Fergburger & Fergbaker | Is It Worth The Hype?

Probably the most famous burger joint in the world, Fergburger first started out from a garage off an obscure lane. Eventually, it has became one of the most wanted eateries in almost every international foodies and travelers’ hit list. Is it worth the visit, or is this just a FOMO hype?

When I visited Fergburger during slight off-peak hour, the queueing line was still pretty long. There was a wait before it’s my turn to order, but it wasn’t too bad for me. After ordering my burger, the wait for the food to be prepared was bit longer than the wait to order.

To try the real taste of their good burger, I ordered the most traditional ‘The Fergburger’ ($16.50). It’s the no-nonsense beef patty (prime New Zealand beef) burger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, aioli & tomato relish.

The verdict: Yes, the burger was delicious! The beef patty was juicy and flavorful, and the burger bun had just the right texture and thickness. Everything was fresh (they source the lettuce from the only local premium lettuce farm nearby, rather than the cheaper ones that can only be obtained via longer delivery journey).

Is it worth it?: Looking at the price, I would say it is an excellent value considering the place being in the touristy, expensive Queenstown. A lot of food around here are more expensive than that. It’s much more valuable than McDonald’s to be real! As for the waiting time, if you are not in a rush, it is totally worth the wait. I mean, it’s not the ‘best’ burger in the world, I wouldn’t travel a long way just to eat Fergburger, but it’s a place I’m happy to go and know that I will be satisfied!