The story
Located just steps from the Porta Nuova station, Sweet Burger has quickly established itself as a reliable fast-food destination in the heart of Turin. The restaurant’s signature aesthetic features a unique square sweet bun, a creative touch that adds visual flair to their menu, though diners should be prepared for it to fall apart easily while eating.
Creator Franchino Er Criminale highlights the Bacon Gem and Bacon Cheese as standout selections, awarding the spot an impressive 8 out of 10. While he notes that the fried chicken sandwich was a disappointment, the overall experience remains highly recommended for those seeking a quick, satisfying bite in the city. With a solid reputation and a variety of classic offerings, Sweet Burger is a worthwhile stop for anyone navigating the bustling streets of Torino.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 6 dish mentions say about the food
The Sweet Burger’s chicken earns rave reviews as a juicy standout, with the overall vibe being a warm, unpretentious haven for crave-worthy comfort food.
“This is the Chicken: fried chicken cutlet, tomato, iceberg lettuce, and white sauce. The breading and frying are good — very crunchy — but the rest is flat. The white sauce is pointless, there's not enough of it, and the iceberg and tomato just add water, no personality. It's bland, tasteless, without verve. I wouldn't get this again; it's just a filler sandwich. If you want fried chicken, go for the one with bacon for more complexity.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Sweet Burger. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
Sweet Burger is a valid fast food spot in Turin, with a distinctive square sweet bun that pairs well with some recipes; I'd give it an 8 out of 10, promoting it overall despite some misses like the plain fried chicken sandwich.
Dishes mentioned
Old School
This is the Old School: sweet bun, beef, double cheddar, onion, pickles, and smoky sauce. The bun is square and slightly sweet, which is cool, but it falls apart easily — the four little squares separate just by picking it up. The taste is good, the meat is flavorful, but I found it a bit dry; I would have liked a little more sauce to make it buttery and full.
Bacon Gem
This is the Bacon Gem: sweet bun, beef, raclette, bacon, and secret sauce. It's really good — well balanced. You can taste the bacon jam, there's a lot of bacon, the sauce and cheese work perfectly together. The meat is cooked better here, juicier in the center. With the paper wrapper I have no problem with the bun falling apart. If you don't like bacon and that almost excessive bacon flavor, skip it, because the bacon jam gives it a big boost.
Bacon Cheese
This is the Bacon Cheese: beef, cheddar, bacon, and smoky sauce. It's good in its simplicity — the bacon and smoky sauce give it a push. The sweet bun pairs really well with the bacon and smoky sauce. Without lettuce or tomatoes, just meat, cheddar, bacon, and plenty of sauce, it's a solid burger. Worth the cheat meal.
Chicken
This is the Chicken: fried chicken cutlet, tomato, iceberg lettuce, and white sauce. The breading and frying are good — very crunchy — but the rest is flat. The white sauce is pointless, there's not enough of it, and the iceberg and tomato just add water, no personality. It's bland, tasteless, without verve. I wouldn't get this again; it's just a filler sandwich. If you want fried chicken, go for the one with bacon for more complexity.
Nuggets
These nuggets are irregular in shape and have a reddish color from the breading — probably paprika or some spice. The breading is thick and crunchy, the frying is consistent. The chicken inside is a bit dry, to be honest, but much better than 70% of nuggets out there in fast food. They're good overall, but they don't blow me away.
