Best burger
Chevy's Diner in McDonough was the readers' pick for best burger in and around Atlanta. It might be a surprise winner for those unfamiliar with it, but Chevy's fans are passionate about this Henry County spot. And doesn't that burger look tasty? Photo courtesy Chevy's Diner.
YOUR PICKS
1. Chevy’s Diner
You say, “Chevy’s Diner in McDonough makes the best burger! Old Blue Eyes is a half pound of awesome-ness with two pieces of thick cut bacon and bleu cheese crumbles.. There’s something about the seasonings they use in the freshly made patties, y’all. It’s just the best burger I’ve ever had!” and “Fantastic hunks of beef on enormous buns with fresh everything — This is the kind of hamburger that you crave and nothing else will do until you can get back over to Chevy’s.”
2. US Café
3. The Vortex
4. Farm Burger
5. George’s
6. Grindhouse
7. Ann’s Snack Bar
Sometimes the simple pleasures are the best. That's what you'll get with Bocado's classic burger, elevated by the finest ingredients. It's our critic's pick for best burger in and around Atlanta. Photo: Becky Stein / Special
OUR PICKS
1. Bocado
The AJC dining team’s Popular Eats specialist Jon Watson says, “Chef Todd Ginsberg’s burger at Bocado, a double stack of house-ground farm-raised beef, American cheese and house-made pickles served on an H&F bun, stands out amongst the many contenders for Atlanta’s best burger. Ginsberg’s simple preparation and attention to quality ingredients makes this the strongest offering of its kind in town.”
2. Holeman & Finch
3. Muss & Turners
4. Farm Burger
5. Grindhouse
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508 comments Add your comment
Brad Major
January 31st, 2012
1:24 pm
Muss and Turners burger is the awesomest.
A. Teesman
January 31st, 2012
1:24 pm
Round the Corner and Mighty Casey.
Sheila
January 31st, 2012
1:24 pm
STK and Grindhouse, hands down.
Rick James
January 31st, 2012
1:24 pm
@August
US Cafe in Smyrna is one of my faves.
I live right across the street from the Vortex and no burger, no matter how good, is worth putting up with that staff.
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Bingo on both.Where does the Vortex find these people?
Fredro
January 31st, 2012
1:26 pm
In no particular order
US Cafe
Highland Tap
Big Tex
J
January 31st, 2012
1:27 pm
McDonalds. Hands down. (It even contains non-processed food, which is another plus.)
Dani
January 31st, 2012
1:29 pm
Flemings Steakhouse has the best burger – and you can get a great deal on it at the bar
zaq001
January 31st, 2012
1:35 pm
Chevy’s Diner in McDonough! And, don’t take my word for it….here is the latest review:
http://onefabulousmama.com/6/post/2012/01/in-a-word-chevys-diner-in-mcdonough-is-fabulous.html
gw
January 31st, 2012
1:35 pm
Lucky’s in Roswell.
Miller
January 31st, 2012
1:36 pm
Holeman & Finch. Without A Doubt.
Holden Magroyne
January 31st, 2012
1:37 pm
Yeah! Burger! Also, Lucky’s in Roswell.
Samantha
January 31st, 2012
1:39 pm
5 Brothers has the best burgers in Atlanta.
jennifer`
January 31st, 2012
1:39 pm
Farm Burger
The EARL
Mel
January 31st, 2012
1:40 pm
Have yet to have one better than at Holeman and Finch.
cmc
January 31st, 2012
1:45 pm
Miller Union’s the “daily grind” cheeseburger! it’s farm to table, juicy and delicious….everything you want in a cheeseburger.
SIGMONICUS
January 31st, 2012
1:46 pm
I personally love Yeah! Burger, George’s & Houston’s. Flip can be inspired but uneven, lacks consistency. Have yet to try H&F and Ann’s but they’re on the bucket list. I can’t get over everybody citing the hockey pucks @ Vortex. It’s a gimmicky tourist trap, people. I’d take Zesto’s over that rubbish any day of the week…
Samantha
January 31st, 2012
1:47 pm
Oops..I meant to say 5 Guys has the best hamburgers..NOT 5 brothers
BC
January 31st, 2012
1:47 pm
The Vortex
Danny J.
January 31st, 2012
1:47 pm
Vortex, Carolines deli.
Cale
January 31st, 2012
1:48 pm
Bocado, Grindhouse, Holeman & Finch, and Tavern 99.
Elwood
January 31st, 2012
1:51 pm
The Bid Daddy Burger at Merle’s BBQ in Dallas!
Old School
January 31st, 2012
1:51 pm
The Nook at Piedmont Park. Everything is really good there.
RJ Savage
January 31st, 2012
1:52 pm
Best Burger I’ve had in the last 50 years !
Village Burger in Dunwoody.
David
January 31st, 2012
1:55 pm
Ann’s Snack Bar Ghetto Burger is the best! Vortex close second
Karl
January 31st, 2012
1:55 pm
US Cafe Smyrna. Great burger at an affordable price.
Andrew
January 31st, 2012
1:57 pm
Hester’s Pool Hall Covington
sidslidkid
January 31st, 2012
1:57 pm
1. Ann’s Snack Bar
2. Holeman and Finch
3. Muss & Turner’s
4. US Cafe
5. George’s
MP
January 31st, 2012
1:58 pm
US Cafe has an amazing burger… makes an great turkey burger as well!
john
January 31st, 2012
2:00 pm
Sugar Pike Junction – double cheesburger on texas toast. Holly Springs / Hickory Flat
Rhonda T
January 31st, 2012
2:02 pm
Chevy’s diner – McDonough! The best burger, it fulfills the burger craving – BIG time!
Tea
January 31st, 2012
2:02 pm
Truth is there are a whole lot of places to get an excellent burger just the way you like it in this town. Most are reasonably priced. Some are expensive and worth it, and some are expensive without providing equivilent value. Yeah Burger comes to mind as one of the latter.
Kenji
January 31st, 2012
2:04 pm
Tap has a great Burger. Love the mini frosty that comes with it.
KK
January 31st, 2012
2:04 pm
Holeman & Finch
Grindhouse
Yeah! Burger
bcatl
January 31st, 2012
2:05 pm
Farm Burger all the way. First time in my life that I felt bacon ruined the flavor of something. That is just how good the meat is.
Casey
January 31st, 2012
2:06 pm
My family LOVES Chevy’s Diner in McDonough…I’ve eaten burgers all over the country, but can’t find any better than Chevy’s
FoodFan
January 31st, 2012
2:07 pm
George’s Bar, hands down
SandySprings
January 31st, 2012
2:07 pm
Ms. Ann’s Snack Bar
sidslidkid
January 31st, 2012
2:08 pm
I’m surprised DOB hasn’t chimed in…. Where you at O’Brien???
Wimpy
January 31st, 2012
2:09 pm
There are a lot of entries here I haven’t actually tried, so I will try some of them. But among the serious entries listed above, I have tried Flip, Five Guys, The Vortex, Yeah! Burger, Ted’s Montana Grill, Fuddrucker’s and Zesto’s. None of them compare to the tasty burgers at Thinking Man Tavern, in my opinion.
GoodEatin
January 31st, 2012
2:12 pm
The EARL – holy burger bodaciousness, batman!
Hands Down
January 31st, 2012
2:13 pm
Vortex and 5-Guys are tied for the best, hands down!
Selina
January 31st, 2012
2:14 pm
US Cafe Smyrna!!
FMX
January 31st, 2012
2:15 pm
The Cobbland Burger at Marietta Wings on Whitlock Avenue. Best Burger I have ever had. Ever..
LOVE Hamburgers!
January 31st, 2012
2:15 pm
Ted’s– the hand ground patty, the toasted bun.
Roadhouse – Barbeque and Bacon Burger
Mark
January 31st, 2012
2:21 pm
Vortex (both locations) hands down.
ME
January 31st, 2012
2:23 pm
US CAFE in Smyrna has the best Burgers!!!!!!
ramblwrk68
January 31st, 2012
2:24 pm
#1 – Farm Burger (Decatur experience)
#2 – Gibney’s Pub, Peachtree Center Mall
Veteran of a Thousand Psychic Wars
January 31st, 2012
2:24 pm
Bob’s Big Boy on Saddle Creek
Mummy Head
January 31st, 2012
2:25 pm
White Castles
CWalker
January 31st, 2012
2:26 pm
The Highlander’s veggie burger is the best in town. The Vortex’s veggie burger is a close second.