Following the remarkable response to last year’s Top 25 Burgers, it became clear to us that this category deserved a far more comprehensive global platform. The burger world has evolved at an extraordinary pace. What was once too often viewed through a purely casual lens has developed into one of the most dynamic, competitive and culturally relevant segments in international dining. Across the world, a new generation of burger places has redefined what excellence in this field can look like. Product quality, sourcing, technical precision, balance, originality and identity now matter more than ever. The very best are no longer simply serving popular food - they are shaping a category with genuine craftsmanship and global relevance. That development deserves serious recognition. With the launch of the World’s 101 Best Burger Places, our ambition is not merely to publish another list, but to establish what we believe is the most complete and internationally relevant burger ranking in the world. A ranking of 101 places allows for a far deeper and more accurate reflection of the global burger landscape than the shorter formats commonly seen in this segment. It gives visibility not only to the obvious names at the very top, but also to the wider international depth, diversity and quality that truly define this movement. We are fully aware that such a ranking carries responsibility. Lists like these influence travel decisions, shape guest expectations and create visibility for the teams and concepts that are driving standards forward. For that reason, we approach this project with seriousness, discipline and respect. Our responsibility is not simply to rank, but to do so in a way that is credible, thoughtful and worthy of the restaurants and burger places included. The World’s 101 Best Burger Places is, in our view, the most complete list in this segment anywhere in the world today. It is designed to capture the full breadth of global burger excellence - from established institutions to rising leaders, from iconic classics to modern specialists pushing the category forward with clarity and ambition. We are proud to present these 101 outstanding burger places to the world for the first time and to take the next step after the success of our Top 25 Burgers. What began as a focused selection has now grown into a global benchmark for one of the most competitive and exciting food categories of our time. Thank you for your trust, your support and your belief in this new ranking.