The Best Burgers in Seattle

Seattle is known for its fresh caught seafood and serving cuisine with a Pacific Northwest twist. Restaurants source from regional farms and place great emphasis on serving sustainably raised meat and poultry. And when you order a burger in Seattle, you know it’s going to be good. But everyone’s a critic when it comes to restaurants. So we dug into our data to unearth the real tastemakers—the diners we know are going to the best burger restaurants in Seattle. Here’s where they’re dining now in the Emerald City.

The OpenTable Team

9 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	Bourbon Steak Seattle, Yard House - Seattle, Stanford's - Northgate…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse, American…
Neighborhoods:	Downtown, Northgate…

Bourbon Steak Seattle

Price: Expensive

Steakhouse

Downtown

4.3

171 reviews

RN74 is located in the Joshua Green Building and serves an American take on regional French cuisine. The restaurant’s interior is sleek and modern with a well stocked bar in the corner. RN74 offers several house burgers like the Bistro Blue And Bordelaise and the namesake RN74 Royale Burger. Both are made to order but on a first visit should be tried “as is”. The burgers pair well with sides like the Duck Fat Frites and the Hot Raclette. There is also a fantastic selection of specialty house cocktails.

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Yard House - Seattle

Price: Moderate

American

Downtown

4.5

374 reviews

Yard House is located just outside of Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market. The sports bar provides a more high end dining experience while still being fun and accessible. Yard House offers several incredible burgers and only the highlights made this list. If there’s one contender for the best burger in Seattle it’s the Black Truffle Cheeseburger, which is topped with a specially made tomato bacon onion jam. The other top burger is the fiery Pepper Jack Burger with chipotle mayo and roasted poblano pepper. Wash down those burgers with a great selection of local Pacific Northwest beers.

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Stanford's - Northgate

Price: Moderate

Steakhouse

Northgate

4.6

691 reviews

Stanford’s Restaurant & Bar is located in Northgate and is a worthy addition to this list. The interior feels more akin to a traditional steakhouse but the burgers at Stanford’s demonstrate that this restaurant has a lot more to offer. The Kruse Burger topped with avocado salsa and pepper bacon is a great starting point for anyone trying to find the best burger in Seattle. Those who want a more refined burger should try the American Wagyu Burger. The buttery soft patty is topped with brie, bacon jam, and Dijon aioli for a truly memorable mouthful.

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Matts’ Rotisserie & Oyster Lounge

Price: Expensive

American

Redmond

4.5

1163 reviews

Matt’s Rotisserie & Oyster Lounge is located next to Marymoor Park and serves a variety of steak and seafood specialties. The large, warmly decorated dining room also features an outdoor patio during the warmer months. Matt’s offers several distinct burgers that are worth mentioning. The first is the Matt’s Killer Burger, which is served with honey molasses BBQ sauce and Dijon mayo. The second is the Black Bean Burger, served with guacamole and chipotle mayo. There is also a wide selection of signature drinks including the Torched Margarita and the NW Negroni.

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Outlier

Price: Moderate

American

Downtown

3.6

456 reviews

Outlier is located in downtown Seattle just steps from the public library. The restaurant offers a modern, edgy ambiance designed to reflect Seattle’s evolution over the years. The Outlier Burger sticks to the basics with toppings (lettuce, tomato, and onion) but is served a crisp and savory macrina brioche roll. Outlier’s burger pairs best with sides like the Chips & Caramelized Onion Dip and the Smashed Fingerling Potatoes. There is also a fine selection of signature cocktails like the Rosemary Mule and the Climate Zone.

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Palace Kitchen

Price: Expensive

American

Belltown / Pike Place Market

4.6

367 reviews

The Palace Kitchen, located several blocks north of Pike Place Market, serves sophisticated New American plates in an elegant bohemian setting. The restaurant was opened by chef Tom Douglas in 1996 and was one of the first Seattle restaurants to serve a gourmet burger. The Palace Burger Royale sticks to the basics and comes with sliced pickle and flavorful sweet onion. Palace Kitchen is open until 1am and is a great location for a late night drink with reasonably priced cocktails and an impressive wine list.

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Lark

Price: Expensive

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

4.8

1025 reviews

Lark is located in the Pike/Pine corridor and serves wholesome farm to table cuisine in an airy, wood lined contemporary interior. The seasonally adjusted menu offers a range of locally produced vegetables, meats, and grains. The Carman Ranch Burger exemplifies Lark’s emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and is served with raclette, frisee, and a fruity but tart red onion jam. Several Lark starters pair well with the burger, including the Brussel Sprouts (served with bacon, chiles, and maple) and the Half Wild Mushrooms.

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2120

Price: Expensive

Contemporary American

Downtown

4.7

1256 reviews

2120 is located in the downtown South Lake Union area next to the Amazon Spheres. The restaurant serves contemporary American food in a stylish interior accented with wood, marble, and iron. There is also a spacious outdoor seating area which is a great place to try the Wagyu Burger and a stout beer. The burger is served with pepperjack cheese, bacon, and a red pepper & onion relish that makes it truly memorable. 2120 also offers a broad selection of wines from vineyards across the Pacific Northwest.

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Capitol Cider

Price: Expensive

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

4.3

888 reviews

A number of impressive restaurants have opened in the downtown area but the Capitol Cider has forged a distinct identity and loyal clientele. The interior feels at once both a tavern and a vintage bar with shuffleboard and other entertainment. Capital Cider offers an assortment of ‘large plates’ including the Half Pound Burger Frites, which is served with white cheddar, vine tomatoes, and dill pickles. Visitors would be remiss not to try one of the restaurant's ciders, which are served by the bottle or in flights that help warm up a damp winter day.

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