A go-to for no-fuss, classic smash burgers and highly-rated fries.
For those craving a classic, no-fuss smash burger experience, 7th Street Burger is a Manhattan staple that consistently draws a crowd. This popular American joint is celebrated by many for its perfectly cooked smash burgers, often described as satisfyingly greasy and flavorful, especially when paired with their well-regarded fries. However, the eatery isn't without its critics, with some patrons finding the burgers to be overly oily or simply "mid." Despite the divided opinions, its reputation as a go-to for a quick, tasty burger remains strong, making it a frequent contender in discussions about NYC's best burger spots.
7th Street Burger is a popular American fast-casual spot known for its smash burgers. While many customers rave about the burgers, calling them "the best burger restaurant" and a "solid fast-casual smash burger," others find them to be excessively greasy, flavorless, or of subpar meat quality. Some patrons specifically recommend the fries. There's a noted divide in opinion, with some suggesting the restaurant is overrated, while others champion it as a go-to for a classic, no-frills burger.
"The smash burgers are the star, with many customers recommending them for their classic flavor and satisfyingly greasy texture. The fries also receive specific mentions as being particularly good."
Customer feedback on 7th Street Burger is quite divided. While many praise the burgers as a top-tier, no-fuss option, especially for the price, others find them overly greasy, "mid," or even "trash." Some believe the quality has declined, comparing it unfavorably to other establishments like Hamburger America, while others consider it a superior alternative. The "homemade sauce" and value are frequently mentioned as positives, though some critique the lack of toppings like lettuce and tomato. The fries also receive specific praise from some patrons.
Important Note
Some customers find the burgers to be excessively greasy or have experienced a decline in quality. A few reviewers also note a lack of standard toppings like lettuce and tomato.
"7th Street is recommended as a better alternative to Shake Shack for burgers."
Positive"The user confirms having heard negative feedback that 7th Street Burger is overly greasy."
Negative"The commenter describes 7th Street Burger as "pretty mid," implying mediocre quality."
Negative"The commenter states that 7th Street Burger has significantly declined in quality and suggests trying an alternative."
Negative"The commenter advises skipping Martha's Country Bakery, stating it is "nothing special" and also states that 7th Street Burger is "nothing special.""
Negative"The commenter advises against 7th Street Burger, describing it as an average and overly oily smashburger, and suggests Hamburger America as a more worthwhile destination instead."
Negative"The original poster agrees with a previous assessment that the burgers from 7th Street are very decent."
Neutral"A user found the burgers at 7th Street to be very decent, with differences mostly in ambience."
Neutral"For a greasy burger, the user preferred Burgermania over 7th Street."
Negative"The user loves the Impossible burger at 7th Street."
Positive"The user believes 7th Street's burger is better than Gotham burger."
Positive"7th Street's burgers are bad because they are extremely greasy and the meat quality is subpar."
Negative"7th Street's burger is good, but it can be very greasy."
Neutral"The user finds 7th Street's burger to be overrated."
Negative"The user thought 7th Street was better than Gotham burger."
Positive"7th Street's burger was greasier than Gotham burger's."
Negative"A user recommends 7th Street Burger as a solid fast-casual option for a good burger."
Positive"The user intends to check out 7th Street Burger."
Neutral"A user suggested trying 7th Street Burger."
Neutral"The user suggests 7th Street as an option for smash burgers, comparing it to Shake Shack."
Neutral"The user lists 7th Street as one of the recommended smash burger spots in the city."
Neutral"The user plans to take his sons to 7th St. Burger during their trip to NYC."
Neutral"This user categorizes 7th Street as a 'fast food' style restaurant, similar to Gotham Burger Social Club and Hamburger America."
Neutral"This user disagreed with the recommendation of 7th Street as a better burger spot."
Negative"This user recommended 7th Street as a better burger spot than Five Guys."
Positive"Likes 7th Street Burger a lot, but doesn’t think it’s as good as Hamburger America."
Neutral"Found 7th Street Burger to be "trash" despite multiple tries at multiple locations."
Negative"Finds 7th Street Burger to be overly greasy and not as flavorful compared to Hamburger America."
Negative"Implies 7th St Burger has more seasoning/flavor than Hamburger America, where burgers were found to have less."
Positive"Notes that Hamburger America has better ambiance compared to 7th Street Burger (where it 'exists'). Mentions getting 7th St after Omakase as a quick option."
Neutral"Would not put 7th Street Burger above Hamburger America, implying Hamburger America is better in their view."
Neutral"Considers 7th St Burger better than Hamburger America."
Positive"The author described 7th St Burger as a solid (7/10) fast-casual smash burger, appreciating that it wasn't overly greasy."
Neutral"User recommends 7th Street Burger for no wait, multiple locations, and a greasier burger with better fries than implied alternatives."
Positive"User suggests 7th Street Burger."
Positive"User mentions 7th Street Burger as a quality benchmark, suggesting Hamburger America is of similar burger quality."
Neutral"User strongly advises against 7th Street Burger, calling it a McDonald's burger with extra grease."
Negative"User recommends 7th Street Burger as an alternative to Hamburger America."
Positive"User describes 7th Street Burger as a 'shitty burger'."
Negative"User would rather go to 7th Street Burger for a smash burger compared to Hamburger America."
Positive"User describes 7th Street Burger as 'literally just a grease burger' and strongly advises OP against going there."
Negative"User finds 7th Street Burger a consistently better version of a smash burger, readily available in multiple neighborhoods, compared to Hamburger America."
Positive"User suggests 7th Street Burger as a better alternative."
Positive"User found 7th Street Burger to be flavorless and just taste of grease, despite the hype surrounding it."
Negative"User states 7th Street Burger (and Gotham) are superior to Hamburger America."
Positive"User criticizes 7th Street Burger for being simultaneously greasy and dry, and for the meager amount of onion."
Negative"User found 7th Street Burger greasy and unremarkable, suitable for 'broke teens.'"
Negative"User calls 7th Street Burger 'absolute garbage,' suggesting they only exist due to being cheap."
Negative"User suggests 7th Street Burger as a burger option."
Positive"The author finds 7th St Burger (and Hamburger America) to offer generic smash burgers with no personality or special qualities."
Negative"A commenter listed 7th Street Burger as a suggested burger option for the picky eater."
Positive"Recommends 7th st burger."
Positive"Reviewer suggests replacing 7th St Burger with Hamburger America or Smacking Burger, noting that 7th Street has mixed reviews nowadays."
Negative"Praises 7th Street Burger, stating it 'owns' especially for the price of $6.50."
Positive"Categorizes 7th St burger positively within the smash and casual burger style."
Positive"Groups 7th Street Burger with other slightly overrated NYC chains that are particularly appealing when drunk and nearby."
Neutral"Criticizes 7th Street Burger for not offering lettuce and tomato on their burgers."
Negative"Had a very good 7th Street burger experience while drunk on the UWS."
Positive"Finds 7th Street Burger good but excessively greasy, ultimately preferring Shake Shack."
Neutral"Believes 7th Street Burger was once great but has become extremely middling, suggesting alternatives for a late-night smashburger."
Negative"Suggests 7th Street Burger earns its high rating when consumed while drunk in the LES, but considers it merely decent when sober."
Neutral"Expresses distrust in the publication's list because it previously gave 7th Street Burger a high rating (8.6), implying the burger is overrated."
Negative"A commenter compared Swoony's burger to 7th Street Burger, suggesting the latter offers better value while still being tasty."
Positive"7th Street Burger is a more casual option."
Neutral"7th street is better"
Positive"Seventh street burger is the best burger restaurant."
Positive"User is surprised 7th Street Burger wasn't rated higher by the original poster and suggests comparing it to Gotham Burger next time."
Positive"Original poster reaffirms enjoying the $10 burger from 7th Street Burger more than their disappointing $32 sandwich experience at Katz's."
Positive"User finds the original poster's rating of 7th Street Burger above Katz's Deli amusing."
Neutral"Original poster describes 7th Street Burger as average, compensated for by homemade sauce."
Neutral"User compliments the original poster for having good taste as a tourist, specifically mentioning 7th Street Burger."
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