Shiso Burger
Hamburg-Altstadt, Hamburg
Restaurant in Hamburg, Germany
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Price
$10–20per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Shiso Burger for an easy, casual Hamburg meal when speed matters more than ceremony. It is better suited to lunch, early dinner, and small-group catch-ups than special occasions, with Sunday ruled out by its weekly closure.
About Shiso Burger
Shiso Burger is a casual venue in Hamburg with opening hours that make it usable for midday and evening plans on most weekdays, plus longer continuous hours on Friday and Saturday. Planning facts are simple: casual dress, Sunday closure, and a weekday break between the midday and evening opening windows.
Choose it for a casual meal, not a formal plan
This is the right call when you want a casual Hamburg stop and the published hours fit your schedule. For a deeper Hamburg planning pass, use our full Hamburg restaurants guide, then cross-check stays in our full Hamburg hotels guide and drinks options in our full Hamburg bars guide.
The main trade-off is about timing rather than menu detail or service style. If you want to compare other Hamburg options, consider Ai Bánh Mì, GRETA OTO Hamburg, La Mesa, Mö Grill, or Tschebull depending on the kind of meal you are planning. Shiso Burger is best approached as a casual option whose hours should be checked against the rest of your day.
The practical read: go when timing is on your side
Monday through Thursday, Shiso Burger is open from 12–3 PM and again from 4–9 PM. Friday and Saturday run from 12–9:30 PM, while Sunday is closed. That makes it easier to plan around midday or evening on weekdays, with a broader window heading into the weekend.
For travellers building a wider Germany food itinerary, keep Shiso Burger in the casual Hamburg category. Use the hours and casual dress code as the practical anchors, then compare it with other dining in Hamburg if you need a different level of formality or a different setting.
Planning details
- Location
- Bugenhagenstraße 23, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
- Website
- shisoburger.com
- Phone
- +494074304110
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Shiso Burger pairs a casual burger format with a focused, ingredient-led approach rooted in Japanese influence. The name itself, shiso, an aromatic herb, signals the kitchen’s editorial stance: this is not a generic fast-food outlet but a city-centre spot that tweaks the classic burger template with precise flavors. Located on Bugenhagenstraße near Mönckebergstraße, the place draws a mixed crowd of workers, regulars and visitors, and the tone is relaxed and unpretentious. The experience feels considered rather than throwaway, making it an easy choice when you want something simple but thoughtfully executed.
Best For
Shiso Burger is best for straightforward, no-fuss meals in the middle of a busy day. Its central location makes it convenient for lunchtime visits by office workers and shoppers, and the format suits quick midweek meals or casual evenings when a formal restaurant commitment feels unnecessary. It attracts local regulars as well as visitors seeking a distinctive take on burgers, so it works well for solo diners and small groups looking for a reliably tasty, informal option close to Hamburg’s shopping axis.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s signature combinations that highlight the restaurant’s Japanese-influenced approach: the Bulgogi Burger and the Chili Lemon Burger are called out as standouts. The venue frames its offering around ingredient specificity, so choose items that showcase that crossover: herb-forward or umami-rich flavors are likely to be the house’s strengths. Because the kitchen positions itself as a considered alternative to fast-food templates, expect carefully composed toppings and sauces rather than purely classic American-style builds.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and bright rooms with modern décor and open kitchen where food is prepared fresh before your eyes.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Bulgogi Burger
- Chili Lemon Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Bugenhagenstraße 23, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If you cannot get in
Try Ai Bánh Mì for another fast casual option in Hamburg. If the group wants a more familiar grill direction, Mö Grill is the cleaner fallback.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Hamburg
Ai Bánh Mì is the closest cross-shop if the priority is a fast, casual meal with an Asian-leaning format. Pick Shiso Burger when a burger-style stop sounds more satisfying; pick Ai Bánh Mì when handheld lunch is the whole brief.
GRETA OTO Hamburg, Tschebull, and La Mesa make more sense when ambiance and a longer sit-down meal matter. Shiso Burger is the lower-commitment choice, better for quick timing and easier planning.
Mö Grill is the cleaner comparison for a casual grill-style decision. Choose Mö Grill if the group wants a more familiar grill stop; choose Shiso Burger if the point is a casual burger meal with a more specific angle.
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Compare Shiso Burger
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Shiso Burger | Hamburg | No published awards |
| Ai Bánh Mì | Hamburg | No published awards |
| GRETA OTO Hamburg | Hamburg | No published awards |
| Tschebull | Hamburg | 2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Mö Grill | Hamburg | No published awards |
| La Mesa | Hamburg | 2025 The Best Chef One Knife |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Shiso Burger?
Specific dishes, prices, or menu details are not included. Treat Shiso Burger as a casual Hamburg stop and check the current menu directly before choosing what to order.
Is midday or evening better at Shiso Burger?
Either can work depending on the day. Monday through Thursday have a midday window from 12–3 PM and an evening window from 4–9 PM. Friday and Saturday are open continuously from 12–9:30 PM, while Sunday is closed.
Is Shiso Burger good for a special occasion?
Shiso Burger has a casual dress code, so it is a relaxed Hamburg option rather than a formal occasion venue. If the meal needs a different atmosphere, compare it with other Hamburg restaurants such as GRETA OTO Hamburg, Tschebull, La Mesa, Ai Bánh Mì, or Mö Grill.
What are alternatives to Shiso Burger in Hamburg?
Other Hamburg options to consider include Ai Bánh Mì, GRETA OTO Hamburg, La Mesa, Mö Grill, and Tschebull. Choose between them based on timing, atmosphere, and what kind of meal you want.
What should a first-timer know about Shiso Burger?
Go in expecting a casual Hamburg venue and plan around the hours. Shiso Burger is open Monday through Thursday from 12–3 PM and 4–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 12–9:30 PM, and closed on Sunday.
