Jul 5, 2022 - Food and Drink

Your favorite burgers in Central Ohio

Alissa Widman Neese

Illustration of a cheeseburger with the Axios "A" as a grillmark on the burger patty. — Illustration: Aïda Amer/Axios

We knew you wouldn't disappoint. After sizzling over Reader's Digest's claim that Swenson's is Ohio's best burger, we asked for your recommendations. Try one of these from our readers.

"Beanie Burger at Gahanna Grill!" — Joni M.

"Thurman's is overrated. They’re huge but that's their only distinguishing characteristic. I'll take a Preston's smash burger over Thurman’s any day."

"Northstar Cafe's burgers (both beef and veggie) are also excellent." — Mike B.

"Preston's in the North Market!" — Steve R.

"Best burger in town is the BurgerBurger from FishBurger on the South Side. It’s half ground beef, half brisket, and delicious." — Andrew P.

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