Review Ben's Burgers - Brisbane

Been wanting to give this place a go as many rave about their burgers. They are hidden in an alleyway and have a simple menu selection. Maybe I had too high of an expectation. The burgers priced at $12 wasn’t reflected in the size; it was quite small at that price point. Especially with a side and drink, it can easily turn into a $30 meal per person. Service is also questionable, depending on staff. Don’t get me wrong though, it was a definitely a decent burger with real soft buns and flavourful patty. There just wasn’t anything bad or amazing, and I wouldn’t mind getting my burger fix elsewhere as parking in the valley can get quite difficult too.

I did not know this place would be so yum, but it waS. The choc peanut butter milkshake was awesome my friend really vibed it. The burgers were awesome. Yassified brisbane the girlies give it a 10/10 on the slay scale. You made a couple of queens very happy 🙂 my friend had chilli fries and said they were a religious experience like the Vatican church but brisbane in a minced meat form.

Cherry cola 🌟 Chilli fries was okay.. the burger was A weapon 🌟🌟🌟🌟 But a bit dry and overcooked though.. next time I would ask them to make it pinkish. 😉 And super friendly staff.. 🌟 Definitely worth the travel.

Modest range of burgers on their menu - the ingredients are fresh, good quality, reasonably sized and priced. Tucked away in a seeming alleyway that is surrounded by other vibey stores. The burgers itself - sauces lean towards the tart side and the size of their burgers could be bigger given the price point. Not a bad feed overall; and parking is challenging around the area.

I was a bit concerned due to some other comments about burger sizes but they were well sized and I was very full by the end of my meal. (and I am a solid lad) Amazing burger with perfect amount of sauce. Very friendly staff. If the weather is bad I would avoid this venue as the majority of seating is outdoors. But on a pleasant evening like the one I visited it was awesome.

Thought I would finally check out this burger joint after hearing so much about it, had high expectations. I like how the menu is very basic and not many options. The burger was good, but didn't have a lot of flavour. I liked the bun they used. The chips where fresh and good quality oil was used. Enjoyed the special sauce. Decent price. Service could have been better, I had an issue checking in and the guy flat out said well you can't eat here (very rudely) based on that, wouldn't go back.

İt's the little things like the staff remembering my allergies, even when I'm too boat legged to do so myself. It's these types of interactions that make a place as awesome to visit as this one. These staff are some cool cats dude. Oh, flavour balanced burgers that aren't oily, win win.

As far as burger joints go. Ben's ticks all the boxes. Good quality burger and chips. Fast, efficient and friendly service. Location is a bit random.

Really really like the burgers, the cheese burgers are the best, also you should try the loaded fries, spicy and yummy. The good things are there are not a lot of things on the menu, they are good at what they do with a good focus. I always go there.

This was the first burger joint i tried in brisbane, nice juicy burger really fresh ingredient, mine had jalapeno in it which was the special burger they were doing at that time. Really a 4.5 but leaning towards better half of 4.5 so 5 it is.

I’m a burger fiend and will eat Ben’s Burgers about 1-2 x week (mostly from ubereats, sometimes I’ll eat in). I’ve tried most burger joints in Brisbane city but this is hands down my absolute fav! <br/><br/>I’m super traditional with my burger preferences, I like American style burgers with a beef patty, cheese, tomato, pickles, onions, lettuce, tomato sauce, mustard and mayo... so Bens’ Classic option is basically my ideal burger in real life. In fact, I’m such a fan that I haven’t branched out and tried any of their other options!<br/><br/>If you’re eating in, they have cool, causal surrounds with really good hip hop music... last time I was there my boyfriend was happy because they were playing NBA on TV... Great burgers, great music and NBA, what more could you want? (In my BF’s opinion lol)<br/><br/>The meat patties are juicy, a good size and seasoned and cooked perfectly. Their milk buns which soft, fluffy with just the right amount of chewiness.<br/><br/>They use the classic American sauces, American cheese and have a good arrange of drinks, my favourite being the peanut butter chocolate thickshake and housemade cherry cola. If you’re eating in they have a selection of beer and spiced rum but no wine.<br/><br/>FYI if you’re picky, like having lots of options or like fancy-schmancy non traditional burgers, this is not the place for you. There are no alterations and there are only three burger choices + 1 monthly burger special. But what Ben’s lack in options they well and truly make up for in quality. This is the place to go if you want a bloody delicious American style burger. <br/><br/>

Went for a weekend in Brisbane for a friends wedding so thought I would finally try the famed ben’s burgers. To put it simply it didn’t disappoint. <br/><br/>On order: classic burger, fries and side of special sauce<br/><br/>I had a bite of the classic and it was good but something was definitely lacking to bring it all together. I added the special sauce and wow. <br/><br/>This was one tasty burger! Patty was moist juicy and cooked a perfect medium rare, the bun was one of the best I’ve tasted. <br/><br/>Overall bens burgers deserves the 5 stars only negative I would give is there isn’t one in Melbourne!

One of the best shakes I’ve had in Brisbane (and I drink a lot of shakes) I was even pleasantly surprised when the milkshake was pretty much a thickshake. Nice area and decor, although the location is a little hard to find. Nice crispy chips and the burgers are juicy (I do understand why they have the no ingredient changes policy although I do think they might miss business because of it) Nice staff and overall a nice little hang out.

Very decent burgers (well cooled meat patties and just simple which ain't a bad thing) here but just a bit on the small side. I would prefer a bigger burger considering what you are paying. That prevents it from getting more than a 4 from me! That said, one of the better burger joints in Brissie!<br/><br/>*****<br/>Take note that this is of course all based on my unqualified opinion!<br/><br/>My considerations: 1. Food 2. Value 3. Service 4. Atmosphere

We're regulars here now. Tried the best and keep coming back to Ben's Burgers and that includes places like in n out and shake shack. Great patties, love the special sauce and the chili fries are so meaty! Both locations and each visit has been consistent with the food!

The rudest staff I have ever experienced anywhere. Add to that they have a very limited menu and unwilling to adjust for people's dietary needs.

We love Ben's and visit about once a week for a burger fix and it never disappoints. The burgers are fricken amazing, the best I've ever had, anywhere, ever. We head down hoping the queue isn't too long and get our usual order of a couple of classics, some chips to share and a couple of cokes and wait excitedly. Both inside and outside seating are nice.  The staff are usually friendly and it always looks like they're having fun, which is nice. Always a very pleasant/funky atmosphere.<br/><br/>A 'must visit' if you're in the Valley!

Best burgers in brisbane, testes like an authentic American burger. By far better than burger urge, grilled, and miel container. I recommend getting the cheesy burger well done. The chicken burger is also very good but not as filling. The chilli fries and shakes are are also authentic.

Delicious burger and chips. Service was friendly. Sat in the laneway with our two dogs. Water was brought out for the dogs. Met the local Winn Lane dog. Very friendly. Environment was relaxed. Just what I needed.

Awesome burgers! Only tried it for the first time today and I must say the burgers to die for! Ordered the classic burger and it was on point, all the ingredients were fresh.

The hamburger is too small for the price, and it comes without chips... I can say that the staff is friendly and the milkshake is really good.<br/>

Excellent burgers! Great crispy delicious chips to compliment their delicious burgers. Very well priced...one of my fave places in Brisbane.

Great tasting simple burgers with add ons such as bacon 🥓. Recommend trying this place out with few mates for a social gathering. Burgers along with sides will be filling and your meal should only take about 10-15mins to prepare.

I'm all sad and twisted up that Queensland are getting towelled by the Blues, so I thought I'd reminisce about happier times. Ben's Burgers is simple and effective. Not much choice on the menu, but there doesn't need to be when it tastes this good. The highlight for me was the strawberry jam milkshake that tasted like a liquefied Macca's sundae. This is a good thing. The Wife thought her vege burger was a bit soggy, but it sounded like a personal problem to me. Also, the chilli fries aren't just hot – there's meat involved. Also a fail for my lady, but just meant more food for big poppa. Result.

Holy shit... I thought it was just a cheesy burger with added bacon. It was like heavenly. I want 100 more please. If I die from being a fat bastard from eating these burgers it would be totally worth it.

Not a large menu (3 burgers to choose from along with sides and drinks) but what they do, the do well. A small space tucked down a laneways with an American diner style. The Classic burger is full of flavour that is sometimes hard to get at burger joint. The milkshakes come out cold and thick which is nice.

Great burgers.  Kids loved them also.  Situated in a nice quiet area of the valley is Bens little burger joint.  Although burger restaurants are becoming a lot more prominent in Brisbane few continue to churn our consistent delicious burgers like Bens!

Good burgers, sad you can't manipulate them slightly more. Little pricey too for what you get. Cool atmosphere and good drink options. Overall good, not great.

There's no shortage of boutique burger restaurants in Brisbane; but Bens is by far the best. <br/><br/>In a relaxed and vibey laneway, tucked away in the heart of the valley. If you want a classic, American style burger look no further. Ben's style is very simplistic. Three delicious burgers, no alterations. Super refreshing to see a Brisbane restaurant taking this approach. <br/><br/>Highly recommend this place if you're ever looking for a place to grab a bite in Brisbane.

Burger is quite promising. They do a lot of ubereats services, you might have to wait a little but this little burger joint makes some mean burgers. Would recommend the peanut butter milkshake and also add on the double patty for your burger. This is a good place for a few boys hang out!

Been here twice now and love the simplicity of the burgers they are completely delicious. We tried the Cheesey and the Classic and both are so good for the price! The homemade cherry cola is also  a good pick! The only let down is the front of house staff seem miserable. Not really quality service but you get what you pay for! I just would have thought a funky place like this we would have seen some smiles.  Burgers to go next time!

Obsessed with burger shops and have heard great things about Ben's, but it's so disappointing that you can't ask for something to be left out of the burger. Doesn't make much sense to limit the market to people that enjoy everything in their burgers. Feels like excluding people for having a different preference.

Didn't actually end up eating there but I've had there food before and I was impressed. Except they don't allow in store variations on burgers, so if you don't like tomato, onion or whatever they won't take it off.<br/><br/>I understand that my not liking of certain foods has nothing to do with your business but I won't ever eat there if your not willing to remove something from your burger. In fact it saves you money as a business, I'd take it off myself but I hate wasting food. I was polite and didn't kick up a fuss, but just saying you missed out on $50 worth of sales.

An ok burger place, that is worth a try. I had a classic burger, chilli fries and homemade cherry cola coke.<br/><br/>Classic burger had a nice taste through the meat and the balance of sauce to bun was spot on. The bun itself was too sweet and felt sticky in the mouth -definitely a let down. Overall a nice burger, though I've had better.<br/><br/>Chilli fries were disappointing. The fries were $8 for a kiddie sized bowl of chips, with chilli mince sauce and a sprinkling of cheese. The ratio of chips - these were chips, not fries- to mince was unbalanced and the side is way over priced. Get the regular fries, it will last longer.<br/><br/>Nothing special about the homemade cherry cola, just coka cola out of the bottle with added post mix cherry syrup.<br/><br/>Overall Ben's Burgers was a nice detour off busy Ann's road. The atmosphere was inviting and felt like a cozy nook to share a meal with friends.<br/><br/>Food- 3/5<br/>Mouthfeel- 3/5<br/>Atmosphere- 3.5/5<br/>Value- 2/5<br/>

Great burgers been here a few times and always enjoyed it. The west end shop is doing that great I see it empty all the time but the valley shop is rather busy

Best burgers in Brisbane, likely Australia, and better than In&Out and Five Guys in the USA. That's saying a lot but it's true. Pricey but worth it, and who cares about the no alterations, just pick out what you don't want. Good, simple, tasty American burgers.

Burgers are tasty af. They have NBA league pass in the shop too which is good cos I like basketball. They also do candied bacon which is a must-have.

The burger was excellent and the milkshake even better. Price is good a well. But the service of the two young ladies up front was quite horrible honestly. I got absolutely no greetings, serving people out of turn and they barely even looked up at me while speaking to me! My milkshake was made and sat there for 5 mins uncovered until i finally asked for it. Maybe just a bad night for them, i do hope so.

Definitely an oversupply of burger shops in Brisbane but Ben's do it pretty well. Compared to other places out there it's definitely one of the best. Burgers are tasty, well cooked and the fries are pretty good. Like most burger shops it's way over priced for what you get - 4.00 for fries! 4.00 when you add bacon. I would say though that the burgers are tasty.

The burger's are good... not amazing. The fries were a bit salty. However, their milkshakes are AMAZING!<br/><br/>The place is a cute little joint tucked away in an alley way in the Valley... very trendy.

Great little burger joint tucked away in a laneway. I always bring friends here if they are visiting from abroad as the spot is very funky and the burgers have big flavour! Their chips are always cooked to perfection and they don't hold back on the sauce in the burgers. The brioche buns are nice and toasted and the meat is so juicy. Their milkshakes are PROPER, just the right ice cream:milk ratio.

Good fries, good burger, cool homemade cherry cola. Overall an interesting little place to eat, but it's basic menu kinda limited the experience. What they do they do well, but little sets it apart from other burger places. Worth giving a go if you're in the area, wouldn't say it's worth searching it out.

I'm always desperately looking for a good Yankee style burger, so I was really excited to try Ben's Burgers! However, I was totally put off by their "no alterations" rule. First, what kind of pretentious hipster joint doesn't allow you to request simple alterations, even something as minor as leaving off mayonnaise? This isn't a 3 hat restaurant, its a freaking burger joint. Get over yourselves! There is literally nothing unique about Ben's Burgers and I was more than happy to go somewhere that was more accommodating. For an American style restaurant, Ben's sure doesn't have the famed American customer service, and wouldn't survive more than a week in the states with this attitude.

Burgers: B+<br/>Fries: A-<br/>Milkshakes: A+<br/>Beer: B+<br/>Service: B<br/>Venue: B+<br/><br/>Overall: 8 out of 10<br/><br/>Notes: The tables were well-stocked with napkins, ketchup and mustard. Their policy of 'no menu alterations' is a non-issue. The chocolate Hershey's milkshake was exceptional.<br/><br/>Food we tried: Classic burger, cheesy burger, fries, aioli, beer and chocolate Hershey's milkshake.

Yum, yum, YUM! One of the best burgers I've had to date. Each time I've been here it's always delicious. Simplicity at its best! The menu may appear simple but it is really worth it!

So incredibly disappointed with my first (and only) visit. Had heard so many good things about Ben's Burgers, but they didn't match my experience.<br/><br/>Wasn't very hungry but really fancied some hot chips on my way home from a late meeting. So ordered the $4 side of fries plus $1 aioli to take away, and paid $5. Waited for about 12 minutes and couldn't understand why, when they could just cook my chips when they were cooking chips for meal orders made before mine. Also the place wasn't full. Finally got my order, quickly checked in the bag that my sauce was there, then continued my walk home.<br/><br/>It was another 15 mins before I went to eat my chips, but to my surprise when I opened the box it was loaded chilli cheese fries. Initially I thought 'hey, I got a more expensive order but paid for just regular fries - bargain!'. But that thought very quickly disappeared. What I fancied, what I wanted to eat, what I had ordered were just regular fries. I didn't want chips with stuff on it. And more than that, I can't really eat cheese because it often makes me ill! So I couldn't even eat them anyway!<br/><br/>I did try a taste just out of curiosity, as it was far too late to go back and complain by that point. The chilli wasn't even nice! It was dry, with not much flavour and the whole combination was overly salty (do they put salt on the chips as well as the chilli & cheese?!).<br/><br/>Needless to say my whole first time experience was frustrating and incredibly disappointing. And I tried immediately putting my comments on Facebook to register my complaint, only to discover that no-one can see posts made by customers. So no-one can see any negative feedback on their page. Clever!

Delicious burger, lush milkshakes and easy service. I eat food and can confirm this is food I will eat again. Also nice coffee - great for lunch times and casual evening meals.

Not sure what the hype is but the burgers aren't great nor are they terrible. Similar to a burger you'd make at home. There's better options in the area.

Absolute perfection. Perfect size. Perfect taste. People who complain about their no alteration policy are stupid. People expect too much these days! This was amazing and will eat there again and again. Simple and yummy and their homemade cherry cola was devine

Really not a fan of their 'no alterations' policy. I could have lied and said it was a food allergy, but they believe they have perfected the burger so I tried it their way.  Definitely not perfection.  Good, but not great and overpriced for what you get.  Best burger in Fortitude Valley for my $ is Greaser.

Great menu choices gives you a very easy time to choose from the three options. Amazing chips and options for sides and drinks. Beer is available and would be a great dinner location before hitting up the valley.

Cheese burger best I've had in Brisvegas! Chilli Cheese Fries just the right amount of chilli (and I like it Hot!), plus the home made Cherry Cola hit the spot. Oh yes I will be back :))

Koko likes this place. Old school burgers with chips and beer. Good value. Cool tunes. Follow Koko's advice and get in there soon. You won't be disappointed.

Burgers are always great quality and reliably delicious. But the killer is the cherry coke and rum, some genius came up with this - they deserve to be knighted!

These burgers are by far the best tasting gift from God in Brisbane that I have ever put between my teeth. Service is excellent, Drinks are second to none, and the overall vibe and atmosphere of the joint is impeccable. Well done Ben and best wishes on the new restaurant, the Bleachers. Jenny Out.

They are as advertised! Trendy burger joint in a trendy lane on one of the Valley's back streets. Burger was good, although you wouldn't say they were the best in Brisbane but definitely worth trying out. Good hang out spot to get food and drinks before a night out on the town.

Juicy burgers always had at bens burgers... and whilst it may not be massive in size it is there with being flavoursome. Service wise is a bit meh. Overall - It is not bad, however unfortunately for us it's not one we would run back to

I like that this place offers a simple menu. A good kitchen, in my opinion, sticks to the dishes that they do best, and in this case it is the burgers. Reasonably priced too. Burgers are super filling but they're honestly lacking some flavour. They're on the cusp of tasting a little bit dull so if I come back I'll definitely need to chuck on some jalapeños and bacon. Shakes + seating are a bit meh. Overall good experience!

This place is great I love the whole vibe of the place... It's kind of got a nostalgic milk bar vibe to it. I got the classic and it was great

It’s a big call, but at Winn Lane in the Valley you will be served one of the best burgers in Brisbane. Whilst a week seems to not be able to pass at the moment before another new burger joint pops up, Ben’s Burgers proves to be a breath of fresh air by taking a back-to-basics approach.

Love Ben's and would rate their delicious burgers amongst the best cheeseburgers in Brisbane. They don't allow alterations to the menu which I think is fine as they have worked hard to perfect their burgers and don't want anyone messing with them :) It is on the pricier side especially the milkshakes, which are delicious but basically $100000 (they're $8).

I actually wouldn't rate them as the best burgers in Brisbane but they are definitely one of the best (I think it was the bun late on a Sunday). I love how they do one thing and do it well. It speaks volumes about a place that can keep its menu simple

Best burger I've had in a long time! The meat was cooked perfectly, and the flavours were amazing! I had the chips with special sauce which was also really nice the only negative about the experience was the service, the staff weren't very friendly and didn't make us feel welcome.

❤️ Ben's, oh Ben's ❤️ if I told you how many times I have gotten a Ben's burger takeaway I'd just embarrass myself!...or would I be envied? I LOVE these burgers- but I'll be honest- within the mountain of breakfast and lunch/dinner burgers I have devoured I can conclude that at times they can be inconsistent and there can be a long wait, one or two times the bacon was rubbery, at times the chips over done, sometimes sauce is sparse, some staff members are a little blasé but it hasn't stopped me from going back for more and MORE. And the majority of my experience has been excellent and if there is ever a hiccup the staff are happy to remedy. The have a 'no alterations' policy which for me luckily is not an issue. The BB bacon for breakfast is amazing, the BB Classic & chips are spot on and floods me with memories of California, the special sauce is out of this world good- order extra! Winn Lane and the fit out itself is super charming. The owners lovely. Everyone must try! 🍔🍔🍔❤️ (pictures are all take-away unwrapped)

Ordered the BB CLASSIC & BB SPECIAL, both beef based burgers. The classic was pretty boring in terms of flavour but overall a decent burger. The bb special however packed a punch of flavour! The spicy jalapeños with the tangy special sauce was to die for! The chips were slightly over cooked so they were dry and weren't seasoned enough. Definitely not the best burgers in Brisbane, but definitely a cool place to try nonetheless.

Love these burgers!!!.....They have 3 burgers on the menu and that's all they need!!! In my top 3 burgers ever and i have tried a few on the gold coast and brissy and these guys are amazing. Try the BB classic or the BB Special....simple and probably one of the best burgers i have tried!!!😆

It's not bad, super expensive for what you get. Very similar to Micky D's with the flavour and delivery. Would probably try again in a few months but there are much better burger joints put there.

Got the BB classic burger and a small serve of chips with aioli. Absolutely Amazing!! Would have to be the most yummiest, tastiest burgers i've ever had! And the aioli dipping sauce was the BEST! Will definitely be back again!

Great fresh burgers. They have three burgers on the menu which I love. Quality not quantity. My husband and I both ordered the classic burger (one without cheese and added bacon). They patty was cooked well and the simple flavors of cheese, pickle, mustard work. We also ordered one lot of chips to share they were hot, thick and crispy. I ordered a homemade ginger ale - this was so delicious!! They girl who served me told me they infuse it with ginger, cinnamon and other spices. Good service, quick, efficient and friendly. Will return.

Love this place! Tasty burgers and shakes. Have been here numerous times and would go back. Have tried all the burgers, even the vegetarian option and love it.

The hype is real! Ben's Burgers only has three burgers on the menu, which is fine when they absolutely nail them! I had the classic - the bun was a good size for the patty, everything was in perfect proportion. The patty was amazing, beautifully flavoursome and moist and the condiments were plentiful. We also had the chilli fries which were perfectly spicy. The house ginger ale is an experience too - a very dry drink that is unmistakably gingery, yum!<br/><br/>I can't wait to come back and try the other burgers!

The burgers are amazing and this place has a great atmosphere but it seriously kills us if you want take away you can't place a phone order! The wait can be up to 40 minutes especially at Friday lunch if you take away and you just have to sit and wait! <br/>Seriously our work place would be doing this every week if phone or online ordering was available. Guys pick up your game!!!!!!

We saw this on urbanspoon and couldn't wait to try it out. Cute little place tucked away in the valley looked promising. However, this ended up being an overpriced McDonalds. The classic burger tasted literally the same as a cheeseburger down to the beef pattie and sauce. We won't be coming back here.

Yes it's worth the hype! When I land into Brisbane it's usually within 24 hours I head to BB's for a Special. Great location within a hip friendly laneway. Brisbane needs more of this sort of venture.

Epic. Classic flavours, classic burgers. The "Special" burger definitely the winner for those who don't mind a bit of heat! Chilli fries are a must and the milkshakes definitely bring all the boys to the yard! As for Wendy's, damn right - they're better than yours! Seating can sometimes be a bit tricky if the place is busy but it doesn't take long to get comfortable once your chin deep in burger!

Menu is very simple but they do then good! Craving the juicy patties and melty cheese. Would love more drink choices and slightly bigger portions though!

Was in the area and since it was an insanely hot day, my partner and I decided to seek out a refreshing milkshake. Having seen Ben's burgers on multiple 'best milkshakes in Brisbane' lists we ventured in. We ordered a Hershey's chocolate and Vanilla Bean. Vanilla was delicious but the chocolate was rather sweet. Neither were particularly list-worthy, and for $7 we hoped for more.

My girlfriend found this place in the top 50 burgers in Australia so i went in with high expectations to be leave not finishing my burger.<br/>They have a very simple menu and when i asked if they could not put in any pickles in my burger the guy rudely said no. I then flipped over the menu and tried to order a bacon, egg, cheese roll to be told they don't do that either. <br/><br/>You can add bacon and an extra patty but can't remove anything? Seriously? <br/><br/>So what do they do? A burger that i could of mistaken for Mc Donalds.<br/>When Brisbane has places like 'Da Burger' and 'Getta Burger' i won't ever be wasting my time or money here again. <br/><br/>To anyone who thinks this is the best burger in Brisbane clearly hasn't got out much. Go find 'Da Burger' or 'Getta Burger' and have your life changed forever.<br/><br/>P.S. Ben, if you read this, no one is digging your staff being rude. Eating out is about the experience not just the food.

The burgers are delicious but there are only very limited number of options. The few options they do have though will definitely not disappoint. Juicy meat and crispy chips.

Came from Melbourne on a work trip, had to try this place as the guys here have a background story and dream of making awesome burgers and food. I ordered the BB Classic, Fries and Homemade Cherry Cola. <br/>Firstly, they're very strict on alternations with burgers, not sure how they get around people with allergies, however they did save me cause i ate their burger as is and it was awesome. Meat Patty cooked perfectly, great balance of ingredients including cheese, pickles, special sauce of aoili and onions<br/>Fries were good, Homemade Cherry Cola was ok, was expecting something a bit more unique<br/>Overall great service, awesome burger, would come back

By far the best burgers I've had in Brisbane. Chilli fries are also always great. Need to visit a few times so you can try a bit of everything. Vanilla bean milkshake is delicious! <br/>Cool atmosphere (plus smells amazing when they are brewing up their homemade ginger beer) Worth venturing into the valley for, everyone I've brought here has loved it.

Some of the better burgers in Brisbane but from what I've had the sauce is a little sweet and they are a little on the small side. I've experienced an extremely long wait time a little later in the evening despite their being very few customers.

Another little hidden gem in Brisbane. The burgers and milkshakes are to die for. It is a little pricey I feel but I like the location and I like the stance of how u can't take out this or that on their burgers and their right to do so. It tastes good the way it is

One of the best burger joints in Brisbane. Friendly staff and has a simple yet delicious menu. Their chilli cheese fries are worth the calories.

Absolute ripper of a burger. Simple and classy. Very small, hole-in-a-wall kinda place, hidden in an obscure laneway. Chilli-cheese fries were great, but the quality of the burger was immense.

The BBveg is a really nice vegetarian burger. Its hard to find a vege burger that doesnt consist of vegepatty and a lettuce leaves. Decor and atmosphere was also nice.👌👍

It's a cute place I like the location, although parking can be an issue. The burger was nice I have been looking for a nice cheese burger and the BB Classic hits that.. I wasn't a fan of the chilli fries, I think I expected more from them.

I have only been here for breakfast, so I cant comment on their actual real hamburgers. The breakfast burger I had which was sausage, egg & cheese was nice without hitting any great heights. I would say if you are in the area give it a try, but I wouldn't travel that far to have it.

I went there at 12pm on a Saturday wanting a breakfast burger apparently they stop serving them at 11. Why don't you put that on the menu if you don't want people ordering. The server had no sympathy and didn't care about anything.

Got the BB special and a Hershey's chocolate milkshake and thoroughly enjoyed both! Beef patty is not too greasy, cheese has been melted the perfect amount and the jalapeños add that extra kick most burgers are missing. Milkshake was a great way to finish and probably the best I've had in Brisbane. Sad that it's over... But I'll be back!

The best burgers in Brisbane. Just perfect. They don't overload with unnecessary toppings, this is the way a burger should be. Every bite is amazing.

What a burger! Definitely my favourite in Brisbane currently. Be prepared to eat a burger the way it should be, simple! Definitely add candy bacon!

Definitely will return! Just love bens burger they're simple menu is authentic and traditional to American burgers- they know how to appreciate a good burger and use fresh ingredients. Well priced. Outside seating is limited.

one of the best, if not the best burger in Australia I've had. the menu is simple and they have perfected what they have. parking is a pain, which is the only reason I don't constantly go.

Ben and Nick Chiu, the brothers behind Ben’s Burgers in the Valley in Brisbane has no real background in food – aside from loving it!. Working in the retail industry with his high-end streetwear store, Apartment, but having a real knack for home cooking, Ben Chiu decided to make the transition into food.

Tucked away in an alleyway that runs off Ann St in the Valley is a tiny shop that is a burger-lover’s paradise.Ben’s Burgers brings a bit of Americana to Brisbane with retro furnishings, Hershey’s milkshakes and of course, burgers. So does it cut the mustard? Let’s take a look. You could be forgiven for walking past Ben’s Burgers and not seeing it there. Numerous times. It is worth the trek down Winn Lane though, and thankfully there is now a street sign leading you to the holy grail of American-style burgers.

Would return here, there are only a couple of choices in burgers but I respect a kitchen that keeps the menu short but perfects the art of the food they produce.<br/>Picture perfect burgers that IMHO are top 3 burgers of brisbane..

Good burgers but not worth the hype in my opinion. You can get better, cheaper burgers elsewhere but the place has a good vibe. Been here twice and both times were good but yeah, there are way better burger joints out there.

I was under the impression that they would only hire people named 'Ben' for this restaurant, needless to say... they do not.<br/>I walked down with my son after his soccer tournament and we had a few of his mates with us (Jason & Maxwell), I was so excited to show them this beautiful work space in which they would have a strong work ethic. <br/>I started a conversation with a female staff member in which went something like this<br/>'Hello Ma'am, I didn't know any females were named Ben... Is that short for Bridget?<br/>'No, my name isn't Ben.'<br/>I was so embarrassed, let alone my kid was with me and his two mates also. <br/><br/>Great company and a mean burger, will definitely be comin' back down with my wife.

exactly what a burger should be! got the classic and added bacon... yum! will be back to try the special and I hear good things about the milkshakes

I loved the whole experience! I walked up the busy little lane and the atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. Staff were super friendly and the burgers are very good. You can taste how fresh all the ingredients are. I'll endeavour to get back as soon as I can!

Horrible service. Can't even remove a slice of cheese... pathetic, waitresd spilt all chips across table, slow service, missed part of the order.

Burgers that actually taste like burgers (Don't be a snob). So the people that are boo-hooing about the ~basic~ nature and the no alteration thing are kind of missing the point here. It's a classic burger joint - drink some cherry cola and watch the NBA and take a long deep exhale from your tough life, going to burger joints that won't remove the pickles for you (use your fingers, friend.) If you need a ridiculously modified treat to meet your dietary needs and/or preferences go to Grill'd and get your fancy burger there. <br/><br/>I love burgers. I love basic burgers. Ben's Burgers is exactly this. It's a satisfying hit-the-spot feed. <br/><br/>My only criticism is that there are a lot of regulars and it is a verrry social environment, which is an awesome vibe as a customer, but not so awesome when the staff are often distracted by their friends (and its very obvious.) But gurl it cool, when the burg' is ready you bring it over straight away, and that's the most crucial part.

Finally a burger joint in Brisbane that gets it right.. These are easily the best burgers in Brisbane. No other burger joint compares. Not Burger Urge. Not DA’Burger. And certainly not Grill’d.<br/><br/>The menu is limited but that’s not a bad thing here.<br/><br/>It’s also a little annoying to not be allowed to make alterations, but still really worth it.<br/><br/>I’m partial to “The Special” and Ben’s gets it just right with the perfectly-cooked pattie, toasted bun, American cheese and special sauce. Though I’m not sure why they thought jalapenos on a burger would be a good thing.<br/><br/>The milkshakes are great, too.<br/><br/>The décor is quaint. Despite being in an alleyway, thankfully they aren’t doing the hipster thing that’s saturating Brisbane (and especially the Valley) right now.

Why this place? He says: In my old stomping ground Brissie for Greek Easter and we thought it’d be a great oversight to not review a burger whilst we were in town. A fair bit of blogging investigation lead us to Bens. She says :  He did all the research for this one and did so well! Actually – I did also see it in one of our   Instagram  follower pictures – they do great Brisbane burger reviews but unfortunately their name escapes me. (Sorry person! Comment so people can follow you.) What did you order? BB Classic Burger with Candied Bacon: $14.50 BB Special Burger: $11 Chilli Cheese Fries: $10 Strawberry Jam Milkshake: $7 Tell us about the Classic Burger with Candied Bacon? He says: This was a really good little burger. As the way with so many these days it tasted like an upmarket fast food burger (which is by no means a criticism). The candied bacon was as good as it sounds and is a mandatory addition I would think. I would have preferred the pattie a little more rare and the inclusion of more sauce and cheese but all in all these are minor quibbles. She says: For me, the candied bacon MADE this burger. Sweet and salty is always good and with this burger it added that perfect counterpoint to the almost fast food vibe (which, as He said already mentioned is definitely not a bad thing). I really liked the balance of flavours though – good pickles, nice fresh salady bits. This burger was my favourite of the two for sure. As always we added more aoli – sometimes I think that we would do best if we took our own stash of sauces everywhere. So then, how did you find the BB Special Burge r ? She says:  This was not such a winner – Super salty without a point of difference and lacking the balance of flavours that was so great with the other burger. The sauce distribution throughout the burger was totally off (you can see it in the cross section picture if you are looking for it). I know is a pretty unusual quibble but it made a big difference, because while I got all the s

Meh. Ordered 2 classic burgers, chilli cheese fries and drinks. The chilli cheese fries was okay, the mince was a little over cooked making it a bit dry. On the flip side (pun intended) they undercooked both burger patties to the point that some parts were completely raw. Cool setup and location but disappointing to see attention to detail for the food lacking. We came in at 3pm on a Sunday.

Disappointed. Went with a group of friends, half of which are vegan. No vegan options at all; even the bread rolls have butter and egg in them. The staff were very rude about it as well.

Ben's Burgers - Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Go up a side street, and then look out for an alleyway and you will find something similar to Melbourne's lanes. It is an unusual place, but among several pint-sized eclectic stores, one of the city's current darlings for dining out resides. That is Ben's burgers. After some markets were cancelled in the nearby area due to rainfall, my dining buddy decided to make a beeline to go and get a burger for mid-afternoon eating. Both of us were really hungry, and had saved up in anticipation for that market food. Going here, it really hit the spot. <br/><br/>Ben's has a really small menu all round. For both breakfast and post-breakfast time, the number of burgers that is available is merely three; at both instances, the kinds of burgers have a "keep it simple" mentality in their concoction. While additions are allowed on the burger, there is a plain policy of no alterations. On the side are two kinds of fries to have, either plain or chilli cheese. In addition, the drinks menu by proxy has the largest selection - you can choose from some unusual sodas, coffees, a green smoothie, juice, craft beers or homemade milkshakes made from the proper ingredients. Finishing off are a couple of choices of sweets, complete with the option of ice cream. <br/><br/>Giving a brief description of the aesthetic that Ben's Burgers is going for, I would use "eclectic funk". The atmosphere feels very inviting, and with the entrance further away from the curb it allows you to see just how popular it is and the organisation going into the place. On each of the tables, it is much like an American diner. There are the sauces ready to put on the burgers and/or fires along with the serviettes conveniently put into a small basket. Whether inside or outside, they are very low key. Whichever way is chosen, it is perfect for people watching and seeing what else is around. One of the touches that I like about this place, and it is on close to every photo of this place, is a toothpick through the top of each order having a bit of paper saying "This is a burger", Service is also really friendly, efficient and didn't feel like they were going through the notions during ordering. <br/><br/>They are straightforward and general with the names that they give each burger, no funky names given here. From here I ordered a "BB Special", which was a beef patty cooked to medium-rare, cheese, jalapenos, pickles, onion, and special sauce. As an extra, I added on some candied bacon to the concoction. Adding on the bacon really helped make the combination work. There was the spiciness from the jalapenos plus the tangy, vinegar flavour from the pickles mixed with the creamy special sauce and the combination of sweet and savoury with the candied bacon. It would not be complete without a well cooked meat patty, in which good quality beef was chosen - tender and juicy, with a lovely flavour. On top of the patty was some good cheese, that was slightly melted and wrapping around all of these was a soft, chewy brioche bun. If there was one gripe, despite how delicious it was as well as satisfying, the burgers here could be a tad bigger in size. Aside from that, they are certainly worth the hype to be checked out some time. <br/><br/>My dining buddy got a side of fries to share, of course going for the chilli cheese variety. These were shoe string fries topped with a chili minced beef, onion and cheese. The minced beef was pretty good, though not excessively spicy, and had a rich flavour to it. The cheese melted nicely into the mixture and the fries. Of course, the fries part was good as well. These were crispy, hot, fresh and done straight from the fryer. More or less, they are another example of fries cooked properly. As a drink, I ordered some orange juice. It was freshly squeezed, and refreshing on a hot day. The beverage came in a blue solo cup, which is a definite degree nicer to drink from than the bottle. It was chilled with plenty of ice. <br/><br/>It is really clear why Ben's Burgers has been given such a buzz around town, especially among burger lovers. Being a bit of a burger fan myself, it was inevitable that I would eventually be trying it. They have the ideas of burgers down well pat; not overwhelmed customers attempting to decide with only three choices and the ingredients are all good quality to boot. The vibe will appeal to many people of all ages, and the characteristic choice of design gives it a unique character. Ben's is surely here to stay.

Came here for lunch yesterday. Had a classic burger, which tasted just as good as it looked! Very juicy and messy, but u know it's good when it's messy! Vanilla bean milkshake was amazing!!! Chilli fries were perfect too, nice little chilli buzz. Can't wait to come back, highly recommend :)

Good burgers.. The burgers are indeed good, but don't quite match the best in Brisbane. They are a tad too small for the price. In fact , I would pay more for a larger sized burger. Having said that the service is efficient and the burgers are delicious, with very fresh ingredients. Yes, I would come back here as I like the food and the funky atmosphere.

2.5/5. Located between the piss and vomit stained streets of the valley is BB. Notorious amongst my friends for being the god father of burgers. <br/><br/>Travelled in from North Side on V day for some afternoon lunch and was surprised it was fairly empty.<br/>Staff seemed content chatting, the cashie/OT was working hard restocking after a lunch rush I would assume. We found out later that maybe he was working a little too hard as he missed the chips we asked for with our order. (Oh well they lose $5) <br/>The wait wasn't too long and we got to watch our cashier sit down and have a chat to the florest while he held the warm restock of bottled water we were waiting on. After being extended our bottles and an apology, the waitress who was too cool to smile brought the burgers out.<br/>Burgers were nice, the no alterations sucked because it was a choice between tomato or jalapeños on a burger. However they were juicy and perfectly cooked.<br/><br/>I don't think I'd make the trip again because nothing puts me off my food more than the valley and spicey jalapeño juice on my burger.

Had my first BB experience tonight. Had The Special with candied bacon, a Burleigh Brewing Co. 28 pale ale, and we shared chilli cheese fries. I don't rate the chilli cheese fries at all but that burger - wow. Amazing, fresh, soft bun, perfectly cooked pattie, oozy melted cheese and the candied bacon was delish. It was pretty much perfect. 2 very friendly girls serving behind the counter to complete the pleasant experience. I'll be back for more!

The burger was good. The strawberry milkshake was great. Nice little haunt as well.

Umm... Mmm.... The burgers are good. I agree. But I don't think they're the best. Chilli cheese fries on the other hand are delicious! Staff seem to cool to be bothered with proper service & what is up with no alterations? So disappointed that I had to switch my burger choice because I couldn't have tomato sauce is it really that much of an inconvenience people

My brother and I have decided, after a thorough review, that these are the best burgers in Brisbane, with Remy's a close second and Grill'd always satisfying in third place. Great job Ben's! Love the simple menu. We'll keep coming back.

A favourite brisbane burger joint. Will definitely return to Ben's ! A solid burger with delicious fries. Great ambience (very busy) but happy staff despite the rush. Worth a visit!

Classic Burgers. I'll definitely come back here. Tasty burgers, chips and friendly staff. Nice and clean setup. Bit small in the seating but there's always takeaway and seats nearby.

A drive to disapoitment. Absolute filth of a place, the cooks man handle the burgers with there filthy hands, one of them ate a sandwhich and then handled a burger, no alterrations , what a joke, you can add extras and that is a alterration, it smells like piss in the alley of dirty whores after a night in the valley, I will piss on this place myself after I leave the met tonight, disgusted.

Best Burgers in Brisbane!!. I have been here twice now and have had great service and an AMAZING burger both times! Definitely worth the price.

Best in Brisbane, absolutely delicious

Good burgers no complaints. Bens burgers do a delicious classic burger, fries and beer combo! They cannot be faulted. Love the burger love the atmosphere of the place! 10/10!

Great place.<br/>Food was superb and waitstaff attentive. <br/>Other reviewers have spoken about delays but I experienced none. Went Sunday afternoon and place was teeming. <br/>Will definitely go back. <br/>Highly recommend the chili fries

Not enough choice!!. As a vegetarian I wasn't impressed with the one burger on offer (out of just 3 in total). Grill'd does a much nicer range of vegetarian burgers. The cafe is too small, cramped and crowded also, and it's location makes parking nearby difficult. My partner loves the food here, but I fail to see it's appeal. I'd had much better burgers at at least a dozen other places in Brisbane. Wouldn't go out of my way to visit here again, OK if you're passing by & it's not too busy though. Too American for my tastes!

Brilliant! Lovely, friendly, gracious and efficient staff. Food was unbelievably delicious. Love this place.

Could be better. So, I went to Ben's on my way home, for a late night feed. I ordered a Special and chips. It took about 30min to come out. Ok. It is a busy hipster place and the staff have also plenty of things to do to maintain their level of cool. But the burger was cold and ok. Chips were mouth burning hot.

Not bad at all. Very close to the taste of InNout burgers. I know they keep it simple and you can't change any menu items however if you have an "allergy" to an item they are able to change the burger to your adjust to your taste. Maybe some more space to order you burgers as it seems to get a bit tight. Food and drinks came out without too much of a wait. Would come back for sure.

Tasty!. The burgers here are tasty for sure! But I think the service could have been a bit better. The wait was a bit long for just a burger and fries, especially considering they only have 2 burgers on the menu. My food also arrived well before my drink, which was a bit annoying.

Nice burger. Food 7/10 Ben's special with chips. The burger was nice though the taste didn't stand out much and lacked a 'zing'. Chips were fried nice and crispy.<br/>Ambience 7/10 Hidden on Winn Lane along with other hippy boutique stores. The seating inside was a tad crowded and rather stuffy, and the music was distracting<br/>Service 6/10 The staff were friendly though the food service was sadly slow.

Yes!. A simple menu done really well. Burgers are better than a lot of other burger joints in Brisbane, and I highly recommend the vanilla shake. The only negative is the waiting – they do need to pick up their game because no one wants to wait half an hour for a burger, even if it is amazing.

Gourmet McDonalds. Ben's Burgers are essentially McDonalds burgers on steroids. If that description appeals to you, you will probably love it, but for me it meant disappointment. I ordered the BB Classic with candied bacon and a cherry cola. The burger arrived quickly, and although it was a bit small, it was piping hot and looked good. Unfortunately it all went downhill from there. The burger was drowning in tomato sauce and American mustard, to the point where I was unable to pick it up without the excessively lubricated contents trying to squirt out of the bun. After the first bite, most of the burger fillings had fallen out on to my plate, and what was left was disintegrating in my hands. I cannot comment on the quality of the patty or the added bacon because any other flavours the burger may have had were completely drowned out by the sauces. The cherry cola also seemed quite flavourless, but maybe that too was due to the overpowering sauce combination. In the end I left $20 poorer, still hungry, with sticky hands and burnt-out tastebuds. What a shame.

It's ok. I just swayed towards like over dislike. Special burger is pretty tasty but at $20 for either classic or special burger, chips and scooner it's a bit of a rip. Other half had classic which just reminds me of the cheeseburger at red hook which is also a bit of a rip but I guess it's how much you want to pay for a smallish burger. The chips were well cooked and pre seasoned with a simple salt. Beer is craft beer from burleigh brewing company.<br/><br/>I think the choice between 2 burgers with no alterations and a couple of drinks is a bit stupid but it's worth trying. I might even come back one day. Maybe

Best burgers. Easily one of the best burgers I've ever had. Staff are helpful without being over attentive. If anything I'd say things could be a little faster, waited about 20 minutes for a burger and chips, which came out at the same time as a table of 5 who ordered maybe 10 minutes after we had. But still, burgers are astronomical

Bb Classic. Brisbane's Best Burgers hands down, no contest. You will dream about these burgers!

Overpriced and NO alterations. $20 for a classic burger, chips and cherry cola...trying to eat the burger was so messy because it was completely drenched in tomato sauce, mustard and mayo so it oozed everywhere with each bite. I tried to ask for no mustard but that's a big no no at this place...so I had to eat something I don't enjoy. And it's not like there are any alternatives because of the limited menu. Fries were super oily and beef patty greasy. Will not return or recommend.

Very average burgers (not many variety either) but the chilli cheese fries were amazing!<br/>would only return for chilli cheese fries!

Not worth the wait!. Waited 20 mins to order and was told our burgers would be 15 minutes. Nearly an hour later we finally received them with no explanation or apology. The buns were soggy, salad was pretty ordinary and overall they were pretty flavourless. Definitely won't be going back.

No phone orders for take away and 30mins wait time at least. Very disappointed. Have ordered take away here before and had to sit and wait for 30-40mins for order. Have also eaten in and same issue. Attempted to phone in order to expedite process and increase ease of pick up and was told they do not take phone orders. <br/><br/>Very disappointing & inconvenient for a new farm local to not be able to call an order in before hand. Love the burgers, but not worth waiting around for more than 30 minutes for a burger.

TRU LUV. THE BEST BURGERS EVER. NOTHING COMPARES.

Definitely worth the visit... came here for lunch on a Wednesday, had the 'Classic' with some chili cheese fries and a house made ginger beer. Food was all very fresh and tasty and staff friendly. Food didn't take too long to come although it wasnt that busy as I came at the tail end of lunch service. I've tried a lot of burger joints throughout Austalia and the U.S. and this is definitely up there with the best.

Brisbane's best burgers. If you don't think this is Brisbane's best burger then you are a deadset drongo.

Over priced and dysfunctional. Visited Ben's Burgers and we ordered a burger each.<br/>Waited 1hr 05 mins before before the Burger actually arrived.<br/>The Burger was cold but we had waited so long we just ate it anyway. <br/>Seemed like the Burger was attempting to be a premium McDonalds Burger. Would have preferred to go to McDonalds as very similar, cheaper and better customer service. Won't go again

Had a delicious cheeseburger and homemade ginger beer. Simple and tasty. Good value. Will return!

No cheese and bad service.. When Ben's Burgers opened I received my burger without cheese which was fine, however since then the "no alterations" policy has ruined my experience. I requested for my burger without cheese and that I have had this done previously but still this was not permitted. I also pointed out that you can add stuff to the burger and that is an alteration so why should "no cheese" matter. Supposedly it does.<br/><br/>If you would like a burger with cheese they are great otherwise go elsewhere. The service here is also bad, when asking for a burger altered the staff look and talk to you as if you are an idiot.

The staff were friendly and pleasant. I thought the no alterations policy was odd, but whatever. The food was okay, but I was a bit underwhelmed. There are certainly better burger joints nearby.

Loved it. To me, this was the perfect burger. Very friendly staff too, thanks fam.

Did not live up to the hype. I went to Ben's Burgers after reading so much about it on websites such as the Urban List however i was highly underwhelmed. For an 'American Style' burger place there isn't much american about it. It cam across as yet another pretentious hipster cafe. I got the BB Classic and the Chilli Cheese Fries. The burger was good but with the combination of pickles, tomato sauce and mustard it tasted like an overpriced McDonalds Burger. The Chilli Cheese Fries were okay but could have been done better. The mince seemed old and dry and the cheese was lacking. I suggested my friend buy the vanilla bean milkshake as i had read a good review on it and on taste it did not disappoint however $7 for a milkshake that was in a plastic beer cup is a bit ridiculous. There was no scoop of ice-cream in it or anything, for $7 I would expect more. Now I love nothing more than to wash down a burger and chips with a ice cold Coke or Pepsi but don't expect that here. <br/>The service was okay but not great. <br/>As far as being a pretentious hipster cafe it ticks all the boxes but if you are after a good american style meal definitely go somewhere else.

Vegetarian friendly!! Thank you, not just a token vegetarian option but one of the best I have ever had. Yummo

Terrible service ruins the good food. Went for lunch. Took an hour to arrive. Had to get it to takeaway in the end. No apology or update from the staff. This is another example of a new Brisbane joint run by hipsters who have a great idea/concept but go at their own pace. The food is great and the concept/location is cool but the speed and service was terrible. Will not return.

Best burgers ever! and the vanilla bean milkshake is to die for!!! Found this place by accident, and now I can't stop visiting it EVERY Sunday! Their burgers are addictive. Not to mention the friendly service :)

Won't be coming back. The burger was fine - I got the basic burger with added bacon. The chips were FAR too salty though. I felt uncomfortable and sick. A little less salt and it would've been decent but the over salting of the chips ruined it for me. I don't mind salty foods but this was just overkill. I left the shop feeling sick and needing buckets of water. If you're used to SUPER salty food, you might not hate it like I did. None of the staff bothered to wipe the table I was sitting at either even though there were spills. Wait time was far too long also, and the burger wasn't worth the wait. I won't be coming back...2.5/5

Delicious meal, great staff. As soon as we walked into Ben's Burgers, I knew I liked it - a sort of no frills, good food place that is proud of their produce and is simple and to the point. A pared down menu focused on three burgers and accompaniments - we selected the $20.00 deal for burger, beer and fries. The burger was juicy, perfectly cooked and tender; the fries were slightly crispy and on the good side of too-salty. While I understand peoples' gripes about no substitutions, I think it's great to find a restaurant that stands up for their recipe and insist to customers that the way it has been produced is the best way to enjoy the burger. Pickle-haters, for example - you might be surprised, you could barely taste the pickle and it added a playful piquancy to the mix. Though I do disagree for those who are pregnant or lactose intolerant. For us however, it was a fantastic experience, the staff were lovely and we will definitely be back. Would love to see wine introduced, or at least a BYO option.

The best burger I've ever tasted! I love this place. Simple menu but the perfect burger. A must visit

Overall, the burgers were quite nice and the staff very friendly. The brioche was how you want it: sweet and soft. The only let down was the meat. When we asked to have our burgers cooked medium rare and were told "all our burgers are cooked medium rare" we were quite relieved and thought "finally a burger place that knows how to cook burgers". How disapointing to see that both our burgers were cooked all the way through. The place was very busy so that's probably why. We will give it another shot soon.

BEST BURGER IN BRISBANE. Anyone who says otherwise doesn't know what a burger is meant to be.

What are y'all complaining about?. I actually found the service to be pretty great...<br/>It started sprinkling down rain and a waitstaff came over and offered to find us a seat inside, even though we were already mostly covered. and our burgers came out quite quickly.<br/>the burgers themselves were delicious! I got the BB Vege and was pleasantly surprised that they don't skimp out on the pickles! The chips were very crispy and well-salted and it's all very decently priced.<br/>and as the cherry on top, they have a bowl of complementary bite sized Reese's pieces, which i was more than happy to take advantage of.<br/>will definitely be back<br/><br/><br/>-----10 Aug, 2014-----<br/><br/>Bb Vege Burger. PICKLES!!!

Old school style with an attrocious smile. Visiting bens burgers has been an up and down experience for me . The burgers are great but unfortunately I'm left with a lingering taste of hospitality at its finest . You can't teach character but you can steal recipes. Been there done that . If this place can ride the wave long enough without any rocks in its course it's sure to not drown in poor reviews . Do yourself a favour and stick with the Big Mac as at least those kids aren't to cool for us.

Heaven. The best burger I ever eat 10/10. This burger is mightier than the HAMMER OF THOR

Ben's Burgers was good. Th.... Ben's Burgers was good. <br/>They only had 3 burgers (with no alterations), and it still managed to take 25 minutes to come out to us though. The burger itself was yum but had far too much mustard on it. The chips were really salty too. On a major plus, the cherry cola & vanilla bean were perfect! Really enjoyable. <br/>I'm glad I tried them out, but probably won't go there again...

Average. You'd think with the limited menu they would be really efficient and have perfected the menu. Our group waited 20 mins for three burgers which is a bit unreasonable considering there was barely anyone in the store. One of our burgers had slightly uncooked meat. The chips are low quality and seem to be the same as you'd get at a sporting event in one of those red boxes. The main problem is the price though... $20 for a choice of two beers on tap served in a plastic cup, a burger that tastes suspiciously similar to a big mac and low quality chips? Since they're new there is still hope but for now there is better value to be had at the many other burger places around town.

Great Food, Rad Tunes. Went in for dinner over opening week, we had to line up for about 20 minutes just to order but man was it worth it. The cats behind the bar were all still down for a chat while we waited in line (in between taking orders and pouring beers, lol) and after we eventually found a table we didn't have to wait long for one of the tastiest burgers I've had in a long time. <br/>Great experience. Cold beers, awesome burgers and some of the funkiest tunes out (I saw one of them on soundcloud but couldn't see the artist, will have to go back armed with spotify!).

All beer no burger. Advertised as serving from 11am, I arrived at 11.15am to be told that they were waiting on some produce and were running late therefore wouldn't have burgers up till 11.30am. No problem, I bought a beer and elected to wait however at 11.30am the lady came out to tell me it would be another half an hour. I paid for my beer and went somewhere else for lunch. Not sure what the burgers are like, I couldn't buy one.

BEST BURGERS IN BRIZ!. I'm in love with this place. So good in fact I've been back 3 times within a week! Had both the BB Classic and BB Special and the quality is on point. The patty alone is a winner - meaty, juicy and cooked slightly rare (the way a burger patty should be!) Add the candied bacon if you really want glutinous perfection. The size is generous and they're full of flavour. The milkshakes are another winner in my opinion. They're quite rich in flavour which I personally love but my gf did find it a little too much. If you're after something a little "lighter", they offer a mushroom burger which my partner claims to have exceeded her expectations. Schooners of craft beer in frat cups for $7 is also great value! <br/><br/>I'm surprised to read disgruntled reviews about the staff. From my experience, I've had nothing but friendly and attentive service. I've been there while a line has built outside the door and down the lane. The two guys behind the bar manage to stay cool and efficient yet are still welcoming and down for a laugh. One night they sold out of fries and rather than being blunt and rude as has been mentioned, the man was so sincerely apologetic I nearly felt bad for him! <br/><br/>The atmosphere and decor is great though can feel a little crowded come peak time. In fact my only complaint is that you can be waiting both in line and then for your food for a good while. I waited 30 minutes for just a burger one night. That said, I think this is more a result of the demand on what is really just a humble little burger bar with what looks like a tiny kitchen. I can't really complain either, these burgers are THAT good. One other added positive I have to mention is Ben's always has the funkiest soul tunes pumping throughout the laneway. All in all a fun atmosphere, delicious food and great value.

Good Burgers. Bad Staff.. I have to echo the comments of the below reviews. The burgers are delicious and reasonably priced. The service and attitude of the staff, however, leave you wanting. <br/><br/>We were actually ushered off a table outside so that a couple, whom appeared to know a staff member, could sit there instead. We had to relocate inside and cram four people around a table that was clearly meant to two. Needless to say the four of us were not impressed. <br/><br/>The novelty factor of eating a nice burger in a lane way is certainly alluring, but the way we were treated would / has made me question whether I would go back.<br/><br/>I also found the 'no alterations to the burger' policy bizarre.

Best burger I never ate!. Bens is just so accommodating to everybody who never had stomach surgery or any dislike for dairy. <br/><br/> Their simple menu looked great but for some reason they were unable to take cheese off my fresh hand made burger. <br/><br/>I one day dream of a quality burger joint in 4005 or 4006 that will not put cheese in my burger... oh wait theres about 250. guess ill just pick a place next time that wants my money and wants to keep their cheese. <br/><br/>love from two out of every three australians who are lactose intolerant.

Yes! Just yes!. American style burgers are alive and well at Ben's! Run by the friendliest dudes around and dear god the burgers were amazing. Patty to bun ration was perfect, patty was medium rare, condiments delicious, and the buns are brioche! It's like the holy grail of burger perfection. Did I mention they serve beer? Go there now. P.S. A few people grumbling about the "no alteration" policy, meh, embrace the burger in all its pickle-medium-rare-cheesy-saucy glory.

Great Burgers pitty about the staff.... Someone needs to remind these unhappy hipsters that they work in hospitality. Im sorry but the bloke taking the order has no right to get annoyed when someones asks for a variation because they missed the little sign, cause you know you have been open a whole few weeks now. When asked what beers where available a slow finger was pointed to the kegs....Burgers were fantastic and I will be back on the food alone and once some of the staff readjust thier attitudes this place could tick all the boxes.

Very disappointing service. My husband and I were really looking forward to trying these burgers, but didn't get the chance. I'm pregnant and I am only supposed to eat meat that's well done. I asked the staff taking the order if I can have my burger well done. Her reply was, "there's no alterations to the menu". She asked another staff member if it could be done and he gave a very rude, "no",we both walked away feeling Unwelcomed. All in all very disappointed as we had herd the owners and the place was great. Hopefully this review can help bring awareness.

Great burgers! friendly staff

The Burger Connoisseur really liked the sauces, and said that it was impressive that they had used ketchup rather than tomato sauce (apparently ketchup has a thicker consistency). Personally, I found the patty to be alright (because I eat my beef rare), but my companions did not really like the beef as red as it was (please refer to photo on left). The lettuce and tomato were fresh, but I found that the whole taste of the burger was overpowered by the strong taste of the pickles, ketchup and mustard.

March 15, 2015 March 15, 2015 anthonyandtina We are always happy to try a new burger and had heard only good things about Ben’s, hidden away on funky Winn Lane in the Valley. The menu is short, to say the least with only 3 burgers.  We all decided on the classic option.  I had a house made ginger ale which was really refreshing with spicy ginger. The burgers certainly looked good with all the usual suspects – tomato, onion, lettuce, pickle and sauce.  The patty was cooked on the rare side much to my delight. The burgers were juicy, tasty and full of happiness! My boys both had full tummies and big smiles when we left. A good sign. About these ads Share this: Twitter Facebook Google Like this: Like Loading... Related Brisbane Restaurants Previous Article The Full Moon &

Winn Lane is potentially Brisbane’s hippest hangout. It also happens to be home to Ben’s Burgers – which is without a doubt Brisbane’s best looking burger joint. If ever there was a place that made American style burgers look classy and cool it’s Ben’s….oh and they taste pretty great too! Ben’s Burger’s has been open a few months now so I felt it was only time to see what all the fuss is about.

We loved the burgers in America – soft, sweet buns, juicy meat patties, melted cheese and loads of pickles. Ben’s Burgers, recently opened in Winn Lane, has replicated our NYC memories. Found in the space the previously housed Flamingo (behind The Zoo), it is a cosy space which takes over the back laneway when the surrounding shops shut their doors for the night. We had the Classic (beef, cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onions, ketchup, mustard and mayo) and the Special (beef, cheese, pickles, onion, jalapeños and special sauce) alongside the chilli cheese fries. The burgers are huge, filling and messy (in a delicious saucy way). If you can fit it in, add a brownie, some pecan pie, a milkshake or some candied bacon to your order. 5 Winn Lane, Fortitude Valley

The best thing about my Ben's Burger was the meat patty, which was thick and cooked medium rare, just the way a good NYC burger should be. I also really enjoyed the melted cheese and the mix of sauces, that gave the burger a wonderful flavour overall. I didn't miss the pickles and for me, they would have added nothing to the overall burger experience.

I'm going to start my review by saying these are my favourite classic style burgers in Brisbane at the moment. Classic style being your standard cheeseburger with a beef patty, good cheese, pickles, onion, tomato sauce, mustard and a good bun. There are better and fancier burgers but if you're craving some classic flavours, this is the place for it. They're cheap, open late, large portioned and taste bloody amazing.

Both of the beef patties were thick and juicy, cooked to a level where they were brown on the outside but pink in the middle.

The BB Classic looked like a thing of burger beauty on the delightful metal serving plates, and I plucked the “This is a burger” flag from atop the patty with satisfaction. The BB Classic is just that, a classic burger with a very well seasoned thick patty, melting American cheese, beautifully soft buns and tasty sauces.

In short, I loved my burger at Ben's Burgers. It wasn't too busy when we went there for lunch on a Thursday and the wait was what I call 'medium'. It wasn't fast food but it wasn't so long that we got impatient. I can imagine if it was busier and I had to wait longer than that, I would have gotten grouchy. The burgers are worth it though. They are basically cheeseburgers on steroids but pumped up to emphasize all the best features. Juicy real beef patties, flavoursome sauces, tangy pickles, melty cheese and soft sweet bread buns. A special mention goes out to the chocolate milkshake for being deliciously rich and decadent but not at all sickening.