Why Locals Love Love Thy Burger
Located in the heart of Colchester at 58 High Street, Love Thy Burger is a standout destination for anyone craving a mouthwatering American-style fast food experience with a gourmet twist. Specializing in succulent, flavour-packed hamburgers, this vibrant restaurant truly lives up to its name by serving up burgers that ignite the senses and leave a lasting impression.
Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the lively yet welcoming atmosphere that perfectly balances the buzz of a busy city centre eatery with a cozy, inviting vibe. The friendly and attentive staff ensure every visit feels personal, while the spotless interior and available outdoor seating offer a comfortable setting whether you're enjoying a quick lunch or settling in for a relaxed dinner.
Love Thy Burger’s menu is a celebration of classic American comfort food, elevated with quality ingredients and imaginative touches. The highlight? Their range of burgers, including the highly recommended Big Smoke—a smoky, juicy delight paired with perfectly golden rosemary fries that customers rave about. For lighter appetites or younger diners, the Kids Menu offers delicious options like cheesy burgers and crispy chicken nuggets, all reasonably priced around the £6 mark.
The sensory experience extends beyond the burgers. Imagine biting into a medium-rare patty where melted cheese oozes luxuriously and crispy bacon adds that irresistible crunch – an experience one customer fondly described as "fantastic." Classic sides such as rosemary chips complement the main course with robust herb-infused flavour, enhancing every bite with an aromatic finish.
To round out the meal, Love Thy Burger offers a thoughtfully curated drinks selection. Choose from energizing white or black Americanos at just £2.40, soothing green or English teas, or indulge in a handcrafted dessert milkshake like the decadent Cherry Shakewell or irresistibly creamy Biscoff and Reece's flavor. For those who enjoy a tipple, a well-chosen range of beers and ciders, including Brewdog Punk IPA and Old Mout Cider, are available at £3.90.
What really sets Love Thy Burger apart is the authenticity of the experience—the buzz of a busy crowd, the aroma of freshly cooked burgers, and the genuine satisfaction on diners' faces. One visitor commented on the welcoming atmosphere, praising the “busy but buzzing” vibe that makes it a desirable spot to meet friends or grab a hearty meal when in town. Another noted that despite being the eldest in the room, the upbeat energy transcended age barriers, creating a universally enjoyable environment.
Overall, Love Thy Burger is more than just a fast food joint; it’s a celebration of American burger artistry right in Colchester’s city centre. Whether you’re here to enjoy a quick bite or savor their hospitality over a juicy burger and tempting shakes, this spot delivers quality, flavour, and a genuine passion for food that keeps customers coming back again and again.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Great dessert
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Toilet
- Casual
- Trendy
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
- University students
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Paid parking lot
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 15, 2026
Ordered via deliveroo. Top tier burger, and the sides as well. Decent prices as well overall. Really enjoyed it and will definitely order again when I want a burger.
- Mar 11, 2026
The burgers were tasty, didn’t wait too long for it. Rosemary chips were good enough. Seating are available inside and outside. I like the atmosphere when I was there, it was busy and just feeling good to me to come to a place with people in it not just empty. Staff were friendly and all the area are quiet clean. It it right in the city centre so easy to find if you want to have a special burger for any meal time.
- Feb 21, 2026
Popped while in town. Burger was very tasty. My wife expecting the food (chicken burger) to be more spicy. Had the rosemary fries also very nice. Happy to try another burger when in town next time.
- Feb 14, 2026
Popped in here because the hotel I was staying in wasn’t serving food. I love a good burger, and this did not disappoint. Definitely recommend the Big Smoke with Rosemary Fries. And the Strawberry Short-cake-shake? Man, to die for. Great place, great service. I was the oldest in there by a country mile, but I still enjoyed the atmosphere.
- Jan 11, 2026
Burger me! This place was superb. I most certainly did love thy burger. I had mine cooked medium rare. The cheese just oooozed out,the bacon light and crispy and the chips were piping hot and delicious. The staff were friendly,handsome and efficient. First time visiting this place,definitely won't be the last. Fantastic
- Jan 4, 2026
The best burgers!! This place never disappoints. Their sweet potato fries and Oreo milkshakes are amazing. Very well priced for the amount you get.
- Dec 15, 2025
I took the kids into Love Thy Burger as I really had little interest in going where they wanted to go... albeit this option was a fair tad more expensive! They do really nice burgers but if you want a meal you need to pay extra for fries and a drink. Staff were really good, kept place clean, helped me work out what to order for the kids! They also gave us some takeaway bags at end so the kids could eat their left over chips later. Its not a big place to stop and eat, but thankfully there was plenty of space on our visit.
- Dec 12, 2025
Fabulous burgers at reasonable price, some good deals for meal deals, lunchtimes and kids. Good veggie/vegan options and some amazing monthly specials. Order at table with QR code or at the counter, staff were friendly and attentive. The food was very tasty and burgers could be customised (because y' know, pickles are a choice right!?). Really enjoyed it.