Best Burgers in Bowling Green, KY

In celebration of comfort food season, we want to highlight the best spots for the best burgers in BG! Whether you like it with cheese or no cheese, all the condiments or none, we want to be able to point you to the local favorites. That’s right, we asked locals what their favorite spot was for a burger and they delivered. Also, if your favorite isn’t on this list, let us know about it! We don’t want the best burgers to be the best-kept secret - we need to tell the world. 

Stingray Grill at the National Corvette Museum | 350 Corvette Drive

Stingray Burger pictured above.

Bowling Green, KY is known for being the home of the National Corvette Museum and the GM Corvette Assembly Plant but it's also becoming known for the Stingray Burger! That's right, this juicy option melts in your mouth and features a blend of Wagyu beef, Bison, Elk & Wild Boar, including arugula, apple slices, smoked cheddar, bacon and bacon tomato jam. It's a must when you visit BGKY.

Photo credit: Gerard's Tavern

Gerard’s 1907 Tavern | 935 College Street

There’s nothing like enjoying a big, juicy burger in a historic building on Fountain Square. There are views and flavors for days. All your senses will be satisfied after a trip to Gerard’s Tavern. Their cocktails are second to none and their menu is flavorful and locally sourced. Put them on your list next time you are in Bowling Green, KY. 

You can’t have a burger in your name and not have a good one. They are redefining the fast, casual restaurant and we can promise you their burger always delights! From the Executive Burger to the El Diablo, Burger & Bowl kicks it up a notch with their creativity. It’ll be hard to just choose one so go with your friends and split a few. 

Photo Credit: Pub by Novo
 

Pub by Novo | 2425 Scottsville Rd #127

When you are heading to an elevated sports bar, you know the burger is going to be perfect. Sit on their patio, snap pics in their industrial ambiance, and indulge in their locally-favorite burgers. You also can’t go wrong with any of their craft beers or cocktails.

Photo credit: Double Dogs
 

Double Dogs | 1780 Scottsville Road

Whether it is the Big John or the Bo Burger, Double Dogs will have you satisfied in the burger category. This restaurant stays true to their identity with menu items like the Pickled Paw Prints and Dog Bowl Nachos. You are guaranteed to have a tail-waggin' good time. 

Bike Rack Bistro | 855 Broadway Avenue

This quaint and delicious bistro is right on the edge of downtown Bowling Green and is frequented and loved by locals. Their must-order is the Bistro Burger, which includes pimento cheese, bacon, and raspberry preserves - now that is what we call a top burger! 

Need more ideas on how to spend your time in Bowling Green? Just head over to our things to do and events pages for all kinds of fun activities. Then, make sure to find a hotel and some great restaurants. 

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