What’s a burger without hot, salty potatoes? We love a fry with the right balance of crunchy exterior and yielding center. But beyond that, we’re open-minded. No matter the style, each one of these sides earns prime real estate right next to our favorite sandwiches.
B Side
Beef Fat Fries
Remember when McDonald’s fried its spuds in pure animal fat? You won’t find big chains doing that anymore — all the more reason that we’re grateful for this meat specialist’s frites, bedecked with garlic and rosemary. 8298 Glass Alley, Fairfax
ResQ BBQ
Loaded BBQ Tots
This suburban smoke shack has tots on the menu to go with any platter. But why stop there? Order the loaded barbecue nachos with tots instead of chips. The only thing better than a basket of tots is one beneath oozing brisket queso. 528B E. Market St., Leesburg
Haute Dogs
Sweet Potato Fries
These canola-fried potatoes are so crisp, you’ll forget that you’re riding lower on the glycemic index. Dip them in curry ketchup or gochujang mayo. 2910 N. Sycamore St., Arlington
Hot Lola’s
Seasoned Waffle Fries
This purveyor of spicy fried chicken in all its forms pairs sandwiches like the Taj Ma-Hot and Seoul King with seasoned latticework waffle fries. Multiple area locations
Local Provisions
Truffle Parmesan Steak Fries
These thick-cut beauties are actually on the appetizer menu, but our pro tip is to get them with the Lo-Pro Lamb Burger and dunk both in the truffle-fontina cheese dip. 46286 Cranston St., Sterling
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