Last time we checked in , Portland’s burger scene was at a crossroads, with much of the excitement reserved for roving pop-ups and one-off specials . At the time, we guessed that these “burger happenings could become the burger standbys of the future.” That 2024 prediction has proven remarkably accurate. Newcomers to this year’s list include a new cart from a sensational smash burger pop-up that makes its own buns, a barbecue spot that sends brisket trim over to its next-door burger bar and a butcher shop that sets up a sidewalk stand to make Portland’s very best burger once a month. Below, find our guide to the 15 best cheeseburgers every Portland burger fan should know in 2025.

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