the full story

ABOUT

Every burger has a story, and this is ours. This page shares the journey of our founder—a story of resilience, hard work, and the pursuit of the American dream.

ROOTS OF RESILIENCE

I grew up in a hardworking, lower-class family. My parents, from a small village in Bangladesh, moved to Dubai in the 1980s with little money but big dreams. My father, a self-made entrepreneur, built a small retail business that grew to six stores. But as times changed, the business struggled. By 2008, only one store remained, and when COVID-19 hit, it closed for good. My parents' resilience through hardship shaped me.

NEW BEGINNING

In 2020, I arrived in the U.S. with a dream and, at my lowest, just $56 to my name. Struggling to make ends meet, I took any job —working grueling hours at Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Tully’s, and Amazon just to stay afloat. Determined to create something, I saved $1,000 to buy a camera and started offering social media marketing services. Hustle turned into an opportunity, and by 2024, I had saved enough to take the leap and open a burger joint in downtown Syracuse—my first real shot at building something bigger.

BIRTH OF BETTER BURGER

However, a dispute with an investor led to a lawsuit and the end of our partnership. Instead of giving up, I created Better Burger—a brand built on resilience and passion. More than just a burger. Better Burger isn’t just about great food; it’s about standing up for the underdog. No matter how many times life knocks you down, you can always build something BETTER.

ETHOS

At Better Burger, we’re more than great food—we’re about great people with big dreams. We uplift hard-working Americans, fostering talent who aspire to create something great.

OUR PROMISE

FRESH

We use high-quality ingredients, prepared to order.

FAST

We respect your time with quick, efficient service.

FUN

We create a vibrant, welcoming space for everyone.