A Clive burger restaurant was named one of the best in the U.S.


Yelp released its list of Top Cheeseburgers in Every State in 2023, and a Clive burger specialist, Burger Shop, made the list of 51.

The crowd-sourcing review site’s methodology included identifying restaurants with a high number of “cheeseburger” mentions, then looking at factors including total volume and ratings from Jan. 1 through July 20.

The burger joint, located at 1255 N.W. 128th St. in Clive, received 4.7 stars based on 31 reviews.

What are customers saying about the burgers at Burger Shop?

Clem M. from Knoxville said the bacon cheeseburger “was juicy and fresh. Delicious.” 

Andy K. from Johnston called his food, including a cheeseburger, “Outstanding! Fresh and tasty – and amazing service!!” 

Where else can I find good burgers in Des Moines?

The burger at Flight Bar + Grille was deemed the best in Iowa by the Iowa Beef Industry Council.

Diners in the Des Moines metro can find burgers ranging from smashed versions at Lachele’s Fine Foods to gourmet styles at Django and Alba. The Des Moines Register’s guide to the best burgers in the metro includes Lucky Horse near Drake University, Clyde’s Fine Diner in the East Village, and Mulberry Street Tavern in downtown Des Moines.

More:Love a good burger? Here’s where to find some of the best in the Des Moines metro

The Iowa Beef Industry Council also conducts a search for the best burger in Iowa.

The Flight Bar + Grille, 931 N. Hwy. 69 in Huxley, opened in 2022 and won the Iowa Beef Council Industry’s best burger in Iowa last May. Last year, The Flying Elbow in Marshalltown took home the title of 2022 Iowa’s Best Burger.

Previous winners include Bambino’s in Ossian in 2021; Twisted Tail Steakhouse & Saloon in BeeBeeTown in 2020; Wood Iron Grille in Oskaloosa in 2019; Café Beaudelaire of Ames in 2018; The Smokin’ Hereford BBQ of Storm Lake in 2017; The Chuckwagon Restaurant in Adair in 2016; The Cider House of Fairfield in 2015; Brick City Grill in Ames in 2014; 61 Chop House Grille in Mediapolis in 2013; Coon Bowl III in Coon Rapids in 2012; Rusty Duck in Dexter in 2011; and Sac County Cattle Co. of Sac City in 2010.

More:The best burger in Iowa is found at The Flight Bar + Grille in Huxley

Where is Burger Shop located?

Locations: 1255 N.W. 128th St., Suite 100, Clive

Contact: 515-223-5244 or burgershopiowa.com

Hours: Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Susan Stapleton is the entertainment editor and dining reporter at The Des Moines Register. Follow her on Facebook, X, or Instagram, or drop her a line at [email protected].


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