7 Places to Get Burgers in Rhode Island

Note: This has been updated from a previous version which was first published in February 2021. 

From the familiar to the strange, these restaurants push the boundaries of what a burger is. Bite into a classes cheeseburger or try an inventive patty…pick your favorite in the battle of a delicious burger.

 

Crazy Burger

True to its name, Crazy Burger offers some wild twists on the classic burger along with options for every dietary need. Choose from options such as the Whassuppy burger, where the beef patty is rubbed in fennel, sesame and wasabi and topped with brie cheese, onion rings and a wasabi-chipotle mayo, or the Quirky Cajun burger featuring a Cajun-coated grilled beef patty topped with caramelized onions and served on a bolo with Creole catsup. Sample one of their vegan options, like the Poco Loco burger which blends soy-based roasted tempeh with, wild black rice, peppers, onions and black beans griddled into a crispy tomato tortilla. Another favorite is the LunaSea burger, a freshly ground salmon-mixed-with-pistachio-pesto burger  wrapped in phyllo dough and served with a side of orange-chipotle mayo (fun fact: this was one of the menu items featured in a 2012 episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.”)

Hours: Open Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9.am.–8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, 8 a.m.–8.p.m., and Sundays, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. You can also order online for pickup.

The details: 144 Boon St., Narragansett, 401-783-1810, crazyburger.com

 

Harry’s Bar and Burger

With two locations in Providence, Harry’s delicious, award-winning burgers are never far out of reach in the Creative Capital. Sold as sliders, each order comes with two small burgers plus the option to add a third. Try the M.O.A.B a.k.a. the Mother of All Burgers, which tops the Hereford beef patty with hickory-smoked bacon, hearty Portobello mushroom and fried onion rings for an additional crunch. Meanwhile, the Sloppy Harry Chili Burger combines a few American classics: hamburger, chili and sloppy Joe all in one. Grab a few extra napkins with this one! Wash it all down with one of their adults-only milkshakes.

Hours: Vary by location. You can also order online for take-out or delivery.

The details:  Harry’s on Main, 121 North Main St., Providence, 401-228-7437; Harry’s on the Hill, 301 Atwells Ave., Providence, 401-228-3336, harrysbarburger.com

 

Chomp Kitchen and Drinks

Come to any Chomp location with an appetite because these burgers do not mess around. Forget everything you ever knew about burgers. Less surely is not more when you order the Smash burger, made with smoked gouda, bacon, Chomp sauce, lettuce, tomato, house pickles. Chomp also offers an array of fried chicken sandwiches, equally as decadent as their burger menu.

Hours: Vary by location. Pickup and delivery are also available.

The details: 117 Ives St., Providence, 401-537-7556; 279 Water St., Warren, 401-289-2324; 111 Broadway, Newport, 401-246-4667, chompri.com

 

Stanley’s Famous Hamburgers 

Return to the classic burger at Stanley’s historic Central Falls eatery. This restaurant has been bringing Rhode Islanders comfort in burger form since 1932. Stanley’s offers all the tried-and-true favorites, like a bacon cheeseburger or a simple burger with lettuce and tomato, all for under $8. It’s truly a timeless classic.

Hours: Open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Online ordering is also available.

The details: 535 Dexter St., Central Falls, 401-726-9689, stanleyshamburgers.com

 

Providence Burger Bar

Build your own burger or choose from one of the many craft burger options at this Providence staple. If you’re feeling spicy, get the blend of short rib and chuck burger house burger. Or if you’re up for sharing, order some sliders “their” way, or new Orleans-, Smoke House- or Forager-style. While burgers are what they do best, the Providence Burger Bar also has cheesesteaks, hot dogs and burritos on the menu. Top it all off with a boozy milkshake.

Hours: Open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.–12 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m., and Sundays, 10:30 a.m.–11 p.m. (Note: the kitchen closes at 10 p.m. daily.) The restaurant is fully closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Online ordering is also available for pickup.

The details: 161 Douglas Ave., Providence, 401-246-7945, providenceburgerbar.com

 

Mission

Serving up mouthwatering burgers in the City by the Sea, Mission’s mission is to make you feel like family. Sample one of their house-ground beef burgers, like the Micky D Burger, an upscale version of the guilty pleasure fast-food sandwich, topped with diced onions, sweet pickles, mustard and ketchup. The Bacon Cheeseburger has all the classic burger fixings and features the homemade Mission sauce.Pick up one of their hot dogs, too, like the Sauer Dog which has yellow mustard and sauerkraut. Pair your burgers and dogs with crispy, hand cut fries.

Hours: Open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.–9 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays, 7 a.m.–9 p.m. Closed Mondays. Order online for take-out.

The details: 58 Aquidneck Ave., #2, Middletown, 401-324-5811, missionnpt.com

 

There, There 

There, There’s comfort food menu diverts slightly from Teachout’s original business plan with his popup mobile eatery Dips Dips, which was named after his spectacular French dip sandwich. There, There’s West End address is just a quick walk down the road from its original location at Moniker Brewery, while its newest branch has taken up residence in te brand new Track15 food hall. Regardless of which spot you hit up, we recommend the Dream Burger with two patties, cheese, patty sauce, onion jam and shredduce [shredded lettuce] on a griddled sesame bun. In addition to stacked burgers, There, There also dishes up delicious fried chicken sandwiches, sausages and vegetarian fare.

Hours: Varies by location.

The details: 471 West Fountain St., Providence; 40 Exchange St., Providence, theretherepvd.com