The Hound, The Cadogan Arms & The George: Three One-Day-Only Burgers to Hunt Down

In London, burgers are no longer just a late-night fix or a guilty pleasure. They’ve become a canvas for serious culinary expression — a way for chefs to show off technique, provenance, and a little swagger. And this National Burger Day, three of the city’s most distinctive pubs under the JKS umbrella are each putting forward a creation that demands attention. One day only, three interpretations of indulgence, and plenty of reason to make the rounds.

The Hound

The Hound, Chiswick

West London has never been short on smart pubs, but The Hound has carved a reputation for elevating classics without losing their soul. For National Burger Day, it’s rolling out a Dry Aged Beef Burger that reads like a greatest hits of decadence: braised short rib draped over the patty, a tangle of crispy fried onions for bite, bone marrow aioli whispering of richness, and a molten layer of cheddar sealing it all together. At £18.50, it’s the sort of burger you book a table for, not grab on the run.

The Cadogan Arms

The Cadogan Arms, Chelsea

On the King’s Road, The Cadogan Arms has long been a marker of refined pub dining, and its burger is no exception. This one’s bold, unapologetic — a dry aged beef base set ablaze with British nduja, tempered with lime mayo, lifted with pickled jalapeños, stacked with onion rings, and crowned with the vivid hit of Red Leicester. It’s a burger that plays with heat, texture, and sharpness, all dialled into balance. At £20.50, it’s indulgence with a Chelsea postcode to match.

The George

The George, Fitzrovia

Great Portland Street’s Georgian gem, The George, is leaning into richness for its National Burger Day special. The dry aged patty comes with caramelised red onion and American cheese for classic depth, but it’s the supporting cast that makes it sing: a mushroom and green chilli remoulade that cuts through the fat with punch, and a confit egg yolk draped across the top, lending silk and opulence in equal measure. At £17, it’s a masterclass in subtle excess.

National Burger Day always brings with it a slew of one-off specials, but few carry the weight and thought of these three. They aren’t novelties or stunts — they’re serious menus-in-miniature, condensing the pubs’ personalities into a bun. Whether you’re west, central, or south-west, there’s a reason to pull up a chair, order a pint, and give in to the occasion.