Buns of Glory: Where to Celebrate National Burger Day
May 28 is National Burger Day—and Staunton is bringing the beef!
Whether you’re a burger purist or searching for something bold and unexpected, downtown Staunton serves up stacked patties, crave-worthy toppings, and vegetarian-friendly twists that deserve a moment in the spotlight. Here’s where to grab a bite and celebrate big:
BLU Point Seafood Co.
Known for fresh oysters and seafood-forward fare, BLU Point also knows how to impress the landlovers. Their smash burger is a choose-your-own-adventure masterpiece: go single, double, triple—or take on the mighty quad. Topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion, it’s a solid go-to with big flavor.
For National Burger Day (available May 28 through the weekend), they’re giving their signature dish a creative twist. Try their National Burger Day Special: a smashburger topped with sriracha lime mayo, pickled ginger slaw, American cheese, and a fried egg.
Byers Street Bistro
Colorful, casual, and home to one of the best patios in downtown, Byers Street Bistro offers an entire lineup of burgers made with fresh ground chuck and cooked to juicy perfection. Two standout favorites:
GREEN CHILE BURGER – With pepper jack, green chile pesto, chipotle aioli, pico de gallo, pickled red onions, and lettuce, this one packs some serious Southwestern punch.
HAYSTACK BURGER – Layered with American cheese, bourbon-infused BBQ sauce, crispy onion straws, dill pickles, lettuce, and tomato. It’s the flavor-layered comfort burger you didn’t know you needed.
Remedy Burger
Recently named one of the Best Burger Joints in the Shenandoah Valley by Virginia Living, Remedy is the no-frills, all-flavor stop for serious burger fans. Their signature Remedy Burger is a classic done right: double smashed patties, American cheese, pickles, white onion, iceberg lettuce, and house-made Remedy Sauce—all stacked on a sesame bun.
Looking for a lighter bite? Their broccoli burger is a veggie-packed alternative that doesn’t skimp on satisfaction.
The Depot Grille
Housed in a historic train station, The Depot Grille offers a relaxed atmosphere with comfort food classics. Their classic burger—char-grilled and served on a brioche bun with lettuce and tomato—is a reliable favorite. You can build it up with bacon and cheddar or opt for an earthy flavor with mushrooms and Swiss.
Sunday Brunch Feature: Don’t miss the Brunch Burger—a half-pound patty topped with applewood-smoked bacon, melted cheddar, and a fried egg on a toasted brioche bun, served with seasoned brunch potatoes. It’s the perfect way to wrap up a weekend.