Scrolling through our explore page on Instagram is a great way for us to find new local burger joints, and one that seemed to be countlessly popping up is Royal Stacks. It is definitely one of the larger burger restaurants that we have been to. It is spacious and has plenty of tables - which were definitely needed! We went on Thursday at lunchtime and it was very busy, yet the service was still fast and efficient. It has a nice overall set up and a great atmosphere. We had an enjoyable dining experience. It is set up in a fast food style - as after you order you are given a restaurant pager so you can be notified of when your food is ready to be collected. We had 'the King' and the 'Bacon Bacon'. The bun of the King burger was really nice and soft which made it easier to eat. The burger itself did not have a whole lot on it, but it was still big and packed with plenty of flavour which is the most important thing. The beef patty tasted juicy and was cooked well. We personally think lettuce and tomato are always nice on a burger, as well as a mixture of sauces. The mac and cheese croquette was definitely a stand out. It was so delicious and cheesy, and it was just the right size to not overpower the whole burger. It held nice and firmly in the burger too which was great. If you order a burger without the mac and cheese croquette, it can easily be added to a different burger for only $3.50, which is awesome! The Bacon Bacon was yummy too - having double of all the goodies!We got a large serving of cheesy potato gems as a side. They were well priced at $7.20 and were plenty for both of us. It looked like melted cheese was just poured over them so we were a little disappointed at first - but once we started eating them, we discovered the cup with the gems in it was filled with cheese sauce. The prices of the burgers on their menu ranges from $8.90 to $13.90. We thought that this pricing was quite reasonable. Their sides and add-ons were well priced too. We look forward to going back and having more delicious food. read more

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As an American in Australia, I've got to admit this whole American-style burger fad is incredibly hilarious. All my Australian friends wanted to do was take me out to burgers, and Royal Stacks was at the top of the list for the best burgers in the area. I was not disappointed, I got a huge greasy burger that'd make any bald eagle cry. Kudos Royal Stacks, you've got it down. If you're eating here, you've got to try an exotic import beer with your burger for the full experience. Coors Light is $9, and if you want to be eating burgers like a REAL AMERICAN you'll need at least two of these. Paying $9 for a Coors Light in Australia was the most absurd thing I did on my trip, and I'm still laughing about it. ($9 back in the US buys you... 6, if not 12 Coors Lights.) read more

The vegetarian burger tastes good with its chickpea patty, slice of tomato, cheese and sauce. However it is a small burger and not worth $11.50!!! Extortionate pricing. The chips with cheese sauce were limp and cold and I wouldn't purchase them again. I would like to try their sweet frozen custards, however I'm not I'm any rush to come back to this over rated, over priced, fast food burger joint. read more

This place is amazing: the customer service is impressive!! As a person with unusual food allergies I am always so appreciative when food places understand that I am not trying to be difficult and spend the time & energy to help me figure out what I can have from their menu. Really sets me up to enjoy a meal out. This burger place has that level of customer service. So now to choose- their basic sing glee party burger with a sauce that's not listed on the menu! Oh & that burger was SOOOOO tasty! The onion rings are breaded but light and delish! The small fries were a good size and fresh! If I were a Local this would be my regular burger joint! read more

Perfect balance of condiments, beef, bun & salads. Organic house made patties... No wonder the patty was deliciously juicy & full of flavour! I will be back :) read more

The only place I've ever been where the food looked as good in reality as an ad photo of it. Maybe the best burger I've ever had. The fries were also superb. The only comparison I can make is with 5 Guys, my only other 5-star burger & fries place. read more

You can see it's definitely a popular lunch spot during the weekdays as its situated amongst all the offices on Collins st. I tried both the original royal stacks burger and the miss elizabeth burger. Both were delicious but I think i preferred the miss elizabeth burger because of that truffle mayo ! the burgers are pretty simple and reminds me of the burgers of in-and-out and shake shack if you're familiar with the LA and NY burgers. It's a place I will keep going to for sure. read more

Ordered via deliveroo, allergy instructions were completely ignored by the restaurant so food delivered was inedible. Restaurant was uncontactable afterwords (called 8 times only to get a recorded message, left a message, was not called back) ended up having to cook at home instead! read more

Good burgers. A bit pricey for the quantity but at least not oily as their competitors!

Came here for a quick lunch and really enjoyed the burger I ordered. It was the basic one - and thought it was a good choice as it was my first time here. The burger was juicy and very tasty. We ordered fries to share and potato gems too. The cheese sauce was a bit of a letdown - not so tasty and I would have preferred if we didn't order it with cheese sauce. Overall a nice burger place to go to. read more

Had the salted caramel custard and it was very very amazing highly recommend the cement mixer great new spin on custard

The directions to this place lead you to a back alley, but this place is on Collins Street. Much bigger than I anticipated. I've been going to Huxtaburger every visit to Melbourne, but I thought I'd try something different. Packed in a Saturday night, but somehow seating is always available. Eclectic mix of people, 80s music, four big TVs, lots of 2-seater tables that can be pushed together easily. Burger was pretty good. Ordered the single stack and a beer - $18. They have local beer on tap and in bottles, but a tiny selection. I forgot to order the potato gems, so a good excuse to come back. The vanilla custard was cold, smooth and creamy. Very nice. read more

Everything was ate was amazing.. We shared a main and 4 appetisers.. Dessert was ridiculous! I'm moving in

So incredibly disappointed in this burger. Cardboard bun. Skinny beef patty. One piece of lettuce and some non - descript slice of cheese all smothered in some awful, yellow, highly salted sauce. Not even a slice of tomato or gerkin. Paired together with greasy, salty potato gems that leave a chemical taste in your mouth. All this for $17. Yuck. read more

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One of the best burger places in Melbourne. Been twice now and liked it more than the first. We'll be back again.

Definitely one of the top burger groups in Melbourne who also own Grand Trailer Park Taverna, Motorhome Majestic and Truckstop Deluxe. Good menu selection and tasty burgers. read more

I had the bacon bacon burger. This had the perfect combo of meat, bun and sauce. The burger was a good size and not overly filling which left room for a side of fresh fries. One of the top American burgers in Melbourne, just go off peak to avoid the queue! read more

The burgers were small ad somewhat expensive. They tasted good and I guess thats what matters most really. The vegie burger is tiny and lackluster so dont come here if you want a vego feed. read more

Burgers were OK, not as good as I had expected. A little bland, and some of the guys in the group commented the burgers were small. I personally prefer 8-bit for this cuisine. read more

What a great burger place in Brunswick. We have been here a few times. The burgers are delicious, the cheesy fries, albeit a fatty indulgence are really good and they go very well with the burgers, needless to say. Burgers, top notch. American style free refill soft drink too, now this I like. The decor is somewhat 80's abstract chic mixed with New York subway (perhaps). Not sure if it works well but who cares, they have free refills!! The prices are a little on the steep side but what burger place in Australia nowadays isn't? The staff are friendly and patient and the first time we went there we were offered free ice team samples, if only they came after the meal and not before. Go and give it a shot. Gets busy on Friday evenings at about 6:30 onwards. read more

Good burger joint. Loved the bacon bacon burger even with just one Patti. Fries good and clearly done in new oil. Great service and staff attitudes. Would go here again. read more

Went for the free burger. We had the voucher's on our phone's, lined up for half a hour. Only to be told someone should have given us a red ticket at the door. We came all the way onto the citty from stkilda, waited in line for half an hour for nothing. Very disappointed with royal stacks. We are now at grilled and very happy with our burgers. read more

The Frozen Peanut Butter Custard was SO delicious! Intense Peanut Butter flavour, just how I like it =)

Very great burgers, the same as Shake Shack in US. It's a little bit pricy, and if you're on diet don't go there :)

Great burger, beer on tap and milkshakes. I had the beer, hubby had a milkshake. Ice cream (or custard) was so good Burgers were good and potato gems (tater tots) were crispy and tasty. read more

American inspired burgers with an Aussie twist so yummy and great service my husbands comment on his bacon bacon was "now that's a burger" the frozen custard is to die for and there is a miss pacman machine!!! I didn't want to leave. Also the toilets are unisex so great for my trans friends. read more

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