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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in The News & Observer, INDY Week, and Durham Magazine. Updated September 2026.
Al's Burger Shack · Chapel Hill
Al’s Burger Shack serves griddled burgers from its original Franklin Street counter in Chapel Hill. The compact room keeps the focus on a burger and a quick meal.
Bull City Burger and Brewery · Downtown Durham
Bull City Burger and Brewery serves burgers alongside its own beer on Parrish Street in Durham. The kitchen also offers cider and plant-based options.
Standard Beer + Food · Downtown Raleigh
The News & Observer highlights Standard Beer + Food's smashburger alongside its house-brewed beer program. The East Franklin Street location keeps the menu concise, making the griddled burger a natural anchor for a visit. Pair it with a current house pour and use the outdoor space when the weather cooperates.
Neuse River Brewing & Brasserie · Raleigh
Neuse River Brewing & Brasserie serves a half-pound burger with beer cheese, roasted garlic mustard aioli, pickles, and crispy onions. The Five Points brewery makes a full meal of its burger and beer pairing.
Queeny's · Downtown Durham
Queeny's neighborhood bar and grill serves a house burger in its downtown Durham dining room. The late-night room is relaxed rather than formal, making the burger a fitting order with fries and a drink.