Posted in Missouri
August 18, 2016
This Ultimate Burger Bucket List In Missouri Will Make Your Mouth Water
Pasta and salads are great and all, but there’s nothing like indulging in a mouthwatering burger for lunch or dinner. Here are some of our favorites in Missouri that you should definitely check out!
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What separates this burger joint from most is how they cook their patties. To create the “smashed” style patties, the meat is smashed on the grill while it cooks to make the ends nice and crispy.
Address:
500 Bailey Rd.
Crystal City, MO 63019
Address:
500 Bailey Rd.
Crystal City, MO 63019


To get both the BBQ and the burger experience, go for the Danna Burger which serves BBQ slathered chopped pork on top of the patty.
Address:
963 St. Hwy 165
Branson, MO 65616
Address:
963 St. Hwy 165
Branson, MO 65616


Rated by the Food Network as the best burger in Kansas City. To win a free meal, shirt and bragging rights, try out their burger challenge. 50 ounces of beef, 10 bacon strips and 6 buns. Think you can handle it?
Address:
817 Westport Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Address:
817 Westport Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64111


Simplicity can be a beautiful thing and the double patty melts at Kirby's are a testament of that. They've been up and running in Sikeston since 1907, so we'd say their method has been working quite nicely.
Address:
109 N Kingshighway St.
Sikeston, MO 63801
Address:
109 N Kingshighway St.
Sikeston, MO 63801


This burger joint has a wide array of options ranging from a quinoa burger to a beef and brisket burger with candied bacon. Wash it down with one of their boozy shakes to get the full experience.
Address:
209 E Walnut St.
Springfield, MO 65806
Address:
209 E Walnut St.
Springfield, MO 65806


Opened as a pool hall and restaurant in 1884, Booches has become an integral part of Columbia's history. Their burgers served on wax paper run a bit small, so you may want to add an extra one to your order.
Address:
110 S 9th St.
Columbia, MO 65201
Address:
110 S 9th St.
Columbia, MO 65201


Head over to Eagle Drive-In for the juiciest and most delicious burgers in all of Joplin, Missouri. The exterior may make it appear to be a simple burger joint, but Jason Miller's bistro burgers are anything but simple.
Address:
4224 Hearnes Blvd.
Joplin, MO 64804
Address:
4224 Hearnes Blvd.
Joplin, MO 64804


If you're not sold on any of the menu burgers, Stacked gives you the option to build your own. The size of the patties are pretty huge, so be sure to come hungry.
Address:
7637 Ivory Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63111
Address:
7637 Ivory Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63111


Bluff Burger & Brew offers both traditional and non-traditional burger options. The classic hamburger is a safe bet, but if you're looking to try something a little different, we definitely recommend the Sticky Asian Burger
Address:
4806 West Blvd.
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Address:
4806 West Blvd.
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901


Don't let the name fool you, this kitchen serves up more than just craft beers. To experience authentic Kansas City BBQ, try the Smokestack Burger. Smoked burnt ends, gouda, whisky bbq glaze and chipotle aioli all on top of your patty...need I say more?
Address:
435 Westport Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Address:
435 Westport Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Have we missed any? Let us know your favorite burger joint in Missouri by commenting below.
Address: 500 Bailey Rd. Crystal City, MO 63019
Address: 4224 Hearnes Blvd. Joplin, MO 64804