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You can find a burger on the menu of almost every restaurant, bar, or food truck in Frederick.  That doesn’t mean you should order it.  However, in this article, Nicole and I will tell you where to find the Best Burger in Frederick, MD. 

There are some delicious options.

Where to Find the Best Burger in Frederick, Maryland

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Map of the Best Burger Joints in Frederick MD

(Have you tried these burgers? Are there any burger places in Frederick we missed?  Let us know in the comments.)

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1. The BackSlash Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  It was big news to many of us in Frederick when, in February 2026, this establishment rebranded.  What used to be Fifty-Fifty Burger is now BackSlash Burger.

Worry not, Nicole and I have already tried the rebranded BackSlash Burger, and they are still the best in Frederick.

In fact, we rank BackSlash Burger as one of the best places to eat in Frederick, period.  BackSlash burgers are still made from 50% beef and 50% bacon, and this combination makes for incredibly delicious burgers.

BackSlash also has lots of other things going for it.  The Old Bay Fries are very Maryland and very delicious. 

Plus, BackSlash sits at the back of Olde Mother Brewing, one of our favorite breweries in Frederick.  So you can enjoy your burger with fries and any of several craft beers.

So, if you are looking for a great burger in Frederick, it starts and ends with BackSlash.

2. Maxwell's Large Maxx Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  This is another Frederick Burger joint that has it all.  Maxwell’s Burgers on Patrick Street in downtown Frederick serves up incredible burgers, multiple types of fries, handspun shakes (including ‘adult shakes’), and craft beers.

Maxwell’s is a creation of another Frederick restaurant staple, The Wine Kitchen on the Creek.  It’s a popular place, and with a small, narrow dining room, it often has a wait.

But the wait is well worth it.  The burgers are made from locally sourced Angus beef, and you can also opt for a Wagyu burger. 

While I haven’t tried them, several other options are on the menu, such as a crispy chicken sandwich and a tuna burger. 

When paired with Max fries or sweet potato fries and a shake or craft beer, a burger meal doesn’t get much better.

3. The Garage Smash Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  Nicole and I discovered this hidden gem of a restaurant in Frederick on a rainy Saturday and have loved it ever since. 

The Garage is located in an obscure spot in an ndustrial park near the Frederick airport, very close to Dragon Distillery.

The Garage is better known for its wood-oven pizzas, but I believe the best thing on its menu is the burger. 

The Garage also serves fries and ‘tator’ tots, and when paired with a local craft beer, you have one of the best burger meals in Frederick.

You are just as likely to see The Garage food truck around town in Frederick.  Either way, it’s a must-try!

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4. Bentztown Smashed Butcher Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  Bentztown emerged as the hottest new restaurant in Frederick in 2024, making a splash as a Nashville-themed music venue and Southern food venue.

Bentztown has a lot to love- a great bar, elevated comfort food menu, and a consistent string of musical acts playing on its stage.  We rate it as one of the best bars in Frederick; check out the cocktail menu and the whiskey flights.

We recently tried the Smashed Butcher Burger on the Bentztown menu, and it delivers!  A burger and beer at the Bentztown bar is quickly becoming one of the best meal experiences in town.

5. Hootch and Banter The "Kidd" Prime Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  Hootch and Banter is Frederick’s ultimate sandwich-and-beer joint.  Prime location, cool bar, and a sandwich menu that includes its signature dish – The Banter (corn beer).

But H&B also serves a great burger.  The “Kidd” Prime Burger is large, juicy, and most notable for the wood-smoked bacon piled high.  The ketchup that accompanies the fries is homemade.

The biggest problem you’ll have with Hootch and Banter is getting a table.  It’s hugely popular and not a large place. 

But make it happen!  Get a spot at the bar and order a burger and beer.  Frederick, Maryland, heaven!

6. White Rabbit Gastropub Smash Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  One of our favorite dining experiences in Frederick is visiting the White Rabbit Gastropub, tucked away in downtown Frederick—a pub atmosphere full of character, most known for their Detroit-style pizza.

The pizza is fantastic, but don’t sleep on the White Rabbit Smash Burger.  Fully customizable, you can get as many patties piled on as your server will allow (I usually get two). 

Paired with the fries (Old Bay) and a local craft beer, it probably could be ranked higher on this list. 

7. Wilcom's Inn Wilcom's Burger (Monrovia, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  Wilcom’s Inn is a joint 15 minutes east of Frederick near Monrovia.  From the outside, it doesn’t look like much. But wow, do we love this place.

Wilcom’s is maybe the sneakiest good restaurant in the Frederick area. It is mostly known for its steaks, Peruvian food, and surprisingly great wine list.

But there’s a decent bar, and visiting Wilcom’s for the Wilcom’s Burger, Fries, and a beer is a favorite weekend activity of mine. 

I do it regularly after playing at one of the many Frederick area golf courses.

8. Brewers Alley Original Alley Burger (Frederick, MD)

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What Makes This Burger Joint Great:  Most breweries that serve food serve up burgers. 

Brewer’s Alley is one of Frederick’s premier breweries and a full-service bar and restaurant in the heart of downtown.  And you can get a great burger there!

There is both The Original Alley Burger and a Double Smash Burger on the menu, and both are solid.  Customize it however you want (the Smash comes with an interesting Jalapeño Bacon jam), and pair it with one of their craft beers!

I’d recommend sitting on the top deck of Brewer’s Alley when the weather permits.  One of the cool spots in downtown Frederick!

We Love Our Hamburgers and Cheeseburgers

We love our hamburgers and cheeseburgers here in the US.  A quick search shows that Americans consume fifty billion burgers a year, almost 3 per person per week (!).

It’s no wonder burger joints are so popular, and why cheeseburgers and smashburgers are so prominent on restaurant menus. 

You can get a burger in virtually every restaurant in Frederick.

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How Do We Rank Frederick Burger Restaurants?

Serving a great burger meal or establishing a burger restaurant may seem simplistic.  Grill up burgers, serve with fries and drinks.  How hard can it be?

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But a truly special burger meal takes more nuance and effort. 

Here are the criteria we notice in a really great burger restaurant and what we used to rank the Frederick burger restaurants in this list:

  1. The Quality and Taste of the Burger Meat
  2. Toppings (this is highly personal, and Nicole and I have VERY different tastes)
  3. The Fries
  4. Drink Options (bonus for shakes and craft beer)
  5. The Vibe of the Restaurant
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