Hamburgers in Lima: these are the 10 best, according to Provecho readers

In Advantage We wonder what is the best hamburger that we can enjoy in Lima and, to answer this question, we decided to consult our Instagram followers. For this reason, we share a ‘post’ where we ask for your recommendations and today we announce the result of this new dynamic. On this occasion, we are based on the responses of more than a thousand comments to select the 10 proposals that are part of this list. Shall we include your favourite?

Juicy Lucy

This brand was definitely the one that received the most votes in the publication, so it could not be missing. Juicy Lucya proposal that is also found in other countries such as Chile, offers hamburgers that are described as 100% handmade and are prepared with angus beef certified, which is ground daily. Some of its best-known -and most enjoyed- options are the BLT, which has meat, smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese and caramelized onion; and the Juicy Lucy, which consists of a burger stuffed with cheddar and covered in Swiss cheese, accompanied by the classic vegetables and onion rings.

blessed burger

This brand, which is the project of three friends who are passionate about good food, proposes a menu full of flavor with filling and delicious hamburgers, made with roast strip meat. Among the most classic we can find the blessed burger, which in addition to the succulent hamburger has cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, blessed sauce and can be accompanied with French fries or sweet potatoes. Other more substantial versions include two hamburgers, bacon, fried egg and BBQ pulled pork, among others. They also offer vegetarian versions with bean burgers and Beyond Meat.

Burger Boy

This restaurant burst in with an attractive proposal that was able to conquer the most demanding palates: combining a classic hamburger with Nikkei flavours. The result is a reduced card but full of combinations that are worth trying. For example, the kauboi-san, consisting of two beef patties, white onion, cheddar cheese, ranch sauce with a spicy touch and teriyaki BBQ sauce. Another option you should try is the california og, which pays homage to the American hamburger chain In-N-Out. Two hamburgers, white onion, cheddar cheese are served in a delicious brioche bun and the touch of freshness is brought by the lettuce and tomato, accompanied by sauce B, which has pickles.

smash bros

Inspired by the smashed style hamburgers, this dark kitchen offers a short but well-thought-out selection of burgers that are divided into two: the classics and the doubles. In the first category we can find the old school, consisting of brioche bread, 120 gr. meat, ketchup, mustard, onion and pickles. In addition, they have versions with cheese and bacon. In the second category we find the most forceful versions, with two hamburgers, which can be accompanied with cheese, bacon, cheese sauce and caramelized onion. Inevitable are the fries, which you can order in your version Smash Friesaccompanied by smash sauce, caramelized onion, cheese sauce and pieces of bacon.

big boy

big boy is inspired by the most classic and North American flavors to offer us a menu where strong and tasty hamburgers are the important thing. The American It consists of two medallions of meat, double cheddar cheese, pickles, onion, tomato, lettuce and thousand island sauce; while the Oklahoma, in addition to meat and cheese, includes grilled onion. Other toppings you can enjoy on your burgers are smoked bacon, caramelized onion, and big boy sauce, a slightly spicy but delicious option. For those with the best appetite, they have the Triple B, which includes three hamburgers of 100 gr. each.

Big Bite

This space, located in Surco, offers a variety of 100% handmade hamburgers that have conquered their audience. You can find from the Classic Burgerwith cheese, caramelized onion and pickles, to an extra strong version called Big Bite. This preparation consists of two hamburgers of 180 gr. each, brioche bun, cheddar cheese, onion rings, caramelized onion, BBQ sauce, bacon and pickles. A different combination can be found in the Coleslaw Burger which, in addition to the classic ingredients, has a refreshing coleslaw that perfectly balances the flavors.

Cafe A Bistro

This space has a varied menu with dishes that are perfect for any occasion, but we must admit that they are known for their asado de tira hamburgers. The badge is the Cafe A Burger, a 170 gr hamburger with caramelized onion, cheddar cheese and a secret sauce that you should not miss trying. They also have other options including homemade bacon, tartar sauce, pickles and, of course, you must accompany them with the fries.

2080 Burger Place

This brand, which has been on the market for more than two years, proposes itself as a hamburger restaurant where quality ingredients are combined with good service and a menu full of delicacies. Among the burgers we can find the classic versions with cheese, pickles and bacon, but they also have two versions that are worth describing. The first is the 2080, which consists of a ‘smash burger’ with cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce and crispy onions, all served in a delicious brioche bun that is usually marked with the hamburger’s seal. The second, the ZetaIn addition to the hamburger and cheese, it has sautéed herb butter with onions and mushrooms.

3/4 Burger Bar

With a dynamic, ‘instagrammable’ and well-thought-out concept, this Miraflores burger joint is known for its succulent and decadent preparations. Some of the options you can enjoy are the Baconator, with artisan bacon and a delicious BBQ sauce; the Burger Honey, with cheddar cheese, mushrooms, Oxapampa honey-based sauce and crispy bacon; and the RIB that combines beef and pulled pork with cheese, bacon and BBQ sauce. They also have a Burger Veggiewhich consists of a quinoa and mushroom burger served with cheddar cheese, mayonnaise and caramelized onion.

The Black Cow

If it is about hearty hamburgers prepared with the best meat, The Black Cow it is a good alternative. Their hamburgers are 200 gr. and are prepared from rib eye. Although the classics are always a good option, the menu at this hamburger restaurant offers more interesting versions. The ProvoloneFor example, it has this delicious cheese as well as emmental, mushrooms sautéed with brandy, bacon, lettuce, tomato and pickles. Another option that we recommend is the black cowwhich has double cheddar and emmental cheese, bacon, grilled onion rings, pickles and onion rings on a base of cabbage chalaquita.