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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in The Infatuation. Updated September 2026.
Duke's Grocery · Dupont Circle
The Proper Burger anchors the menu at Duke's Grocery in Dupont Circle. Duke's Counter is a sibling in Woodley Park.
Lucky Buns · Adams Morgan
Lucky Buns serves burgers with globally inflected flavors in Adams Morgan and at Union Market.
Hill East Burger · Capitol Hill
A thin, crispy-edged smashburger on Capitol Hill; the Lancaster piles on bacon, smoked cheddar, arugula, and pickled onions on a soft bun. A homemade hot sauce is on hand for anyone who wants more heat.