Why Locals LOVE This Neighborhood Burger Gem in Wilmington, DE

Downtown Wilmington’s Farmer & the Cow has redefined what a craft burger restaurant should be, combining handcrafted burgers made from a proprietary blend of chuck, brisket, and filet with an impressive collection of over 1,200 whiskeys. 🍔

Opening their doors with a clear mission—to create burger perfection through carefully developed recipes and extensively tested blends—this restaurant earned nationwide recognition when Guy Fieri featured them on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2019.

The restaurant recently moved to a fresh new location at 801 N Market Street, bringing the same exceptional food to an expanded space with plans to grow even further.

How Farmer & The Cow won Wilmington’s hearts

Farmer & the Cow captured Wilmington’s attention from the start when three friends—Mike Day, Jasper Singh, and Matt Collins—bonded over their shared love of bourbon and decided to open a restaurant together.

The trio brought an unusual twist: their head chef, Jasper Singh, is a vegetarian, yet he created a menu packed with some of the most craveable meaty burgers in Delaware.

The team spent considerable time developing their signature house beef blend, carefully mixing chuck, brisket, and filet to create a patty that delivers perfect texture and flavor with every bite.

Guy Fieri’s visit in 2019 catapulted the restaurant into the national spotlight when he featured their legendary That’ll Do Pig Burger on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

Guy was so impressed, he joked they should rename the restaurant “The Pig and the Cow” in its honor, giving Delaware burger lovers serious bragging rights.

Locals quickly discovered the genius of the customization options, with every burger offering a choice of five different proteins to suit various dietary preferences and cravings.

Food Highlights

• Rodeo King: This crowd-pleaser combines your choice of patty with chipotle BBQ, onion straws, bacon, lettuce, and cheddar cheese served on a pain au lait bun.

• That’ll Do Pig: The signature burger featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, topped with bacon jam, thick-cut bacon, bacon mayo, smoked gruyere, tater tots, and cart sauce, creates an over-the-top pork lover’s dream.

• Bleu Steel: A bold choice featuring blue cheese toppings that create a sharp, tangy contrast against the rich beef patty.

• Badger Badger Mushroom Mushroom: A mushroom lover’s paradise loaded with sautéed mushrooms, duxelles, sautéed onion, black trumpet mushroom aioli, lettuce, and Swiss cheese.

• Training Wheel: The beautifully simple classic burger with protein, cheese, tomato, and onion that lets the quality of the beef blend shine through, with the turkey option being consistently juicy and flavorful.

• Salmon Burger: A substantial fresh salmon patty with unique hemp pesto that proves this restaurant excels beyond traditional beef burgers with creative seafood options.

• That’s What Brie Said: A sophisticated favorite featuring bourbon apples, prosciutto, brie, and balsamic reduction atop a perfectly medium-rare patty that delivers sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite.

Atmosphere

Step into Farmer & the Cow and you’ll find a rustic, cozy space where the impressive whiskey wall immediately catches your eye. 🥃

The upbeat and welcoming vibe creates that perfect mix of local charm and elevated comfort food, making it equally suitable for casual weekday lunches and special occasions.

The full-service bar with 12 rotating craft beer taps and over 1,200 whiskeys creates a destination atmosphere where bourbon enthusiasts can explore for hours.

Their recent move to a larger location at 801 N Market Street has given the restaurant even more room to grow while maintaining the warm, laid-back feel that makes regulars feel at home.

Bottom Line

Handcrafted burgers made from a proprietary blend of chuck, brisket, and filet are tested extensively for perfection.

Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri’s seal of approval for their legendary That’ll Do Pig burger.

Five protein options, including house beef, turkey, salmon, chicken, and veggie, let you customize virtually any burger. 🔥

Fresh-pressed juices and house-made mixers show commitment to quality in every aspect of the dining experience.

Address:

801 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801

📞 (302) 405-7907

🕔 Open Tue-Sat, 12 PM–9 PM (closed Sun-Mon)