43 Best Burger Restaurants in Washington

“This location is always polite, consistent, and delish!! I sat outside on the patio during my lunch break and within minutes a double cheeseburger was delivered to me. The burgers are not overly rich or heavy. I don't feel like I need a nap after I eat one either which is huge!“

“I went with a friend to The Capital Burger on Newbury last week. The space was clean and comfortable, our server was really friendly, and the food came out fast. Great experience—I’d come back without a second thought.“

“All I can say is the only thing better than the outstanding food is the incredible customer service. The next time we are on DC, I will go out if my way to visit one of the locations.“

“The ghost burger and crinkle fries are phenomenal! Highly recommend.“

“My son and I were visiting DC and always looking for a good burger. The burgers were outstanding. One of the best I have ever had.“

“Love having an affordable burger joint in the neighborhood with a gluten free option, and THANK YOU for not upcharging for dietary restrictions ♥️

The gluten free bun is decent, but a bit dry. Not amazing but I will take what I can get, and I'd rather have that than an upcharge!

Fries and ube ice cream are a nice addition as well, but those get very expensive quickly!“

“EASILY one of THE BEST burgers I’ve ever had! And I LOOOOVE burgers! It’s seasoned to perfection! The hun is soft and buttery with a light toast to it! And It digest so well! Quality is A+++++++++++ Never had bad service! I love it here!! 😃🤤“

“Gotta tell you about Nick's pizza...it should be a DC institution. The pizza was near perfect 👌🏾, chef's kiss. The crust was fresh and deliciously complemented the also fresh ingredients...we will go back. If you want the best pizza, it's Nick's Pizza DC!“

“Stopped here for lunch expecting fast food style burgers. The service was fast, the burgers were so much better, really good quality, very filling and great value.\nMy husband also had the chilli cheese fries and we couldn't believe how big the portion was given they cost under $7.“

“About a mile from the convention center walking, didn’t realize it was inside the WF. There’s seating available going up a few stairs after ordering/picking up. Ordered a cheeseburger and sweet potato fries - they were good but I may have over done it today. I got crazy and got BBQ sauce, tasty with a tad of spice. I enjoyed my meal and service was friendly. I’d maybe come back but not a fan of it being inside of WF.“

“My family and I wandered in after seeing a recommendation online. Hill East Burger did not disappoint! The atmosphere was fun and the food was delicious. The staff was also very friendly to our obvious party of non-regulars😊.“

“Surprisingly good vegan food! They have a set menu, but it seems like they frequently run out of things that are on it, so it's not incredibly reliable. Portions also run a lot smaller than I expected. At first, I was put off by this, but after actually eating, I found I was much more satisfied than I was expecting, so only a watchout there. Worth a try!“

“Excellent experience, excellent food, and excellent service! Thanks Lenny!“

“Great food and service. Family enjoyed very much. We will come again.“

“Enjoyed coming here with my family. The young woman at the counter was so friendly. I told her I was hard of hearing and she was so patient with me. The young woman's name is Unique. She really cares. The food was good but the customer service was excellent. This was our first time in the DC area. We will definitely come back here on out next trip here.“

“Wow....I was hungry waiting for someone to arrive at Union Station and decided to try Z Burger. Never had one so this was a first for me. The Staff was helpful and patient with my ordering. The selections and options were plentiful for a Fast Food operation...cheese steaks, hot dogs, turkey and plant based burgers. I ordered the double bacon cheeseburger and the half/half Onion Rings and Fries. Boy-o-Boy. I was very pleasantly surprised. This wasn't Fast Food but a gourmet burger you.might get from a fancy restaurant. First, the burger was top quality beef pressed into action right in front of you. Cooked, it had the right amount of texture, grease and taste. Then the melted American Cheese tasted like REAL CHEESE. On top of the routine lettuce and tomato, I added jalapeño peppers and onions which were both generously chunky, tasty and aromatic. The fries and onion rings were hot and crispy, perfectly complimenting the delicious burger.
I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS Z BURGER AND THEY SHOULD EXPECT A REPEAT CUSTOMER.“

“La comida deliciosa, pero los empleados no están bien adiestrados para el servicio al cliente The food is delicious, but the employees are not well trained in customer service.“

“Solid, casual burger spot right on H. Had the Wagyu burger and fries and both were on point. Made to order so everything was fresh and delicious. The Wagyu is a $13 burger but you’re paying for the premium ingredient and the smash burger was cooked perfectly. Hit it up on a week night and it was chill and staff was super nice. Will definitely hit up again when craving a smash burger. This would also definitely work for a delivery order too.“

“My wife, our son, and I really enjoyed dining today at the IHOP on Alabama Avenue (in DC, of course).
We were quite satisfied with the customer-friendliness of our waitress, Tiffany. The quality of her service to us was matched by the quality of our meal - top class!
It was a very refreshing and memorable experience!
We would definitely be returning customers; and heartily recommend IHOP!“

“The food was delicious.“

“IF YOU LIVE WITHIN 500 MILES OF THIS PLACE, STOP WHAT YOU’RE DOING AND GET YOURSELF A CHICKEN CHESAPEAKE SANDWICH IMMEDIATELY! #wow #11+“

“Thanks Bussboys for your hospitality during our group’s visit last Thursday . I traveled with my church choir (Tulane MB Church from Yazoo City, Ms). We dined in for breakfast and the food was AMAZING“

“Best egg dishes in DC! It’s a must-try destination!“

“z burger is so awesome !!!!!“

“This chain store is great.👍🏻“

“A very good burger and fries, this will be even better if you've had a couple of drinks in your system, since the burger is very greasy. I felt so bad for my poor bottom bun that soaked it all in, but the sauce onions and pickles cut through the grease and make it delicious. The fries were crispy and perfectly salty.“

“This is absolutely one of my favorite places to go! The Roost was my go to during the pandemic with tons of outdoor seating. Since it was in my neighborhood we frequented a lot. The staff watched my little one practically grow up there! It became our meeting place and neighborhood watering hole. Quick and efficient and some of the best food and customer service! We’ve moved from the area but always stop by when in town because it feels like home!“

“Yes! I love the concept. I love how it’s a hand made patty and the burger was cooked perfectly. In addition, you have an option to add items to your burger if you do the build your burger option. You can also choose their preselected choices which look really good. I chose to add sautéed onions, bacon, and Italian sausage. I will say although the Italian sausage was good, I wouldn’t add it again; it didn’t hurt the burger overall. You choose your seasoning (I chose basic), sauce (house bbq), lettuce and tomato. I also ordered the seasoned fries (garlic parmesan). I was curious so I asked for the spicy ranch. It was pretty good.“

“The food is amazingly fresh and delicious.“

“We went to the restaurant down at the wharf….. To start, the hostess at the front was on her phone and not really paying any mind to the people walking in the door. Come to find out after that was the floor manager. Then we get sat and none of the workers talk about who is in charge of that section. We did. It get me is or silverware. The very nice bartender comes up, gets us some water and menus gets us started and finally the sever comes over to us. The server took our order and checked on us twice. When the food was brought to the table we still didn’t have silverware and had to ask the food runner. Our server had a a ten top when we arrived and she was checking on her the whole time not paying any mind to the other tables she has. It was to the point I had to go up to someone ask for water refill bc both our glasses were empty. We finish our meals that were very good and no one but the bartenders are on the floor. I see our sever walk over to the restroom, she comes out looks at us and sees that we are sitting doing nothing, then walks over to a new 10 top and disappears. It’s at thing point I now have to walk over to the bartender and get our check and they are the ones that cash us out. Thank you to the bartender that took care of us“

“We had an outstanding experience at the Hard Rock Cafe thanks to our amazing servers, Winnie and Caesar. From the moment we sat down, they were both friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcomed. They anticipated everything we needed, kept our drinks filled, and made great recommendations from the menu.

Their teamwork and upbeat energy really stood out — you could tell they enjoy what they do and take pride in providing excellent service. It made our visit feel special and fun, which is exactly what you want at Hard Rock!

A huge thank-you to Winnie and Caesar for making our meal such a great experience. We’ll definitely be back — and hope to sit in their section again!“

“Bacon double burger: 9/10 The first bite of this burger was full of flavor. I recommend the secret sauce with it. After a car ride home the burger wasn’t much to look at but was great!

About the size of my fist a bit bigger it was a large burger and definitely worth the money for the combo $19 to get the fries and drink included.

4/5 seasoned fries: good but not the star of the show it was crispy and seasoned well.

During lunch I wouldn’t go to this location unless you work in the plaza. Parking was hard to find and $15 for 1 hour if you use the plaza parking.“

“They have McDonnell's curry and a great spice bag! I don't think I can give a better review!“

“Great place; the atmosphere, staff, and food are amazing. 3 levels with something different offered. So much fun. Great cocktails!“

“This restaurant is the one I always prefer. I eat in plenty of restaurants but to this one I go the most. The stuff is very welcoming and the cuisine they cook is so appetizing. I never decline to have a nice meal here. I highly recommend this place.“

“Great food! Great service! Great people!“

“Johnny’s is the neighborhood gem you didn’t know you needed. It’s got dive bar charm with just enough flair to keep things interesting—think cold beers and a killer liquor list. The staff is friendly, the vibes are top-tier, and the bar food hits the spot. Whether you’re posting up for the game or popping in for a late-night drink, Johnny’s nails it. Fun, easy, and exactly the kind of spot you want in your regular rotation.“

“I loved my experience, my friend even got à cake for his bithday and the girl was really gentle!“

“They need more seating. Especially on concert nights at the anthem“

“Best egg dishes in DC! It’s a must-try destination!“

“We went to the Mono (Georgetown) location and our burgers were excellent. The staff was friendly and the space was clean. There was outdoor seating enjoyed by many, but we chose to sit indoors and people-watch in the charming, bustling area on a Sunday afternoon. Great experience as out-of-towners!“

“Best Detroit style pizza I have ever had. Michaela was an incredible server. I recommend location near Howard University in DC!! A must when in town.“