The History of Burgers and Mapping the Best Burgers in America

First – Start your journey with 30 seconds of #burgerporn. Enjoy as we did!

Who doesn’t love a good burger? Ah, yes, even the statement opens the door for interpretation. How big, ketchup or not, steamed, fried, broiled, with lettuce—the debate goes on and on. But it isn’t just the quest for that perfect burger with the American flare. I’ve learned that everyone has a burger story and a burger opinion. And I mean everyone (Go ahead, try to prove me wrong).

My enjoyment of “Burgermania” began a long time ago when I visited the White Diamond on North Avenue in Westfield, New Jersey, as a kid. I’d ride my bike over after school. It took a few years for my mother to figure out why I was coming home from school and wasn’t hungry. I guess it was the weight I started to put on, and that threw me into the “portly” section at Arthur Stevens on East Broad Street that ultimately gave it away. (How old am I with that reference?)

Louis Lunch – Where it All Started

Now, they say it’s not rocket science, but I beg to differ. I always thought it was better to go out than cook yourself—duh! Before you post your addition, watch this quick clip on the history of the Hamburger at Louis Lunch in New Haven.

Tips for Making a Perfect Burger

There’s also this one of a humorous piece that aired on CBS and the “Moonburger”…. it’s just gotta be served this way!!!

Mapping the Best Burgers in America

As the internet evolves with new technology, it’s fun to see what it can do and where it can go. Now, who doesn’t love to travel? Maybe on business or pleasure, one always has to have something to do with a bit of downtime. Find a great burger. How bout that? Just go to the map and jot down a place to try. If you’re going to post, just be sure to add your comments and perhaps a picture of their masterpiece. There are no rules, just your favorites and your opinion. How American is that?

View Best Burgers in America Map on a larger map.

Voted New Jersey’s #1 hamburger stand and one of the nation’s top burgers honored with a keepsake.

Vote in the Burger Poll

Share your top burger spots in America in the comments section below

Fun New Jersey Foodie Links

Interesting Burger Links for online fun:

• We have two Facebook pages dedicated to burgers. Best Burger in America AND Post your Burger Pics. We urge you to go post your best burger image. (Don’t be shy – it’s fun)
• Burger Battles Hamburger America by George Motz at a group called Road Food.

Lastly – the Documentary Hamburger America

A few years ago and thousands of burgers later (that’s the original WD single with cheese culprit in the photo!), I caught a PBS special entitled Hamburger America, and it was all over. My dream quest came true. Someone else who’s traveling just to experience the same cult American Classic.

It’s an hour long, but it’s worth watching. And it’s PBS, so it has to be good!