What it's actually like
Le Burger is highly regarded as a premier burger destination in the Twin Cities, with exceptional quality ingredients, innovative French-inspired preparations, and impressive vegetarian options. While food quality and service are consistently excellent, the elevated prices, small portions for some, and occasional operational challenges during peak/delivery times are recurring concerns. The vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere and strong staff demeanor make it a popular neighborhood spot despite minor operational friction.
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Diners keep mentioning
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Ambiance
lively-neighborhood
Noise level
lively
Dress code
casual
Outdoor seating
No
Good for
casual lunch, date night, family dining
Reservations
unknown
Wait reality — Expect moderate to long waits during peak times (lunch/Friday evenings), with counter-service ordering helping lines move quickly. Best to visit during off-peak hours or be prepared for a 15-30 minute wait; take-out orders during busy periods can experience significant delays (55+ minutes reported).
Derived from 80 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
What's cooking
Appetizer
GRAND WINGSgluten free$26
slow roasted chicken wings (2 lb) served with ranch de provence & pickled celery, espelette buffle sauce or coriander chili dry rub
PETITE WINGSgluten free$14.50
slow roasted chicken wings (1 lb) served with ranch de provence & pickled celery, espelette buffle sauce or coriander chili dry rub
Snack
CHIPS & DIPvegetarian$7.50
house chips, creme fraiche dip (add caviar +35)
CRUDITESvegetarian$8.50
carrots, radish, celery, ranch de provence
LES CURDS de FROMAGEvegetariangluten free$9.50
bière battered cheese curds w/ranch de provence
Salad
CHOU FRISÉvegetarian$16.50
kale, sweet potato, quinoa, chickpea, feta, lemon-tahini dressing
SALADE MAISONvegetarian$10.50
bibb lettuce, toasted garlic, citron, parmesan
Entree
AMERICAN CHEESE TOASTIEvegetarian$9
cooper's fromage americain, inside out sesame bun
BREAST$10
à la carte roasted chicken breast
CHICKEN DRUMMY$9
roasted chicken drumstick
DRUMSTICK$6
à la carte roasted chicken drumstick
FISH STICKS$9
house fish sticks, tartar sauce
L'AMÉRICAIN$14.50
1er cru boeuf, cooper's fromage americain, mustard, mayo, ketchup, pickles, L.T.O. (add bacon +3)
LARGE BOX$38
2 x drumsticks, thighs, breasts
★ LA ROYALE$23.50
1er cru boeuf, foie gras, cooper's fromage americain, black truffle aioli, pickles
LE BOEUF$16.50
1er cru boeuf, smoked bacon, smoked cheddar, fried onion, pickled jalapeno, bbq mayo
★ LE BURGER$13.50
1er cru boeuf, cooper's fromage americain, pickles, le sauce
LE CHAMPIGNONvegetarian$15.50
fried maitake mushroom, whipped brie, mushroom duxelles, watercress, chives
LE PETITE BURGER$9
1er cru boeuf, sesame bun (add cheese +1)
LE POULET CALI$15.50
crispy chicken, chipotle mayo, pickled jalapeño, avocado, cilantro, honey-lime mop
LE POULET ROTI
slow roasted chicken, herb veloute, parsley sauce, lemon
LE VEGANvegan$14.50
crispy chickpea patty, harissa mayo, cucumber, mint
L'OIGNON$15.50
1er cru boeuf, caramelized onion, gruyère, demi, pickled shallots, chives
SMALL BOX$20
drumstick, thigh, breast
THIGH$8
à la carte roasted chicken thigh
Side
CLASSIQUEvegetariangluten free$6.50
hand cut, thrice cooked pommes frites w/le sauce
POUTINEgluten free$14.50
pommes frites with curds de fromage, velouté
ROYALgluten free$15.50
hand cut, thrice cooked pommes frites with black truffle aioli, foie gras
SUPREMEgluten free$9.50
hand cut, thrice cooked pommes frites with sauce fromage, bacon, chives
Dessert
CHOCOLATE SOFT SERVEvegan$5.50
house-made in small batches, cup or cone
KID'S FLOAT$8
rootbeer, orange, or grape float
LA COCO SUNDAEvegan$8.50
chocolate with coconut, cocoa nibs, caramel
LA FRAMBOISE SUNDAEvegetarian$8.50
vanilla with raspberry, lavender & olive oil
TWIST SOFT SERVEvegetarian$5.50
house-made in small batches chocolate and vanilla, cup or cone
VANILLA BEAN SOFT SERVEvegetarian$5.50
house-made in small batches, cup or cone
Cocktail
ADULT FLOAT$11
pastis, rootbeer, soft serve
APEROL SPRITZ$11
aperol, sparkling wine, soda, orange
BOULEVARDIER$11
low proof cocktail
COLD BREW COCKTAIL$11
vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, condensed milk
★ FRENCH 43$11
elderflower gin, sparkling wine, lemon
OLD FASHIONED$11
french brandies, maple syrup, angostura, genopy
PHONY NEGRONI$11
zero proof cocktail
Wine
CREMANT ROSE$52
sparkling rosé wine
GRAND CRU CHAMPAGNE SPLIT$50
grand cru champagne split
RED WINE$18
red wine
WHITE WINE$16
white wine
Beer
DRY HARD CIDER$9
dry hard cider
GLUEK'S GLUTEN REMOVED BEERgluten free$9
gluten removed beer
HOPPY BEER$6
hoppy style beer
LAGER BEER$6
lager style beer
N/A HOPPY BEER$6
zero proof hoppy style beer
N/A LAGER BEER$6
zero proof lager style beer
Non alcoholic
ARNIE PALMER$4
lemonade and iced tea
BLUEBERRY LAVENDER LEMONADE$6
blueberry lavender lemonade
COCA COLA / DIET COKE / SPRITE$3
cola or sprite soft drink
COLD BREW$6
cold brew coffee
DRY WIT SALINGER$10
zero proof beverage
GRAPE SODA / ORANGE & CREAM SODA$5
grape or orange & cream soda
ICED TEA$3
iced tea
KALIMOTXO$8
non-alcoholic beverage
LEMONADE$4
fresh lemonade
POMEGRANATE LEMONADE$5
pomegranate lemonade
ROOT BEER$5
root beer
ROOT BEER FLOAT$8
root beer with soft serve
SHIRLEY TEMPLE$4
shirley temple mocktail
STRAWBERRY BASIL LEMONADE$6
strawberry basil lemonade
SWEET CREAM COLD BREW$7
cold brew coffee with sweet cream
Seafood
LE POISSON$16.50
crispy cod, cooper's fromage americain, tartar, dill, pickles
Find it
Address
4304 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 328-9267
Restaurant group
independent