Where to find the best burgers in Calgary
Nothing hits the spot like a juicy, perfectly-topped, fresh-off-the-grill burger, so it’s a good thing Calgary’s selection of this classic comfort food is absolutely out of this world.
From high-end beef patties to glorious cheap burgers from a food truck, whether it’s breakfast, classic cheese, or covered in bacon, Calgary has every kind of burger you could dream of.
Here are some of the best burgers you need to try in Calgary.
Lil’ Empire Burger in Annex Soda Shop

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The sister business to Calgary’s Annex Ale Project, Annex Soda has both alcoholic and non-alcoholic bevies, along with a selection of beer and grub from in-house food window by Empire Provisions aptly named Lil’ Empire Burger.
Address: 4323 1st Street SE, Calgary
Boogies Burgers

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This is where diets go to die and you enter burger bliss guilt-free. From the fried mac ‘n’ cheese topped burger to fried mushrooms, and melted cheddar stacked on top of a double patty, you’ll ask to skip the lettuce.
Address: Renfrew, 908 Edmonton Trail NE, Calgary
Phone: 403-230-7070
Address: Marda Loop, 2129 33 Avenue SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-454-2902
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Clive Burger

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A classic spot to head in YYC for a quality burger, be sure to eat it while it’s hot and get all the Clive sauce your heart desires on the side.
Address: 736 17 Avenue SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-229-9224
Burger 320

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Known for its signature branded-bun over-the-top burgers, shakes, and ice cream creations, this spot is perfect to satisfy your burger craving.
Address: 841 1 Avenue NE, Calgary
Phone: 403-515-0035
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Charbar

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You can’t go wrong with a burger from Charbar, so definitely head here next time you need to satisfy that beef craving.
Address: Simmons Building, 618 Confluence Way SE
Phone: 403-452-3115
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N9NA Kitchen

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This spot stuffs burgers with whatever your stomach desires. A must-try is the Nainalicious stuffed with pulled pork, aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and granny smith apples.
Address: 121 17 Avenue SE, Calgary
Phone: 403-263-6355
Buchanan’s Chop House and Whiskey Bar

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Charbroiled Angus sirloin – need we say more?
Address: 738 3 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-261-4646
Dairy Lane Cafe

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This is the place where burgers can be breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a snack – no one is judging.
Address: 319 19 Street NW
Phone: 403-283-2497
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Regrub

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When it comes to epic burgers, Regrub can’t really be topped. This spot now has two locations where you can grab its over-the-top beefy creations.
Address: 625 11 Avenue SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-475-2845
Address: 901 64th Avenue NE, Calgary
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Flipp’n Burgers

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You can smell this flame-grilled BBQ scent while walking on 10th Street. Let it lure you into this spot. You won’t regret it.
Address: 330 10 Street NW, Calgary
Phone: 403-474-9365
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With files from Milena Petrovic.