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.
Bull Burger at Eleven Green
Buffalo Chicken at 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
The Champ at 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
Triple Mushroom Burger at Saltbae Burger
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
Wagyu Overload at 3Fils
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
Avocado Burger at Common Grounds
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