From delightfully messy fast food treats to award-winning gourmet feasts, burgers can rise to any occasion. Chefs all over the world strive to put their own twists on this classic comfort food, taking the seemingly simple patty and bun combination to delicious new heights with aged cheeses, crispy-edged smash patties and all manner of creative toppings. Here we’ve ranked the world’s greatest burgers, counting down to the most delicious and highly rated of all.

Click or scroll through our gallery as we reveal the best burgers on the planet.

We’ve based our ranking on genuine diner reviews, awards and accolades, and the experience of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team.

Ranked: the world's best burgers