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The 10 Best Burger Joints in Richmond (2026)
Richmond’s burger scene is a mix of long-standing neighborhood counters and newer spots pushing creative takes on a classic. This guide ranks the city’s top burger joints using Google reviews and a Bayesian weighting that balances average rating with review count, so high-quality places with lots of feedback rise to the top. Listings were checked and updated for 2026 to reflect current scores and volumes. Use this roundup as a starting point for where to eat in Richmond—considering both steady favorites and smaller places with excellent customer ratings when planning your next burger outing.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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Fall Line Kitchen & Bar
Fall Line Kitchen & Bar tops our list with a 4.8 Google rating from 3,324 reviews and is categorized as a Restaurant at 500 E Broad St. Because it pairs one of the highest average ratings with the largest review volume in the dataset, its Bayesian-weighted score leads the pack. That combination of strong scores and broad customer feedback is why it earns the number one spot in Richmond for 2026.
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Slay Burgers
Slay Burgers has a 4.8 Google rating from 1,506 reviews and appears under the Hamburger category at 22 W Brookland Park Blvd, placing it in the Brookland Park area with a high weighted score.
1506 reviews
Loves Public Kitchen
Loves Public Kitchen is listed as a Restaurant with a 4.8 rating from 104 Google reviews at 416 E Grace St, reflecting solid customer approval though with a smaller review sample.
104 reviews
Remedy Burger
Remedy Burger shows a 4.8 Google rating across 88 reviews and is categorized as Hamburger at 1509B Belleville St; its high average comes from a relatively small number of reviews.
88 reviews
Eazzy Burger
Eazzy Burger carries a 4.7 Google rating based on 987 reviews, listed as a Restaurant at 3204 W Leigh St, giving it strong presence in the local rankings due to substantial feedback.
987 reviews
Smashed RVA
Smashed RVA is marked as Hamburger with a 4.7 rating from 450 Google reviews at 1600 Brook Rd, combining a solid average score with moderate review volume.
450 reviews
Dots Back Inn
Dots Back Inn appears as American on Google and has a 4.6 rating from 1,742 reviews at 4030 MacArthur Ave, a large review count that helps stabilize its weighted rating.
1742 reviews
GWARbar
GWARbar is listed under the Grill category with a 4.6 Google rating from 1,587 reviews at 217 W Clay St, giving it a substantial feedback base in the Richmond scene.
1587 reviews
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint Richmond
Jack Brown’s Beer & Burger Joint Richmond shows a 4.6 rating from 1,534 Google reviews and is categorized as a Bar at 5810 Grove Ave, contributing a strong review total to its ranking.
1534 reviews
Little Nickel
Little Nickel holds a 4.6 Google rating based on 1,431 reviews and is listed as a Restaurant at 4702 Forest Hill Ave in the Forest Hill area, which helps its weighted score remain competitive.
1431 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How is this list of burger joints built?
This ranking is based on Google reviews and uses a Bayesian-style weighting that balances average rating with review volume so places with many consistent reviews rank higher. The scores were collected and updated for 2026 to reflect current ratings and review counts.
What should I look for when choosing a burger spot in Richmond?
Check recent reviews for consistency, menu options (including dietary needs), hours, and whether the place tends to get busy at certain times. Photos and reviewer comments about service and portion sizes can also help you pick the right spot for your meal.
When is the best time to visit a popular burger joint to avoid long waits?
Weekdays outside typical lunch and dinner rushes are usually less crowded, and early evenings or late afternoons can be quieter than peak hours. If a place accepts reservations or call-ahead seating, using those options can reduce wait time.
Do Google ratings reliably reflect food quality?
Google ratings capture customer experience, which includes food, service, and atmosphere, but they are subjective and can vary by reviewer. Look at the number and recency of reviews and read a few detailed comments to form a clearer picture.