The culinary minds behind the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants have turned their attention to a new contender: the humble burger. Their inaugural global ranking, the World’s 101 Best Burger Places, expands on last year’s smaller Top 25 list and now includes two Singapore spots that earned their place among the world’s elite.
Singapore’s Newest Burger Star
Smash Street, a standing-only burger bar on Amoy Street, secured the 58th spot—an impressive feat for an establishment that opened its doors just two months ago. The newcomer specializes in smash burgers with stripped-down toppings: caramelized onions, pickles, cheese, and bacon. The real draw lies in the patties themselves, made from a blend of Australian Black Angus brisket, chuck, short rib, and dry-aged trimmings, smashed onto the griddle for guaranteed crispy edges. Prices start at a reasonable $14 for the classic double-patty option.
A Telok Ayer Veteran Holds Its Ground
Meanwhile, Meatsmith, a 12-year fixture in the same Telok Ayer neighborhood, landed at No. 50. Known for American-style barbecue platters featuring smoky brisket, pastrami burnt ends, pork ribs, and cornbread, the restaurant draws loyal fans for its wagyu cheeseburger: double patties, double cheese, house-made burger sauce, and pickles for $28. A savvy hack exists for budget-conscious diners: visit on Tuesdays to snag a classic cheeseburger with double beef brisket patties for just $12.
The Global Winners
London dominated the top spots, with Bleecker Burger taking first place and Black Bear Burger securing second. Sydney’s Café Margaret (Best Burger Australia) rounded out the top three. Other notable Asian entries include Hong Kong’s The Diplomat (Best Burger Asia) and Fireside, Bali’s Masonry, and Japan’s Wagyumafia (Best Burger Japan), Gui’s Burger, and Kitan Hibiki—all worth bookmarking for future travel itineraries.
What This Means for Burger Enthusiasts
The expanded list reflects a growing international appetite for craft burgers and signals that Singapore’s burger scene is gaining serious global recognition. For locals, it offers a curated checklist of must-try spots, from a buzzy newcomer to a Telok Ayer institution. For travelers, the rankings double as a practical guide to the world’s best burger destinations—whether you’re planning a London food crawl or a Bali beachside stop.
The full 101-strong list is available at worldbestburgers.com.
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