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The 11 Juiciest Burgers in Dallas

Whether at a legendary drive-in or swanky steakhouse, here’s where to find the city’s most beloved burgers

by Courtney E. Smith and Rachel Pinn Updated
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by Courtney E. Smith and Rachel Pinn Updated

It's impossible to throw a perfectly-buttered bun without hitting a burger joint in Dallas, and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Forever known in the restaurant world as the city of meat, Dallas is home to some truly excellent takes on America’s favorite sandwich.

But where are the best burgers in Dallas? In a city with so many burger-laden menus, it can be difficult to wade through and find the gems. Though there are many spots in town to chow down on a perfectly serviceable burger, these establishments and their burgers make burger night the best night of the week.

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Jakes Burgers and Beer

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In Dallas, one likes Keller’s or one like’s Jake’s. Folks on the Jake’s side of the fence maybe don’t care about drive-ins, and prefer their burgers smothered in Thousand Island Dressing. The lettuce and tomatoes are always fresh, and all that dressing makes it a salad with a hamburger — right? Kinda? Anyway, it’s good.

6606 Skillman St (at Walling Ln.), Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 349-1422
(214) 349-1422

Keller's Drive-In

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Founded by Jack Keller more than 50 years ago, this drive-in burger joint is a Dallas institution. Diners can still score a solid cheeseburger served on a poppy seed bun, crispy tater tots, and milkshake at an affordable price point.

6537 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 368-1209
(214) 368-1209

Goodfriend Beer Garden and Burger House

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The Bourdain, named after Anthony, is a go-to order at Goodfriend. Conceived at the height of the smash burger era, it features two patties, American cheese, kewpie mayo, tomatoes, lettuce, and all the trappings. Pro-tip: get the sweet potato fries.

1154 Peavy Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 324-3335
(214) 324-3335

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Burger House

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This Dallas-based chain proves that multiple locations don’t have to mean burger mediocrity. Burger House has been serving up patties to meat enthusiasts across Dallas-Fort Worth for more than 60 years, which probably has something to do with the special seasoning used on those patties.

6248 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 828-2732
(214) 828-2732

Knife

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A steakhouse for a burger? Yeah, when it’s Knife, it’s worth it. The Ozersky is a classic but it also offers the Pimento (with a healthy serving of pimento cheese), the Magic which is served on an English muffin, and the Beef Cheek.

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5300 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 443-9339
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Maple & Motor

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Maple & Motor has long offered one of Dallas’ favorite burgers, landing on nearly every burger enthusiast’s best-of list and even earning recognition from flame-shirted Food Network personality Guy Fieri.

4810 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 522-4400
(214) 522-4400

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Liberty Burger

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Liberty Burger’s five DFW locations offer a family-friendly atmosphere and a crowd-pleasing menu of burgers. The classic Liberty Burger boasts an all-American combo of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. Fries come in skinny or sweet potato. Don’t skip the decadent shakes, either — they’re especially satisfying when spiked with a shot of booze.

1904 Abrams Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 887-9999
(214) 887-9999

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Lakewood Landing

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The Landing knows that nothing goes with a beer like a burger. And with that nugget of knowledge, it set about the business of making a great dive-bar burger.

5818 Live Oak St (btwn Skillman St. & La Vista Dr.), Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 823-2410
(214) 823-2410

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Burger Schmurger

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Is this the best burger in Dallas? Giving the title to one place is a hard call. But it’s a damn fine smashburger with a unique sauce that mixes in onions to maximal effect. Find it inside High Fives.

1804 Mcmillan Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75206

The Peak Inn

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The drinks are plain, the bartender is sarcastic, and the burgers are out of this world. It’s third of a pound freshly ground cheeseburgers are truly the platonic ideal of a burger. And the chili cheese melt burger is worth an order as well, if you can handle it.

132 North Peak Street, Dallas, Texas 75226
(214) 377-8828
(214) 377-8828

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Herby's

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The motto here seems to be: do a little bit but do it hella good. The tiny menu includes a smashburger that comes a few different ways, and comes with dusted tater tots on the side.

2109 South Edgefield Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75224
(214) 613-6966
(214) 613-6966

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Jakes Burgers and Beer

6606 Skillman St (at Walling Ln.), Dallas, TX 75231

In Dallas, one likes Keller’s or one like’s Jake’s. Folks on the Jake’s side of the fence maybe don’t care about drive-ins, and prefer their burgers smothered in Thousand Island Dressing. The lettuce and tomatoes are always fresh, and all that dressing makes it a salad with a hamburger — right? Kinda? Anyway, it’s good.

6606 Skillman St (at Walling Ln.), Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 349-1422
(214) 349-1422

Keller's Drive-In

6537 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75231

Founded by Jack Keller more than 50 years ago, this drive-in burger joint is a Dallas institution. Diners can still score a solid cheeseburger served on a poppy seed bun, crispy tater tots, and milkshake at an affordable price point.

6537 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 368-1209
(214) 368-1209

Goodfriend Beer Garden and Burger House

1154 Peavy Rd, Dallas, TX 75218

The Bourdain, named after Anthony, is a go-to order at Goodfriend. Conceived at the height of the smash burger era, it features two patties, American cheese, kewpie mayo, tomatoes, lettuce, and all the trappings. Pro-tip: get the sweet potato fries.

1154 Peavy Rd, Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 324-3335
(214) 324-3335

Burger House

6248 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75214

This Dallas-based chain proves that multiple locations don’t have to mean burger mediocrity. Burger House has been serving up patties to meat enthusiasts across Dallas-Fort Worth for more than 60 years, which probably has something to do with the special seasoning used on those patties.

6248 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 828-2732
(214) 828-2732

Knife

5300 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75206

A steakhouse for a burger? Yeah, when it’s Knife, it’s worth it. The Ozersky is a classic but it also offers the Pimento (with a healthy serving of pimento cheese), the Magic which is served on an English muffin, and the Beef Cheek.

5300 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 443-9339
(214) 443-9339

Maple & Motor

4810 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219

Maple & Motor has long offered one of Dallas’ favorite burgers, landing on nearly every burger enthusiast’s best-of list and even earning recognition from flame-shirted Food Network personality Guy Fieri.

4810 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 522-4400
(214) 522-4400

Liberty Burger

1904 Abrams Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75214

Liberty Burger’s five DFW locations offer a family-friendly atmosphere and a crowd-pleasing menu of burgers. The classic Liberty Burger boasts an all-American combo of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. Fries come in skinny or sweet potato. Don’t skip the decadent shakes, either — they’re especially satisfying when spiked with a shot of booze.

1904 Abrams Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 887-9999
(214) 887-9999

Lakewood Landing

5818 Live Oak St (btwn Skillman St. & La Vista Dr.), Dallas, TX 75214

The Landing knows that nothing goes with a beer like a burger. And with that nugget of knowledge, it set about the business of making a great dive-bar burger.

5818 Live Oak St (btwn Skillman St. & La Vista Dr.), Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 823-2410
(214) 823-2410

Burger Schmurger

1804 Mcmillan Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75206

Is this the best burger in Dallas? Giving the title to one place is a hard call. But it’s a damn fine smashburger with a unique sauce that mixes in onions to maximal effect. Find it inside High Fives.

1804 Mcmillan Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75206

The Peak Inn

132 North Peak Street, Dallas, Texas 75226

The drinks are plain, the bartender is sarcastic, and the burgers are out of this world. It’s third of a pound freshly ground cheeseburgers are truly the platonic ideal of a burger. And the chili cheese melt burger is worth an order as well, if you can handle it.

132 North Peak Street, Dallas, Texas 75226
(214) 377-8828
(214) 377-8828

Herby's

2109 South Edgefield Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75224

The motto here seems to be: do a little bit but do it hella good. The tiny menu includes a smashburger that comes a few different ways, and comes with dusted tater tots on the side.

2109 South Edgefield Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75224
(214) 613-6966
(214) 613-6966

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