Eight mouth-watering burger places in Malaga province

Food and drink

Some of the most impressive and daring burgers in restaurants around Malaga

Marina Martínez

Bacon jam, carbonara sauce, basil mayonnaise, bone marrow, crispy onions, pistachio dust and even guacamole: these days, surprising people with a burger has become increasingly difficult. Burgers now come in endless combinations of flavours, textures, fillings, buns and toppings, not to mention the eternal debate over smash or non-smash patties.

The trend is also growing in Malaga. Far from reaching a point of satiation, the province keeps adding new burger options to a scene food historians trace back to Hamburg before German immigrants brought it to the US.

Today, burgers remain firmly associated with America and major chains continue to invest in the city, from Five Guys and Carl's Jr. to newer arrivals such as Milwaukee and Smash Hiro by Esttik.

Choosing where to go is no easy task. Here are eight standout options in the province.

La Burguesita

USB Burger celebrates its first anniversary this year. The restaurant belongs to the El Caserito group run by Ricardo Álvarez, which also owns La Cheesequería and Fomo.

Located on Calle Carretería, USB focuses on "well-made burgers" without unnecessary frills. The restaurant uses beef from Emilio Mérida in El Colmenar and Martin's potato buns, with gluten-free options available.

Highlights include the Special 2.0, with double beef patties, bacon jam and smoked corn nuts; the Trufada, with gouda, fried egg, parmesan and truffle mayo; and the Pollo Loco, featuring fried chicken, cheddar, spicy sauce, bacon, tomato and lettuce.