Food & Drink

Let’s get this patty started. These are the 9 best places to grab a burger in Columbus

Nonic, a bar that specializes in craft beer, craft cocktails and food, has recently opened in the 1200 block of Broadway.
Nonic, a bar that specializes in craft beer, craft cocktails and food, has recently opened in the 1200 block of Broadway. Special to the Ledger-Enquirer

Let’s face it. Foods that you need both hands for are the superior kind.

From backyard cookouts to fast food favorites, burgers are a favorite for many.

Burgers–thick, juicy, beef with pickles, onions, cheese and a beautiful bun topper. It’s a delicious treat, a comfort food and an American classic.

So, what places in Columbus have the best burgers? Here we go:

11th and Bay Southern Table

Umbrellas shade the patio at 11th and Bay, 1050 Bay Avenue, in Columbus, Georgia, on June 28, 2021.
Umbrellas shade the patio at 11th and Bay, 1050 Bay Avenue, in Columbus, Georgia, on June 28, 2021. Madeleine Cook mcook@ledger-enquirer.com

Where: 1050 Bay Ave Corner of 11th Street and Bay Ave, Columbus, GA 31901-2483

Rating: 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “Everything was excellent,” said Steven.

Best menu items: Soul burger

The Black Cow

The Black Cow on 12th Street has been open for nearly a decade.
The Black Cow on 12th Street has been open for nearly a decade. Chuck Williams chwilliams@ledger-enquirer.com

Where: 115 12th St, Columbus, GA 31901

Rating: 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “We had the bacon pimento cheeseburgers with jalapeño pepper jelly, fries and a side salad. The burger was amazing,” said DB.

Best menu items: Cheeseburger and steakhouse burger

The Loft

Where: 1032 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901

Rating: 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “I had a pimento Cheese Burger with their homemade pimento cheese with pepper jelly. Outstanding,” said Odi.

Best menu items: pimento cheeseburger and chicken bacon cheeseburger

Cafe Le Rue

Café Le Rue is located in The Landings in Columbus, Georgia.
Café Le Rue is located in The Landings in Columbus, Georgia. Mike Haskey mhaskey@ledger-enquirer.com

Where: The Landings, 2523 Airport Thruway, Columbus, GA 31904

Rating: 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “My son had the burger and said that it was the best that he has ever eaten,” said Dana.

Best menu items: Cajun burger

Mark’s City Grill

Where: 7160 Moon Rd Suite C, Columbus, GA 31909

Rating: 4/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “If you’re looking for a great burger you have to try the bacon pimento burger you won’t be disappointed,” said Staley.

Best menu items: bacon pimento cheeseburger and buffalo burger

Country’s Barbecue

Where: 3137 Mercury Dr, Columbus, GA 31906

Rating: 4/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “I had a Hawaiian burger and it was delicious,” said Sophie.

Best menu items: Angus burger

Nonic Bar & Kitchen

Nonic, a bar that specializes in craft beer, craft cocktails and food, has recently opened in the 1200 block of Broadway.
Nonic, a bar that specializes in craft beer, craft cocktails and food, has recently opened in the 1200 block of Broadway. Special to the Ledger-Enquirer

Where: 1239 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901

Rating: 4.5/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “The true highlight of my visit was the Donut Burger. I had heard so much about it and it did not disappoint. The combination of the sweet doughnut bun and savory patty with all the toppings was a taste explosion in my mouth,” said Wesle.

Best menu items: donut burger and apple butter burger

The Cannon Brewpub

Where: 1041 Broadway, Columbus, GA 31901

Rating: 4/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “Good brews and burgers,” said Hale.

Best menu items: cannon burger and cannon bacon cheeseburger

Houlihan’s Restaurant

Where: DoubleTree Hotel, 5351 Sidney Simons Blvd, Columbus, GA 31904

Rating: 4/5 stars on Tripadvisor

Review: “Delicious food,” said Cathy.

Best menu items: Kansas City burger

This story was originally published April 4, 2023 at 12:30 PM.

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Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
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