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Step into the hallowed grounds of The Burgatory, a treasure trove awaiting the palates of those who journey from far and wide to Pittsburgh. Brace yourself for a carnivorous revelation, for their burgers transcend the realm of mere sustenance, ascending to a divine level of gastronomic delight. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, harmonizing in perfect unity to create a carnivorous masterpiece that will have you singing praises from the very first bite. But oh, my dear epicurean adventurer, there's more to this temple of taste than just the burgers. Prepare to be whisked away on a whimsical journey as you surrender to the allure of their booze-infused milkshakes. These heavenly concoctions, born from the imaginative minds of the milkshake maestros, blend the velvety smoothness of a classic treat with the audacious spirit of liquid libations. Sip and savor, for each decadent gulp transports you to a state of pure bliss, where flavors mingle and dance in perfect harmony. The Burgatory stands as a beacon of culinary excellence, a shrine to the art of the burger and the artistry of the milkshake. It is a haven for taste seekers, a refuge where flavor reigns supreme. As you venture into this gastronomic wonderland, you'll discover that every visit is an invitation to transcend the ordinary, to embrace the extraordinary. So, my fellow epicurean, if you find yourself in the embrace of Pittsburgh's vibrant streets, be sure to seek out The Burgatory. Let your taste buds embark on a flavor-filled odyssey, where the burgers are the stuff of legends and the booze milkshakes are the elixirs of dreams. Surrender to the siren song of culinary bliss and let The Burgatory be your guide through an unforgettable epicurean experience.
Marc SpanglerMarc Spangler
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Date of visit Sat June 24th After a day of exploring Pittsburgh along the waterfront in the North Shore neighbourhood, we found ourselves looking for a nice lunch. In the area along North Shore Road, there were numerous dining options. We chose Burgatory not knowing it was a local small chain restaurant. Usually we try to avoid chain restaurants and opt for smaller independent eateries instead. The menu was fairly extensive – with a lot of great options. To order burgers – they provide you with an ordering pad where you can choose all the toppings, bun choice, burger options, cheese choices etc. There are a LOT of options to choose from and there is something for everyone. Vegetarians and vegans will definitely get a great meal here as well as gluten free, etc. The Meals are presented beautifully. The food is amazing. The flavours are spectacular. If you order a milk shake – some of the options are pretty over the top. They offer the milkshakes in boozy options as well as booze free. We took our milkshakes to go to enjoy as we continued to walk through the city. I had the Key Lime milkshake and others had birthday cake, salted caramel etc. They were a great milkshake and lasted for many blocks as we continued to walk. The waitress was very pleasant, friendly, helpful and patient. The prices were not bad – very reasonable. This is a great burger place and roguetrippers highly recommends it..
Rogue TrippersRogue Trippers
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Yinz starvin’ for burgers n’at? Find yourself a Burgatory—a friendly little joint that whips up some of the best burgers and shakes around. With multiple locations across Pittsburgh, you're bound to have one nearby, and trust me, it's worth the visit. They’ve got a killer happy hour with house cocktail deals, craft drafts, and apps that won’t hurt your wallet—which is always a win. There are burger and shake specials, plus tons of finger foods like chicken tenders, wings, fries, and salads. You’ll also find signature burgers, custom creations, and other handhelds like Impossible burgers and tasty chicken options. Don’t skip the sides—they’ve got some awesome ones—as well as floats, sodas, and those legendary shakes. To start things off, I tried the Señor Cheese—house-made queso topped with diced tomatoes and served with house-fried chips. Total munchie heaven. For the main event, I went with the Morty's Steakhouse burger: peppercorn-crusted beef, horseradish cheddar, caramelized and haystack onions, and a rich cabernet sauce. Absolutely packed with flavor. Their “Create Your Own” burger option also looked super slick—you get to build it exactly how you want with all the fixings. And of course, I couldn’t leave without trying a shake. Got the Oreo Peanut Butter Pie Shake and… WOW. So dreamy and decadent, I’m still thinking about it. Can’t wait to go back and try even more off their insane menu!
Halie GirgashHalie Girgash
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Just arrived in Pittsburgh for vacation and was browsing around for some decent dinner, what I found was Burgatory. I literally jogged half a mile to make it in time to order before closing, thankfully the crew working this Friday night was more than happy to seat me at the last minute. I fully understand that it's rude to come before closing, but I was more than grateful for the opportunity to dine here tonight. The menu had so many options I was having trouble deciding, then I was introduced to the custom menu with pencils, decisions were made and drinks were ordered. Best burger I've ever had, hands down. I would take another 10 hour train ride just for this burger. Was thinking of looking for other restaurants for my future meals while on my way to the city, but after eating here, I'm already planning lunch with a spiked shake. I've fallen into Burgatory, and I don't wanna leave. Edit: After such a wonderful dinner, I ended up coming back for lunch. Had a glorious milkshake that was strawberry with just the right amount of caramel in it. The take out box was entertaining with all the writing, and study enough to use by the water way.
Captain Jimmy42Captain Jimmy42
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These milkshakes are TRULY heavenly!! This is the only milkshake I’ve ever had where it isn’t insanely difficult/way too thick to drink right away with the straw. The Nutella shake was very good, the chocolate wasn’t too overwhelming if you like chocolate. The salted pretzel shake was very good according to a third party I had my meal with :) the atmosphere of this place is great as well! Lots of little touches that make it unique such as the look of the menu, the takeout boxes, the presentation of the shakes, and the cute little pitch forks in the burgers. You can also make your own burger. They have countless different options of meat (chicken, beef, elk, vegan [impossible and veggie]), rubs, buns (lettuce wrap option for gluten free!), cheese (vegan option too), sauces, and toppings! The waitress was also very nice and extremely helpful with deciding which shake to choose. Overall I had a great time eating outside on the patio and the food was very good! My only complaint is that the meat patty (beef) on my burger was thicker than my preference but I know this is something a lot of people like!
Ally RussellAlly Russell
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Far and away my favorite place to eat whenever I'm in the Pittsburgh area. This was my first visit to the North Shore location and 55th overall visit to four of Burgatorys locations. I always get the Custom Burger 🍔 Creation. I love mixing/matching up the different rubs/sauces & toppings. It was absolutely delicious as always. The Maple 🍁 Donut Bacon 🥓 Shake was absolutely amazing! I never expected the ground up bacon that was in the shake! I had to use a spoon to eat it up 😁 I also got the opportunity to meet and chat with Burgatorys HR Director, Alexis. I was sporting my Burgatory gear and after chatting with our waitress, she came over to our table to meet us. She's an absolute delight and it was a pleasure talking Burgatory with her. If you're ever in the Pittsburgh area, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BURGATORY. There's seven locations, so wherever you are in the area, one isn't to far away. I come from Erie, PA (90 to 120 minutes away) to eat there 😋❤️🖤👍
Scott FarringtonScott Farrington
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Nearby Attractions Of Burgatory
PNC Park
Acrisure Stadium
Point State Park
Market Square
National Aviary
Benedum Center for the Performing Arts
The Andy Warhol Museum
Stage AE
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts

PNC Park
4.7
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Acrisure Stadium
4.7
(5.7K)Click for details

Point State Park
4.7
(3.8K)Click for details

Market Square
4.6
(3.4K)Click for details
Nearby Restaurants Of Burgatory
City Works (Market Square - Pittsburgh)
Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
Federal Galley
Tequila Cowboy
Southern Tier Brewery Pittsburgh
Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room
Meat & Potatoes
Bar Louie - North Shore
täkō
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

City Works (Market Square - Pittsburgh)
4.6
(3K)Click for details

Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
4.6
(1.8K)$$
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Federal Galley
4.5
(1.2K)Click for details

Tequila Cowboy
3.9
(1.4K)Click for details
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342 N Shore Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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(412) 586-5846
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burgatorybar.com
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4.5
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Irreverent local chain serving gourmet burgers, hand-spun shakes & cocktails in a hip setting.
attractions: PNC Park, Acrisure Stadium, Point State Park, Market Square, National Aviary, Benedum Center for the Performing Arts, The Andy Warhol Museum, Stage AE, Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown, Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts, restaurants: City Works (Market Square - Pittsburgh), Gaucho Parrilla Argentina, Federal Galley, Tequila Cowboy, Southern Tier Brewery Pittsburgh, Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room, Meat & Potatoes, Bar Louie - North Shore, täkō, Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

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