Asheville may be known for its healthy lifestyle, but that doesn’t stop the city from offering some of the best burgers in the South. No longer a reliably monotonous choice, the burger has become the standout item at dozens of restaurants around town.
You’ll find every variety of burger imaginable in Asheville, whether it’s a classic cheeseburger at Tastee Diner or the Rhu-Burger at Rhubarb smothered with local cheese.
Here’s our fan-recommended list of the most essential burgers in Asheville.
Farm Burger Asheville
10 Patton Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
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Farm Burger has become a staple in the community, known for its fresh ingredients and joyful staff. We recommend starting with the The FB, a grass-fed beef burger topped with aged Vermont white cheddar, caramelized onions, and their zesty FB sauce. Don’t forget to include an order of their signature Parmesan fries!
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Tastee Diner
575 Haywood Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
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Located in West Asheville, Tastee Diner offers diner-style griddled patties twenty-four hours a day. Our favorites include the Lusty Burger with Lusty Monk Mustard and the classic double with cheddar cheese and caramelized onions. The diner also offers vegetarian options!
Rankin Vault Cocktail Lounge
7 Rankin Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
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Once a well-kept secret, the Rankin Vault’s burger has won award after award for the past several years. Their juicy burgers with thick cut bacon, sharp white cheddar, and special sauce create an out-of-this-world combination. Ask a local about the Rankin Vault’s burgers and they’ll likely tell you that it’s one of the best burgers they’ve ever had.
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Universal Joint
784 Haywood Rd
Asheville, NC
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Universal Joint is another West Asheville classic. Their pub-style burgers are served with your choice of fries, tater tots, slaw, or a small spinach salad. The house burger is an all-natural Angus chuck burger weighing in at a half pound.
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Rhubarb
7 SW Pack Square
Asheville, NC 28801
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Rhubarb’s Rhu Burger is smothered with your choice of Ashe County Cheddar or Gouda which transforms an already wonderful burger into a spectacularly tasty treat. The double beef and bacon patties are seared to perfection and have a unique smokey taste.
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