Big & Beefy: Top 5 picks for Cebu’s Best Burgers

My name is Katrina. I am a meat-eater. I relish biting into a big, juicy piece of meat slapped in between two big supple buns; the sound of the crunchy onions; the faint whisper of a crisp piece of lettuce; the pulpy goodness of a fresh tomato; and the hint of tang from a sliver of pickle. Having a good burger is not just like grabbing a quick bite to eat. For me, it’s the ULTIMATE food! So here are my top 5 picks for Cebu’s Best Burgers.



5. Flame It!

First love never dies. I didn’t know I was a burger lover until I took a bite of their Flame Burger. Talk about beefcakes! They have a lot of combos that are fit for the kids and adults alike. I always get the Bacon Mushroom & Cheese. Flavor-wise, Flame It! is top-notch, but recently, portions are disappointingly small and the prices have remained the same. Because they cut cost, I cut them down to 5th place. Visit their branches from 10AM-8PM daily at:


  • 4th Level Ayala Center Cebu, near Red Mango Yoghurt


  • 4th Level SM City Cebu, by the cinemas


  • G/F Robinson’s Cybergate, between Japengo and Shakey’s




4. Joker’s Arms

Nothing like burgers & beer! Bring your buddies for a butch boys’ night at this sports pub and bite into the biggest, juiciest burgers. You have a choice of the Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Chicken or Spicy Chicken burgers that range from P280-P320. And you can add as much BACON as you want! Find them at AS Fortuna St., Mandaue, Cebu City, right beside the big poker place.

TIP: Enjoy Local Draught beer at P30 from Monday-Friday 2:30pm-6:00pm



3. TGI Friday’s

Made with premium US BEEF, Friday’s burger does not disappoint. At the end of a super hectic day, I treat myself to their world-famous Jack Daniel’s Burger for P395. The whopping 7lb. patty is flame-grilled and glazed in their signature JD sauce, and because you can’t get enough, they serve it on the side too. The best part of it all – BACON! In the burger are two beautiful strips of bacon for that added oomph! TGIF is only in Ayala Center Cebu, at the ground floor beside Dockers if you’re in the mall, or after Sumo Sam if you’re coming from the Terraces. They’re open daily from 10AM to 10PM or later.



2. Frontgate

Get the Ultimate Burger for P190 and convert all your vegan/vegetarian friends! It’s the tastiest, sloppiest sandwich in town. Packed with flavor, texture, and BACON, it’s ridiculous! Otherwise, you can build your own burger for less than P200. You could also try the Philly Cheese Steak sandwich @ P95 or get messy with their Sloppy Joes @ P65! Mmmm… Frontgate is open Mon-Sat 6:00PM-2:00AM and Sundays from 4:00PM-1:00AM.





1. Army Navy

March down to E-Block 2 in Asiatown IT Park in Lahug and get yourselves acquainted to my favorite burger in town! The softest buns I’ve ever had – so light & fluffy, with black sesame seeds. Incredibly juicy patty, packed with a flavorful punch! Whether you decide on the Classic Army Navy burger for P145, the Double burger for P195, or the Bully Boy burger for P250, you won’t be disappointed! Service is fast and the place is always cool. But be sure to come in ahead of time. Parking’s limited and the place is always packed. It’s open from 9:00AM-10:00PM but hopefully soon, they’ll be open 24 hours.