Just asking where to find the best burgers in New Jersey is liable to kick-start a fight! Do you want a classic slider or an oversized patty? You’ll likely get ten answers from each group you ask, but there’s one place in Newark that just about everyone can agree on. Krug’s Tavern is a humble hole-in-the-wall where little has changed on the menu since it first opened back in 1932. That’s nine decades of serving up oversized, smashed burgers with over-the-top toppings at a reasonable price. There’s always a seat at the bar, so come on in and discover why these masters of the art of hamburgers have stood the test of time.

When you pass by Krug's Tavern, you might mistake it for a routine neighborhood bar - but then you would miss out on the best burgers in New Jersey.
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Open since 1932, this neighborhood dive's rustic atmosphere is the perfect place to engage in an old-fashioned diner meal with a few modern accents.
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How old-school is this place? They still offer large pickles and hot cherry peppers to go with your meal upon request!
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Burgers are the specialty here, but the seafood is nothing to sneeze at - especially the spicy Buffalo Shrimp appetizer.
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The thin-crust pizza is also delicious, with a cracker-crisp crust holding up the cheese and toppings perfectly.
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But you're here for the burgers, and the old-fashioned smash grill is always packed with them as they're dished out to hungry customers.
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A classic burger topped with cheese and crispy bacon is the best way to experience Krug's flavors at their most classic.
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But if you want to get messier, top that burger with more melted cheese and a nest of caramelized onions for an intensely flavorful experience.
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And of course, it wouldn't be New Jersey without it - so yes, you can get your burger topped with pork roll or Taylor ham, no matter what you call it!
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Have you had a burger at Krug’s Tavern or tried one of their other specialties? Let us know about your visit in the comments section, or tell us your pick for the best burgers in New Jersey. If you’re interested in paying a visit, check out their menu on their website. If you’re interested in another under-the-radar New Jersey gem, check out this diner with amazing pancakes.

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Krug's Tavern, 118 Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ 07105, USA