Burgers
Louis' Lunch
New Haven, Connecticut
Why stop here: Louis' Lunch is a $ burgers pick in New Haven. Order Original burger on white toast.
CuisineBurgers
Price$
TownNew Haven
Operating since 1895, credited as the birthplace of the hamburger and still grilling in vertical cast-iron broilers.
What to order
Original burger on white toast
At Louis' Lunch, Roamward highlights Original burger on white toast because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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