National Burger Month in May: Find the Best Burgers in South Florida

Check out where to experience some of most delicious burgers in the area.

May is National Burger Month, and what better way to celebrate than indulging in some of the best burgers in South Florida? From classic cheeseburgers to gourmet creations, there’s a burger to suit every taste. South Florida has some of the juiciest and most delicious burgers, with restaurants offering unique twists on this American favorite. Whether you’re a meat-lover, vegetarian, or somewhere in between, National Burger Month is the perfect excuse to indulge in some of the best burgers in South Florida.

Burlock Coast (The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale) 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale

The Bootleg Burger ($27) Burlock Coast is a double patty with smoked gouda, arugula, red onion jam, and roasted garlic aioli. It is available on the regular menu daily, or come by any Monday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for Burger N’ Brew Monday and enjoy the burger and beer for $20. For reservations, please call 954.302.6430 or visit OpenTable.

Charm City Burger Co. (1136 East Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach)

Charm City Burger Co. has been a go-to destination for burger lovers for over 15 years. Located just off Hillsboro Boulevard in Deerfield Beach, the restaurant has gained critical acclaim and won numerous awards. It has become a popular spot for locals and tourists who can’t resist indulging in its premium steak burgers. The menu boasts an array of options, including The Big Sloppy, a double patty brunch burger with peppered bacon, American cheese, hash brown, lettuce, tomato, pickle, raw onion, and charm sauce, The Emperor, a ½ lb American Wagyu Beef Patty Melt with sauteed mushrooms, aged gruyere, truffle aioli, arugula, and pickled red onion, served on brioche toast. The Cowboy, made with a choice of patty, topped with pepper bacon, cheddar cheese, grilled mushrooms, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, pickle, raw onion, and charm sauce, and the award-winning Southern Belle, a charm blend 1/3 lb patty with muenster cheese, spicy BBQ sauce, haystack onions, creamy bacon coleslaw, tomato, and garlic aioli. The menu also includes The Greek, a house-made spiced lamb burger with Greek salad slaw, garlic tzatziki, tomato, and feta cheese.

The Katherine 723 E Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale

The Katherine offers an irresistible all-day burger for $18, featuring double patties, melting cheese, and sweet pickle remoulade.

Timpano Las Olas 450 East Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 

The Timpano Burger is made with an eight-ounce butcher blend patty, topped with provolone cheese and tomato jam for one of the best burgers in South Florida.

DUNE Burgers On The Beach At (The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami) 455 Grand Bay Drive

DUNE Burgers on the Beach offers its Signature Burger, a 35-day dry-aged patty featuring a blend of beef short rib, brisket, and chuck topped with an oven-dried tomato and feta cheese relish and bibb lettuce. The restaurant’s seven-burger menu includes options for every palate, such as a chickpea falafel blend, spiced lamb, and mahi. Reservations are available on OpenTable.

Corsair Kitchen & Bar (19999 West Country Club Dr., Aventura)

Corsair Kitchen + Bar is joining in the celebration of National Burger Month with its indulgent and irresistible handhelds. In May, guests can treat themselves to the ultimate Corsair Cheeseburger, featuring an 8 oz blend of chuck, short rib and brisket, topped with garlic pickles, spicy aioli, and cheddar cheese. At Corsair, the emphasis is on fresh and simple ingredients, resulting in a unique and unparalleled dining experience. Corsair Kitchen + Bar is located at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa.

Fiola Miami 1500 San Ignacio Ave., Coral Gables

If you’re in the mood for an indulgent burger, Fiola Miami’s American Wagyu Burger is the perfect choice. It features grilled pancetta, smoked scamorza, heirloom tomato Calabrian chili aioli, and Tuscan fries for $28. Reservations are available on Resy.

Fox’s Lounge 6030 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami

Fox’s Lounge Cheeseburger Deluxe (Single $12.95/ Double $15.95) comes with double cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and creamy garlic and is served on a Challah bun with your choice of side. Additionally, they have an off-menu Bacon Jam Burger priced at $20, which is made with an Angus patty, American cheese, aus jus sautéed mushrooms, bacon jam, and creamy garlic and is served on a brioche bun, making it of the best burgers in South Florida.

For great drinks, visit our article on the best happy hours in South Florida.

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