Roseville’s food scene has gone way beyond mall chains—between old‑school grills, taprooms, and polished burger joints, locals have strong opinions on where to get the best burger. These five spots get named again and again.
1. Final Gravity Taproom & Bottle Shop (Roseville)
Known first for its craft beer, Final Gravity also quietly cranks out some of the best burgers in Roseville from its in‑house kitchen partners/rotating pop‑ups.
You’ll usually find juicy, smash‑style or griddled patties with crispy edges, melty American or cheddar, and simple but dialed‑in toppings: pickles, special sauce, grilled onions, and soft, toasted buns. Locals love pairing a burger and fries with a West Coast IPA or hazy on draft. It’s casual, loud, and very “this is my neighborhood spot” energy.
2. Monk’s Cellar
Monk’s is a European‑style brewpub in Downtown Roseville with a menu that leans a little elevated—but the burger keeps things grounded.
Expect a thick, house‑ground patty cooked to a proper medium, on a brioche‑style bun with sharp cheese, house pickles, and a garlicky or aioli‑style sauce. Add bacon or a fried egg if you’re hungry, and get the fries or Belgian frites on the side. Locals will tell you it’s one of the best “burger and a beer” experiences in town.
3. Squeeze Inn Hamburgers (nearby, Roseville location)
Born in Sacramento and now with a Roseville outpost, Squeeze Inn is famous for its massive “cheese skirt.”
Burgers are flat‑griddled and come smothered in a ridiculous amount of cheese that crisps into a lacy skirt around the patty. It’s messy, salty, and totally not subtle—but that’s the point. Regulars order the Squeezeburger with cheese, maybe add grilled onions and bacon, and then just commit to the nap afterward.
4. Dog Haus Biergarten (Roseville)
Yes, they’re known for hot dogs, but Roseville locals quietly rave about the burgers too.
The patties are smashed thin and stacked, with soft King’s Hawaiian‑style buns, gooey cheese, and bold toppings—bacon, barbecue sauce, crispy onions, or chili. It’s very much “comfort food turned up to 11.” Pair with tater tots or loaded fries and a draft beer, and it’s ideal for a casual group hang.
5. The Butcher’s Burger (inside local food halls/markets – if open in your area)
Where available, this local‑style butcher‑driven burger concept focuses on good beef first, everything else second.
Think freshly ground patties, cooked medium‑rare to medium by default, with classic toppings and an emphasis on doing the basics right: quality cheese, toasted bun, crisp lettuce, and tangy house sauce. Locals who are particular about meat usually gravitate here when they want a “simple, perfect” burger.
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