Hamburger America – American
Stepping into this nostalgic luncheonette feels like a journey through regional American history, where the rhythmic press of the spatula against the griddle creates a symphony of sizzling beef and sweet, caramelized onions. George Motz’s legendary fried onion burgers anchor a menu of timeless comfort, offering a masterclass in simplicity that pairs perfectly with the retro charm of chrome stools and paper-wrapped sandwiches.
51 MacDougal Street, 10012 https://hamburgeramerica.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Hamburger America
Gluten-Free at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gluten Free Bun Add-on. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw, Yoo-Hoo and Egg Salad Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw and Coffee Milk. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw, Yoo-Hoo and George Motz's Fried Onion Burger (Double). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wine (White, Red, Bubbly), Shoestring Fries and Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw, Chocolate Brownie and Wine (White, Red, Bubbly). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw, Yoo-Hoo and Egg Salad Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Hamburger America
Hamburger America in New York has 4 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cole Slaw, Yoo-Hoo and Egg Salad Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Hamburger America
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Salad Plate | 68.8 g | 55.4 g |
| The Classic Smash Burger (Single) | 62.1 g | 42.2 g |
| The Classic Smash Burger (Double) | 62.1 g | 42.2 g |
| The Celsus Burger | 48.4 g | 39.4 g |
| Pie Slice | 132.8 g | 34.6 g |
| George Motz's Fried Onion Burger (Single) | 14.4 g | 34.2 g |
| George Motz's Fried Onion Burger (Double) | 18.3 g | 33.6 g |
| Peanut Butter & Jelly | 18.8 g | 33.4 g |
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | 12.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Wine (White, Red, Bubbly) | 64.2 g | 20.1 g |
| Miller High Life | 2.6 g | 18.5 g |
| Chocolate/Vanilla Egg Cream | 41.4 g | 10.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the casual dining experience for a straightforward meal, noting that the atmosphere provides a decent backdrop for a relaxed dinner. Reviewers highlight the approachable setting as a reliable choice for those seeking a simple
Menu
Burgers
Made with fresh ground chuck from Schweid & Sons
- George Motz's Fried Onion Burger (Single) - $7.75: Fresh ground chuck, American cheese, fried onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb
- George Motz's Fried Onion Burger (Double) - $12.5: Fresh ground chuck, American cheese, fried onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb
- The Classic Smash Burger (Single) - $7.75: Fresh ground chuck, mustard, diced onion, dill pickle, cheese, toasted bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- The Classic Smash Burger (Double) - $12.5: Fresh ground chuck, mustard, diced onion, dill pickle, cheese, toasted bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- The Celsus Burger - $18: 7.5-ounce thick patty of prime chuck, Swiss cheese, bacon, grilled onions, toasted bun
Sandwiches
- Tuna Salad Sandwich - $8.5: Choice of white or wheat bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Egg Salad Sandwich - $7.5: Choice of white or wheat bread Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Peanut Butter & Jelly - $5.25: Choice of white or wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Grilled Cheese - $5.25: Choice of white or wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Hot Ham Sandwich - $7.5: Thin sliced warm ham, melted Swiss cheese, toasted bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Salads
- Salad Plate - $13: One scoop each egg and tuna salad, served with Ritz crackers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Sides
- Shoestring Fries - $4.65: Cooked in corn oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Cole Slaw - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Gluten Free Bun Add-on - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Soda - $4.5
- Hot Coffee - $3
- Iced Coffee - $4.5
- Iced Tea - $4.25
- Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- 1/2 + 1/2 (Lemonade + Iced Tea) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Yoo-Hoo - $3.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Miller High Life - $6.75
- Wine (White, Red, Bubbly) - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
- Seltzer - $1.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hot Chocolate - $3.5
- Milk - $4.25
- Chocolate Milk - $5.25
- Coffee Milk - $5.25 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Mocha Milk - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chocolate/Vanilla Egg Cream - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Desserts
- Pie Slice - $8: Key Lime, Chocolate Cream, or Pumpkin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Chip Cookies (2) - $4.35 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Milk 'N Cookies - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Brownie - $3.85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Hamburger America
- Is Hamburger America gluten-free-friendly?
- Yes. Hamburger America has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gluten Free Bun Add-on.
- What can I eat at Hamburger America on a gluten-free diet?
- Gluten Free Bun Add-on carry the gluten-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Hamburger America have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Wine (White, Red, Bubbly) and Shoestring Fries.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Hamburger America?
- Salad Plate, at roughly 55.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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