Local Restaurants Are Flippin’ Burgers & Layering on the Toppings
They’re the star of summer cookouts, a staple on game day and the unsung hero of those spontaneous late-night snack runs. We’re talking burgers, and here in NEPA, you don’t have to look too far to find some incredible sandwiches.
We’ve gathered up a list of some of NEPA’s well-known burger spots, from laidback corner bars to trendy restaurants with a foodie flair. Classic burger joints, retro diners, gourmet brewpubs and more all bring their own unique style to the table, but one thing’s for sure: our local restaurants definitely know their way around a grill. You better come hungry, because we’ve got a whole list of burgers to try.
Dunmore, PA
This popular Dunmore hangout serves over 15 signature burgers, plus a killer lineup of craft beers and cocktails.
Must Try: Swiss Superman Burger
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Kingston, PA
This burger joint makes over a dozen creative sandwiches with all the fixin’s plus fresh-cut fries and amazing milkshakes.
Must Try: Dat Fire Burger
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Bloomsburg, PA
This brewery and restaurant serves a full menu complete with tons of awesome burgers and an impressive lineup of brewery-fresh beers.
Must Try: Brown Sugar Bourbon Bacon BBQ Burger
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Scranton, PA
Proven fact: burgers are even better with beer. Luckily, this craft beer bar has over 500 bottles and dozens of drafts to make the perfect pairing.
Must Try: The Cowboy Burger
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Wilkes-Barre, PA
Anthracite Café is famous for their laid-back, neighborhood pub atmosphere and their seasoned, savory black angus burgers with wild flavor combos.
Must Try: Middleswarth Cheeseburger
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Milford, PA
Follow the glow of the neon sign to this authentic, stainless steel diner. This little piece of Americana has been dishing out juicy burgers since 1956.
Must Try: Brick City Burger
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Scranton, PA
This restaurant and bar has a cool-meets-upscale vibe, right down to their taplist, craft cocktails and, of course, their gourmet smashed burgers.
Must Try: Pepper Jack Caboose Burger
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Exeter, PA
The pitmasters are the experts on barbecue, but they can also throw down when it comes to making a mean burger with all the fixin’s.
Must Try: The Not So Patty Melt Burger
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Tannersville, PA
Barley Creek is a craft brewery, distillery and brewpub, all under one roof. And their top-notch burgers are a local hit.
Must Try: Hangover Cure Smash Burger
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Clarks Summit & Wyoming, PA
Go freestyle and build your own burger. Booyah has plenty of toppings: avocado, mac and cheese, bacon, you name it. And don’t forget the fries and bites.
Must Try: The Classic Cheeseburger
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Nanticoke, PA
This bar is famous for their wings (which come in over 80 flavors), but their burgers definitely hold their own too.
Must Try: “R” Pub Burger
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St. Clair, PA
This historic hotel turned Irish pub is said to be an old hangout spot for the Molly Maguires. Start with a Guinness and then it’s all about the burgers.
Must Try: Blackened Cajun Burger
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Moosic, PA
Slow-roasted barbecue meets a half-pound burger and a long list of craft beers at this bar and restaurant at The Shoppes at Montage.
Must Try: Bonfire Burger
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Plains, PA
Fifteen made-to-order, specialty burgers round out the menu at this local favorite neighborhood bar and restaurant.
Must Try: Bacon Infused Burger
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Tunkhannock, PA
Homemade food is the name of the game at this popular, family-owned restaurant, and their incredible burgers are no exception.
Must Try: The Steakhouse Burger
Learn MoreArticle updated from its original version published on 6/30/2021.
