The Five Best New Cheeseburgers in New York

Every restaurant in New York seems to have a burger on the menu right now, but which ones deserve your time? I’ve picked out some favorites this summer, from minimalist cheeseburgers (no tomato, no nothing) to extravagant, avocado-topped beasts. Here are five new offerings you should really get to know:

There’s something a little ridiculous about the burger at Upland, which is unapologetically over-the-top, spiked with a tiny Californian flag, stuffed with shredded lettuce and bright red peppadew peppers, and—what’s that, sliced avocado? Yes. Also, there are two patties here, made with flavorful grass-fed beef but still quite juicy, and stuck together with cheddar. It’s not trying to be a classic take on the cheeseburger, but it's an excellent, complete lunch ($20). Upland is at 345 Park Avenue South (Flatiron); +1 212 686-1006 or uplandny.com