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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I went to Hell Burger tonight and it was everything I had hoped for and more. 10oz of beef cooked to perfection. Be prepared to use a lot of napkins because it's a messy meal. They don't even F...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best burgers I've had - hands down. I will go back, eventually. I should have read up on the place before going but at the same time, one would think you could walk into a restaurant where...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
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...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I tried Ray's Hell Burger for the first time this week and I'm sorry to report I'm not jumping on the bandwagon. I ordered the Soul Burger #1 and don't get me wrong it was good, but there are lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!!! Ray's Hell Burger is the best burger spot in all of DMV. Prices are fair and the burgers are to die for.
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3.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On the advice of Yelpers, I tried Ray's Hell Burger and basically liked it (thanks, everyone) but decided that my favorite is far and away Good Stuff Eatery. For several reasons: first, the burger at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The burger was good, really good but I could not give them 5 stars. My bun was stale. Yes, stale. It was dry, crumbling apart and tasted like it had been around a while. Maybe I got a bread from a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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....
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Man, what a disappointment. They manage the crowd and lines very poorly, and the staff is very uninterested in what you want. No credit cards, no fountain sodas, no fries, and you have to box up your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love burgers of all kinds - fast food, greasy, homemade, or fancy, I think they're delicious, but there is something special about the burgers at Ray's Hellburger. Minimally greasy, fresh, huge,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The owner has no sign out front, the walls are white with a few random posters. (locally famous..)Their kitchen is wide open for you to see all their cooking, grinding and weighing the meat, as well...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place lives up to it's reputation. I had a burger with "bone marrow" topping. I've never had bone marrow topping, I didn't know what it would be like, I loved it. A little expensive. Very...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
These are the best burgers I have ever eaten in the DC area. All of the meat is fresh-ground so you can actually order a burger cooked medium which is LOADED with flavor.Ray's sears the outside of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is in a class of it's own. Truly a gourmet burger. 5-Guys, Z-burger, Good Stuff are all good burgers in their own right, but compared to Ray's, they seem like fast-food joints....
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I guess a burger is about the meat...and the meat really is 5-star worthing. Extremely well seasoned, high quality meat with a nice char on it- flavorful, moist, perfect in texture, with great topping...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went back with a friend and got the BIG Poppa. Awesome! The wait was minimal even though it was packed and the burger was delicioso. The bun was a little bit on the soggy side (from all the animal...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Burger place in the country. Period!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Meh. Didn't live up to the hype for me. Got the Soul burger and cole slaw.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just went back to Ray's last night, at their new location (3 doors away from the old one) and had a mouth watering Big Poppa burger. Cooked perfectly to order, creamy blue cheese melted just right,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard the hype and had to go taste it with my very own taste buds. My first comment here is, um, why does the sign still say Ray's the Steaks? And why is there no sign saying Ray's Hellburger? I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing burgers, its rare when you walk into a place with high rating and you feel you got what the ratings promised. This is not the case as this is probablly the best burger I have ever eaten, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I worked here for a bit. I NEVER got sick of the food! So delicious. I have since moved back to California and haven't bothered buying a burger anywhere. I will wait until I go back to visit :)If you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The burgers here are unbelievably good. It's by far the best burger I've ever had. You get a 10 oz. burger and a variety of toppings, plus in season fruit, for about $7. Cheese costs extra. Oh, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a self proclaimed burger connoisseur. Have been to places from all over the US comparing for the perfect burger. This was the best burger I have ever had. I don't know if I can put this on the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Horribly overcrowded... I waited for-freaking-ever for a dry, overcooked burger.Big burger? yes. Big price to match burger size? yes.I've read so many good reviews... maybe I was unlucky and got a bad...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not just the best burger in DC but arguably one of the best burgers I've ever eaten.Meat-lovers are going to kill me for this one... but I like my burgers medium-well to well-done. Cooked through....
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Soul Burger Number One, how I miss thee. No words can describe that fat, juicy, tasty, burger of yours. Five Guys you say, Please.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm quite impressed with this place. The burgers are amazing. Well priced. Come in here during lunch or dinner rush and it will take quite a while (~30 minutes) but they aren't slow, they just have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went during the center of the lunch rush hour but the lines moved smoothly and tables emptied out as quick as the order lines moved.Atmosphere:It's a cafeteria style burger joint. There are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The bottom line: A big and tasty burger at an cafeteria-like crowded restaurant.My co-worker has been recommending the Ray's chain for some time now and I'd never been....until last week. I camped...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is no joke-- only go here if you're craving a big, bloody, manly burger. The sandwich itself was pretty delicious, and put me in a food coma for the rest of the evening. I got the Mack...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hate Ray's Hell Burger.I don't just hate it for the service, or the crowds or the lack of fries. I just plain don't like the burgers from here. If you read my review for BGR, you will see my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
A recent reviewer here says "People mention Hell Burger in the same sentence as Five Guys and there is absolutely no comparison whatsoever."... and I agree. Ray's doesn't hold a candle to Five Guys....
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
355th review. Who cares what I think...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger I've ever had, and I've had 'em everywhere (I travel a fair amount, and a cheeseburger is one of my 'benchmark' foods). Even my wife, who is nowhere near the carnivore I am, gushed about...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best burgers. Ever.People mention Hell Burger in the same sentence as Five Guys and there is absolutely no comparison whatsoever. Ray's Hell Burger makes one mean 10oz burger which is huge and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome burgers. echo?I thought it was an ok to find kind of awesome burger yet always filled with the lost children of Arlington akin to a much louder marine corps chow hall -order food - sit - eat -...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome. Burgers.If you're looking for good burger this is the place. I live right across the street and started going there before the Obama hoopla. Regardless, this place never dissapoints. Good...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ray's hell burger did not disappoint me at all! i will definitely go back. i had the "let's get it on burger" cooked medium. it was piled with a lot of toppings, the mushrooms in particular were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first trip to Ray's was during lunch on a workday with my coworkers. We decided to go a little early to get ahead of the rush, we went around 11:45 but I still think we may have been a little late...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated, the meat patty was thick, but meat was not very flavorful. The bread fell apart because there's so much moisture, almost instantly. Hard to eat, bun was also way too soft, i liked the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ever since President Obama and Vice President Biden went to Ray's Hell Burger, I've heard everyone talking about. With all the chatter, I figured I would give it a try and see what all the buzz is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered the blackened Cajun burger. They asked me if I wanted jalapenos. I said yes, because I just always do that. It was too many jalapenos. Pretty much overpowered the burger. But I picked...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At first I actually posted to the wrong place Ray's Steaks. this is the correct place....Was staying in Rosslyn DC area, and had a friend refer me to this burger place where apparently Obama and Joe...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fois Gras on Burger. Moist. Buttery. Messy. Heart-stopping. Awesome.Too bad I don't eat meat anymore. I will miss you Ray's Hell Burger.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a Jersey boy with intimate knowledge of the great artery-clogging burger/pizza/hoagie joints of the NJ/NY locale, so I will claim to know what the best greasy foods should taste like. Bottom line:...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Visited again on Sunday, 8/23... Excellent burger and service A love this place!
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5***I was confused because the sign outside plus my memories still says 'Rays the Steaks', but having had such a good experience there, I had to try this place. I can't tell if this place was a let...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'll keep it short and simple. If I was on Death Row, one portion of my last meal would consist of a Burger and Root Beer from Ray's.You don't go for the service, atmosphere or people. You go for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the burger was good. i consider myself somewhat of a burger oficionado. i forget the name of the burger that i had but it was one of their signature ones....it was tasty but it was HUGE and all of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burgers in the DC area, period.
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I only allow myself a burger when I'm going to give blood. My little karmic trade-off. Ray's is definitely going to give Five Guys a run for the money on this tradition. Went there tonight, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While attending a conference in the DC area some friends in Fairfax suggested meeting up at Ray's, I didn't even know until I logged onto Yelp to write this review that Obama ate here, but these are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It'd be safe to say that I am a fan of burgers. If I had to eat one meal before I died it would likely be a really great burger. So, that said, I was really excited when I found out about Ray's Hell...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yes we all know that Obama ate here, but the burgers here are just OK. But you guys probably don't need my opinion, there are so many reviews that it seems like everyone in Arlington has already tried...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We love Rays Hell Burger. Easily the best burgers around. The meat is quality and always cooked to perfection. A lot of places around here either cook their burgers way too rare or way too...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are 334 reviews already. I doubt this will add anything to the mix. I had lunch here with a friend about a month ago. We went on a monday afternoon, around 1, to avoid the lunch rush. Though...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Gave Ray's a second chance out of fairness and respect.Pretty much reinforced both the negative and positive feelings I had about the place, but the former much more than the latter. At 6:30 on a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have given this place two tries, both times I left unimpressed. Because it is near my office, many people want to go there.The prices are fairly high for what really is just a hamburger. But when...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very good burger, but the place is so frenetic that I won't be back. Went on a Sunday night about 6:30- somewhat early, right? There was a line, although it moved quickly. The place is cash only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Stellar, the best gourmet burgers around. The meat is always a high quality and they have a unique selection of toppings and options. The $10 Special is great: a great burger, side and root beer.They...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's moved a few doors down a few months ago, where ray's the steaks was. The new location has much more room is really the right size for the place. So lets cut to the chase!!!The burgers are good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just went there for the first time. I've never been and I have always heard good things about this place so I finally got to try it out.... When I got there, it was lunch time and it was like a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I unknowingly went on an Obama food tour tonight. My friends and I started out at Ray's and then hit up Dairy Godmother for dessert. First Ray's....So I have read the articles and there was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A review won't do this justice. Just go there. Trust me.Actually, don't go - it will keep the lines shorter for me and the rest of our neighborhood Hellburger addicts.
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Their burgers are okay. The first thing you'll notice is the crowd since it is almost always crowded now that it hit the media. The two times i've been there I had to wait in a very long line.. the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My bf found out about this place through a magazine review. Like always I quickly came to yelp it and was surprised by all the great reviews it had. I also saw the pictures and the sandwiches looked...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I first went to Ray's Hellburger in December 2008. I travel often to Rosslyn, VA, to an office on Wilson Blvd, a few blocks up the road from Ray's. I was blown away by the quality of the meat, the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
hahahaha, i love burgers!!! i will probably be the only person to complain about the size of the burger---TOOOO BIGG!!! (that's what she said!!!) haha the meat quality is fantastic, they cook it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Loved it, I made my own, Peppercorn crusted, pepperjack, mushrooms and guac burger...awesome and juicy.Long lines, noisy and no AC and no FRIES!! but great burgers
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you aren't a true meat lover, who can handle eating a medium rare burger than you might not appreciate Hell Burger. They consistently cook the burgers to perfection and there aren't many places...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, I know, Ray's Hell Burger doesn't need another review. But I'm doing one anyway...I am a huge fan of good burgers, and have been trying to get a read on the DC burger scene since the day that I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
At long last, I finally made it to Ray's Hell Burger. And no I didn't put mustard on my burger like Obama. Not that there's anything wrong with that. Regardless, along with Ben M. Talia R., Ben T....
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thanks to Evan H. organizing a UYE, I finally got to try a burger from Ray's. From previous reviews, I expected Ray's to be chaotic inside, and the place could use a little more room - but still, it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Truly an amazing place to go. They seemed to have moved out of hell burger and a few doors down to Rays the Steaks, but still the best burger in town. Can't wait to go again soon!
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Burger... ever wonder why it's called ham..burger? Cause this burger is all steak. The patties themselves are so juicy, even ordering it medium well, it comes out juicy and is HUGE. I really was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice: once in Winter '08 and again last night. Good news, people! After Obama's visit, I noticed extremely long lines forming every time I drove by. Luckily, the burger joint has...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have come under criticism for giving out too many stars when I review a place, but I tend not to bother reviewing the incredibly disappointing places and just focus on the ones I know and love.Ray's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I usually just get the regular burger all the toppings (makes it humongous!).The best item on the menu is the root beer by far. Order a pitcher, order 2 pitchers. The burger patties are very juicy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Does the world need another review of Ray's Hell Burger? I love it, and I already have at least four or five more burger combinations I want to try. It's cheap and even at the worst of times the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The burgers are solid, and I particularly liked the pepper corn burger, but I've had better burgers elsewhere. The Foie Gras burger was not what I expected it to be - I had expected the fatty Foie...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
[ ]"Best Burgers in DC"a/ Get regular grilled, recommended (which is medium rare) with free topping of your choice.[*] Burger is too big and comes with side of fruit and complementary hot chocolate....
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Juicy burger, good bun, slice of watermelon? Serve fries already Rays. Lots of combos to try. Burger is tasty, but probably not worth the long wait in my book. Cash only sucks too!
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I'm a huge huge fan of 5 guys and still nothing beats them in my book. Ray's HB is still pretty damn good burger though. 10oz of ground steak, hell sauce and a whole list of toppings and cheese to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I fell out of love with burgers a looong time ago, until I decided to eat here and back in love, well just with Ray's burgers that is... I'm not a big fan of patties, but will eat Ray's only because...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So there are approximately 280 reviews below that say the same thing I'm thinking so I'll be quick.Before my fateful lunch trip to Hell Burger I had NEVER eaten a burger without fries. It seemed...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good burger, but not worth all the hype in my opinion. The meat is excellent, thats for sure. But the burger fell apart on the first bite. The tater tots were really yummy. Crispy on the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update: They changed the buns so they don't soak through immediately. They taste worse though, and it's not worth it.This is counterbalanced by the much larger new space.
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's fails again.Food: We ordered the "recommended" temperature, which was supposed to be "a warm, red center." They came out...WELL DONE. Well done. I was in disbelief. You serve ONE thing on the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A burger joint without fries *hmph*Well I totally get it now. How did I eat the an 8oz burger and not feel bloated? You skip the fries. So juicy although I found my medium to be more done than...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
so since the obama fest they moved it a couple of doors down to where the head rays was (near the mexican place which is also pretty good). ok yes this place has delicious burgers that hit the spot...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, I have been on the search for the ultimate burger, and I have found it. They're huge and really good. You can pretty make these burgers anyway you want and the quality is amazing. The service...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A delicious no-frills burger joint that has gotten too darn popular!! I frequented RHB 3 times before the notorious visit from the president, and haven't been back since - the lines are out the door...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't get all the 5 stars. The burger was definitely good and the place was fun but 5 stars is going seriously overboard. I wouldn't even say this is the best burger in DC. Hell I'd take the burger...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I write this review fully understanding the hype surrounding this place.BUT, it's still the best burger in town. I highly recommend the big poppa if you are a fan of bleu cheese. The burger itself is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love there burgers well done. I don't recommend getting them rare because it is so juicy and will fall apart.
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As I stood against the wall crossing my arms and holding the number 7 in my hand waiting for my burger, I slightly felt like I was in a lineup and one of the workers was going to pick me out for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the first place I've ever gone to where people rave and rave about the food and I'm actually still impressed when I take that first bite! When people talk about fast food being the heart...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to visit my cousin in D.C.Asked if we liked burgers, we said yes and there we were.Ray's Hell Burger.My kind of joint. Known to the locals. Not even a sign.President Obama loves it.Had to order...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's is the District's answer to the legendary Kuma's Corner in Chicago - a righteous slab of juicy goodness with out-of-the-blue toppings. Foie gras, roasted red peppers, cognac-sauteed mushrooms,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Totally NOT overrated.i ate here last night and walked back into the district afterward so as to not feel totally gluttonous. The line was out the door, the ambiance isnt great and the seating is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i'll be honest, never heard of this place until obama and biden stopped by. prior to going there, i did some yelping with this place and of course everyone's reviews was good so i had to try it for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I paid $11 for fast food. They know how to cook a burger and they know how to cook the way you want it. They are friendly, but there are too many customers at this place. I waited in line outside...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If it's good enough for The President, I'd better give it a try.And that's what I did. Twice in the same week. Ray's Hell Burger is located in the old Ray's the Steaks location with spill over...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm Mmm MMmm. That's all I gotta say man.Restaurant Feel - It really sucks. Honestly. The outside has no restaurant sign aside from the 8 x 11 sheet taped on the glass door. The tables are fairly...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This burger was absolutely massive, and incredible! The ingredients were amazing. I left totally satisfied. I'm sure a lot of others have mentioned how there are no french fries here...it's probably...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This review is going to be sacrilegious for most, but I felt I have to take the hype out of this place. I just moved in across the street and was excited to try it based on the buzz. Really, all...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'll get out my complaints first. The place is hard to find. There is really no way to know it's there other than the smell of burgers cooking. Second it's cash only. Granted they have a no fee...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We hit Ray's Hell Burger for lunch, per a friend's recommendation.The most remarkable thing about Ray's? That it isn't: Ray's plain exterior has no obvious signs - literally - that they're even there,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Hellburger many times, and the worst burger I have had there is better than 90% of all the other burgers I have eaten elsewhere. When it's perfect (which it typically is), it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If I didn't have to wait for 45 minutes to be served, Ray's would probably get 5 stars from me... Honestly, I wish you could do half stars in Yelp, bc this would be a great 4.5 star place. Rays seems...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now, I was just visiting DC for the weekend. I was actually looking forward to having some softshell crab and all, but my friends who recently moved there suggested we go there for lunch on Sunday...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's gets a 4 because I'd def go back again. My burger choices get a 2 because I don't know what I was thinking getting the garlic topping on it. I thought it was a good idea because I love garlic,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's is excellent. We've been meaning to try it out since we moved here and the Obama bump has made it more of a challenge. We went on a rainy Friday night hoping the rain would thin out the crowd....
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Please don't crucify me, DC.... but I am NOT a fan of Ray's Hell Burger.1.) The place is a dump. It's dirty. It's a confusing, crowded colossal catastrophe. Dining should be a relaxing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best burger joint in the DC Metropolitan area. The meat is so flavorful and the pre-selected menu burger choices are a perfect combination of toppings to compliment your burger. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
if you're going for the burger - it's good
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well the mac and cheese was still good. But ...it is now A.O. and my how things change. I had been interested in returning to MY local burger joint for weeks but refused to wait in a line out of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Roommate got me a burger from Ray's for takeout when it first opened. Scarfed down my burger in two minutes flat. Would gladly suffer a heart attack for more of Ray's awesome burger goodness.
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Be sure you pick up some of the yummy side while you're there. Check out my full review & an online menu at:...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe they need some guidance? Maybe they need us to ask about fries each time we come there. Here's a recipe that looks good, Ray: (You can do it! Make us happy! Make us fries--truffle fries!)...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
thinking of moving my family over to DC just so I can be closer to Ray's Hell Burger. Best burger i've had. Period. I can see why Obama and Biden ditched the ol' white house for a meal here. but if...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Makes you crave more, super portions, quick enough service, and casual atmosphere.TASTE: Awesome, like the first time I had McDonalds as a youngin. This is the adult version of a delicious fast food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The burgers are good. No doubt about it. They're good. But they're not the amazing once-in-a-lifetime burger that everyone seems to rave about. I was pretty disappointed.The way the restaurant is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Date Attended: 05/31/09, SundayFinally got a chance to try this burger staple of the DC Metro area and it was ok. When we arrived, there was a line outside. A sign on the door states that due to the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So I finally had a chance to mosey on over to Ray's Hell Burger yesterday. I have thought about it, talked about, so the time finally came to do something about it. I'm standing in line getting more...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What more is there to say that hasn't already been said? Undoubtedly, best burgers in the area.
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1.0 of 5 stars.
What is wrong with me? Something must be happening. My planets are out of whack, my horoscope will be negative for the remainder of the decade, I will be hit by a speeding bus next time I cross the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A pretty damn tasty burger. I would have given it 5 stars but gave it only four for the following reasons. 1. Felt rushed to place my order. I think I could have had a much better burger if I had...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went the day after Obama & Biden's visit. Although the line was out the door, the burger was still excellently prepared and the service quick. One of the best burgers I've had!
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
best burger i've ever had. and to think i nearly missed this place due to the lack of proper signage. Thick and meaty (thats what she said) burgers.. i had the one with foie.. my boy had the one...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry but I have to say it: overrated.If I didn't live across the street from this place, I would probably never eat there again, but since I'm so close and certainly out of town guests will want to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
THis is the best burger so far I have had in DC area, they are far superior to 5 Guys (Cinque Hombres) and not much more expensive, the meat is very very good and juicy and you can have them any way...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
TONS of hype for what amounts to be a Burger. Granted it is a good burger, juicy, HUGE, flavorful but still a burger. We went on Sunday afternoon (like 2 pm) and yes it was memorial day, Yes it has...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You've got me capturedI'm under your spellI guess I'll never learn.I have your menuYes I know it wellAnother trip is planned.Are you that good?It's so hard to tellFrom just the Yelp reviews.Yeah, I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Inside a small, unpretentiously unmarked building lies the best burgers on this side of the world.My "Let's Get It On" burger was a "hell" burger alright. It was fantastically huge and fantastically...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the service, not the food, because I'm no fan of redundancy and it's all been said before. A certain first black President made this place like the line at Ticketmaster before a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As always, amazing burgers. The au poivre burger was great, just the right amount of "pinkness" in the inside. Loved the food, would definitely go back on a weekly basis for the burgers. On the other...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is not the Soviet Union with the first BigMac. . . quit lining up down the street for a burger. Unless it's free, no burger is worth lining up for. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to go...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Ray's many a time.. But lately it has been getting busier and busier due to the Obama Biden endorsement. I don't really care though. I would gladly stand in line to get my fix!
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only 4/5 stars because the burger don't come with fries! WTH! I've eatten here probably 3 or 4x and have taken my friends and family here. We all agree the meat is outstanding. No comparison. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay. Let me be honest here. This is by far the best burger that I have had in my entire life!!! The burger meat was extremely tender and juicy and the potential toppings were... Luxurious to say...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not a huge burger person but Ray's is pretty good...and that's alot coming from a normally meat-shy person. Be sure to save some room for their yummy house made (I think) ice cream and add it to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's is hands down, the BEST DAMN BURGER I've ever had. The first time I had one, I think I got high off of the taste. I recall feeling dizzy and butterflies in my stomach. I suppose it was love at...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best hamburger I've ever had. Really fantastic. I refuse to eat hamburger anywhere else in the greater washington DC area, because, why would I bother eating a lesser ground meat when I can walk here...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
delicious burger. starts with excellent meat and can spiral out of control with the several gourmet toppings (eppoise cheese, really?). the bun is usually a mound of mush by the time i finish, but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife was craving a burger so we decided to try it. It's easy to miss since there really is not sign outside the place. There was a line out the door due to the Obama endorsement but the line...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burgers in town....hands down. They ground the sirloin right there in front of you. The house potatoe cheesey incarnations are ridiculously good. It is amazing. I don't understand having an...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good, yes. And certainly worth another try. But the burgers at Ray's aren't the best inside the Beltway by any means.First, of course, the bun is weak. I don't even care that it doesn't stay...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This in from close friends of mine who are not official yelpers, but felt strongly that their review should be in the mix so here goes:We both ordered Soul burgers, cooked medium, which is supposed to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered the #1 burger on the list (swiss, bacon, grilled onions and congac mushrooms). I also ordered the root beer and tater tots. The root beer was good, the tator tots were also very good. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This would be a five star burger if not for the bread. I know that people raved about the bread, but mine got soggy really quickly. The meat though? OH GOD THE MEAT. I actually ended up pitching...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great burger, its a bargain. Good place to go for lunch, its a restaurant style burger with fast-food like efficiency. Also be sure to try their steakhouse next door. Best steakhouse I've ever been...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think I can add anything to what has already been said, but I went last night for the first time and it was certainly one of the best burgers I've had anywhere. Absolutely succulent beef,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Go for the food. Plenty of it, quality materials, reasonable prices, and simple in and out experience.Don't be surprised if it's tight and somebody asks if you're using all the chairs around your...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The place was empty! No line. It was a Sunday afternoon. Plenty of empty tables. I guess I was naive to think the place was packed 24-7. I was more than happy to take advantage of a quick and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dude, if it is good enough for the president and vice president, and need a bite in between resolving the budget crunch and fixing america's problems... You know for a fact no matter how crappy your...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought this place was all hype until I actually tried the burgers. I have to admit that this place has one of the best burgers in the nation. Once you try Ray's Hell Burgers, you can't go back...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I consider myself a bit of a burger aficionado. I have been spoiled because my life partner makes amazing burgers and I'm not just being biased - this has actually made it difficult when out to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dine or Ditch?Dine...for the love of god DINEI mean...that first bite--oh, what heaven that first bite is. The bun, like a sesame freckled breast of an angel, resting gently on the ketchup and Ray's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
5.0 stars. Although my gratuitous run of ROTDs from Ray's Hell Burger may end, it would compromise my jounalistic integrity not to recognize the growth of this hamburger joint from potentially...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In my bid to lose some weight this year, I have to make sure that I eat healthy the vast majority of the time yet still find time for one of my passions...tastetastic food.There are numerous places in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally made it out to Ray's Hellburger, and with fellow Yelper Nadine F., no less. I can't describe the place any better than she has in her review. I have the same criticisms: no fries as a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After many months of hearing about the virtues of Ray's, I finally made it over there. It was definitely one of top burgers I've had in DC.The burger was wonderfully juicy, with meat juice dripping...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I recently found out that work is moving me back to the west coast in a few weeks. So after having a mild freak out over the thought of moving once again, I calmed down and quickly made a list of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love to eat. I love burgers. There aren't many places where I've been disappointed by the food. With that said I've tried Ray's Hell Burger twice. I really want to love their burgers but it has not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's on a beautiful Saturday afternoon after a bike ride was like heaven. A friend brought me here--to my old block in Arlington of all places--but a lot has changed since I lived there. Actually,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had been eager to try a burger at Ray's for months; today was the day. I was slightly intimidated by the litany of rules presented near the counter. Was this the kind of place where if you screw up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, my yes. Please forgive me if I have to stop typing this half way through.... I'm not crying, cause it's just raining on my face, every time I think about Ray's. FOOD: Excellent. This guy makes his...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got around to eating at RHB. All other times, I just stuck my head in the place, saw the long line, the full tables, and just walked a couple more feet to Pho 75.Welp, finally decided to wait...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I started to give Hell Burger a 3... but then when I started thinking about all the combinations of sandwiches I still haven't tried there, decided to boost it to a 4 for variety alone. First things...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This great for a quick bite. But I wouldn't say it was super. I feel like the temperature of the burger you ask for is always over done! For instance if you ask for Medium its Medium! But overall a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was a perfectly good burger but overall I wasn't too impressed. It was pretty pricey and you can almost taste the arrogance of the owner. The home made tots were nothing special.
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger! 10oz aged beef, they hand trim the meat on site before grinding it (only place I have been to where you witness this process). Very unique toppings. I had the Peppercorn encrusted version...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
My bF and I went to Ray's Hell burgers to see what all the hype was about. We followed all instructions, placed the order quickly. We both ordered the blackened burger(Cajun seasonings) I added the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't believe I haven't written a review for this place. What a fricken' gem!I would say if you're in the area, passing thru, or are a burger enthusiast YOU MUST GO HERE. I've been here many times...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
**:**Here at 7pm - we find a parking spot seconds away w/a meteR While reading the rules, we notice the yummy cow aromAWe read the tiny joint's paper menu - no longer a RHB virgin...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great quality meat that really is cooked medium rare if you ask for it. My particular favorite is the BIG POPPA, swallowed down with a mug of root beer on tap. For the price, this is as good as it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How am I supposed to ever eat another burger now that I don't live in Arlington anymore? The only burger I wouldn't get again was the one with ham on it. The Soul Burger (or whatever it was called)...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am updating my reveiw after finally eating the famous Hell burger and man, my burger was awesome! I had a burger with charred jalepenos, sauteed onions and mushrooms and I was surprisingly satisfied...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best real meat hamburger!
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been there 5-6x. Burgers are the bomb. It's the meat. Freshly ground on premises. My only complaint is very minor: they tend to confuse the orders. On 3 occasions, someone in my party was given...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Doesn't get much better than this. You gotta love a burger place where you can watch the beef grinding in front of you. I live directly across the street from the Hellburger strip, so it's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is still the cat's pajamas. The free hot chocolate is fiendish and the burger was as good as I remembered it the first time. I feel like if you have a bad burger here it's simply bc you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm afraid I have to go against the grain here, and not because I'm a contrarian - Yelp knows I love me some Ray's the Steaks. But Hell Burger...well, I'm amazed they haven't given anyone food...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Ray's Hell Burgers for the first time on a Sunday night, thinking that it would not be crowded - boy was I wrong! I had to wait in line for about 15 minutes, which was actually a blessing,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went again and wanted to provide an update to the one main point of criticism in my earlier review. They have upgraded the buns at Hell Burger, which has made a world of difference. The sesame...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wited until I gave this place a second try to review it. I'm all about second chances and want to believe all the great things I've read about Hell Burger here. But I probably won't be back.The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger ever, hands down. Mine was perfectly seasoned, perfectly cooked to medium rare, with delicious toppings such as roasted garlic, sauteed mushrooms, onions and peppers, jalapenos, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome!!! A co-worker of mine with immaculate taste suggested I check rays hellburger out. The bf and I went here one Sunday afternoon, we decided to skip breakfast and save our...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
10 stars for this place. Cheap as z burger and five guys and out of the ball park as burgers go. Place was packed with young 20 and thirty somethings. Free Hot chocolate that is some of the best i...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got around to getting some Hell Burger take-out, and it was definitely delicious. The sauteed peppers, onions, and mushrooms on the burger were actually the best part though! With the huge...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Ray's. The burgers are juicy, cooked to order and incredibly satisfying. The ice cream here is also quite tasty (if you can ever get to this part).The only reason this doesn't have 5 stars is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. I came back from this place like an hour ago. I went on a semi spontaneous meal with friends from college that were visiting from North Carolina and a couple that live here in the area. So, I got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection of burgers. The root beer is good, too. Enjoy!
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Ray's Hell Burger, why are you so delicious? I wake up at nights craving your meaty goodness, sweating and crying out for your juicy delights.A good friend finally convinced me to come with her to...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was ok...maybe it's because we didn't make our own burgers and decided to try the pre-made choices...maybe it's the hype. Although, I liked the twist on the cheesy taters and their bottle soda is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You ever had been to a place, met someone, or even recently watched a movie and just instantly fell in love with it, knowing that this was IT? Well, that's what Ray's Hell Burger joint did for me!...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
**The best burger I have ever had** That is a pretty tall order to fill. I've had some pretty mean burgers in the past but they don't hold a candle to Ray's. Now, I have a trip out west looming in a...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Ray's four times now, and each time it gets better. The burger is seriously cooked to perfection (medium-rare in my case). Be sure to get in close to 5pm when they open as the place gets...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Burger i have ever had, i keep bringing friends there explaining how good the burgers and build up their expectations to the highest level possible are and they are never let down. Its sort of...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There is not decor, but the food more than makes up for it. Really amazing burgers, best when eaten right away as the bun tends to crumble. Wish there were fries. On a personal note, stay away from...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars.My companion remarked that Ray's hot chocolate tasted like a Cadbury chocolate bar had been melted into a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and slowly heated until perfectly steamed. At this...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Burgers-- Good not great. Personally, I prefer Clyde's and Founding Farmer's burger waaayyyy more. Quite honestly, my medium burger was dry and LACKED SEASONING. I did like the fact that the burger...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Burgers-- Neither good nor great. This is the pinnacle of all burgers. No, I have not tried every burger in the world. Do you really think I'd be here raving about a tiny, seemingly insignificant...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best burgers I've ever had! I'm not a huge burger person, so the fact that I say that holds true!Food: Burgers, choice cuts of meat, cooked to your liking. Do not get it well-done, a...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Easily the best burger I've ever had.I'm actually a vegan most of the time but occasionally I'll break my diet to have some meat, and I had read that Ray's burgers (and steaks) were both fantastic....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 food/experience .5 happy husband=4 StarsMy burger was awesome, but right at this moment, I would LOVE a cup of that hot chocolate Ray's doles out in those little Dixie-size cups... I'll get back...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Haha, oh man. So I went to write this review and started checking out the other reviews and saw Net p.'s. I totally respect everyone's opinion, but I just thought it was funny that his list is like...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Now That is a Tasty Burger"Get it with BaconBest Burger Joints in DC Area1)Ray's Hell Burger2)Good Stuff Cafe3)Cheeburger Cheeburger4)5 Guys5)FuddRuckers
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG! What a GREAT burger! It's huge and worth every dollar ($7.00 avg) as it must be a 10oz burger that is juicy, tasty and the selection of toppings can't be beat. I mean there are some...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The sesame hamburger buns have stepped up to the place to hold these hefty babies together while eating. No longer do they fall apart from all the toppings and condiments you decide to put onto your...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a great burger! Very creative menu...I guess I don't have much to add to the existing reviews. You can add things like fois gras or marrow to your burger, etc--things you won't normally find at...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There were bad signs going in:1. Cooks screaming at each other2. Everybody in the restaurant was pissed, especially the people in line3. THEY RAN OUT OF MARROWBut alas, I got the burger to go, sat...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was 7:55pm on a Sunday evening when I found myself at Ray's after being shunned from the Pho75 next door. And I cannot be more thankful to Pho75 for closing at 8pm! I've only been to Ray's once,...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
got a burger rare with pepperjack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, and bone marrow with persillade. the burger was extremely rare, next time i think i will go with medium-rare. overall it was one of...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Cash only, the line is long, free shots of hot cocoa, no sign outside, no alcohol. This place has very tasty burgers though the bun needs improvement. It's greasy and they probably will forget a...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the beautiful celebration of the burger that I hoped it would be. This is the kind of burger that every other burger wishes it were. The sides were great and well thought out.Not to be...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I wonder if I'll be shot by a sniper outside of my building when I leave work today because of this review, because unlike many of the Ray's faithful, I just wasn't impressed. We arrived and the...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After an amazing dining experience at Ray's the Steaks we decided we had to try Ray's Hell Burger. We showed up at around 2:00 and it was still packed. The scene inside is best described as...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After being severely scolded for not having been to Ray's Hell Burger by a very happy, very friendly, a little handsy, very very tipsy Elite Yelper* at November's Vote for Yelp! event, I finally had...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here twice and I am convinced. This is the way a burger should be. The side dishes are fine and dandy but I am not going to mark down the place for a bit of inconsistency in the sides....
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a burger should be. So juicy it drips through the bun, great fresh ingredients (get the smoked mozarella!) and plentiful servings. Sodas are small and seating is a bit tricky (wouldn't recommend...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far the best burger in the DC Metro Area. I've been to all the burger joints and this place can compete with the Southern California's best. The sides are good as well. Give yourself some time...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There are two kinds of burgers in this world: the big backyard bbq kind of burger, and the sloppy, greasy, really bad for you but oh-so-good burger. Ray's Hell Burger makes a fine version of the...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another place that doesn't live up to the hype.... sigh.I must admit, I was totally psyched about going here, but then I saw a picture of a burger and developed the sinking suspicion that I would...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Three words. Oh my Gawd!The best burger i have tasted. I used to be a big fuddrudders fan and even liked five guys, but this place blows them by a mile. The quality of the beef is unbelievable.....
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best gourmet burger I've ever had. Make sure you cut it in half first, and don't even try to park in the parking lot.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
HOW TO EAT A RAY'S HELL BURGER CHAPTER 2871. Do not deconstruct the hamburger even though it is served up to you open faced. Take your time to put it together for one big juicy bite.2. Do not eat...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, what a disappointment. I've always enjoyed Ray's the Steaks and Classics so thought I'd try the Hell Burger. Well, I waited 20 minutes and they brought me a plain cheeseburger (I'd order the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
third time there, third time i am 100% sure i will be backawesome burger. if you go earlier vs later it is MUCH less crowded - no problems with getting a table or waiting in linei had the burger w/...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid Burger. Didn't blow my mind, But solid every time. It's quality, fresh and the price is right.
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been a few time and am always pleased. The quality and freshness of the ingredients seems second to none and the portions are generous. They definitely stick to doing one thing and doing it...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 Stars Gosh, I hoped I don't incur the wrath of other Yelpers out there when I say that Ray's Hell Burger is OK. Not great, just OK. Yes ,the atmosphere is sparse- but this doesn't bother me in the...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No frills, no decor, just loads and loads of tasty, juicy meat. Oh, also thick crowds. Combine the two and its a powder keg of greasy delight. I have been here many times and there is ALWAYS a line....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The burger is fantastic! I had mine with Wisconsin sharp chedder, applewood smoked bacon, and peppercorn crust. This burger is messy, eating it with a knife and fork is probably the way to go. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Your reaction to eating your first Ray's Hell Burger will probably be something like "Holy crap, did I really just eat all that"? That's a good thing. Went on a Sunday around 1PM, and it was crowded....
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
aloha!Had my first taste. I went alone at 4pm on Sat to avoid the crowd. The burger was dam tasty. It was cooked a bit more then I wanted. I asked for medium, and there was no pink visible, but it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You need to try the place but expect the place to be packed. Well worth it!
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I usually try and pan everything from the suburbs because I am all for shutting the bridges down every day like they did last Tuesday for the Inauguration of the 44th President of the United...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just like most other people are saying the food is amazing, I have to agree, my only visit there is very memorable. The burger is filled with great toppings and sauces, and it is very heavy. They have...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Very good burger. The bread is just ok. Something missing....And they really need to serve Beer! The Root Beer just dosen't cut it!
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is hands down the best burger in the DC area, and possibly on the Eastern Seaboard. With careful attention to the meat, Michael Landrum really has a hit on his hands. You can see...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came all the way from Atlanta to get a Hell Burger, and I was not disappointed. My girlfriend who accompanied me was skeptical at first, but she is now a Ray's convert. I ordered the Soul Burger (with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yeas- burgers, foodie cheeses, Old Dominion Root Beer on tap, free and tasty hot chocolateNeas- Mac and Cheese, cheesy potato puffs, cash onlyStick to simple burgers, order them "recommended" aka...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went two days I had my wisdom teeth taken out celebrating a friend's promotion with a quick bite to eat for dinner. The place opens at 5 PM at night, but they were open and taking orders when we...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh was I happy that I decided to go to Ray's Hell Burger for my cheat meal of the week!!! Started this new eating plan in order to see better results in my workouts and although it seems to be...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After returning from a extra long and frustrating lunch with co-workers, I took a minute (or two) to browse Yelp and ease the pain... What's this? a new event? at Ray's Hell Burger? Which I still...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Juicy Delicious, Nough Said
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I live less than 1,000 feet from Ray's. I won't disgust you with my bad eating habits, but just know that I eat there a lot. I still love it; this review is more to address the issues that others...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been back at least a couple times since my initial visit, and while there seems to be some ongoing changes, Ray's has only disappointed me in that you no longer get watermelon and corn with your...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In a city filled with fancy pretentious restaurants catering to the upper crust and those with expense account, it's refreshing to see Ray's hell burger, a true local gem. They make one thing only and...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, let me agree w/everyone else's review that the burger was excellent--one of the best I've had in the area.That being said, the rest of the experience was not pleasant. There's no sign...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
*stretch* *chomp* *squirt* *stretch* *chomp* *squirt*That's me straining my jaws to open wide enough to fit the the monstrous single-pattied burger in my mouth, attempting to get a little bit of each...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good burgers delviered in many variations. We arrived right at 1200 on Saturday. Gald we did, it got busy in a hurry with people standing out the door.Buger was better than average, but not...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is strong to quite strong in the burger taste department; if they weren't so pretentious about the whole thing, it'd be one of the best places in the world. But come on -- when you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a fantastic burger, absolutely fantastic, with some quirks. Burgers are huge, the meat is perfectly seasoned and cooked well to order. Although they have an exotic selection, I personally...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We stopped at Ray's Hell Burger on our way out of town last week -- and the experience was worthy of an update to my previous post. There are a number of new burger toppings that we had not seen on...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great Burgers! I love that you can pick the cheese you want on it. And love the different flavor floats!
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since you can't give 1/2 stars I have to settle for 4. Ray's can cook a mean burger. I usually get a medium. Not really crazy about the sides. Since its coming out this place stays packed. Be...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Ray's Hell Burger in the search for the best burger in the DC area and I heard about this place through Washingonian magazine and of course Yelp! Ray's at the same shopping strip where Pho...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just got back from eating there. Note: This place is cash only. We showed up at 7pm on sunday night and just missed a rush that came in a few minutes later. Despite the line that had formed, there...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i came, i saw, i stuffed my pie hole.it was good. very good. great? well, not for me. i am no beef eater on the regular, so am afraid my opinion doesn't carry much weight.my brother and i came here...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this place a couple times now. While crowded, people tend to get in and out quickly, so getting a table has yet to be a problem for me. The first time I went there, I had a burger...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I've been Ray's Hell twice - the first time was the first week they were open and the second time being about two weeks ago. First of all, the meat in the burgers is top notch but that alone does...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great burger. Seriously. The best I've had in D.C. It was delicious & so big I couldn't eat my side. And I love how when you are done, you can go to the back and pick up a mini cup of hot cocoa....
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ordered the Value Deal, which was 'The Mack' with a side, I chose the cheesy tater puffs, and a rootbeer for $10.91. It was a good burger. That's all I can say about it, nothing bad but no...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a good thing I didn't know about this place when I lived here, otherwise I would be at least 20 lbs heavier and a regular customer at Ray's Hell Burger. Good Lord, it was a delicious burger. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is a good choice for a solid burger. It has more of a home cooked taste than the generic (yet delicious) burger chains like Five Guys and Fuddruckers. But I wouldn't abandon those...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two strikes and yer out! This comment applies to the side dishes; the burgers still rock my world.I brought a veryclose friend of mine here to give Ray's a try. I'd been telling him about this place...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yay! TThey now use the number-system to deliver food to your table and I think the buns might be a little smaller. FYI, only order your burger with the warm pink center or you will not get that...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No need to recap what the other reviewers have said about the offerings - what you've read is a pretty good assessment of the place. Quality-wise, this is the best burger in the area for the money. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Ray's a handful of times, and it took a while, but they seem to have gotten it right. Most times, the burgers were way too raw in the middle even when a temperature above "recommended"...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely one of the best burgers I have ever tasted. The kitchen behind the casher is impressive with fresh looking ground beef and vegetables. Toppings are great too. It is just that uncertainty of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think I came on a slightly off night. I've been wanting to try Ray's Hell Burger because Ray's The Steaks is so darn good. My friends and I came in on a Tuesday night, and found a table without...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm gona be a slight hater. Why? Cause i learned it from meredith p.The Goodthe toppingsthe sweet ketchup on the tablesthe posters on the wallroot beerThe Badno friesThe bread could be betterthe...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OMG is the first thing that came out of my mouth after taking the first bite of this burger! There is no, and I mean NO frills when it comes to your Ray's Hellburger visit. No fancy signs, standard...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Well this is just about the best burger you can find in the DC area. It is the best combination of taste, size, and value. I've been here a half dozen times now and Ray's has always delivered. It...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is just what I needed. I had been on work training in the DC area for the past week. After fighting the throngs of chain restaurants in the suburbs we stumbled across this place.There is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with everybody else. Ray's Hell Burgers are phenomenal! Just...killer.
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
all in all, a delectable experience. things i loved:* free toppings list! i love when you don't have to pay extra for mushrooms* burgers cooked medium rare as STANDARD, you don't have to beg for it!*...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BURGERSGIVING.That is now the official holiday in my life the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Everyone knows Ray's is delicious, now I know it, too. I got the Mack deal. The burger was mind-blowing. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first found out about this place the night i ate at Guajillo in early July. I walked by and saw this bare, sign-less restaurant packed with people; it was mysterious, I got curious. So i looked it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quality of meat did not disappoint. Topping was great...guyere cheese, charred jalepenos, mushrooms, grilled red onions....it was heavenly. After all the warnings about the bun, when I got it to go,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is the perfect example how quality ingredients and execution of simple food can be very satisfying. Here's a break down of my perfect, under $20 lunch that I split with my boyfriend:...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Hell burgers indeed. You'll be buckshotting or yarfing this "bad boy" soon after ingestion.These aren't hamburgers. These are momma burgers. Eddie Murphy says it best:...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm, mmm, GOOD!The makings of a delicious burger are as follows:1. Warm, soft bun that is not too tough or too crumbly. -- CHECK.2. Thick, juicy patty, cooked to perfection so that you can actually...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
With over 100 reviews, it's hard to add to the awesomeness of Ray's Hell Burger, but let me try.Went here on a Friday evening, packed as usual, but got our food in a timely manner. Oh...lo and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger in the world! Be adventurous with the exotic cheese choices (I'm partial to Greuiere). Order it medium rare (even if this is not normally your thing). Try the mac and cheese as a side.
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger is definitely worth the trip if you are looking for a large quality burger. It is an uphill walk from the Rosslyn metro stop, but the walk will help you build up an appetite. It is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had one of the best nights ever a few weeks ago and it involved Ray's Hell Burger. It also involved Eddie Money. So anyway, I ordered my burger medium with some normal toppings and delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here while on my way to the library to start my thesis proposal. A couple of things I learned about Ray's today:1. Going right after they've opened is NOT a good idea. You end up fighting...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, these burgers are amazing. Very fresh meat that is ground on the spot, cooked to order and with the toppings you choose. What just kills me is that they serve them with watermelon and corn on...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hell Burger, the younger brother to Ray's Steaks. How could it NOT be the best, most excellent burger on earth. Truth is it just ok.The burgers are large and juicy. I mean after you start...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's is still the king, but he's starting to lose his grip on the throne. This certainly isn't because of any increased quality from the competitors, but more to do with the drop-off in what you get...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Third time is the charm? I figured that there gotta be a reason when the restaurant calls something "Recommended". So, unlike other time, I ordered my meat "Recommended" as in medium rare and I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Yelp Burger Brigade came here on Sunday afternoon to sample the fare offered. The facility is small, with seating in the front and the kitchen in the back. This is a no frills place. You...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
[Photos] http://www.flickr.com/photos/aliciagriffin/sets/72157622415376835/Led by Brigadier Ben, 7 yelpers of the Burger Brigade came for a glorious burger lunch on Sunday. This is probably the best...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
** 4 1/2 Stars **Would be nice if we can give half stars on Yelp too? No?This place already has 100 reviews, but one more wont hurt now will it?I finally tried Ray's this past Saturday - it had been...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saturday after halloween i'd decided to eat off this hangover, so since i had a hankerin' for some beef... I went here 'cause i was kinda in the 'hood. Welcome to Ray's Hell Burger. I was taken...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best. Burger. Ever. The patty is super moist, the bun isn't too bready, the bacon is crisp, the cheese is flavorful...what else can I say? It was perfect! Even though I am a major french fry...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ray's Hellburgers are probably the best possible burgers in this life.The bottom line is they will cook it however you want it and put just about any kind of cheese and other toppings on it that you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Kick Ass! 10oz burgers - awesome! I liked it VELLY MUCH
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
can get very busy and long lines. very tasty. mac and cheese is very good, but also quite greasy. be sure to look fora list of pre-made burgers, which are usually found next to the cashier (not listed...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a fair fight but I have to admit defeat. I tried but the burger was too much for me- all lush medium rare beaf, in a perfect bun with glossy mushrooms and smooth gouda with a waiting pickle...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If this is the burger from hell, then I can only imagine how glorious the Heaven Burger would be.Food - Man, you'd think Sir Mix-a-Lot was reviewing this place or people were talking about Beyonce b/c...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best burger I've ever had. Period. So what if it doesn't come with fries? I was so super duper stuffed after my mouthwatering, melty, drooly burger that I could not have possibly snarfled a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A really good, simple, no-frills burger. Let's break it down..Bun - very durable. Did not break down or get too soggy.Lettuce - one piece. Would have preferred another leaf. Cheese - too many to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thank goodness for the Yelp iPhone app! There's no way I would have gone to this place if it weren't for the proximity reviews!Ray's Hell Burger is an offshoot from Ray's The Steaks, which is located...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GOOD GAWD YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Best freakin burger that I've had in the DMV- hands down! I was helping my buddy pack, (truthfully I watched more tv than help pack) and we decided to take a break...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cost: $6.95 without cheeseSize: 10-ounces of beef. It's a big one and won't leave you hungry.Taste: Non-greasy, juicy, flame-grilled goodness in every bite.Atmosphere: Casual, grab a table kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So.. after hearing a whole lot of hooplah about this place (Washington Post, Serious Eats, food bloggers, co-workers, etc.), I decided to go. The first thing I noticed about this place is that I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
AMAZING burgers.I got one of every side the first time I went so I could try them all. The SIDES are each good for 2 ppl and only cost $1.25-$1.50. Everyone I was there with loved the burgers. BUT I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HELL. BEST BURGER I'VE EVER HAD.The nice thing about me is that I get grilled onions and sauteed mushrooms on my burger whenever I go somewhere. That means that I have AWESOME calibration and can...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: Best burger I've ever had in my lifeCons: Waiting (but it's worth it), ordering system, to-go systemTip: Stay away from the Piranha Sauce and roasted garlic unless you want to have an extreme...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not to pick nits, but it's not in DC.Choose your time wisely. 8:00 on a Friday night? Not so wise.The burger toppings were cold (as was the side of mac & cheese), the bottom of the brioche bun was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Probably one of the best burgers I've had in D.C. I thought the meat was very good quality. My friend thought her burger was a bit too red and she ordered it medium rare but mine was fine, I ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Is it the be-all end-all of burgers? No.Will you find a better burger in the area? Probably not.If you go into Ray's with that expectation, then you most likely won't be disappointed. There's no...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been here twice now, two pieces of advice:1) Get it to go, especially during normal mealtimes.. getting a table is really difficult and most don't adhere to the "get your food first then grab a table"...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really more like 4.5 stars...I feel like Ray's Hell Burger is some kind of exclusive club and you have to know the password to get in. Those people who had been there are just at this status that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I still love that Bear Rock burger bun and I don't know that you can beat half-price Wednesdays; but, oh my gosh, this is as good as it gets. For 10 bucks (including tax), you know it's definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad. Burger is too thick to be a four star burger. Don't get the warm with red in the middle. Order it medium and it will still be red on the inside and drip blood. Medium is still plenty juicy....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
ray's hell burger is the best burger i've had in life. it is true, very true. it's located in a seemingly busy, tucked away strip mall on the side of wilson boulevard. if you don't pay attention, you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Aaah...the DC Burger Wars continue.......given that FIVE GUYS has been franchised to death and is a pale shell of its original sites.... the contest for King of Burgers is wide open with so many new...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say my socks remained securely on my feet after eating here. I ordered it grilled to the recommended temperature of "warm red center" and it came out with a tiny splotch of pink but mostly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I went last week because we had heard the burger were yummy. So, with great enthusiasm we went and showed up exactly at 5pm when they opened up. To our surprise there were NO lines but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
can someone give this guy a statue, already? another giant hit. the foie gras burger was worth the flirtation with hell. (poor goose, sorry).
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since I came here for dinner last night, I've thought about my burger at least 5 times. When the next time I'll be back will be and mental images of myself biting into that peppercorn-crusted...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The burgers are great!! no fries? who cares about fries when you get a 10oz burger with corn on the cob and watermelon. just wondering what they're going to serve during the winter months.This place...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I will never look at a burger the same! SO THIS is what it's all about!The scoop: Juicy, perfectly cooked meat (the recommended medium rare) au poivre- seared in peppercorns.... (drool)! The bun is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At first I was afraid, I was petrifiedThat I could never live without fries on the sideBut then I came to Hell Burger And I found out I was wrongThat juicy corn...It was like I was reborn!I will be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be a sporadic fan of the double cheeseburger. Granted, I'm not a burger expert nor even a fan, but if I can eat 2 hamburgers within a span of a few days, and at the same restaurant? The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger I have ever had.Medium, diablo burger with the Danish Bleu Cheese, Guac, jalapenos, piranha sauce. What a combination of stuff making for the spiciest, yet most tasty burger. That extra...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard the hype and I thought it appropriate to make this my very last meal in the DC metro area before I move my junk back to TN and fly out to a very foreign country for a very long time...It...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best takeout burger i have ever had. This is the sister restaurant to Ray;s the Steaks and they use cuts of steak from that location here for the fresh grind, which is a rarity. Giant patty, choice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted a big juicy grilled burger that was too big to bite and fell apart while eating it. And I got just that. It was heavenly! I will definitely go back!
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was an early customer of the original Ray's the Steaks - I used to live around the corner. Back then, there was no line out the door to get in, Michael was always in the kitchen and there was a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As a huge fan of Ray's the Steaks, when I heard about Hell Burger, I was immediately sold. (I, gasp, didn't even read any Yelp reviews beforehand). I had no idea how HUGE they were!! What I really...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How could you live right around the block from here for a YEAR and not have stopped in! (Anson) I'll chip in my 2 cents, too many reviews for one sitting, never! (Christine)I came out here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is actually called "Ray's BUTCHER Burger"...The burgers are good- but they need french fries.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The theme is 1950s. I would say 1950s diner, but its not really diner food. There is only 1 item on the menu, and that's a burger that you can have prepared how you want it. There are different...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Because of the ties to Ray's the Steaks, I was really looking forward to trying one of Ray's Hellburgers. I finally got to try this place last night and I was not disappointed. The burgers were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My brother wanted to try this place basically because he has lived around the block from it for awhile. On a Monday evening, I was surprised to see both Ray's Steaks and Hell Burger didn't have very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They've improved the service flow definitely.Also, I think they addressed the bun issue.Best burgers ever.If they get their act together (start accepting credit cards, put up signage, make layout more...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best burger I have had since I move to the East Coast! The burger was perfectly cooked with a warm red center (recommended doneness on menu) well seasoned, there is a large assorment of gourmet...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good... however after Ray's The Steaks I was expecting much more from his burgers! They are solid, don't get me wrong... but they don't compare to some of the better burgers in town. They...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Butcher Burgers has a lot going for it. Good beef, great bread, and a restaurant model that targets the biggest hole in DC's eating options: Good food that is neither overly generic nor needlessly...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place makes up for an awful experience at Ray's the Steaks. (By the same team.) A good alternative to Five Guys when you want a more 'gourmet' burger. Top notch toppings. Good corn too. I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Shame on you McDonald's with your quarter pounder.Shame on you Burger King with your Whopper with cheese.Shame on you Hardee's with your thick burger.Shame on you Carl's Junior with your Hardee's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If I'm going to pay $9.00 for a cheeseburger, I want someone to bring it to my table along with several beers. Ray's Hellburgers are really good, but I can't convince myself they are worth the price...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food definitely gets 5-stars. We were going to Ray's the Steaks but left it too late and went here instead. I've been meaning to try it and daaaaang!This is the best burger I've had in a restaurant....
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I have a choice, this is the only place I will get burgers from now on. They're that good and the value is incredible.A burger with cheese at Ray's costs $8 and comes with corn and watermelon.A...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
DC is diggin' on burgers these days and so am I. I like Ray's Hell Burger (as it is affectionately called apparently) for lots of reasons. Primarily, you have choices, even though the only thing on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Same owner of Ray's the Steaks, just a few shops down. The storefront is unmarked and the inside is really plain, a few tables and chairs and chalkboards with the offerings. There are no fries, just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome cheese selection for your burgers - the best ever. 10 oz. of meat - not for wimps. They recommend rare - but even if you order your burger medium, it will still have some pink - so if you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pros: The burger meat is dry-aged sirloin and you can taste the quality. My burger was cooked rare to perfection and the taste was amazing. They also offer a wide variety of free toppings and of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
You don't need another review telling you how delicious this burger is, so I won't get into its flavorful goodness. However, I was surprised to find out this joint is cash only. Good thing they have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you haven't been to Big Buns in Ballston, please go. It beats this place AND Five Guys any day. I'm glad I tried it, but I'll stick to Big Buns.
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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