Specialty Burgers in Northern Virginia

Die-hard burger fans have plenty to look out for in Northern Virginia. From built-to-order to original recipes, foodies can treat their gastronomical senses to awesome juicy and succulent burgers at many of these lesser known and chain burger joints.

Ray's Hell Burger

Located near the intersection of Wilson Blvd. and N. Quinn St. in Arlington, Ray's Hell Burger is an unassuming take-out burger joint that enthralls locals with an array of original burgers.

Menu offerings include the unconventional B.I.G. Poppa, an au poivre burger (meat with crushed peppercorns) with bleu cheese, cognac and sherry sautéed mushrooms and grilled onions for $8.99. For a price of $11.99, indulge in the Venison burger with sour cherry-brandy glaze, roasted chestnut puree and beet tuiles.

For an out-of-the-world experience, create your own 1/3-pounder with delectable toppings like apple wood-smoked bacon, butter fried egg, guacamole and roasted bone marrow with persillade (a mixture of chopped parsley and garlic).

Sides are simple- generous servings of homemade cole slaw, fat fries and skin on fries, among others.

Ray's Hell Burger
1713 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 841-0001

Hours: Mon 5-10 p.m., Tue-Sun noon-10 p.m.
No website.
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Big Buns

Big Buns is a gourmet grill that prefers keeping things simple for its guests.Ordering is straightforward and the possibilities to customize are endless.

Choose from seasoned and grilled Angus burger, chicken, mahi mahi or portabella mushroom. Proceed to endless toppings that include several cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions and pineapple, black bean and mango salsa, fried eggs and avocado slices. Add your favorite sauce. Complete your order with sides, shakes and malts.

Although traditional burgers in a bun are available, Big Buns also offers the option to enjoy a burger salad in a bowl, served on a bed of fresh green mixes.

Big Buns Gourmet Grill

4401 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 276-3032 ‎

Hours: 11:00a.m. - 9:00p.m.
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Elevation Burger

Elevation is a casual burger joint with locations in several states in the United States. In Virginia, the joint operates in two locations - Falls Church and Arlington, with new joints coming up in Alexandria and in the D.C. metro area.

Elevation is not just any other burger joint. The burgers are made with "100% USDA- certified organic, grass-fed, free range and ground-on premises beef." At Elevation, you have the option to cut your calories by stacking a veggie and a beef patty together. From heart-healthy fries cooked with olive oil to cookies fresh baked on premises with organic eggs and butter, Elevation Burger is one of the most sought-after burger joints in Northern Virginia.

Elevation Burger

Lee & Harrison Shopping Center
2447 N Harrison St.
Arlington, VA
(703) 300-9467

Hours: Mon-Sat: 11a.m.- 9p.m.; Sun: 11a.m.-5p.m.

Washington Market
442 S. Washington St.
Falls Church, VA
(703) 237-4343

Hours: Mon-Sun: 11am-9pm
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