The world’s best burger isn’t found in New York, Los Angeles, or São Paulo. For the second year in a row, it’s being served in Spain—at a humble yet wildly ambitious burger joint called Hundred Burgers.
Based in Valencia, Hundred Burgers has once again claimed the top spot in the 2025 edition of The World’s Best Burgers ranking—often dubbed the “Michelin Guide for burgers.” After evaluating 900 burger spots across 63 countries, the international jury praised the Spanish chain for its “extreme focus on craftsmanship,” “intense meaty flavor,” and signature demi-brioche bun. It’s a back-to-back win that further cements the brand’s place on the global food map.
A Local Legend Goes Global
Founded in 2020 by Alex González-Urbón and Ezequiel Maldjian, Hundred Burgers started with one simple mission: to make every part of the burger in-house, every single day. That means freshly baked demi-brioche buns, hand-minced dry-aged Galician beef, and meticulous attention to seasoning, searing, and construction. In an age of mass production and speed, Hundred stands out by slowing down.
Today, the brand operates four restaurants in Valencia and three in Madrid. Its rise has been so influential that some free tours in Valencia now make a stop at the original restaurant, proudly telling visitors they’re standing in front of the place that makes the best burger in the world.
Best Burger in the World 2025
According to the judges, the burger’s magic lies in the details. The combination of thick, dry-aged beef patties and the airy-yet-rich bun produces what they described as an “irresistible balance of texture and flavor.” That winning formula is best experienced in the Singular—the burger officially named Best Burger in the World 2025—which features aged beef, melted cheddar, and their signature “mom’s” sauce layered beneath strips of crisp bacon. Other standouts, like the daring Paul Finch, push boundaries with 120-day aged beef, offering deeper flavors for seasoned enthusiasts.
This isn’t fast food. It’s fast-evolving food—blending American traditions with Spanish precision, and a global mindset that still feels deeply rooted in Valencia’s culinary heritage.
Spain’s Burger Scene Is Booming
Hundred isn’t the only Spanish name on the global burger stage. Madrid’s Briochef and Valencia’s Soul Coffee Beer also secured spots on the 2025 Top 25 list, proving Spain is no longer an underdog in a game long dominated by American diners and Brazilian steakhouse hybrids.
The recognition also marks a broader shift in the world of burgers. No longer just about volume or novelty, today’s top-tier burgers are judged by their depth of flavor, use of high-quality ingredients, and culinary technique. Artisanal food trucks, gastropubs, and regional specialists are now being celebrated on an international level.
And while the U.S. still dominates in numbers, with big names like Pizza Loves Emily and Hamburger America earning high praise, it’s clear that global competition is heating up—especially from unexpected places.
What’s Next for Hundred Burgers?
For co-founders González-Urbón and Maldjian, the back-to-back win is both validation and motivation. As Maldjian put it, the recognition is beautiful—but also a responsibility. “Now we have the duty and responsibility to not lower our standards and live up to this award,” he said. Their focus remains on quality over expansion, prioritizing craftsmanship instead of chasing rapid growth.
And it’s paying off. Whether it’s for locals grabbing their favorite Singular burger or tourists making a pilgrimage to see what all the hype is about, the experience at Hundred is about more than just taste—it’s about passion, process, and pride.
In a world full of burger chains trying to go big, Hundred is showing that going deep—into flavor, tradition, and authenticity—might just be the secret to becoming the best.
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