Sink your teeth into a burger

The classic combo of burger and chips has upped its game over the years becoming not just a takeaway item but a legendary menu item for many restaurants. Here are four suggestions where you can order a burger that we think is just a little bit special!

1.  Duke of Marlborough, Russell, Bay of Islands

The Duke of Marlborough is an iconic landmark in Russell, steeped in history and renowned for its award-winning cuisine.  Infamous on its lunch menu is ‘The Governors Burger’ featuring a hand blended Angus chuck and brisket patty accompanied with fresh ingredients and is unofficially claimed to be the best burger in the bay.  But don’t take our word for it, you will have to check it out for yourself! theduke.co.nz

2.  Amayjen The Restaurant, Feilding

Situated in the small rural town of Feilding, Amayjen has a big reputation for serving award-winning cuisine.  From fine dining in the evening to light lunches, owner and chef Andrew May loves to use fresh local ingredients for their ‘Amayjen Burger’ which is loaded with a 180g AngusPure beef pattie with cheese, crispy bacon, chutney and salad served with fries and onion rings this would be a tasty treat for anyone with a hearty lunchtime appetite.  amayjen.co.nz

3. Grill Meats Beer, Wellington

This funky little restaurant in the heart of Cuba Street has a great vibe with an open kitchen which adds to the theatre of a great dining experience.  The chefs mince their grass-fed beef daily to bring you only the freshest juiciest burgers which they will cook to your liking.  The friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you match a craft beer to your taste and throw in some fresh and healthy side dishes and this will be a burger experience to remember.  grillmeatsbeer.co.nz

4. The Fat Duck, Te Anau

Nestled at the gateway to Fiordland, Te Anau is a great place to base yourself and explore some of New Zealand’s beautiful South Island scenery.  And there is no better way to refuel after a day of sightseeing than a specially prepared gourmet burger.  The Fat Duck is renowned amongst the locals for their burgers and word has it the chef's special beef schnitzel, mushroom and gravy burger is a winner.  Or if lamb is your thing then check out their lamb burger with feta, Tzatziki and fries. Burgerlicious! https://www.facebook.com/FatDuckTeAnau/