Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Burgers Restaurants in Greenpoint
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Three Decker Diner
Old‑school diner burgers served late into the night
Notable Picks
8.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A classic Greenpoint diner turning out hefty, no‑frills burgers and comfort staples well into the night, with reliable quality and friendly service. Its long hours make it a go‑to for late‑night cravings after bars close.
Must-Try Dishes:
All‑American Burger, Double Cheeseburger, Classic Fries
What Makes it Special: Old‑school diner burgers served late into the night
Blue Collar Burger’s Greenpoint outpost is a narrow counter-service shop focused on classic griddled cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and fries. The menu is short and dialed-in, giving locals a fast, satisfying burger option that feels more like a polished roadside stand than a sit-down restaurant.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger, Beef Dog & Fries
What Makes it Special: A focused, no-frills burger counter turning out griddled cheeseburgers that punch above their price.
Worthy Picks
#3
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
What Makes it Special: Super-affordable onion-smashed sliders served from a supermarket café counter with citywide word-of-mouth buzz.