$$$
South Towns
Rustic, Creative Food! Gourmet salads, not your average burgers, Roman style pizzas, authentic Italian dishes, homemade desserts $ much more. Something ...
Bourbon and Burger Co.
9 Jackson St Batavia, New York 14020 • $$$$$
Genesee County
Laid back friendly environment where you can enjoy darts, pool, drinks and food with all of your friends. 35+ burgers, 75+ bourbon choices, and 24 rotating ...
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Buffalo Brewpub
6861 Main St. Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
At Buffalo Brewpub we brew our own beers! New York State's Oldest Brew Pub dedicated to Fine Beer, food, and fun! Renowned for its fabulous beer and savory ...
Buffalo Bros Burgers
Buffalo Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
We are a pop-up shop serving all of #Buffalony and surrounding areas! SmashBurgers are our specialty. Pop-ups, catering, grand openings, showers, corporate ...
Butera’s Craft Beer & Craft Pizza
32 Main St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$
South Towns
Butera's Craft Beer $ Craft Pizza was newly established in September of 2015, but carries on the tradition of excellent customer service and food from ...
Casey’s Black Rock
484 Amherst St Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Casey's is the type of place where you can get good reliable bar food, and inexpensive drinks. They have a great fish fry on weekends, a spaghetti dinner ...
Cask + Cow
840 Center St Lewiston , New York 14092 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Beers, burgers and more. Opened in 2017, We wanted to create a fun & casual place with a unique menu of fresh and ...
Coming Soon: Sophia’s Restaurant- moving
715 Military Rd Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Coming Soon to new address - 715 Military Rd. 1 block south. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Loyalists say this is the the best breakfast in ...
Davison Road Inn – The DRI
383 Davison Rd Lockport, New York 14094 • $$$$$
Niagara County
The Davison Road Inn of Lockport has been a local institution since the early 70's. This is where the locals have hung out for over 40 years. Since 2007, ...
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Doc Sullivan’s
474 Abbott Rd Buffalo, New York 14220 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
A Neighborhood pub set in the heart of South Buffalo's Irish Heritage district serving up cold beer $ spirits along with Pub Fare. ...
Duff’s Famous Wings – Williamsville
4545 Transit Road Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
In 1946, Louise Duffney opened a corner Gin Mill at Sheridan Drive and Millersport Highway in Amherst, New York, just north of Buffalo. It was in 1969 ...
Ebenezer Ale House
4348 Seneca St West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Since it opened its doors in 2011, the Ebenezer Ale House has been providing Western New York with one of the best selections of food and drink in the ...
Essex Street Pub
530 Rhode Island St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
SOB Says: The Essex Street Pub is a fantastic little hidden gem on the edge of the west side. Full of charm and perfect for lunch, dinner or late night ...
Forty Thieves
727 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Forty Thieves is your neighborhood pub featuring 22 draft beers, multiple craft cans, wide variety of whiskey, elevated pub fare, and friendly service. ...
Frank Gourmet Hot Dogs
707 Kenmore Ave Buffalo, New York 14223 • $$$$$
North Towns
Frustrated that he couldn’t get a quality hot dog with more than just traditional elements of ketchup and mustard, Frank persuaded his brother, Paul, ...
Gabriel’s Gate
145 Allen St. Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$
Buffalo
A Word from Gabriel's Gate Located in the heart of Allentown, Gabriel's Gate is one of the original Tift Row Houses, which were built in 1864. We offer ...
Garage Cafe & Lounge
1127 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
1127 Hertel Avenue was our Auto Repair Shop for 25 years and we decided to flip it to a restaurant/Bar! Makes sense right? Stop by and visit us ...
Griffon Gastropub – Clarence
5445 Transit Rd Clarence, New York 14031 • $$$$$
North Towns
SOB Says About Griffin Gastropub: According to Griffon Gastropub's website, 'If you're looking for a typical 'neighborhood grill' type of place, keep looking,' ...
Griffon Gastropub East Aurora
634 Main Street, East Aurora, NY, United States East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
72 beers on tap, a grand, old industrial building, long list of fine bar grub and even a childrens' menu. This place is a no brainer and a great addition ...
Grover’s Bar and Grill
9160 Transit Rd Buffalo, New York 14051 • $$$$$
North Towns
Well known burger joint was once Grover Cleveland's hunting cabin and featured on Diner's, Dive-Ins and Dives. Don't pass up the cheeseburger soup. ...
Imperial Pizza
1035 Abbott Rd Buffalo, New York 14220 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
We have been serving the Best Pizza $ Wings in Buffalo $ other food to the Buffalo $ WNY Community for over 26 years. DoorDash ...
JD’s Brew Pub
405 S Cascade Dr Springville, New York 14141 • $$$$$
South Towns
JD's Brew Pub is locally owned by the Morlok brothers, Jeff and Dan. They opened the doors to the pub in 2016 with one goal in mind, to bring craft beers, ...
Jokers Bar
1783 Electric Ave Lackawanna, New York 14218 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Lackawanna's newest bar! Offering you great music, food and drinks. ...
JP Fitzgeralds
4236 Clark St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$
South Towns
Great Reubens and much more JP Fitzgerald s is the Southtowns hottest spot for casual fun with family and friends. From "The Best Reuben Sandwich in WNY" ...
Juicy Burger Bar
1 Buffalo St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$
South Towns
Juicy Burger is a much loved little spot in the 'burg that serves that little something of which Buffalo/America just can't seem to get enough. As simple ...
Kaboodles Kafe
13677 Main St Akron, New York 14001 • $$$$$
North Towns
Family run kafe, We are a family that understands what service should be like and how food should be presented ...
Kelly’s Korner
2526 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
'Teriyaki Wings' - These chicken wings are always huge, incredibly crispy and sauced perfectly using a fresh sauce that has the perfect kick without overdoing ...
Kobans Restaurant
3045 Niagara St Niagara Falls, New York 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Owned and operated since 1980 by the Koban family! Specializing in homecooked comfort food! Have you tried our homemade pierogi's. ...
Lenox Grill
140 North Street Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Serving dinner, brunch, late-night eats, 400+ bottled beers hand-crafted cocktails. Experience great food and drinks in the casual atmosphere of the historic ...
Live Edge Brewing Company
2100 Coomer Rd Burt, New York 14028 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Live Edge Brewing Company is a wonderful taproom located off the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, next to the famous Schulzes Winery. We promise to offer ...
Lou’s Restaurant
73 Webster St North Tonawanda, New York 14120 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Family-style restaurant ...
Lucky Day Whiskey Bar
320 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Lucky Day; a Whiskey Bar with whiskey happy foods. ...
MARBLE + RYE
112 Genesee St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$
Buffalo
This is quality, 'honest' food served in a pleasant, casual atmosphere. The concise menu covers all the right bases and preparation is unpretentious. The ...
New York Beer Project
6933 S Transit Rd Lockport, New York 14094 • $$$$$
Niagara County
Celebrating the unique and vibrant global beer culture, New York Beer Project is found in the town of Lockport, New York at the epicenter where two counties, ...
North End Bar & Grill
2692 Elmwood Ave Kenmore , New York 14217 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
A Word from North End Bar $ Grill A great neighborhood bar and grill. ...
O’Neill’s Stadium Inn
3864 Abbott Rd Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
Neighborhood Pub with great homemade American fare, over 50 wing flavors, house cooked turkey, beef corned beef and so much more.. Along with great breakfast ...
Off The Wall Sandwich Company
4068 N Buffalo St Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
Southtowns one stop shop for off the wall, burgers, grilled cheese, sides, salads and starters. Read Our Article About Their Opening [sm_anypost ...
Olive Branch Family Restaurant
2343 Union Rd Buffalo, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Olive Branch Family Restaurant serves Traditional American $ Greek Food in a Diner Atmosphere. ...
Pearl Street Grill & Brew Pub
76 Pearl St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$
Buffalo
Pearl Street Grill $ Brew Pub is the second largest brew pub in America.Premier spot downtown for pre/post Sabres, Bison or Bandits games, any First Niagara, ...
Rock Burger USA – Cheektowaga
2810 Union Rd Cheektowaga, New York 14227 • $$$$$
Cheektowaga and East
We are the 'Home of the Stuffed Burger'. We specialize in hand made gourmet stuffed burgers. Read Our Article About Their Opening [sm_anypost ...
Rock Burger USA – Niagara Falls
8529 Niagara Falls Blvd Niagara Falls, New York 14304 • $$$$$
Niagara County
We are the 'Home of the Stuffed Burger'. We specialize in hand made gourmet stuffed burgers. ...
Scotch n Sirloin
3999 Maple Rd Amherst, New York 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
We pride ourselves as being very hands on from the time we arrive every morning to when we lock the doors at the end of the day. ...
Snyder Bar and Grill
2067 Kensington Avenue Amherst, NY 14226 • $$$$$
North Towns
Whether you're hungry or thirsty, we have you covered. ...