What Makes Our Burgers the Best in the Area? Let’s Dig In.

If you’re searching for the best burgers in DC, Virginia, Maryland, or King of Prussia, Founding Farmers is a top-rated local restaurant known for handcrafted burgers made from scratch. Every burger on our menu is built using high-quality ingredients, house-made buns, and fresh toppings prepared daily in our kitchens. Our burgers are so delicious they made Yelp’s best 100 burger spots in the United States.

If you’re wondering why Founding Farmers burgers are considered some of the best in the DMV and King of Prussia, PA, here’s what sets them apart: 

• Fresh-ground beef: Our meat comes from trusted purveyors we’ve partnered with for years, sourcing primarily pasture-raised, grass-fed beef. We then grind our beef in-house daily to ensure unbeatable freshness and flavor in every bite. 

• Made-from-scratch buns: Our burger buns are baked fresh daily in our bakery. 

• House-made sauces & toppings: From our secret sauce to our pickles and BBQ sauce, it’s all made right here. 

• Toppings with purpose: Each burger is thoughtfully built to balance flavor, texture, and satisfaction.

What Kind of Burgers Can I Get at Founding Farmers? 

Founding Farmers offers one of the most crave-worthy and creative burger menus in the DC Metro area and King of Prussia, PA. Our secret to burger perfection lies in sourcing high-quality beef, grinding it in-house, and hand-shaping our burgers. Here’s a complete list of the burgers currently on our menus: 

The Classics:  

• Cheddar Cheeseburger: A classic done right — melty cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Add avocado or bacon to customize it your way. 
• All American Double Cheeseburger: Two patties topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and our zesty Louie sauce on a fresh bun. 
• Double Smash Cheeseburger: Two thin, crispy-edged patties layered with American cheese, pickles, and onions — classic diner-style greatness. 

Bold & Unique Cheeses 

• Goat Cheese Burger: Creamy goat cheese, balsamic onions, pickles, and lemon aioli— a tangy, elevated twist on the traditional. 
• Blue Cheese Bacon Burger: A bold blend of blue cheese, applewood smoke bacon, and balsamic onions for the perfect sweet-savory bite. 
• BBQ Pimento Cheeseburger: Southern-style with house-made pimento cheese, smoky BBQ sauce, and griddled onion. 

Extra Indulgent 

• “Grilled Cheese” Bacon Burger: A juicy beef patty sandwiched between two grilled cheese sandwiches with crispy bacon, onion, and tomato — cheesy, indulgent, and unforgettable. 
• Mark’s Juicy Lucy Cheeseburger: Stuffed with house-made American cheese on the inside, seared to perfection on the outside — our take on the Midwestern favorite. 
• Pub Bacon Cheeseburger: Smoky, hearty, and topped with pub sauce, crispy bacon, Muenster, pickled peppers, and griddled onions. 
• Avocado Poblano Cheeseburger: Creamy avocado, pickles, roasted poblano peppers, our zesty Louie sauce, and melty pepper jack cheese for a hint of heat and freshness.

Veggie & Plant-Based Burgers

• Our Best Veggie Cheeseburger: A house-made veggie patty, featuring black beans, prunes, sweet potato, yellow onion, and red beets. Topped with melted cheese, fresh toppings, and scratch-made sauces. Vegetarian-friendly and flavor-forward. 
• Falafel Cheese “Burger”: A crispy house-made falafel patty topped with melty cheese, fresh veggies, and house-made tartar sauce. Vegetarian-friendly and packed with flavor. 

What Comes with a Founding Farmers Burger? 

All our burgers can be paired with classic or elevated sides, such as: 

• French fries 

• Coleslaw 
• Salad

• Chips
• Seasonal crop list sides 

• Think-cut onion rings 

You can also make it a full meal with our desserts made from scratch daily. 

Note: Menu items and side choices may vary slightly depending on location. Please visit our locations page to explore individual menus. 

Where Can I Find Founding Farmers Burgers? 

Looking for “best burgers near me” in DC, Northern Virginia, Montgomery County, or King of Prussia, PA? We’ve got you covered: 

• Founding Farmers DC – Foggy Bottom 

• Founding Farmers Fishers Bakers – Georgetown Waterfront 

• Founding Farmers & Distillers – Chinatown DC 

• MoCo’s Founding Farmers – Potomac, MD 

• Founding Farmers Reston Station – Reston, VA 

• Founding Farmers Tysons – Tysons, VA 

• Founding Farmers Alexandria – Alexandria, VA 

• Founding Farmers King of Prussia – KOP Town Center, PA 

Find your nearest location and reserve a table or order online for pick-up or delivery.