8 of the best burgers to try out in Tayside and Fife area

If you’re looking for the juiciest, biggest, most mouth-watering burgers in Tayside and Fife, here’s where you need to check out…

If you are a burger fan like me, knowing the best places to get the ultimate burger from is a must. Whenever I visit a new city or area, you know for a fact a burger bar is going to be on my list – whether that is on home soil or abroad.

In Tayside and Fife we are lucky to boast some of the best beef known to man, and we’ve also got a whole heap of talented chefs who know exactly how to cook it.

Giddy Goose – Dundee

From their innovative bone marrow cheeseburger to the Panko Chicken Mac piled with macaroni cheese, not to mention the French Dipped Ramen burger, there is a whole host of different burgers to try out at the Giddy Goose.

They have an outdoor seating area where you can treat yourself to one of their signature cocktails at the same time.

Address: Dundee, Perth and Forfar

Shax Burger – Dundee

Independent family-run business Shax Burger serves up top quality burgers in a cool, urban-modern eatery on Perth Road.

Using fresh locally-sourced ingredients, there’s a range of gluten-free options, halal certified meat products and even vegan patties you can get your hands on.

Address: 187 Perth Road, Dundee DD2 1AS

BlackHorn – St Andrews

Inspired by a trip to New York to open his own burger bar, Justin Hughes is the owner of popular St Andrews-based eatery BlackHorn which was established in 2013.

Justin uses local farmers to showcase the best of the regions offering, and has also partnered with other businesses to create the best burger experience for his customers.

You’ll find everything from the classic BlackHorn burger which is a cheeseburger with Batavia lettuce, plum tomato and BlackHorn’s signature sauce all in one bun, the hot chick burger with a chicken fillet, harissa, Batavia lettuce, plum tomato and harissa mayonnaise, and the Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Monteray Jack, Dry-Cured Smoked Streaky Bacon, Batavia Lettuce, Plum Tomato, plus more on the menu.

They now offer a click and collect service.

Address: 10 Church Street, St Andrews KY16 9NW

The Bach – Dundee

A Dundee staple for a lunch that never misses the spot, The Bach offers delicious burgers along on their diverse menu.

The Spicy Chook, Dirty Cheese & Bacon and the Squeaky veggie/Gluten free option are all standout among many others.

Add on various delicious toppings, sauces as well as loaded fries and one of their lovely beers on tap and you’ve got the perfect meal.

Address: 31 Meadowside, Albert Square Dundee DD1 1DJ

The Shack Street Food

Dundee legend Gill Young’s food truck, hidden away on the Hilltown, has locals in a frenzy over her namesake burger The Shack, among other amazing offerings!

Inside a sesame bun, there’s a beef patty, bacon, egg and mozzarella and it’s a joy to let your appetite heighten as you watch the burgers sizzle and breathe in the delicious aromas as it cooks.

Address: 5 Isla street Dundee DD3 7HT

Balgove Larder – St Andrews

Grab one of these flame-grilled burgers at Balgove Larder‘s steak barn near St Andrews where you can try out the business’ signature Balgove burger.

As well as traditional beef, you can also try lamb or the veggie Portobello mushroom version. And, there’s avocado, blue cheese, jalapenos and fried onions and bacon you can top it all off with, too.

Address: Strathtyrum Farm, Strathtyrum, St Andrews KY16 9SF

Build your own mouth-watering Waagu burger.

Waagyu Burger – St Andrews

MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Dean Banks from Angus launched his own burger kit, Waagyu Burger, during lockdown which has seen roaring success.

Featuring the finest wagyu beef, Dean and his team have crafted together a box which allows customers to make four massive burgers using some of the celebrated chef’s favourite local suppliers.

You’ll find our review of the kit here, and you can pick up a box for yourself, which is priced at £39.95 for two to four people, here.