Seattle Eats

The best burgers in Seattle

September 24, 2026·22 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about why he loathes smashburgers–the flattened crispy patties with lacy edges. He’ll share where to get the best juicy, big burgers in the city instead. You can read more about why Tan prefers big juicy burgers in the Seattle Times: Seattle’s 4 best big burgers: No smashed patties, just juicy beef  And why Tan is passing on smashburgers here: Smashburgers took over Seattle. Why? Our food critic has thoughts  Discussed in this episode: Little Beast, Ballard – The “classy trashy” signature burger  The Shambles, Roosevelt – The Shamburger FlintCreek Cattle Co., Greenwood – cheeseburger special L’Oursin, Central District – fast-food-style burger Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org. Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.  Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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