8 Over-The-Top Burgers To Try Now

Piled high, loaded up and dripping with flavor—these big bites found in Bergen are worth the extra napkins.

If you’re the kind of burger lover who thinks more is definitely more, this one’s for you. Sure, we’ve been preaching about perfect pizzas and lighter bites in recent weeks, but we can’t get our minds off of a good ol’ cheeseburger—maybe because National Double Cheeseburger Day is coming up on Sept. 15. After all, do have a few more days of summer remaining.

But let’s be honest—sometimes even a double burger doesn’t cut it. When you’re craving something totally over-the-top, Bergen County delivers in a big way. We’re talking about burgers stacked sky-high, smothered in cheese, loaded with all kinds of wild toppings and practically daring you to take that first bite.

Check out some of Bergen’s most insane (and insanely good) cheeseburgers:

• Biddy O’Malley Burger at Biddy O’Malley’s, Northvale.This restaurant’s signature burger is a flavor explosion, with a custom blend patty topped with caramelized onions, Gruyère, arugula, pancetta and Malbec butter.
  *191 Paris Ave., Northvale, 201.564.7893
• Biggie’s Burger at Biggie’s, Carlstadt. Readers’ Choice winner for Best Burger, this Bergen County staple doesn’t stamp its signature burger with an over-the-top name—but pile on everything from bacon and eggs to avocado and mushrooms for a big bite.
  *430 Rte. 17, Carlstadt, 201.933.4000
• Brewery Burger at Westwood Prime Eats, Westwood. This butcher-slash-restaurant—a Readers’ Choice honoree—190allows you to pick your patty blend (steak blend, short rib/sirloin/brisket or dry aged) to go with a high pile of butcher-cut bacon and IPA beer cheese sauce. It’s all served on a buttery pretzel bun.
  *190 Westwood Ave., Westwood, 201.664.0069
• Double Cheeseburger at Steve’s Burgers, Garfield. The name isn’t scream excessive, but take one look and you’ll know you’re in for a challenge. This Readers’ Choice honoree sandwiches together two big patties, lettuce, tomato, onions, cheese and Steve’s special sauce for a memorable bite.
  *506 Rte. 45, Garfield, 973.772.1770
• Five-O at ReBar and Kitchen, Lodi.Have yet to have a bite from this popular eatery’s burger bar? Start with this tasty mashup: It’s a beef patty topped with sweet Thai chili, glazed grilled pineapple, roasted red peppers, pepper jack cheese and black forest ham.
  *132 Essex St., Lodi, 201.368.8181
• Jersey Burger at Midland Brew House, Saddle Brook.This is Jersey’s breakfast special in burger form: A perfectly cooked patty with fried egg, cheese and Taylor ham—no pork roll here!
  *374 N. Midland Ave., Saddle Brook, 201.797.0070
• La Mortal at Hamburguesa, Carlstadt.The Mexican-spiced burger is topped with usual suspects like ketchup, mustard, mayo and cheese—but it also shares bun space with a hot dog, bacon and jalapeño peppers. Ready for the challenge?
  *403 Hackensack St., Carlstadt, 201.580.0222
• The Cheetos Cheeseburger at Dog House Saloon, Washington Township.They pledge “excess at its finest” at this local hangout, and we believe this burger—a half-pounder over cheese puffs with smoked bacon, American cheese and buttermilk ranch—tops our “deliciously excessive” list.
  *270 Pascack Rd., Washington Township, 201.722.1820

Don’t fret if these bites are too much for your taste: These restaurants and many more in Bergen also serve simpler, smaller burgers—perfect for National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18.

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