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Rhode Island's Five Best Burger Joints

8/27/2018

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Anthony Faccenda

From the quality of the meat to the freshness of the bun, a lot goes into crafting the perfect burger. For some folks it's "the simpler the better," while others prefer creative burgers with a variety of toppings. 
And let's not forget the all-important bun to meat ratio. These five burger joints have turned burger making into an art form and put everyone else to shame. Keep reading to see if your favorite burger place made the list.  ​

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​Crazy Burger
114 Boon Street, Narragansett

A summertime favorite amongst beachgoers, Crazy Burger Café and Juice Bar offers an enormous menu for carnivores and vegans alike. From the classic Plain and Simple Burger to the exotic Mahi Mahi Taco Burger, this BYOB eatery features dozens of delicious beef, chicken, turkey and vegan burger options, as well as tasty fresh sides like balsamic bean salad, roasted vegetable salad, and Irish poundies.

Expert pick: Fire "Works" Burger with sweet potato fries

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​Stanley's Famous Burgers
535 Dexter Street, Central Falls

If you're a fan of classic diner menus and cozy atmospheres, Stanley's Famous Burgers is a must. Featuring old-fashioned counter stools and retro décor, this cheap eats favorite has been serving up classic slider-style burgers for over 85 years. In addition to 20 burger options, Stanley's offers seafood, sandwiches, salads, shakes, and floats. 

Expert pick: Original Stanley Burger with Quebec-style fries
Blackie's Bull Dog Tavern
181 Washington Highway, Smithfield

Known for its quality and creative food and drink options, this trendy northern Rhode Island restaurant features some of the juiciest burgers around made with a combination of freshly ground LaFrieda brisket and chuck. In addition to seven delicious full-size burger options, Blackie's Bull Dog Tavern also offers Cheeseburger Rangoon, which combines a cheeseburger and fries into a bite-sized treat. Health conscious folks are also in luck because Blackie's offers both gluten-free and paleo menus.

Expert pick: The Don with hand-cut fries.
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​The Abbey
686 Admiral Street, Providence

A Wanskuck area mainstay, The Abbey offers a vast selection of burgers and beers all in a friendly pub-style atmosphere. A great spot for budget-minded patrons, The Abbey has great specials, including "$5 Mondays" where you can a five-ounce classic burger with lettuce, tomato, and cheese for just five bucks. And what's more, you can also get a bucket of Miller Lite (five bottles) for $14 on Mondays. Make sure to try the homemade chips.

Expert pick: The Wild 'Shroom Burger with Rogue Dead Guy Ale
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THE WINNER

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Harry's Burger Bar
Four locations in Providence, Lincoln, and Newport

Open until 1 a.m. on weeknight's and 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, Harry's Burger Bar offers late-night comfort food in a fun atmosphere. Aside from offering fresh ground beef sliders, Harry's drink menu touts over 50 craft brew and spiked shake options. Harry's burgers have been recognized by Zagat, AOL, and CNN to name a few.

Expert pick: M.O.A.B. (Mother of All Burgers) with haystack onion rings



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