Top Burger Joints of 2024.

Written by Fathima Rukaiya,

Who doesn’t adore a juicy, mouthwatering burger? But finding the ideal spot can be quite a challenge. With so many places selling burgers, it’s hard to know which one to choose. Fear not! We’ve curated a list of the finest establishments in town that serve up the most delectable and distinctive burgers.

  1. Urban Smokehouse

Urban Smokehouse boasts an impressive lineup of delectable burgers, including the renowned Big Ben Burger, the sizzling Lava Burger, and the hearty Mighty Buffalo Burger.

Open hours:

Gampaha: Daily: 11:30AM – 10PM

Ja-Ela: Daily: 12PM – 11PM

Services:

  • Serves vegetarian dishes.

Locations:

  • Gampaha: Yakkala Rd, Gampaha
  • Ja-Ela: Negombo road, Ja-Ela

Contacts:

  • Gampaha: 076 883 5890
  • Ja-Ela: 077 748 2146

Menu:

For more information check their Instagram at urban.smokehouse

Or Facebook urbansmokehouse.lk

2. Street Burger

The well-known Street Burger has left an indelible mark, with outlets at four distinct locations. Their generously portioned burgers are truly unforgettable!

Open Hours:

  • Bambalapitiya: 11AM – 12AM (EXCEPT Friday)
  • Other locations: 11AM – 11PM (EXCEPT Friday)

*Friday: 11AM 12PM, 1:30 11PM / 12AM

Services:

  • Has outdoor seating.
  • Serves vegetarian dishes.
  • Serves HALAL food
  • Available on Uber Eats

Locations:

  • Bambalapitiya: 34 Ramya Rd, Colombo 04
  • Mount Lavinia: 293 Galle Rd, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10350
  • Ethul Kotte: 899 Kotte Rd, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
  • Nawala: 262 Nawala Rd, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte 05

Contacts:

  • Bambalapitiya: 077 347 7733
  • Mount Lavinia: 077 717 9179
  • Ethul Kotte: 077 788 7777
  • Nawala: 0112 776 316

Menu:

Check their website streetburger.lk for more information

Or Instagram streetburgersl

3. Mr. Burger

Colombo’s juiciest burgers bursting with flavor – Mr. Burger

Open hours: Daily: 11AM – 2AM

Services:

  • Has kids’ menu.
  • Available on Uber Eats, PickMe Food, EatMe Global
  • Serves HALAL food

Locations:

  • Rajagiriya: 623/C Nawala Rd, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
  • Bambalapitiya: 95 Colombo – Galle Main Rd, Colombo 04

Contacts:

  • Rajagiriya: 0777533699 / 0117111696
  • Bambalapitiya: 0771142423 / 0117111088
  • Burgers at a starting price of just Rs. 990/=

WhatsApp on 0771142423 to place takeaway orders

Check their website mrburger.lk for more information

Instagram mrburger.cmb

Facebook mrburgercmb

4. Pounders Burgers

Pounders offers a delectable selection of distinctive and succulent burgers, complete with a variety of combos that are hard to come by in other restaurants.

Open hours: Daily: 2PM – 11PM

Services:

  • Available on Uber Eats and PickMe Food
  • Serves HALAL food

Location: 45 1st Cross St, Nugegoda 11222

Contact: 076 157 1097

Menu:

Instagram pounders.sl for more information.

5. MR. DEEN

Mr. Deen offers exceptionally unique burgers, including their recently introduced Volcano Burger—a mouthwatering creation covered in cheese like molten lava. Additionally, their Bunizza Burger combines the best of both worlds, blending pizza and burger into one delightful dish.

Open hours: Daily: 12PM – 12AM

Services:

  • Available on Uber Eats and PickMe Food
  • Serves HALAL food

Locations:

  • Wellawatta: 17A Station Rd, Colombo 00600
  • Negombo: 247 Chilaw – Colombo Main Rd, Negombo 00150

Contacts:

  • Wellawatta: 0112 286 386
  • Negombo: 077 334 4244
  • Prices from Rs. 1,500/= upwards

Check their website mrdeen.lk for more information

Instagram mrdeenofficial

Facebook Mrdeennegombo

6. Mochiato Ice Cream

Rs. 6,990/=

While primarily known as an ice cream parlor, Mochiato Ice Cream has made waves by introducing Sri Lanka’s first-ever largest burger, designed to serve a whopping 8 people! The thrill of this culinary feat is truly remarkable.

Open hours:

  • Pannipitiya, daily: 10AM – 10PM (even on Poya days and other holidays)
  • Marine Drive, daily: 12PM – 2AM (even on Poya days and other holidays)

Service: Serves HALAL food

Locations:

Pannipitiya: 165/D Battaramulla – Pannipitiya Rd, Pannipitiya 10230

Marine Drive: 39/1 Marine Drive, Colombo

Contact: 0775401923

Instagram mochiatoicecream

Facebook mochiatoicecream

7. Burger Boss

Burger Boss serves gourmet burgers infused with a delightful blend of Sri Lankan and American flavors.

Open Hours:

Monday – Sunday: 12PM – 11:30PM (EXCEPT Friday)

Friday: 2PM – 11:30PM

Services:

  • Available on Uber Eats and PickMe Food
  • Serves HALAL food

Location: 581 Galle Rd, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia

Contact: 0114 849 499

Menu:

Check their Instagram burgerbosscol for more information.

Facebook burgerbosscol

9. Big Mighty

Big Mighty specializes in crafting some of the juiciest burgers around.

Open hours: Daily: 10AM – 10PM

Services:

  • Has outdoor seating 
  • Serves cocktails

Location: Kabalana Beach, Matara – Galle Road, Welhengoda, Ahangama 80650

Contact: 077 331 3737

Menu:

9. Burger Hut

For mouthwatering burgers in town, be sure to explore Burger Hut!

Open Hours:

  • Marive Drive:

Monday – Thursday: 11:30AM – 11:30PM

Friday: 1:30PM – 12AM

Weekends: 11:30AM – 12AM

  • Hill Street: Daily: 11AM – 11:30PM

Services:

  • Has all you can eat
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Has kids’ menu
  • Available on Uber Eats and PickMe Food
  • Serves HALAL food

Locations:

  • Marine Drive: No. 32 Kinross Avenue, Marine Dr, 04
  • Hill Street: 126 Hill St, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10350

Contacts:

  • Marive Drive: 0112 505 500
  • Hill Street: 0114 331 000
  • Burgers at a starting price of just Rs. 1,080/=

Facebook BurgerHutSriLanka

Instagram burgerhutsrilanka

10. Burley’s

Burleys is not to be overlooked—they serve some of the most mouthwatering and succulent burgers in town.

Open hours:

Monday – Thursday: 11AM – 11PM

Friday – Sunday: 11AM – 12AM

Services: Serves HALAL food

Location: 32 Galle Rd, Colombo 04

Contact: 0114 670 670

  • Burgers at a starting price of just Rs. 990/=

The updated menu is available on their Instagram highlights burleysfoods

Facebook burleysfoods

Hope this list helps you discover your perfect burger spot and satisfy those irresistible burger cravings! Remember, every bite is a step closer to burger bliss. Bon appétit!

* Please note that all the prices mentioned in this article are for informational purposes only and may fluctuate

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