Best Burgers Restaurants in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
The Alvin Public House
Irish-leaning neighborhood pub where the signature Alvin Burger anchors a strong burger lineup.
Notable Picks
8.3
The Alvin Public House is a cozy Lenox Hill pub where the burger program sits alongside Irish-influenced comfort dishes, Guinness, and cocktails. Regulars talk about the Alvin Burger and Smash Burger as serious neighborhood contenders, served in a dimly lit room with booths, a back dining area, and some outdoor seating that works for both casual dates and small groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Alvin Burger (50/50 short rib–brisket blend with bacon, pepper jack, onion ring, garlic-herb aioli), Pub Burger on brioche with fries or salad, Smash Burger with optional double patty and cheese
What Makes it Special: Irish-leaning neighborhood pub where the signature Alvin Burger anchors a strong burger lineup.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Plentiful Burger operates as a virtual kitchen out of a First Avenue address, leaning into house-baked veggie grain burgers and lighter sides rather than heavy diner-style plates. With a solid delivery rating and a menu that reads more health-conscious than greasy-spoon, it fills the niche for Upper East Side diners who want a burger format with more vegetables and whole grains.
Must-Try Dishes:
House baked veggie grain burger topped with peppers, onions, avocado, and cheddar, Veggie grain burger on a bun with side salad, Veggie burger and soup combo
What Makes it Special: Delivery-first burger concept focused on veggie-forward grain patties instead of heavy beef stacks.