The Popular Chicken Restaurant That Sells Fan-Favorite Burgers

Buffalo Wild Wings is best known for its chicken wings (after all, it's in the name). But aside from fried poultry, the chain's burgers hold a special place in diners' hearts. In fact, in a survey of 644 Mashed readers, 11% of voters called the burgers the best menu item at Buffalo Wild Wings, putting the handhelds in third place behind bone-in and boneless wings.

The menu currently features five beef burgers and one plant-based option. Classics, like the all-American cheeseburger, triple-bacon cheeseburger, and mushroom Swiss, are balanced by more over-the-top dishes. Examples include the bacon mac and cheese burger with parmesan-crusted pasta as well as the bacon-smashed Hatch chile burger crowned with pickled hot peppers and Hatch chile aioli. We'd even call the hefty Southwestern black bean burger one of the best Buffalo Wild Wings menu items that aren't wings.

Some diners claim the burgers are superior to the chicken wings, while others have been more generally impressed with the quality. "Even takeout was delicious after a 30-minute drive home! Pleasantly surprised," said a Redditor after trying the all-American for the first time. "They changed up their burgers, which used to be frozen trash, to fresh-smashed patties [and] added some solid toppings ... they've gotten really good!" wrote another Redditor. One Facebook user even said, "It was the BEST cheeseburger I've ever eaten, and I don't say that very often. We go during non-busy times, and our food is always very hot and really good."

Offering tasty fare beyond wings is part of what makes Buffalo Wild Wings so successful. According to some fans, the burgers particularly improved after the chain started using fresh beef and revamped its menu to serve the ever-buzz-worthy smashburger. They range from 1,090 to 1,570 calories and cost around $15.99 to $18.99 each (note that prices vary by location). If you're seeking a specific item, call to ensure your location has it.

Buffalo Wild Wings' chicken sandwiches arguably rival the burgers. Options include the classic crispy or grilled version, the saucy Buffalo ranch chicken sandwich, and spicy and extra-spicy (aka Kickin') chicken sandwiches. They might not be as creative or over-the-top as the burgers, but they still deliver trendy flavors in a handheld package for folks who don't want wings.

That said, not everyone has enjoyed the burgers. "I had it once and didn't like it. Maybe it was [an] off day, but it just tasted like something you'd get at a fast food place, not a sit-down restaurant," one Redditor claimed. "I think they're bland ... Just like diner burgers," complained another. Some don't dislike the food itself but can't justify the price. For others, underwhelming fries are a deterrent. You may have to try the chain's burgers yourself to decide where you stand.