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Food & Drink

12 of the best burgers in Dubai

Thu, August 8, 2024

Discover the city's top burger spots where juicy patties, gourmet toppings and unbeatable flavours await.

Discover the city's top burger spots where juicy patties, gourmet toppings and unbeatable flavours await.

1

High Jamz at High Joint

High Joint

This fan favourite may have started off small – its original Al Manara branch has just five counter seats – but its popularity has led to multiple other outlets opening across Dubai. The High Jamz is a particular hit, with caramelised and crispy onions, Pepper Jack cheese, beef bacon and a ranch sauce melding together beautifully with the wagyu beef patty. Vegetarians are well served by the excellent aioli-topped King Shroom too.

Essential info:

Timings: 11am to 12am (Monday to Thursday), 11am to 2am (Friday and Saturday), 11am to 1am (Sunday)
Contact: +971 4 268 1586
Price: AED55
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Onpassive station, which is a six-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.instagram.com/high.joint

2

Big Poppa at Ugly Burger

Ugly Burger

Don't be deceived by the name – the dishes served up at Ugly Burger are utterly delicious. The Nakheel Mall hotspot incorporates interesting Asian accents into its burgers, like the Ebi Shrimp Katsu, which also has panko breadcrumbs and a sweet chili sriracha sauce. But if you're looking for something meaty to satisfy even the heftiest appetite, the Big Poppa is a must-try. Along with two beef patties, you'll find a double layer of cheese, onion rings, homemade BBQ sauce and garlic mayo for a truly extravagant experience.

Essential info:

Timings: 10am to 10pm (Sunday to Thursday), 10am to 11pm (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 56 743 5727
Price: AED63
How to get there: Take the Palm Monorail to Nakheel Mall station
Website: www.instagram.com/ugly.burger

3

Bull Burger at Eleven Green

eleven-green

Located in Meyan Mall in Umm Suqeim 2, this homegrown brand aims to revolutionise the local food scene with an emphasis on superior quality and eco-consciousness. Expect to find options like the award-winning Bull Burger, made with 100 per cent wagyu beef, cheddar, house special beef bacon jam and the signature Bull sauce, served in a Hokkaido milk bun. Another highlight is the classic 11G Cheeseburger, with a hand-pressed wagyu beef patty, American cheese, onions, pickles, and a house special sauce in a potato bun.

Essential info:

Timings: 12:30pm to 12am (Sunday to Thursday), 12:30pm to 1am (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 4 572 3000
Price: AED61
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Equiti station, which is a 10-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.eleven-green.com

4

Original Beef Slider at SALT

Salt Restaurant Dubai

What started out as a roving food truck has become a regional slider empire – and with good reason. The original mission was to "find SALT", as clues dropped on social media, but now you can pop into any of the homegrown brand's five Dubai branches. Their alfresco Kite Beach space, not far from where they first started, is still a favourite among locals. Specials drop periodically but you can't go wrong with their original slider (which gives two burgers for every order), or the chicken Cheetos slider.

Essential info:

Timings: Open 24/7
Contact: +971 600 555 551
Price: AED40
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Onpassive station, which is an 11-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.instagram.com/findsalt

5

The Chicken Sando at Pickl

Pickl Dubai

Its signature offering may be called The Chicken Sando, but it's definitely a burger – and a contender for the best crispy fried chicken in the city. Regulars add heat with their Jeff It Up spice mix, order tubs of Secret Sauce and complete the feast with beef bacon and pickle-topped Messy Fries with extra chicken tenders. Their buttery brioche karak ice-cream sandwiches will cool down the heat too. There's a reason that this outfit, which started in 2019, has already proliferated to seven outlets in such a short time – you can even find their food at the Time Out Market Dubai food hall.

Essential info:

Timings: 10am to 2am (Saturday to Thursday), 10am to 4am (Friday)
Contact: +971 4 584 6859
Price: AED37
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Sobha Realty station, which is a six-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.eatpickl.com

6

Buffalo Chicken at She Burger

She Burger

If you haven't been lucky enough to try Shaikha Eissa Al Lutfi's spectacular burgers, now is your chance. Although there are several snap-worthy concoctions like the towering Holy Grail potatoes, with melted cheddar and jalapeno among the plate's mouthwatering ingredients, what draws regulars are the burgers. From Nashville-inspired chicken and short rib sliders with sauerkraut to fish fillets, veggie patties and the popular Buffalo chicken, there are 16 options to choose from.

Essential info:

Timings: 11am to 12am (Sunday to Thursday), 11am to 1am (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 4 333 3258
Price: From AED42
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Business Bay station, which is a five-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.sheburger.com

7

The Champ at Black Tap

Black Tap

Multi-tiered burgers and mammoth over-the-top milkshakes that light up photo feeds are the order of the day at this American import, which has taken Dubai by storm with branches at Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and Rixos JBR. Upbeat tunes set the scene as you decide on your choice of 'griddled' burger; we recommend award-winning creation The Champ with blue cheese, house buttermilk-dill and rocket atop a thick wagyu beef patty in a potato roll.

Essential info:

Timings: 11am to 12am (Sunday to Thursday), 11am to 1am (Friday and Saturday)
Contact: +971 4 330 5103
Price: AED90
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station, which is a 15-minute indoor walk away
Website: www.blacktapme.com

8

Triple Mushroom Burger at Saltbae Burger

Salt Bae Burger Dubai

Social media sensation Nusret Gokce has embraced his 'Salt Bae' nickname with this eponymous eatery in DIFC. The burger was so popular at his first Dubai restaurant, Nusr-Et Steakhouse, that the Turkish meat maestro decided to go one step further, serving 15 options that include a Levant-inspired creation, a surf 'n' turf treat and even a decadent gold-leafed version (at AED640). Our personal pick is the delightful Triple Mushroom Burger, which comes with wagyu beef, gouda cheese and a sauce that combines portobello, button and chestnut mushrooms.

Essential info:

Timings: 12pm to 12:30am daily
Contact: +971 4 235 7900
Price: AED138
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Financial Centre station, which is an eight-minute taxi journey away
Website: Saltbae Burger doesn't currently have a website

9

Wagyu Overload at 3Fils

3 Fils

Alongside the sushi and seafood at this popular Asian eatery is the Wagyu Overload, which is one of the waterside spot's signature items. You'll be showing off your foodie credentials if you order the beloved dish. Its building blocks? A potato bun, provolone cheese, chipotle mayo and juicy patties – it's worth heading to the eatery in Jumeirah Fishing Harbour for this alone.

Essential info:

Timings: 12pm to 12am daily
Contact: +971 56 273 0030
Price: AED79
How to get there: 3Fils is easiest to reach by taxi
Website: www.3fils.com

10

Avocado Burger at Common Grounds

Avocato

You don't usually associate burgers with healthy eating, but Common Grounds is determined to change that with their wholesome recipes. Swap the sweet potato fries for green salad, and you can even skip the vegan potato bun and ask for crisp lettuce when ordering the Avocado Burger. Luckily, you're not compromising on flavour as the crumbed avocado and chickpea patty is a filling, multi-textured delight and comes complete with vegan mayo, beetroot hummus and pickled onions. Its JBR branch is one of seven outlets in Dubai; other Common Grounds locations include DIFC, Nakheel Mall and Kite Beach. 

Essential info:

Timings: 8am to 11:30pm daily
Contact: +971 50 523 7546
Price: AED68
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to DMCC station, which is an 11-minute indoor walk away
Website: www.eatx.com/common-grounds

11

The Hot Spicy Mess at Bossman's Burgr Factory

The Burger Factory food image Dubai
Originally from Romania, this lively spot specialises in culinary creations that are as quirky as they are gigantic. There are plenty of eye-catching burgers to choose from, including The Hot Spicy Mess with secret sauce and hot pepper jam, and The Pancake Beast, which features a buttered pancake among its many indulgent ingredients. It's no wonder Bossman's Burgr Factory is a social media sensation, with more than 500,000 Instagram followers. 
 

Essential info:

Timings: 4pm to 2am (Monday to Thursday), 2pm to 2am (Friday to Sunday)
Contact: +971 50 341 0188
Price: AED60
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Onpassive station, which is a 12-minute taxi journey away
Website: www.burgrfactory.com

12

Cheeseburger at Five Guys

Five Guys Dubai

Five Guys is a fast food behemoth with locations across the city. At its Dubai Mall outlet, you'll find an incredible spot to refuel with a perfect view of The Dubai Fountain. The menu is compact, which makes deciding even easier. Our favourite is the signature Cheeseburger with two fresh beef sliders on a sesame seed bun with all the toppings we can fit, while the Little Hamburger is ideal for smaller appetites.

Essential info:

Timings: 10am to 12am (Monday to Thursday), 10am to 1am (Friday to Sunday)
Contact: +971 4 380 4117
Price: AED49
How to get there: Take the Red line of Dubai Metro to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall station, which is a 17-minute indoor walk away
Website: www.fiveguys.ae

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