National Hamburger Day is almost here! Every year on May 28th, Americans celebrate the most iconic food that is beloved by people from coast to coast – the hamburger.
Whether you like it made more traditionally with only crisp lettuce and a juicy red tomato or enjoy more of a gourmet style with a layer of chili or guacamole on the burger, Burlington, Massachusetts has some restaurant options to make even the most fervent burger-lover excited!
Let’s explore a few of our favorite Burlington eateries that will delight you with their burger selection including burgers that feature extra cheese, Blue Cheese, Pepperjack, BBQ, Bacon, Guacamole, chili, and so much more.
Tony C’s Sports Bar & Grill
Named in honor of Red Sox legend Tony Conigliaro, Tony C’s is your local premium sports bar and restaurant. Located at 17 Third Avenue in Burlington, Tony Cs will not disappoint with its selection of burgers for this special day.
Tony Cs offers a half-pound burger with only USDA Choice meat for its burgers. Choose your burger made your way. Options include the Bacon Cheddar Burger, which promises applewood bacon and Vermont cheddar on a brioche roll; The #25 Burger, which comes with Vermont cheddar, crispy pork belly, fried egg, and smokey hoisin sauce; the Chili Cheeseburger comes with a delicious layer of house-made chili and shredded sharp cheddar cheese; the Mushroom Swiss Burger sounds delicious with its caramelized onion, mushroom, and swiss cheese on a warm sesame brioche roll; and the Buffalo Chickpea Burger that is layered with barley, celery, buffalo sauce, and blue cheese dressing on a potato roll.
Take a look at the full menu and all the sides you can add to your scrumptious burger here
Tavern In The Square
Located at 100 District Avenue, Burlington, Tavern In The Square offers a wide range of classic and gourmet burgers depending on what you’re craving.
For traditionalists, the Tavern Burger with its toasted potato roll, lettuce, tomato, and secret sauce is sure to delight burger lovers. Turkey burgers are also an allowable substitute and just as tasty.
For those who want a burger with a bit of a twist, try the Picanté Burger which comes with toppings of crispy bacon, pepper jack, tomato jalapeno relish, and chipotle aioli. The Blackened Bacon + Blue Burger is also amazing with its cajun spice, bacon, caramelized onions, and blue cheese. For those looking for a vegetarian burger, try the Beyond Burger which offers a plant-based meat alternative.
Don’t forget to order a side of fries, sweet potato fries, mashed or tots to round out your burger meal. Enjoy!
Redstone American Grill
You will not go home hungry after a trip to the Redstone Grill on Third Avenue in Burlington. Redstone American Grill offers a comprehensive menu that includes many types of sandwiches and burgers. One very intriguing burger description is the General Tso Turkey Burger which comes with Sweet & Spicy General Tso Sauce, broccoli slaw, and grilled red onion.
Looking for a classic taste on this iconic burger day? Try the Redstone Burger that offers a beef patty cooked to your liking, cheddar cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon, and barbecue sauce. Choose a soup, salad, or side of garlic mashed, mac ‘n cheese, campfire beans, Quinoa farro, or grilled asparagus to accompany your burger.
For the full menu check out their website and explore all of your burger and entree options.
The Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory on Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington doesn’t just offer hamburgers; they have an entire section on their menu called Glamburgers! These Certified Angus Beef® Glamburgers come in wide varieties and can be accompanied by a side salad or french fries.
For the traditionalist, we suggest the Classic Burger or the Old Fashion. If you are feeling more daring, try the Stuffed Cheddar Burger, Mac and Cheese Burger, French Dip Cheese Burger, Mushroom Burger, or Impossible Burger. One thing is the same for all of these options – they are mouthwateringly scrumptious!
Of course, we suggest leaving room for the famous cheesecake or desserts you’ll find in the display case as you enter.
The Yard House
Located on Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington, Massachusetts, The Yard House will have you returning to try more each National Burger Day (if not sooner.) The half-pound burger options will have you anticipating each bite no matter which option you choose. A few burger options include the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger, Blue Cheese and Bacon Burger, Pepper Jack Burger, Classic Cheese Burger, and Beyond Burger.
Don’t forget a salad to start your meal and a basket of fries to compliment your burger. You won’t be sorry.
Tell us what burger you enjoy most or leave a comment on the restaurant feedback sites to let them know how much you enjoyed celebrating National Burger Day with them.