Inexpensive Bronx Burger Counters, Breakfast to Midnight

4.2 (610)

Mon – Sat, 06:30 – 21:00; Sun, 07:00 – 20:00

228 Willis Ave, Bronx, NY 10454, USA

Breakfast starts at 6:30 AM at this no-frills, cash-only grill on Willis Ave, known for bacon-egg-and-cheese rolls and iced coffee. Burgers, sandwiches and waffle fries fill out the rest of the day.

4.9 (820)

Mon – Sun, 10:30 – 00:00 (+1)

341 E 149th St

Signature slap sauce covers the burgers here, though the patties run small. Fries draw the loudest praise and come in large portions, with chicken tenders and fried Oreos also on the menu. Counter seating is limited, with a 30-minute limit.

4.6 (45)

Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

396 E 149th Street

Made-to-order smashburgers and loaded fries with signature sauce make up most of the short menu at this counter, part of a chain born in New York City. There is no seating or restroom, so plan to eat elsewhere.

4.5 (68)

Mon – Fri, 06:00 – 19:00; Sat – Sun, 07:00 – 18:00

470 East Tremont Avenue

Burgers on grilled bread and deep-fried tacos come from this budget-friendly mom-and-pop counter on East Tremont Ave, which opens at 6:00 AM on weekdays. Hot breakfast sandwiches and Mexican plates draw a steady stream of locals, fries are pre-cut, and a clean space keeps takeout orders moving.