5 Best Burger Spots in Denver that Locals Rave About

Denver is stacked with good burgers—from old‑school neighborhood joints to chef‑y versions on brioche with fancy cheese. These five spots come up again and again when Denver locals argue about where to get the best burger in town.

1. The Cherry Cricket

Ask almost any Denverite for a classic burger recommendation and the Cherry Cricket will be one of the first names you hear. It’s loud, casual, and feels like it’s been there forever—in the best way.

You build your burger exactly how you want it: choose your patty, cheese, and then go wild with toppings like green chiles, cream cheese, bacon, grilled onions, jalapeños, and more. The patties are juicy, the char is real, and the buns hold up under huge stacks of toppings. Pair it with fries or tots and a local beer and you’ll understand why it’s basically burger canon in Denver.

2. Park Burger

Park Burger (with several locations around Denver) is the neighborhood burger bar everyone wishes they had down the street. It’s casual and family‑friendly, but the food is done with clear intention.

Burgers come with well‑seasoned patties, toasted buns, and toppings that go a little beyond the usual—think fried eggs, avocado, green chile, and house sauces. Locals swear by the Royal (bacon and a fried egg) and anything with their house green chile on top. Add truffle fries or sweet potato fries and a local draft beer, and you’ve hit peak Denver comfort food.

3. My Brother’s Bar

My Brother’s Bar is one of Denver’s oldest continuously operating bars, and it feels exactly like the kind of place that would quietly have one of the city’s best burgers. No TVs, a slightly old‑world vibe, and a timeless menu.

The burger here is simple but perfect: a loosely packed patty cooked on the griddle, served in a basket with a little caddy of toppings—pickles, onions, peppers—so you dress it yourself. The Johnny Burger (with jalapeños, onions, and cream cheese) is a local favorite. It’s the kind of place you come once and then end up wanting as your default “meet you there” spot.

4. Steuben’s

Steuben’s is a retro‑inspired diner and bar that specializes in classic American comfort food done with a little extra polish. Burgers here are straightforward but super dialed in.

Their standard burger brings two thin, griddled patties with melty American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and special sauce on a soft bun—basically the perfect elevated fast‑food fantasy. The patty melt and green chile cheeseburger variations also get a lot of local love. With crispy fries, strong cocktails, and a fun, buzzy atmosphere, this is a go‑to for groups who want more than “just” a burger.

5. Hopdoddy Burger Bar (Denver Locations)

Yes, it’s a small chain—but Denver locals still count Hopdoddy in the burger conversation because the quality is consistently high. The vibe is bright, modern, and a little hip, with a strong beer and cocktail program to match the food.

The patties are thick and cooked to a juicy medium, with creative combos like the Magic Shroom (goat cheese, mushrooms, basil pesto) or the Goodnight/Good Cause (bacon, cheddar, BBQ sauce, jalapeños). House‑made buns, hand‑cut fries, and excellent dips (truffle, chipotle, etc.) round out the experience. It’s one of the few places where both burger purists and “load it up with weird toppings” people walk away happy.