Start your year with the bold, hand-pressed flavors of Atlantic City’s best independent burger joints.

If you are looking to satisfy a New Year’s craving, these local legends are the perfect places to order a gourmet burger or book a table for a casual holiday lunch.

From boardwalk staples to hidden gastropubs, these non-chain favorites are ready to serve you the best beef in the city on January 1st.

  1. NWingcraft Kitchen – 2010 Baltic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

  2. Broadway Burger – 2801 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

  3. Back Bay Ale House – 800 N New Hampshire Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

  4. Bill’s Burger (Golden Nugget) – 600 Huron Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

  5. Tony Beef – 171 Reststop Rd, Galloway, NJ 08205 (Local Favorite Nearby)

  6. Kook Burger – 3101 Revere Blvd, Brigantine, NJ 08203

  7. Freddy J’s Kitchen – 5698 Somers Point Rd, Mays Landing, NJ 08330

  8. Old Homestead Steakhouse (Borgata) – 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

  9. White House Sub Shop (Known for Burger Subs) – 2301 Arctic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Whether you want a classic pub patty or a chef-inspired masterpiece, these local spots offer the quality and atmosphere you need to kick off 2026.

Visit one today to enjoy a genuine Atlantic City dining experience.