Best Burgers in Perth: Delicious Burgers You Need to Try
The place to be for burger enthusiasts. These are the 10 best burgers in Perth right now.
Not long ago, Perth’s burger scene was in dire need of an upgrade, but now it’s thriving with flavour and creativity. The smashburger craze is here to stay, complemented by a deep-rooted love for fried chicken. Top burger joints are elevating the experience with signature milkshakes and spice levels that will tantalise your taste buds.
Whether you’re in the mood for classic comfort or adventurous flavours, there’s a perfect combo waiting for you. So gather your burger-loving crew and dive into the delicious offerings that are the best burgers in Perth—follow it up with a visit to one of the city’s vibrant bars for the ultimate night out!
3230 Smoke + Grill
Home to some of the best burgers in Perth, this joint invites you to stack it your way! Whether it's smoked, grilled chicken, beef, pulled pork, or even a meat-free patty, the options are endless at 3230 Smoke + Grill. Amp it up with mouth-watering add-ons like mac 'n' cheese or tender beef brisket—there’s no limit! Not a burger lover? Dive into crispy fried wings or tender thighs. With these flavours, every bite feels like a flavour-packed adventure.
6/875 Beeliar Drive, Jandakot
Vice Burger
Tucked inside Northbridge’s Neon Palms, Vice Burger brings Miami’s sleek, sun-soaked vibes to Perth’s burger scene. This isn’t your typical burger joint—expect fresh, clean bites with a Latin-American twist. Their mean Frita Burger and Cubano Sandwich are Miami staples that shine with flavour. From flame-grilled Buffalo Chicken to the plant-based Mushroom Burger with chimichurri and vegan brioche, there's something for every craving.
Pair your burger with loaded fries or tacos, and let the flavours keep you going all night long. Vice Burger is the ultimate spot for delicious, fresh burgers in Perth served with a side of flair.
Located inside Neon Palms, 245 William Street, Northbridge
Two Stacks
Tucked away in the iconic Sunshine Harvester Building, Two Stacks is a burger bar in Fremantle that knows how to elevate your fried chicken burger experience.
With a focused menu of delicious stacks, their burgers in general are nothing short of exceptional. Try the chipotle cheese smash, featuring double smashed patties, cheese, jalapeños, and chipotle mayo, all on a fluffy potato bun.
For chicken lovers, the Nashville-style hot chicken sandwich delivers a spicy kick with slaw and ranch sauce. With options for all tastes, this spot is a must-visit for the best burgers in Perth.
The Sunshine Harvester Works, 1 James Street, Fremantle
Drasko's Hot Chicken
Drasko's Hot Chicken has taken Perth by storm since its debut, celebrated for its signature Nashville-style fried chicken sandwich. Tender breast fillet nestled in a fresh, woodfired bun comes alive with pickles, crunchy coleslaw, and a tangy comeback sauce—a delightful Southern blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, and chilli that seeps into the bread for an unforgettable bite. With all ingredients sourced from WA and everything made in-house, it’s no wonder chicken aficionados flock here for this juicy, spicy delight. For the ultimate fried chicken burger, Drasko’s is a must-visit!
148 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn
Short Order Burgers
...except your order here will be anything but! Say hello to Short Order Burgers, with spots in the city, Fremantle, and Baldivis, and a menu stacked with beef and chicken burgers. The namesake burger is a classic: beef, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, and their signature Short Order Sauce. The thick, juicy patties and fresh toppings speak for themselves. Feeling bold? Go for a double. For heat lovers, the Fiery Short Order Burger, packed with jalapenos and sriracha mayo, is a flavour explosion in every bite.
800 Hay Street, Perth
3 William Street, Fremantle
9/61 Makybe Drive, Baldivis
Hellburger
The quality at Hellburger is hard to match. The smash patties are made from grass fed local beef, full of flavour and crispy around the edges, paired with a bun so soft it practically melts in your mouth. And if you’re a fried chicken girlie, you won’t be disappointed with the buttermilk fried chicken thigh burger, served with Hell’s special burger sauce. Feeling extra indulgent? We never leave without ordering the cheesy loaded fries.
80 Scarborough Beach Road, Scarborough
Hoodburger
Burger fans can find one of the best burgers in Perth at Hoodburger’s restaurants dotted all around town. In addition to the beloved and hard-to-fault cheeseburgers, find a hot chicken tender sandwich, some of the most delicious mash and gravy you’ll ever eat, and more, on the menu.
Duncraig, Northbridge, Inglewood, Applecross, Mandurah
Compton Burgers
They’re all about the smashed beef patty at Compton Burgers, a Perth favourite slinging next-level American-style burgers endorsed by none other than Coolio himself. The burgers are massive, juicy and delicious, the soft potato buns perfectly toasted and the portions incredibly generous.
Stand outs have got to be the beast that is the ‘Biggie-Cheese’ (that includes a juicy beef smashed pattie AND a chicken tender, double American cheese and stuffed with fries) and the ‘Old Skool’ burger, stacked with six rashers of bacon. These guys now do BYO, too.
196 Stirling Street, Perth
Patty Whack Burger Shack
Patty Whack are the new kids on the CBD block, and they’re serving up serious burger goodness. The best-selling Patty Whack Original is a must-try for cheeseburger fans, with a juicy beef patty, cheese, pillowy potato bun, and irresistible ‘patty whack’ sauce.
Their fried chicken burger is another standout burger in Perth, boasting a crazy crunch, juicy bite, and perfect seasoning. Don’t miss the loaded fries either—topped with mushroom sauce, grilled onions, or kransky, they’re a side you won’t want to skip.
Shop 3/142-150 Murray Street, Perth
Milky Lane
Next time you need to treat yourself (and yes, it’s a need), head to Milky Lane at Elizabeth Quay. This fun spot in the heart of the city serves up outrageous burgers, loaded fries, and over-the-top desserts.
Try the ‘Big Poppa’ burger with double beef patties, crispy maple bacon, a mozzarella patty, BBQ brisket, and more. Or go for the Mexican loaded fries, topped with spicy chilli con carne, melted cheese, guacamole, and corn chips—flavour-packed indulgence at its finest.
For dessert, don’t miss the loaded shakes or the jaw-dropping Caramilk and Biscoff cookie dough skillets. Need we say more?
1 Barrack Square, Perth
Bad Love Burger Co
We've got nothing but love for Bad Love Burger Co, a trendy West Leederville joint known for serving top-tier burgers in Perth every time. If stacked burgers are your thing, you’re in for a treat—every burger comes as a double (with single and triple options on request). Choose from the Signature Smash (with crispy edges) or the OKLA-Smash (thicker with onions).
The menu offers classics like the beefy ‘Classic’ with cheese and pickles, or more adventurous bites like the ‘Smoking Chick’ with crispy fried chicken and chipotle mayo.
3 & 4, 39 Harrogate Street, West Leederville
Varsity
Varsity has been serving up mouth-watering burgers in Perth for a decade. Starting in Nedlands, they’ve expanded to five locations, including a new spot in Innaloo, earning a reputation as one of Perth’s top burger joints with a fun, energetic vibe.
Their menu ranges from classic beef burgers to creative ‘burger of the month’ specials—think Mie Goreng noodles, fried chicken, soft egg, and crispy onions. Feeling adventurous? Build your own burger with a variety of toppings and sauces. For burgers, sport, and good times, Varsity is a must.
Various locations around Perth
The Local Bird
Bird is the word at this trendy Tuart Hill burger spot, and they’re all about chicken and burgers that will have your taste buds singing. The coating on The Local Bird's fried chicken is impossibly crunchy, tender and moreish, and their beef smashburgers are not for the faint-hearted.
Most burgers come dripping in American cheese on a soft, toasty potato bun, but you can always level-yours up however you see fit. Go spicy, make it a double or add popcorn chicken. Whatever you do, bring your appetite.
91 Wanneroo Road, Tuart Hill
From the most pillowy of buns, to the very best smash burgers, fried chicken and Aussie-accented heavy hitters, now's the time to grab your stretchy pants and get ready to sink your teeth into some of Perth's seriously good burgers. While you're at it, tee up your next dinner date, with our round up of the best new restaurants in Perth, and the best bars to scope out this weekend.
