LNL Burger

The LNL Burger is a signature item from LeRoy and Lewis (Austin, Texas, USA), a barbecue-focused restaurant known for its inventive approach to smoked meats. The burger’s name is an abbreviation of the venue’s initials, and it was notably highlighted by ReTubeIt contributor Michael Ligier. Though the exact recipe is proprietary, the LNL Burger typically features a beef patty—often a custom grind incorporating brisket trimmings or other smoked remnants—cooked on a flat-top to achieve a crisp crust while retaining a juicy interior. It is usually served on a soft, toasted bun with standard accompaniments like American cheese, pickles, onions, and a tangy house sauce.

What distinguishes a great LNL Burger is the integration of barbecue technique into burger construction. The patty’s smoky notes and the use of high-quality, coarse-ground beef set it apart from conventional fast-food burgers. Venue LeRoy and Lewis has built a reputation for applying their smoker expertise to non-traditional dishes; for example, they also offer smoked burgers and brisket sandwiches. The LNL Burger represents this philosophy in a compact form. Regional variations of similar “barbecue burgers” exist across Texas, often incorporating jalapeños, mustard slaw, or a sweet barbecue glaze, but the LNL Burger remains a distinct expression of the Austin food scene’s fusion of Texan BBQ and American burger culture.