Burgers might not be the first food you associate with New Jersey. But the Garden State is a cheeseburger paradise.
From old-school joints that have been around for 80 years to new spots that flipped onto the scene in 2026 and everything in between, New Jersey’s burger scene runs the greasy gamut.
NJ.com’s team of hungry food writers is with you through thick tavern-style burgers and thin smash burgers. We’ve scoured the state for burgers stacked high with decadent toppings and simple sandwiches with nothing more than meat and cheese.
Let’s dig in.
51. Cheeseburger, White Rose Hamburgers, Highland Park
White Rose Hamburgers, a true Central Jersey icon known for its 1950s style decor and red stools, offers a variety of American diner classics ranging from its pork roll egg and cheese sandwich to signature burgers. The “N.J. burger” features a beef patty packed with chopped sautéed onions, topped with two slices of pork roll and a fried egg on a kaiser roll. Together, the savory pork roll and egg give this specialty burger the feel of an elevated brunch sandwich. Squeeze a little ketchup on it and wash it down with your favorite soda. Did I mention this diner is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week? (VH)
50. Cheeseburger, Altas Horas Lanches, Newark
Part bar, part bakery, part sandwich shop, Altas Horas is a hodgepodge of different eateries slammed into a tiny storefront in Newark’s Ironbound neighborhood — right on the edge of Brazil Square, serving it all up 24 hours a day. Their calling card is the Brazilian-style burger, topped with egg, ham, mayo, corn, potato sticks, lettuce and bacon on a big, soft bun. It almost feels like a Brazilian fat sandwich. (JS)
49. Pour House deluxe burger, Pour House, Westmont
You’ve got to love a place that proclaims burgers as its favorite food group. The Pour House is known for its beer — 20-plus drafts and nearly 40 cans and bottles appear on its menu. The Pour House classic burger combines Guinness caramelized onions and Vermont white cheddar, but the choice here is the Pour House deluxe burger: a brisket, short rib and chuck blend, plus bacon marmalade, American cheese and pickles. (PG)
48. Galley OG burger, The Galley, Asbury Park
The Galley is one of my favorite spots in Asbury Park, the Shore’s best dining destination. Excellent pizza and wings, eclectic sandwiches — and good burgers, too. The basic cheeseburger features a hefty 10-ounce slab of Pat LaFrieda meat and aged white cheddar on a brioche, but the play here is the Galley OG Burger, another 10-ounce monster with aged white cheddar, roasted long hots, roasted red onions and garlic aioli on brioche. It looks like a big cheesy mess, but it’s damn tasty. (PG)
47. Late night burger, Carnegie Diner and Cafe, Secaucus
Carnegie Diner and Cafe — a newer addition to Jersey’s vaunted diner scene — is the kind of place to go when you want to treat yourself. With its artsy New York City-centered decor, the diner’s menu offers a wide variety of foods ranging from vegan meatballs to a pastrami hotdog. On the burger front, the standout is “the late night” burger — a thick and juicy beef cheeseburger topped with pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions, avocado, tomatoes, lettuce, pickle and a homemade sauce. I recommend pairing this burger with their crispy french fries topped with Parmesan and truffle oil. (VH)
46. OC burger, Old Causeway Steak and Oyster House, Manahawkin
The Old Causeway, named after a long-gone bar down the road, is a rambling restaurant with wrap-around bar and oyster shucking station. Upend your burger world with the OC Burger, a Black Angus burger topped with fried oysters, roasted mushrooms, horseradish spread and OC steak sauce. Yes, oysters. Old Causeway is one of my favorite restaurants Down the Shore. (PG)
45. McNorwood smash, Little Gem, Avon-by-the-Sea
Little Gem’s McNorwood smash is a tribute to a popular burger from the Norwood Inn, a former Avon-by-the-Sea landmark hotel and music venue that was demolished in 2018. Owner and Chef Justin Skribner describes the burger as an updated version of the classic, featuring a thick patty with American cheese, caramelized onions, onion rings, lettuce and house-made Russian dressing on an English muffin. The soft, unconventional bun sets the McNorwood smash apart from many other entries on this list. (CB)
44. Big schmacc burger, Tony Beef, Galloway
Tony Beef is owned by two brothers, Anthony and Nick Della Vecchia. Anthony is the head chef, while Nick handles the accounting, marketing and management. Burgers are cooked medium-well or well only. “We’ve always done so for a consistent product but keep the standard medium-well for a juicy patty as well,” Nick Della Vecchia explained. The Big Schmacc features two beef patties, American cheese, homemade sauce, lettuce, pickles and diced white onions. It’s a handful. There is another location in Somers Point. (PG)
43. Holypeño burger, Diesel and Duke, Montclair and Princeton
Diesel and Duke has become one of New Jersey’s most dependable burger spots with locations across the state and a bevy of different burgers. Their classic standard burgers is timeless, but if you’re looking for a little kick with your patties you can’t top the Holypeño burger. Bacon, aged cheddar, jalapeños, caramelized onions and chipotle mayo make this burger spicy and flavorful without being overwhelming. (JS)
42. The Oklahoma, Raging Bull, Pennsauken
Want to pay homage to the Sooner State? Don’t book a flight or gas up the RV — you can just head to Raging Bull in Pennsauken. The eatery’s Oklahoma burger is a scrumptious rendition of an age-old burger style. Thin-sliced vidalia onions are smashed into burger patties to add a layer of sweetness to the rich beef. Raging Bull’s Oklahoma is elevated further by the addition of yellow Cooper sharp cheese and a zesty homemade signature sauce. (CB)
41. Cheeseburger, Arthur’s Tavern, Morris Plains
Arthur’s Tavern is a Morris County institution for myriad dishes. The restaurant’s French onion soup made our list of 50 dishes you need to try in 2023. And their steaks are renowned. What, no love for Arthur’s burgers? They’re big and juicy, and for cheese you get your choice of American, Swiss, cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack or bleu. Arthur’s, which may boast the largest collection neon beer signs in the state, represented Morris Plains in our Greatest Thing About Every New Jersey Town series. (PG)
40. The cowabunga burger, Sad Boyz, New Gretna
Who says a popular breakfast joint can’t make some damn good burgers too? The calling card at Sad Boyz is breakfast sandwiches. But the signature smash burgers and creamy, zesty housemade Sad Boy sauce can’t be overlooked. Only two burgers (the smash burger and fatty patty) are permanent fixtures on the eatery’s menu as it offers monthly specialties. Sad Boyz’ July specialty, the cowabunga burger, is an enchanting combination of well-seasoned smash patties, American cheese, lettuce, pork roll, grilled pineapple and a habanero barbecue aioli. The burger transports you from Burlington County to the Pacific island of Hawaii with each bite of its salty pork and sweet pineapple flavor accents. Hopefully this burger won’t leave the menu for long. (CB)
39. Rocky Hill burger, Rocky Hill Inn, Rocky Hill
The Rocky Hill Inn is a cozy retreat in one of the state’s most charming small towns. The Rocky Hill burger, with applewood-smoked bacon, grilled onion, cheddar and a Griggstown Farm sunny-side-up egg, is recommended. Don’t forget to order Chef Evan Blomgren’s awesome onion rings, made with baking powder, cayenne pepper, paprika and Old Speckled Hen English ale, among other ingredients. (PG)
38. Dry-aged burger, Black Sheep Bar and Provisions, Garwood
There has been a resurgence of thicker tavern-style burgers across New Jersey — a counter-smash movement, if you will. Black Sheep is fighting the good fight with a thick, dry-aged beauty of a burger with simple presentation but sensational flavor. When you’re working with quality beef, all you need is some cheese and pickles to make your burger sing. (JS)
37. Cheeseburger, Barnacle Bill’s, Rumson
Barnacle Bill’s, with its scenic perch on the Navesink River, may offer the Shore’s best-known burger. They sure do cook a lot of them, about 2,500 burgers in an average week. It’s a solid 10-ounce burger, and there’s nothing like sitting at the bar with the view towards the Oceanic Bridge and watching your burger sizzle and smoke on the grill. (PG)
36. Cheeseburger, Holsten’s, Bloomfield
We’re written countless times about their indelible ice cream — NJ.com named it the No. 1 ice cream spot in the state in past for a reason. And while Tony Soprano waxed poetic about Holsten’s onion rings, the best non-ice cream item here is their cheeseburger. No frills, nothing fancy, no crazy toppings. Just beef, American cheese, lettuce and tomato if you want it — and some pickles. Hearty enough to be satisfying without weighing you down, it’s simplistic burger bliss. (JS)
35. Tavern cheeseburger, Blue Pig Tavern, Cape May
Congress Hall is Cape May’s grandest structure. Inside you’ll find the Blue Pig Tavern, whose breakfasts are considered among the town’s best. Steps away is the Brown Room, the coolest bar in Cape May, a stylish Prohibition-era cocktail lounge. You’ll need an extra hand or two to handle The Tavern Cheeseburger, on a brioche bun. (PG)
34. Tavern burger, Stirling Hotel, Stirling
The Stirling Hotel, a rustic roadhouse in a little-known Morris County town, boasts indoor and outdoor bars on a scenic lot. The tavern burger is a tasty handful with a ground short rib and brisket patty, white cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, house steak sauce, truffle mayo, tossed greens and tomato on brioche. The restaurant and bar won the readers’ choice award in our statewide best bar showdown. (PG)
33. Dry aged bleu burger, The Archer, Jersey City
Jersey City’s burger reputation precedes itself, especially at bars. While there are much better-known burgers in town, the dry aged bleu burger from The Archer might be the most underrated. The house ground beef blend delivers a delectably funky flavor, which is only accented by smokey bleu cheese from Rogue Creamery in Oregon. (JS)
32. Vagabond viking burger, Vagabond Kitchen and Tap House, Atlantic City
Vagabond Kitchen and Tap House in Atlantic City is in its own little waterfront world, in the city’s Chelsea Heights section. The draft beer selection is craft only, although you can get mainstream beers in bottles. The Vagabond viking burger is a hefty handful; dig the Vagabond name imprinted on the bun. Order the burger, a side of fries with the sriracha mayo dipping sauce, and a cold one, and you’re all set. Other burgers include a grilled patty melt, spicy California burger and a goat cheese burger. (PG)
31. Cheeseburger, Roll-O Dairy Bar, various locations
One of the most elusive burgers in New Jersey is served out of a 1958 Coca-Cola soda wagon. Roll-O Dairy Bar is owned by Barry Palmer, formerly of vaunted New York City burger joint Superiority Burger as well as Blue Hill at Stone Barns. The mobile burger operation is Palmer’s attempt to re-introduce locality into a dairy bar with locally sourced beef for the burgers, fries cooked in the fat from those burgers, and milkshakes featuring milk from the same cow. The result is an absurdly fresh medium-rare burger that borders on rare and has a distinct funk to it. If you find yourself at an event hosting the Roll-O Dairy Bar you’re in for a burger experience — not to mention killer ice cream. (JS)
30. Oxtail Burger, The Yard, Newark
This hidden gem, tucked away inside downtown Newark’s Military Park, serves one of the state’s most unique burgers. The Yard’s oxtail burger is made with a blend of slow-cooked oxtail, short rib and brisket. The rich and tender oxtail is popular in Caribbean and Latin cuisines, perfect for stews and soups. The melt-in-your-mouth tender oxtail patty is paired with the eatery’s house-made Masala curry sauce, gruyere cheese, tomato, pickles and crispy shallots that provide a refreshing crunch to the delicate oxtail and soft brioche bun. (CB)
29. L.A. smash burger, Little Andy’s, Asbury Park
The Asbury Park-based food truck launched in 2024 and has quickly become one of the Jersey Shore’s hottest burgers. Little Andy’s prides itself in serving “West Coast burgers” — equipped with juicy smashed patties, signature sauce and a soft potato bun. The burger joint’s “L.A. Smash” burger, inspired by Los Angeles-area burger stands, includes American cheese, onions, pickles and the truck’s creamy signature sauce which is reminiscent of an In-N-Out spread. (CB)
28. Six-alarm burger, 25 Burgers, New Brunswick
This thing packs some serious heat, with jalapeños, salsa, pepper jack and chipotle mayo on an onion bun. Other burgers include the El Paso burger (roasted poblano peppers, sautéed onions, bacon, pepper jack, guacamole, lettuce, chipotle mayo) and the Trenton burger (pork roll, melted American cheese, ketchup). (PG)
27. 8 oz. burger, The Grand Tavern, Neptune
The Grand Tavern is your favorite restaurant’s favorite restaurant — I can’t tell you how many chefs have waxed poetic about this place to me. A stellar cocktail program and moody, dimly lit dining room make this a terrific date spot. It’s an even better move if your date likes burgers. Just like everything at this menu, Grand Tavern’s burger isn’t overly complicated but is absolutely elevated — topped simplistically with American cheese, pickles, onions and burger sauce. (JS)
26. Meat-lovers burger, Dog House Saloon, Washington (Bergen Co.)
Biggest burger in New Jersey? That would be the meat-lovers burger at the Dog House Saloon. It starts so innocently — an eight-ounce beef patty cooked on a charcoal grill and seasoned with a secret mix of spices. And then the nonstop meat madness begins: Six slices of Taylor ham. Thirteen slices of double-fried bacon. Deep-fried pepperoni. Enough cheddar cheese to coat your stomach several times over. Trip to cardiologist optional. The meat lovers, amazingly, is the bar’s most popular burger. I’m not sure what that says about the typical American diet, but it can’t be positive. The burger is more than just spectacle; it actually tastes pretty good. Order it if you dare. (PG)
25. Banh mi beef burger, Juniper Hill, Annandale
Juniper Hill was once a PNC Bank — you can even dine in the vault. The banh mi beef burger, with Happy Valley beef, spicy mayo, pickles, mango, mixed herbs and thick Kennebec potato fries, is a spicy, tangy take on the mainstream American burger. Also recommended: the lusciously creamy hand-dipped ricotta; and the Black Mission figs and prosciutto salad. I named Juniper Hill the best restaurant in Hunterdon County on my list of the greatest restaurants in each of NJ’s 21 counties. (PG)
24. Smokehouse burger, Outlaw’s Burger Barn & Creamery, Vineland
“Outlaw” and burgers go together, but “outlaw” and “creamery”? No matter; the burgers at Outlaw’s Burger Barn and Creamery are eight ounces of certified Black Angus beef. The “most wanted” burger is the smokehouse, topped with onion rings, bacon and house-made barbecue sauce. Steps away is Julio’s on Main, which made both our best tacos and best empanadas lists. (PG)
23. Willy burger, Steve’s Burgers, Garfield
Steve’s Burgers is a funky roadside burger joint on Route 46 in a space once occupied by Bob’s Pit Stop and Linda’s Fried Chicken. The Willy Burger is a juicy jolt of Swiss, meat and mushrooms. Also try Steve’s special sauce, with mayo, peppers, relish, Frank’s Red Hot and sriracha. (PG)
22. Double bro burger, Burger Runn, Glassboro, Princeton and Runnemede
Burger Runn (formerly Smash Bros) is relatively new to the burger game, but its succulent burgers have already propelled Smash Bros to become one of South Jersey’s hottest foodie destinations. The Double Bro features two ground brisket blend patties, cheese, grilled onions and homemade burger sauce and crisp pickles stacked onto a Martin’s potato roll. The burger can be ordered as a single or triple as well, but the double patty option is the perfect marriage of meat, cheese and sauce. (CB)
21. Double cheeseburger. 7th Street Burger, Hoboken
After taking New York City by storm, 7th Street Burger made the leap to the Garden State in 2023 and was an instant hit— an impeccable addition to this smash burger trend. The burgers themselves are thin with a crispy sear on their exterior. Tangy pickles and sweet onions add texture and more flavor while the house burger sauce is creamy, briny and brings everything together. (JS)
20. Smokehouse burger, Gouldsburger’s, Bordentown, Haddonfield, Medford and Sickerville
The three-year-old chain is emerging as one of New Jersey’s hot spots for American fare classics like burgers, cheesesteaks and hot dogs. The growing chain’s commitment to quality is highlighted by the smokehouse burger, topped with applewood smoked bacon, onion rings, cheddar cheese and a slightly spicy barbecue sauce. This burger’s elements work in harmony, delivering a delicious experience that is at once sweet, savory and crunchy. (CB)
19. Baked brie burger, Committed Pig, Manasquan, Morristown and Summit
Despite the name, there’s no barbecue at The Committed Pig; the cheery, casual restaurant specializes in breakfast, grilled cheese — and burgers. The baked brie burger, with fig preserves, bacon and brie, is a standout; the meat is a Pat LaFrieda mix of brisket, short rib and hanger steak. Don’t forget to get some waffle fries. (PG)
18. Double Pete burger, Mulligan’s Bar & Grill, Oaklyn
No, it’s not on this list because of the name. The double Pete is the biggest burger at Mulligan’s, so that was one draw. Another: the combination of meat, bacon, fried onions, Swiss, cheddar, American cheese, pork roll and long hots. If that doesn’t get your juices flowing — or your heart to stop — nothing will. (PG)
17. Double slap burger, Slap Burgers, Cherry Hill, Clifton and Paterson
The hottest burger in New Jersey of 2024 was Slap Burgers in Paterson, which went so viral on TikTok when it opened at the beginning of the year that it could barely handle the demand. The small Passaic County shop has worked out the kinks and is flipping fantastic smash burgers that aren’t just delicious — they’re halal. They now have multiple locations, as well. (JS)
16. The BBQ, Marty’s, Hackensack, Fort Lee and Jersey City
The no-frills burger brand is best known for its never-frozen, custom beef-blend patties from Pat LaFrieda. Marty’s beef is the sticking point and its creativity and consistency make it stand out. The menu is highlighted by burgers like the Swiss shroom dijon, rise n’ shine (topped with Taylor ham, fried egg and more) and the BBQ (sharp cheddar, smoked bacon, frizzled onions, jalapeños, barbecue sauce and house sauce). The BBQ delivers a balanced mix of smoky, spicy and sweet with a satisfying crunch unlike any other sweet-and-heat style burger I’ve had. (CB)
15. Bacon jam burger, Dan and Day’s Burgers & Shakes, Montclair
Formerly known as Stuffed Grassfed Burgers, Dan & Day’s rebranded and moved their shop across town in 2024. The menu has expanded to include wagyu smash burgers and sandwiches from the late great Watchung Deli. But you still can’t go wrong with the bacon jam burger, which takes the concept of a bacon cheeseburger and makes it even better with a sweet, smokey bacon jam topping. (JS)
14. Double cheeseburger, White Mana Diner, Jersey City
The flying saucer-shaped White Mana, said to have originally been at the 1939 New York World‘s Fair, is an essential Jersey food experience, as is the White Manna in Hackensack, also on this list. The sliders, cooked on a tiny grill, exude fatty greasy goodness. (PG)
13. Woo classic, Woosmash, Verona
Almost everyone does smash burgers the same — namely with the requisite burger sauce made impossibly popular by In-N-Out. Not Woosmash. With miso caramelized onions, house pickles, jalapeños, American cheese and a tangy, spicy signature sauce, the Woo classic is easily one of the most unique smash burgers in New Jersey. Chef Woosung “Woo” Cho once worked in Michelin-starred restaurants, and that experience comes through deliciously. (JS)
12. Cheeseburger, New Park Tavern, Jersey City
Dark, quiet, inviting interior; good food on a tiny grill; killer jukebox — Johnny Cash, The Band, Stones, early Bruce and more — the New Park Tavern is a welcome retreat from downtown’s clamor. Eight-ounce burger on a Pechter’s roll, with a beer: what more do you need? Slip a dollar in the jukebox, and escape from the outside world for as long as necessary. There’s an outdoor patio, too. (PG)
11. Blue monkey burger, Blue Monkey Tavern, Merchantville
The former Collins House in Merchantville is now the Blue Monkey Tavern, a local hotspot with an excellent craft beer selection and great burgers. The 80/20 meat mix is a blend of short rib, brisket and chuck. The blue monkey burger is one of those burgers that need no ketchup or other condiment to be appreciated. (PG)
10. Stage Left burger, Stage Left Steak, New Brunswick
They once called it “the world‘s best cheeseburger.” Now the cheeseburger at acclaimed Stage Left Steak is merely the “Stage Left burger.” It’s still great. The meat’s from DeBragga and Spitler, and the burgers are cooked on a wood-burning grill. You can taste the difference. Stage Left was also the pick for best restaurant in Middlesex County in our greatest restaurant in each of N.J.’s 21 counties list. (PG)
9. Stack burger, Stack, Jersey City
After smashing onto the scene in 2024 with an array of excellent burgers served out of a truck, Stack went on hiatus for 2025 before returning this year. Welcome back, Stack, we missed you. While the “8 ball” burger topped with chili crisp, hot honey and an onion ring is a clever condiment combination, it’s still their classic “Stack” burger that impresses me most. Wagyu smashed beef topped with American cheese, caramelized shallot, house pickles, “stack” sauce plus garlic and tomato puree is a true elevation of the smash burger, breathing life into one of the country’s most tired culinary trends. (JS)
8. Dry aged burger, Westwood Prime Meats, Westwood
Westwood Prime Meats is an incredible butcher shop with an attached restaurant — cleverly called Westwood Prime Eats. While the whole menu is expansive, its the burger section that impresses most. Three different blends of beef, four different style of burgers, not to mention five nonconventional burgers including a bone marrow burger patty melt. But the dry aged burger, served in the classic style, is your best bet. When the meat is this good, you don’t want to overload it with toppings. The butcher shop freshness is apparent immediately when you bite in. (JS)
7. The cheeseburger, Sergeantsville Inn, Sergeantsville
There is a simple elegance to most menu items at Sergeantsville Inn, the No. 2 eatery on NJ.com’s list of the 99 best restaurants in the state. The burger is no exception. It isn’t massive or overloaded with toppings. It’s simply high-quality beef cooked to an exquisite medium rare, topped with Cooper sharp cheese, pickles and a horseradish-forward sauce. Masterfully executed and majorly satisfying, this is an off-menu item that the kitchen takes great pride in — and that shows in every bite. (JS)
6. Double smasher, Eighty Twenty, Westwood
Matt Borgerson got his start as a fine dining chef at Italian restaurant Caffe Anello in Westwood. He started cooking a variation of White Manna’s revered slider cheeseburgers as family meal for the restaurant, and soon realized he had a passion for burgers. What started as a pop-up turned into his full-time job. Eighty Twenty’s smash burgers are among the best in the state. High-quality beef is cooked until it’s blissfully crispy, with sweet vidalia onions smashed right into the patty. Then comes the American cheese — the best cheese for burgers, many chefs claim, because of how well it melts. A proprietary burger sauce, not unlike In-N-Out’s “animal style,” is then spread on a Martin’s potato roll topper. (JS)
5. Buddy burger, Tierney’s Tavern, Montclair
The secret behind Tierney Tavern’s legendary burgers?
“Once the hand-made patty is formed, we smash it with a No. 10 tin can,” co-owner Billy Tierney once told me. “When it cooks, the fat and the juices stay in the burger.”
Tierney’s actually started during Prohibition as a candy shop across the street. The tavern itself opened in 1934. It was built by a group of Swedish boatbuilders who also built the Great Notch Inn in Little Falls. The buddy burger is a winning combo of bacon, cheese and caramelized onions. (PG)
4. Burger with onions, White Manna, Hackensack
The burgers at the White Manna — NJ’s cutest diner — are tiny, but the smell of the grease and onions on the telephone-book-sized grill, and the diner’s retro cuteness, make the Manna a must stop for any burger buff. It’s the smallest and least complicated burger on this list, but something about those onions, roll, meat and one-of-a-kind atmosphere says Jersey, and burger bliss. There’s a McDonald‘s right across the street. Talk about choices. (PG)
3. Bacon cheeseburger, Krug’s Tavern, Newark
The winner of our N.J.’s best burger showdown naturally must be on this list. The burger at Krug’s Tavern in Newark is simplicity supreme: a 12-ounce, 80/20 mix from a local wholesaler cooked on a tiny grill. It’ll take 15 to 20 minutes for your burger to be ready; pull up a seat and drink in the abundant atmosphere. Krug’s (pronounced Kroogs), an Ironbound legend open since 1938, is one of those places you hope lasts forever. (PG)
2. The Blend, Burger Barr, Sewell
There’s fresh and then there is the fresh you get at the Burger Barr. The blend, a combination of ground chuck and brisket, could not have been tastier, juicier (I had it cooked medium rare, as usual) or fresher. Choose from nine cheeses, including Vermont aged cheddar, gorgonzola, Jarlsberg and smoked gouda. The cooper sharp on my burger lent it a marvelously melty, tangy twist. You heard it here first: The Blend is the best burger in New Jersey. (PG)
1. 130 cheeseburger, 130 Shop, Tenafly
The best of the best. The top dog — sorry, burger. The new No. 1 burger in New Jersey comes from the casual spin-off of The 130 Club, one of the hottest restaurants in the state from a chef who once worked at the vaunted 4 Charles Prime Rib in New York City. While a meal at the 130 Club is a fancy affair, the 130 Shop is low-key as it serves a menu of the restaurant’s hits. The burger, featuring two patties of certified angus beef that are thin but not quite smashed, pickles, onions, dijonnaise and American cheese on a brioche bun. The way the pickles and onions are minced makes for a delectably briny and slightly crunchy topping that complements the beef excellently. Don’t worry about a reservation at the 130 Club, head to the 130 Shop for the best burger in New Jersey. (JS)
