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Bite into GR: The Ultimate Burgers and Fries Bucket List in Grand Rapids

Between the Buns: Where to Find the Tastiest Burgers & Fries in Grand Rapids

Burgers and fries – the dynamic duo that never lets us down. Undoubtedly this meal holds a core memory somewhere in your soul, or should I say stomach.

Whether you like your burger piled high with fancy fixings, or just want that perfect smash patty and a side of crispy golden potatoes, this is comfort food at its finest.

Around here, everyone has a favorite spot to eat and drink, so we set out to find the best burgers and fries in town. These crave worthy locations are going to blow your mind. Grab some napkins – its about to get delicious.

Top Voted Burgers

Sink your teeth into this. Here is our list of Grand Rapid’s juiciest, cheesiest and most delicious burger joints. Smell the sizzle, and taste the the grilled delights.

  1. Stella’s Lounge
  2. Black Napkin
  3. The Win Tavern 33
  4. Turks Tavern
  5. The Dirty Shame Bar & Grill
  6. Nonla Burger
  7. The Score
  8. Brick & Porter
  9. Kitchen 67
  10. One Twenty Three
Winner

Stella's Lounge

Address53 Commerce Ave SW
Grand Rapids MI 49503

Stella’s Lounge is known for award-winning, giant stuffed burgers, 250+ whiskeys, retro arcade games, and vegan/vegetarian specialties.

Go for the burgers, stay for pinball and their patio. Trivia offered too on select nights.

burger and fries, stellas lounge
Stella’s Lounge
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Black Napkin

Address966 Fulton St E
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Welcome to flavor at Black Napkin, serving real food with a commitment to high level consistency and top shelf ingredients.

Enjoy some of GR’s most delicious smash burgers, fries, buttermilk chicken sandwiches, in-house made sodas and rotating any flavour popsicles.

black napkin burger
Black Napkin
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The Win Tavern 33

Address7628 Georgetown Center Dr
Jenison, MI 49428

The Win” is the first pub style establishment in Jenison, MI. Specializing in Michigan craft beers, and famous for their….you guessed it, delicious burgers.

With over ten different burgers on the menu, you can satisfy any craving.

The Win Tavern 22 burger
The Win Tavern
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Turks Tavern

Address11139 Cleveland St
Nunica, MI 49448

Turk’s Tavern is the ideal spot to enjoy a delicious meal in a quaint and cozy setting.

Serving excellent, made from scratch food and drink. And the burgers, are to die for.

Turk’s utilizes Michigan products and locally grown ingredients whenever possible. Stop in for a visit, you’ll be happy you did.

turks tavern burger
Turk’s Tavern
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The Dirty Shame Bar & Grill

Address8124 Fulton St E
Ada, MI 49301

The Dirty Shame is your go-to for a casual dive. But don’t let it fool you – the food is amazing, and the burgers are top notch.

Plus they have bar games, karaoke, and live music. You don’t wanna miss this place.

dirty shame burger
Dirty Shame

Top Voted Fries

Crispy, golden and downright irresistible – fries make everything better. Here are Grand Rapid’s best spots to grab this beloved side and make it the main event.

  1. Stella’s Lounge
  2. Black Napkin
  3. The Electric Cheetah
  4. Westside Social
  5. Railtown Brewing Company
  6. The Win Tavern 33
  7. Bridge Street Burger Shack
  8. Butchers Union
  9. Kitchen 67
  10. One Stop Coney
Winner

Stellas Lounge

Address53 Commerce Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Not only the best Burgers, the best fries too at Stella’s Lounge! So you best be pairing them together for the ultimate meal.

Try the chronic or chili cheese, either way your tastebuds will be dancing.

Stella’s Lounge
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Black Napkin

Address966 Fulton St E
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Back again, not just for Burgers, is Black Napkin.

Try their delicious custy dust fries and you won’t be disappointed. Flavors to savor are Kimchi & White Cheddar, Rust, and Salt n Red Wine Vinegar – YUM.

fries from black napkin
Black Napkin
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The Electric Cheetah

Address1015 Wealthy St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Come get some foodies at The Electric Cheetah. Here you’ll find something for everyone, in addition to great fries.

Come as you are and expect great food made from scratch using high quality ingredients and serving up large portions.

electric cheetah burger
The Electric Cheetah
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Westside Social

Address802 Lake Michigan Dr NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Westside Social is an American tavern, reimagined. Sticking true to their heritage, and raising the bar with their food offerings.

The menu is perfect for anyone who wants to roll up their sleeves and dive into amazing fries, and will make any Grand Rapids’ “foodie” proud to be dining on the Westside.

westside social fries
Westside Social
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Railtown Brewing Company

Address3595 68th St SE
Caledonia, MI 49316

Railtown Brewing Company, is a vibrant brewery known for its artisanal beers and delectable food pairings, particularly its burgers, delicious fries and vegetarian options.

The atmosphere is welcoming, featuring beautiful outdoor seating, perfect for enjoying a meal al fresco. Customers rave about favorites like the Dip Flight and Pig Pen Nachos.

railtown brewing food fries
Railtown Brewing

From Sizzle to Crunch

At the end of the day, nothing hits quite like a good burger and fries.

From the old school classics to the loaded-up, over-the-top creations, Grand Rapids knows how to do it right. So the next time you’re craving something crispy, cheesy, and downright delicious, skip the drive-thru and check out one of these tastey favorites.

After all, life’s too short for average eats, so let’s ketchup on the best spots around. 🍔🍟

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Kate Overbeek

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Kate is a Grand Rapids native. After graduating from MSU, she landed there to raise her three boys with her husband of over 20 years. She loves to travel, especially to new spaces and places. Her teenage sons keep her schedule busy and her fridge empty. But when she's not rooting for them in sports, she's usually skiing, playing golf, hanging around the lakeshore, and trying to catch a view of sunset.