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It’s no secret that San Antonians love burgers. Here’s 25 spots to chow down that will not dissapoint.
Longhorn Cafe
1003 Rittiman Rd/3150 SE Military Dr #106/17625 Blanco Rd #1, thelonghorncafe.com
Take the whole family for a Big and Juicy
Photo via Instagram/GretchenfoxCured
306 Pearl Pkwy #101, (210) 314-3929, curedatpearl.com
The Blue Ribbon Burger is the way to go.Courtesy photoCheesy Jane’s
4200 Broadway St, (210) 826-0800, cheesyjanes.com
Enjoy their classic burgers in Alamo Heights or catch one of their food trucks around town.
Photo via Instagram/Saravoorhees87Chris Madrid’s
1900 Blanco Rd, (210) 735-3552, chrismadrids.com
For when you need to eat something and then be good for the rest of the week.
Photo via Instagram/Javala21Big Lou’s Burgers
2014 S Ww White Rd, (210) 359-8015, biglousburgersbbq-satx.com
For the best burger on the east side, check out Big Lou’s.
Photo via Facebook/Big Lou’s BurgersBurgers Brews and Blues
2202 N Zarzamora, (210) 731-8770
New, no-frills place serving up great burgers near Woodlawn Lake.
Photo via Yelp/Rachel M.Babe’s
Four Locations, babeshamburgers.com
You’re never too far away from Babe’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers.
Photo via Yelp/Lori G.Chester’s Hamburgers
Three locations
How often do you get to order a poppy seed bun with your burger?
Photo via Instagram/Jasflor87Bobby J’s
13247 Bandera Rd, (210) 695-4941, bobbyjsburgers.com
Not to be confused with Big Bob’s Burgers, Bobby J’s is a great place to hang out when on the Northwest Side.
Photo via Yelp/Diana N.Earth Burger
818 NW Loop 410, (210) 524-1086, eatatearthburger.com
If you’re a vegetarian in a rush, this place has a drive-thru.
Photo courtesy of EarthburgerBurger Boy
2323 N St. Mary’s St, (210) 735-1955
Across the street from the Paper Tiger, Burger Boy is a great spot to fuel up after a show. We also recommend the milkshakes — they come with sprinkles!
Photo via Instagram/Alan B.Zinc
207 N Presa St, (210) 224-2900, zincwine.com
Get a little fancy with your burger with a glass of wine.
Photo courtesy of ZincBig Bob’s Burgers
Two locations, bigbobsburgers.com
Sit down with a 50/50 burger and one of the 80 types of beer they have on hand.
Photo courtesy of Big Bob’s BurgersCullum’s Attaboy
2410 N St Mary’s St, attaboyburgers.com If you trust Attagirl to make great chicken, then you shouldn’t be disappointed here.
Photo courtesy of Cullum’s AttaboyFreddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Multiple Locations, freddysusa.com
The fries are a little thin but the burger’s what it’s all about.
Photo via Yelp/Dave M.Green
Two Locations, eatatgreen.com Their chikpea veggie patties will make you forget you’re eating healthier.
Photo via Yelp/Sara K.Highlander Bar & Grill
5562 Fredericksburg Rd, (210) 340-4577, highlanderbarandgrill.com
Highlander has a pretty descent happy hour to go along with your burger.
Photo via Yelp/Bin X.Luther’s Café
1503 N Main Ave, (210) 223-7727, lutherscafe.com
Luther’s is a hip and happening place that makes a mean burger.
Photo via Yelp/Alan B.Mad Macks
2933 Roosevelt Ave, (210) 922-1500
Take in the 50’s diner vibes on the South side.
Photo via Yelp/Clifford P.Momak’s
3838 Jones Maltsberger Rd, (210) 481-3600
At the edge of McAllister Park, this family friendly joint has open spaces for the kids who still want to play.
Photo via Yelp/Pam D.Papa’s Burgers
709 W Old Hwy 90, (210) 336-7743
Some of the best burgers on the West side.
Photo via Yelp/Jessica P.Sam’s Burger Joint
330 E Grayson St, (210) 223-2830, samsburgerjoint.com Take in a show and a good burger.
Photo via Sam’s Burger JointSeñor Veggie
620 S Presa St, (210) 228-0073, senorveggie.usBYOB and keep your vegan friend happy.
Photo via Yelp/John C.The Cove
606 W Cypress St, (210) 227-2683, thecove.usLet the kids run around, the dog have some fun in the sun, the car gets washed, the laundry gets done.
Photo via Yelp/Yvette S.The Shack
6392 Babcock Rd, (210) 558-3660 A little hidden and unassuming, but totally worth the visit.
Photo via Yelp/ Yeni L.