Jacksonville’s spread‑out, but wherever you land—beach, Riverside, or Southside—someone nearby is making a great burger. These five are regulars on local “best burger” lists.
1. M Shack
A local mini‑chain that feels like Jax’s answer to the gourmet burger bar.
Fresh‑ground beef, creative toppings (bacon jam, avocado, special sauces), and fun sides like loaded fries and shakes. The “M Burger” and their signature specialty builds are what people come back for.
2. Carmine’s Pie House (Riverside)
Known for pizza, but locals quietly insist their burgers are incredible.
These are hefty, pub‑style burgers with serious char, great cheese melts, and solid toppings. Pair with a beer and some garlic knots and you’ve got one of Riverside’s best comfort‑food meals.
3. The Blind Rabbit (Riverside / Jax Beach)
Bourbon + burgers is the whole mood here.
They do elevated burger builds with bacon, fried green tomatoes, specialty cheeses, and house sauces. Juicy patties, soft buns, and a deep whiskey list make this a go‑to for a proper night out.
4. Epik Burger
A counter‑service joint dedicated almost entirely to burgers (including great vegan options).
Think creative combinations, from peanut‑butter‑and‑bacon builds to truffle‑mushroom options, plus hand‑cut fries and shakes. Locals love it for both wild combos and reliably cooked patties.
5. Angie’s Subs (Jax Beach – for the “hidden” burger)
Famous for subs, but their off‑the‑radar burger has a cult following.
It’s a griddled, messy, insanely satisfying beach‑town burger—nothing fancy, just great flavor and a ton of character. Perfect “after the beach, still in flip‑flops” food.
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