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Big Buns
Burger Joint and American Restaurant$$$$
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington
Ranked #5 for burger joints in Arlington
"The chipotle pesto aioli is great on fries and burgers!"(4 Tips)
"The fish burger is fantastic."(6 Tips)
"Best sweet potato fries..make sure you get some"(7 Tips)
"mango-black bean salsa"(2 Tips)
74 Tips and reviewsFilter:
- burgers
- french fries
- milkshakes
- chipotle pesto aioli
- bean salsa
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- Washington PostMarch 11, 2013Here they ask for orders in stages to ensure complete customization. Choose a beef, chicken or fish burger and add toppings like mango-black bean salsa, fried egg, and grilled pineapple. Not at once. Read more
- MelissaMarch 19, 2014The fish burger is fantastic. All of the toppings are top notch, especially the mango black bean salsa. Great sweet tater fries and cheap draft beers. Best burger place around
Scope Enterprise LabsMay 16, 2019This place has good buggers. The people here are nice. Also the place is clean for the most part. We would say that there should be more setting. But over all the place is a nice place. Great Place!!!
The place is known for its burgers, but it also has excellent French fries and shakes. They pair the fries and burgers with a tasty mix of sauces.
Eric GunsserMarch 28, 2021Burger was Awesome. Asked for medium was. Perfect medium. Just really great burger. Fries. Yum. Shake. Great.
Matthew MartinDecember 29, 2015Veggie burger and quinoa on the side. Tastes good, filling. Tastes like they make them on site. Even if you suffer from veggie burger fatigue this one feels new and fresh.
Kara MundyAugust 7, 2017If I had to choose to eat one thing for the rest of my life - it'd be their truffle park fries.
- NOM NOM BorisApril 16, 2013stop by for some of the most nomnom Onion Rings (5/5 NOMs) and dip into Herb Ranch sauce goodness. Ask for them off their Secret Menu. More tips & pics @ nomnomboris.com
Liz RattrayOctober 17, 2015Build your own burger with so many options! Also sweet potato fries. Also beer. Also it's called big buns.
MeagsJune 29, 2015Their gluten free buns are fantastic and the fryers are now gluten free because they stopped serving onions rings and other breaded fried foods.
Abrar AlsuwainaJune 15, 2015I really love this place! Try the beef bowl and add your own toppings, or portobello Mushroom instead of beef for vegetarians
It's just a pity they took the best burger out of the menu! R.I.P The Magic Mushroom! (Even though, all burgers are awesome)- Kara MundyAugust 7, 2017Wow! Nutella shake and chocolate peanut butter shake were good, but the concrete was the star.
Todd KunaApril 10, 2019Offers the impossible burger on all their specialty options. Great house IPA in collab with Atlas Brewing- NOM NOM BorisApril 16, 2013go half and half and enjoy some of the best French Fries and Sweet Potatoes Fries with Herb Ranch sauce. More tips & pics @ nomnomboris.com
Burgers are juicy and delicious. Definitely worth it!
The peanut butter shake is amazing. The burgers are delicious too (great topping options).
Feats With FriendsNovember 15, 2012Can you beat the record for fastest burger at Big Buns on Feats With Friends? Here's a link to the Feat: http://www.featswithfriends.com/feats/36
aroSeptember 1, 2011the burgers are big & juicy, even when cooked well done! the honey mustard & aioli sauces are great and the fries are mmmm! you can't lose!- Bryan WApril 25, 2015The best fries I've ever had. Make sure you dip them in the chipotle pesto aioli.
- Best ever burgers and sides. And the adult shakes are awesome.
Nick DotyNovember 18, 2015Burger on top of greens is delicious! Great for people who can't do a bun.- NOM NOM BorisApril 16, 2013go meaty goodness with Angus Beef Burger $8 (5/5 NOMs) with amazing toppings. More tips & pics @ nomnomboris.com
Katie S.March 19, 2015They stopped offering fried onion rings as a topping because the gluten free people ruin everything good
Best beef and salmon burgers in Arlington VA. If on diet try the kids meal too.- Best Burgers in Arlington. Try Salmon Burger too. Super nice staff indeed.
Sit outside in the sun... Good times... Great place to eat!!! My favorite burgers in the DC Metro area!!!
sweetpearacerAugust 23, 2018You cannot eat all of these fries alone. You can try, but you will fail.
LaceyNovember 13, 2011This place has excellent service! The people here couldn't be nicer. I came for the first time tonight and will definitely be back
DaByrdman33October 24, 2014The burger was good but better with bacon. The onion rings are awesome when they're hot.
Be sure to use the 4sq deal from 2-6- 2 burgers for $8. Great "make your own burgers" and shakes.
Raquel ImesOctober 23, 2012If the usual batch of sweet potato fries is too big for you, ask for a half order.
Great burgers, though sometimes, they can get a little too big and fall apart in your hands. They have good fries here too.
Akshay AnikhindiJanuary 19, 2015Really don't see the hype about the place. Burgers are just ok. Beer selection is fantastic.
Brooke HardisonMarch 13, 2011Food was amazing. My white sweater was, admittedly, a mistake. It gets messy -- dress accordingly.
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Big Buns
4401 Wilson Blvd (at Taylor St, in the courtyard)
Arlington, VA 22203
United States
Arlington, VA 22203
United States
A Washington Post Best Bet & City Paper Best Of that's been serving DAMN GOOD BURGERS + BEER since 2007
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:05 PM
- Sat
- Noon–10:05 PM
- Sun
- Noon–8:35 PM
(703) 276-3032
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer
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