What Makes a Burger Juicy? Secrets Behind Our Patties
When someone bites into a burger from All About Burger, the first thing they notice is the juicy, flavorful patty — and trust us, that’s no accident. There’s a lot more to a juicy burger than just slapping meat on a grill. From meat selection to preparation and cooking techniques, here are the secrets behind the patties that keep our customers coming back for more.
1. It Starts with Fresh, Never-Frozen Beef
The biggest secret? Freshness. At All About Burger, we only use never-frozen, locally sourced beef that’s ground fresh every single day. Freezing meat can damage its cellular structure, leading to a dry, rubbery texture after cooking. Fresh beef retains its natural juices and flavor, giving each bite a rich, satisfying taste.
2. Fat Ratio Matters (And We Get It Just Right)
We use beef with the perfect lean-to-fat ratio — typically around 80/20. Why does this matter? Because fat = flavor. A little fat keeps the patty juicy while cooking and gives that classic, mouthwatering burger taste without being greasy.
Pro Tip: Too lean, and your burger dries out. Too fatty, and it falls apart. We hit the sweet spot every time.
3. The Way We Form the Patty is Key
We don’t press, overwork, or flatten the beef into submission. Over-handling meat breaks down the texture and squeezes out moisture. Our patties are lightly formed to keep air pockets intact and juices locked in.
At All About Burger, each patty is shaped with care — thick enough to retain juices, thin enough to cook evenly.
4. Grilled to Perfection (No Shortcuts Here)
Our burgers are grilled fresh to order — no heat lamps, no pre-cooking. Cooking burgers on a flat-top grill helps seal in the juices and gives that delicious crust on the outside while staying tender inside.
We never press our patties down on the grill, because that forces out the flavorful juices. It’s one of the most common mistakes — and one we never make.
5. Let it Rest (Yes, Even Burgers)
Once the burger is cooked, we let it rest for a few seconds before assembling the final masterpiece. Why? Because that short pause lets the juices redistribute inside the patty — so when you bite in, the juice stays in your mouth, not on the plate.
Freshness from A to Z — That’s the All About Burger Promise
At All About Burger, juicy patties are just one part of the experience. We keep everything fresh — from our hand-sliced fries cooked in peanut oil, to onion rings fried on the spot, to fresh-baked buns made daily. No frozen ingredients, no compromises.
Find Us in Washington DC and Arlington
Come and taste what a real juicy burger should be like. Visit us at:
📍 Clarendon
3325 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, 22201
📞 (703) 636-2577
📍 4th Street
1101 4th St SW, Washington DC, 20024
📞 (202) 599-0400
📍 Chinatown
501 H St NW, Washington DC, 20001
📞 (202) 560-5466
Final Thoughts: Juiciness You Can Taste
Juicy burgers don’t happen by chance. At All About Burger, they’re the result of craftsmanship, quality, and our unwavering commitment to freshness. One bite, and you’ll know the difference.
