Who Makes the Best Burger in the 518?
The search is officially on for the Best Burger in New York State—and this year, the Capital Region is officially in the mix.
The New York Beef Council’s annual Best NY Burger Competition is underway, and after nominations wrapped up earlier this month, six local burger spots have advanced to the public voting round.
Voting is open now through April 10th, and this is where you can help elevate a local business with a really good burger.
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Burnt Buns
Last year’s winner, The Butcher’s Son in Corning, scored a record 99.24% with their “Ghost Burger.” Pretty impressive, but it can be topped.
Conversely, not a single Capital Region burger cracked the Top 10 in 2025. With all the incredible options across Albany, Troy, Saratoga, and Schenectady, that felt like a serious snub…