I need to write more "good" reviews and after grabbing pickup at Butcher Burger while we were staying nearby, I'm so happy to give this place 5 stars. I found their combo with two kids burgers so satisfying for the desire of a time when that company we don't visit anymore had reasonable prices. I was happy to pay Butcher's prices because it was so much better than even the memories of those other burgers were. But the real reason I HAD to write this glowing review is that we also got the onion rings. These onion rings are the best damn onion rings I've ever had. I got full on the burgers and fries and first helping of rings. Then a few hours later I polished off the rest of the rings. This place is a jewel you should not miss, especially if you need a break from seafood. read more

I'll start by saying I'm not a seafood person, but I do love a good burger. This was honestly one of the best burgers and fries I've ever had. The burger was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. We also ordered the salt and vinegar fries, and I highly recommend adding those. They were amazing! We stumbled upon this place on our last day of the trip, otherwise, we definitely would've come back a second time before heading home. I highly recommend making a stop! read more

Butcher Burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

What a great find on a rainy night! Both servers were outstanding even though they were slammed! Great smiles, warm welcome, frequent check-ins! Then the burgers came out and what great flavor! I had the House burger with Caramelized onions, withheld the jalapeños, and thoroughly enjoyed it!!! Husband had the Cheeseburger, no onion! He raved about his as well! The fries with the Butcher sauce on the side to dip in were yummy! Do yourself a favor and stop here! Wasn't our original dinner plan, but Wow was it great!!! read more

Sat on the patio enjoying the beautiful evening roll in while treating myself to a delightful Maine lobster roll. Cocktails were amazing, server was attentive, and I am still dreaming of the very crisp salt & vinegar fries. Don't miss this spot. read more

Butcher Burger - Lobster roll - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

Great service. I got the Butcher Burger and boy it was good. I sat at the bar area window seat, but there was also outdoor seating. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Food came out fast and OMG the fries were amazing! read more

Just a half block off Commercial Street, this tiny, casual eatery-- with stool and counter seating inside and actual tables outside-- specializes in smashburgers but offers veggie burgers, lobster rolls, wings, and fish sandwiches as well. They also have a modest selection of well-chosen beers on tap and in cans. -- Bacon Bacon burger: I tried this on two separate visits, once adding caramelized onion to its standard configuration of house patty (a 50-50 blend of beef and pork), block sauce (think spicy ranch), bacon strips, bacon jam, and cheddar. The toppings all worked out great, with the bacon strips the standout by far: plentiful, tinted red from the cure (flavor galore), and both crispy and bendy in the same bite. On the downside, there's a dense bun to get through, diluting the deliciousness and moisture. The pork component in that patty suggests extra juiciness, but on one of the visits it was pretty dry--and smashburgers need not be dry. So I loved one and merely liked the other. I know it's 2026, but $20 for a burger without fries is a little pricey. If you get the love version instead of the like, it's worth it. -- Fries: Old school crinkle cuts cooked hot and crisp, available with sea salt or salt and vinegar. The menu has the smallest at $7, but with the burger it was only $3, a bargain that mitigated the $20 burger price tag. And they were very good. Service was great once, abysmal once (long wait for the check, long wait to pick up my credit card). On a third try in between, I sat on a stool for about 15 minutes trying to get noticed and wound up leaving. Lots of chitchat among the servers, both out front and back in the kitchen. Service doesn't seem to be something management prioritizes. So there's some good, some great, and some not-so-great. Could be a 3 or a 4, but I'm optimistically rounding up based on the excellent first experience and generally good food quality. read more

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It feels like a crime to review a burger restaurant without having tried a burger, but we found this place while looking for a quick lunch that had a gluten-free bun for a lobster roll and were interested in checking it out. We ordered the fish tacos and a hot lobster roll on a gluten-free bun. The fish tacos were fried haddock and my boyfriend said that they were delicious. They were topped with fresh veggies and sauce and smelled fantastic. Additionally, the size of the fish pieces were really generous. My lobster roll was delicious (how can a lobster roll not be). The fries themselves were fantastic, "crispy on the outside and soft on the inside" crinkle cut, although the block sauce wasn't anything special (like a mayo-ketchup?). We also shared the Painkiller cocktail, which was a fruity coconut pineapple drink that was extremely refreshing. The waitstaff was excellent; there was one lovely lady working the bar and taking orders. The restaurant was tiny inside and a little dirty (walls greasy and dusty), but it is a burger place that specializes in greasy food, so it's a little expected. My biggest gripe with the restaurant is the fact that fries do not come with the meals and have to be ordered separately for a $5 charge. Although the fries are delicious, I would have preferred them to be included with the sandwiches. That being said, I'd stop by here again to try some of their other menu items. read more

Butcher Burger - Lobster roll on a gluten free bun with fries and block sauce - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Been wanting to try this place but it is tiny and usually packed when I walk by, today I lucked out so here we are. It is a tiny bar area and some seats at the window, very intimate. You hopefully like the people you are with lol.. I ordered the house .... I originally wanted the melt but it came on TX toast and not rye so I went in another direction. (Nothing against the Texas, I just was craving rye) The bun is so soft, the burger even though cooked through was juicy, the flavors went well together. Did not disappoint and I'll be back to try more, maybe even the melt!! read more

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Out to pick up tickets for an event on a Thursday and decided to stay to eat. A burger sounded good. We saw a place around the corner so off we went. Located in the Old Port they offer outdoor seating to expand seating. This restaurant is SMALL! Be aware that they only have stool seating, no low tables or chairs. We walked in and started looking for the rest of the restaurant and what you see, is it. Thankful for the seats at the bar. Menu is unique with various spins on the staple burger. We decided to share the Bacon bacon burger with some fries. Beers on tap, various signage with cows, chickens, and a pig to symbolize the variety offered. Bartender/server was social with all and happy to answer any questions. Gentleman I sat next to is a construction worker who's here for an extended stay while building says he's here twice a week the burgers are so good. We shall see. Burger and fries a short time after ordering. Burger was very good, bacon bacon bacon YUM!! Fries were crispy outside and tender inside. Billing is a first, NOTHING comes with your $20 burger, nothing! Fries are an additional charge. Unusual and costly. $30 total for a burger and fries is steep. It was very good, but not sure we will return. read more

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It's a testament to how great their burgers are that I'm willing to cram myself into the crowded little shoebox they have amongst the chaos of wharf street to eat them. I can never have enough of their "block sauce", which is something like a ketchup mayo secret sauce that many places have (but something stands out particularly about theirs). I usually get takeout (because of aforementioned cramped space) but if it's a slower day it's a nice place to sit at the bar. read more

Butcher Burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

Love this place! I have had to wait for a few minutes as the place was packed at almost 6pm. We were seated pretty quickly though. Our party of four each ordered a different item from the menu. My pick was their House Burger which had bacon, caramelized onions and jalapeños. Hubby chose the Texas burger which he had tried previously. My stepson selected the Bacon Bacon and his girlfriend ordered the chicken and waffle sandwich. We all shared as 1 lb. side of French fries. Everyone enjoyed the food here. The server does a fantastic job. Seating is limited (bar style) so it's not recommended for big groups. Prices are a bit high but you get what you pay for. Butcher Burger does burgers right. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Finally made it to Butcher Burger. A tiny little place with bar seats plus 4 seats against the opposite wall. Place smells like burgers cooking!! If it wasn't so windy we could have sat outside. The French fries were perfect, nice & crunchy on the outside & soft on the inside.Infact they are heads above Duckfats French fries. The hamburgers are quite substantial. To me they were so so but I'm a fan of char broiled burgers not griddled. Olivia the waitress/ was extremely kind & very helpful. read more

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Good burgers and good service. A little pricey, but probably normal for Portland. They were very accommodating to my husbands request for no bun. read more

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-Outside /inside seating with umbrellas -Nice staff Salads -burgers - crispy chx sandwich -fries etc Drinks all kinds available Beer, cocktails & soda Love mini onion pcs on hamburgers - Fries- so homemade and delicious ( huge order) Would go back again read more

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The burgers are good don't get me wrong but the french fries specifically the salt and vinegar french fries are the star of the show. Love vinegar on my french fries at Old Orchard Beach but hate house soggy it makes the french fries. They do some kind of magic that keeps the fries crispy. Overpriced for sure but it's the old port so you kind of expect that. A burger fries and a cup of ice water with tip was about $30. read more

Good burgers. Very good fries. Good lobster roll. Indoors was dark and felt cramped, so we opted for the outdoor seating. We enjoyed it. Sometimes outdoor seating gets you forgotten, but that was not the case here. Server was attentive. Food was good, but not phenomenal. Just a good burger joint. With good service. Sometimes that's all you need. read more

Butcher Burger - Lobster roll - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

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What a surprise and hidden gem! Small, hidden away, but worth a trip. The waitress greeted us as if we were regulars. Full disclosure, I don't like burgers. We ordered burgers. This was the best burger I've ever had. I could you not. It was cooked to perfection, the accoutrements mixed well, and it put a smile on my face. Walking down the street, this hole in the wall, easy to miss. One sign outside. Take note go in to indoors or out. They serve beer and cocktails, but no wine, if that bothers you. At first, we questioned why, order cocktails, and enjoyed every sip. read more

Love this Burger Joint! Hamburger's are awesome! Fries are crazy good and bring about 10 friends to help you eat one order of onion rings! Evelyn took great care of us behind the bar, and she has such a GREAT attitude! So glad we stopped in here today! read more

Butcher Burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

When we first arrived, everything started off well. Our server was friendly and attentive. We ordered the Butcher Burger with fries to share, and unfortunately, it was very disappointing. The burger itself was dry, and the egg was overcooked, though the fries were excellent. When our server noticed we hadn't finished the burger, she asked how everything was. We honestly told her we didn't really enjoy it. She then said she was going to see if she could have it taken off the bill. We never asked for that, but she offered. A few minutes later, she returned looking uncomfortable, handed us the check, and said the manager had decided not to remove it from the bill. It made the whole interaction feel awkward for both us and the server. The food wasn't good, and the way the situation was handled left a bad impression. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. read more

We've been here several times and the food is always delicious. The burgers are tasty and perfectly cooked, the Choza Fries are great to share (or not) and the buffalo chicken sandwich makes me feel like angels are dancing on my taste buds. The service is second-to-none. Everyone is always so friendly and they get our order correct every time. Special shoutout to Lotus! She is so great and she even remembers my custom drink order every time we go! If you're looking for a delicious meal, a laid-back atmosphere and superb service, stop. I mean it. Stop it. Right now. Yes, you. Stop whatever you're doing and get down to Butcher Burger! read more

Butcher Burger is in the Heart of Old Port in Portland Maine.....Small inside with essentially just a bar and a few small seats but also offers outside dining when the weather allows. Lobster Roll was tasty and the fries were good but I found the Onion Rings to be the star of the show, some of the best I have ever had. It is certainly a place I would return to if visiting Portland again.... 4.2 out of 5 read more

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If you want a housemade burger, this is the spot. Abby did fantastic under pressure and was very knowledgeable with the beer selection. Also, they're quite eco friendly if you're feeling guilty about red meat. read more

The burger is huge. They did not ask us how we like it cooked. The place is small, wicked overpriced, and I am tired of fries everywhere.

This place is very small so seating is limited. Service was excellent. The bacon bacon burger was excellent! The salt & vinegar fries had a good bit of vinegar on them but not quite enough salt. All of the sauces tasted good. I'd definitely come here again if in the area! read more

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These dudes smack together the best burger in the state. Forget the lobster roll...Texas burger all day baby! read more

Excellent service and the food was great. They have an outdoor seating area but they are limited on the inside. Very small and only a couple of tables but they do have a long counter with benches. If you eat here once it will be the beginning of a long burger eating experience. The burgers are delicious!! read more

This place is very overpriced. The burgers don't even come with french fries or a side. You have to pay about seven dollars more for a side of french fries you also will be waiting a very long time. The burger itself was phenomenal, but I don't think I would ever come back because of the overpriced dinner and the 25 minute wait for a waitress to check in on you. Be warned the burgers are also made with bacon in the patties. It is not told to you unless you ask. read more

Strawberry Lemonade: Weak flavor, needed more lemon and sugar. Tasted watered down. 3/10 (boyfriend thought it was a 7/10). Fries: Regular salted fries were crispy but plain (5/10). Salt & vinegar fries were much better, crunchy and flavorful (8/10) but very greasy. House Burger: Decent, but the patty was a little dry and the flavors felt heavy. The bacon was dull and added nothing to the party. 7/10. Surf & Turf Burger: The lobster was surprisingly good and actually the best part of the whole meal. 8/10. Overall: Everything felt a bit heavy, but the lobster was the unexpected star. The service was excellent, which really helped balance the experience. read more

Butcher Burger - House - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

One of the most amazing burger establishments I have experienced to date. They have the BEST French fries EVER! I love their burgers but they also have great drinks like the spicy Margarita. read more

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After eating so much lobster, I couldn't take it anymore. My husband still wanted another lobster roll. We decided on this place, it was the best of both worlds. The place is pretty small but we sat on the patio and it was great. I got the basic cheeseburger, we shared a Cesar salad and he got the crab and lobster roll. It was all phenomenal.. my burger was probably one of the best burgers I've had. My husband said the lobster crab roll was one of the best in Portland. The Cesar salad was pretty pricey for a salad but it was still good! The service was great as well. Highly recommend this place. read more

Butcher Burger - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

Great burger bar. Flavor was just right. The fries were almost as tasty as Duck Fat. I loved the house sauce they give you. Ask for extra if you like a little heat. The Bacon burger is an easy go to. But we also had the fish sandwich that was a little over fried. But the taste was spot on. Again ask for extra tartar sauce or house sauce if you like a little spice. The server / bartender was very accommodating and helpful for my daughter that has some sesame allergy. Most of the food was safe for her. read more

Went with my boyfriend for lunch. It was fairly busy so we sat at the bar. I had the Big bird and he had a burger on a gluten-free bun. The fries are also gluten free and delicious. A winner for us. The food and the service were great. We would definitely go back. read more

Cool ambiance. Awesome service (we sat at the bar). Burgers are pricey but easily THE BEST burger I think I've ever had. I went with the House burger. Sea salt fries were great too. Highly recommend this place. read more

This was the best burger I have ever eaten! Great service and great food very very fresh!

The food was great! And Sadie was wonderful. Best fries I've ever tasted and my friend said the bacon & bacon jam burger was the best burger she's ever had. Definitely glad we chose this spot for dinner! read more

Cool spot but it's pretty expensive for a burger bar. I will say the burger, lobster roll, and sides were all excellent but it wouldn't be a spontaneous burger spot. They give hefty quantities for the sides too which is appreciated. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rated 4/5 stars due to tight space and price. Great location! read more

Butcher Burger - Lobster roll, French fries, burger, onion rings - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Using yelp, I wanted to find the best burger place in portland and butcher burger did not disappoint! The inside didn't really have too much in the way of seating but the outside seating was a lot more accommodating. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and funny too! We got the onion rings to start and not only were they so crispy but for one order we got so many that our party of 7 couldn't finish! The block sauce was sooo good too. For the burgers I got the bacon bacon which was really good because the sweetness of the bacon jam and the tanginess of the block sauce really create a truly awesome flavor experience. The others got the texas and the big mini mcmac, and while they both said they were good, making the mini mcmac big was definitely too much burger to handle so only get it if you're really hungry! Something to also keep in mind is that everything is a la carte, so fries were not included with the burger. And I think that's a good thing because the burger and onion rings together make a perfect 5 stars. However, the fries that we did end up getting for the table (not pictured) were too greasy and did not have enough salt on them, and for an additional 8 dollars that was really unfortunate. The crinkle cut shape was fun though! Overall, they do know burgers very well, and the onion rings and block sauce are amazing! Definitely worth coming back to! read more

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Unbelievable fabulous Food. Fabulous service wonderful people, ambience unbelievable. we love love loved it, and we have told many many of our friends about it read more

I hold burger places to the highest of standards. Butcher Burger is quite *good*, but not quite *great*. The space itself leaves a little more to be desired. It's small and a bit cramped. This is the sort of space I would expect 'greasy spoon' sort of prices, but not gourmet prices. I poorly chose a seat, seemingly right under a vent, which was putting out cold air, even though it was also cold outside. The burger patty itself was nice. It's a bacon/beef mix and you can taste that, but because of this, they have to cook it to specific standards and it did look kind of anemic. I like it on the rare side when places allow. The bun was fridge-cold, which I wasn't a fan of. It's loaded with jarred pickles (maybe house-made, but the sort that's been soaking in brine) and diced iceberg. White onion. Tomate. It's okay. I won't go out of my way to come here nor would I recommend it to anyone, but I wasn't angry when I left. Staff was friendly, but too expensive for the overall experience. read more

Butcher Burger - Escargots aux petites courgettes. - Burgers Near Me - Portland, Maine

Positively the best burgers we have ever had. Love the outside seating area! This is our second time to this establishment and it did not disappoint! We will visit every time we are in Portland. The salt and vinegar fries are amazing as well! read more