It’s considered the king of green chile cheeseburgers, and visitors and locals alike laud the tasty combination of a burger with a kick as the best in the country. Since its opening a decade ago, this burger joint that originated in Laguna, New Mexico, has attracted fans worldwide. Here’s why you must sink your teeth into this delectable, and very New Mexican, combination!

Its original location is located within The 66 Pit Stop in Laguna.

Suzanne B/Trip Advisor There’s not much room inside, but diners are able to squeeze in to limited seating or take it to go.

The Laguna Burger is a half-pound of beef on a locally-baked bun. But its secret weapon is its New Mexico certified green chile.

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Affordable prices and other green-chile options helped make it a popular option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Laguna Burger has expanded and now serves hungry customers at three locations.

tonymartinalb/Trip Advisor Its second location is in another 66 Pit Stop in Rio Puerco.

A standalone restaurant with ample seating just opened in Albuquerque, located at 2400 12th St. NW.

Laguna Burger/Facebook Crowds wait patiently for their fix of this burger greatness.

Regardless of the location, you’ll be certain to become one of their adoring fans.

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The Laguna Burger While burgers are beast, the Frito pie is also a crowd pleaser worth trying.

Have you ever had had a Laguna Burger, and if so, which location did you taste this heavenly delight? Do you agree that green chile provides the perfect punch and makes a typical style bland by comparison?

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There’s not much room inside, but diners are able to squeeze in to limited seating or take it to go.

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Its second location is in another 66 Pit Stop in Rio Puerco.

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Crowds wait patiently for their fix of this burger greatness.

The Laguna Burger

While burgers are beast, the Frito pie is also a crowd pleaser worth trying.

Green chile burgers aren’t the only thing you’ll miss if you are no longer in New Mexico. Here are 10 foods every New Mexican (or former tourist) craves after they leave the Land of Enchantment.

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