This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In Massachusetts

BOSTON, MA — There is no shortage of places in Massachusetts to grab a burger, an all-American classic. But connoisseurs who want the best should head to Blue Ox, in Lynn, according to a new list.

Tasting Table, a food and drink news site, said of the burger from Blue Ox:

"It's not uncommon for Bostonians to head north up the coast just for a taste of one of the country's best burgers at the ritzy Blue Ox. Chef Matt O'Neil crafts the fan-favorite Sin burger with applewood-smoked bacon, Swiss cheese, and truffle aioli — a heavenly trio, despite its name. This wicked-good burger is a three-time winner of Boston's prestigious Battle of the Burger competition."

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The restaurant recently hosted a dinner that brought in local influencers, including this person who confirmed the quality of the burger:

The list includes simple creations from ultra-casual spots and gourmet bites from classy, time-honored establishments.

Americans consume about 50 billion burgers a year, or three burgers a week, whether at a restaurant, from a food truck or at home, according to multiple sources.

Burgers have only been around for about 100 years, but have become a quintessential example of Americana. While the “contentious debate” over which state can claim to be the birthplace of the burger has never been settled, “every state in the U.S. is home to some mind-blowing takes on America's favorite sandwich, from classic iterations with just meat and cheese to towering icons of beefy, saucy, veggie-laden splendor.”

To be considered for the list, burgers had to have amassed some serious recognition among burger lovers, whether with culinary awards, positive reviews or “best of” competitions.

“Many of these eateries are local linchpins with histories dating back nearly a century, while others are newer spots that are rapidly accruing cult followings,” Tasting Table said. “The best burger in each state is subjective, and there are plenty of restaurants around the nation that came close to earning our title of best in the state, but we stand by our top picks. These burgers earned their shining reputation and our vote thanks to unique recipes, top-quality ingredients, or expert burger craftsmanship, and all act as a quintessential example of the one meal that can encapsulate America's culinary history.”

If You Go To Blue Ox

Address: 191 Oxford St., Lynn

Phone number: 781-780-5722

Website: https://theblueoxlynn.com/

Hours: 4 to 9 p.m.

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