The Most Mouthwatering Burger in Rhode Island Is Waiting For You at Stanley’s Famous Hamburgers

Are you on the hunt for Rhode Island's best burger? If you've ever walked down Dexter Street in Central Falls, you may have noticed Stanley's, a longstanding burger joint that's been in the same location for nearly a century. Maybe you've even stopped in for one of its "famous hamburgers;" after all, if a place has been around for this long, it has to be good, right? If you haven't yet been to Stanley's Famous Hamburgers for a mouthwatering burger accompanied by fries and a shake, do yourself a favor and go!

Since 1932, Stanley's Famous Burgers has served hungry customers the most crave-worthy burgers in Rhode Island. It all started when a Polish immigrant named Stanley F. Krya dreamed of making delicious, home-cooked, and affordable hamburgers — and this was during the Great Depression. After opening, his "Stanleyburgers," made with fresh, high-quality beef and sold at affordable prices during such a difficult time in history, became known across the state and beyond. Stanley's burgers provided comfort to those who needed it at the time, and the legacy lives on today.

The Stanley's Famous Hamburgers menu has evolved over the years, adding a wider selection of offerings that include a variety of burgers in addition to the Stanley Burger, plus sandwiches, home-made chili, chicken tenders, fresh-cut fries, and Fridays-only seafood specials. But what's remained consistent since its humble beginnings is the commitment to quality, affordability, and friendly service.

Of course, the Stanley Burger is this burger joint's staple and is still very affordable at $3.49! And, don't worry, all prices on Stanley's menu are affordable if you're looking for a great meal without breaking the bank.

Not only can you order the classic Stanley Burger, but the menu also offers cheeseburgers, tomato burgers, mushroom burgers, and so much more. Burgers can be doubled as well—double bacon cheeseburger, anyone? And for you vegetarians out there, yes, there is a veggie burger option.

As for sides, there are French fries, dirty fries loaded with toppings, cheddar cheese fries, chili cheese, and Quebec fries (a.k.a. poutine) topped with gravy and cheese curds. Oh, and there are onion rings, too!

Stanley's is the type of place that feels like home, with an ambiance that matches its comfort food. And if you're wondering what customers have said about Stanley's, reviews range from "the best burger I've ever had" to "I just got home and ate my burger and I needed to tell the world." And now we get to tell the world about Stanley's Famous Burgers and how you can find one of the best burgers in Rhode Island here!

If you've been to Stanley's Famous Burgers, do you think it's home to Rhode Island's best burgers? For location, hours, and a menu, visit the official website of Stanley's Famous Hamburgers and give this burger joint's Facebook page a follow for updates and specials. You can also check out our list of The 50 Best Burgers Across the US.

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