Don’t Call Yourself a Burger Fan Until You’ve Tried These 10 Juicy Burgers in NJ
If you claim to be a fan of burgers but haven’t tried these 10 juicy picks in New Jersey, it might be time to rethink that title. Here in New Jersey, we take burgers as a full-on obsession.
With around 50 billion burgers eaten in the U.S. every year (yes, billion with a “B”), it’s obvious this simple sandwich has become a national favorite. And honestly, we’re doing our part to keep that number high.
So, here’s the plan—I’ll take you through each spot, tell you exactly where it is, what’s on the burger, and how much it’ll cost you. That way, when that burger craving hits (and it will), you’ll know exactly where to go in NJ and what you’re in for.
1. Double Beef Burger – Prime, Glassboro
First, we have the Double Beef Burger at Prime, located on Rowan University’s campus in Glassboro. This place serves a large Double Beef Burger that costs $7.65 before toppings. The burger is half a pound of beef and so big you may need a knife and fork to eat it.
You can add any of the 11 sauces, such as sriracha, spicy mayo, or their house blend. They also offer fries and a Cherry Bomb Ice Cream Float to go with your meal. You can call them at (856) 243-2191 or visit primerowan.com for more.
2. Bison Burger – Harvest Seasonal Grill, Moorestown
Next is the Bison Burger at Harvest Seasonal Grill, located at the Moorestown Mall on Route 38. This burger costs $16 and is made with grass-fed bison meat. It comes with baby Swiss cheese, shiitake mushrooms, and truffle aioli, plus it’s served on a fresh poppy seed onion roll with a pickle.
People who want a healthier meal often choose this burger with a salad or hummus on the side. You can call (856) 581-0044 or go to harvestseasonalgrill.com.
3. Pour House Burger – The Pour House, Westmont
Third on the list is the Pour House Burger at The Pour House in Westmont. This burger costs $11.49 and is topped with caramelized onions cooked in Guinness beer and Vermont white cheddar cheese.
There is also the Hangover Burger, priced at $11.99, which comes with a fried egg, bacon, chipotle aioli, smoked cheddar, and crispy onion straws. You can pick shoestring fries or homemade chips.
The address is 124 N Haddon Ave, Westmont. The phone number is (856) 869-4600, and the website is pjspourhouse.com.
4. Red Hen Burger – The Red Hen, Swedesboro
The fourth burger is the Red Hen Burger, served at The Red Hen in Swedesboro. It costs $14.95 and comes with a sunny-side-up egg, bacon, and beer cheese sauce. This place has 11 burger options, including turkey, salmon, and veggie choices.
Many people also try their cocktails, such as the Bee’s Knees, which are made with gin, honey, and lemon. The restaurant is at 1301 Kings Highway, Swedesboro. You can call (856) 467-3058 or go to theredhen.biz.
5. Be Square Burger – Center Square Tavern, Woolwich Township
Fifth is the Be Square Burger from Center Square Tavern in Woolwich Township. It costs $12.99 and includes lettuce, tomato, onion, and house-cut fries. For $1 more per item, you can add bacon, mushrooms, avocado, or cheeses like Swiss, provolone, pepper-jack, cheddar, or Gouda.
A side item called Mascarpone Sweet Potatoes is also available. You can eat outside on their private patio. To contact them, call (856) 294-9611 or go to centersquaretavern.com.
6. Black Truffle Burger – Yard House, Moorestown
Still in Moorestown, Yard House at 400 Route 38 has a Black Truffle Burger for $13.45. The burger includes housemade truffle cheese and tomato-bacon onion jam and is served with fries.
A popular side is the Onion Ring Tower, which has beer-battered rings with Parmesan, chipotle seasoning, and buttermilk ranch. Yard House also serves craft beers in tall glasses. You can reach them at (856) 722-5620 or yardhouse.com.
7. Smokehouse Burger – Outlaw’s Burger Barn & Creamery, Vineland
Seventh is the Smokehouse Burger from Outlaw’s Burger Barn in Vineland. This insatiable burger costs $9.75 and comes with bacon, onion rings, cheddar cheese, house-pickled jalapeños, and barbecue sauce.
Another popular choice is the Farm Fresh Burger, priced at $10.25, with bacon, a fried egg from Moughan Farm, white cheddar, and roasted garlic mayo. You can also get a milkshake or float. The location is 1370 S. Main Road, Vineland. Call (856) 691-5438 or visit outlawsburgerbarn.com.
8. Rodeo Burger – Lapp’s Olympia Dairy Bar, Carney’s Point
In eighth place is the Rodeo Burger at Lapp’s Olympia Dairy Bar in Carney’s Point. It costs $7.99 and comes with cheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, bacon, and two onion rings.
Lapp’s offers burgers between $4.59 and $7.99. This place is near Cowtown, the oldest weekly rodeo in the U.S. The address is Route 40, Carney’s Point. Call (856) 514-3448 or go to lappsdairybar.com.
9. Zeus Burger – Iron Hill Brewery, Maple Shade
The ninth burger is the Zeus Burger at Iron Hill Brewery in Maple Shade. It is made with a mix of lamb and beef, topped with onion, cucumber, feta aioli, and green herb sauce.
This burger is good for people who want something different. The address is 124 East Kings Highway, Maple Shade. Call (856) 273-0300 for more information.
10. Smash Burger – Smash Bros, Glassboro and Runnemede
Finally, the tenth burger is from Smash Bros, which has locations in Glassboro and Runnemede. Their burgers are halal-friendly and made with a ground brisket blend, smashed on the grill, and topped with grilled onions, cheese, and housemade sauce on Martin’s potato roll.
In Glassboro, they are located at 710 Delsea Drive. They also serve chicken sandwiches, tenders, hot dogs, cheesesteaks, and “Flamin’ Hot” mac and cheese bites at the new location.
So, now you know where the real burger magic happens in New Jersey. If you’ve been calling yourself a burger fan without sinking your teeth into these juicy legends, it’s time to change that—fast.
Don’t settle for average when greatness is just a short drive (and a few bucks) away. Grab your appetite, hit the road, and start crossing these off your list.
Trust me, your taste buds will thank you—and you’ll finally earn that burger fan title for real.
