Black Bear Burger - Victoria - (Near Westminster, london)

5 /5 Dirk Van der Sluis: I really enjoyed my visit to Black Bear Burger. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, which made it a nice place to sit down and enjoy a meal. The staff was friendly and helpful, and they made us feel comfortable from the start. Our food arrived in good time, and everything looked fresh and well prepared. The burgers were solid, tasty, and filling, exactly what you want when you go out for a burger. The menu offers enough choice without being confusing. Overall, Black Bear Burger is a pleasant place to eat, and I would happily come back again.

3 /5 Ali Yazici: Appreciate that the classic cheeseburger isn’t THE burger responsible for the #3 global ranking, but you just can’t take out a bronze medal in the burgerlympics and serve up something that is substantially below par. Having tried the staple cheeseburgers from Bleecker Burger, Burger & Beyond and Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill, I’m sorry, but no. I may as well just have gone to Burger King. Burger was way too saucy, too salty, not juicy and arguably overcooked. Sesame seed bun was just that; a bun. Fries weren’t fresh and again, very salty. The condiments looked like they had been sitting on the counter for the better part of a day. Could not taste the chocolate in the chocolate shake, yet it was very sweet. I’m a sweet tooth and will happily knock over slabs of chocolate and oodles of baklava, yet that shake was sweet. Finished the burger, had a bit of the chips and called it. Might give it another go, but they have a lot of catching up to do; especially for a bronze medalist.

5 /5 Philip Deamer: Delicious burgers. The venue however is extremely loud sometimes. There was garlic parm fries on a while back, they were kinda mid to be honest but the recent steakhouse ones are a lot better. I don’t know if they rotate them in and out of the menu. I had the double miso bacon burger both visits. My only slight criticism is that it was slightly greasy. Highly recommended.

5 /5 Henri: So good went here twice. And thats saying something when youre on holiday and have so many options. Got the Miso double and the Classic double (prefer the classic, but its close). The burgers looked spectacular and the taste did not disappoint. I usually prefer smash burgers but these made me reconsider. The burger was substantial, you couldnt or wouldnt want to eat it quickly, take your time and enjoy it. You get your moneys worth. The best place where I ate in London during my five day vacation, you wont be disappointed. Service was super quick.

5 /5 Burger Layover: This burger looks like the kind of creation that makes you pause for a moment before taking the first bite because you already know it is going to deliver. The sesame bun has that ideal balance of softness and structure. It gently compresses under the weight of the fillings yet holds everything together without turning soggy. The seeds add a light nutty aroma that works beautifully with the richness inside. The patty sits right at the center of the spotlight. It looks juicy with a deep sear that suggests careful griddle work. You can almost taste that blend of caramelization and beefy depth just by looking at it. The cheese drapes over the patty in a slow melt that signals perfect timing. It bonds with the meat rather than simply sitting on top. The bacon is the star that grabs your attention. Long, glossy strips with crisp edges and a slightly chewy center. This level of rendering only happens when someone understands how to treat bacon properly. It adds both a salty punch and a smoky richness that elevates every bite. The sauce deserves its own moment. It is a miso butter mayo that brings a smooth, savory richness with a subtle sweetness. It complements the beef rather than masking it and adds a silky finish that ties the whole build together. Overall this burger looks like a masterclass in simplicity done right. Nothing distracting. Nothing forced. Just quality ingredients treated with respect and assembled with skill. A perfect example of how a classic bacon cheeseburger can feel premium when every detail is dialed in.