Where Chefs Eat: 14 Top Chefs Pick Their Favourite Sydney Burger

[translate:Мими Вонг] loves a happy hour hero, and [translate:Тоби Уилсон] prefers a Portuguese chicken dish. Plus, a Queenscliff favourite, a beachside fish option, and some expertly plated burgers in fine CBD restaurants.

Two hands wrapped around a perfect burger is one of the best moments you can have. Juicy, carb-loaded, and saucy – count us in. Everyone has their favourite, and Sydney’s best burger sparks lively debate.

I'm still craving the fish burger (with pickled pineapple and chilli) from the now-closed Burger Park, and [translate:Out of the Blue] never disappoints. Here, 14 top chefs reveal their favourite Sydney burgers, plus their go-to snack spots, places to book for groups, and date ideas.

Jesse Orleans, Happyfield

"I won’t lie, I’m a Mary’s burger kind of guy. Burgers rank high on my list of favorites, but due to lifestyle choices, I limit myself to one a week. Eight times out of ten, it'll be a Mary’s."

Isobel Whelan-Little, Ace Hotel Sydney

"I’m addicted to Ogalo! Nothing beats a morning beach vibe followed by a salty double chicken Prego combo with a Sprite. It feels nostalgic and is a simple, great beach option."

Andy Cooks

"I might head out to Chebbo’s for that one."

Words by Grace Mackenzie · Updated on 06 Nov 2025 · Published on 06 Nov 2025

These chefs’ picks showcase Sydney’s diverse burger culture, blending nostalgia, local flavours, and vibrant dining scenes.

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Broadsheet — 2025-11-06