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Five Brisbane burgers that deserve the mess
Five burger stops where neatness is less important than the next bite.
A good burger has no interest in preserving dignity. It should require both hands, several napkins and a temporary willingness to stop talking.
Five burger stops where neatness is less important than the next bite. These five stops belong together because each approaches the theme differently, giving the story contrast rather than five versions of the same recommendation.
01 · Brisbane, Queensland
Hashtag Burgers & Waffles
The story begins with Hashtag Burgers & Waffles. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual weekend lunches, serious shake cravings, and dining out with dogs..
I have picked up many milkshakes over the years, but rarely one that comes with a long metal spoon as standard equipment. At HASH TAG Burgers & Waffles on Stewart Place in Ashgrove, that spoon is an essential tool. Their Nutella Shake is easily the thickest thickshake I have come across, blended creamy with soft serve and packed with extra Nutella chunks.
HASH TAG Burgers & Waffles in Ashgrove hits the mark for casual comfort dining, pairing spoon-thick Nutella shakes and loaded burgers with a welcoming, pet-friendly atmosphere.
What I’d start with: Chippies with chicken salt, Nutella Shake.
Read the full recommendation02 · Woolloongabba, Queensland
Sue’s Burgers & Shakes Woolloongabba
The second stop changes the pace at Sue’s Burgers & Shakes Woolloongabba. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual burger outings, cheese pulls, and sweet dirty soda treats.
After seeing Sue's Burgers & Shakes everywhere across Brisbane, I finally sat down inside to test whether the local chatter lived up to the hype. The moment we walked in, the bright neon sign glowing over the counter established a fun retro American diner vibe that set the mood for lunch.
Sue's Burgers & Shakes delivers a playful retro diner experience with juicy smash burgers, crispy chicken sandos, stretchy mozzarella sticks, and inventive dirty sodas worth ordering.
What I’d start with: Signature Sue Single, Chicken Crack Sando Spicy, Sue's Mozzarella Sticks.
Read the full recommendation03 · Brisbane, Queensland
Dawg Boys Strathpine
Halfway through, the guide turns towards Dawg Boys Strathpine. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to fast-casual american comfort food and loaded hot dog cravings in strathpine..
Holding up a loaded chili dog inside Dawg Boys, there was no mistaking how this meal was meant to be tackled. We headed out to Strathpine to check out their new store, diving straight into two signature picks: the New York dog and the LA chili dog. I insisted that eating a loaded chili dog with your hands hits differently, though Jon had other ideas and promptly picked up a knife and fork to cut into his instead.
Dawg Boys brings genuine American comfort food energy to Strathpine, anchored by loaded chili dogs, stretchy mozzarella sticks, and an exceptionally creamy Biscoff shake.
What I’d start with: LA Chili Dawg, New York Dawg, Southern Fried BBQ Chicken Tenders with ranch.
Read the full recommendation04 · Gold Coast, Queensland
Beans N Bun
Then comes Beans N Bun. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual beachside dining, burger lovers, and quick takeaway feeds.
I did not expect a double-patty burger to leave such a lasting impression with a sweet finish, but that initial bite set the tone for our visit to Beans 'n' Bun. Situated right on the Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach, the casual burger joint has launched a brand new menu under new management.
Beans 'n' Bun turns a casual Gold Coast burger run into a memorable meal with double-patty burgers featuring a sweet finish, dramatic mozzarella pulls, and crowd-pleasing sharing plates.
What I’d start with: Cheese Me Daddy Burger, Mozzarella Sticks, Bacon Loaded Fries.
Read the full recommendation05 · Brisbane, Queensland
Betty’s Burgers Indooroopilly
The final table belongs to Betty’s Burgers Indooroopilly. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual burger cravings, classic angus beef stacks, and crispy fried chicken in indooroopilly..
My brain was screaming for exercise, but my heart was whispering something far more persuasive: burgers. Listening to that inner craving led me straight to Betty’s Burgers in Indooroopilly, putting physical fitness on hold for a well-earned feast.
When a burger craving wins over exercise, Betty’s Burgers in Indooroopilly satisfies with its classic Angus beef stack, crispy fried chicken, and sea salt fries.
What I’d start with: Betty’s Classic, Crispy Chicken, French fries with sea salt seasoning.
Read the full recommendationThere are tidy burgers and memorable burgers. This list understands which side of that argument I usually choose.