Joia Burger

Very good burger. Was actually surprised how good the burgers were. Fries were fine, nothing special, and the ice cream was above average. Good spot if you’re in a burger mood.

Simple, fast, and totally worth the visit This spot had been on my to-do list for a while, and I’m glad I finally went. The menu is simple — basically just two types of burgers plus a vegan option — but they really deliver. The burger is not only delicious, it’s also unique, which makes it absolutely worth the trip. The place is very clean, the service is fast, and they offer a good selection of drinks. If you’re in the area (or even if you’re not), this is a burger worth seeking out.

The wagyu burgers at the new Joia location are amazing! We tried both Papaya and Joia toppings for the burgers, we tried the fries and ube soft serves with sprinkles and toasted coconut! Everything tasted great, came out very fast and the interior is super cute. The ube soft serve is a must! 💜

After seeing The Washingtonian food critic post about this place having a good burger, I decided to give it a try. It is a smash patty style burger using Waygu beef. It's your choice of 1, 2, or 3 patties with either the standard Joia topping (their spin on the McDonald's special sauce) or a papaya salad topping. They are slightly heavy-handed with the sauce topping, but it's a good, fast casual burger. The fries are skin on and seasoned without being salty.

I had an amazing experience here! The food was delicious—especially the burgers—and the atmosphere was clean, welcoming, and really well put together. I even got the chance to speak with the owner, who was incredibly kind and passionate about the place. The only downside is the price. I paid around $40 for two burgers and a fry, which felt a bit steep for a quick bite. I understand they use Wagyu beef (and it definitely tastes great!), but just a heads up for anyone planning to stop in on a budget.

#1 fast casual burger in DC. Staff is super friendly and helpful, really cool selection of drinks (alcohol & non-alcohol). I got the single patty w/ Joia topping but will definitely be going for the double patty next time. Didn’t try the fries so can’t comment on those but this burger truly is outstanding. More of a quick dine place (counter service/limited seating) wouldn’t really recommend picking if you want to sit and linger and talk. But great for a quick 20 minute meal over an insane burger you will crave forever. There is a veggie burger but haven’t tried it yet.

Joia Burger is a gem! The wagyu smash burgers are insanely good—crispy edges, juicy inside, and stacked with flavor. You can tell they use top-notch ingredients, and the buns are soft but hold up perfectly. Fries were golden and addictive, and the service was quick and friendly. It’s the kind of spot where one burger isn’t enough because you want to try everything on the menu. Definitely my new go-to when I’m craving a next-level burger.

Wagyu single patty burger is okay($9), it comes with pickles and special sauce (coleslaw like and a bit sour) I would rate it 7/10 and patty is too thin for me. Fries I believe is $5 and it’s okay, plain salted. We loved the Ube soft serve!!! It’s 10/10!! Comes with sprinkles and toasted coconut it’s flavorful. Also purchased a $1 truffle sauce, it’s also good. They have an art corner with supplies for children. They even hang the art works on the wall. :) PARKING - paid street parking on both sides. They’re adding coffee soon. Will check it out soon! :)

I'm normally not a big fan of burgers, but I think burgers here are incredible! Maybe it's because of the Asian twist on the burgers, and I'm a sucker for any Asian or Asian-inspired foods lol. The burgers here are as good as In-n-Out burgers, but I think I'm slightly biased toward Joia burgers just because of that Asian twist. You can get a burger with either Joia topping or papaya salad topping--I definitely recommend the papaya salad; it's unique and tastier. Joia topping is similar to American style burger, but papaya salad is Asian-inspired and add a very refreshing kick to the burger. Ube soft serve with toasted coconut flakes was also excellent. Not too sweet, and the coconut flakes added a nice crunch to the ice cream. Service is great and friendly. Very cute ambiance with children's drawings everywhere.

I've been dying to try this place because I've heard it's the best burger in dc. I was impressed! The homemade bun was the cherry on top--the only grief I had was the special sauce. There's so much sauce out on the burger that it gets overwhelmingly messy, but maybe that's not bad to some folks! I've had many-a-Ube desserts in my life and this one was good, maybe a 8.5/10. The staff are extremely nice and the restaurant is clean. If I'm ever nearby I'd come again, but am I rushing back? Not necessarily.

The stretch in Glover Park which this place occupies is utterly barren. It has not been a source of long-term success for many businesses at all, as much as I hate to say. I hope that expanding this Mount Pleasant outlet here will be the exception, and it seemed to be doing decent business. They offer a crispy, hearty veggie burger, and it comes with a sweet and spicy topping set that does feel distinctly Filipino. I got some similarly seasoned fries, having skipped breakfast, and while they were excessive, I wouldn't argue that they weren't good. This place offers soft serve ice cream and a handful of sites, but not a lot else. They will render the burger vegan if asked, and I think it's still likely to be a satisfying experience without the one slice of cheese. The space is narrow, but clean and airy and certainly worth eating in. I got takeout as I wanted to enjoy the fall weather and avoid any tipping shenanigans as other reviewers noted.

Joia smashed it out of the park with their delicious smash burger!! If you've got a hankering for an In 'n Out burger, but you find yourself stuck in the East Coast - this is the place to get your fix!! Dare I say that this is even better?! I'm not a huge mayonnaise person, so I personally would opt out of getting their signature sauce (which is mayo based with veggies). They also have a green papaya salad topping, which I'll get next time I'm there. This is a Filipino and woman-owned establishment, and I love how they weave in nods to their culture with their different offerings and takes on the classic burger. My order arrived fresh, piping hot and SO juicy! The bread was also nice, soft and light - the perfect vehicle for the patty. I ordered the fries to go with it, which was a great choice. They somehow magically stayed crispy the entire hour that I was dining there (I was really nursing those fries - and didn't want them to end!) The waitstaff was also super friendly and took the time to describe each menu option. They even gave me a sample of the Ube Softserve ice cream, which was quite refreshing on a hot day! I love how the restaurant seems to have a deep connection to the neighborhood. The interior was filled with colorful art from local school children. I also saw the owner treat a neighboring shopkeeper to a burger (the dry cleaners next door who have been around for decades). It was so sweet to see!

I could eat their burgers EVERY SINGLE DAY! So fresh! So yum! I am so embarrassed! Yes, I ordered 3 days in a row! I would tell someone about it and they'd wanna try it! Who am IIIIIII to deprive someone of such deliciousness?!

This is an awesome new addition to the Glover park neighborhood! I loved their ube soft serve with the toasted coconut flakes and sprinkles. Can't wait to come back and try their burgers!

About a 2-2.5: Welcome to Glover Park, Joia - From the owner of Purple Patch, this burger place had just opened up their 2nd location. Joia Burgers is known for their 'American Wagyu smash burgers', which comes with American cheese, topped with the chef's special sauce that is mixed with diced lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles, served on potato buns. You could opt for a single, double, or a triple patty. There is not much room for customizations. They also have a veggie bean burger option, fries, sides (such as the bacon pasta salad, Filipino fruit salad), and ube soft serve. Honestly, the burgers are extremely overpriced and isn't justifiable. Note that their 'sauce' drops the temperature of the burger, which is off putting. Staff were friendly, but could have been more efficient; there's also a handful of seating inside. Limited street parking can be found in the area. +get the chef's 'sauce/topping' on the side +overpriced +limited street parking

From the reviews, it seems like this place just opened but we had the opportunity to try it since we were in the area. I'm glad they had a vegetarian option so I had the black bean burger with the atsara. I thought it was a lovely compliment to the burger. Aside from burgers fries & soft serve there's not much on the menu but I liked what I had! A bit pricey for a burger joint but interesting. I had the coconut soft serve which was the nondairy option which I enjoyed.

So delicious! I had the veggie burger with Joia toppings, and my partner had the double Waygu burger and we both loved them. Also tried the Joia fries which are loaded up with their Joia toppings (mayo based sauce with diced veggies). Casual spot, and order is prepared pretty quickly. Only con: quite overpriced

As a long-term resident of Glover Park, who patronized most of the dining establishments along Wisconsin Ave, I was very disappointed. They add a 20% tip automatically at checkout. The cashier and the manager were very rude in claiming that "everyone does this" Nope, not true. When asking for a refund, they were defensive and took a long time. Once done, I asked for a paper receipt. They said that they couldn't offer one. After demanding one. They finally produced one. When asking to speak with the owner, they said that she wasn't there. I asked for her phone number was directed to an email address posted on the wall seven feet up! As an rideshare driver in and around the neighborhood, I try to promote local eateries...not this place now.

Great burger... plain and simple. If you like smash burgers they do a really good job. Four stars just because the menu is a bit limited.

The second location is just as awesome as the first. The flavor meld of the papaya (atsara) topping with patty and the melted cheese.... Chefs kiss!!! The Joia fries are amazing, they remind of In-N-Out animal fries except better - the Joia topping is a little more tart but the flavor is incredibly balanced. I neglected to take a pretty pic of the soft serve, but if you like ube and coconut, trust me the swirl soft serve is for you. The new location is bigger than the OG Joia. It has stools against the wall or the front for you to wait or eat. They also have seating with pretty purple benches on one side of the table, opposite a wall that has Filipino snacks and drinks for sale. As well as books and coloring items for kids. The staff, like in OG Joia or Purple Patch, are just as awesome! Glover Park location is definitely worth the trek!

Always great service and there food is absolutely delicious!!! Would definitely recommend one of my favorite places to grab a meal if I don't have anything to eat at home!

This is located is the former Z Burger/ All About Burger location. Although the menu is small, the burgers and fries are very good. The burger has the Joia ingredients that can get messy but are a great combination. The fries were fresh, crispy and very tasty. The service was quick but it wasn't too busy. Definitely a great addition to Glover Park.

Burger is good, fries are normal. As someone who doesn't eat burgers frequently, I couldn't really taste the difference between wagyu and regular beef. Maybe I could if I didn't get any toppings, but for $9 I felt like getting everything included. The burger has a coleslaw of pickle, tomato, lettuce, onion and a sauce that tastes like the Big Mac sauce from McDonald's. Everything about this place shows promise and authenticity (staff friendly, accommodations, things to do for the kids) but lacks the variety and uniqueness as a restaurant. Like they serve ice cream...but 3 other places on that block do too. They're opening coffee...but there's a Lavazza and a whole foods next door. And if you're looking for more meat options there's a bbq place next door as well. So TLDR: burger is solid, but not worth the $9.