6 burger spots in Alabama you’ll want to sink your teeth into this summer

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Bill-E’s Bacon Cheeseburger (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz) (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

When I think of summer foods, the first things that spring to mind are burgers and fries. With July in full swing, now is the perfect time to embrace the sizzling summer staple.

We grilled our writers about the best burger spots in Alabama and compiled a list of six places you will want to stop by this season!

Dub’s Burgers in Athens

Nothing like a Dub's Burger on a fall day. Come see us today! 🤩🍁🍂🍁

Posted by Dub's Burgers on Thursday, September 23, 2021

Established in 1961, Dub’s Burgers has been a longtime love of Athens’. This diner’s affordable prices, friendly atmosphere and delicious burgers will have you leaving with a smile and a full stomach.

  • What to order: The “All The Way” Cheeseburger—comes with mustard, ketchup, pickles, onions, slaw, lettuce and tomato!
  • Where: 400 S Jefferson St Suite 402, Athens, AL 35611
  • Hours: Mon-Fri, 10AM-3PM | Sat, 10AM-2PM | Closed Sun.
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Callaghan’s in Mobile

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Outside view of Callaghan’s Irish Social Club (Liv George / The Bama Buzz)

Voted Best Burger in Alabama by USA Today, Callaghan’s Irish Social Club boasts both amazing eats and a welcoming pub atmosphere. If you’re near downtown Mobile, stop by Callaghan’s in the Oakleigh Garden District for live music and their famous burgers.

  • What to order: The LA Conecuh Burger—a beef patty mixed with spicy Conecuh pork sausage + pepper jack cheese, spicy mustard and coleslaw
  • Where: 916 Charleston St, Mobile, AL 36604
  • Hours: Mon-Sat, 11AM-11PM | Sun, 10AM-11PM
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Chez Fonfon in Birmingham

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Chez Fonfon’s Hamburger Fonfon and pommes frites (The Bama Buzz)

Visiting Birmingham? You won’t want to miss out on stopping by this French bistro in the center of Five Points South! Enjoy their “Hamburger Fonfon” and “pommes frites” at one of their Belle Époque cafe tables.

  • What to order: Their Hamburger Fonfon—comes with comté cheese, grilled red onion, pickles + fries
  • Where: 2007 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Hours: Tues-Fri, 11AM-9:30PM | Sat, 4PM-9:30PM | Closed Sun. and Mon.
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Bill-E’s in Fairhope

Bill-E'S Has Indoor As Well As Outdoor Seating. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)
Bill-E’s has indoor as well as outdoor seating. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Bill-E’s, also known as Old 27 Grill, is the perfect oasis to enjoy a good burger and afternoons of live music. Visitors can soak up the summer sun in their outdoor seating area while trying out their house-smoked bacon.

  • What to order: Bill-E’s Bacon Cheeseburger—comes with Bill-E’s house-made bacon, American cheese, dill pickles and comeback sauce
  • Where: 19992 AL-181 Suite A, Fairhope, AL 36532
  • Hours: Sun-Thurs, 10:30AM-9PM | Fri-Sat, 10:30AM-10PM
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5 Points Deli & Grill in Montgomery

Introducing the "Big Cheesy Bacon Meltdown"! Sink your teeth into a half-pound grilled hamburger, seasoned to…

Posted by 5 Points Deli & Grill on Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Montgomery’s 5 Point Deli and Grill is home to huge, hand-crafted specialty burgers and sandwiches. Keep up with their Facebook to stay up to date on their burgers of the month.

  • What to order: Big Cheesy Bacon Meltdown—comes with cheddar cheese, onion bacon cheddar crisps + hot honey on a grilled brioche bun
  • Where: 1010 E Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36106
  • Hours: Mon-Sat, 11AM-8PM | Closed Sun.
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The Essential in Birmingham

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Window seating at The Essential (The Bama Buzz)

Whether it’s time for weekend brunch or dinnertime, The Essential is always serving up burgers beloved by Birmingham. This beautifully decorated neighborhood cafe and bar is located on the historic cobblestone of Morris Avenue downtown.

  • What to order: Their “Big Mac style” Cheeseburger—comes with fries
  • Where: 2215 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
  • Hours: Mon-Fri, 4PM-10PM | Sat-Sun, 9AM-10PM
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