Best Burgers Restaurants in Tenderloin
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pomeroy Bar and Grill
Smashburgers and whiskey in a casual Tenderloin bar setting.
Notable Picks
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Quick Bites Champions
Happy Hour Hotspots
Comfort Food Classics
Neighborhood bar on Larkin turning out smashburgers, fried cheese curds, and a strong craft-beer and whiskey lineup. Go for the double-patty with caramelized onions and stay for happy hour pricing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Patty Smash Burger, Fried Cheese Curds with Marinara, Poutine with Porcini Gravy
What Makes it Special: Smashburgers and whiskey in a casual Tenderloin bar setting.
Worthy Picks
#2
PLS on Post
7.7
Union Square hotel hangout serving classic double-stack and mini burgers with late-day hours for post-shopping bites. Straightforward, quick, and wallet-friendly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Super Burger (double ¼-lb patties, Super Sauce), Mini Burger, Veggie Burger
What Makes it Special: Classic double-stack burgers in a lively hotel bar space.
7.6
Modernized offshoot of the 1947 SF classic serving diner-style burgers, shakes, and late-evening service. The Famous Melburger and the sourdough-stacked Sunset Burger anchor a reliable menu steps from Van Ness transit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Famous Melburger (1/3-lb Angus), Sunset Burger (bacon, avocado, cheddar on sourdough), Patty Melt (rye, grilled onions, Swiss)
What Makes it Special: SF’s diner legacy with burgers and shakes served until late evening.