COLLEGE GUIDE: Best Burger Joints

Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Jake Costello, GoLocalProv Contributor

 

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Your cafeteria may be great, but it's just not going to put out a big, juicy, fresh burger like the ones you can get at these joints.

Craving a think, juicy burger? The cafeteria doesn’t seem to have it? Well GoLocal has found the best places throughout Rhode Island to fix your craving. From classic to the creative and even vegan and

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vegetarian options, these burger places have it all.

Better Burger Company, College Hill, Providence

The burgers are creative and always delicious. A 5, 8 or 10 oz burger goes great with the variety of shakes, from the classics to a Nutella gourmet shake. The Better Burger Company accepts Brown students’ Munch Cards and even delivers within 6 miles. 215 Thayer St, Providence. 401-228-7373. www.bbcfoodsusa.com

Johnny Rockets, College Hill and Providence Place Mall, Providence

Travel back to the 50’s at Johnny Rockets with a burger, soda pop and the music boxed at each table. The servers even look the part and even better, they synchronized dance every hour. There are two locations, one in the Providence Place on the third floor and the second at 269 Thayer Street. 401-276-0003. www.johnnyrockets.com

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Harry’s Bar & Burger, College Hill/downtown Providence

From great food and drink to activities, Harry’s has plenty to keep you busy. They serve 100% pure Hereford Beef mini burgers, alcoholic milkshakes, a wide selection of beers and jalapeno and bacon infused home-made vodka. There are even shuffleboards at the restaurant. And its location right at the base of College Hill makes it an easy walk, whether you go to Brown, RISD, JWU or URI downtown. 121 North Main St, Providence. 401-228-7437. www.harrysbarburger.com

Luxe Burger Bar, downtown Providence

Build your own burger. Or, if you’re up to it, try the Frankenstein Burger. For $19.99, you get 4 Gold Label Burgers, 2 Jumbo Nathan's All Beef Hot Dogs, 4 Slices of Smokehouse Bacon, 4 Slices of American Cheese, topped With Hereford Black Bean Chili, Cole Slaw & Relish on 2 Buttered Rolls served with a double order of Fries. Can you handle it? Even if that’s not for you, you can enjoy your hand-crafted burger inside or out. There’s also trivia every Thursday. 5 Memorial Boulevard, Providence. 401-621-5893. www.luxeburgerbar.com

The Liberty Elm Diner, Providence

Not super close to any campus, The Liberty is definitely worth an expedition. Burgers, ranging from $6.75-$9.95, use 100% Angus ground beef from Blackbird Farm in Smithfield. Your purchase will even help the restaurants initiative to “re-tree” Elmwood Avenue and South Providence. 777 Elmwood Ave, Providence. 401-467-0777. libertyelmdiner.com

Crazy Burger Café and Juice Bar, Narragansett (good for URI students)

Crazy Burger is perfect for those who are sick of the classic burger. There are lamb, beef, salmon, chicken, turkey, vegan and even ostrich burgers. Pair it with the made-to-order juices, smoothies, frozen lemonade or milkshakes. And located right near the beach, Crazy Burger can be part of a weekend escape from campus. 144 Boon St, Narragansett. 401-783-1810. www.crazyburger.com

Mews Tavern, Wakefield (good for URI students)

Dress up your burger with the variety of cheeses and topping choices. Mews also serves “Beyond Beef Burgers,” garden, salmon and turkey burgers, if you are in need of a change. The fun atmosphere of the restaurant and bar, with 69 draft beer selections, will provide for a great night out. 456 Main St, Wakefield. 401-783-9370. www.mewstavern.com

Effin's Last Resort, Smithfield (good for Bryant students)

Have a thick and juicy burger and drink while lounging in the Olympic-sized swimming pool at Efffin’s. It will surely be a one-of-a-kind night. The restaurant and bar also has live music and sports. 325 Farnum Pike, Smithfield. 401-349-3500. effinsri.com

Pour Judgment, Newport (good for Salve & RWU students)

Students in Newport must grab a burger at Pour Judgment. There are beer and burger specials starting at just $8. Every night, there are different specials on not only burgers but also the rest of the restaurant’s pub food. If you’re on the run, then visit Pour Judgment 2--it's a little farther up the street at 88 Broadway for take-out breakfast and lunch. 32 Broadway, Newport. 401-619-2115. www.pourjudgement.com

Five Guys Burger and Fries, Lincoln (good for Bryant students)

A great environment with great deals. Throw your peanut shells on the floor while waiting for your food or sitting down to eat. Five Guys’ double patty burger is always a favorite. And a little tip: if you get the fries to go, they'll throw a whole bunch more in that bag, effectively doubling your portion. 622 George Washington Highway, Lincoln. 401-335-3880. fiveguys.com

 

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