Best Burgers Restaurants in Murray Hill & Kips Bay (10016)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
7th Street Burger Kips Bay
Ultra-simple smash burgers with big crust, gooey cheese, and late hours.
Notable Picks
8.7
7th Street Burger’s Kips Bay outpost is a no-frills smash-burger counter turning out thin, deeply seared patties on soft potato buns for under $15. Lines move fast, late-night hours stretch past midnight, and the short menu of cheeseburgers and loaded fries delivers a high payoff for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Cheeseburger, Spicy Jalapeño Cheeseburger, Loaded Beef Fries
What makes it special: Ultra-simple smash burgers with big crust, gooey cheese, and late hours.
8.5
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
Jackson Hole’s Murray Hill location has been serving oversized, pan-cooked burgers since the 1970s, with patties that spill far beyond the bun. The diner-like space, thick shakes, and long-running menu make it a classic choice when you want a sit-down burger that eats like a full plate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Santa Fe Burger, Mexican Burger, Soul Burger
What makes it special: Decades-old spot famous for enormous, overflowing burgers and shakes.
8.5
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Happy Hour Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Park Avenue Tavern is a polished American tavern near Grand Central serving burgers, flatbreads, and pub-leaning plates alongside a deep drinks list. It’s a staple for business lunches, after-work drinks, and group dinners in Midtown East.
Must-Try Dishes:
NYC Burrata, Tuna Tartare, Chicken Sandwich
What makes it special: Classic Midtown tavern with self-pour beer booths and all-day service.
8.4
Little Ruby’s brings an Australian café feel to Kips Bay, but its Bronte Burger has become as much of a draw as the brunch plates. Expect a lively room, strong coffee, and burgers built on soft buns with thoughtfully layered toppings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bronte Burger, Classic Cheeseburger, Fried Chicken Burger
What makes it special: Australian-style café where the signature Bronte Burger rivals brunch.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Handsome Rice is a compact counter-service spot in Murray Hill serving rice and salad bowls built around Korean BBQ meats and vegetables. It’s a weekday staple for nearby office workers who want something fast, filling, and more thoughtful than a generic lunch chain.
Must-Try Dishes:
Handsome Rice meat-lover bowl (galbi, bulgogi, jeyuk, chicken), Jeyuk spicy pork BBQ bowl, Bibimbap-style salad bowl with gochujang
What makes it special: Korean BBQ bowl shop turning galbi and bulgogi into efficient everyday meals.
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Trendy Table Hotspots
Bareburger’s Smash Club in Murray Hill focuses on crusty smash patties, organic beef, and plenty of vegan and gluten-free options. The casual room and full bar make it a flexible hangout when a group wants burgers but needs plant-based and dietary options covered.
Must-Try Dishes:
Supreme Burger, Standard Burger, Americana Burger
What makes it special: Smash-style burgers with organic sourcing and strong vegan options.