The cheeseburger is a true American classic, and with only surfacing in the early 20th century, it has become a staple of fast food and diners across the country. Being such a simple recipe, it’s really hard to find a bad cheeseburger, but it is rare to perfect the craft. This is where Paul’s Da Burger Joint from Manhattan comes into the picture. Widely recognized as having some of the best burgers in New York, tourists and locals alike flock to Paul’s.

Paul’s can be found on 131 2nd Ave on Manhattan Island. It was founded in 1989 and is family-operated to this day.

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On the outside, it seems like a typical “hole in the wall” burger joint. But stepping inside reveals a retro 50’s style diner.

이재원 It’s decorated like a classic restaurant, not unlike many found in small towns across America, so you will feel right at home!

How could you go wrong with a classic? If you’re looking for a good, standard burger, the bacon cheeseburger looks delicious!

Renato R/TripAdvisor If you want a beefed-up version, try the “Soul Burger”, which adds ham and crispy fried onions.

Mushroom lovers rejoice! Paul’s offers a few Cheeseburgers with these tasty morsels.

GuenaDG/TripAdvisor Don’t rule out the “Eastsider Burger”, constructed with bacon, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, and onions. This item gives you pretty much everything you could want. Not to mention this is their house specialty!

If you’re more spice-inclined, you could try out the “ElPaso Burger”, a seemingly normal cheeseburger stacked with jalapeños.

agabarr/TripAdvisor Even with all the burgers to choose from, if you don’t see one that matches your appetite, feel free to create your own!

No matter if you’re visiting, or a long-term resident, do yourself a favor and go to Paul’s Da Burger Joint. Even if it is one of the best burger restaurants in New York, it has other menu items as well. Have you been to Paul’s Da Burger Joint? If so, how was your experience? Let us know in the comments!

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It’s decorated like a classic restaurant, not unlike many found in small towns across America, so you will feel right at home!

Renato R/TripAdvisor

If you want a beefed-up version, try the “Soul Burger”, which adds ham and crispy fried onions.

GuenaDG/TripAdvisor

Don’t rule out the “Eastsider Burger”, constructed with bacon, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, and onions. This item gives you pretty much everything you could want. Not to mention this is their house specialty!

agabarr/TripAdvisor

Even with all the burgers to choose from, if you don’t see one that matches your appetite, feel free to create your own!

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Address: Paul’s Da Burger Joint, 131 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA