It all started in Hamburg…

The original hamburger probably started as a German Frikadelle.

Hamburg based sailors would cook some meat patties with leftover minced meat and breadcrumbs.

Bread was initially served on the side with potatoes and pickles. Only at the end of the 19th century, early 20th century started to appear the burger we know of today stacked in between 2 slices of a bun, and topped with lettuce, sauce, onions, pickles and often bacon strips and sliced cheese.

An American Classic

The invention of the meat grinder has most probably accelerated the mass appeal for the original Hamburg steak, gradually leaving behind its German roots in the minds of many Americans. It also enabled them to get a full meal on the go especially after White Castle and McDonald popularized this dish.

Today this is the icon of American fast food but it is also revisited and enhanced by famous chefs the world over. Enjoy your burger with sizzling French fries and sweet and sour pickles – you don’t need the excuse of the 4th of July national day BBQ party to do so. And if you are vegetarian you can easily find today some fish or veggie options next to the minced meat patty…

Best Hamburger in the United States

1/ Big Al’s Burgers 

Adress: 185 E 300 S, Kanab, UT 84741, United States

Opening hours: 10 am – 9 pm / Close on Sunday

Phone: +1 435-644-8170 

2/ Burger & Lobster 

Adress: 39 W 19th St, New York, NY 10011, United States

Opening hours:  11.30 am – 11 pm

Phone: +1 646-833-7532