Whether you like your burgers smashed to crispy perfection, smothered in cheese or topped with bacon, there are so many delicious options to choose from across Britain and Ireland. We've ranked the best burger places in every region of the UK – each of England's nine official regions, plus Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales – and Ireland, from new kids on the block to no-frills food trucks and timeless old-school spots serving classic burgers cooked with love.

Read on for our ultimate list of Britain and Ireland's greatest burger spots, counting down to the best of all – has your local made the cut?

We've based our ranking on the reviews, awards and accolades of each restaurant, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

The best burgers in Britain