Some of Brantford’s Best Gourmet Burgers

If your idea of a balanced diet is a burger in each hand, then look no further than beautiful Brantford for burger bliss. Sure, Yelp and TripAdvisor are both great spot to go to learn more about great restaurants (that’s where we found these top-rated burger recommendations), but Tourism Brantford has the inside scoop when it comes to exactly what you should order to satisfy a beefy, cheesy and carb-y craving. Looking for something else? We are always here to connect you to the best bites in Brantford. P.S. You definitely did something today to deserve a burger. Did we miss your favourite? We may just need a second iteration of this blog, so please share with us!

Part 2: Best Gourmet Burgers (if your favourite burger is topped with ingredients like aioli, arugula or deep fried toppers and served on an artisan bun):

Fume Restobar | 150 Morrell St. | 548-880-3863

Fume’s signature burger is a local go-to for anyone looking for a decadent, gourmet burger. Served at lunch and dinner, this burger is topped with smoked cheddar, arugula, smashed avocado, hot house tomato and “Ella” sauce. Kick it up a notch by adding a side of Truffle fries to your plate.

On The Lam Restaurant | 106 Queen St. | 519-756-5177

On the Lam’s signature burger is topped with fried cheese curds. Enough said.

Sociable Kitchen + Tavern | 45 King George Rd. | 519-751-4042

Sociable has so many delicious burgers and sandwiches, but “The Greatest One” (with a sweet nod to the one and only Brantford-born Wayne Gretzky) is the one to try. This one is like the gourmet version of a Big Mac, with its double patty, cheddar, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and – you’ve got it – special sauce!

The Works Craft Burger and Beer | 80 Dalhousie St. | 519-304-6789

Located in the heart of downtown Brantford, The Works’ menu is loaded with burger options piled high with creative toppings. We recommend reviewing the menu thoroughly – it might take a while, but it’s worth it. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the Hunka Hunka; this Elvis-inspired burger is topped with melted peanut butter, banana and bacon, and you can even step it up by upgrading your patty to Wagyu!

Zander’s Fire Grill and Brew Lounge | 190 King George Rd. | 519-304-7625

The musically-named burgers at Zander’s, like the ZZ Top, The Sweet Emotion, and The BB King, all include special touches that will make your mouth water. Springsteen fans might want to try The Boss, a beef patty topped with sautéed peppers and onions, BBQ sauce and feta. If you’re into all the toppings, but your family loves to keep it simple, consider ordering on a Sunday. Zander’s Classic Burger is on special for $8 and served with fries or coleslaw.