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Holy Cow, the ultimate Hamburger restaurant destination in Alexandria, VA! Located at 2312 Mt Vernon Ave, we serve the juiciest, mouth-watering burgers that will leave you craving for more. Our menu features a wide variety of signature burgers, sandwiches, and salads, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cheeseburger or something more adventurous, our chefs have got you covered. Enjoy a casual dining experience in our cozy atmosphere, perfect for families, friends, and coworkers alike. Take a break from the hustle and bustle and treat yourself to a Holy Cow burger today!

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David Montanez
David Montanez -Google user
Edited 6 months ago
We found this place online and wanted to give a try. Sooooo Glad we did!!! It was Delicious. Best burger I've had in DC. The milkshakes were soooooo good. I would definitely recommend for great food. It's worth the drive. We will definitely be back...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20French Fries, Pulled Pork, The Holy Pig, Create Your Own BurgerPlenty of parkingFree street parking
Micah Walters
Micah Walters -Google user
2 years ago
This is one of our favorite burger places, and we come here regularly. The food is excellent, and the location in Del Ray had lots of other fun stores nearby. The burgers are great whether you build your own or select one of the menu options....Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20
Karinabel -
Karinabel - -Google user
Edited 3 months ago
Great burgers all the time. Whether getting a classic burger to your own creations. There’s something good for everyone. I made a turkey burger with arugula and Gouda cheese.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 4
Topher Ellis
Topher Ellis -Google user
3 years ago
It's not often you get to have "the best" of something, but in our recent visit to this burger place we had exactly that. My son and I have been visiting burger places and rating them.. looking for the best burger for us. ...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20
john d Lin
john d Lin -Google user
2 years ago
Wow what a milkshake, very vanilla is amazing. Sweet, great texture, good portion, not to much or too little. But you want more after. Max and cheese in your burger and sauce gives a great little kick. Sweet potatoes fries are well baked. A...Read More
Take outFood: 5
Jessica Nosack
Jessica Nosack -Google user
4 years ago
We ordered the cajun fries, sweet potato fries, and the titan totes. As for our burgers we had 2 build your own. I also ordered a Very Vanilla shake. The service was all so sweet, the cashier took his time with us, and as we were...Read More
Omar Sodanarg
Omar Sodanarg -Google user
2 years ago
Yo, this place is absolutely amazing. The other day I ordered a customized salad worth like 25 bucks and the manager was like "dang this is the biggest single order I've ever rang up." I also went there again today and definitely felt such a...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Parents were there with Thier kids just having such a great time.
Rafael Melo
Rafael Melo -Google user
3 months ago
First time there and it didn’t disappoint! Burgers were very good. The patties were juicy and had a nice smokiness to them. The onion rings were on point but the Cajun fries were kind of uneventful in my opinion. Menu has some solid selections on it...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 51 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people
Scott White
Scott White -Google user
a year ago
What a great place for burgers. Not only is the food great, but the staff and overall setting are as well. Even better, there’s a small parking lot nearby if you can’t find street parking. The burgers and dogs are above the rest with flavor...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Free parking lot
Linh Le
Linh Le -Google user
a month ago
Holy Cow was this place good! Had the Holy Pig and boy was that baby STACKED! The build your own burger selections were of large variety! The loaded fries were nice and spicy and how can you go wrong with some sweet potato fries(bonus pts...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5No waitSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree street parkingVery Kid friendly
Rachel Myers
Rachel Myers -Google user
a year ago
Wow! Burger joints be on alert because all future burger places will be judged against Holy Cow. You can order a themed burger or build your own. My husband ordered the Holy Cow while our son and myself built our own. All of our burgers tasted...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Create Your Own BurgerFree street parkingParking is along the street, we were there around 6:00PM and didn't have a problem finding a spot.
dikaa87
dikaa87 -Google user
5 months ago
I’ve been coming to this place for so long. One of my favorite for hamburgers, I love the food, sauces, service! 10/10
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Diana Stephens
Diana Stephens -Google user
a month ago
I tried the Japanese Milk bun on my Build Your Own burger. Our group decided to order 2/3’ds burgers so we could have it later for dinner. The onion rings and fries were crisp and hot when they came to our table. Service with a...Read More
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Moderate noiseIndoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace, Booth seatingBeyond BurgerPlenty of parkingPaid parking lot, Paid street parkingLock your bike in front.
Sydney Schneider
Sydney Schneider -Google user
2 months ago
Wow! This place has one of the best burgers I’ve ever had! I had a 2/3 lb patty on a brioche roll with hot honey cheddar, fried pickles, caramelized onions, turkey bacon and garlic aioli and it was BANGING! I couldn’t even take pictures because...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
L Jovanovich
L Jovanovich -Google user
10 months ago
This place is outstanding. The food is so good and with all the options and toppings you can choose from to build your own burger how can you go wrong? The ingredients are quality and they have options I never would have thought to put...Read More
Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 4Garlic Fries, French Fries, Create Your Own Burger, Dipping SaucesFree parking lot, Free street parking
K F
K F -Google user
5 years ago
Summary: Yummy burgers and fries done the right way! Burgers are great and fries are awesomely flavorful too! Highly recommend. I came here for the first time with some friends to give this place a try and it did not disappoint! We ordered the double cheeseburger,...Read More
Nicholas Hall
Nicholas Hall -Google user
a week ago
Have been coming here since the beginning of the summer and have not been disappointed. I've tried the pulled pork the brisket and the burnt ends. The owner is usually working there during the week he has no problem helping you pick out a good...Read More
Dinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkNo wait
Stephanie DeYoung
Stephanie DeYoung -Google user
2 months ago
I had the most delicious burger, Sacre Bleu! The honey truffle elevated the burger and enhance all the delicacies!! The service was fabulous! My bestie had the empanadas and said they were delicious and no sauce needed. We also had sweet potato fries and again...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Michiel Kidane
Michiel Kidane -Google user
2 months ago
Mind you I'm going literally an hour before they close BUT service was amazing and Fldood was beyond amazing. I would definitely say the variety of burgers they have are great but I'm a basic burger guy when trying a new place and they...Read More
$10–20Atmosphere: 4Southern BurgerModerate noiseNo waitKind of...they do have a vegan/vegetarian burger but I haven't tried it.Somewhat difficult to find parkingPaid street parkingYep for sure.Yep...though the doors are wide enough to get in, it is a bit tight to maneuver.
Antwan Olin
Antwan Olin -Google user
a month ago
The best burger East of the Mississippi. So, so good, hard to put into words. I had a double burger with cheddar, sautéed mushrooms, and crispy onions with secret sauce.
Dine inBreakfast$20–30Atmosphere: 5Not sureStay out

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