← New searchThe winner · Analysed 274 reviews● Updated 2026-05-12
Best Burgers in Carlton
After scrutinising 44,813 reviews across 58 Melbourne establishments, Burger Shack emerged as the city's premier burger destination. Diners consistently highlight the incredible freshness of the ingredients and the impressive rooftop atmosphere.
American · Carlton
29 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
Sonnys Fried Chicken & Burgers
Reviewers consistently praise the phenomenal fried chicken burgers for their incredible flavor and the ability to choose between white or dark meat. While the interior appears slightly dingy, the speedy service and excellent tap beer selection make this spot worth visiting.
Winner Verdict
Very PositiveScore
7.7
Mentions
13
Sentiment
85%
“best fried chicken burgers in melbourne oh my god. so consistent and delicious every time. had a very small delay due to a connection order and they gave me some free chicken. now I’m hooked on the fried chicken too. 5/5”
— Brian Lee
Restaurant details
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (76 reports)
Hours
Open - Closes 10 pm
Address
29 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
Phone
03) 9663 6350
Plus code
5XV8+G8 Carlton, Victoria
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very PositiveReviews Analysed
274+
Restaurants Evaluated
1
Sentiment Score
85%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-12
Runners up
Top 1 around Carlton
Sources
1 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
13 mentions of "Burgers" tied to Sonnys Fried Chicken & Burgers.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.