The 20 Northeast Ohio Burgers You Should Have Tried By Now

B Spot

Various locations
With eight locations spread out across the city, B Spot may be the most easily accessible place on this list. And because Cleveland's own Michael Symon is behind this you know everything is juicy and grilled to perfection.

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Bearden’s

19985 Lake Rd, Rocky River, 440-331-7850
Bearden's has been around seemingly forever, so you know their burgers (with optional and recommended chili topping) have been completely perfected.

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TownHall

1909 W. 25th St., 216-344-9400
TownHall’s menu may be dominated by relatively healthy options, but they also offer burgers. And while they do offer lamb and veggie burgers, a traditional (grass-fed, organic) cheeseburger is also available — and it’s delicious.

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The South Side

2207 W. 11th St., 216-937-2288
This Tremont hotspot has a diverse menu, including burgers of the traditional, turkey and black bean varieties. Their patio is the perfect place to enjoy one (or more) of them, along with some drinks and customizable mac and cheese.

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Dynomite Burgers

1302 Euclid Ave., 216-298-4077
If you can't decide which burger-related Cleveland fare you're in the mood for, try Dynomite. Along with its own, burgers à la Parallax, they also offer L'Albatross and Chinato.

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Flip Side

Various locations
Flip Side recently expanded to Colorado, but all its beef is from Ohio (and grass-fed). This chain offers almost 20 burgers, including ones made with lamb, turkey and bison. All of them pair well with its impressive, optionally spiked milkshake menu.

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Nano Brew Cleveland

1859 W. 25th St., 216-862-6631
Pair one of Nano Brew's award-winning burgers (or sliders) with any of their 24 draft beers — they've got you covered until 2:30 a.m.

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Swensons

Various locations
For a proper drive-in dining experience, head down to Akron. Locals have been scarfing down Swensons' no-frills fare since 1934, and more recently, enjoying their veggie burgers. Even better news? Cleveland is getting a Swensons of its own in the near future.

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Payne Cafe

3528 Payne Ave, 216-361-9448
You can find this dive in Chinatown, but there’s no lo mein or dumplings on the menu. Payne’s Ruby Burger, whose namesake owns and operates the bar, has received national attention; for five dollars, you get a palatial burger heaped with cheese, tomato, lettuce, ham, bacon and a slew of condiments — totally worth the trip.

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Johnny’s Bar

614 Frankfort Ave, 216-861-2166
A variation of the restaurant Johnny's, the bar boasts a "world famous" burger, giving the traditional Italian section of the menu a run for its money.

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