Where Chefs Eat: 14 Top Chefs Pick Their Favourite Sydney Burger
Mimi Wong enjoys a happy hour hero, while Toby Wilson prefers a Portuguese chicken burger. Other favourites include a Queenscliff staple, a beachside fish option, and several beautifully plated burgers at fine restaurants in Sydney’s CBD.
Nothing beats holding a great burger with both hands: juicy, loaded with carbs, and saucy. Sydney’s best burger sparks much debate, and everyone has their own top pick. The fish burger with pickled pineapple and chili from the now-closed Burger Park remains a craving, while Out of the Blue is a reliable choice.
Chefs Share Their Favourite Burgers
- Jesse Orleans, Happyfield: “I’m a Mary’s burger kind of guy. Burgers rank high on my favourites list, but due to lifestyle choices, I limit myself to one per week. Eight times out of ten, it’s Mary’s.”
- Isobel Whelan-Little, Ace Hotel Sydney: “ I’m a sucker for Ogalo! Nothing beats a morning at the beach followed by a salty-dog order of a double chicken Prego combo with a Sprite. It’s nostalgic and a simple, great beach option.”
- Andy Cooks: “Might head out to Chebbo’s for that one.”
“Two hands wrapped around an ace burger is one of the best situations you can find yourself in.”
These top chefs reveal not only their favourite burgers but also where they go for a casual snack, group meals, or a date spot.
Author’s summary: Sydney’s burger scene shines through diverse chef favourites — from nostalgic beach bites to finely crafted city burgers, each offering a unique, satisfying taste experience.