Name a more iconic trio than a burger, fries, and a shake. The meal is a classic for a reason, and Prince George’s is home to plenty of restaurants that serve up this timeless spread. You can find a quick-service version at a kid-friendly location or a refined twist on the modest dish at a more upscale spot. Either way, you’re going to be satisfied and satiated.

 

Enjoy the burger of your dreams at these 10 local joints:

 

  1. When you visit Burgers @ Apollo in Camp Springs, you’ll enjoy good food, good music, and good vibes. Their promise is matched by a menu packed with Angus beef burgers, specialty toppings, and classic milkshakes. Check out the calendar for music events and kids' days.

  2. There’s truly something for everyone at BurgerFi in National Harbor. Their beef burgers are made with 100% Angus beef without steroids, antibiotics, or growth hormones. They also serve VegeFi burgers, fried chicken sliders, and Fi-lafel Sliders, along with fresh-cut fries and frozen custard shakes.

  3. If you’re searching for an elevated burger in an elevated environment, get a table at Burtons Grill & Bar in Riverdale. The burgers are made from Allen Brothers Angus beef and served on brioche buns. Add a house salad, Parmesan truffle fries, or a seasonal vegetable to your meal.

  4. Starting in New York, Holy Burger has made its way to Temple Hills and is serving up burgers that are sure to call you back. Try the Holy Burger with its brisket and short rib patty, the Chopped Cheese with its chopped and cheese-mixed quarterpounder patty, or the plant-based Holy Chicken burger. Add seasoned fries and sweet potato tots to round out the meal.

  5. Pop into Habit Burger in Riverdale Park for its signature Char Burger — or make it a double. Switch it up by turning your burger into a Teriyaki Char with Cheese, a Portabella Char, or a BBQ Bacon Char. Don’t forget to add onion rings, tempura green beans, and a milkshake.

  6. Catch Smash Akhs wherever its food truck is parked, often in Glenn Dale, and you’ll be treated to classic burgers, fries, and shakes that more than meet the mark. Order a double cheeseburger, two smashed patties with bacon, and a serving of Cajun fries. The cookie-butter milkshake or the passionfruit mocktail will satisfy your sweet tooth.

  7. If a shake or float is a necessity with your burger, Z-Burger is the spot. The shop serves 75 flavors, everything from mango kiwi to chocolate cheesecake to pistachio. The handcrafted burgers are always made to order, and you can add an array of sauces, toppings, and sides. Head to the local chain’s locations in Beltsville and District Heights.

  8. At WNB Factory, you’ll be served “only the good stuff,” says the restaurant chain. The burgers are made with 100% certified Angus Beef or chickens raised without antibiotics. Their classic steakburger can be personalized with bacon, cheese, mushrooms, Teriyaki glaze, Korean BBQ sauce, or more. Try the fried pickles or okra as a side.

  9. The menu at Franklin’s Restaurant, Brewery, and General Store in Hyattsville is extensive, and it includes a variety of burgers worth a visit. Try the Funk Seoul Brother with kimchi, chili crunch, and Kewpie mayo or the Cowboy Burger with cheddar, bacon, and BBQ sauce. Whatever you choose, the burger will be made from dry-aged, naturally raised beef from Monkton, MD.

  10. The Stanford Cheeseburger at Copper Canyon Grill in Glenarden is topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, mustard, and mayonnaise. The classic option is served with a classic side: French fries. If you prefer a vegetarian option, order The Impossible Burger. Finish your meal with the key lime pie or bread pudding.

 

Add a sweet treat to your day at one of these Prince George’s ice cream shops.