This Ultimate Burger Bucket List In Oklahoma Will Make Your Mouth Water
Today, we're on the hunt for the best burger in Oklahoma. After all, what's better than a juicy, handmade burger, accompanied by the perfect fries or onion rings? We can't think of anything we'd rather have! We've created an ultimate burger bucket list for you so that you'll hit all the best burger joints in the state!
1. Nic's Grill, Oklahoma City
Enormous burgers made with fresh beef, dripping with cheese and accompanied by perfectly crispy yet tender curly fries. It doesn't get better than this! Learn more about what makes Nic's Grill such an iconic burger spot in Oklahoma. 1201 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City. Take a closer look at what makes this spot so special when you watch the video below:
2. Tucker's Onion Burgers, Oklahoma City and Norman
The onion burger came about as a way to stretch hamburger meat during the lean 1920s. It turns out that people really loved their hamburger meat infused with plenty of grilled onions! Visit one of the three Oklahoma City locations, or the location in Norman. Curious to learn more? Check out how the onion burger came to be, and how Tucker's made it so famous.
3. S&B's Burger Joint, Oklahoma City
With so many delicious burger choices, you might find it hard to make a decision. Order a couple of sliders, instead - problem solved! This local chain has several locations. And while the burgers are fantastic, just wait until you try these famous Oklahoma milkshakes!
4. Patty Wagon, Oklahoma City
This locally-owned burger joint serves up some seriously delicious burgers. The restaurant gets all its hamburgers from locally-raised, grass-fed beef. These gourmet burgers are worth the trip from just about anywhere in the state. Learn more about why a trip to Patty Wagon belongs on your Oklahoma dining bucket list. 3600 N. May Avenue, Oklahoma City.
5. Fat Guy's Burger Bar, Tulsa and Broken Arrow
The "Home of the Fat and Juicy," Fat Guy's Burger Bar puts butter on their burgers, along with the cheese. The result? Tender meat, dripping with cheesy goodness. Plus, there are over 15 delicious varieties to choose from! 140 N. Greenwood and 7945 S. Memorial Drive in Tulsa; 1009 N. Elm Street in Broken Arrow.
6. Hank's Hamburgers, Tulsa
This little spot has been grilling up burgers since 1949. If you want a really, really BIG burger, try the Big Okie - an entire pound of burger love. This spot might just have the best burgers in Oklahoma. 8933 E. Admiral Place, Tulsa. Curious to learn more about the history of Hank's? Watch the video below for a great introduction:
7. Ron's Hamburgers and Chili, Owasso
This little family-owned restaurant makes the best cheeseburger you'll ever eat. 9100 N. Garnett Road, Owasso.
8. Pops, Arcadia
Pops is famous for its huge selection of pop, but the burgers are really good, too. And of course, you'll have tons of options for your beverage! Have you ever been to this iconic roadside stop in Oklahoma? 660 W. Highway 66, Arcadia.
9. Folger's Drive-In, Ada
This tiny mom-n-pop shop serves up tasty burgers, and it's a long-standing tradition in Ada. Get there early - seating is limited. And, for a bit of trivia, did you know that Ada is one of the oldest towns in Oklahoma? Sounds pretty worthy of a day trip to us! 406 E. Main Street, Ada.
10. Rock Cafe, Stroud
This fun restaurant along Highway 66 was featured in the Pixar movie "Cars." The burgers, fries and onion rings are all delicious. Learn more about why everyone in your family will love a trip to Rock Cafe in Oklahoma. 114 W. Main Street, Stroud.
11. Colemans Bakery, Okmulgee
This hidden gem serves up hand-pressed burgers on toasted buns, and they're plenty fresh and tasty. Plus, the region is so fascinating -- you'll want to plan to spend at least a day exploring all that Okmulgee and Dripping Springs Lake have to offer. 118 N. Seminole Avenue, Okmulgee.
12. Sid's Diner, El Reno
Sid's Diner is nothing short of a local legend. This little burger joint has been featured on Food Network, and deservedly so. The burgers are fresh, handmade and to die for! 300 S. Choctaw Avenue, El Reno. Learn more about why Sid's Diner is such an iconic burger stop in OK:
Did we miss your favorite? What do you consider to be the very best burger in Oklahoma? Tell us what else you'd add to this list in the comments below -- we would love to hear from you! And, if you're feeling inspired to get to the grill, check out this excellent cookbook called The Ultimate Burger Cookbook: Recipes to Introduce You to the Wonderful World of Burgers.
Ready for some more delicious recommendations? Take a look at these 10 tasty lunch spots!
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