Best Burgers Restaurants in Hell's Kitchen Midtown West (10036)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
5 Napkin Burger
High-volume institution that still delivers a proper, juicy pub burger.
Notable Picks
8.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
A Hell’s Kitchen mainstay built around hefty, well-seasoned patties and a broad lineup of creative builds. The burgers land with reliable char, juicy interiors, and strong sides, backed by years of steady local and tourist traffic. Big room energy makes it ideal pre-theater or for groups who want a classic NYC burger stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
5 Napkin Burger (Gruyère, caramelized onions, rosemary-garlic aioli), Truffle Burger, Crinkle-Cut Fries
What makes it special: High-volume institution that still delivers a proper, juicy pub burger.
8.3
A narrow counter-service spot focused on classic griddled burgers with a nostalgic soda-fountain vibe. Patties are smashed to a deeply browned crust, tucked into soft potato buns, and kept deliberately simple. It’s compact, fast, and consistently praised for nailing the old-school NYC cheeseburger feel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single Cheeseburger, Patty Melt, Snappy Dog
What makes it special: No-frills smash burgers done with textbook griddle technique.
8.2
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Comfort Food Classics
A Times Square-adjacent, multi-level room that balances a crowd-pleasing burger with its seafood headline act. The burger is rich and beef-forward, often ordered as part of the lobster-and-burger combo, and the kitchen handles volume smoothly. Great for groups who want a burger anchor without giving up a full Midtown dining vibe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burger & Lobster Combo, The B&L Burger, Shoestring Fries
What makes it special: A polished Midtown room where the burger holds its own alongside lobster.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A family-owned Midtown smash-burger shop with a kosher-leaning menu and speedy counter service. The griddled patties come crisp-edged and seasoned assertively, with a solid roster of toppings and sides. A low-key option when you want a dependable burger near Times Square without the chain feel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Smash Cheeseburger, Onion Rings, House Fries
What makes it special: Family-run smash burgers in a tourist-heavy corridor.
#5
Cubby's
7.8
A newer Hell’s Kitchen quick-service burger and shake counter built for speed and value. The menu leans classic—well-seared patties, melty cheese, and crisp fries—executed with surprising care for a grab-and-go setup. Best for an unfussy burger fix between errands or before a night out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Cheeseburger, Loaded Fries, Vanilla Shake
What makes it special: Fast, budget-friendly burgers with solid shake game.