The best burgers in Shoreditch

Head to Black Bear Burger at Boxpark Shoreditch for a proper good burger that even won the National Burger of the Year 2025. Their menu features several dry-aged beef burgers, along with a tasty vegan option. Plus, you can go all out by adding irresistible sides like wings and fries.

Blacklock Shoreditch pays homage to the classic London chophouses of the 17th century. They've got restaurants around the city, including Shoreditch, where they are known for high-quality meat at affordable prices. The restaurant also earns rave reviews for its Sunday roast, frequently landing on lists of the best in London. Their Blacklock burger is a winner, made up of a double cheeseburger Blacklocked with onions caramelised in a healthy glug of vermouth.

Fat Hippo was founded in 2010 in Newcastle Upon Tyne and has since built up a reputation for its mouthwatering burgers and dirty fries. They are celebrated for their high-quality ingredients, with an extensive menu that includes vegan, gluten-free, and kid-friendly options. Their food is best described as “good old-fashioned, roll-up-your-sleeves, and get it all over your face'” food.

Meatliquor started out in a Peckham car park, launching its first Meatwagon burger van in 2009. Today, they have multiple locations across the city, including Shoreditch in a former mission, and have gained quite the devoted following. It's become a go-to for meaty dishes and for the burgers, which are the star of the show. The menu also features buffalo wings, chilli cheese fries, vegan options, and tasty desserts. 

For irresistible buttermilk-fried chicken sandwiches, head to Butchies. Although not technically a burger that springs to mind when you think of the classic cheeseburger, these guys serve up the tastiest fried chicken sandwiches that follow the same concept: meat between two slices of bread. They launched in 2013, offering halal, sustainably sourced chicken, including crispy chicken pieces, loaded sandwiches, or a tasty plant-based alternative. There's even a meal for the little ones.

For one of the best budget-friendly steaks in the city, Flat Iron is a must-visit. This steakhouse chain serves high-quality steak at great prices, making premium beef accessible to everyone. But it's not just the steak that people love here—their juicy burger is also a hit. And to top it all off, you get a free waffle cone ice cream at the end of your meal.

This burger truck-turned-restaurant takes inspiration from burgers around the world, from New York to Berlin. Sink your teeth into their signature bacon butter burger, paired with crispy fries drenched in rich bone marrow gravy. Wash it all down with a thick, boozy ice cream shake, and if you've still got room, treat yourself to their Biscoff brownie.

Red Dog Saloon in Hoxton Square is a go-to spot for burger lovers. This lively venue serves mouthwatering, juicy burgers stacked with all the right toppings. Whether you're after a classic beef patty or something a little more indulgent, Red Dog's hearty burgers always hit the spot. Pair them with tasty sides and a refreshing drink for a rounded meal.