Denver is the capital of a state that is proudly the healthiest in the nation. But that doesn't mean that the locals don't know how to get down with a gigantic, delicious, and artery-clogging slab of meat on a bun. Some of the places on this list like to really experiment and turn this American culinary staple into something approaching haute cuisine while others are happy to serve up textbook examples of old-school greasy monsters. Whatever type of burger you crave, Denver has it. Also, there's no pressure to run or hike it off afterward - as a visitor, you can always claim you're still adjusting to the altitude.
2641 East 2nd Avenue
Some of the best bar food in Denver...
1890 South Pearl Street
Greasy, affordable Americana...
340 East Alameda Avenue
Natural, gourmet Colorado burgers...
2376 15th St
Burgers, beer, and a great patio...
5453 Manhart St
Juicy beef patties piled with pickles and onions...
2700 E. 3rd Ave
A GastroPub: "notched up" pub fare with a focus on fresh ingredients...
1555 Blake Street
Premium Angus burgers and distinct sandwiches...
700 East 17th Avenue
Open-air bar and grille for "open-minded people"...
3575 South Yosemite Street
Political eats...
76 Broadway
Burgers, drinks, and a great happy hour...