🔥 Burger Crawl, Anyone? 10 Must-Try Spots in Longmont

Hey there, burger lovers 🍔
This week, we’re going full foodie mode—with a no-nonsense, no-apologies list of Longmont’s best burgers. From rooftop restaurants to barcade bites and hidden gems inside breweries, these joints are flipping perfection. Come hungry, bring napkins, and maybe wear pants with a little stretch.

🧠 Trivia Time
Which Longmont native won a gold medal in discus at the 2020 Summer Olympics? |
👉 Tap to vote—we’ll reveal the answer in the outro!

🍔 Burgers Worth Bragging About
You asked. We grilled. Longmont is quietly flipping some of the best burgers in Colorado, and we’re here to dish. Whether you want classic drive-in vibes, brioche buns with craft beer, or burgers that come with billiards—this list has your cravings covered:
🔥 Top 10 Burger Spots in Longmont (in no particular order—don’t @ us)
Known for: the Breakfast Burger, solid beer list, and always-busy energy. A Longmont staple.
A crowd fave with options like the sourdough burger and polenta bites. Bonus: rooftop seating!
Great beer, laid-back vibes, and the Date Night Burger is apparently life-changing.
🍀 Mike O’Shays Restaurant & Ale House
Not just Irish pub food—their burger game is strong, too. Try it with a pint of something dark.
🍦 Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Fast, nostalgic, and always hits the spot when you’re craving crispy edges and creamy shakes.
🚛 The Mighty Burger (inside Upslope Brewing)
Hidden gem alert. Tucked away but worth the search—juicy, flavorful, and perfect with a pint.
All about clean ingredients and flavor-packed bites. Think classic American done better.
Laid-back bar with live music and a “best burger in town” reputation. Try the house special.
🎨 Scratch Kitchen at 300 Suns Brewing
Hot, juicy, and just messy enough. Pair it with a local brew and you’re in business.
🎱 Pharaoh’s American Grill & Billiards
Pool, burgers, and unexpectedly great eats in a low-key setting. Bonus: no judgment if you eat between turns.
Pro tip: Start with one of these spots this weekend—then work your way down the list. (Research, obviously.)

🎉 What’s Happenin’ Longmont
Monday, June 23 Life Drawing on Mondays 📍 Firehouse Art Center | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 💵 $15 ✅ Recurring weekly on Mondays Your Stage at Bootstrap Brewing 📍 Bootstrap Brewing Company | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ✅ Recurring weekly on Mondays 🎯 Monday Darts Tournament 📍 Knuckle Puck Brewing | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 💵 Free ✅ Recurring weekly on Mondays | Tuesday, June 24 QueerVerse (Poetry Open Mic) 📍 Butterscotch Studios | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 💵 Free Intro to Writing Fantasy 📍 SandΨ’s Coffee and Tea | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 💵 $11+ (Pay what you can) Summer Kids’ Film Series: Flow (2024, PG) 📍 Longmont Museum | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 💵 $3–6 |
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🌟 That’s a Wrap!
From rooftop burgers to Brewhop pit stops, Longmont’s feeding both your stomach and your weekend plans. And hey—if you spot any new burger joints we missed, we’re all ears (and mouths). 🧠 Trivia Answer: C) Valarie Allman Longmont’s own Valarie Allman, a Silver Creek High grad, took home gold in discus at the 2020 Summer Olympics. Big throws, small-town roots. We love to see it. 🥇 -What’s Happenin’ Longmont Team 🌸 |

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