There's something authentically American about a burger-- hamburger, cheeseburger, whatever. But, seriously, if you're a true patriot, you'd go for the double cheeseburger.
Since we bleed red, white, and blue, we advocate mo' meat and mo' cheese.
Cheeseburgers themselves are an art. Molten, gooey cheese dripping down two juicy patties of the perfect ratio of meat and fat sandwiched between a fluffy bun. We're drooling on our keyboards.
Seriously, how big of a letdown is it when you psych yourself up for a kick-ass burger, only to bite into a rubbery, tasteless heap of garbage? We'd say its fairly unfortunate.
If your taste buds are screamin' for some meaty, cheesy all-American double cheeseburgers, we've got you covered.
These 7 New York City burger joints are all you need. Now get outside.
1. Shake Shack (various NYC locations)
No NYC burger list would be complete without mention of this delicious fixture. What started as a hot dog stand grew into the franchise empire we know and love today.
The double cheeseburger is topped with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and Shack Sauce. Simplicity is the name of the game.
Shake Shack also takes pride in only offering humanely raised beef that has never been treated with hormones or antibiotics, so that's doubly dope.
2. Bill's Bar & Burger (various NYC locations)
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Now, our goal was to give you the best double cheeseburgers in NYC. In our humble opinions, Bill's Bar & Burger offers some pretty sick burgers like the Classic American, the Fat Cat, and the BBQ Bacon Burger.
But in order to make this list, make any of these dope options a double, and thank us later.
For serious, the hand-pressed burgers are a thing of glory, and the star of our culinary dreams. But when you double up on the secret blended meat patties? You will reach nirvana.
3. Mel's Burger Bar (various NYC locations)
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Mel's double-double is one of the most beautiful things we've ever had the pleasure of eating. If you're looking for a classically good burger, Mel's is a sure bet.
Two 4oz. patties, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and cheese on a potato bun. How much more authentic can you get? Well, you can't.
Mel's also offers a wide range of craft beers, so if you're anything like us and get giddy over a pint of draft Stone Arrogant Bastard, you'll be head over heels in love with Mel's.
4. The Happiest Hour (121 West 10th Street)
If you like 'em real thick and juicy, The Happiest Hour's namesake burger is the answer to your prayers.
Two patties, American cheese, LTP, confit onions, and special sauce.
Think In-N-Out Burger meets NYC gourmet accompanied by creative upscale traditional cocktails. AKA, the hangover "hair of the dog brunch of former sorority girls' dreams.
,5. Twist and Smash'd (various NYC locations)
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This place has been lauded by residents of Queens for ages, and for good reason. The burgers are thick and cheesy, topped by a bun stamped with the Twist and Smash'd logo.
Grab a side of their twisted potatoes for a unique take on the traditional burger accompaniment.
Looking for a healthier option? Swap out the bun for a whole wheat wrap. Can't stomach the gluten? Any of their burgers can be made on a gluten free bun.
6. Dram Shop (339 9th Street - Brooklyn)
Not only can you get a double burger.... Dram Shop also offers the option to TRIPLE your patties.
Mind. blown.
This burger is for all of the thin-patty lovers out there. Why on earth would you want a thinner patty? Sometimes you just have to have cheese, and a lot of it, but you can't stand tons of cheese is haphazardly piled on to a mound of meat.
Solution? Split the patty into three and top each with a couple slices of cheese that melt into molten gold.
7. Petey's Burger (30-17 30 Avenue - Queens)
If you're looking for something high quality with less frills, Petey's Burger in Astoria delivers. Seriously, they literally deliver.
Petey's has a pretty awesome, classic double cheeseburger for the wallet busting (sarcasm) price of $5.99.
Petey's emphasizes quality, which is probably why they do not freeze or microwave any of their meat.
We'd suggest siding your double cheeseburger with some freshly cut fries and a shake. Diets aren't worth your while anyway.
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