The Gold Standard

Old Ebbitt Grill

The Gold Standard. Enough said. But I will say just a little bit more. The Old Ebbitt burger is the standard by which I judge every other burger. This was not a conscious choice; it's just that I found myself reflexively asking, does the first bite hit my taste buds with the same juicy, meaty, fatty, satisfying burger flavor and texture as the OEG burger? I've had one or two that come close (the Kobe burger at Thunder Burger comes very close), but no burger has ever delivered on quite the same level as the OEG. I've had it dozens of times and have never walked away disappointed. In fact, not only does the OEG burger always live up to my admittedly inflated expectations, it nearly always impresses me anew with its actual deliciousness. Well seasoned, well cooked, loosely packed so that the meat falls apart and melts in your mouth. It is a true joy of a burger - exactly what a burger is supposed to be.


The martini addendum: Some members of Burger Club like Bombay Sapphire martinis, while others prefer Ketel One. Some like dirty, some order clean. OEG does top notch versions of all.

Thanks Emily! It's only fitting that I post this on my 35th birthday. xoxo