Whether you’re looking for a healthy vegan burger or craving an all-time favourite like a cheeseburger, these are our top spots to get the best burgers in Hong Kong.
One of the world’s most popular foods, burgers are simply irresistible. While we enjoy eating healthy salads from a bowl, having that steak on a plate, and eating freshly-baked bread from the best bakeries in Hong Kong, you have to admit that those three things taste better when they’re together in the form of a burger. If it’s been a while since the last time you ate a good burger, look no further as we’ve listed down our picks for best burgers in Hong Kong. Now brace yourself for that heavenly first bite of melt-in-your mouth cheese, perfectly cooked patty, and fluffy baked buns!
Sink your teeth into the best burgers in Hong Kong
1. Honbo
A homegrown burger joint, Honbo has been serving classic American-style burgers since 2017. With high-quality ingredients and honest cooking, these no-frills burgers will put a smile on your face from the moment you bite into that all-natural, artisanal potato milk bun. Importing all-American Double Gold Beef from Wisconsin, Honbo makes sure its signature Burger and Cheeseburger never go wrong. This burger restaurant isn’t all about the beef either – a delicious Teriyaki Chicken Burger is also on the menu, as well as an Impossible Burger for our vegetarian and vegan friends. If you want to go all-out, try the special Soft Shell Crab Burger or Scallops Burger to take your meal to the next level. Top things off with some Tater Tots or Chilli Fries, and you’ve got the perfect burger experience.
Honbo has several locations across Hong Kong.
2. Beef & Liberty
With locations across the city, Beef & Liberty has slowly but surely built its reputation as one of the trustiest spots to grab burgers in Hong Kong. Made using grass-fed Australian beef and New Zealand wagyu, the Bacon Cheese with Raclette and Double Smashed with Cheese will certainly leave you craving more. Beef & Liberty is also one of the best burger joints for vegan and vegetarian eaters, thanks to its Leaves & Liberty sister brand. With a passion for both the environment and delicious burgers, this plant-based partner was launched in 2018 to bring a greener touch to the burger world. Trust that the Falafel and ’Shrumami burgers are handled with the same care as its beefy counterparts.
Beef & Liberty has several locations across Hong Kong.
3. Burger Joys
Craving burgers while pulling an all-nighter, or looking for a hangover cure after a night out? Burger Joys is always ready to serve you during those wee hours, as this awesome burger joint’s Wan Chai location is open from 11am all through to 2.30am! While the menu selection isn’t huge, the burgers – especially the signature Double Cheeseburger – are some of the best in town. Using USDA Black Angus beef patties, homemade sauce, and soft and fluffy homemade brioche buns, Burger Joys will introduce you to the magic of the simple burger. Veggie eaters won’t get left out either, with the scrumptious Mushroom Burger that goes perfectly with some of the tastiest tater tots around.
Burger Joys has locations in Wan Chai and Sai Ying Pun.
4. Exotica Gelatea
Did you know the first burger in history emerged in Italy over 1,500 years ago? Inspired by this ancient recipe, Exotica Gelatea has crafted a series of burgers that preserve the essence of Italian culinary heritage, earning great praise from locals and travellers alike for its specially indulgent creations. A must-try for carnivores is Exotica Gelatea’s Wagyu Burger. Using high-grade Wagyu patties, this signature dish is elevated by an exclusive sauce that pays tribute to the traditional garum. Produced after a rigorous 80-day fermentation of fresh meat and other secret ingredients, the sauce is a true highlight, as it adds an extra depth of flavour to the juicy beef. Another best-seller here is the unique Lava Burger – an unmissable item for cheese lovers. Just one bite and you’ll unleash an explosion of flavours, created by the rich melted cheese formula embedded within the succulent beef!
Read our full review of Exotica Gelatea.
Exotica Gelatea, 49 Sharp Street East, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2897 8211
5. Burger Circus
While you may have spotted Burger Circus’ iconic neon sign in the heart of Central, if you haven’t gone in – you’re definitely missing out. Get transported to a classic American diner as you enjoy freshly ground all-American burgers, fries, and to-die-for milkshakes. Smashed USDA prime patties and Wisconsin Cheddar make the signature American Cheeseburger one of the best burgers in Hong Kong. The Veggie, with its mushroom and carrot patty, is no slouch either as it proves that vegetarians can still get in on the burger scene without sacrificing flavour. Don’t forget to order one of the house-made milkshakes (you can even make it boozy!) or a house-made soda to complete the Americana vibe!
Burger Circus, G/F, 22 Hollywood Road, Soho, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2878 7787
6. Henry
For a burger you’ll want to eat with your pinkies up, Henry at Rosewood is the place to go for the ultimate indulgence. This American grill and smokehouse is serious about its meats – so it’s no surprise that the Henry Double Cheeseburger is a slice of dry-aged heaven. A Weekend Lunch Feast gem, the signature burger is made up of two dry-aged beef patties straight from the charcoal grill, coming together with American cheese, both raw and griddled onions, and finally topped with a special sauce. While Henry serves burgers that you’ll have to spend a pretty penny on, trust us when we say that one bite makes it all worth it!
Henry, 5/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 3891 8888
7. The Diplomat
One of the best (or worst) kept secrets of the local bar scene is that The Diplomat, a specialty cocktail bar, also serves one of the best burgers in Hong Kong. A relatively simple, perfectly grilled quarter pounder beef patty, topped with cheese and placed between a toasted sesame bun, The Diplomat Burger is a must-order item. With sliced tomatoes and pickles on the side, your perfect burger creation is up to you. The Diplomat’s menu of reimagined cocktails serve as a flavourful companion to one of the tastiest burgers you’ll find in town.
The Diplomat, Shop 1, LG/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3619 0302
8. Five Guys
Causing quite the splash when it landed in Hong Kong in 2018, Five Guys has since brought its unique style of American burgers all over the city. A fast-food chain with all the perks of made-to-order goodness, you can get fresh ground beef patties hot off the grill. With basic building block burger options like the Cheeseburger or Bacon Burger, you can choose as many or as little toppings as you want from a menu, which includes everything from grilled mushrooms to jalapeno peppers. Along with the flavourful Cajun Fries and handmade milkshakes, you can get an all-American burger adventure without breaking the bank.
Five Guys has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
