Santa Fe Bite – Santa Fe, New Mexico
The Santa Fe Bite is right up there with the best of the best when it comes to burger eateries in New Mexico. Given that New Mexico is known for its green chili cheeseburgers, you should expect to find some extremely tasty ones here. Typically, the chili peppers are diced and tossed on top of the patties. The previous owners of the once-famous Bobcat Bite have since opened this fantastic restaurant. “The burger itself has a steak-y heft,” adds Bill Addison of Eater.
HiHo Cheeseburger – Santa Monica, California
HiHo Cheeseburger may not impress you when it comes to burger options; they have the standard basic cheeseburgers, their special HiHo cheeseburgers, and a gluten-free vegetarian option, all of which can be made spicier. However, when it comes to flavor, this Santa Monica hamburger joint shines out. Their thin, seared patties are made of 100% grass-fed wagyu beef and go well with their hand-cut, twice-fried fries and thick, creamy milkshakes.