Restaurants

Where to go for a good burger in Fort Worth

Stories by Fort Worth Star-Telegram journalists, with AI summarization

Fort Worth’s burger scene has endless options, from traditional haunts to creative newcomers.

Nearly Famous Burgers and Hot Dogs turns every meal into a chance to help neighbors, inviting diners to buy a second burger for someone in need. The city’s burger DNA is shaped by classics like Kincaid’s Hamburgers, an old-school spot with decades of tradition, and hidden gems such as The Point on Lake Worth, where locals enjoy simple burgers with lakeside views.

New destinations, like Rex’s Bar and Grill, bring fresh energy with inventive menus, while Tavern on the Lake is known for its stuffed burgers and lakefront setting.

A catfish basket with french fries and onion rings at Tavern on the Lake May 19, 2024. By Bud Kennedy

NO. 1: HERE’S WHERE TO FIND CATFISH AND BURGERS ON A LAKE WITH A SCENIC VIEW: IT’S JUST OUTSIDE FORT WORTH

A tucked-away lake deserves attention for a little neighborhood bar with food and a lakefront view worth the short drive. | Published May 20, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

Jeremy Lowe in front of the wall showing pre-paid burgers free to people in need at Nearly Famous Burgers and Hot Dogs in Arlington, May 21, 2024. By Bud Kennedy

NO. 2: GOOD BURGERS FOR A GOOD CAUSE: THIS FORT WORTH-AREA RESTAURANT ALSO FEEDS THE HUNGRY

The owner said the donated burgers have fed “people from local churches, single mothers, even struggling teachers.” He hopes more customers will come from Fort Worth. | Published May 22, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

Popular entrees at Fred’s Texas Cafe in Fort Worth include the Diablo Burger with onion rings.

NO. 3: FOR NATIONAL HAMBURGER DAY, TRY ONE OF THESE THREE OLD FORT WORTH FAVORITES

Forget those cheap and freebie drive-thru burgers. Go with one of Fort Worth’s all-time all-stars. | Published May 28, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

A fried catfish platter with hush puppies, onion rings and a side salad at The Point on Lake Worth restaurant Oct. 12, 2024. By Bud Kennedy

NO. 4: FORT WORTH’S HIDDEN SECRET: A 65-YEAR HOLE-IN-THE-WALL BURGER AND CATFISH CAFE

One of Fort Worth’s best-kept secrets is a little hole-in-the-wall cafe and bar with a dock on the south shore of Lake Worth. | Published October 14, 2024 | Read Full Story by Bud Kennedy

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.