Hamburger America, Soho
101 people recommend, 39 warn against itvia r/FoodNYC, X, r/AskNYC30 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 46 threads.
What people say, in short
Hamburger America draws substantial praise for its fried onion burger and classic smash burgers, particularly from diners who like a simple, onion-forward build. Value and the counter experience also attract supporters. The disagreement is equally specific: critics describe dry or underseasoned patties, question the hype, and sometimes prefer rival smash burger spots. The fries receive both praise and criticism.
Address
Hamburger America, 155 W Houston St, New York, NY 10012
At a glance
- Price
- Budget
- Signature dishes
- Fried onion burger, Classic smashburger, Double cheeseburger
- Best for
- Budget, Dine-in
- Opinions divided
- Yes
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/cesartk in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2026taste
One diner's first smash burger of the trip; the fried onion burger grew on them as they ate.
- Recommendsu/catanimal23 in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2025taste
A visitor calls it a good, simple smash burger done right, upper echelon, and would happily return without waiting at the counter.
- Recommends@CrazyKorean on X · Oct 2026taste
Parents found the juicy, tender patty among the best burgers ever, better than a Shake Shack patty without greasiness; fries only okay.
- Recommendsu/User-of-reddit07 in r/FoodNYC · Aug 2025taste
Visitor lists it among their favourite meals of a week in NYC.
- Recommendsu/lifeinprogress27 in r/FoodNYC · Apr 2026taste
Found the burgers unreal with amazing flavour and would happily return.
- Mixedu/boywonder5691 in r/FoodNYC · Jul 2026taste
One diner found a collaboration burger tasty but nothing special, saying the basic classic smashburger with cheese is just as good.
- Recommendsu/FajitaTits in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023taste
A diner praises a freshly grilled double cheeseburger with fried onions as excellent and a nice change from smash burgers.
- Recommendsu/BWJackal in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2026taste
One commenter names it their favorite cheap burger in New York.
Show all 30 cited comments
- Caveatu/REphotographer916 in r/FoodNYC · Apr 2025taste
Found the burger dry and not as good as hoped.
- Mixedu/justflipping in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2025taste
Says it's okay not to like it and suggests trying the fried onion burger.
- Recommendsu/Vegetable_Health106 in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024taste
A diner says it lived up to the hype, possibly the juiciest smash burger, and not overpriced.
- Recommendsu/QnsPrince in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2025taste
One commenter recommends ordering the fried onion burger.
- Recommendsu/baumer6 in r/FoodNYC · Apr 2025consistency
Strongly disagrees; had four fantastic smash burgers there.
- Recommendsu/HaggisMac in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024
Suggests trying it for a better smash burger.
- Mixedu/Strange1130 in r/FoodNYC · May 2025taste
Thought it decent but prefers two other burger spots; would still return.
- Recommendsu/Forgemasterblaster in r/FoodNYC · May 2024value
One commenter says local spots like this are priced well below for similar quality.
- Recommendsu/MissesRoboto in r/FoodNYC · Jul 2026taste
Ordered the single onion burger and was satisfied with the choice after seeing the collab burger.
- Mixedu/Abject_Entertainer41 in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2026
Loves the place like everyone else but calls their fries weak.
- Recommendsu/kylegilliscomedy in r/AskNYC · Apr 2024
Recommends Hamburger America as a place for a burger.
- Caveatu/dannydevitosmanager in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2025taste
Found the burger wildly under seasoned.
- Recommendsu/oplus in r/FoodNYC · May 2025taste
Really great; simple ingredients dialed to perfection in flavor and texture.
- Recommendsu/HIVEvali in r/AskNYC · Jan 2025
Names it as their pick for smash burger.
- Recommendsu/ourannual in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2024
Recommends checking it out.
- Recommendsu/Party-Veterinarian60 in r/AskNYC · May 2024variety
Praises the flagship onion burger, monthly specials with visiting chefs, and the throwback vibe.
- Mixedu/JayMoots in r/FoodNYC · Apr 2024
A diner who visited twice and liked it a lot still prefers another spot's smash burger, though this place wins on ambiance.
- Caveatu/Possible-Source-2454 in r/FoodNYC · May 2025taste
Broke vegetarianism to try it and was disappointed; tasted like upscale fast food.
- Caveatu/efuipa in r/FoodNYC · May 2025
Misled by influencers; calls it a mid burger.
- Caveatu/igetlotsofupvotes in r/FoodNYC · May 2024taste
Not their thing; prefers another spot for that style of burger.
- Caveatu/jae343 in r/FoodNYC · May 2025
Finds the onion burgers short of top-tier despite the nostalgic appeal.
- Caveatu/crazeman in r/FoodNYC · May 2025taste
Counter burger tasted terrible, seemed unseasoned and slow to arrive.
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