RETRO - Restaurante Americano - Best Burgers in Braga is a american restaurant in Braga Centro, Braga. Rated 4.7 stars from 168 Google reviews. Known for burgers that justify the trip and vegetarian and vegan options that aren't an afterthought. Best for date night and group dinner. Ranked #2 of 15 in Braga Centro. Features a undefined terrace, dog-friendly.
Rankings updated April 2026
RETRO - Restaurante Americano - Best Burgers in Braga
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Top 2 in Braga Centro
in Braga Centro
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Locals return because the burgers are genuinely good and the price-to-portion ratio beats anywhere else in town. It's the rare American burger place that respects vegetarians and doesn't charge you €25 for a patty.
Book if you're going Friday or Saturday dinner, or you want to guarantee a table without standing at the bar for 30 minutes.
About RETRO - Restaurante Americano - Best Burgers in Braga
RETRO is an American burger restaurant on R. dos Biscaínhos in Braga-centro that takes itself seriously enough to make homemade vegan patties with baked beans, but not so seriously you can't play board games while you wait. The space is decorated in retro American style — reviewers mention the decor specifically — and it's the kind of place that fills up fast on Friday nights, which is why reservations exist. Burgers arrive juicy and well-constructed (reviewers praise the smash cheeseburgers and the succulence). The animal fries are a full portion on their own. Onion rings come crispy. There's a €20 economic menu with starter, burger, drink, and dessert. Cocktails and spirits cost less than you'd pay in a pub. Dogs are welcome outside on the terrace in spring and autumn. It's casual, cosy, trendy — the kind of place couples book for the American vibe, groups reserve ahead to avoid the queue, and solo diners sit at the bar with a coffee and dessert. The staff are attentive (one reviewer specifically praised a staff member named Giovanna). It's busy enough that you'll wait if you don't book, relaxed enough that board games make the wait enjoyable.
What Stands Out
Burgers that justify the trip
Reviewers consistently describe them as 'juicy and very flavourful', 'super suculento e macio', and 'well-confectioned, good quality'. The lava burger gets specific praise for unique presentation and creativity. Multiple reviews mention the smash cheeseburger specifically.
Vegetarian and vegan options that aren't an afterthought
One reviewer called it 'the best vegan burger I ever had in Braga' and noted the chef (Arun) makes a homemade vegan patty with baked beans. Another mentions 'other vegetarian options' available.
Value at €10–15 per burger, or €20 for a full meal
The economic menu (€20) includes starter, burger, drink, and dessert. One reviewer specifically noted it's 'worthy' and 'good and worthy'. Cocktails and spirits are cheaper than pubs. Takeaway gets a 10% discount.
What Customers Say
Good food good service and overall 5 star from my side..
I have tried the economic menu worth 20€ .
We had 2 smash cheese burger, juicy and very flavourful.
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“I think you need to make something outside. If you have good bill board outside”
— Cristina Richard
Frequently Asked Questions about RETRO - Restaurante Americano - Best Burgers in Braga
Yes, if you're going Friday or Saturday dinner. The restaurant gets too busy — reviewers recommend reserving before you arrive to avoid waiting. It takes reservations and has table service.
The smash cheeseburger (reviewers describe it as 'juicy and very flavourful'). The lava burger gets praise for unique presentation. If you want sides, the animal fries are a full portion on their own, and the onion rings come 'super sequinhas e crocantes' (crispy).
Yes. They make a homemade vegan patty with baked beans (the chef, Arun, makes it in-house). One reviewer called it 'the best vegan burger I ever had in Braga'. They also have other vegetarian options on the menu.
Burgers are €10–15. The economic menu is €20 and includes a starter, burger, drink, and dessert. Cocktails and spirits are cheaper than you'd pay in pubs. Takeaway orders get a 10% discount.
Yes, dogs are allowed outside on the terrace. The outdoor seating is available spring and autumn.
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