The Best Burgers in San Francisco by Neighborhood

Bayview

B&J Burgers

Be sure to check out B&J Burgers in the Bayview, a quick ride on the Central Subway. This breakfast and burger joint will cook up a classic American burger in no time. Most Popular Burgers: Bacon Cheese Burger.

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Castro/Noe Valley

Hi Tops

Say hi to the folks at Hi Tops. This friendly LGBTQ+ sports bar is the place to be, with weekly specials including 25 cent wings and trivia nights. Most Popular Burger: Bacon-Beef Burger.

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Embarcadero

Gott's Roadside

For quintessential American diner fare, elevated by California quality, be sure to visit Gott's. They have multiple outposts around the Bay Area, but we think their Ferry Building location hits the spot. What goes better with a juicy, delectable burger than people-watching and breezes off the bay? Most Popular Burger: Sure, the California burger is great; but have you tried the Kimchi Burger?

Super Duper Burger 

For the price, not many can beat what Super Duper Burger offers. With numerous locations around the Financial District, this is often a place people look forward to for lunch. Pair the juicy Super Duper Burger or Chicken Sandwich with garlic fries and wash it all down with a cold beer or an old-fashioned milk shake. Most Popular Burger: Super Duper Burger.

In-n-Out

Is an introduction really needed for this California legend? Serving nothing but burgers and fries, this drive-in style joint is Californian comfort food. Be sure to check out their not-so-secret menu, which includes the notorious 4x4, a smaller grilled cheese, and Neapolitan shake. Most Popular Burger: Double-Double, Animal Style Fries.

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Marina/Pacific Heights

Causwells

The Marina is all about looking put-together, which makes Causwells's sloppy burger so much more surprising—and enjoyable! Char-grilled patties, melted cheese that flows like lava, and a perfect house sauce are well-worth any smudges or stains you might get on your Patagonia fleece or Lululemon pants. Most Popular Burger: Americana burger.

Roam

Would you like bison or elk in your burger? Roam presents their interesting selection of burger meats with different delicious styles. If meat isn’t your thing, their veggie burger is quite good, too.. Most Popular Burgers: Heritage, Tejano, and Sunnyside styles.

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Mission District

ABV

3174 16th St.

So good that it's creator originally gave it a NSFW name, the ABV burger is a glorious 1/3-pound patty topped with white cheddar, red onion, pickles, and a tangy sauce. While popular and often busy, ABV knows its audience and keeps their kitchen open until midnight. Most Popular Burger: The ABV Burger.

Mission Bowling Club

Go for bowling; stay for the food. This is a great place for happy hour fun and very happy dining afterwards. This might be the best food experience at any bowling alley! Most Popular Burger: Mission Burger.

Trick Dog

Trick Dog is basically a bar, and that’s the tricky part. With its Scotch eggs, The Trick Dog (their hotdog-shaped burger), and thrice-cooked fries, you could hardly tell. This fusion cocktail bar will have you coming back, for sure. Most Popular Burger: Trick Dog.

True Laurel

Purists will say this burger recommendation should come with an asterisk, as its more patty melt than burger. But when something tastes this good, why waste time arguing? Sandwiched between two thin slices of toasted bread that gets griddled in beef fat, the True Laurel burger is topped with cheese, caramelized onions, and pickles. Most Popular Burger: TL Patty Melt.

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NOPA

Nopa

The mix of rustic touches and urban cool makes Nopa a great gathering place—so great that you will most likely need a reservation. Nopa is an advocate of sustainable dining. They have their own bee hives on the roof of the restaurant! Most Popular Burger: Wood Grilled Burger.