Our pick · 21 ranked candidates● Updated 2026-09-02

Best Burgers in Melbourne

Name: Burger Shack
Address: level 7/252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Melbourne, AU
Price range: $20-40 per person

Compare 21 ranked candidates for Burgers in Melbourne, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.

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level 7/252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Restaurant price range: $20-40 per person. This is not a verified price for Burgers. Confirm opening hours and dish availability before travelling.

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Top 5 for Burgers in Melbourne

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1Burger ShackMelbourneMelt-in-your-mouth smash patties nestled within pillowy soft buns provide a masterfully executed texture that...10.0
2Juicey Brucey BurgersWest MelbourneReviewers praise the fresh, smash beef patties for their perfect char and soft, fluffy buns that avoid...10.0
3PM BurgersPort MelbournePM Burgers earns its high rank through juicy, well-constructed patties paired with soft buns, flavourful...10.0
4Tuckshop on BowenMelbourneReviewers repeatedly claim these are the best burgers in the city, frequently praising the quality of their...10.0
5BurgerwichMelbourneBurgerwich delivers incredibly juicy, flavourful burgers ranging from melt-in-your-mouth steak to surprising...9.8

#1 Ranked

American · Melbourne

level 7/252 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Burger Shack

Melt-in-your-mouth smash patties nestled within pillowy soft buns provide a masterfully executed texture that defines these Burgers. Every bite delivers incredible freshness and a simple, flavour-packed build that pairs perfectly with their crispy, golden poutine. While many spots attempt the craft, Burger Shack secures the top spot by pairing consistent culinary precision with an unbeatable rooftop atmosphere overlooking the Melbourne skyline.

Winner Verdict

Very Positive

Score

10.0

Mentions

Sentiment

94%

Plan the visit

Price

$20-40 per person (36 reports)

$20-40 per person

Evidence behind this ranking

Updated 2026-09-02

Collected review count: not separately recorded for every candidate in this ranking.

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

461 of 748 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 287 older).

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This dataset contains 21 ranked candidates and 68,951 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 16 recorded dish mentions are associated with Burger Shack. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.

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Runners up

Top 21 around Melbourne

02
Juicey Brucey Burgers
Reviewers praise the fresh, smash beef patties for their perfect char and soft, fluffy buns that avoid excessive grease.
Shed E Shop 50/51 Peel St, West Melbourne VIC 3000
10.0
11 mentions
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03
PM Burgers
PM Burgers earns its high rank through juicy, well-constructed patties paired with soft buns, flavourful sauces, and generous portions of loaded fries.
105 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
10.0
26 mentions
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04
Tuckshop on Bowen
Reviewers repeatedly claim these are the best burgers in the city, frequently praising the quality of their recent pop-up collaborations.
10 Bowen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
10.0
3 mentions
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05
Burgerwich
Burgerwich delivers incredibly juicy, flavourful burgers ranging from melt-in-your-mouth steak to surprising, spicy jackfruit options.
Shop 17/242 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
9.8
6 mentions
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06
The Famished Wolf Kensington
Specific comments keep coming back to these delicious burgers for their incredible flavour, even suggesting they remain worth a premium price.
332 Arden St, Kensington VIC 3031
9.1
17 mentions
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07
Milano Restaurant
The reviews point most directly to these burgers for being incredibly juicy, flavourful, and cooked to absolute perfection.
shop 105r/224 A'Beckett St, West Melbourne VIC 3003
8.8
8 mentions
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08
Salt Seafood & Burger Bar
Salt Seafood & Burger Bar is a top-rated spot for Burgers in Melbourne.
11 Errol St, North Melbourne VIC 3051
8.7
19 mentions
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09
Rana's Fish and Chips
Rana's Fish and Chips is a top-rated spot for Burgers in Melbourne.
22 Main St, Croydon VIC 3136
8.3
13 mentions
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10
Eastwood Fish & Chips
Eastwood Fish & Chips is a top-rated spot for Burgers in Melbourne.
89 Bedford Rd, Ringwood East VIC 3135
8.2
9 mentions
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11
New York Minute (Flinders St)
The strongest dish-specific praise centres on the fresh, flavourful burgers, particularly highlighting the spicy Miami Heat and crispy fried chicken options.
170 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
8.1
22 mentions
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12
Royal Stacks Emporium
Specific comments keep coming back to the burgers for their delicious flavours and impressive Maillard reaction on perfectly grilled patties.
287 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
8.1
15 mentions
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13
The Fish & Burger Co. | Home to Yo-Lo Frozen Yoghurt & Acai
The Fish & Burger Co.
1001 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster East VIC 3109
8.1
66 mentions
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14
1090 Burger
The burgers feature perfectly charred, crispy smash-style patties served on toasted milk buns with fresh salad and generous fries.
181A Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121
8.0
24 mentions
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15
Gentleman George Beers & Burgers
Specific comments keep coming back to these incredibly tasty burgers paired with some of the best chips around.
407D St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
8.0
14 mentions
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16
Tamam Cafe
The recurring detail is the incredibly filling burgers and the astounding, crunchy texture of the loaded fries.
359 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
8.0
11 mentions
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17
Hunger Valley
Hunger Valley delivers incredibly juicy beef and fried chicken burgers paired with soft, fresh buns and rich, flavourful sauces.
101/111 Market St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
7.9
22 mentions
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18
Burger Boys
The strongest dish-specific praise centres on the burgers for being perfectly cooked, seasoned, and incredibly fresh.
32 Church Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
7.8
21 mentions
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19
Editas Fish 'N' Chips
Editas Fish 'N' Chips is a top-rated spot for Burgers in Melbourne.
382 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054
7.8
19 mentions
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20
Royal Stacks Bourke St
The recurring detail is the delicious American-style burgers, especially the excellent selection of sauces like the addictive Prince Harry sauce.
670 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
7.8
21 mentions
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21
Sonnys Fried Chicken & Burgers
Sonnys Fried Chicken & Burgers is a top-rated spot for Burgers in Melbourne.
29 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
7.8
14 mentions
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Review guide

The evidence behind the best Burgers in Melbourne

This guide expands the ranking into the review patterns behind the best Burgers in Melbourne, using only pages with enough restaurant and review signal to support a fuller breakdown.

Reviews

68,951+

Restaurants

Updated

2026-09-02

Why the winner leads

Why Burger Shack ranks #1 for Burgers

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top Burgers spots stand out

The rest of the ranking still matters because Burgers searches are rarely one-size-fits-all. These are the clearest review-backed differences among the next-best places.

Juicey Brucey Burgers: Reviewers praise the fresh, smash beef patties for their perfect char and soft, fluffy buns that avoid excessive grease.
PM Burgers: PM Burgers earns its high rank through juicy, well-constructed patties paired with soft buns, flavourful sauces, and generous portions of loaded fries.
Tuckshop on Bowen: Reviewers repeatedly claim these are the best burgers in the city, frequently praising the quality of their recent pop-up collaborations.
Burgerwich: Burgerwich delivers incredibly juicy, flavourful burgers ranging from melt-in-your-mouth steak to surprising, spicy jackfruit options.

How to choose

Choosing Burgers in Melbourne

Use this ranking as a shortlist, not just a winner announcement: Burger Shack is the strongest overall signal, while the runners up show where reviewers found different strengths across Melbourne.

68,951 source-listed restaurant reviews are associated with 21 ranked candidates; these are not all collected review texts.
Burger Shack has 16 Burgers mentions and a 94% sentiment score.
The current review verdict is very positive.

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Burgers in Melbourne?

Burger Shack in Melbourne is currently ranked #1 for Burgers in Melbourne, among 21 candidates in our available dataset. Melt-in-your-mouth smash patties nestled within pillowy soft buns provide a masterfully executed texture that defines these Burgers. Every bite delivers incredible freshness and a simple, flavour-packed build that pairs perfectly with their crispy, golden poutine.

Which other Burgers places in Melbourne come close?

Juicey Brucey Burgers, PM Burgers, Tuckshop on Bowen round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 21 ranked restaurants.

How is the best Burgers in Melbourne decided?

BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-02. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.