TOP 4 BURGER SPOTS AROUND SAN ANTONIO

San Antonio is a city rich with cultures, history, art, and delicious burgers. If you’re looking for a burger that you can write home about, there are plenty of awesome spots in town. Whether you’re looking for a gourmet or no-nonsense American classic, there’s a restaurant for you.

Here are our top four burger spots around San Antonio.

1. MARK’S OUTING

If you’ve never had a fatty’s burger, you’re missing out. Head to Mark’s Outing for top-notch burgers. You’ll find their famous fatty’s burger, as well as avocado, chili, ice cream, breakfast, and barbecue burgers. That’s right — an ice cream burger.

If you brought someone who’s not a burger aficionado, they also offer chicken sandwiches and salads that hit the spot. Mark’s Outing has been a local favorite since it opened its doors in 2005. After one bite of their burgers, you’ll see why the locals choose this great restaurant.

2. CHRIS MADRID’S

This burger is worth chasing down. Chris Madrid’s is a food truck that serves up some of the best burgers in town. Their creations range from the classics to the unique. If you’re feeling saucy, try their tostada burger or the Flaming Jalapeno Cheddar Cheezy burger. Or stick with what you know and get their fantastic Cheddar Cheezy burger to see why this food truck is famous for their patties.

Chris Madrid’s is moving back into their renovated building sometime this summer. When a fire took out their building, they took to the streets in their food truck to continue their passion for burgers. That extra spice in their burgers? It’s resilience and jalapenos.

3. ESQUIRE TAVERN

Gourmet burger fans — here’s your spot. Esquire Tavern knows what they’re doing when it comes to cheeseburgers. All their patties are made with pure Texas beef, except for the exceptional lamb and bison burgers. Get the Esquire Cheeseburger with gouda cheese or the Wildcat Burger with grilled pineapple and habanero aioli. Fork out a little extra for some avocado or a fried egg, and you’ve got yourself one of the best burgers you’ll find in all of San Antonio.

You’ll also find a full menu of entrees, sandwiches, and salads here that will ignite any palate. Start your dinner off with a fried plantain appetizer, and then tie it up in a bow with a fried apple pie or banana pudding dessert.

4. FATTBOY BURGERS & DOGS

This is one of the most highly and often-rated burger spots in town. Fattboy Burgers & Dogs has the science of what makes a delicious burger down to an art. If you want one of the best burgers for the best price in San Antonio, Fattboy should be on your must-do list. In addition to their signature burger, they also offer a great beer selection and fantastic hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and sides.

When you need to scratch that burger itch, any of these great spots should do the trick. If you have another place you love that’s not on this list, let us know. We’re always looking for the next great burger.