50 Best Burger Restaurants near East York

“Do yourself a favour and get the maple bacon onion smash burger, and make it a double! Incredible flavour, and the smash burgers were perfectly crispy around the edges, and basically melt in your mouth.
Service was also top-notch! Friendly and fast (even though everything was made fresh) - we waited only 15 minutes for two burgers and an order of fries. We’ll definitely be back again!“

“Got the beef brisket burger with fries and their in-house Slayer Lager. About $25 out the door. A cute little robot brang the food to my table. The brisket was thick, juicy, tender and pulled apart like butter. It was so fulling I could not eat all the fries. The fries came with house-made chipotle sauce and it was de-licious. Well worth the price.“

“came to local the other day with my family and had the pleasure of being served by Maria! She was so pleasant, efficient and let us know immediately about the new menu items! We tried the steak and dumplings and loved them! Thank you Maria!!“

“We had a large party to celebrate our daughter’s engagement to her fiancé last weekend with well over 80 people to feed. The food from Skara was on time, hot and delicious! Our guests kept asking us where the delicious gyros was from. Skara! I would highly recommend Skara for your catering needs. I will definitely continue to use them. #bestgyros #skaracatering #catering #partyfood“

“For your best hamburger experience, Duffy’s drive-in will make your taste buds go totally crazy. It’s a moment that you can enjoy quietly while your meal is absolutely awesome. If there is anything to add, it’s that the moment to enjoy the moment with a good meal.“

“It was delicious 🤤 yummy yummy # 😃😃😃super duper # mood changing # I am loving it and will visit again for sure . 👍👍👍👍“

“The High Priest and Chile Fries are delicious 🍔🍟🥤“

“Adi was very attentive throughout our visit. She frequently visited our table and made sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable. She was soooo nice and was great to talk to between bites. The food was amazing like always and we’ll be sure to keep coming back“

“Super friendly staff and great food!“

“Great chicken wings and having a pool table is a great addon will defiently be back“

“My family and I really enjoyed the burgers here. Alot of burger places tend to over salt their patties, this wasn't the case these ones were juicy, and had very good beefy flavor, only grip was it's a bit messy in terms of structure, (great to dip your ir fries in though )

The fresh cut fries were really good , great portions too.
We had two burgers, and shared a side of fries and it fed two adults and one child. The Value in a there

I don't know if the cashier at the time was the manager, but regardless very knowledgeable, told us what he likes and what we could change on the burger, he was patient.

Well kept, no garbage or clutter by the used tray are/ garbage bins

Their cookie was good too ! Home made chocolate chip just to satisfy a small sweet tooth craving“

“Just had a great experience eating at the new Burger’s Priest in Pickering @ Pickering Town Centre! Great food, great service on their busy soft openings. You’ll definitely see me again!“

“In one word...delicious The sad part.... difficult to find a parking“

“Excellent and pleasant counter service. Wait time for our order was reasonable as well. The original burger did not disappoint however we made the mistake of ordering doubles and they were a little too substantial to finish so next time it will be singles. Onion rings stellar and cheesy fries pretty good too. Banana desert was a not bad but I think next time the lemon tart looks like a less rich and sweet option which might be a bit more doable after a single burger. Location is good proximity to Bud stage and Coca Cola coliseum.“

“Firefly Burger Toronto absolutely exceeded my expectations. From the moment you walk in, the vibe feels modern yet welcoming, and the staff greet you with genuine warmth. But the real magic starts with the food.

The burgers are on another level … juicy, perfectly cooked patties loaded with fresh toppings that burst with flavour in every bite. The Firefly sauce is addictive, striking the perfect balance of tangy and savory, while the Kamikaze Burger takes things up a notch with a bold, fiery kick for spice lovers. The buns are soft but hold everything together, and you can taste the quality of the ingredients.

The portions are generous, the presentation is sharp, and every burger feels crafted with care rather than rushed out. Fries and sides come hot, crispy, and seasoned just right … the perfect companion to the main star.

Toronto has no shortage of burger spots, but Firefly sets itself apart by combining premium taste, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere. Whether you’re a classic burger fan or looking to try something creative and daring, this place delivers.

Highly recommended & easily one of the best burger experiences in the city!“

“My husband and I were on our honeymoon last week and decided to try The Burgers Priest. We were so blessed to be served by a man named Steven. Not only was he super friendly and patient while we tried to decide what we wanted...but once he found out we were on our honeymoon he went out of his way to make us feel at home. He was happy to hear that people are still willing to take honeymoons and to see true love. I swear he was the friendliest person we met and he blessed us so much this visit. Anyone who is served by him is a lucky person :) keep it up Steven! The world needs more people like you!“

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I had an amazing experience at A&W in the Eaton Centre food court! Manpreet Kaur gave me the best service — she was friendly, quick, and made sure my order was perfect. It’s rare to see such a positive attitude and genuine care in a busy food court, but she made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Thank you, Manpreet, for your excellent service! 👏“

“Great Service & Budget-Friendly Prices!
Had a lovely experience at this restaurant. The service was really good—staff were friendly and attentive throughout. The food was tasty and, best of all, very reasonably priced. A great spot if you're looking for quality meals on a budget. Will definitely visit again!“

“Tasty burger gluten free bun was descent. Have yet to find an awesome GF bun.“

“Friendly service. Good food. Can smell the old grease, though.
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EDIT: Sadly, after getting home with the food, we discovered that one of the burgers did not get the extra pickles we requested, and the fries were pretty much all the wimpy little ends after eating the top layer of full-sized fries. That's just not cool.

Next time, I'll listen to my nose.“

“Delicious food!!! Must try…“

“The food is very fresh with real meat and lots of fresh veggies. They even sell vegan burgers, Lightlife Burgers overall experience, excellent. 5 0ut 5“

“10/10 drive-thru experience. Wish I remembered to grab the name of the wonderful lady, she was funny, in good spirits, and easily understanding of everything requested. Will be back and asking for the name of the lady to ensure she gets the recognition as the iconic figure she is“

“I visited Kathy's Grill for the first time a few days ago after having lived in the neighbourhood for the past year. Had I ventured in earlier instead of over patronizing my local Timmy's, KFC, Harvey's etc then I would have discovered the best chicken souvlaki dinner that I've ever had.“

“This is an extraordinary, authentic charbroiled burger experience. This establishment has some of the best burgers and steak sandwiches I have had the pleasure of eating and the staff keep prices incredibly fair.

I woukd highly recommend Johnny's to anyone who would listen.“

“It's a great place, I think it's maybe some dollars above for what they offer, but the sizes are convenient.“

“The sousis bandari is absolutely delicious! 👌🏻“

“We enjoyed our meal but ... a bit too much salt on my burger. And just two very thin onion slices! But yes, I'd return. Our server was very nice.“

“The kindest people work here. I ordered for pick up and accidentally placed my order for the Bathurst location because I'm an idiot. The kind person working behind the counter DROVE TO THE BATHURST LOCATION, picked up my order and brought it to me at their Bloor location. SO NICE. And the burger was incredibly delicious! Thank you!“

“Suk was very friendly and offered great service. The drive-through was quite dark though, and the signage wasn’t illuminated so we weren’t sure it was even open. A few more lights along the drive-through route would be appreciated so the patrons feel safer and more welcome.“

“This was the best juicy burger I have ever had in the heart of Kensington Market. Nothing else compares to their delicious hamburger. Great, ambience, staff who were so friendly. I can't wait to come back!“

“I’m a vegan visiting Toronto and dropped by Soy Boys on my last night in town. I ordered their single cheeseburger with waffle fries. Wow. That was a good vegan burger. Now I wish I’d visited the restaurant on my first night as I’m not sure I’d have ordered from many other places.“

“This place is generous and delicious.“

“Amazing Interesting burger choices were so yummy and huge.“

“Hands down the BEST Burger in the city. Whenever I get the urge for a berg its hard to top my own,, A big pain in the arse. BUT no more!! Because Yonge Burger is is the best of the best Burg's in Toronto! French fries, onion rings are delicious too. Also, you can't beat the price. Also Quality & Service is outstanding.“

“Oh my God!!!! Wow! Wife and I honeymooned in Toronto July 2025, we went to Rudy as per a good friends recommendation. Well slap me silly BEST BURGER I have EVER had in my life!! It’s now November and I’m still fantasizing about the burger!
They need to come to Newfoundland!
I am not even kidding but if you’re in Toronto you absolutely NEED to try this place! It’ll change your life! 10/10“

“Harvey’s is hands-down the best spot for lunch! The food is always fresh and delicious, but what really makes this location stand out is the amazing staff. Everyone who works here is so kind, friendly, and welcoming—it truly makes the whole experience better every time I visit.“

“I stopped by Mama’s Boys Burgers for lunch today with my coworker, and we were both seriously impressed. We ordered the American Signature Burger, and it did not disappoint. The burger was incredibly juicy, the lettuce was fresh and crunchy, the bacon was cooked perfectly.

On top of the great food, the staff and chef were extremely welcoming, and genuinely friendly. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Just found on Uber looking for a burger and I’m 65 and it was best burger ever !!!!delivered all the way to North Oshawa 10/10“

“Came late on a Tuesday night (ordered pick up through Uber). Not only was the food delicious, made to order with special requests actioned accordingly, and incredibly fresh tasting - the staff working were pleasant, efficient, AND went above and beyond by adding a nice note on the food bag and wrapping my drinks with plastic wrap to avoid spillage - which I didn't ask for, but very much appreciated!

I was incredibly impressed all around!“

“Nice atmosphere, excellent service and delicious food.“

“Park Burger 5/5 - Smashed, crispy outside and juicy burgers inside. Fresh veggies in. No extra sauce needed. Pure meaty flavor. Had to eat a second double patty burger after the flavor kick.

Spicy Chiken Burger - 4.5/5 - mildly spicy, saucy, sweet and sour. Perfect flavor differential to the smashed burger. Would definitely recommended but only after the smashed burger.

Yukon Gold fries with their sauce, a perfect blend.

Only complaint which is at best a personal remark, the chairs are a bit short to sit in.

Would go again, would definitely recommend. Full menu is halal. Only good after thoughts.“

“This is easily the best fast food spot downtown for me. The food is always hot and fresh, not like other places serving cold fries that’ve been sitting around and charge $16 for a combo

Prices are good compared to other fast food joints, but what keeps me coming back is how clean they are and how serious they are about food safety.

They wash their hands a lot, which I notice since I’m super germ-conscious. Only one time, I had to call out a guy who handled cash and then started packing food without washing his hands after. It seemed weird because I’d seen him wash his hands a few times before and after using the POS (no cash) while I was waiting to order.

Anyway, please keep up the hand-washing; it really stands out and matters to people like me who’ll ditch a place over one cross-contamination issue.

The workers are also nice and polite. This location is great and other franchises could learn a thing or two from them. 👍🏼“

“The food tasted great (hamburger)
Staff were friendly
Atmosphere is nice and old school
the only reason I didn't gave 5 stars was that the person who was making my order didn't have gloves on and he was sneezing and coughing exactly next to their grill.“

“I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with the incredible food we ordered from John Anderson for our recent school function.

The meal was nothing short of amazing! Each dish showcased Greek flavors, and I must say, it was probably the best Greek food I have ever tasted. The portions were incredibly generous, which was perfect for our gathering.

Additionally, I would like to highlight how friendly and accommodating Tom, the owner, was throughout the process. His warm demeanor made our experience even more enjoyable.

I highly recommend John Anderson for any event or gathering. You won't be disappointed!“

“used them for a company picnic and they are amazing!! the best burger and chicken burger! brisket was melt in your mouth! so tasty! David and his staff were easy to work with. friendly and so accommodating. Highly recommend Fearless meats!“

“Amazing place for fresh and huge burgers, fresh fries and specially Oreo Cookie Milkshake made from Kawartha ice cream. Love it. Must try them.“

“Went tonight after hearing all the buzz around it, and happy to say it did not disappoint!! Got the Oklahoma smash sliders combo, the truffle mushroom sliders, the brisket Mac and cheese and one of their famous mozzarella sticks. Wow wow wow, even after taking it home everything stayed hot and fresh and totally lived up to the hype. Will definitely go back!“

“My wife and I dropped in here on whim one rainy Saturday night. The food was warm, comforting, and absolutely fantastic. Very classic diner food that is clearly prepared by hand and with care. Great for any meal.

.....the double burger is indeed not for the faint of heart as the menu says.“

“Moe's Mini HALAL Burgers is a total gem! I flew from Edmonton with the wife to try these burgers, Don't let the 'Mini' fool you—these burgers are huge on flavor. Simple, flavor, and absolutely perfect. The fries were crispy and salty, just the way I like them & the portions were properrrr. My new favorite burger spot! SPECIAL SHOUT OUT TO THE ENTIRE TEAM!! Rubina Manoj & Damodar. Excellent customer service. Hey boss, you've got some solid ones holding down the fort for ya, that's for sure! Thanks again guys! ❤️💯“