Best burgers in Washington, D.C. · Updated September 4, 2026

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.

Community #1: FishScale, rated 8.6/10.

Rated by the community.

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.

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Top 10 burgers in Washington, D.C.

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FishScale

1 community rating

637 Florida Avenue Northwest
03

Swizzler Crispy Chicken + Smash Burgers

1 community rating

1259 1st St SE
06

HipCityVeg

1 community rating

1300 Connecticut Ave NW
08

Unconventional Diner

1 community rating

1207 9th Street Northwest
09

Cracked Eggery

1 community rating

3420 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
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Questions 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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