Hamburger restaurant

Black Iron Burger

MidtownManhattan

4.5· 5,420 reviewsOpen until 12AM
Black Iron Burger — hamburger restaurant — in Midtown — Manhattan — NYC
Black Iron Burger interior — Midtown

Midtown

Manhattan

The brief

About Black Iron Burger

Cozy, easygoing wood-and-brick eatery with hefty specialty burgers and craft beers on tap.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score13(lower is better)

Inspected8/27/2025

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

How grades work

Community Rating

4.5

½

out of 5

5,420 community reviews

Rating aggregated from community reviews across platforms. Read full reviews on Google or Yelp for detailed diner experiences.

Community-sourced rating

Reviews

What diners say about Black Iron Burger

15 verified Google reviews · 15 with owner responses

4.7

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Elise BenoitLocal guide
2 weeks ago

We arrived quite late so all tables were busy, but we got seats at the bar.<br>Cajun French fries were delicious and burgers too. The waitress was nice!<br>Cocktails were original and very good.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Elise! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Cajun French fries, burgers, and our original cocktails. It’s great to know that our waitress provided nice service, even during a busy time. We appreciate you stopping by, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious experience!

Ibra LLocal guide
a month ago

I was looking for a nice burger restaurant in town and it showed this is one of the options, and I gotta say there’s no doubt it’s one of the highest rated restaurants in town, it’s definitely worth it, the burgers are so delicious and tasty real good, i had mine medium rare and it’s just perfect. I also on the side I had a couple cocktails and those were really great I liked the vibes too. The bartender “Tray “ was so kind and friendly to talk to. Definitely recommended if you into burgers 🤞🏼🤍

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Ibra! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found our burgers delicious and cooked to perfection. It’s great that you also loved the cocktails and the overall vibe of our restaurant. We’re especially proud of our team, and it’s fantastic to know that Tray provided such kind and friendly service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great burger experience soon!

Mariska van DelftLocal guide
a month ago

It was fine, not the best burger for us though. We had the magnificent and the epicentrum burger. Sweet potato to share and we didnt know that was an extra charge. Nice music and place to be.

Response from the owner

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Mariska. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and music. We appreciate your feedback on the burgers and the sweet potato fries. Your input is valuable and will help us improve. We hope to welcome you back for an even better visit in the future!

Grace FuLocal guide
a month ago

The masterpiece burger is the best, I will definitely come back for this. Yucca chips are nice as well. I love my drink, the black drop is very smooth and full of berry flavor!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Grace! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Masterpiece Burger and found the Black Drop drink so smooth and flavorful. It’s great that you appreciated the yucca chips as well! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us!

Jose AguirreLocal guide
2 months ago

After reading several reviews, we decided to give this place a chance. And didn't disappoint, The burgers were delicious!!!<br>During our visit to the city, we returned for a second time, (My wife asked to come back and eat here again—and that says a lot! 😁) as it was one of the best meals we had in NY. The "Masterpiece" burger was a omg moment, and "The Black Iron" had a very original flavor and was also delicious. The place was packed both times we visited, so we had to wait about 15 minutes. I recommend making a reservation in advance—especially if your group consists of 5 or more people—though you’ll likely have to wait regardless; however, it is 100% worth it.<br>The atmosphere is like a family-friendly bar, and the service is good; since they are so busy, it’s understandable that it isn't exactly "top-tier," but you can tell the servers really make an effort to ensure you are well taken care of.<br><br>The food will not disappoint you. I would return without hesitation. The prices are reasonable—though based on the flavor of the food alone, this place gets a 10/10.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Jose! We’re thrilled to hear that both you and your wife enjoyed our burgers, especially the Masterpiece and The Black Iron. It’s wonderful that you chose to visit us again during your trip to New York—that truly means a lot to us! We appreciate your tip about making reservations, especially for larger groups. It’s great to know that you found our family-friendly atmosphere welcoming and that our staff made a solid effort to take care of you despite being busy. We’re delighted that you consider our food worth the wait and that you found our prices reasonable. Your 10/10 rating on flavor is an incredible compliment! Thank you for recommending us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again on your next visit to the city. Safe travels!

Zee LopezLocal guide
3 months ago

Absolutely delicious burgers! They are fresh and juicy. The fries are great especially the herb garlic fries. Great service and I recommend making a reservation. Service is quick and they are attentive to the customer. First time there but it won't be my last.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Zee! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our fresh and juicy burgers, and that our herb garlic fries made a great impression. It’s fantastic to know our service was quick and attentive during your visit. We appreciate your recommendation to make a reservation and are delighted that your first experience with us won’t be your last. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Shibi UmeshLocal guide
3 months ago

I had a great experience going here, right<br>During happy hours all their beers are great and the burgers are not to be missed. I got the truffle fries too. But further the vibe and the music was great tbh. Although i sat at the bar i got all that i wanted without any complaints

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us, especially during Happy Hour. It’s great to know that you loved our burgers, truffle fries, and the overall vibe and music. We appreciate you choosing to sit at the bar and are glad you received everything you wanted without any complaints. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another great visit!

K ALocal guide
3 months ago

Love the vibes, the food, the drinks, the music & most importantly,….. the food!!!! Burgers come out quick and delicious. We finished our meal in less then 40 mins from be seated to last bite. Servers are very pleasant and helpful. Definitely going back

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the vibes, food, drinks, and music. It’s great that our burgers were quick and delicious, and that our service met your expectations. We truly appreciate you finishing your meal in under 40 minutes—that’s impressive! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience. See you soon!

Cupcake
3 months ago

I just ordered 2 turkey burgers, onion rings, two extra sauces and a gingerale for almost 60 bucks.... I received everything but the gingerale and who want food with no drink? The burgers was good but could use more seasonings and the onion rings were good as well but didnt taste like much without the sauce it came with. I got the spicy mayo and I guess it was spicy for a child but I felt no heat and the espresso BBQ sauce was really good. I which I got 2... and sadly this food is delivered from the restaurant and they forgot my drink which is silly when you work there and know to read everything before you pack it but they didnt. Oh well. Good but its not good enough to spend that much money and not get everything... also they dont offer regular mayo... you have to buy mayo with this and that but nothing regular. I mean sometimes you need and want regular mayo especially when you are getting something with the works..

Response from the owner

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the burgers, onion rings, and found the espresso BBQ sauce to be a highlight. Your feedback about the seasoning and sauces is valuable, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration. We apologize for the oversight with your ginger ale and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. It’s important to us that every aspect of your meal is enjoyable. Your comments on our mayo options are also noted, and we’ll review our menu to ensure we’re meeting our customers’ needs. Thank you again for your honest feedback. We hope to see you back soon for an even better experience!

Nicholas MenegattiLocal guide
3 months ago

A Place who find the best match between burger and food quality. I'm italian, I know what good food is and this Place Is the best One in NY.<br>The meat quality Is Amazing, the bread so tasty. Comfortable and clean Place with identity Is a must to do in NY.<br>Reservation Is Better

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Nicholas! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our burgers and food quality, especially coming from someone who knows good food. It’s great to know you found our place comfortable, clean, and with a unique identity. Your tip about making a reservation is much appreciated! We look forward to welcoming you back to Black Iron Burger on your next visit to New York. Grazie mille for the recommendation!

jim birdLocal guide
3 months ago

This has place a burger worth dying for. Create your own and get it just the way you like it. I went with the double,pepper jack,jalepenos,egg,bbq sauce. Cooked to perfection, juicey with lots of flavor. My side of onion rings was the perfect match. Light crsipy perfectly seasoned. This place is right up there with chicago burger company, Boston burger company and Wild Willy's.

Response from the owner

Thank you for your fantastic review, Jim! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed creating your perfect burger with us. It sounds absolutely delicious with all those flavorful toppings! We're also glad our crispy onion rings were the perfect match for your meal. It's an honor to be mentioned alongside such great burger spots. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience!

Kyle SechlerLocal guide
4 months ago

Visited 2/3/26<br>Went in at lunchtime on a Tuesday and it was not packed at all so we got a table super quick. My wife and I both got the smash burger but she had her's on a gluten free bun as she has an allergy to gluten. Burgers were amazing! We love when we can find a place that serves grass fed beef. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the burger. Her gluten free bun was great too! Fries were like McDonald's size, which we love since they are usually crunchier, and they were. I also got a chocolate milkshake and it was very tasty as well. We did try and come back on a Friday night around 6pm and it was paaaacked! There was a 20 min wait and we had to go meet friends so bummer this place isn't a little bit bigger, but honestly that's more of a compliment than a downside! Would highly recommend this spot if you're in this area! 💯👍

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Kyle! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife enjoyed our Smash Burgers and that we could accommodate your wife's gluten allergy with our gluten-free bun. It's great to know you appreciated the flavor of our grass-fed beef and found the fries crunchy! We’re sorry to hear about the wait on your return visit, but we truly appreciate your understanding. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to seeing you both again soon. Thank you for recommending us!

Justin Rogers-CooperLocal guide
4 months ago

Fast-paced, buzzing burger joint with a mix of Latin apps and flavors at the edges. Nice dark style with a bar in back and sports on tv throughout. Midtown prices play to tourists and families, but the service and quality are built for New York standards.<br><br>I had the mushroom truffle cheeseburger with fries and coleslaw; I was hungry and it was good. Portions were thankfully right-sized and not bulging. Moscow Mule cocktails were on point and not syrupy. Service was kind and sustained.<br><br>I recommend making reservations. The place is narrow and they push table tops, but it was jammed the whole time I was there (5-6pm on a Saturday). Also, be aware there are *two* and I came here to the 38th location after booking at the other one. Google Maps didn’t show the other location when I searched. The host was kind enough to call the other place.

Response from the owner

Thank you for your fantastic review, Justin! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the mushroom truffle cheeseburger and appreciated our portion sizes. It's great that you found our Moscow Mule cocktails and service up to New York standards. We value your tips about making reservations and finding the right location. Your feedback helps us improve the experience for all our guests. We hope to see you again soon at Black Iron Burger!

Nick Armstrong
6 months ago

Had a crazy wonderful lunch at the bar, with Jose (the bartender) as our host. We had journeyed away from Bryant Square, as the SantaCon crowds were stifling. We hit Blavk Iron, and as one of my Wisconsin friends said “best burger I’ve ever had” (and she grew up on a farm in WI). Jose was a great host & convinced my wife to do a tequila shot & such. Highly recommended. A high point of our weekend in NYC.

Response from the owner

Hi Nick, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful lunch with us and that our bartender, Jose, provided such a great experience. It’s fantastic that your friend enjoyed the best burger she’s ever had! We’re delighted you all chose Black Iron Burger as a refuge from the SantaCon crowds. It’s also great to hear that Jose convinced your wife to enjoy a tequila shot! We truly appreciate your high recommendation and are honored to have been a highlight of your weekend in NYC. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Tatiana HooverLocal guide
8 months ago

Another excellent meal at a Black Iron Burger! We were on our way to Madison Square Garden and really hungry when we walked past this restaurant. It’s our fourth meal at this chain. The burgers were fresh and delicious. Excellent fries. Recent drink, beer was super cold and excellent.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal with us before heading to Madison Square Garden. It's fantastic that this was your fourth visit to our chain! We're delighted that you found the burgers fresh and delicious, the fries excellent, and the beer super cold. We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon!

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