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Best Burgers in Calgary for Summer 2026

Featured🍔 Burgers2026Updated June 11, 2026

Best Burgers in Calgary for Summer 2026 highlights 10 places in Calgary, including Lil' Empire Burger - Bridgeland, Lil' Empire Burger - Capitol Hill, and Lil’ Empire Burger - Annex Ale Location. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Burgers in Calgary for Summer 2026
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10 stops to try

Lil' Empire Burger - Bridgeland — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

Lil' Empire Burger - Bridgeland

Restaurant1105 1 Ave NEHours & contact
+1 403-455-4007
Monday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Lil' Empire in Bridgeland specializes in expertly crafted smash burgers.

This spot focuses on the smash burger, featuring crispy edges and flavorful centers. The minimalist decor emphasizes the food, complemented by friendly service.

Perfect for

Smash burger fans, minimalist dining, friendly service

Go lunch or dinner

Lil' Empire Burger - Capitol Hill — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

Lil' Empire Burger - Capitol Hill

Restaurant1837 20 Ave NWHours & contact
+1 403-452-3020
Monday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Lil' Empire in Capitol Hill delivers smash burgers with a smile.

This spot focuses on the smash burger, featuring crispy edges and flavorful centers. The friendly service and cozy setting make it ideal for a casual meal.

Perfect for

Smash burger lovers, friendly service, cozy dining

Go lunch or dinner

Lil’ Empire Burger - Annex Ale Location — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

Lil’ Empire Burger - Annex Ale Location

Restaurant4321 1st St SEHours & contact
+1 403-453-8994
Monday
12–9 PM
Tuesday
12–9 PM
Wednesday
12–9 PM
Thursday
12–9 PM
Friday
12–10 PM
Saturday
12–10 PM
Sunday
12–7 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Lil’ Empire excels at smash burgers with crispy-edged patties.

Located inside Annex Ale, this joint serves smash burgers with crispy exteriors. The minimalist decor and beer pairings create a relaxed dining experience.

Perfect for

Casual nights out, beer and burger pairings, group hangouts

Go evenings after 6pm

Clive Burger

Hamburger Restaurant225 7 Ave SW #205Hours & contact
+1 403-229-9224
Monday
10:30 AM–5 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM–5 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM–5 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM–5 PM
Friday
10:30 AM–5 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Clive Burger offers eco-friendly burgers with retro decor.

Situated in a bustling area, Clive Burger serves burgers that are both tasty and environmentally conscious. The retro decor and outdoor seating enhance the dining experience.

Perfect for

Eco-conscious diners, outdoor seating, retro decor

Go lunch before 5pm

iyycburg (Marda Loop) — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

iyycburg (Marda Loop)

Hamburger Restaurant1950 33 Ave SWHours & contact
+1 587-291-8376
Monday
11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–11 PM
Thursday
11 AM–11 PM
Friday
11 AM–11 PM
Saturday
11 AM–11 PM
Sunday
11 AM–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Iyycburg offers local burgers in a cozy Marda Loop setting.

This venue emphasizes community and comfort, providing carefully made burgers. The cozy interior and friendly service attract local patrons.

Perfect for

Community dining, cozy room, local patrons

Go dinner before 11pm

Bastion Burger

Hamburger Restaurant501 17 Ave SWHours & contact
+1 587-717-1329
Monday
5–11 PM
Tuesday
5–11 PM
Wednesday
5–11 PM
Thursday
5–11 PM
Friday
12–11 PM
Saturday
12–11 PM
Sunday
12–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Bastion Burger delivers a solid smash burger that hits the spot.

This spot keeps it simple with a focus on quality ingredients. The beef is locally sourced, and the buns are perfectly toasted, making it a reliable choice for burger enthusiasts.

Perfect for

Smash burger fans, quick bites, casual dining

Go dinner time before 11pm

Boogie’s Burgers Marda Loop — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

Boogie's Burgers Marda Loop

2129 33 Ave SW

Boogie’s Burgers in Marda Loop features massive burgers and arcade games.

This spot offers large, topping-filled burgers and free arcade games, making it a lively place for casual gatherings.

Perfect for

Group hangouts, arcade fun, big appetites

Go evenings before 9pm

Flipp'n Burgers

Hamburger Restaurant330 10 St NWHours & contact
+1 403-474-9365
Monday
11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–11 PM
Thursday
11 AM–11 PM
Friday
11 AM–1 AM
Saturday
11 AM–1 AM
Sunday
11 AM–11 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Flipp'n Burgers offers a nostalgic burger experience in a '50s-themed setting.

This '50s-themed spot focuses on classic burgers and customizable toppings, complemented by signature milkshakes and retro decor.

Perfect for

Late-night cravings, retro decor, customizable burgers

Go late night up to 1am

Rocky's Burgers — best burgers in Calgary, Summer 2026

Rocky's Burgers

Restaurant1235 26 Ave SEHours & contact
+1 403-336-0405
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10 AM–3 PM
Thursday
10 AM–3 PM
Friday
10 AM–5 PM
Saturday
10 AM–5 PM
Sunday
10 AM–5 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Rocky's Burgers offers straightforward, quality burgers.

This venue offers a simple counter-serve setup focused on quality burgers. The well-seasoned patties provide a satisfying meal.

Perfect for

Quick lunch, straightforward dining, burger enthusiasts

Go weekdays before 5pm

Inglewood Drive In

Fast food802 12 Street SEHours & contact
+1 403-265-5198
Monday
10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday
10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday
10 AM–8 PM
Thursday
10 AM–8 PM
Friday
10 AM–8 PM
Saturday
10 AM–8 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–8 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

For burgers in Calgary, Inglewood Drive offers burger-focused meals with a clear casual-dining fit in a fast food restaurant setting.

Inglewood Drive is a Calgary fast food restaurant suited to burger-focused meals with a clear casual-dining fit. It is easiest to plan around burger runs, casual dinners, quick group meals, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Burger runs, casual dinners, quick group meals

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm