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- 1. Joe Beez (456 Broadway in Kingston)
With a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating, Joe Beez in Kingston is known primarily for its bold, beefy and affordably priced burger options. Varieties include the Big Ben Rothlisburger (three burger patties with American cheese, lettuce, bacon, swiss cheese, ham, pepper jack cheese, cheddar cheese, capicola, and jalapeños), the Jimmy Buffett (two grilled burgers with onions, peppers, mushrooms, bacon, cheddar, Swiss, lettuce, tomatoes and thousand island dressing) and the Mack (burger with turkey, bacon, muenster cheese, hot sauce, lettuce and ranch).
Chicken and roast beef sandwiches are also available. For more information, visit the website.
- 2. Shindig (1 Tinker Street in Woodstock)
If you’re a fan of burgers made with organic and locally-sourced ingredients, stop by Shindig, which serves up countless seasonal favorites in Woodstock. With a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating, Shindig also provides a large list of craft and local beers, wines and ciders.
Savory burger options include the classic Shindig Burger (Hereford beef, Vermont cheddar, romaine, onion chutney, grilled tomato and house smoky sauce) and the Farmhouse Burger (Hereford beef, cheddar, bacon, arugula, sriracha aioli and a sunny egg). Vegetarian options are also available, such as the Byrdhouse Burger (brown rice and beet veggie burger with romaine, tomato, garlic and chive yogurt sauce).
For more information, visit the website.
- 3. The Dutch Ale House (255 Main Street in Saugerties)
Another staple burger joint in Ulster County is the Dutch Ale House in Saugerties, which earned a 4/5-star rating on Yelp. Serving a wide array of gourmet beef and lamb burgers, the Dutch Ale House boasts seasonal ingredients and specialty sides. Try popular selections like the Blue Burger (smoked blue cheese, caramelized onions, applewood bacon and balsamic reduction on a brioche bun) or the Lamb Burger (house spiced lamb, provolone, tomato, mint, basil and smoked chili mayo on a brioche bun).
Of course, burgers can also be customized to your liking, even with gluten-free and/or vegan options. For more information, visit the website.
- 4. Chops Grille (33 John Street in Kingston)
Chops Grille in Kingston offers a series of hearty burgers crafted with the attention to detail of an authentic steakhouse. With a 4/5-star Yelp rating, Chops Grille has become known not just for its steak but for its signature burgers like the Behemoth Burger (burger topped with a quarter-pound of bacon, caramelized onions and sharp cheddar) and the One-Eyed Jack (burger topped with one egg over easy, beefsteak tomato, frizzled jalapeños and pepper jack cheese).
For more information, visit the Facebook page.
- 5. Tubby’s (586 Broadway in Kingston)
Tubby’s is known for offering a little bit of everything, from freshly crafted burgers to a rotating beer list, live music and more. With a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating, Tubby’s food is made with locally-sourced ingredients to provide a sustainable and delicious array of burgers, sandwiches and more. Popular options include the Tubby’s Skinny Burger (4 oz. grass-fed local beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion and house pickles on a Martin's potato roll) and The Katy (grilled organic chicken with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickled jalapeños, avocado and chipotle mayo sauce).
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are also available. For more information, visit the website.
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