Burger Day is the perfect excuse to mark the places where the bite truly gets the respect it deserves. From a classic patty in a soft bun to indulgent versions with cheeses, bacon, truffles or aged beef, these are 10 stops that put the burger back at the center of the table. The selection is based on strong, beloved and sought-after spots on Ontopo, the kind worth opening your calendar for and booking a table.
And in practice, what’s worth knowing
| Number | Restaurant name | Style | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A.K.A | Food bar, sliders and drinks | Tel Aviv |
| 2 | Porter Sons | Meat, beer and burgers | Tel Aviv |
| 3 | Hudson Lilienblum | Steakhouse and meat burgers | Tel Aviv |
| 4 | Dixie Tel Aviv | Classic American diner | Tel Aviv |
| 5 | Prozdor | Creative burgers | Tel Aviv |
| 6 | M25 | Meat from the market, classic burger | Tel Aviv |
| 7 | Marlen Giv’atayim | Diner-brasserie and burgers | Giv’atayim |
| 8 | Cult Ashdod | Burgers, drinks and music | Ashdod |
| 9 | Burger Saloon Petah Tikva | American diner, farm-sourced meat | Petah Tikva |
| 10 | Paris Texas Netanya | Kosher burgers and steakhouse | Netanya |
A.K.A: The Slider Worth Saving Room For
A.K.A on Nahalat Binyamin in Tel Aviv is the kind of place that knows how to blend precise vibe, good drinks and food that arrives with presence, and its slider is exactly the kind that explains why the name is already making the rounds in the city. It’s a small bite only in appearance, because in practice it has everything you need to properly open your appetite or close an indulgent corner next to your cocktail.
🍔 Our recommendation: The slider is exactly the choice for those who prefer to start small, and then quickly realize you probably should have ordered another one.
Porter Sons: The Burger for Beer Lovers
Porter Sons in Tel Aviv is a veteran and beloved institution of meat and beer, with character, depth and plenty of reasons to stay for another round, especially if you like your burger served with a good drink on the side. The menu features large burgers in a bun, and also an intriguing version with no bun at all.
🍔 Our recommendation: Actually the Saint-Maure burger, served on ciabatta and coated in rich cheese fondue. Add a beer on the side, and you have a meal that closes the corner very nicely.
Hudson Lilienblum: When Steakhouse Meets Burger
Hudson Lilienblum brings to the heart of Tel Aviv the precise, meaty and more polished side of the burger world, with a steakhouse experience that’s clearly felt even when ordering a burger. This is the place for those who like their burger rich, meticulous and with a real presence of quality meat.
🍔 Our recommendation: The butcher’s beef burger, and if you’ve already arrived in indulgent mode, give it a boost with cheddar or onion and spicy chili.
Dixie: Stepping Into an American Atmosphere
Dixie in Tel Aviv is the kind of place that has long become part of the landscape, and rightfully so: a veteran American-Tel Avivian institution that knows how to deliver steaks, vibe, and a burger that holds up the reputation well. There’s something slightly nostalgic here but not tired, the kind that still knows how to deliver a rich and very satisfying bite.
🍔 Our recommendation: The 4-cheese beef burger that comes with bacon chips and cheese sauce, and it’s exactly the choice for those who didn’t come to play it safe.
Prozdor: More Than One Way to Build a Bite
Prozdor in Tel Aviv is exactly the place for those not just looking for a good patty, but a burger with character. The menu offers quite a few variations with amusing names like “Onion Champion” and “Don’t Order,” alongside sauces, toppings and an atmosphere that knows how to easily shift from a relaxed lunch to a slightly wilder evening.
🍔 Our recommendation: The double burger “Don’t Show Off,” with garlic mayo, cheddar, gouda, bacon, pickled onion and potato chips that add a crispy twist between the buns.
M25: From Market to Plate, No Shortcuts
M25, at both its locations, brings to the burger world the approach that made it such a strong name among meat lovers: excellent raw materials, minimal fuss, and maximum confidence in what happens on the grill. Whether sitting in the Carmel Market alley or stopping by M25 Brodetsky, this is a place where the burger feels like a natural continuation of a home that truly understands meat.
🍔 Our recommendation: Go for the classic burger – 220 grams of quality beef, with aioli, lettuce and tomato served with chips or potatoes on the side.
Marlen Giv’atayim: The Burger with an Elegant Touch
Marlen Giv’atayim manages to connect diner and brasserie without too much noise, with burgers that have both precision and a wink, in a relaxed space that works for both lunch and evening. There’s a slightly more polished atmosphere here than usual, but still very fun for dining.
🍔 Our recommendation: The truffle burger with truffle aioli, grilled mushrooms and parmesan, for those who want a slightly more elegant bite but still indulgent and full of good things.
Cult Ashdod: Minimalism That Works Hard
Cult in Ashdod plays on the line between burgers, drinks and good music, with an urban and relaxed atmosphere that feels like a complete night out and not just a stop for a snack. There’s a clean approach here that lets the meat speak without too many distractions.
🍔 Our recommendation: The smash burger with Cult aioli, chopped onion, gouda and cornichons on the side, is the best way to understand the place’s vibe from the very first bite.
Burger Saloon Petah Tikva: From Farm to Bun
Burger Saloon Petah Tikva leans on a direct line from Limousine’s meat to the plate, with tahini made on-site, buns baked at the location and an American diner atmosphere without unnecessary frills. This is a place for meat lovers who appreciate a classic done right.
🍔 Our recommendation: Wild cheese, and preferably don’t stop there. Adding smoked asado will turn this into a much more serious bite.
Paris Texas Netanya: The Kosher Burger Aiming High
The Netanya branch of Paris Texas brings a kosher version of the brand that has already built a loyal following, with aged beef, fresh tahini and a style that maintains both steakhouse vibe and a direct, indulgent bite as it should be. It’s a very intriguing addition to the local scene, especially for those looking for a kosher burger that doesn’t feel like a compromise.
🍔 Our recommendation: The butcher’s beef burger, or the smash burger with vegan cheddar and onion, if you’re in the mood for something sharp, juicy and a bit messier in the good sense.
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