A burger at Haarlem is a savoury meal that stands out thanks to its freshly mashed minced beef, crispy grilled toppings and a golden-brown toasted brioche bun. Every day, our team passionately prepares the tastiest creations on the hot griddle for anyone craving authentic comfort food.
In our kitchen, the chefs press the fresh minced beef firmly onto a hot griddle. This unique ‘smash’ technique creates a crispy, caramelised crust whilst keeping the meat deliciously juicy on the inside. Combined with melted cheddar, fresh ingredients and our signature sauces, every meal is packed with intense flavour. Our range includes a variety of classics, such as the double or triple BUNS Smashburger, the savoury LA Style version with bacon and green chillies, and the generously topped Buns single smash burger.
For those who love a bit of variety, we serve not only minced beef but also crispy buttermilk fried chicken. The Buns fried chicken burger, for example, comes with fresh coleslaw, gherkin and spicy Sriracha mayonnaise.
Everyone should be able to enjoy a good burger at Haarlem. That’s why our team takes great care to prepare meals that cater to a range of dietary requirements and lifestyles. All options featuring minced beef, chicken and our Birria pulled beef – slow-cooked for eight hours – are 100% halal-certified. This means you can sit down and enjoy a meal with friends or family without a care in the world.
For guests who prefer not to eat meat, we serve, amongst other things, the BUNS Vega Smashburger, made with a flavourful plant-based patty, cheddar and fresh vegetables. Gluten-free bread is also available at the BUNS’s menu selection. However, it is worth noting that our kitchen is not 100% gluten-free, which means that in the case of a severe allergy such as coeliac disease, we cannot provide a full guarantee against cross-contamination.
Our restaurant is centrally located in the historic city centre at Gedempte Oude Gracht 139. With a cosy interior and a terrace overlooking the River Spaarne, it’s the ideal spot for a delicious break during the day. As well as our famous burgers, the kitchen team also serves golden-brown chips with Cajun seasoning, loaded fries and fresh smoothies. Whether you’re popping in for a quick break or fancy a leisurely dinner, our welcoming team is here to look after you.
You can easily book in advance via the website, but it’s by no means compulsory, as we always keep tables free for walk-ins. If you’d rather enjoy our menu from the comfort of your sofa, you can use the ordering site to have meals delivered or collect them, or save up for extras with the BUNS’s loyalty programme.
The menu includes, amongst other things, the BUNS Smashburger (single, double or triple), the LA-style Smashburger with bacon and chillies, the Classic Smashburger, the Buns Fried Chicken Burger and a plant-based BUNS Vega Smashburger.
Yes, all the smash burgers with minced beef, all the chicken dishes and the Birria pulled beef, slow-cooked for 8 hours, on our menu are 100% halal.
No, you can book a table, but you don’t have to. Our staff always keep enough tables free in the restaurant for guests who pop in on the spur of the moment.
Gluten-free bread is available on the menu. As our kitchen is not 100% gluten-free and uses the same ovens and work surfaces, we cannot offer a full guarantee against cross-contamination for those with coeliac disease.
The branch at Gedempte Oude Gracht 139 is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 21:00 and from Friday to Sunday from 11:00 to 21:00. The shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
