Seattle, WA
For Burgers in Seattle, the local food press points to Loretta's Northwesterner, Red Mill Burgers, and Dick's Drive-In. Picks from Seattle Magazine, updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Seattle Magazine. Updated July 2026.
Loretta's Northwesterner · South Park
Seattle Magazine's Best Burger pick. The double Tavern burger called a better version of a Dick's Deluxe, with pickles, onions and special sauce.
Red Mill Burgers · Phinney Ridge
Seattle Magazine's 2025 Best Burger Joint. The Phinney Ridge original known for thick-cut peppered bacon and Babe's onion rings.
Dick's Drive-In · Capitol Hill
Seattle Magazine's 2024 Best Burger Joint. a Seattle institution since 1954, the Deluxe is the civic quarter-pound reference.
Lil Woody's Capitol Hill
Seattle Magazine's Best Burger feature includes Li'l Woody's for its ever-rotating specials and grass-fed patties.
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