The Best Burgers in Shanghai

Let’s face it, hamburgers have become a staple in the diets of millions around the world, and a lot of people who come to Shanghai will inevitably look for places where they can fulfill that certain craving. As the quintessential “comfort” food, hamburgers give expats the flavors they’re used to having at home, and sitting down for a burger and fries can seriously help make moving to Shanghai a little more agreeable.

Tasting authentic Chinese food while in Shanghai is, of course, a definite must. But if you’re a new expat who has been eating noodles and dumplings for the past few weeks, chances are you will begin to wonder “Where can I find a good burger?”

It’s the same question that has prompted restaurants around the city to offer burger specials on Mondays, as well as a slew of ShanghaiExpat forum discussions. It is also the same question that inspired this article. There has been a lot of talk about the “Best Burgers in Shanghai,” but having been around the block a few times, ShanghaiExpat wants to throw our opinion on the table and let our readers be the judge.

Listed below are five burgers around Shanghai that any expat should seriously consider trying. We’ve listed the prices, ingredients, and talked about the restaurant to give you a quick overview of what you can expect. So take a look at these heavy hitters and vote in our forum for the Best Burger in Shanghai!

Mike Finstad is the Editor of ShanghaiExpat. He would like to personally thank his heart and arteries for allowing him to write this story. If you have any questions or comments about this article, send an email to: mike.finstad@shanghaiexpat.com.

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