When we were kids, McDonaldโs fuss-free burgers were the ultimate indulgences in life. Even now that we’ve grown up, nothing quite beats chowing down on a juicy beef patty embraced between two fluffy brioche buns — simply heaven.
Many gourmet burger joints have popped up in recent years, especially with the booming popularity of international franchises like Shake Shack and Five Guys. And these burgers range from super wallet-friendly to luxuriously crafted creations.
If youโre curious where you can get a smashing good burger thatโs not from the popular fast food joints, hereโs a list to help you satisfy those cravings.
Scrumptious burgers in Singapore that donโt break the bank (S$5-S$10)
1. Ashes Burnnit
Formerly a burger stall in the basement of Golden Mile Hawker Centre, Ashes Burnnit now has six outlets and counting and is still the go-to for some of the best affordable gourmet burgers in Singapore. You can get their signature black bun burgers from S$6.50, including the signature Ashes Smash Cheeseburger, and make it a double for just S$9.50.
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๐ Multiple outlets
2. Meatsmith
Every burger lover in Singapore needs to get in on Meatsmithโs S$10 burger takeaway deal. And honestly, this might be the best Cheeseburger you can get for S$10. Which CBD restaurant sells them at this price? Juicy double patties, beautifully smoky from grilling packed between two pillowy brioche buns, balanced with punchy cheddar and tart pickles. Such an indulgent umami bomb.
Alternatively, you can make a reservation for either the Telok Ayer or Little India if you’d rather dine in.
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๐ Multiple outlets
3. Skirt & Dirt
Skirt & Dirt makes one of the most unique-looking burgers in Singapore. The IG-worthy Cheese Skirt Burger (8) features a crispy cheese “skirt” made with shaved cheddar over a hot grill, adding a bit more flair to this affordable burger that’s essentially a simple cheeseburger at heart.
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๐ 30 Seng Poh Rd, #02-66 Tiong Bahru Market, Singapore 168898
๐ 11.30am–8pm (Tue to Sun), Closed on Mon
๐ 879 Bukit Timah Road, #01-03, Singapore 279892
๐ 4pm–10.30pm (Tue to Fri), 12pm–10.30pm (Sat & Sun), Closed on Mon
4. Wolf Burgers
Anyone looking for wholesome, value-for-money gourmets burgers ought to make their way to Wolf Burgers. For an affordable basic burger, the Original Wolf ($9.90) comes loaded with quite a bit of good stuff. Not only do you get a nicely grilled patty, but it also comes with a soft brioche bun and a hearty ensemble of sautรฉed onions, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and pickles. All in all, it’s a fuss-free and reliable option to satiate those burger cravings.
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๐ Multiple outlets
5. Wildfire Burgers
Wildfire Burgers does the Classic 001 Cheeseburger as good as any other gourmet burger bar in Singapore — and at just S$11 too. They donโt skimp on ingredients for the price — each burger comes with a USDA-certified black Angus beef patty thatโs dressed with a simple master sauce, caramelised onions, gherkin, American cheese, and chipotle mayo. If youโre feeling fancy, they also have a Truffled Mushroom Burger for just S$14.
Also, be sure to keep a lookout for fun seasonal specials created in collaboration with local chefs.
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๐ 80 Bencoolen Street, #01-15, 1 NAFA Campus, Singapore 189655
๐ 12pm–3pm, 5.30–10.30pm (Mon to Fri), 12pm–3pm, 4.30–10.30pm (Sat & Sun)
๐ 1557 Keppel Road, #01-04 Singapore 089066
๐ 11.30pm–3pm, 5pm–10.30pm (Mon to Thu), 11.30am–3pm, 4.30pm–10.30pm (Fri to Sun)
6. ROKUS a.g.b.
Serving up a Western take on Korean street food is ROKUS a.g.b, a hawker stall in Lau Pa Sat selling creative handcrafted American-Korean burgers, rice bowls, and sides.
All their beef burgers are prepared with Australian grass-fed beef patties, a signature sauce, and ingredients commonly found in Korean cuisine. You could go for the classic Cheese Burger (S$7.90), but the unique Tteokbokki Burger ($13.90), with chewy rice cakes in a sweet and spicy tteokbokki sauce, is certainly not something you come across every day.
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๐ 18 Raffles Quay, Lau Pa Sat, Stall #22, Singapore 048582
๐ 11amโ10pm (Mon to Thu), 11amโ2am (Fri & Sat), 3pmโ10pm (Sun)
7. Salai M’an
Wagyu burgers from S$6, anyone? Run Muslim-owned Salai M’an is a hawker stall serving elevated restaurant-quality Western offerings like smoked meats, hotdogs, and Australian wagyu burgers.
The Classic Cheezy cheeseburger is priced at a wallet-friendly S$6, but we say go for the BLT Special (S$6.90), which features smoked beef bacon, barbecue sauce, and spicy mayo, or the Rendang Kampong Burger (S$7), which comes slathered in an aromatic rendang sauce.
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๐ 166 Jln Besar, #01-18, Berseh Food Centre, Singapore 20887
๐ 5pm–11pm (Mon to Sat), Closed on Sun
8. Mr. Burger ๅ กๅคงไบบ
Too lazy to travel across the causeway for your fix of saucy and sinful Ramly-style burgers? Get those cravings satisfied at the Malaysian-owned Mr. Burger in Bugis. Grab one of their authentic Ramly Burgers (S$5.90 for beef or chicken) doused in a combination of sauces specially imported from Malaysia. It’ll be an indulgent and messy affair, for sure.
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๐ 159 Rochor Rd, Singapore 188434
๐ 10.30am–10.30pm (Daily)
9. Hambaobao
Formerly a hawker stall at Beauty World Food Centre, popular burger joint Hambaobao now lets you dine in air-conditioned comfort at its fully-fledged eatery. Out of all the burger offerings, the Crispy Pork Belly (S$9.50) is perhaps more popular than its The Classic Beef (S$8.50) counterpart, with its fusion toppings of English mustard, hoisin sauce, and Japanese cucumber.
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๐ 11 Sam Leong Rd, #03-08 Trio Building, Singapore 207903
๐ 12pm–10.30pm (Sun to Tue, Thu), 12pm–11pm (Fri & Sat)
Casual burger joints in Singapore worth bringing a date to (S$11-S$20)
10. Three Buns
If youโre missing Bali, head over to Potato Head Folk at Keong Saik. This cute hipster space opened by the beach club is most popular for their burger franchise, Three Buns. Da Cheese Master (S$18) pairs their luscious grass-fed beef patty with a cheese overload, resulting in one of the most indulgent and sinful burgers weโve had in Singapore.
Make your reservations here (Potato Head Folk, Robertson Quay)
Three Buns (Potato Head Singapore)
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๐ 36 Keong Saik Road, Singapore 089143
๐ 11am–9pm (Daily)
Three Buns (Robertson Quay)
๐ 60 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238252
๐ 5pm–10.30pm (Mon to Thu), 12pm–11.30pm (Fri), 10am–11.30pm (Sat), 10am–10.30pm (Sun)
11. 25 Degrees
Burger, wine, and liquor bar 25 Degreeโs signature Number One ($14) is a unique burger. Itโs accented by gorgeously caramelized onions and crispy bacon, then finished with sharp gorgonzola and piquant thousand island sauce. The components give it one-of-a-kind spunk atop the thiccccest buns youโll find in Singapore.
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๐ 200 Middle Rd, Hotel G, Singapore 188980
๐ 12pm–10.30pm (Mon, Wed to Thu), 12pm–12am (Fri), 8am–12am (Sat), 8am–10.30pm (Sun)
12. The Goodburger
The Goodburger doesnโt serve classic burgers per se — they use Impossible Meatโs meatless substitutes for their patties. Honestly, this funky food truck beat many other gourmet burger joints in Singapore despite serving an entirely plant-based menu.
Chow down on the classic American cheeseburger, The Classic (S$16), or take it up a notch with the Thai-inspired One Night In Bangkok (S$20).
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๐ 587 Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 269707
๐ 11amโ9pm (Daily)
13. (working title) | Burger Bar
As one of the pioneering halal burger joints in Singapore, (working title) Burger Bar, with its great vibes, cosy space, and delicious gourmet burgers, are a go-to for many. Sink your teeth into the Baconator (S$17), a mainstay on the menu, or the much newer Shaft (S$19), which comprises beef chorizo, gouda, fried onions, and cumin lime mayo on an angus patty.
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๐ 783 North Bridge Road Singapore 198751
๐ 12pm–10pm (Daily)
14. 2280
2280 presents the more affordable version of those well-crafted burgers its sister outlet, BurgerLabo, is best known for. There are only two mains on the menu — the basic 2280 Burger (S$9.50 for single, $13.50 for double) and the Fish Burger Single (S$15).
Your best bet would be to order a double patty (don’t bother with the single) topped with melted cheese, pickled onions, and a very addictive shio kombu sauce.
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๐ 213 Henderson Road 01-10 Henderson Industrial Park, 159553
๐ 11am–3pm, 5pm–9pm (Mon to Sat), Closed on Sun
15. One Fattened Calf
Some say One Fattened Calf in one-north has the best burgers in Singapore. The OFC Butterburger (S$15) is definitely the highlight — juicy New Zealand premium grass-fed beef patty, caramelised onions, crisp pickles, and red onions crowned with a pat of cold butter — decadence at its finest.
The flavour-packed OFC Goldburger (S$18) has all the allure of the original Cheeseburger (S$15), but with the added bonus of smoky pulled beef brisket. Saving some room for the OFC Cheese Fries (S$7 for a la carte), blanketed in a thick and velvety nacho cheese, is also a must.
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๐ 01-31, Galaxis, 1 Fusionopolis Pl, 138522
๐ 11am–3pm, 5pm–8pm (Tue, Thu to Sat), 11am–3pm (Wed), Closed on Sun & Mon
16. NBCB
Former home-based business NBCB (Nothing But Cheese Burgers), Singapore’s very own HDB-born burger chain, focuses on offering nothing but “no gimmick” homemade burgers with amusing, “vulgarly good” names.
Want more than a classic cheeseburger? The NCBC (S$11.90) can be easily zhnged up with toppings like Crispy Bacon (S$2), Truffle Mayo (S$2.50), and a Sunny Side Up (S$2).
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๐ 181 Orchard Rd, #04-23 Central, Orchard, Singapore 238896
๐ 11am–3pm, 5pm–9pm (Daily)
๐ 112 East Coast Rd, i12, Singapore 428802
๐ 11.30m–8.30pm (Daily)
The Fancy Burgers in Singapore for Ballinโ (S$21 and above)
17. Burger Frites
Opened by the team behind Braseiro, a steakhouse specialising in authentic French steak frites, Burger Frites is a relatively underrated spot for French-inspired burgers with flair.
If you like it cheesy and creamy, go for the Burger Bleu (S$21/S$24) that’s dressed up with blue cheese, bacon, and tartare sauce, or the equally indulgent Burger Raclette (S$22/$25), which features raclette de savoie, bacon, raw onions, and a cream pepper sauce.
All burger options can be enjoyed a la carte or as a Menu, which includes a side of Petite Frites, Lettuce, or Crazy Frites (+S$4).
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๐ 340 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427592
๐ 12pm–3pm, 6pm–10pm (Mon to Fri), 12pm–10pm (Sat & Sun)
18. BurgerLabo
BurgerLabo is home to the burger version of โtell me youโre a burger expert without telling me youโre a burger expertโ — its Basic Burger (S$25/S$32) is often touted as the top pick for the best burger in Singapore by many chefs and food critics.
Little wonder with a patty thatโs a special R&Dโd blend of exquisite Japanese wagyu and Argentian Angus beef. It’s further topped with cloud-like potato buns, red onions, American cheese, wagyu fats, and a special house-made sauce — get ready to be blown away.
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๐ 41 Malan Rd, Gillman Barracks, Singapore 109454
๐ 12pm–3pm, 6pm–10:30pm (Tue to Sat), Closed on Sun & Mon
19. Burnt Ends
Where better to grab one of the best burgers in Singapore than from the Picassos of meat AKA Burnt Ends, who not only have a Michelin Star but also make the list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants every year?
Their legendary Sanger Burger (S$20++) is loaded with tender pulled pork, coleslaw, and chipotle aioli that just gets everywhere — it is definitely one of the messiest but most gratifying eats ever.
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๐ 7 Dempsey Rd, #01-04, Singapore 249671
๐ 12pm–2pm, 6pm–late (Tue–Sat), Closed on Sun & Mon
20. The Feather Blade
Crowds flock to The Feather Blade for either the steak, gyudon, or the Burger (S$21), a sublime combination of a beef fat-fried patty, bearnaise, and shallots on fluffy brioche buns.
If you’re on a bit of a budget, drop by during lunch for the Cheatburger (S$10), made with a Feather Blade patty, topped with caramelized onion jam, cheese, tomatoes, lettuce and slathered with animal-style sauce.
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๐ 61 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088482
๐ 6pm–10:30pm (Mon & Tue), 6pm–12am (Wed), 11.45am–2.30pm, 6pm–12am (Thu to Sat), 11.45am–2.30pm, 6pm–10.30pm (Sun)
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