Several outlets have published lists of the top burger joints in Phoenix, with some focusing on the best burgers in the city and others highlighting specific options such as smash burgers and veggie burgers. The rankings and recommendations vary across the different lists, which include top 10, top 7, and top 3 rankings. Some publications have also discussed the best burgers in a broader context, including a list of the top 50 restaurants in Phoenix and burgers worth a road trip to try.