The 10 Best Burgers in Washington, D.C., Ranked by the Community
The community’s current Washington, D.C. burger ranking, with scores, orders, locations, map links, and community vote counts.
By Jack FaulknerCommunity #1: FishScale, rated 8.6/10.
Washington’s burger options run from historic counters and neighborhood beer gardens to modern fast-casual shops and polished dining rooms. Community scores determine the order, with vote counts breaking ties between equal scores.
Top 10 burgers in Washington, D.C.
FishScale
1 community rating
637 Florida Avenue NorthwestSwizzler
1 community rating
1259 First St SESwizzler Crispy Chicken + Smash Burgers
1 community rating
1259 1st St SEGarden District
1 community rating
1801 14th St NWGatsby
1 community rating
1205 Half St SEHipCityVeg
1 community rating
1300 Connecticut Ave NWPLNT Burger
1 community rating
101 H St SEUnconventional Diner
1 community rating
1207 9th Street NorthwestCracked Eggery
1 community rating
3420 Connecticut Avenue NorthwestThe Capital Burger
1 community rating
1005 7th St NWQuestions about this ranking
What is the highest-rated burger restaurant in Washington, D.C.?
FishScale is currently first with a community score of 8.6 out of 10. Rankings update when visitors add or change their ratings.
How are the best burgers in Washington, D.C. ranked?
The displayed score is the raw community average. The order also uses a confidence adjustment so one rating cannot overpower a larger body of strong reviews. Each person contributes one current rating per restaurant.
Are major fast-food chains included?
No. The ranking product focuses on independent and local restaurants and filters major corporate fast-food chains.
How can I report a closed or moved restaurant?
Open the restaurant on the live map and use the reporting option. Address and closure corrections are reviewed before they replace the current listing.
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