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Best Burgers in Greenpoint
Master Critic Review
20 Gram Café
7.8
Tucked inside Jubilee Marketplace, 20 Gram Café has become famous for its onion-smashed cheeseburger sliders priced closer to pocket change than typical NYC burger joints. The setup is café-counter simple, but the steady stream of locals and citywide burger pilgrims speaks to how satisfying these small, greasy, and carefully seared burgers are.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger Sliders, 20g Classic Cheeseburgers, Double Patty Cheeseburger
Scores:
Value: 9.2
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: Super-affordable onion-smashed sliders served from a supermarket café counter with citywide word-of-mouth buzz.
Who should go: Value-focused burger fans chasing big flavor on a small budget.
When to visit: Daytime and early evening before the grill gets slammed with slider orders.
What to order: Cheeseburger sliders, a Double Patty Cheeseburger, and tater tots if available.
Insider tip: Enter through Jubilee Marketplace and head to the back counter; sliders are small, so plan on at least two or three per person.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on surrounding residential blocks; generally manageable midday but tighter after 6pm.
Dress code: Casual — everyday streetwear is normal, no need to dress up.
Noise level: Low to moderate — supermarket ambiance; easy conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes during peak slider rushes; sometimes longer if orders stack up.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; quick counter turnover.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited — occasional non-burger snacks, but burgers dominate.
Vegan options: No meaningful vegan options; patties and buns are not vegan-focused.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free buns or prep space; cross-contact is likely.
Best For
Better for: Ultra-affordable, onion-smashed sliders made to order with shockingly strong flavor at a price few NYC burger spots can touch.
Skip if: You want full-size gourmet burgers, bar seating, alcohol, or a proper sit-down meal — this is a supermarket counter built for speed and value.