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 classic, a popular beachside fish burger, and some plated delights at fine CBD restaurants.
Two hands wrapped around an ace burger is one of the best moments. Juicy, carb-loaded, and saucy—sign us up. Everyone has their favourite burger spot, and Sydney’s best burger sparks lively debate. Though Burger Park is now closed, its fish burger with pickled pineapple and chilli is still missed. Out of the Blue consistently impresses.
Here, 14 top chefs reveal their favourite Sydney burgers and their go-to spots for snacks, group meals, and dates.
Jesse Orleans, Happyfield
"I’m not gonna hold you, I’m a Mary’s burger kind of guy. Burgers rank high on my list of favourite foods, but due to lifestyle choices, I limit myself to one a week. Eight times out of ten, I pick 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 double chicken Prego combo with a Sprite. It’s nostalgic and a simple, perfect beach option."
Andy Cooks
He might head out to Chebbo’s for his favourite burger.
Words by Grace Mackenzie · Updated on 06 Nov 2025 · Published on 06 Nov 2025
Summary: Sydney’s top chefs share their favourite burgers, highlighting classics, nostalgic beach bites, and fine-dining options, reflecting the city’s diverse burger culture.
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