Britain's best burgers have been revealed - and the number one is in Doncaster

Britain’s number one burger is on sale in Doncaster, according to a survey by some of the country’s top chefs.
By Darren Burke
Published 16th Nov 2023, 11:21 GMT
Updated 16th Nov 2023, 11:23 GMT
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Burger maestro Tom Warwick, who runs his own firm MeatCastles, has been singled out for praise in the study by The Times – with judges describing his dishes as “super delicious.”

Tom, who regularly serves up his mouthwatering creations at pop-up stalls at the Scarborough Arms in Tickhill and Walkeringham Village Hall, dishes up burgers sourced from beef, all from grass fed, heritage bred, hand-reared cows.

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His menu includes dishes such as the Dirty Barbie, The Holy Grail and Beef ‘n’ Blue.

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Burgers served up by MeatCastles, which hosts regular pop-up stalls in Doncaster, have been named the best in Britain. (Photo: MeatCastles).Burgers served up by MeatCastles, which hosts regular pop-up stalls in Doncaster, have been named the best in Britain. (Photo: MeatCastles).
Burgers served up by MeatCastles, which hosts regular pop-up stalls in Doncaster, have been named the best in Britain. (Photo: MeatCastles).

Tom, who says he has a ‘sheer love for burgers’ was singled out for praise by acclaimed Sheffield chef Luke French.

Reviewing the Dirty Barbie, which is an aged beef smash patty with American cheese, expresso and bourbon sauce, crispy onions and streaky bacon inside a brioche bun, he said: “Super delicious. Order it.”

Describing himself as “just one man, with no plans, but a sheer love for burgers,” Tom said: “As a former fat child - and still a big pig - my love for food has never wavered and there has always been that one stand out item – “The Burger.”

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"The driving force is its simplicity, whilst packing so much flavour into a single bun. Plus there’s the added bonus of no cutlery needed or any messing about.

“My burger pilgrimage started way back in 2019 when I used to travel the length of the UK to eat at the best burger gaffs.

"It was after this that I decided to start my own brand as a bit of a hobby, using the knowledge I had accumulated from my blogging days. Little did I know that it would take off and continue to go from strength-to-strength.

He added: “I am very proud to be working with the butchers that I am, due to the quality and authenticity of the beef.

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"We use sustainable and fully-traceable beef from native breeds such as Belted Galloway, Highland and Dexter. The cuts are then aged in a Himalayan salt chamber for 28 days.

“All patties are hand balled to 150g, smashed, seasoned and then served in a hand baked Brioche bun.”

You can find out more about MeatCastles and upcoming Doncaster visits HERE

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