Best Burgers Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square

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.

Counter‑serve plant‑based comfort food that turns classic NYC street‑food into vegan favorites — from seitan gyros to mac ’n’ cheese. Great for a quick, satisfying bite in Midtown between errands or shows.

Mocha Burger Lux is a kosher burger and steak house just off Fifth Avenue, focusing on grass-fed beef, elaborate lamb and beef burgers, and shareable sides in a dimly lit, clubby room. Diners come for indulgent burgers, late-night hours, and the rare combination of glatt-kosher certification with Midtown polish.

A Bryant Park-adjacent fast-casual counter built around smash-style Certified Angus Beef patties, tots, and a tight “burger + beer” lane. The move is simple: go double if you want real beef-to-bun balance, add tots or fries, and keep toppings focused so the char and salt stay in front.

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.

Family-owned since 1974, Maggie’s Place is a classic Midtown Irish restaurant and cocktail bar where the burger has become a staple alongside shepherd’s pie and fish and chips. Regulars rely on it for post-office pints, burger-and-beer specials, and a menu that quietly overperforms expectations for a busy mid-block pub.

A halal-focused smash-burger spot that’s easy to miss but built for repeatable, no-frills satisfaction—crispy patties, straightforward combos, and a quick counter rhythm. It’s strongest as a late-evening grab when you want burger-and-fries comfort without the bar scene.

Casual burger spot where fries consistently draw praise for crispness and portion size — a popular grab‑and‑go or sit‑down option in the Theater District. Perfect for burger‑and‑fries nights when you want reliable comfort food with no fuss. The fries hold up well even with burgers stacked high, and the ambiance stays relaxed yet lively.