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Eat here. I cursed Obama for months for making the lines so long, but I couldn't really blame him. This is a delicious, enormous burger. I tend to order my old standby: the new jack zing, a blackened patty with pepper jack cheese, grilled onions, jalapenos, and other amazing accouterments. If they have the macaroni and cheese, you must get some. Do it for me.
I admit disappointment with the fried mashed potato balls (how good does that sound?), but I am willing to forgive them, because they have diet creme soda that makes my life noticeably better.
Walk from Rosslyn or Courthouse metro, and be prepared to wait for a table, but don't fret, there are Turkish movie posters on the walls for you to scrutinize as you glare at the people already enjoying their amazing food.
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Because my previous review was pulled for going too personal, I'll only say the following:
1) They make you feel like a moron for not knowing they don't take credit cards.
2) Because they make you stand by some little trash/condiment island waiting for the food to be brought to you.
3) Because you have to pack it yourself if you're doing carry-out.
4) Attitude, attitude, attitude.
I'll keep going to Fosters or making my own till they get their act together.
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Hella overrated. Just cause obama ate here does not make it great. Giant slaps of somewhat flavorless beef in a a strip mall. I mean, it isn't bad, it is just that any half way decent human being with supermarket ground beef and access to a grill can make a better burger.
Good mac and cheese though.
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Ray's Hell Burger falls somewhere between the deliciously greasy and nearly guaranteed heart attack at 5 Guys, and the equally tasty "healthy eats" at Elevation Burger. By the way Elevation, you're selling a "healthy" 10-patty Vertigo burger? Really?
Anyway...once you've properly handcuffed, drugged, and securely locked any of your diet plans in your trunk, you're ready for Ray's. Although I loathed saying - "May I have the Big Punisher, please." I did quite enjoy it. (Diablo-grilled and brushed with their spicy chipotle marinade, pepper jack cheese, charred jalapenos, grilled red onions, piranha green sauce)
***I also split a large fry with a friend, but these things weren't anything to write home about. In fact, it almost seemed like Ray and his help hated having to serve them at all. Shame, given the care they seem to put into their burgers.
Me? I'm wacky, I have my quirks. Yep, I actually like my burger to have flavor. I know, I know, I'm a different breed of cat, I'll admit it
Man, I can BBQ a burger at home 10 times better then the dreck they served me.
Huge Slab of Flavorless Beef (which was my stage name as a male stripper. For some reason I couldn't get a gig) Was annoyed at the restaurant, at myself for coming here, at all the positive reviews, let's all say it together: "OV-VER-RATED"
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This is the best burger that I have tasted from the west to the east coast! It is a 10 ounce burger so you will be stuffed if you eat the whole thing especially after all the additions to the burger! The business has recently expanded from the closet-size space to a larger venue (formerly their Steak house). In addition, they have added french fries to the menu.
Even though I usually stick to a fairly regular burger (Medium patty, cheese, mushrooms, bacon, and heck sauce), I've recently tried the bone marrow on a blackened burger (via my friend's order). It was also delicious! It makes the burger more expensive but the flavor is amazing! I think Obama was right on this place =) I always take my out of town guests from the west coast to Ray's!
Ray's is fantastic!!!! I've been twice and loved it both times. The meat is so fresh and cooked PERFECTLY and you can get brie on a burger - seriously does it get better??? The toppings options are endless, the meat fresh and delicious, and even the sides (if you have room) are pretty stinking good!
The line can be a bit much if you hit a busy time (one other time I tried to go the line was almost out the door and we bagged it), but they move pretty quickly and if you can get there when it's not peak time then it just makes your life easier. Also, don't forget - cash only. They have a "fee free" ATM there, but better to come prepared.
For those who like to compare it to 5 Guys - they're totally different. This place makes 5 Guys look like a delicate meal. Easily the best burger place in the area - I recommend it to friends from out of town all the time.
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I came here a few weeks after trying Ray's the Steak's for the first time, in search of the best burger in (or in this case near) DC. After my positive steak experience, I came expecting quality meat, and I was not disappointed! The beef was moist and flavorful. It would have been great on its own, but I couldn't resist all of the fantastic toppings!
There are lots of free toppings, including mushrooms and grilled onions. I also added gruyere cheese (one of many outstanding and out-of-the ordinary options) and bacon. There are also multiple burger styles- I got the diablo, which was deliciously flavorful without being extremely spicy. The only complaint I have is that the bun fell apart quickly and I unashamedly finished it off with knife and fork. I didn't mind, but for some that may be a deal breaker.
No fries found here, but they do have some sides available. The burger is definitely the main event, and filling enough to forego fries even if they were offered. I split a side of mac and cheese anyway just to try it. I found it soupier than expected, and realized that I'm a Kraft mac n cheese girl anyway. I've heard other's rave about it though, so I'm probably not qualified to speak on the merits of homemade cheesy noodles.
This place came highly recommended and I'd say it definitely lives up to the hype.
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Hands down the best place in Arlington for a burger. This place is as close to gourmet as a burger joint can get without becoming pretentious.
Two locations a few doors down from each other. One is more of a take-out location and the other a sit down restaurant. *Update* Looks like they may be closing the "take out" location. Anyone know what's up?
No fries with these burgers. Just chips and a pickle.
Not just great food but a great value coming in around $7-8 for a giant burger.
I recommend the "B.I.G. Poppa" burger with a black peppercorn crust, aged blue cheese, cognac and sherry sauteed mushrooms, and grilled onions.
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Was told by quite a few people that I had to go here, that it would be the best burger I had ever tried. So, I went and...eeehhhh....
Was good, don't get me wrong, but not worth all the fuss. I am not saying don't go there, it is definitely worth the visit. There burgers are huge, the toppings plentiful, and the spice rub is excellent. However, I don't understand the hype. Sure, it was a great burger, but not the best ever. Perhaps the expectations that everyone built up let me down a tad.
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I was dragged here by a friend, convinced that it could never measure up to Good Stuff Eatery and determined not to fall for the Post-Obama hype.
But to my surprise, the burger here destroyed GSE's.
Also, Ray's Hell Burger has moved a few doors down to a larger place (formally Ray's the Steaks). All the tables were full (9 on a Friday night) but the line was not ridiculous like this past summer.
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I love that I can order my burger how I like my steak to be cooked ... bloody rare! The burger is HUGE and oh-so-delicious! The meat is full of flavor and juicy. I like how you can choose whatever toppings you want. One day, I'll have to splurge to add foie gras and bone marrow to my burger. Mmmm. I've gotten the mac and cheese side, which was also delicious. Kinda wish they also had fries, but am okay without them since they have some pretty tasty sides. Oh, the Piranha sauce. AWESOME!
It's usually pretty packed in there. At least now with them taking over the space where Ray's the Steaks used to be, it's not as chaotic. But, you have to order first before getting a seat. So if you're in a big group, expect to be split up, lest you keep waiting to eat your burger.
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I think I used to be a little burger biased...yes, In-N-Out is still my favorite burger place (and you can take the girl out of California, but you can't take California out of the girl!).
But.
Ray's has that certain je ne sais quoi about it that makes me crave it far too often. Huge burgers, amazing flavor, great price. Sometimes you need a step up from Five Guys, and this is definitely it.
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There's nothing I can add. Ray's Hell Burger is a beautiful beautiful thing.
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This place is so good it makes me crave a burger immediately after I just loaded myself up with a gut bomb.
Definitely trumps Good Stuff Eatery, Five Guys, and all those other hacks.
Eat there now!
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An offshoot of Ray's the Steaks and located on Wilson Blvd in Arlington, Hell Burger is amazingly absent from the internet if you don't count reviews. I actually didn't know anything about it going in, which can make for a pretty significant scramble if you've only got 20 minutes to order, eat and get the hell out. What follows is my Hell Burger cheat sheet; I enjoyed my meal and will be going back.
* Take a few minutes to digest the menu. It's fairly simple but I ordered based on suggestion because of the time crunch. I ended up with a burger that had a Post-It pad size slice of blue cheese and while I like the stuff, it was all I could taste. I'm convinced there are better combinations (I saw foie gras) that I just skimmed over. Note they ONLY sell burgers; no chicken sammiches here.
* 10oz really isn't all that much when it's high quality beef. You look at the thing and you're convinced there's no way you're going to finish but when the meat is super tender, juicy and extremely delicious it's surprisingly easy.
* Only order medium rare if you really like it bloody. My medium was perfect but a couple of the medium rares at our table looked more like rare to me. It will be super juicy no matter what, so eat over your plate.
* Be sure to eat it vertically (thumbs towards you, not down) or your bun will fall apart. A lot of the reviews I've read complained about the bun but if you eat it right, you won't have any problems. I even managed to eat mine without cutting it in half.
* They don't serve fries, which is probably for the better. They do have cheesey tater tots that were pretty good but the best side is by far the mac and cheese. For what it's worth, the mac and cheese is enough to make a non-beef eater want to go back (ask me how I know).
* Don't expect to have a beer while there, as they don't serve alcohol. They do have Dominion Root Beer on tap though, which is decent substitute.
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Best burger I've ever had. I visited in Sept 2009 and got the burger with the foie gras. Wow! It was fabulous! In retrospect, I probably would have gotten ONLY the foie gras, instead of with the mushrooms (some signature burger they had). The mushroom sauce was a bit too tart and overpowering of the beef and foie gras. We went early on a Sunday - like at 4pm. No wait.
Ray's burgers really are spectacular.
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Ray's Hell Burger serves the best burger I have ever had in my life! I consider myself a burger lover and nothing else I have had comes close.
I used to live only a few blocks from this strip-mall gem and I would frequent the old unmarked storefront regularly. I know they have now moved into the old Ray's The Steaks space, but I have no doubt that the burgers are still huge and juicy with top-quality ingredients and creative toppings. The $10 deal was exactly what the doctor ordered on the nights I visited: it included a relatively basic burger, side and a drink (I recommend you go for the root beer!).
The place was always crowded in the evenings, and that only got worse once Joe and Barry took their little trip there, but it was always worth the wait. Whenever I am in DC or Arlington I will always make a trip to one of my favorite memories of my time there.
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3.5 stars.
Honesty: I love fast food burgers--McDonald's and Burger King to be exact. I actually find 5 Guys and other places to have "too much meat." So yeah, i am not the sophisticated meatitarian like many of the other reviewers, so adjust my 3.5 stars accordingly.
I know nothing about meat--it tastes good. That's about it. Ray's was a good burger, however, I like my meat well seasoned. As we all know, Ray's is about appreciating the meat for what it is, so I honestly can't say it's their fault I wasn't impressed, it was strictly just a preference issue. I mean, I would totally go there again if someone suggested it, and if a friend asked me about a place to get a good burger, i'd definitely rx it....but it just wasn't my steaz.
Nice watermelon slice though--unexpected and refreshing.
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I think that the quality of a burger should be judged in accordance with the ambiance of the place that makes it - so in this case, the burger would've been tastier with about 50 fewer people in the narrow restaurant. Especially all those dudes in brown flip-flops.
There are stupid rules about how you order, get seats, etc. It's filled to an almost unsafe capacity, and it's noisy as all get out. You feel rushed and there are no french fries, but the mac & cheese and cole slaw sides were tasty. The burgers are that whole "fancy in spite of themselves" thing - like with fancy cheese, sauteed mushrooms and foie gras. I don't think any of the hamburger's purported inventors would've ever wanted it to be ordered "au poivre". I think there is a time and a place for fanciness and "all American cuisine" and this type of eating environment is not it. Finally, I don't know why people find their root beer on tap so fancy - it tastes like A&W root beer, which is tasty, but by no means fancy. Cloyingly sweet with only a minor root beer bite.
Overall, I found that their "recommended" doneness for the burger was too done, but overall the burgers were tasty. I would never, EVER go on a Friday night again.
I think the burgers at Hamilton Tavern in Baltimore, MD are 1000% better.
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HUGE fan. I usually fast for a day before I eat at Hellburger -- because I"m a small person and it's a 10oz HUGE burger. I get mine with blue cheese and at first thought, my mouth starts to salivate. Then first bite I find how ravenous I am and realize how awesomely delicious my meal is going to be. I don't think I have time to talk between bites.
Definitely plan on getting root beer on draft and the fact that they dont serve french fries shouldnt rub you the wrong way. Ray's knows how to do a good burger. Totally delicious.
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What can I say... just look at the stars!
Ok, so I got here at about 2:30 on Sunday afternoon and it was slightly busy. I didn't know this place was cash only so we got out of the line to get some cash out of their no fee ATM. I commend them for having a no fee ATM on premises. With the various combination that can take the 6.95 burger to upwards of 17 dollars I stuck to something slightly more than a regular cheeseburger.
My fiance and I both got our grilled burgers cooked to their recommended "bloody" doneness. Topped with american cheese and mine with raw onion and their Paranah sauce, which seemed like a combination of cilantro, green chilies, roasted garlic, sour cream and some basic seasonings... the cheeseburgers were delicious! Even besides the fact that enough blood had poured out to make it a burger with blood au jous and the watermelon on the plate was covered in red. It was surprise biting into the watermelon since well... red on red isn't all that visible ;)
Well back to the burgers... apparently their 10 oz. patties are aged and that creates an awesome, fresh flavor. The meat was definitely fresh as you could not taste the blood or the flavor old meat has. All in all the burgers were huge and the quality was top notch. I recommend you get the paranah sauce, as it comes on the side, and try various combos, after all you cant go wrong when you work with good meat and bread.
Go now... (i cant believe I waited so long!)
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Disclaimer: I rarely eat burgers, and for many years I did not eat beef at all.
However, this is easily one of the better burgers I've had. I finally came here on a friend's suggestion -- this place is a temple to him, and he comes to pray (i.e. eat) here on his high holy days. He ordered a burger with all sorts of things on it, I ordered mine just grilled medium with guacamole, which came on the side. I figured if the burger is as good as everyone says it is, it don't need no window dressing!
He was ecstatic about his burger, I was very pleased with mine. This is definitely not the place to come for atmosphere, but if you want a very good burger with lots of topping options (or just a very good burger), then this is definitely the place for you.
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The burgers here are great! but you probably already knew that, didn't you?
My one piece of advice when eating at Ray's is to get a classic burger, and that's it. Seems simple right? The sides are ok, but nothing special. Better to focus on the reason you're there, the beef. Also, there are a wide variety of toppings, but trust me the simpler the better. I would suggest the Mack (lettuce, tomato, pickle, and onion) it's a classic and tough to beat in my opinion. Or you can build your own, but limit it to just a few toppings. With all the options: foie gras, sauteed mushrooms, blue cheese (which I thought was especially overpowering), it's easy to lose the simple taste of the amazing burgers if you over accessorize.
Also, its cash only.
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I went at 11am for lunch. Lucky that we got there so early because the line was almost out the door already at that point. I am sure they use quality beef, they are huge. Still... doesn't beat a double double. And at In-N-Out, you don't need the added toppings, just lettuce, tomato, onion, animal style. (Not to mention that In-N-out still only charges like $3 and has the best beef in the country - read fast food nation)
And you wait in the long ass line, and you don't find out til you get there that they don't take any cards! I had to scrounge for cash when I was taking my team out for a team lunch! NOT a situation that I want to be in.
I miss LA at times like that, I really miss In-N-Out.
From the very first bite, I was in love. Every morsel makes me think "damn, it's good to be f*cking alive." So its crowded, and you may have to wait a while...big deal. Don't go to Ray's expecting to find the Shangri-La of burger joints, it doesn't claim to be the best and they stick to what they're good at...putting out quality burgers.
I think that at least 25% of all customers who walk into Ray's for the first time arrive thinking "Yeah, OK, let me see how this measures up to so-and-so." It's not In-N-Out, it's not Five Guys, it's not some $100 kobe burger, it's just meat on a bun with a whole lot of goodness that blows away any other burger in Arlington and quite possible the entire DC area .
Don't think too much or too hard, just grab the burger with both hands, open your mouth, insert the burger, chew, and ENJOY.
I cannot describe in mere words the awesomeness of a "Big Punisher" at 10:45 AM on a Sunday after a wicked Saturday night. That first bite, no matter how long you've waited (which, in at least ten visits, has never been more than 15 minutes), will melt away all your anger and misanthropy for that split second. I am convinced that unless someone's been rooming in a cave with Osama, there really isn't any valid reason not to like this place (unless of course you don't eat meat...but whatever, one man's God is another man's deliciousness on a bun)!
I'll put up with sh*tty parking, popped collar choads, a long wait, or whatever for Ray's. Oh HELL YES!
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Why do I like Ray's?
I like Ray's cause it's a down and dirty, no frills, burger joint.
I like Ray's cause I like to say "Au poivre".... as in, I want my burger "au poivre" please. I mean, how many burger joints can you say that?
I like Ray's cause the serve up a gigantic, bloody, messy, I-want-to- rock-your-belly burger. Seriously. On the nights I go here with my son, we split a burger and it's still more than enough. On the nights I go alone.... I'm lucky if I don't pass out from all that bloody gorgeous meat I consumed.
And, to top it all off, cook time for a medium burger is like, less than 5 minutes. I usually wait 2-3 times that long for a burger at other comparable joints.
The things I DON't like about Ray's? Two things:
One: Ordering line is a little disorganized. Manageable, but I think it could be set up better
Two: Mac and Cheese..... wasn't crazed about it like some others. Way rich. Call me lowbrow, but I still think Kraft does it best.
Basically, if you want glitz and glamor and a show, take your cash to a Fuddruckers or Good Stuff and get your burger on at those joints. If you want your burger in the purest, juiciest, tastiest form, a burger you can, for kicks, order "au poivre"... then get your gear in rear and get on down to Ray's. You won't be disappointed.
Hey- did I mention you can order a burger at Ray's "au poivre"? LOL.... I love how my mouth feels when i say that. ;-P
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Yes - awesome hamburger.
A burger is a simplistic food, so you automatically think it can't be that good, but this hell burger was really something special.
The part I loved most about this burger was getting it "Au Poivre" which is a black peppercorn crust on the burger. It injects a flavor and texture to the ground beef that makes this burger five-star worthy in my mind.
Hell Burger offers you lots of ways to fancy up your burger, so if Au Poivre isn't for you, you can still get it regular, etc, etc.
A tip when you get there - ORDER FIRST, then grab a table. The line moves fairly quickly. It's a small hole in the wall type of place, and you're only getting a hamburger, so why get all bent out of shape over waiting and the cramped quarters. enjoy.
Who goes to Hell Burger?
The "it" crowd, the people who are hungover from the night before, and the folks who just want to eat good hamburgers
Who avoids Hell Burger?
People who get turned off by crowds, and who like to hate on the hype.
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I have been to Ray's the Steaks many times and never made it to Hell Burger until tonight. I don't normally like burgers but after having a humongous and juicy patty, I am ready to go back there again! I had the au poivre with sauteed mashrooms along with a special spicy sauce. The price was excellent. The burgers at Hell Burger really put those burgers at Five Guys and Z Burger into shame!
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I admit it. I went way overboard. I did Ray's up in entirely the wrong way. Don't get me wrong, I still ate most of the burger and it was damn delicious, but it could've been so much better.
Mistake #1 - I was enticed by the list of free toppings and probably ordered most of the list. Mushrooms, onions, pickles, even the roasted garlic (on top of the tomatoes, lettuce, condiments, etc.) And it was all just too much. Need to keep it simple, simple, simple here. The burger will be way easier to eat, and you'll be able to taste the meat more.
Mistake #2 - I ordered the burger Diablo style and I added Ray's Hell Sauce. Now I like my food spicy. But this was really too much. Again, I really wish I could've tasted the meat more.
Mistake #3 - I really regret not ordering the Dogcatcher (basic burger with bone marrow, persillade, lettuce, and tomato). Where else could I have gotten that burger?? Sigh. Next time I am in Arlington.... though I don't know when that will be.
But it was still delicious. And you should go, and learn from my mistakes.
The burgers are divine... sometimes the biggest problem can be trying to put too much of the quality toppings, cheeses and sauces on top. I've found it's best to keep it simple. Don't miss the root beer from the tap!
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Ok, I agree. It's awesome. For what they do they know how to do it up right.
Now, I gotta tell ya ... I still love Louis Lunch in CT ... and I am quite a Five Guys fan ... and even Cheeburger is a good joint ... but the key question is if someone was over in Arlington and said "know any good joints" I'd say ..
"Don't be an idiot. Go to Rays"
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Ok, I had been waiting for months to try this place, and not just because BO and JB stopped in. I mean, it was good. They have some very adventurous toppings for the burgers and it's something that you just don't see every day. I certainly appreciate the ingenuity.
I went on a lunch hour on Friday which was a mob scene, to be expected but the service was good and they kept the line moving. Ordered the "Let's Get It On" with admittedly the not too adventurous cheddar and bacon, and it tasted good. Not otherworldly, but a very good tasting burger and served on a fresh bun that did more than just take up space.
Ray's loses points on two fronts: First, the burger was just unmanagble, even by huge burger standards. The thing just fell apart on me, and even though the juices from my medium-rare burger were great, it was just not going to hold up for the 10 minutes it took me to eat it. Secondly, and less important, is the fact that Ray's doesn't serve fries. Don't get me wrong, the other sides looked great and the watermelon slice is a nice change of pace, but at least it would have been nice to have the option.
One thing I did like was the decor... Namely the fact that there was one. This is the kind of joint where it is decorated with a lack of decoration. Kitschy in its own right, the owners not it right on this one...
Don't worry, the burgers are still juicy and amazing. I enjoyed the Fat Joe (foie gras, white truffle oil, crispy shallots), with its earthy, rich flavors and textures, but do not feel the need to order it again. Also, the macaroni and cheese now has a much thicker, gooier consistency. But, what happened to the organic ketchup? I loved Grandma.
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4.5 stars.
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Classic grilled burger (medium rare) was very tasty, but they got my order wrong (raw onions instead of grilled onions). I wish the bun was a little more substantial too, as the burger fell apart during the meal because of the juice from the meat. Service was very quick. Draft root beer is nice.
I was confused since the last time I had went, the storefront was down at the other end of the plaza with no sign. Seems like they moved into the old Rays the Steaks digs. Think they'll be changing the sign out front?
Anyways, 2nd time i have been here. Three words. Diablo Style. Bacon. Muenster Cheese.
Yes please, amazing.
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There is not much I can add to everyone else's reviews, except to say that this is by far the best hamburger I've ever had in my life.
Top 10 burger place I have been to - and I say I've been to quite a few.
Juicy, tasty topping, really well cooked. Draft root beer. It was interesting getting watermelon instead of French Fries - but I liked it.
Again, like all good burgers, it costs a tad bit more than the normal burger, but if you are in Arlington - it is well worth a visit.
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I have been to Hell Burger multiple times. It's in the neighborhood and it's amazing! Now, before you go here, realize this - this is not your typical fast food place burger, nor should you expect it to be. I've been to In-N-Out in California, and while it's good, it's proper comparison should be to McDonalds or Wendys or the like. And whoever said that they can get a double-double for $3 clearly hasn't been to In-N-Out in a while (was just at In-N-Out about 3 weekends ago). You're getting a GOURMET burger at neighborhood prices.
Hell Burger uses high quality steaks that are hand ground. If you've ever eaten at Ray's the Steaks, you have an idea of the quality of beef you're getting. Next, it is a BURGER place. You don't need sides, because this is 10 oz. of filling meat. I have yet to finish my burger, but I've learned to cut it in half before eating, and have a round 2 for lunch the next day. Those who complain they want fries - go somewhere else. Burgers don't always come with fries, nor should they. Fries are something to get because the burger doesn't fill you up. You don't have that problem here at Hell Burger!
Now, let's talk about the messiness of this burger. The first time I had it, the bun was crumbling apart in my hands within 10 minutes. It was slightly annoying at first, and then I realized - this is not some McDonald's burger. Michael Landrum has described these burgers as being "dirty" and he's absolutely right. These burgers are MEANT to be messy because you're going to get it all over your fingers and the bun, and it's huge and you sometimes can't fit your mouth around it. That's what it is. The sooner you accept that, the better.
This burger is not for everyone, and I get that. There will be people who don't like it. But you have to recognize that what you're getting here is not fast food and it's not the usual burger place. This isn't Five Guys, and it's not In-N-Out. Hell Burger is it's own category. Between the size of the burger, the choices for eating, and the messiness, you have to understand that this is something completely different.
As for the rules - if you don't like them, don't come here. The rules are meant to move things along and make for an enjoyable experience for everyone. This is a neighborhood place that is meant for you to come in, get your food, take a seat (much like a diner), enjoy your food, and then continue on your way. Saving seats at the tables is a no-no simply because there are people ahead of you who actually have food in their hands. Let them sit while eating. They'll leave when done, and you can have those seats. And the ambiance is exactly as it should be. The place isn't about sitting and wondering at the decorations. You sit, you eat, you chat with the people at your table. The focus is the quality of the food. If you can't focus on the food and savor it, do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.
Cash only actually keeps costs down for you because there are no processing fees for running credit cards, and the place doesn't have to deal with the hassle of dealing with banks and credit card companies. Also means they don't have to pay for a dedicated line to attach to the credit card machine. In return, they've provided a no-fee ATM. Why are you complaining?
I get that people have their favorite burger places. However, not all burger places are the same, and they shouldn't be compared against each other using the exact same criteria. Plus, as we all know, these reviews are rather subjective. However, if you're going to complain about a place, know what you're complaining about. I mean, if you have the time to write a review on Yelp, then I'm going to be surprised that you didn't bother to go on Yelp to check the place out beforehand and read that it doesn't take plastic.
I give Hell Burger high marks because the burgers are quality and I get what they're doing. I love it and would highly recommend it. If you're low on funds, it's an ideal place to indulge yourself as you can do it for less than $10 if you want. It's a neighborhood place that's not pretentious. If you're looking for a non-pretentious, high-quality burger that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, come to Ray's Hell Burger.
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If you love big juicy burgers with as much condiments you want for free, this is the place for you! You really get to personally design your burger to your liking. You get to pick what type of burger you want (grilled, peppercorn encrusted...), cheeses, and toppings (ranging from grilled mushrooms to pickles). It really becomes YOUR burger with all the personal additions.
Ray's Hell Burger recently moved over to a location that is right next door to its old location. The new location is much bigger and more spacious which is very nice. The old location was always extremely packed and you practically had to fight to get a good table. The new location is much better and there are even tables to sit outside.
Overall this place serves legit burgers. The actual burger is a big juicy slab of meat spiced and grilled to perfection. The burger gets so big with the addition of the free condiments that it becomes an adventure to eat the burger without everything falling out. I can say with experience that even though it is a little bit messy and difficult to eat it, this burger adventure is definitely worth it!
Interesting Note - Ray's Hell Burger does not have french fries on its menu. Perhaps they want all the focus on their yummy burger. But the burger does come with a fruit. I got watermelon the last time I went.
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Arlington, VA
Category: Steakhouses
Arlington, VA
Category: Burgers
Arlington, VA
Category: Burgers
Washington, DC
Category: Burgers
Arlington, VA
Category: Mexican
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