In the city of cheesesteaks, restaurants all over town also offer another carnivore classic: the burger. Juicy, salty, and satisfying — sometimes nothing but a hamburger will do. And maybe fries. And a beer. Here are 13 of the best burgers in Philadelphia.
What’s changed in this update: We’ve added Royal Tavern, Southwark, Meetinghouse, Juana Tamale, and El Sazon RD. And we said goodbye (for now) to Khyber Pass, Southgate, Darling Jack’s Tavern, Lucky’s Last Chance, Bar Hygge, and Royal Boucherie.
Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé is a freelance food and travel journalist based in Philadelphia. She writes about all things restaurants, and loves giving readers the inside scoop. Her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Eater, and many more. She also
owns Tiny Table Tours, a boutique walking tour that focuses on exploring the dining culture of Philadelphia.
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