When a burger craving hits, sometimes a drive-thru burger just doesn’t cut it. You need a proper, hearty burger, and Markham has plenty of spots serving exactly that. From crispy smash burgers and pub-style classics to creative handhelds that take the idea of a burger to the next level, there’s no shortage of delicious options to dig into. If you’re ready to bite into something juicy, messy, and absolutely worth it, start here.
Super Smash Burgs
If crispy-edged smash burgers are your thing, Super Smash Burgs is an easy yes. Their menu keeps it focused with classics like the Classic Smash, Super Smash, and Oklahoma Smash, plus fries and shakes for the full experience.
Web: Super Smash Burgs
Address: 76 Main Markham St N, Markham ON, L3P 1X5
Smash Kitchen & Bar
Smash Kitchen & Bar is a great pick when you’re in the mood for a classic, hearty sit-down burger in a lively restaurant setting. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in, order a great drink, add a few shareable apps for the table, and make your burger stop feel like a full night out.
Web: SMSHBRBR
Address: 227 Main Markham St N, Markham ON L3P 1Y6
Hong Bo Burger & Poutine
Hong Bo is one of the more unique burger stops in Markham, known for Asian fusion style burgers and poutine. It has built a bit of a following for creative options like crispy chicken and shrimp burgers, and it is a great pick when you want something a little different from the usual burger run.
Web: Hong Bo Burgers
Address: 3255 Highway 7, Markham ON L3R 3P9
The Duchess of Markham
The Duchess leans classic pub burger, and sometimes that is exactly what you want. Their menu includes a lineup of 8 oz burgers served with fries, including The Classic and Black Peppercorn Burger, making it an easy choice for a hearty, no-fuss burger outing.
Web: The Duchess of Markham
Address: 53 Main Markham St N, Markham ON L3P 1X7
Bingz Crispy Burger
Bingz brings a different kind of burger experience to the list with its signature Chinese crispy burgers. Think flavourful fillings tucked into a crisp, flaky bun, with Markham locations at First Markham Place and Markville Mall. Web: Bingz Crispy Burger
Addresses: 5000 Highway 7, Markham ON L3R 4M9 AND 3229 Highway 7 Unit 11&12 Markham ON L3R 3P3
Cafe de Hong Kong
Not every great burger has to follow the usual rules. Cafe de Hong Kong’s Fried Chicken Pineapple Bun Burger is one of those iconic Markham bites that people know, love, and absolutely crave. Sweet, savoury, crispy, and a little over the top in the best way, it is the kind of burger that stands out from the crowd and earns its spot on this list. Address: 11 Fairburn Dr, Markham ON L6G 0A4
NextDoor Restaurant
NextDoor is a great option when you want a burger in a more elevated setting. Their Wagyu burger brings a more refined take to the list, and with a wide variety of menu items plus a beautiful riverside patio, it’s the kind of spot where a burger can easily turn into a full lunch or dinner outing.
Web: NextDoor Restaurant
Address: 139 Main Street Unionville, ON L3R 2G6
Jake’s On Main
Jake’s on Main is a solid pick if you want a sit-down burger in a Main Street Unionville setting. Their burger lineup includes options like the Rancho, Plain Jane, Swiss Alps, and Great Canadian, so there’s a little something for every burger mood.
Web: Jake’s on Main
Address: 202 Main St, Unionville ON L3R 2G9
John Anderson Hamburgers
For an old-school burger stop that has been part of the local food scene for years, John Anderson Hamburgers still earns its place on the list. It is casual, classic, and exactly the kind of spot you go to when you want a straightforward burger that gets the job done.
Web: John Anderson Hamburgers
Address: 3780 14th Ave, Markham ON L3R 9Y5
Find Your Best Bite
Whether you’re in the mood for a smash burger, a pub burger, or something a little more unexpected, Markham has plenty of local spots worth sinking your teeth into. Bring your appetite and maybe a few extra napkins.
