A mouth-watering burger and a generous side of chips are just what we need and here are the best in Ayrshire.

Whether you want to gorge on gherkins, you’re crazy about cheese or you plan on topping it with tomato sauce, finding a decent burger shouldn’t be a struggle.

Now it’s easier than ever to find a good burger place thanks to Tripadvisor’s ratings and reviews.

If you’re bonkers for burgers like us, here are the best places on your doorstep for you to try.

Ayr Advertiser: Burger and chips. Credit: CanvaBurger and chips. Credit: Canva

Best burger places in Ayrshire

Kirkmichael Arms

Location: 3-5 Straiton Road Kirkmichael, Maybole KA19 7PH Scotland

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of ‘excellent’ reviews: 416

One Tripadvisor user said: "The food is all home cooked fantastic special board beautiful village staying here for a short while and so happy this place is a great find."

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Smokehouse

Location: 1B Alloway Place Smokehouse, Ayr KA7 2AA Scotland

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of ‘excellent’ reviews: 64

After their visit, one Tripadvisor user left this review:"

The nicest smokehouse food I’ve had. Extremely good value for money, and the meat was high quality. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the restaurant is very clean. As a special bonus, it’s dog-friendly too. We’ll definitely be returning."

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Auld Acquaintance Cafe (International Fusion Food)

Location: 9 Dalrymple Street, Girvan KA26 9EU Scotland

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of ‘excellent’ reviews: 140

Following their meal, one customer took to Tripadvisor:"Delicious home cooked food, both the curries and western food and a warm welcome from the hosts, Prenil and Delphina. So good we went twice in one day."

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Piersland House Restaurant

Location: Craigend Road, Troon KA10 6HD Scotland

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of ‘excellent’ reviews:352

One Tripadvisor user reviewed their visit: "We had a lovely breakfast and evening meal (twice), the restaurant was quiet and comfortable and the attentive staff were cordial & friendly."

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The Chestnuts Hotel Restaurant

Location: 52 Racecourse Road, Ayr KA7 2UZ Scotland

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5

Number of ‘excellent’ reviews: 421

One Tripadvisor user shared their experience:"Very nice food and atmosphere. Busy at weekends which gives a nice buzz. Traditional food and something for the whole family."

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