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Steakhouses are famous for their sizzling ribeyes and tender filets, but lately their burgers have been stealing the spotlight. From casual roadhouse chains to white-tablecloth icons, more and more restaurants are grinding their steak trimmings into juicy patties that rival any burger joint in town. We combed through hundreds of real diner reviews to rank the most popular steakhouse burgers you can order right now.
11. Logan’s Roadhouse – All American Cheeseburger
Logan’s classic burger gives you a choice of Swiss, American, or cheddar cheese plus all the usual toppings and a side of fries. Sounds like a decent deal, right? Unfortunately, real diners tell a different story.
Review roundups reveal wildly inconsistent execution, with many complaints about burnt patties and soggy buns. Several guests even called it the worst burger they have had compared to basic fast food. The price is appealing, but quality control seems to be a major issue across locations.
If you find yourself at Logan’s, stick with the warm rolls and steaks that actually get praise from regulars.
10. Ruth’s Chris Steak House – Ruth’s Prime Burger
Found on Ruth’s lunch menus, this hefty prime ground-beef patty comes with your choice of cheese, fresh vegetables, and hand-cut fries. The beef quality is definitely there, as you would expect from a high-end steakhouse.
However, customers report mixed experiences with temperature accuracy. Many say their medium burgers arrived well-done, which is frustrating when you are paying premium prices. The recurring complaint centers on value: diners feel it costs too much for what you actually get.
Solid flavor when cooked correctly, but inconsistency and the steep price tag keep this burger in the lower ranks.
9. Texas Roadhouse – All-American Cheeseburger
Texas Roadhouse serves up a half-pound patty topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion on what they call a Texas-sized bun. It comes with steak fries and a pickle spear, making for a seriously filling meal.
Fans love the well-seasoned, juicy patty and appreciate the generous portion for the price. Yet reviews are sharply divided: some locations only allow medium-well or well-done cooking, leading to hockey puck complaints. Others mention overly salty patties and soggy fries that drag down the experience.
Big and sometimes excellent, but too many overcooked reports to climb higher on this list.
8. LongHorn Steakhouse – LH Burger / Half-Pound Steakhouse Cheeseburger
LongHorn offers a half-pound burger topped with applewood bacon, shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and a house burger sauce on a toasted bun. Reviewers often praise the thick, juicy patty and note the good value compared with fast-food combos.
The downside? A few diners suspect the patties might be pre-formed and possibly frozen, which takes away some of the handmade charm. Some also find the flavor a bit one-note for the price, lacking the special touches that make a burger truly memorable.
A very solid choice that will not disappoint, just not quite exciting enough to reach the top tier.
7. Outback Steakhouse – The Outbacker Burger
Outback’s core burger offering is The Outbacker, a straightforward half-pound patty topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and mustard. Fans say they order it every visit and genuinely love the simple, grilled flavor that hits the spot.
On the flip side, some diners complain of dry, overcooked patties depending on the location. Outback also offers fun variations like the Bloomin’ Burger with fried onion petals and spicy sauce, which reviewers either adore or find too heavy.
A dependable classic cheeseburger at a casual steakhouse, just hope your location knows how to keep things juicy.
6. Morton’s The Steakhouse – Wagyu Smashburger
Originally launched as a 2024 promo and brought back due to popular demand, Morton’s Wagyu Smashburger stacks three Wagyu beef smash patties with caramelized onions, cheddar, pickles and Thousand Island-style special sauce on toasted brioche. Many guests call it one of the best burgers they have ever tasted, praising the rich, buttery beef and perfectly crisp edges.
Not everyone is completely sold, though. Some reviews mention that expectations were sky-high for the price, and the flavor did not quite clear that bar.
Decadent and indulgent, this special-occasion burger truly shows off steakhouse-grade beef at its finest.
5. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar – Prime Burger
Fleming’s bar menu features a Prime Burger topped with Wisconsin cheddar, peppered bacon, lettuce, red onion and Campari tomatoes, usually served with fries. TripAdvisor and Yelp reviews frequently describe it as generously sized and perfectly cooked, with some guests admitting they order it weekly via delivery.
A few detractors think it is nothing special for the price at such an upscale spot. Still, the overall sentiment leans positive, especially among happy hour regulars who appreciate the polished execution.
A well-executed classic burger that shines at the bar, more refined than casual chains ranked below it.
4. Saltgrass Steak House – Cheeseburger
Saltgrass offers burgers that vary slightly by location, but the baseline Cheeseburger features American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. Customers repeatedly praise this burger for being cooked exactly to order, with a nicely crispy bun and good beef flavor that stands out.
Some complaints do mention temperature misses, like cold or dry patties, but overall sentiment is far more positive than negative. The consistency at most locations earns this burger a spot in the upper half of our rankings.
Not flashy or fancy, just a quietly excellent classic cheeseburger, especially at locations with a strong grill team behind it.
3. Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse – JR Double Burger
The JR Double Burger stacks two 4-ounce patties from respected local butcher Avril-Bleh with bacon, American cheese, lettuce, red onion, relish and a remoulade-style sauce. Diners describe it as juicy and flavorful, with some calling it literally the best burger they or their kids have ever eaten.
Interestingly, even guests who were not thrilled with their steaks that night often rave about this burger. The only consistent complaint is that it can be messy and tastes more like a great burger joint than a white-tablecloth steakhouse.
Order the burger instead of steak here and you will likely feel like a genius.
2. Peter Luger Steak House – Luger-Burger
The iconic Luger-Burger is lunch only and uses trimmings from Peter Luger’s legendary dry-aged steaks blended with USDA Grade-A chuck. The patty weighs over half a pound and comes with optional cheese and bacon.
Critics and diners alike rave about the intensely beefy flavor and ultra-juicy texture. Reviews compare the tenderness to butter and say it barely needs toppings or steak sauce to shine. There are outlier reviews noting uneven searing or overcooked patties during busy times, but the overall consensus is extremely positive.
A bucket-list burger for true steak lovers, as long as you can snag a lunch reservation.
1. The Capital Grille – The Grille’s Signature Cheeseburger
The Capital Grille’s lone burger blends chopped sirloin with smoked bacon and sweet onions right in the patty itself. It is then topped with caramelized onions, Wisconsin Grand Cru Gruyere and a shallot aioli, typically served with truffle fries.
In aggregated reviews, it is remarkably hard to find anyone who does not like this burger. Diners praise the juicy patty and the rich but balanced combination of bacon, cheese and onions. Some even call it the Bentley of burgers or the best burger-and-fries meal they have ever had.
This is not just good for a steakhouse. It is a destination burger many guests would happily choose over a steak.
