The heat is back and so is the craving for a mouthwatering burger and an ice-cold beer. Follow your instincts and head to Thunder Burger in the heart of Georgetown. Make sure to bring with you the pickiest beer and burger snobs you know — the menu is good enough to please even them. The music you first hear when you walk in sets the tone. Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains — remember genuinely inspired rock written by talented musicians? Well, that’s all you get at Thunder Burger.
The decor has a rock ‘n’ roll feel. The walls are lined with vibrant colors, different textures and materials. Sturdy leather and wood furniture will keep you comfortable for hours while you enjoy your meal. There are several rooms inside the restaurant. If you want a quiet evening, ask for the library room. It’s the farthest from the bar and has soft, romantic lighting.
| If you go |
| Thunder Burger |
| Where: 3056 M St. NW |
| Info: 202-333-2888 |
| Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Sunday. Brunch and late-night menus available |
In terms of variety and quality, Thunder Burger excels. They serve premium all-natural, free-range beef, bison, elk, boar and turkey burgers. You can create your own or order one of their signature burgers or sandwiches. Both the turkey and elk burgers were thick, tender and juicy. Toppings include Hudson Valley Foie Gras, remoulade sauce, charred poblano peppers, wasabi mayo, homemade pico de gallo and much more. Cheese lovers will have a hard time picking among favorites like American Swiss and unique choices like Belle Etoile Triple Cream brie, gorgonzola blue cheese and Tillamook aged white cheddar.
If you want a fried egg and some applewood smoked bacon on top, they have that, too. Not a meat eater? No problem. They also serve vegetarian chili, jumbo crab cake and ahi tuna sandwiches, Portobello mushrooms, and house-made falafel burgers.
You can also have entrees like fish and chips and New York strip steak if you’re not in the mood for a burger. The beer selection is top-notch. You can get a sampler or a glass of all draft selections, so embrace the opportunity to try different ones.
