One of the best burgers in the DMV. Well worth the trip. The ladies behind the counter were kind and know how to make a great burger.

Lived in Moco on and off for 50 years and passed this place countless times heading to Route 70 at the corner of Georgia avenue and New Hampshire ave. Pulled in, and there is ample parking available and went into the store. It is a true old time country store. The look of the outside matches the look inside. Went back to the grill and ordered two hamburgers. Let me tell you one of the burgers can feed two people. They cook it to order on the grill in front of you and have all the toppings a normal person would want. Everyone was friendly and the service was impeccable. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed. read more

Sunshine General Store - Breakfast menu 10/30/25 - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

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if I could give less stars I would. google is way wrong about this place. I am amazed the place has not fallen over. the place was dirty, greasy and black mold growing on the vents. the amount of grease on the grill and dirt was so much I am amazed a fire has not burned the place down. the food is not anything you can't find in any cafeteria and nothing special. I am amazed I didn't get food poisoning read more

Really Really good burgers, and a setting that brings me back to the 80's.... It's up to you to decide if that's good or not. I saw this place on a TikTok, listed as one of the best burgers in Maryland, so I took note. When I was in the area, I stopped in, and was not disappointed. The service was friendly and straightforward. Don't expect any fancy ingredients, it's just the basics, and I'm just fine with that. read more

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I think I get why this place is so popular - I mean they do a crazy good business both in the tiny gas station shop and over the phone - it's kind of quirky (the shelves are packed with drinks and chips and things to munch on with you food and then like one can of soup! ). It's unique. It's nostalgic. My friend raves about the burgers here and I think burgers are so hard to rate - but if I were to be totally honest - the burger is straight average - every other burger is either above or below, solid 5: seasoned patty, plain grilled bun, standard fixings. Now he swears by the fried egg and onions but I just had lettuce tomato and pickles so maybe I just made the wrong choice ‍ but yeah... Fun outing to Maryland for us, definitely unique and the people running it were wonderful, but I don't need to go back. I will say this though - you get a massive burger for the price- I mean it is one thick patty! And we talked to some regulars who said they have a darn good breakfast. read more

I am telling you! Get a burger here! Get some breakfast. Grab that bacon. It is soooo damn good! Very neighborhood vibe with the same staff throughout the years. read more

The only thing that would make their food even better would be a genuine charcoal grill. Despite that limitation, these remain the best tasting burgers in the area. PERIOD!! read more

A hidden gem with the best burgers!! The ingredients here are the best making this one of the best burgers in the area. Skip the big restaurants and pro es, this burger is under $15 and will satisfy all cravings. Most people order for pick up. There is a small table and diner style bar to eat in. The best quality is what keeps this little spot open and busy. Worth the drive! read more

Sunshine General Store - Burger - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

I had high expectations of Sunshine given the stellar reviews of being known as the best burgers in MoCo, but was surprised and disappointed. The burgers are a single patty, large in size, and cost around $10 each, but were tasteless. The meat was not seasoned at all. Some of the reviews started the burgers can be overly salted, but I would have loved some salt. The only taste the burger had was the ketchup and mustard. The tomatoes, lettuce, and bun at least seemed fresh. What I found odd was when the employee taking the order was using a mirror when speaking to customers rather than turning around to take the order. Perhaps there was a reason for this, but I didn't ask. The store itself is dingy, dirty, and unappealing. But somehow this place is still popular! read more

Sunshine General Store - Burger (onions were not cooked) - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

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Really great hamburger! A friend told me about how their hamburger was voted best in the state. We had to try it. Not the best I've ever had, but definitely worth it. I highly recommend. read more

I had been in here years before to get some bait for fishing, but we finally stopped in today to get a couple of burgers based upon the recommendations of a lot of people and published reviews. The good? Wonderful burgers that lived up to the hype. Large, hot and so delicious. The bad? My family and I look like an average piece of white bread but my wife understands spoken Spanish completely so when two guys came in and ordered their food 5 minutes AFTER we ordered and were told in Spanish that they were going to be moved to the front of the line and don't worry about the the three of us sitting at the table, it kinda left a bitter taste to the visit. Just food for thought lady behind the counter. Would I eat there again? Yes. read more

Wonderful people run this venerable road side gourmet palace of a place. Every thing I have ever had here was completely enjoyable. The beautiful young ladies - all mothers and their daughters are fantastic managers and very caring and so friendly to everyone. read more

Owner is an entitled jerk that insults customers when they don't want to spend 3$ on a small bag of chips then tells them to restock the chips because his ankles are swollen from diabetes. Upon asking for a refund for the food he further tries to insult you by making jokes about customers not having money. His waddle is pretty entertaining though. read more

Have read lots of reviews about the burgers at SGS & every one was a rave. One article I read claimed it was 'the best burger in Montgomery County.' We were skeptical but decided to give it a try. Those reviews were not just hype! The burger size was generous as were the toppings. It was seasoned & cooked perfectly. It was juicy & so flavorful. We are happy to add our raves to all the others! The staff there is so nice & friendly. Definitely a go-to for great burgers! read more

I eat a lot of burgers (as Yelp has pointed out to me) & the Sunshine Burger is truly a champion! A king among kings! 1st the beef is juicy w a perfect char around the edges. Juicy but not that it drips all down your hand. Probably a good 8oz patty. My husband said his bacon cheeseburger was the best he's ever had. The best! Why? He said the bacon was perfectly cooked & was in every bite including the last. The super nice ladies will cook your Sunshine burger exactly as you like it - perfection on a bun. Please note they can get pretty busy sometimes so it's possible to order your burger or sandwich ahead. Speaking of sandwiches- the BLT the lady got looked amazing! Take a trip out to Sunshine & get super awesome lunch! read more

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Burgers delight in a unassuming little gas station old time corner store! Don't forget to stop by here for a real treat, i only really order the bacon cheeseburger here because it has such a great combination of taste and nostalgic flavor to it. It reminds me of the best burger as a kid that is not full of additives and fillings but also fresh! This place will not be the one you will take your first date to impress, because it is still an old and not the cleanest little carry out but do come and get some to go and you won't be disappointed. It is quite a drive from the city so, if you plan your route to somewhere else, just try to make a detour and stop by! read more

Service and atmosphere is always friendly, helpful and reliable! The food was awesome 12 years ago when I retired and left the area for West Virginia cottage home! I am coming back for a special trip to get one of those Steak, cheeze and fried onion subs! Yes I will make the 300 mile round trip to get the tasty Sub! Rocky Sullivan. read more

Read about the burgers, had to try for myself. Can confirm they're quite good. Will definitely be coming back

Best burgers around. Hidden gem In the area - can be crowded at times empty at others. Good soda variety for small place as well. read more

The burgers were as delicious as promised - I'd been hearing about them and wanting to try for years. And the service was very friendly.

This place's super run down & it looks like it hasn't passed inspection in decades. However, don't let it fool you because they serve the best burger in DMV! It's just your basic, classic burger - no special sauce, no fancy toppings or seasonings. Just a good old fashioned hamburger. The patty's super juicy, non-greasy, cooked into perfection. Their single patty's equivalent to most double patties. Buns're solid enough that it won't break when you start biting into them. Portion's pretty large, price's reasonable (burgers starting at $10). Amazing burgers!!! read more

It's an old fashioned general store. Amazing and cool. Good memories!!! Best place to get a burger that is really yummy. Usually fairly quick, depends on time and how many orders ahead of you. read more

Can't beat the local food, the location, the staff, and the portions. Nice place to meet strangers and have good food. read more

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Staff is like family, food is cooked by warm souls who knows how to cook, and it gives you that classic general store vibe. If you live close enough to slide there for breakfast or lunch, I highly recommend. Plus you can get gas too. What's there to complain about? absolutely nothing!! Always good people in there with good conversations. read more

Sunshine General Store - Gas prices are normal, and the views are amazing at sunrise/sundown. Hence the towns name ! SunShine. - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

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I've been coming here since 1987 although it's been around for a lot longer than that. This place is a local favorite lunch stop for doctors, lawyers, bankers, farmers, roofers, truck drivers, you name it. Not cardiologists though. The establishment has the best burger ever made anywhere, hands down. Fresh half-pound of ground chuck from Mt Airy Meat locker delivered daily. Buns are the same buns used at Burger King for the whopper, unavailable in grocery stores. Secret homemade dry seasoning mix goes on each burger during the cook and can't be beat. Grilled on a griddle that has at least a half century of seasoning cooked into it. This is a very slow-cooked burger and is then sliced in half and wrapped tight in a burger wrap, which allows the burger steam to flavor the bun. Amazingly tender, juicy and flavorful which is what sets it apart. Cheese is American or provolone, your choice. Super friendly staff. Might be wise to call ahead as burgers are cooked and made to order and take about 20 minutes if there is no crowd. My old neighbor, Mr. Ruby, used to drive out to Sunshine for a burger about once a month. He'd get into his old Cadillac and drive from Glen Echo to Sunshine. About a 45-50 min drive. Worth it! He'd get two burgers, one for him and one for his dog. Cash only. Limited seating inside. Take out advised, although they have a couple nice picnic tables outside overlooking some farmland if the weather's nice. I memorized their phone number long ago. 774-7428. read more

Very good basic burger. You won't get anything crazy or fancy but for a regular burger I give it an 8/10. The store could use a little makeover but it's also cool that they are keeping it the same way it's been for years! read more

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I called my bacon cheeseburger order in 15 minutes before arriving. It was a rough looking place around the edges but when I went inside I was greeted by some very kind hearted people with great smiles. The chef, Margarita is one of the nicest people ever. She had my burger ready for me before I even got to the counter. The burger was juicy. Good meat to topping ratio. The sesame seed bun was toasted. It was a well crafted burger. I also got a frostie root beer to drink with it. It complimented the burger well. It truly was the best burger I have eaten in the state of Maryland. There is no reason this place shouldn't be 5 stars. read more

Sunshine General Store - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

This very unpretentious tiny store does n fact sell the best bacon cheeseburger I have ever eaten. It is also a nice drive in the country.

Best burgers ever! There is a reason for all of these 5 star reviews. Love going here...breakfast sandwiches are also exceptional.

I've been going there for years and the quality of their hamburgers are above and beyond they are so good I don't know what they do different but they do something right best burger ever in any state and marylanders know it read more

I remember this place, there some very nice ladies cooking those juicy burgers infront of you, I have not been there in a long time I thought they were closed but now that I know I am going to get me some cheeseburgers and if still good then I will give you my rating read more

I am a huge fan of burgers and so this has been on my to try list forever - mostly because it constantly comes up as a best place for a burger in Maryland lists and discussions. The place is a bit run down and looks very much stuck in the 1960s. They have a ton of stuff from ice to live bait and lots of options for drinks and chips. But back to the burger - no frills delicious. I ordered two plain cheeseburgers (one for the SO and one for me) and they were incredibly juicy without being greasy. They were thick but not unhinge your jaw thick (cause that is a trend for some reason). And the bun was a good quality with sesame seeds. It was absolutely delicious. Definitely a good solid burger. read more

After reading all the reviews of everyone saying these are the best burgers in Maryland, i still went in with some skepticism. When i think of the best burgers, gas stations in the middle of nowhere that look like they haven't changed anything since 1970 aren't usually the first thing i think of. Shame on me. Im from the seattle area, and i can't remember the last time i had a burger this good, there, here, or anywhere. To the naked eye, it just looks like a stardard burger with the usual fixins, but my god, was this burger outstanding. i don't know what kind of sorcery they have going on back there, but i was legitimately sad when i got to my last bite. I didn't want it to end. Only minor issues for me were that the burger was a bit pricey and they didn't have much in the way of sides. No fries. The only thing i saw was egg salad for $5.25. The good news is the gas station sells chips, so i opted for those. Normally, these issues would drop a star for me, but the burger was an easy 6 stars. Check this place out. read more

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I have read, several times, that the Sunshine General Store has the best breakfasts and burgers. I came home after a doctor appointment and suggested to my husband that we go check out the Sunshine General Store. I had missed breakfast and lunch and was hungry for something really good. I was not disappointed. Everything I had read was true. My husband loved his bacon cheeseburger, which was bigger than any burger he had been served anywhere else. And I loved my bacon burger sub. Lettuce, tomato and mayo ... soooo good, and even bigger than my husband's generous burger. At the SGS, there are no french fries (though they do have home fries at breakfast) so we purchased single serve bags of potato chips and bottled soda from one of several drink fridges. Two ladies who take and prepare the orders. They cook on a hot top grill (I think that's what it's called). Everything ordered from the grill (in the back of the store) as well as any other items you pick up are paid for at the front of the store. The ladies at the grill knew immediately that we were "first timers" and very nicely told us what we needed to do to pay for our food and asked if we wanted to eat in or carry out. Eating in, since the store is small, is done at a kitchen table, or one of two small tables, with kitchen chairs. I loved it. It was like being at a friend's house. We will definitely return. One of the ladies told us that we needed to come back for breakfast. I'm thinking we will do just that. read more

The best hamburger I've ever had. I've eaten burgers at top new york steak houses but I prefer sunshine. 1/2 pound hand formed burger cooked on a grill. read more

It's really been a while since I was last here. This time was a little disappointing as they got my toppings wrong (they added mustard instead of mayo and forgot pickles) and the patty wasn't juicy. They didn't ask what temperature I wanted (which I believe is normal) and it came out well done. One less minute on the griddle would have been great, but not today. read more

Hands down the best burger you will ever eat. Be prepared to wait 15 minutes for it and don't scrutinize the inside. If you need night crawlers, gas or Twinkie's, you're covered too. It's a quaint old store that's family owned and operated. read more

Finally tried a cheeseburger at Sunshine and it was good. So, before I get into details, rest assured, if you go here for your custom burger creation you will be pleased with the results. It is a large hand made patty grilled to order and dressed how you like it. If you are into bacon, they put a large portion of thick crispy slices on there. I don't see why everyone goes crazy about the place, but I suppose it's because there are a lot of bad burgers out there. Most places are grilling up 1/4 pound or smaller frozen patties and these are fresh large 1/2 pound monsters. They're an inch thick before cooking, but get pressed down as they go. That said, nothing incredible. Just a solid burger. The store itself is filthy. Only the bare minimum of maintenance and cleaning is attended to. It's not rundown in a cute way, it's pretty gross. You know how you go to some old time stores and you come across unique finds and friendly faces that you don't find in the local franchise? This isn't one of those places. There is nothing cute about it. It's dark, windowless, dingy, and understocked. The drink coolers are addressed but the chip selection (which you are going to get because they don't serve fries) is run of the mill average. Nothing special here. Even the fishing tackle was picked through, maybe because the local lake is closed. I have no idea how this cooking area passes cleanliness inspections. I'll definitely get another burger. The woman cooking was friendly and proud of the food she served. They move a lot of burgers and they're made fresh. Next time I'll get it to-go and enjoy it outside at the old picnic tables, take to a nearby park, or carry out to Waredaca. It's a messy full burger. You're going to need lots of napkins. read more

Sunshine General Store - Cheeseburger, fried onions, hots, LTKP. Good messy eats. - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland

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How does a run down former gas station lunch counter well off the beaten path have a line for lunch with phone orders repeatedly coming in? By serving the best damn burgers in Maryland! The line for lunch is to the door of this tiny source of deliciousness. The only frills here are the burgers, delicious patties loaded with whatever toppings your hardening arteries desire. read more

I have traveled around the world and this has always been and still is my absolute favorite burger. I love that this charming place has stayed the same all of the years including the low prices! It's always a treat to find it open because it occasionally would close without any notice and then reopen again. Always a good idea to call ahead to order and verify they are open before making a long drive. Having been away for almost a decade I had to go for the classic, bacon cheeseburger with everything including grilled onions and hot peppers. The burger is almost the size of the plate. Pick up a canned or bottled drink and a bag of chips if you wish from the store. Limited seating available or take your food to go (hint: on a nice day, go sit at tridelphia lake down the road.) Other favorites include the steak and cheese and hungry man breakfast with giant pancakes. Love this nostalgic place. Don't go changin! By the way, I was surprised they took my credit card for the burger purchase with no questions asked. read more

Sunshine General Store - Bacon cheeseburger with everything including grilled onions and hot peppers. YUM - Diners Near Me - Brookeville, Maryland