Kofta Burger 128 East Jefferson Street, Syracuse, NY 13202

"Kofta Burger is an absolutely incredible establishment in Syracuse. I have been wanting to try them since they opened up on James Street and was disappointed when I saw that they had closed. To my surprise, they were planning the move to their current location downtown! Their smash burgers are divinely out of this world. The charred beef patty is juicy and delicious while the toppings of garlic sauce, tomato, parsley, sumac onion, and white cheddar compliment each other perfectly with the tangy smoky sour crunch of freshness that is packed with Middle Eastern flavor. Their chicken burger has got to be one of the best pieces of fried chicken I have ever had. The outside is extremely crispy with the inside being tender and moist with no dryness. The sauce and the crisp crunch of the vegetable toppings pair nicely with the chicken. I am extremely impressed with Kofta Burger. I will be back again and again. Thank you for making a pleasurable dining experience!"

"We’ve been dying to try Kofta Burger since it moved downtown from Eastwood. It was mostly delicious and the service was great. We had a burger that was perfectly cooked as ordered)not always easy to get in Syracuse) that was juicy, flavorful and came on the perfect bun. The potato wedges are a signature dish there and for good reason. They are perfect. The chicken nachos had so much promise but they were covered in too much red onion. The chicken and pita “chips” were delicious and the touch of pomegranate was good too but wayyyy too much onion. We reminded ourselves that if a restaurant name has the word burger in it…get a burger! We’ll be back for burgers for sure!"

"A new eatery downtown, YAY! I ordered the namesake Kofta Burger at the chefs suggestion, absolutely delicious. A unique burger, great flavors and the red onion tomato “slaw” was perfect against the spiced burger patty. And the potato wedges, fried and seasoned to perfection. Can’t wait to try the rest of their flavor combinations!"

"Let's just sum this up, simply the best! Bar None this is the best burger I have ever had the pleasure of consuming! I ordered the Avocado Lover Burger which was smeared in plethora of avocado slices cheese, and a pomegranate sauce I believe, and the burger itself is mouth watering! I didn't modify my burger in anyway other than removing the tomatoes, my initial thought that it was going to be too much avocado for my liking but biting into as I chewed every delicious morsel it just seemed to melt altogether. Cooked to perfection medium rare that I requested. I ordered the USA burger for my significant other which is two patties smeared in some type of cheese heaven, also cooked to a medium rare. Each burger was served with four potato wedges seasoned to perfection! The owner was friendly and welcoming, and is such a cute little spot he has. The kitchen is viewable and kept well. I would definitely recommend stopping in ASAP to get yourself one of these burgers! Non meat option available as well and more healthy options."

"I really like Kofta and their idea of providing an amazing American/Mediterranean fusion. Even though, I haven’t gotten the chance to try all of their options, I am sure everything is great. My only minor comment is that they should put a bit more of their sauces in the burgers or provide a little bit on the side. Overall, it’s still amazing and the pictures are for the Fried Chicken Burger and Greek SmashBurger."