15 Burger Joint Favorites You Can Make at Home

There’s just something about classic burger-joint food that never gets old. The sizzle of the burgers hot off the grill, crispy fries, juicy chicken legs, sloppy joes, onion rings, potato salad… the kind of comfort food you’d see up on the big menu board at your favorite local spot.

Here’s 15 of our homemade versions of those kinds of favorites — easy recipes with simple ingredients and big comfort-food flavor.

Best Damn Air Fryer Burgers (Juicy, Easy & No Grill Needed)

Juicy, evenly cooked burgers made entirely in the air fryer with a simple five-spice blend. No grill, no greasy stovetop, and ready in about 20 minutes.

Air Fryer Homestyle French Fries

These homemade French fries are made with fresh russet potatoes, hand cut, lightly seasoned and cooked to perfection in your air fryer.

Best Damn Oven Baked Chicken Legs

Expertly seasoned and oven roasted to perfection, these chicken drumsticks are so delicious, so juicy, so tender, you will not believe you made them with this simple recipe.

Best Damn Potato Salad

Classic, creamy, and built on a couple of techniques that make a real difference. This is the potato salad I come back to every time. Make it a few hours ahead and it only gets better as it sits.

Best Damn Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Crispy and Juicy)

These mouthwatering, crispy chicken wings are herb-crusted and cooked to perfection in your air fryer in under 25 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight meal or game-time.

Country Creamy Coleslaw

This classic, creamy coleslaw is super easy to make and is loaded with all those delicious flavors you know and love.

Best Damn Instant Pot Shredded Beef Sandwiches

Savory roast beef cooked to juicy, tender perfection in your Instant Pot and served on rolls with a delicious aus ju.

Best Damn Instant Pot Ribs

Tender, fall-off-the-bone easy recipe for Instant Pot Ribs. Make the most delicious homemade baby back ribs in under an hour.

Buffalo baked chicken legs on a serving dish with celery and carrot sticks.

Best Damn Baked Buffalo Chicken Legs

These baked buffalo chicken legs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a classic tangy sauce. Perfect for game day or an easy dinner!

Best Damn Homemade Sloppy Joes

This easy recipe for homemade sloppy joes is loaded with awesome flavors and uses simple ingredients to create a delicious, hearty meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Grilled Burger Skewers

These Grilled Burger Skewers are like mini cheeseburgers on a stick! In just 10 minutes, you’ll have juicy patties with melty cheese and a tasty homemade burger sauce, perfect for snacking.

A stacked smash burger with lettuce, tomato, and cheese.

Best Damn Smash Burgers

These incredible smash burgers don’t require a burger press and are a surefire way to achieve perfectly crispy edges and a juicy center every time.

Best Damn Burger Sauce

Creamy, tangy, sweet, and addictive – this burger sauce is the ultimate upgrade for burgers, sandwiches, fries, and more. You’ll want to put it on everything!

Best Damn Beer Battered Onion Rings

These restaurant-style, beer-battered onion rings are sure to be a huge hit with everyone! Easy to make and our dipping sauce takes them to the next level!

Three loaded chili dogs on a serving dish with shredded cheese and sliced jalapenos.

Best Damn Chili Dogs

These chili dogs are a backyard BBQ classic, topped with hearty chili and your favorite toppings like melted cheese, crunchy onions, and spicy jalapeños.