Wonderful moment in this small, nice and cute restaurant. The pulled pork burger was one of the best burger I have ever eaten, and I have been to the US ! The chocolate fondant was just amazing and I know what I am talking about, I am french. read more

Normally at this time I'm home in LA for the summer, eating lots of burgers and drinking lots of milkshakes so lately I've been having cravings for these two things. I've had lots of good burgers in London but I had yet to find a place that also offers milkshakes. First, the milkshake. I ordered the mint one, which I wasn't aware was a possible flavour but was extremely excited about because I love mint. It was so thick and creamy and absolutely delicious! One of the best milkshakes I've ever had. Served in the stainless steel cup with a straw, frosted and freezing cold. Perfect. Next our burgers. We ordered the hamburger and the chicken burger with two small sides of fries. Everything about the burgers were so good: the bun, the toppings, the beef, the deep fried chicken especially! My boyfriend enjoyed the fries but unfortunately I did not, some were a bit soggy and reminded me of In-n-Out fries which I don't like. More of personal preference but I'm still glad I tried them. Aside from the food the location is also spot on, very close to Bloomsbury campuses. The meal for the two of us was kind of pricey (£23) but it was definitely worth it. Next time I just won't get the fries. read more

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I like it. There aren't very many truly tasty places to have lunch on a budget near Russell Square (there are some places that are okay...but nothing to write home about.) I have had lunch-time burger cravings before, but although GBK isn't bad, it is always let down by the appalling service...so this new burger joint is a welcome new edition to Russell Square. With this in mind, I think the previous reviewer, Sid was a little harsh. Nom: * The cheeseburger was lovely, juicy and filling (with a soft brioche bun) * There was a veggy option with haloumi if you have non-meat-loving friends * My Muslim colleague was chuffed to see they serve both pork and beef hotdogs * The salted caramel shake was sweet, yummy and ridiculously huge! I am glad I shared mine, or I would have been too full to move!! * The staff were friendly and sweet * The cocktails looked lovely, but we couldn't try them - seriously, who has a cocktail with a burger for a normal Tuesday lunch!? Slightly less impressive: * I liked the chicken wings, but they weren't particularly special. I don't think I'd order them again. (Although my colleague loooved the cheese-y dipping sauce that they came with!) * I thought it was just a bit too pricey for lunch (£8ish for a burger, £4 milkshake, £5 wings is waaay more than I normally spend at lunch time!) So all in all...I like it, but it is a little out of my lunchtime price range! read more

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As an American, I must say how I impressed I was by the burgers this place made. They were cooked perfectly medium rare and all the toppings were placed accordingly to fit within the patty buns. Super tasty. I also ordered the Mac n Cheese with bacon and buffalo wings. Both were satisfying as well. The Mac n Cheese was a side order but the portions were super filling in addition to my burger. The wings were flavorful. The vanilla milkshake I ordered came like it did in old school American restaurants (like a Nifty Fifty's). It was cold and delicious throughout my entire meal. They offer hard shakes too if you're in the mood for a spiked cold treat! Overall, this place was a comforting meal in a pretty residential area of London. The atmosphere is really clean, simple and homey. Nothing too special but it provides a hearty and classic American meal if you're in the mood! read more

5 out of 5!! Phenomenal and attentive service/staff. Delicious burgers, best i've ever had ! The beers were chilled to perfection, and the onion rings were fried to a perfect crisp between crispy but not too greasy. We were also sat next to a window with a nice view !!! We are definitely coming back before we leave London !!! read more

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Went to Burger and Shake as my first meal in the U.K after arriving to visit my girlfriend. I was starving because I pretty much hadn't had anything to eat the entire day and I was a little half baked from smoking a joint earlier on (I was also really hungry because of that). We sit down and while it is a little crowded and lively, I enjoyed the energy. Our orders were quickly taken and our food arrives not too long after and it looks absolutely delicious. We ordered the jalapeno poppers and they were fairly good -- a nice thin crunchy texture on the outside and a warm cheesy filling on the inside. The dip that was offered with it went well with it as well. As for our burgers, I ordered the pulled pork hamburger. It sounded like it had a ridiculous amount of meat in it and I love meat so I went for it. I was not disappointed. The burger has a beautifully cooked, thick, medium rare patty, and on top of it there was a healthy amount of pulled pork soaked in barbecue sauce. To cut through the richness of the meat there was a layer of lettuce (and it did its job quite well). All in all, a really solid hamburger for a very reasonable price. It was incredibly filling and I went for a nap almost immediately after. read more

As an American, I can definitely say this is one of the better burgers that I have had. We stopped in, originally planning to get lunch at the cafe next door, but because the line was so long we settled for burgers. Their custom is to cook the burgers medium, but I asked for well done. The burger was delicious and juicy, and the fries were perfectly crispy. The "special sauce" was reminiscent of tartar sauce, which was not bad, but not similar to the thousand island-like special sauces that we have in the states. Overall, good burger and I would return if I was craving a burger! read more

Great burger. The patty was really juicy and well flavoured, buns were nice too. What let me down was the fries, not bad but not really good either. And we also ordered one Mac n cheese with bacon, would not recommend this one. Still, burger was very delicious!! Services were good, food came out quickly enough, and people here were bery friendly as well. read more

Burger and Shake - House burger, large fries and Mac n bacon - Burgers Near Me - London, XGL

London is saturated with trendy burger joints, all of them serving respectable fare. What distinguishes them, then, is their individual slants. Now, when I want to eat a burger, what I'm looking for is a welcoming, downbeat atmosphere in which to eat it. I want to have some laughs with friends, perhaps some beers. What I don't want is excessively loud music, ridiculously long queues or extravagant cocktails (looking at you, Meat Liquor et al). Burger and Shake was spot on. Small, perfectly formed, accommodating, good list of beers on the menu, tasty burgers in soft buns that held their shape throughout the eating process and even some decadent milkshakes to top it off. If I were to choose a not-too-busy, not-too-loud place to enjoy an inexpensive burger meal with friends, this is what it'd be. read more

I was a little hesitant to step in here as from a quick perusal of the menu outside it seemed that they didn't have a veggie patty (but instead just a mushroom/halloumi combo which I think is less exciting, imho). But it was freeeeezing outside and so I took the plunge. I've long been a fan of the diner concept and it looked welcoming and relaxing inside. I ended up ordering 2 sides and taking my time with them. The jalapeno bites were unexpectedly home-made and PHENOMENAL! I even asked my server how they were made and he very kindly talked me through the process. I was really very impressed, and even more so, since I couldn't face wandering out into the cold right away, they let me spend an extra half-hour before my next appt just hanging out quietly with my kindle, no questions asked :D read more

Stopped in here for a quick bite to eat before meeting up with people for some wine tasting. I was the first one there (it was quite early), but it started filling up as I was in there. I started with the salted caramel shake. And thankfully, they do proper American-style milkshakes instead of those weird British-style ones. (Sorry folks, a milkshake without ice cream is just weird.) It was thick and delicious. Definitely the highlight of the place. I got the house burger (because if it's going to be the house burger, it should be great, right?) and a small order of Buffalo wings (been in the wing craze since Orange Buffalo). The wings were tasty. Not overly spicy, but pretty close to the standard wings you'd get in the US. I could have used a bit more dipping sauce because I like my wings blue cheese-y, but things were tasty. The burger was good. Medium rare on a brioche bun. Kind of fell apart a bit, but incredibly juicy. However, their special sauce on it was pretty tasteless. Definitely not the best burger I've had in London, but it was good. Although if I were craving a shake, I might come back. And if I do come back, I saw some chili on the menu that has my name on it. read more

So the name of the place is an obvious nod to Burger and Lobster ... But none the less I was stunned to see a Lobster roll on the menu ... The total lack of originality in this place actually resulted in some uncontrolled giggling from me at one point ... Ceilings after Polpo, menu after Burger and Lobster as well as obvious nods to Meat Liquor. General aesthetics a desperate attempt to look like an American diner but in blue to distinguish it ... Really not sure I want to be eating in such a cold feeling venue. Enough with the sneering at copy cat methodology ... Do I care if the Burger and shake is any good, who they stole from? It is indeed a burger inspired more by Burger and Lobster than by meat liquor ... soft Brioche bun and sweet tasting burger ... Obviously given the 7.95 price for a burger the meat isn't as good Burger and Lobster. It is however enormously better than the GBK across the road. And that is who they are clearly really aimed at competing with ... PS Shakes good but what is it with milkshake places in the UK that don't seem to believe in malt? read more

I was starving hungry a few nights ago when I walked by Burger and Shake. I was reluctant to go in because I thought I was somehow cheating on London by having some American food. It didn't take long for me to get over this guilt after seeing the burgers in the windows. They have tons of options, including a vegetarian option. We went with the pulled pork burger and it was FANTASTIC. Probably one of the best burgers I've had at a restaurant. It was cooked medium rare (my favorite) and was dripping with juicy goodness. We also ordered the mac & cheese with bacon, as well as a strawberry shake. I didn't find the mac & cheese that good at all. It was somewhat cold and tasted like store-bought mac & cheese. The shake was a little small, but very delicious. We ordered the strawberry, but they have tons of flavors (e.g., chocolate, banana, salted caramel, etc.). Overall, a great stop in London. Come on by and get a burger and shake! read more

You know, not bad. Pretty tight space, with booths that remind me of American diners, and serving plates to match. US beers (SIERRA NEVADA PALE ALE, I'LL TAKE YOU) and fizzy drinks served cold in glass bottles. There are a range of burger options, from pretty basic (patty and special sauce) to pulled pork and the special (though it's fairly regularly an item): a shrimp burger, which is mixed with salmon, jalapeños and garlic for some kick. I recommend the latter as it's something a little different. The buns are GREAT; soft and pillowy and toasted and buttery. Carb-phobics beware. As seems to be standard at many of London's top burger spots: you get a burger. Full stop. No fries included or fancy sides. So you tack those on. I didn't, but I looked enviously on as another munched on wings and a side of hot sauce-doused fries. Envious: TOP LEVELS. In sum: really solid option in the area. Staff friendly, vibe good, nothing fancy. Yelp note: if you sit in the back booth by the ice-cream maker and it happens to be in "churn mode" it can be...noisy. I know I sound like an old grump saying this, but: I truly couldn't hear! Depending on your company that might be an advantage? I dunno. I leave that up to you. But: noisy booth at times! read more

Thanks helpers for your great reviews! Because of you, we chose this as our first dinner in London (it was a long week of traditional Portuguese dishes and we needed a burger joint!), and burger and shake did not disappoint! The Hubster got the house burger and some fries. The burger had great flavors and the bun was super fluffy. The fries were meh, but it was a well needed change in our diet. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich and the jalapeño poppers (based on a review I read here). The sandwich was delicious and wonderful. AND the poppers did NOT disappoint! They were hot and gooey, and spicy with some relief in the heavenly dipping sauce (ranch with dill). I'm still thinking about those bad boys. I may need to make a stop back before we leave on Friday. read more

Nice simple decor and an Australian waitress who oozed coolness, went in with a group of ten people and all of us enjoyed our meals I shared chips and buffalo wings with my cousin due to already have eaten but could not finish them due to major spiciness (in a good way :)...) Had the most perfect of mint milkshakes was very happy leaving :) would recommend to anyone and would definitely come again when I m in london again read more

It's a very nice surprise and discovery. Small but very characteristic. Great burgers and amazing milkshakes. Affordable and to come back for sure. read more

Burger and Shake - Pork Hot Dog - Burgers Near Me - London, XGL

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At first look nothin' more than a small and typical English local. Go in and you will find more: amazing burgers, good and friendly service .. speechless! At the end, let's choose a delicious dessert with hot chocolate and icecream or a cake made with a cookie basement, banana and cream. Prize as the same as all London City (10£-15£ each persons). read more

If you're looking for a "classic diner" experience, I'm afraid this isn't really the place. It attempts to look something like a diner with it's booth seating, but falls short with a lack of decor and uninspired atmosphere. BUT - not all is lost! What it lacks in character, it makes up for in deliciousness and quality. The burgers are top notch (seriously, so good), the milkshakes are proper American style and the staff are extremely friendly. It's all a bit cheaper than other Burger-serving competitors, so it gets a nod from me. read more

I know it's called Burger and Shake but I'm giving this a 4 star for the wings. I'm all about the wings. I went for lunch with my colleague as we work pretty close by. We shared a pulled pork roll (juicy and totally yum), jalapeno burger (not hot enough for my liking but still good), coleslaw (portion was BIG and pretty good) and 4 buffalo wings (HEAVEN) plus 2 drinks. Did we over order for lunch - umm, yes but I won't admit it if you ever ask me. Side note. I want to have my say of: They count by whole wings hence 4 wings was really 8 pieces. I like that they did that cause that is a slight pet peeve of mine. The drumette is not a separate wing, TOGETHER with the mid-section (and tip) they make a WING! Lunch time can be busy here so maybe book a table if it's not a impromptu decision to come here. They do a £10 lunch deal as well, it's a drink, fries and a basic burger or cheese burger - I think that's pretty good if it's what you're looking for. Would definitely come again and recommend to people in the area. It's a bit pricey so not everyday lunch but definitely payday lunch! Now I guess I'll have to try the shakes next.... read more

Great little burger joint which excels at exactly what the name says. Menu is small, but DAAAMMMMN, they can make a GRRRRREAT burger cooked med-rare (like it should) in lovely soft bun with great salad and sauce. Fries are good too. Chilli con carne is great and shakes are SUUUUUPERB! Service is quick with friendly staff and they play cool tunes too. GREAT. read more

Burger and Shake - Standard 6oz Hamburger cooked med-rare with house fries. VERY nice! 8.5/10. Strawberry shake is AWESOME!! 10/10 :9 - Burgers Near Me - London, XGL

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Medium rare is the default here. Win. Prices and portions, though, aren't as competitive next to GBK. I'd like to think of my jalapeno burger as a really big slider. The stand-out for me are the milkshakes; you'll be pleased to know some can be firewater fortified. Very pleased to see salted caramel on the menu, how very Yankee. read more

Yum! I'm not the world's greatest burger fan being a pescatarian and veggie/fish burgers can often be a disappointment. However, it's difficult at the moment to avoid burgers as they seem to be available everywhere. However, Burger and Shake did not disappoint. It's a small restaurant with an American diner style decor. We sat in a booth which was a bit cosy. There are a range of burgers on the menu with sides and also a specials board. The milkshakes looked very tasty although also very filling so I declined although I may be tempted in future. There was also a range of bottled beers which seemed a bit expensive albeit from a non Londoners perspective. I had a shrimp burger which was a patty made from salmon and prawns which held it's shape well in addition to being very tasty. The bun and aioli sauce accompanied the patty well. We also shared chips and onion rings which came in good sized portions. The onion rings in particular were very good as they were crispy and not limp, Service was good although a discretionary service charge was applied to the bill which can be controversial for some. read more

So small and comfortable. I loved it. My friend and I ordered the house burger and the chicken sandwich, both were really good ! They cooked the burger at a perfect medium rare, so flavorful. We also ordered a side of fries which was good too. To finish off, we shared a chocolate shake that was delicious. The only thing I found odd was that there wasn't any extra napkins on the tables, when serving such delicious juicy burgers it tend to get messy. read more

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Yummy quaint restaurant! I am an American visiting London and came here for a quick lunch bite as I am staying at the Generator hostel near by. The restaurant is small and service is quick and great. I didn't think the price point was too bad, and remembering that you don't tip in most of Europe also makes the prices a little cheaper. I had the House Burger and it was delicious!! They do seem to prefer their burgers here a little less cooked than I would say is typical in America, so make sure to ask for Medium or Medium well to make sure the burger is cooked right. Burgers do not come with a side, so make sure to order a side if you are wanting a side! read more

It was a good burger and not that expensive! The food was ready in a couple of minutes and it was dilicious! Really would recommend this! read more

Burger and Shake - The menu! It was so hard to choose! - Burgers Near Me - London, XGL

Having a 5:30pm craving for a dirty, greasy, American style cheeseburger (without the Covent Garden queue!) I popped into this place as it's near my work. The deep blue decor helps create a nice ambience, but the breezy welcome felt a little too forced (I didn't really need TABLE FOR ONE? bellowed quite so loudly in a fast food joint). Food was disappointing - while it looked great in its glossy bun, the burger lacked seasoning and flavour - unforgivable if you're going to cook medium rare. The bun itself was bland too, which meant all I could really taste was pickles and mustard. Fries looked cheap and felt more greasy than crisp. And putting out a single paper napkin per person seems miserly - put a dispenser on the table! If you're going to charge this much (£14 with a Coke and service) you need to get the basics right every time, which wasn't the case on my visit. read more

Nice little place to grab a burger. I didn't try the milkshakes and they sounded pretty good. Burger was pretty standard and fairly pricey, but kinda what you expect. The decor was interesting, burger place come traditional pie and mash shop - I liked it. read more

My daughter and I went here on our first night in London and enjoyed it so much that we made sure to go back once more before leaving. The American Grilled Cheese was seriously the best I've ever had. It was not at all a typical grilled cheese sandwich - it was so rich and gooey and just delicious. The fries that came with it were perfectly crispy. My daughter had the Mac'n'cheese with bacon and loved it too. It was supposed to be a side order, but it was quite large and big enough for a meal for her. The service was quick and friendly too:) read more

The food was very tasty, and the house sauce was very good as well! They were very accommodating and understanding to food allergies (my brother is allergic to dairy), and were very helpful in finding substitutes or other menu options that he could eat. read more

Delicious burger and I had my first ever Bourbontun hard shake. Relaxed atmosphere and quick service.

Not great. Came here for lunch. Gor the chicken sandwich. The chicken was so dry and the sandwich itself had no flavor with only mayo for sauce. The fries were mediocre and they only serve soda out of a can. I'd skip this place. read more

Buffalo chicken burger and pulled pork hamburger were both great, mac and cheese perfect, service okay.

The food was excellent loved the jalapeño burger and the chili fries where superb. Such a cute burger shop with great service. 100% top recommend for me. read more

Burger and Shake - Our meal was so amazing the other day we had to come back for seconds. - Burgers Near Me - London, XGL

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Burger and Shake's shakes brought Andrew M., Katie B., and Rob H. to the yard and they were, like, it's better than a lot of places. Burger and Shake is a stone's throw from Russell Square tube station and, despite the small premises, I really like what they've done with the place. Although the setup is reminiscent of US diners (what with the booth seating), it's a little bit more upmarket, yet still feels cosy and relaxed. The menu isn't particularly extensive (well, that's in vogue at the moment), offering normal/cheese/cheese and bacon burgers, hotdogs, lobster rolls, and chicken wings. The burgers aren't bad - brioche rolls and good quality patties (even if they're a bit small compared to somewhere like Haché). I was a bit apprehensive about the cheeseburgers featuring American cheese, but it wasn't as offensive as it suggested. The patties themselves are tasty and juicy and cooked just right for me (a bit pink), and I didn't find any gristle in mine; the brioche roll was soft - no issues there for me; the pickles could've been a bit stronger tasting (Byron gets that right), but they were fine. The chips were similar to those served at In-and-Out burger. I was a bit on the fence - they taste pretty good, but the texture was a little bit cardboard-y, sort of halfway to crunchy but not quite. I think they need to refine them a bit, but it didn't stop me from eating the lot. We also got a plate of buffalo wings - the sauce itself was pretty potent (not that I have much experience with buffalo sauce), and the wings were decently sized; I thought the skin could've been crispier, but they were pretty good. We tried the chocolate, strawberry, and salted caramel shakes - I liked the consistency and flavour of each of them, although I found myself adding some of the table salt to the salted caramel (personal preference) which proceeded to sink to the bottom of the shake, making the last 1/5th very salted caramel. Overall, not a bad place - I really like its feel. It's difficult for me to rank the burgers - for me, they're not quite in Haché's league. They're comparable to Tommi's in Marylebone, but a bit pricier. Ultimately, this is more of a rounded-up 3.5 stars with bonus points for the friendly staff. Definitely one to come back to though! read more

My husband and I felt a little cheesy picking an "American-style" burger place for our first meal while visiting from The U.S., but Burger and Shake was right by our hotel. We loved it! Our burgers were cooked perfectly, and the staff was great. Fries were average, but my husband (a mac and cheese aficionado) rated the mac and cheese as the best he's ever had (with apologizes to his mother). We'll be sure to go back on our next visit! read more

The never-ending quest for the best burger continues! This time, Burger & Shake was up to bat. A new restaurant in the heart of Bloomsbury, Burger & Shake aims for cosy simplicity and it hits all the right notes. I know others have disparaged it for copying perhaps Shake Shack from NYC, Burger & Shake in Miami, and even Burger & Lobster here in London. But let's be honest, ever since McD's started serving up hamburgers and shakes for 10 cents back in the day, everything else has been a copy in some form or another. What matters is not where the original idea came from, but rather the execution of said idea. And when it comes to execution, Burger & Shake isn't perfect, but it does pretty damn well. First off, atmosphere. This is a small cosy shop with perhaps 8 booths seating 4 people and a couple of tables. Like most similar joints, it operates with a no reservations policy so get there early or be prepared to wait. At the moment, it's fairly unknown so you should be okay to get a seat in short order but I imagine it will start to fill up as word spreads. The staff are quite friendly and they use what looks like Samsung or Google tablets to take your order (yay tech!). Next, let's talk shakes. Since Rob H beat me to the obvious lyrical reference, I'll stick to what I know. As far as shakes go these are pretty good but they could be bigger. I always feel that a shake should be sufficiently large and/or thick that you can't finish it. I know it's a waste, but that's the experience I like. There are about 12 oz and moderately thick but still very easy to slurp up via a straw. The salted caramel was my preferred one although it benefitted from the extra salt added by Rob H. The chocolate tasted a tad too processed and reminded me of my chocolate protein shakes. I get the flavour they are aiming for, but it's just not natural. The strawberry was fairly mild and a pretty decent effort and I learned when it comes to shakes, Katie B dominates in taking them down. I had heard good things about the wings so naturally an order of those was in...well order. I find that most places here don't understand the concept of buffalo hot wings. B&S provides the best attempt I've seen to date with a sharp spicy hot sauce and a side of proper blue cheese dressing. The wings are almost perfect but could use a minute or two more in the fryer to give the skin a proper crispy crunch. The wings cooked just right with tender juicy flesh and large enough to be satisfying. I would have liked to see more dressing on the side (seriously, a tiny thimbleful is not enough for 16 wings), but that's a minor issue easily remedied. Finally, we get to the main event - the burger. We all opted for the house burger which is basically the hamburger (menu item #1) + American cheese (thus making it the cheeseburger which is offering #2) + cured bacon + condiments. First, let's see what they did well. The brioche bun was soft, fluffy, perfectly golden brown, and held together pretty well despite the amount of meat juice and sauces. The burger patty was cooked to perfection and exhibited a juicy texture with plenty of pink and a rich meaty taste. The bacon was a nice touch although I wish they had trimmed the each of the fat off - you know, that bit that is stringy and catches in your teeth? I didn't even notice pickles and a bit more acidity would have been a nice touch. Another minor gripe was the slight dryness to the edge of the brioche which tugged at the teeth with every bite and made it feel as if the bun was just a tad stale. However, my major issue is with the size of the burger. It's tiny! For £9, I want more than a measly 6oz of meat as that is nowhere near enough to fill me up. The waitress suggested I could always order two burgers but for close to £20, I'd expect something spectacular as they would start encroaching on Bar Bolud territory. Finally, I opted for the only dessert on the menu in order to give you, my faithful readers, a complete review. The dessert was a peanut butter and chocolate cheesecake - essentially attempting to be a Reeses peanut butter cup. Which is fine but you need the get all the flavours in there. The peanut taste was well balanced with enough flavour you got the idea but not so much you felt that you had been digging into a jar of Skippy's chunky. The chocolate, however, was non-existent and a bit of a let down as I was expecting that sweet milky taste to balance out the nuttiness. Overall, an alright dessert but I wish I had skipped it and settled for a chocolate fondant at home. Well there you have it. As far as London burgers go, it's above average but not enough to break into the top 3 due to its small size and thus poor value proposition. As far as a burger place, I quite enjoyed it for the atmosphere, décor, and speed of service. And for those of you keeping track, that's #400. read more

I traveled north, south , east and west through the UK and without a doubt the burgers we enjoyed here were the finest we sampled over our entire trip. I wish they were this good somewhere in California!! read more

Just dreadful. Frozen chips, burger that was both tasteless and horrible, a milkshake that tasted processed and, dare I say it, fatty. The whole thing was just... overly fatty and disgusting. Would've been better off at McDonald's or at the nearby GBK. Bumper prices, substandard everything else, including service. read more

Best Burger i had in a long time. If you're looking for simple food and great burgers come here. Very relaxed atmosphere.