This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In MN (And It's Not The Juicy Lucy)

ST. PAUL, MN — There is no shortage of places in Minnesota to grab a burger, an all-American classic. But connoisseurs who want the best should head to Parlour, according to a new list.

Tasting Table, a food and drink news site, said this about the Parlour burger:

"The Twin Cities' most beloved burger (shockingly, it's not a Juicy Lucy) comes to us from a snug, contemporary lounge known as Parlour. The Parlour burger made a name for itself with its flashy mix of brisket, ribeye, and chuck steak as a double patty with butter slathered in between. The meat is then topped with white American cheese and served with some pickle slices on the side. Legend has it that the bar once sold 398 in a single night."

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.”

Parlour has the following locations:

• Minneapolis
• St. Paul
• Excelsior
• Food Truck
• Target Center
• Huntington Bank Stadium
• U.S. Bank Stadium
• Pop-Up at Green Room