Favorite burger place

[EchoFiveMike]

5 Guys isn't bad for a mass market franchise place, still isn't Paradise Pup(Des Plaines, IL) or Kuma's(Chicago). Haven't had In-n-Out, and I have to say, from the pictures, it doesn't look that impressive. Unless they're putting heroin in the meat, those patties just don't seem to justify the rabid fiending that the place seems to provoke in consumers.

Another good place is Hackney's, which does excellent burgers on fresh rye bread as well as an impressive onion loaf (like super thin rings) They have several locations in Chicago area, but the place on Harms Ave in Glenview is really cool and set back in the woods like a residence, you can't tell it's a restaurant from the street. Very nice classic wood paneled bar too. A burger, some rings and a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned is like stepping back into the 1950's, when men were Men, women were Women and all was right with the world:smile: S/F.....Ken M

[smp52]

5 Guys isn't bad for a mass market franchise place, still isn't Paradise Pup(Des Plaines, IL)

Paradise Pup is awesome. Was on the way whenever I made the Schaumburg to Skokie drive along Oakton.

I voted In-N-Out from the options above. I like it the best and probably because it's the most accessible in my locale as well. It's fresh food, portions are properly sized, and it hits the spot everytime.

I had Umami Burger this past weekend in LA. It was pretty good for "gourmet" burger place. I sampled two burgers - one was their namesake Umami Burger and the other called the Manly Burger. They only make their stuff medium rare and condiments are house made. Since they have a full bar, having a beer with the burger was a treat and the buns were toasted just right.

Just like beer, lots of varieties of burgers. I like crappy burgers and good burgers, with everything in between. What I DON'T like is burgers that bill themselves to be something they are not. I can't complain when I get a Double Double, drink, and fries from In-N-Out for 5 bucks in California.

[JV89]

Anyone try the Four Horsemen Burger at Chunky's Burgers in San Antonio?

It's a burger with Serrano Peppers, Jalapenos, Habeneros, and Ghost Peppers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQPp3Tg61A4

[Fire-Gunner]

http://sidedish.dmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Cover_large.ashx_.jpg

Btw - that photo is an In-N-Out burger.... which is also coming to Texas. Now we can compare side-by-side...... Can any of you coasties say that? :biggrin:

Five Guys are all over California now, so yeah, we have both. :smile:

[don]

Anyone try the Four Horsemen Burger at Chunky's Burgers in San Antonio?

It's a burger with Serrano Peppers, Jalapenos, Habeneros, and Ghost Peppers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQPp3Tg61A4

Been there after watching it on Man V Food and having a couple of extras hours to spare before my flight out. That joint has some good burgers. However, I did not try the four horseman burger. But I did have the good fortune to watch two people give it a go.

The first was a "big old girl with sturdy feet". You know...Ranger hoggin' material. She made it about three quarters the way through...in less than 5 minutes. Looked like she took an extended shot of OC to the face. During her brief "operational pause", she decided to wipe her face with her hand (it's a technique...albeit not a good one) and once the juice got in her eye...she was outta there.

Second contestant was some dude talking mega-shit to his girlfriend. He ...no shit...took one bite, quit 15 seconds in...and spent the next 30 minutes I was in there standing next to the soda fountain. The owner gave him shit the whole time. Said he was going to put him up on the wall as the quickest quitter he has seen.

I always stop by that joint when I am in town.

[EchoFiveMike]

I don't understand how people can enjoy that sort of thing. You don't taste anything, only heat and pain. Why not save money and just spray some OC in your mouth? S/F.....Ken M

[Glebo]

If anybody is around Fayetteville NC, ya gotta go try Hot-Diggity-Dog.

Great family owned place and great Carolina burgers. They only have two locations, Roxy Ave and Ramsey st near the cement place.

MMMm Mmmm

[Oldpogue]

Another good place is Hackney's, which does excellent burgers on fresh rye bread as well as an impressive onion loaf (like super thin rings) They have several locations in Chicago area, but the place on Harms Ave in Glenview is really cool and set back in the woods like a residence, you can't tell it's a restaurant from the street. Very nice classic wood paneled bar too. A burger, some rings and a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned is like stepping back into the 1950's, when men were Men, women were Women and all was right with the world:smile: S/F.....Ken M

Hackney's blue cheese burger on dark rye is one of my all time favorites. A Blue cheese burger, onion loaf and a manhattan, you're talking my language. Had a Five Guys burger on Willow Road last week. Burger was pretty good but I didn't try the fries, sounds like a good thing from the critiques.

[KW Driver]

http://www.gbkinfo.com/GBK_AboutGBK.php#25

Got one of these right down the street. Best burgers I've had in a long time.

And all the current and ex-hooahs that have posted on this thread should just start knockin' 'em out right now for not mentioning the Four Winds in Cusseta, Georgia.


it took to # 23 to get here? done and done. I stopped reading here.

fuck In and Out by the way, Whataburger is waaaaay better. The best chain, fast food burger to be had.

[arizonaguide]

Hackney's blue cheese burger on dark rye is one of my all time favorites. Hell yeah!

[SOW_0331]

Grill 'Em All burgers. If you ever have the time to track down the truck, wait in line for your order, and find a place to eat it before it gets cold, it is amazing. I know my marketing sucks, but seriously, the actual burger is worth the effort. Thinking about it right now makes me hungry...

http://www.grillemalltruck.com/

[jsmurphy]

I voted In-N-Out from the options above. I like it the best and probably because it's the most accessible in my locale as well. It's fresh food, portions are properly sized, and it hits the spot everytime.

I had Umami Burger in LA.

Find a Granville restaurant. Burbank and Glendale have one.
Really good Blue cheese & Bacon gourmet Burger.

[SGTROCK]

Fatburger especially the one in Redondo Beach,Ca

Rock

[Copecwby20]

I know I'm a little behind on the 5 Guys/In N Out debate, but I figured I'd throw my .02 in anyways. Being from California born and raised, everyone always talked about how great In N Out was. I personally never drank the Kool Aid. Yeah, I've been there but was never that impressed. Last year, when I got orders to Quantico, my roommate wouldn't shut up about 5 Guys, so we went. I must say I'm much more impressed with them than I am with In N Out.

[EchoFiveMike]

Yesterday, while conducting my usual "testing in the name of science" lunch run, I came across an unlikely yet excellent burger stand in Niles, IL called the "Tic-Toc Grill". Unfortunately, I think it might be doomed by a shit location, back side of a corner lot off two main streets with no visibility. I should have taken a picture.

Roughly similar burger in dimensions to 5 Guys, with a superior grind of meat IMO(fairly coarse grind, hand formed) cooked to preference. Served on a pretzel bun, although other types are available, I'm told. Multiple different toppings available, I tried one made with halves of a kielbasa layered on top along with grilled onions and mustard. Was great, but probably approaching 2000 calories:eek: Fries are the short coming of the place (just like McDonalds, which is OK if you like that type, I prefer real potatoes) but the onion rings look as if they may have potential, but have not tried them. If you're in the area, it's worth a try. S/F....Ken M

[Spinner]

I'm still amazed at all the variations of the hamburger that exist.

In the PBS special Hamburger America there was even a burger that was topped by peanut butter. I guess I shouldn't knock it until I've tried it...but peanut butter?

[SOTB]

I guess I shouldn't knock it until I've tried it...but peanut butter?Yup, shouldn't knock it until you've tried it....

[Spinner]

I'd try just about anything once, but I'd like to know if there's a special kind of peanut butter or do you just take a scoop out of a jar of Skippy and spread it on.

Here's a link to a site that covers most of the joints that were featured in the special. The burger I was thinking of was called a Guberburger and is served up by the Wheel Inn down in Missouri.

http://hamburgeramerica.blogspot.com/2009/10/wheel-inns-new-location.html

[SOTB]

I'd try just about anything once, but I'd like to know if there's a special kind of peanut butter or do you just take a scoop out of a jar of Skippy and spread it on....We had a thread sometime back about this topic, and I believe the consensus was that the pros use a specific type of peanut butter -- I use Jif or Skippy or Kroger's finest creamy. I also use the previous on sausage patties....

[ktek01]

Jack-in-the-Box didn't make the list ??? :confused:

I prefer to do my own cooking, but still....

I remember when they pulled out of NY in the 70s, horrible disgusting place. Imagine my surprise when I found one in Charlotte and even more shocked the burgers were awesome. Better than Hardee's/Carl Jr which is about the best of the fast food types we have around here.

[EchoFiveMike]

Mmmmm burger! From the place I mentioned above. S/F....Ken M

[dfender110]

Foxy's Landing Resturant, William J Fox Airport (KWJF),Lancaster CA, Just outside Edwards AFB. They are open 0700-1500 daily. IIRC

They are known to have a Peanut Butter Burger or PB Squared as its known.

Was a bit nervous but actually pretty good. They had people lined up for them when I was there.

[Trig]

The best burger I ever had was at Rossi's on Joe DiMaggio corner in the Chambersburgh section of Trenton NJ. I grew up about 100 feet from the place and it has some history of famous visitors; i.e. Politicians , Athletes, Mafioso,..etc. Chambersburgh has turned to shit over the years but Rossi's still remains. It's a tiny dark little bar but it's famous for their "Rossi Burger." It's a secret recipe and comes out looking like a meatball on a bun. Any time I'm in that AO I go there and hammer a couple.
http://www.rossiburger.com/index.php

[xenonburnout]

Based on the choices, I chose other franchise... Whattaburger. But given all choices of burger place... My place... grilled to any style any topping:biggrin:

[Expatmedic]

Yeah...it's past the outlet stores just a bit. It's not on the beach, it's right on 89. The big mug is the best TRP I can give.

I guess I missed the big beer mug. Was there this weekend and took a left on 89 towards the Angora Fire, didn't see it.

Wound up at the Snowflake Drive In on 50 headed towards stateline.

Good food. Big sloppy, non-dry burgers, charbroiled, tons of fresh hot fries.

http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/266/1192152/restaurant/Reno/Snow-Flake-Drive-In-South-Lake-Tahoe

[Spinner]

There's a new hamburger joint, apparently part of a chain that got its start in Denver, that just opened locally.

They're going to be opening a few more locations soon, wondering if anybody has ever eaten there and if it's any good.

http://www.smashburger.com/

[Colonel Flagg]

Anyone mention Johnny Rockets yet?

That's a personal favorite.....although I haven't had one since I had to endure a quest to find one buried in the back corner of the Dubai Mall labyrinth a year or two ago.

Great burgers, great chocolate cokes.

I've been meaning to try In-N-Out and Five Guys my next time thru the US.

[Bravo Five Romeo]

Definitely Five Guys. You people outside of Arlington/DC are in luck as they are expanding. A couple of years ago there were just one or two franchises, now there's no telling how many.

As long as they stick to the business model it should stay good for awhile - at first each brother had a store so quality control was spot on. I've had the original, the one in Alexandria, the Navy Yard and Georgia Ave and they've all been excellent though.

There used to be a drive through burger joint on Yadkin Rd up past the military surplus store (whose name I forget) on the left. It was past Generous George's (wasn't that the Greek/sub place?). They had pretty good burgers when I was a broke assed paratroop.They're all over NYC now too.

[SOTB]

Anyone mention Johnny Rockets yet? Great burgers, great chocolate cokes....Seriously? Their shakes are OK (but hell, I've had McDonalds shakes that were as good or better), but their burgers are about on the level of pitiful....

[Colonel Flagg]

Seriously? Their shakes are OK (but hell, I've had McDonalds shakes that were as good or better), but their burgers are about on the level of pitiful....

Maybe I've been outside the US for far too long :)

All we got are McD's, Burger King, and Wendies is reportedly coming down.

Don't listen to any Aussies talking about Hungry Jacks...it's Burger King under a different name.

So no well known gourmet big burger joints down here than I know of....Australasia is all about the meat pies.

Someday...an Aussie or a Kiwi is going to be the meat pie king of America. :)

Not trying to go TOO off topic, but has anyone ever been to Capriotti's?

http://www.capriottis.com/index.html

A LONG time ago I had a few of their sammiches in their original store in Delaware.

The Bobbie is like a Thanksgiving Dinner party in your mouth...I've heard they've spread like a virus since I've last been(that was about 15 years ago).

[Spinner]

Seriously? Their shakes are OK (but hell, I've had McDonalds shakes that were as good or better), but their burgers are about on the level of pitiful....

Nothing beats a partially gelatanated non-dairy gum based beverage. :biggrin:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwuSGvfN0T4

I can remember going to MacDonald's as a kid and watching them actually make the milkshake, using real ice cream.

[Papa Smurf]

Local Denver / Colorado Springs - Gunther Toody's - its a 50's soda shop kind of place with one special draw - Wednesday is "Nickel Night" buy one gourmet burger with a drink, get one for a nickel more. Or as I refer to it "Cheap Date Night" - can feed the both of us for about $10.00 ;)

[Massgrunt]

Don't listen to any Aussies talking about Hungry Jacks...it's Burger King under a different name.

Gotta 'ave beet root mate! Blech!!! :tongue:

I loved chicken and cheese meat pies in Australia, I wish they were as common here. But I don't really see them as the same category as burgers. You guys will probably like Wendy's, in my opinion it's way better than McDonald's or Burger King.

[SOTB]

You guys will probably like Wendy's, in my opinion it's way better than McDonald's or Burger King.I would have to agree with this statement....

[EchoFiveMike]

Wendy's = Spicy Chicken Sammich. S/F....Ken M

[Brianj]

Has anyone tried this 'Burger Girl' place? There's one in Frisco that we passed the other day, but I was headed to Rudy's and was not going to be deterred...

[Zonk 1/75]

Five Brothers.

word

although Nations used to rank right up there

[medic216]

If anyone's ever in San Antonio, go check out Chris Madrid's....hands down best in the city. Just ask anybody from there on where to find it and they will tell you exactly where it is.

[sixftaframes]

Never thought In n Out could be challenged for a great burger at a good price but this place is awesome!

http://www.habitburger.com

[Rooprakoopa]

To be honest, I will say that I do like a lot of the burger places that were listed on the poll. However, I still think In-N-Out makes the best burgers out of all of those burger joints. Hell...nothing else really beats a nice In-N-Out double double.

[RGR.Montcalm]

Had my first Five Guys burger this past weekend in Nashville- heaven on a bun!;):biggrin:

[Zonk 1/75]

Had my first Five Guys burger this past weekend in Nashville- heaven on a bun!;):biggrin:

Just opened one in my AO. Before I could only get one when visiting Colorado...

[Brianj]

Saw on the news this morning that In-N-Out is opening today in Allen and Frisco...might have to cancel my lunch meeting.

[SOTB]

Saw on the news this morning that In-N-Out is opening today in Allen and Frisco...might have to cancel my lunch meeting.I finally had the time and opportunity to stop in and check one of these out -- the Frisco one, to be exact.

Lines were pretty long -- out the door stuff.

They seem to have a platoon of employees behind the counter, makes sense, but it looks crowded back there. Everything was spotless and the employees seemed friendly and highly motivated.

As to the food. I had a Double-Double and a chocolate shake. The wife had a cheeseburger and a Coke. We shared an order of fries.

As stated by others, the fries sucked. No, seriously -- I think they rank amongst the shittiest fires I've had at a place that sells them cooked. The shake was pretty good. I thought the burger was good, but not better -- or even as good -- as 5 Guys. The wife thought the burger was better than 5 Guys.

So there you have it, it is official, 5 Guys remains a better burger joint than In-n-Out (my wife's opinions have no weight here, LOL)....

[bugeater]

I have to disagree SOTB. Did you try Animal Style? That may have swayed your opinion. Or maybe you've spent too much time south of the border and your taste buds are now misaligned ;)

I just had Five Guys last week, and while it was surely good (two patties, all the toppings, plus bbq sauce), it just isn't the same. Sure, it's a good burger. It's definitely better than a lot of other burgers I've had, but still...

In N Out reigns supreme :)

[Bingo King]

If you ever make it to Louisville KY try Bluegrass Burgers...

[Brianj]

I finally had the time and opportunity to stop in and check one of these out -- the Frisco one, to be exact.

Lines were pretty long -- out the door stuff.

They seem to have a platoon of employees behind the counter, makes sense, but it looks crowded back there. Everything was spotless and the employees seemed friendly and highly motivated.

As to the food. I had a Double-Double and a chocolate shake. The wife had a cheeseburger and a Coke. We shared an order of fries.

As stated by others, the fries sucked. No, seriously -- I think they rank amongst the shittiest fires I've had at a place that sells them cooked. The shake was pretty good. I thought the burger was good, but not better -- or even as good -- as 5 Guys. The wife thought the burger was better than 5 Guys.

So there you have it, it is official, 5 Guys remains a better burger joint than In-n-Out (my wife's opinions have no weight here, LOL)....

We have some guys from Offut in-house for training today and they’re all about hitting I-N-O, so that’s the plan for lunch. Not sure if it’s worth waiting in line to get in, though...

It’s been a couple of years since I’ve had I-N-O. I used to always stop at the one near the San Luis Rey gate on my way to Camp P, so it was kind of part of being in California. I’m interested to see how well it will translate to Texas.

[RedDawg_03]

Hands down What-a-burger has always been my favorite. Double with cheese and jalapenos......mmmmmm. I was at FLETC in february and there was one in town. Very surprised.....

[Dekeish]

Always dug the White Castles, as I was poor and they were a quarter each...

For a great burger, though, if you guys are ever in the Kenai, Alaska area, try Little Ski-Mo's. That is good shit, right there.

[CAP MARINE]

norman,ok.
Sooner Dairy on Main street

[XRM2]

thought I'd toss in my .02.....In Madison, WI, there are several excellent burger joints, but the 2 I'd recommend are Brothers Three Grill & Bar (off of Fair Oaks & Hwy 30) & The Club Tavern (In Middleton off of Branch Street). Brothers Three serves a 1/2 pounder that might be the sloppiest/juicest burger ever, but it is awesome. The Club Tavern is famous for their Moose Burger (named after the Tavern owner, Moose). Its a 1/2 pounder with ham, special bbq sauce, mushrooms, swiss, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Its a heart attack waiting to happen, but well worth the wait!!! Enjoy!

[BomberJosh]

Where is Whataburger? Is on every street corner in Texas and when I was in EOD school i discovered a few in pensacola and ft walton beach area..I was in heaven.

[MeatLasagna]

Fatburger especially the one in Redondo Beach,Ca

Rock

Just had a Fatburger (in Long Beach, not Redondo though). I actually thought as I ate it "Hmm, I can post about this on SOCNET." Now, where would I rank Fatburger in the pantheon of burger chains?

I had a Large cheeseburger with a medium Fry and drink. $10.75! :eek: WTF. I could buy three burgers from Cook Out for that price. Anyways, the meat was pretty good, tasted fresh and not too greasy or pre-formed patty-like. The bun was uninteresting, just standard fare no frills bun. A little too much mustard. The fat fries were good although they didn't taste fresh. Generally I'm not a fry fan due to the amount of salt they stick on them, but these were only lightly salted and not overcooked.

Better than In 'N Out, definitely, but not quite as good as Five Guys or even Cook Out. If a food chain is going to make you self-conscious from their name :biggrin:, I'd expect a little more bang especially for the buck.

[ARCH-E]

Roy's Squeeze Inn: Ypsilanti, MI
1/2lbs. burger with bacon and jalapeno is AMAZING. Their curly fries are some of the best I've had. I was a huge In-N-Out fan, but I think this place decimates.

[sabasarge]

Curious if anybody here grew up in Portland, Or. in the 60's and early 70's and remembers the Kupie Kone on 39th and Holgate. Bar none the best burgers I've ever tasted.....before, then, or since.
By far.

[SOTB]

Where is Whataburger?I like Whataburger, and was only introduced to it when I started working in Mexico (driving across the border you would run into one in every town, as you state). I think they make a decent product (from breakfast to lunch/dinner), and it is -- IMO -- better than McDonalds. I would rate it a bit better than In-N-Out.

It isn't as good as 5 Guys, though....

[Ranger1]

Can't believe I forgot this one: http://www.mainefoodiefinds.com/2011/04/25/fat-boy-fly-boys/

Fat Boys right in front of BNAS. Its property actually butts right up onto the airfield. Big burgers, cheesy and greasy. Great cheap food. Good place to watch the Blue Angels in the summer with burger grease and lobster roll mayo dripping down your arms while sitting on the roof of your car.

[RGR.Montcalm]

Grew up eating What-a-burgers; we would stop there on the way back from fishing in Lake George (south of Palatka) for a cheeseburger and a chocolate shake so thick you had to let it melt to use a straw...

[Billy L-bach]

five brothers

[Kip]

five brothers

Five Guys.:biggrin::biggrin:

I went to Steak n Shake yesterday for lunch and it sucked. The burger was decent, but the service was slower than shit.

I ordered a burger and a milkshake. Waited about 10 minutes for water, then waited another 20 minutes for food; food came, I ate then waited another 5 minutes. Still no milkshake. The waitress talked to the manager and when I went to pay he said, pretty loudly in front of the entire restaurant, "why should I give you free milkshakes when they just didn't get there in time?"

Well fuck you, dude.

I said "I finished my meal and am ready to pay and they still aren't there".

He ended up taking the shakes off the bill and took off an additional $3.

Needless to say he lost a couple customers.

[Billy L-bach]

(http://www.fiveguys.com/index.aspx)My bad...


http://www.fiveguys.com/images/five_guys_logo.gif (http://www.fiveguys.com/index.aspx)


...and some malt vinegar on the fries!
Love-it !!

[Brianj]

Curious if anybody here grew up in Portland, Or. in the 60's and early 70's and remembers the Kupie Kone on 39th and Holgate. Bar none the best burgers I've ever tasted.....before, then, or since.
By far.

I grew up in Portland in the 80's, and Stanich's is still the best burger I've ever had.

Finally made it to In-N-Out today in Frisco...a real pain the ass, actually. The burger was outstanding, however. I didn't order fries or a milkshake.

Better than 5G? Damn. It may be.

[smp52]

Some rankings are in and In-N-Out's been rated the top chain (Five Guys is right there as well). (http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/magazine-archive/2011/august/food/fast-food/winners-and-losers/index.htm?EXTKEY=AYFCF07)

For burger fans, the best restaurants include In-N-Out Burger, rated highest of all 53 chains, Burgerville (39 in Oregon and Washington), Five Guys Burgers and Fries (750 nationwide and in Canada), Culver's (428 mainly in the Midwest), and Back Yard Burgers (120 mostly in the South and East).

[Xdeth]

Hardees mushroom and swiss, I love them.

Best local joint in Old North Charleston, SC near SPAWAR, Sesame.

[Expatmedic]

So I am in Reno a few weeks ago and my BIL says lets go get a burger from Cal-Neva Casino. Apparently the burger has been feature on the Foodnetwork as being really good.

Horsehocky.

This thing was nasty. It was not a matter of it was just not for my tastes, it was just nasty.

Kirk, IIRC correctly, has done some professional cooking and this might make sense to him. It was as if they cooked the meat itself then let it sit on a warm part of the grill for hours till needed. The meat literally crumbled apart.

Putrid comes to mind.

[RB]

I like Whataburger, -------snip----

It isn't as good as 5 Guys, though....

#1 --> Whataburger
#2 --> 5 Guys.....

When in NC and 1000 miles from Texas.......:rolleyes: 5 Guys ;)

[SOTB]

Well, of course THIS POLL (ahem -- AGAIN) (http://www.marketforce.com/2011/08/market-force-survey-reveals-five-guys-is-favorite-quick-service-restaurant-for-second-straight-year/) states Five Guys beats In-N-Out -- this isn't rocket science....:biggrin:

[The Sheepdog]

Well, I finally had the opportunity to try a Five Guys. We never had any located in my area and recently had one come in and opened about two months ago. I have to say that I can now see why they are so liked. It is some good eatin' to say the least -- they certainly get my vote.

About 10 years ago, Whataburger came to my city and built a restaurant from the ground up. They were here for about eight months and closed the doors tight. It was aggravating to me because I really liked them and always ate at their restaurants when I was traveling next door in Texas. I was glad to see them come but not so glad when they left. I always thought they had good hamburgers -- I guess no one else did. With that said, my city has the innate ability of allowing major food chains to open up and then die a quick and painful death in a very short time.

[Expatmedic]

Well, of course THIS POLL (ahem -- AGAIN) (http://www.marketforce.com/2011/08/market-force-survey-reveals-five-guys-is-favorite-quick-service-restaurant-for-second-straight-year/) states Five Guys beats In-N-Out -- this isn't rocket science....:biggrin:

Watch me work my magic with my C in Statistics, massage the data, and I am sure the outcome will be different.:biggrin:

[Flfiremedic]

Gourmet: McGuires in either Destin or Pensacola.
For fast food, there is a small local chain in MS and AL called Wards. They make a chili-cheese burger that is almost as addictive as crack, and probably just as unhealthy! To make things worse, they are open for breakfast, and you could get one from 5 am till 9 pm. I lived on them in paramedic school. Soggy greasy (awesome) fries...the 6 dollar combo was a heart attack waiting to happen. First place I go when I'm in that area.

[Wench]

I still miss Kua Aina sandwich shop in Haleiwa. They cook the hamburger meat in vermouth :D. Other than, What-a-burger!

[rgrjoe175]

New place opened near my house.

CG Burgers. http://cgburgers.com/

It is better than Five Guys.

JP

[gymrat8541]

For a new place Johnny Bigs in Ohio is pretty damn good. They have a 4 ,1/4 pound burger, with a grilled cheese sandwhiched between and large fry deal. Eat it all and get your picture on the wall. Eat it in 20 minutes and it is free. Their burgers come stacked. Lots of choices as well...other than that....5 Guys.

[GreenMeany 5]

The Counter......
Tried this place the other day, fantasic custom build burgers.

And their chocolate malts are absolute crack!

[jtk317]

If you're ever in Danville, PA there's the Old Forge Brewing Company. Got 7 microbrew beers on tap at any given time and some excellent burgers. Messy, cook knows what medium means versus grilling the hell out of it and instead of fries they give you tortilla chips with a beer/cheddar/salsa dip that rocks.

And the Bullfrog Brewery in Williamsport, PA has a pretty large burger menu. Tried a few and I've always been happy with my choices.

[Just Another Guy]

Ate at the cafeteria in Cheyenne Mountain the other day. The burger special is awesome. They put a over-well egg on it (kind of like Germany). Restricted area but super food, deals and service.

[EchoFiveMike]

There's a new hamburger joint, apparently part of a chain that got its start in Denver, that just opened locally.

They're going to be opening a few more locations soon, wondering if anybody has ever eaten there and if it's any good.

http://www.smashburger.com/

Went to the one in Arlington Heights, it's pretty good. Burger patty is similar to a Steak and Shake, slightly thicker, variety of toppings is good and fresh. Fries are OK, McD's thin style. Sweet potato fries are good alternative.

Five Guys is more burger, but variety is the spice of life, so I'll eat at Smashburger again. S/F.....Ken M

[Walken1]

A new burger joint opened up here in San Antonio that is a real contender. Big Bob's hamburgers. Locals will get the reference when I say it's better than Chris Madrids. Definitely a tasty burger.

[ccorgr175]

Voted Home-Made (venison).

There is no better, in my book.

Cheers,


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[Gumby2/6]

If anyone happens to be in Downtown Raleigh, NC, I highly recommend the new Burger joint, "Chuck's".
I had The "Dirty South" with fries and malt vinegar aioli and it was insanely good(albeit a bit pricey).

[fireranger]

Four Winds out side Benning & Yonah Burger at the foot of Mt. Yonah. There's now a Yonah Burger in Gainsville GA too.
R.L.T.W!

[Walken1]

Voted Home-Made (venison).

There is no better, in my book.

Cheers,


2%

Do you use a mix of any kind? ie..80% venison + 20% ???

[Stretch]

If anyone happens to be in Downtown Raleigh, NC, I highly recommend the new Burger joint, "Chuck's".
I had The "Dirty South" with fries and malt vinegar aioli and it was insanely good(albeit a bit pricey).

Yup, ... Who can complain about cow topped with smoked pig!!!

Price, for sure, but I'd rather eat at Chucks once a month and save my food dollars for something else, like cold beers, which they serve... you can drink a pint or two, and if you are veggie or something else, her chicken place is just to the south, like one store front to the south...

[Gumby2/6]

you can drink a pint or two...

of root beer they have on tap, too. Delicious with a great burger.

[Stretch]

...root beer they have on tap, too...

Did not know that... I will let her know, she loves root beer!!!

[Bravo Five Romeo]

A while back, the wife and I stopped in at Ted's on our way to Vermont.
They're famous for their steamed cheeseburger and I'd read a bit about them and decided to give them a try.

Here is a short (4 minute) YOUTUBE video from Man V. Food showing their burgers (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VSoivxhC8Og)

I thought it was completely underwhelming.
The streamed meat was tasteless... the steam cooks through too completely for my taste, leaving everything grey.

But the hunk of steamed cheddar on the burger (not quite melted or at all runny) had a unique texture from the steam tray and tasted amazing.
I left half the burger, but finished the cheese.

I didn't take this pic, but it's a good representation.
http://findlocal.courant.com/images/listings/4x3/235/437/E44/teds-restaurant-image.jpeg

[Bravo Five Romeo]

Has anyone here tried the Heart Attack Grill out in Las Vegas?
It sounds completely unhealthy ...and awesome.
Everything is fattening, customers wear hospital gowns and the waitresses (called nurses) wear slutty nurse outfits, everything is fried in lard, they use butterfat for their milkshakes, in addition to quadruple-decker burgers, they offer cigarettes...
If you can eat an entire quadruple bypass burger, the nurses will wheel you out to your car in a wheelchair

Has anyone been there?
I'm really curious to hear about it since it seems so over the top.

http://media.nola.com/entertainment_impact_dining/photo/9460040-large.jpg

oh... and if you weigh more than 350 pounds... you eat for free.

http://resources2.news.com.au/images/2009/06/18/1225737/280802-heart-attack-grill.jpg

[EchoFiveMike]

Steamed beef sounds English, which as we all know, is a synonym for "crime against humanity" when it comes to food.:smile: S/F.....Ken M

[Gumby2/6]

Has anyone here tried the Heart Attack Grill out in Las Vegas?


Like me, you must have seen the related videos to the side of the Ted's video and clicked on the one showing the hot nurse in the frame :biggrin:

[ccorgr175]

Do you use a mix of any kind? ie..80% venison + 20% ???

Both, actually. If I'm using venison that I had processed at our local processor, then it's cut with about 15-20% beef fat. HOWEVER, I also process my own, and when I do, I don't cut it with anything.

I should dispel the rumor that uncut ground venison cannot be grilled into burgers or it will "fall apart." I actually prefer making burgers out of my own processed venison, simply due to the fact that it's in it's purest form.

I'll typically drop it all into a mixing bowl, drizzle it liberally with EVOO, add soy sauce, worscestershire sauce, freshly chopped red onion, freshly crushed garlic, salt & pepper to taste, then mix thoroughly for about five minutes.

Let that sit for a couple hours or a couple of days.

Throw them on the grill under low to medium heat, and there should be no "crumbling" of the lean cuisine. The marinate coupled with the EVOO above (or that of your choice) will do a pretty good job of keeping everything together.

...And don't forget the cheese. ;)



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[Blackjack78]

Both, actually. If I'm using venison that I had processed at our local processor, then it's cut with about 15-20% beef fat. HOWEVER, I also process my own, and when I do, I don't cut it with anything.

I should dispel the rumor that uncut ground venison cannot be grilled into burgers or it will "fall apart." I actually prefer making burgers out of my own processed venison, simply due to the fact that it's in it's purest form.

I'll typically drop it all into a mixing bowl, drizzle it liberally with EVOO, add soy sauce, worscestershire sauce, freshly chopped red onion, freshly crushed garlic, salt & pepper to taste, then mix thoroughly for about five minutes.

Let that sit for a couple hours or a couple of days.

Throw them on the grill under low to medium heat, and there should be no "crumbling" of the lean cuisine. The marinate coupled with the EVOO above (or that of your choice) will do a pretty good job of keeping everything together.

...And don't forget the cheese. ;)



2%

If that's the same way CCo makes his, OMG. This city boy is convinced lol

[jtk317]

My mouth just started watering. I need to find somewhere to get venison near my home. (Not a hunter, but I love eating game meats.)

[ccorgr175]

If that's the same way CCo makes his, OMG. This city boy is convinced lol

There are definitely some strong similarities...;)


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[KidA]

There's a Big Kahuna three blocks from my house - yes, the one from Pulp Fiction. It's a damned good burger. The fries and onion rings suck though.

[Gebirgsjäger]

Bob´s Big Boy Burgers weren´t that bad too!

[Markbb]

Best burger in world brisket point grounded up and 1lb of cheap bacon, mix and grilled.....the best I tell you...

[SOTB]

This isn't a "best burger I ever grilled" thread.

It is a "best burger joint" thread....

[Markbb]

This isn't a "best burger I ever grilled" thread.

It is a "best burger joint" thread....

Sorry about that got carried away.....Whata burger.....:biggrin:

[Headshot]

The Sweet Daddy Burger from Genny's Diner in Louisville.

[FlyOnTheWall]

It's a tie between McGuire's Irish Pub in Pensacola and Destin, FL, and Chan's Seaside Saloon in Destin, FL. In 'N Out isn't bad, for a fast food burger.

Good eatin' all around that area! Good call, I love it!

[Brianj]

There's a Big Kahuna three blocks from my house - yes, the one from Pulp Fiction. It's a damned good burger. The fries and onion rings suck though.

Yadda yadda yadda. How long have you been in SD? Get thee to Hodad's in Ocean Beach. AAR here is optional.

[Trig]

Cheeburger Cheeburger has been getting the job done this winter...

[Joe723]

I'd say that 5 guys is the best chain. My home made buffalo burger with locally produced thick cut bacon is better though.

[Joe723]

The Sweet Daddy Burger from Genny's Diner in Louisville.

Proof on Main Buffalo Burger.

[KidA]

I'd say that 5 guys is the best chain. My home made buffalo burger with locally produced thick cut bacon is better though.

I can't vouch for any of the franchises but back when they were just 5 burger shops around Arlington run by the family their burgers were amazing.

[SOTB]

I can't vouch for any of the franchises but back when they were just 5 burger shops around Arlington run by the family their burgers were amazing.OK, if we are still talking about 5 Guys, then do me a favor -- head over to In-n-Out and try one of their burgers.

Don't worry about the discrepancy in timeline -- I'm interested in your TODAY opinion of a burger from one side of the spectrum against the other. Since you are in SoCal, surely you are near the heart of what In-n-Out is, so it is a fair comparison....

[KidA]

OK, if we are still talking about 5 Guys, then do me a favor -- head over to In-n-Out and try one of their burgers.

Don't worry about the discrepancy in timeline -- I'm interested in your TODAY opinion of a burger from one side of the spectrum against the other. Since you are in SoCal, surely you are near the heart of what In-n-Out is, so it is a fair comparison....

It's on my rist of things to do for sure.

i was surprised as hell when I got here to see Jack in the Box still operating. There aren't any on the East Coast that I've ever seen. I assume it was due to those deaths from the tainted meat in the 1990s. Heck a girl I know here didn't even know about that happening.

[SOTB]

i was surprised as hell when I got here to see Jack in the Box still operating. There aren't any on the East Coast that I've ever seen. I assume it was due to those deaths from the tainted meat in the 1990s. Heck a girl I know here didn't even know about that happening.I didn't know anything about it, there are Jack in the Boxes all over TX....

[xenonburnout]

Whattaburger, Five Guys, In & Out, in that order.

[SOTB]

...and some malt vinegar on the fries!Wait, is that what the malt vinegar is for? Seriously? I didn't know. All this time I've been wondering why the fuck people put malt vinegar on their burgers. Damn.

OK, the next time I stop in, I'll try this....

[KidA]

Wait, is that what the malt vinegar is for? Seriously? I didn't know. All this time I've been wondering why the fuck people put malt vinegar on their burgers. Damn.

OK, the next time I stop in, I'll try this....

It's ok, but I prefer mine coated in ketchup as I'm not a Brit.

[SOTB]

It's ok, but I prefer mine coated in ketchup as I'm not a Brit.I like ketchup, as well. My wife has me grab a couple of the small tubs they have next to the ketchup dispensers -- and then she proceeds to daintily dip her ONE french fry into the ketchup. It drives me insane.

I can't even pick up ONE french fry, let alone eat it alone. I grab 3-4 and squish them into the ketchup, the increased surface area guarantees I get to taste ketchup along with my fries....

[Seanmcd82]

5 guys is pretty friggin awesome, thats my vote. I LOVE the vinegar, dump it all over the fries with salt, yumm.

[smp52]

Yadda yadda yadda. How long have you been in SD? Get thee to Hodad's in Ocean Beach. AAR here is optional.

Hodad's is money.

Another place in SD I like:

Tiolis Crazee Burger (http://crazeeburger.com/). I've only been to the North Park location.

[GreenMeany 5]

It's on my rist of things to do for sure.

i was surprised as hell when I got here to see Jack in the Box still operating. There aren't any on the East Coast that I've ever seen. I assume it was due to those deaths from the tainted meat in the 1990s. Heck a girl I know here didn't even know about that happening.

I thought the same thing when I landed out here in CA.

If you have them down in SD, try The Counter.

[smp52]

I thought the same thing when I landed out here in CA.

If you have them down in SD, try The Counter.

Couple of SD county locations - one in Del Mar and another in Carlsbad. Very good; the burgers with a 1lb patty after they're cooked are monstrous.

[Bravo Five Romeo]

I recently discovered 5 Napkin Burger, a small, but growing, chain... three locations in NYC, one each in Boston, Atlanta, and Miami.

http://burgerbeast.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Original5NapkinBurger.jpg

A little pricey, but awesome.
If you ever try one of their burgers, I recommend the Tuscan Fries to go with it.

As an aside, if you're visiting New York on vacation with the family... one of the three NY locations is across the street from the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria.

[Brianj]

Man vs. Food is doing a "best burger" episode atthe moment, and so I think we're headed to the local spot for lunch - The Coppell Deli...home of the "All Madden Burger" and supposedly a favorite of Cowboys players. DFW people should know it...they're also famous for their quadruple-bypass breakfast sandwiches.

http://s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com/bphoto/H462G_39ngoxtoha1p7IEw/l.jpg

[KidA]

Man vs. Food is doing a "best burger" episode atthe moment, and so I think we're headed to the local spot for lunch - The Coppell Deli...

Hmm is that picture from today? If so epic fail. No place worth its reputation should be serving tomatoes in winter. They only grow in the heat of summer so clearly these were grown somewhere hot and shipped in - which means they were engineered for shipping quality, not taste quality.

Sorry, Georgia boy here, tomato snob. There are some things that just shouldn't exist out of season - tomatoes top that list, followed by Christmas lights on a trailer in June.

[Okie75]

Unfortunately for me, I have to restrain form tarrying at the burger table until I get this fat body under control, however, If I was to pick a burger, it would be cheeburger cheeburger.....

[Okie75]

followed by Christmas lights on a trailer in June.
Being from Oklahoma, this is a common occurrence, for some reason the rednecks think it makes for good "party lights" along with the pink flamingos and plastic pools.

I leave you with this, KidA, maybe it will remind you of Georgia?

My neighbor Carl, he lives next door
Pink flamingos on his porch
At night he teaches driving school
And he sits out by his plastic pool
He takes off his shirt and he opens up a cold one
Ol' Carl Dean's a fool, but it takes one to know one


Music's playing up and down the block
Mostly christian, blues, country, folk,and southern rock
It's a little piece of paradise way out here in the woods
There's always something going on down in the trailerhood

-- Trailerhood, Toby Keith.

[sixftaframes]

Five Guys just posted up across the street (Sepulveda) from The Habit.

The Habit has been on the corner for a while and it took a couple of burger's to say that they are superior to In n Out (blasphemy I understand).

Five Guys isn't really a "burger joint." It's more of a restaurant, and what's with the fucking peanuts everywhere; they aren't selling beer? It has a slightly better quality burger that is twice the price.

At this point, The Habit is the best burger!

Double Char, with cheese, no mayo, xtra ketchup. Done!

[KidA]

Five Guys just posted up across the street (Sepulveda) from The Habit.

The Habit has been on the corner for a while and it took a couple of burger's to say that they are superior to In n Out (blasphemy I understand).

Five Guys isn't really a "burger joint." It's more of a restaurant, and what's with the fucking peanuts everywhere; they aren't selling beer? It has a slightly better quality burger that is twice the price.

At this point, The Habit is the best burger!

Double Char, with cheese, no mayo, xtra ketchup. Done!

That's weird about 5 Guys being a restaurant. The ones back east only have counter space or small round tables and bar stools for maybe 15 people in each one and they were cheap as hell. For about six bucks you could get a burger and an entire paper sack filled with fries that you'd never be able to finish.

[Sleestak]

There's a place in San Diego, Ocean Beach really, called Hodad's. I heard Guy Fieri say it was one of the best burger places in America on Leno. Anyway, that was pretty good. I like trying good local burgers.

[aceJDAM]

That's weird about 5 Guys being a restaurant. The ones back east only have counter space or small round tables and bar stools for maybe 15 people in each one and they were cheap as hell. For about six bucks you could get a burger and an entire paper sack filled with fries that you'd never be able to finish.

Oh, hell yeah! Can't wait to get back stateside. I will probably hit up the Five Guys in Cary on my way back from RDU.

So +10 for Five Guys!

[bugeater]

Have to throw in a vote for The Counter.

Ate at the one in Kahala Mall on Oahu. You pick everything about the burger. Incredible choice of toppings, etc etc. Not In N Out, but a very close second.

[rgrdrew]

O'Malley's Bar and Grill in Palmer Lake, just north of Colorado Springs has some great burgers. Kind of a biker stop on a side highway off the interstate (105), and not bad if you don't a few flies. It's also one of those places that does dinner with everything on the menu served raw on request and then you take it to a large indoor community grill to cook it the way you want. Kinda fun sometimes. Late morning/lunch time, the burgers are very good, nothing fancy.

[Bingo King]

", Georgia boy here, tomato snob. There are some things that just shouldn't exist out of season - tomatoes top that list, followed by Christmas lights on a trailer in June. "

Well then how the hell do you know when 4th of July is coming? ;-)

[Dutch8654]

Bahh...come try my Bison Burgers :)

[ricardo]

To help motivate you to try a Hodad's burger there is a burger coupon in the link to the Hodad's website. There is also a second location which is also on the website.

http://hodadies.com/home/

[SOTB]

For about six bucks you could get a burger and an entire paper sack filled with fries that you'd never be able to finish.I don't think that has changed....

[BigNickT]

I'd say my favorite is Fatburger. Double Kingburger with cheese.

The most impressive was the Mad Hatter at the White Rabbit in Nana Plaza in Bangkok. That burger patty was at least half a pound. 3 kinds of cheese, 2 fried eggs, bacon, sausages, all the veggies. It was huge. One of my buddies was 5'6" tall or thereabouts and the waiter wouldn't let him order it. :biggrin:

Tax out

[Gumby2/6]

Reading about fried eggs made me think about Camp Schwab, Oki and the USO burger there. Damn good burger.

[Atekomi]

The only fast food burger place I go to is Whataburger.

[sixftaframes]

Maybe it has changed? Fries cost between 3 and 5 bucks at FG's.

The cheeseburger is $6.05.

It may very by region, but that is what they cost here in El Segundo.

The Habit is $4.85 for a double char and 2 bucks for regular fries and the sweet potatoes I believe cost a dollar extra and are really good.

Off by 10%.....

Cheers!

[Bearcat06]

Have to throw in a vote for The Counter.

Ate at the one in Kahala Mall on Oahu. You pick everything about the burger. Incredible choice of toppings, etc etc. Not In N Out, but a very close second.

Ate there the other day.... still real good chow there and not that bad price wise.....

[PSYOP ROB]

Have you been to Honolulu burger company yet? Grass fed big island cow and great fries!

[Bearcat06]

Have you been to Honolulu burger company yet? Grass fed big island cow and great fries!

Not yet....need to make it there soon. I live close enough to Kahala Mall and/or University that I end up going to Teddy's or the Counter and just be done with it......

I've tried Burgers on the Edge at the Safeway Mall but have had some shitty burgers there after having some good ones. Management refused to comment on the issues and I've opted to go shopping elsewhere....

[Okie75]

I have to add, Grand Stand Burgers, in Mission, KS (outside of Kansas City) probably has the best burger I have ever eaten.... They'll do up to 6 patties on it for those that are brave enough to try it. They also have the "Dagwood" which is two patties, cheese, bacon and ham... I never tried it, though, their bacon cheese burgers are probably the best I have ever had.

[Okie75]

Culver Burger in the Midwest

Home of the Better Butter Burger....


Thats a good one too..

[SOTB]

Maybe it has changed? Fries cost between 3 and 5 bucks at FG's.

The cheeseburger is $6.05.

It may very by region, but that is what they cost here in El Segundo.I just checked the online ordering prices at Five Guys in Plano TX, and you're correct. A cheeseburger is roughly $6, with fries another $3. This additional cost of $3 signifies that the cheapass that is KidA will never try this burger joint....:biggrin:

[Brianj]

Wow - I'm stoked there's a Hodad's in downtown SD now, although getting out to OB for that burger was kind of a pilgrimage.

I've seen new In-N-Out locations on 75 and 635 in Dallas now, and it seems the locals are chilling out a bit and there aren't lines around the block anymore. I'm wondering if In-N-Out will lose some of its mystique now that I can get it anytime...I have noticed that I rarely go to 5G anymore in DC now.

That Coppell Deli pic was from the web, and while I can appreciate the summer tomato argument...call me a cretin, but I'd rather suffer through a greenhouse tomato on my burger than eat a burger without tomatoes simply because it's January...;)

[KidA]

I just checked the online ordering prices at Five Guys in Plano TX, and you're correct. A cheeseburger is roughly $6, with fries another $3. This additional cost of $3 signifies that the cheapass that is KidA will never try this burger joint....:biggrin:

I've had Five guys. Multiple times, just not in the 8Ball way. I guess they figured when they franchised they'd jack up the prices since none of you would know the difference. :biggrin:

Still haven't made it to In and Out.

[13F/COLT]

[QUOTE=KidA;1058086308]I guess they figured when they franchised they'd jack up the prices since none of you would know the difference.

I did not remember paying that price last time I was our Local Five Guys. Pulled out an old Menu I had in my desk and the Hamburger was $4.19 and Cheeseburger was $4.79 a year ago.

[PSYOP ROB]

You are close to HBC too, its on Beretania right across from the Graces Inn. Turn left onto beretania from Keeamoku go down about 1/4 mile. Its on the left in the building directly across the parking lot from Colortyme (dont park on that side, they tow). If you get the garlic fries, dont schedule any meetings for the rest of the day. They do not skimp on the garlic!!

[jjohnson]

Boot's Burgers in Rockwall, TX. Not a regional chain...this guy cooks them on a grill in his in his backyard ..you call in your order and go pick it up.... first come first serve until that day's supply of burgers is out. Awesome burger....

[SOTB]

Boot's Burgers in Rockwall, TX. Not a regional chain...this guy cooks them on a grill in his in his backyard ..you call in your order and go pick it up.... first come first serve until that day's supply of burgers is out. Awesome burger....Thank you for your post -- I'm going to try them out....

[Sniper111]

Not sure if anyone mentioned this one but All-American in Massapequa NY.

Good old fashioned burgers served in a foil packet, fries and shakes made with real ice cream. Consistently rated one of the best in the country (and approx 11 miles from me).

[Bearcat06]

You are close to HBC too, its on Beretania right across from the Graces Inn. Turn left onto beretania from Keeamoku go down about 1/4 mile. Its on the left in the building directly across the parking lot from Colortyme (dont park on that side, they tow). If you get the garlic fries, dont schedule any meetings for the rest of the day. They do not skimp on the garlic!!

I will have to hit it soon....

If you get down to my 'hood anytime soon....let me know. I live at the Elks Lodge on Waikiki for the most part. Decent food and cheap booze.....and right on the beach....

[PSYOP ROB]

Yep, we may need to have a SOCNET Hawaii link up some time soon. Thanks for the invite, Ill be in touch.

[8Ball]

I've had Five guys. Multiple times, just not in the 8Ball way. I guess they figured when they franchised they'd jack up the prices since none of you would know the difference. :biggrin:

Still haven't made it to In and Out.

And....





I fucking hate you. Again.
I have to consistently come on here just to protect my good name and virtue. At least SOTB laid off. Unlike your homosexual projecting self.



:biggrin:


I do like the greasy "Pre Cath Lab" Burger at Five Guys, though. The fries suck small Vespa owning penis's.

[jjohnson]

Thank you for your post -- I'm going to try them out....

Typically he is only open for lunch... let me know what you think!

[billdawg]

And....





I fucking hate you. Again.
I have to consistently come on here just to protect my good name and virtue. At least SOTB laid off. Unlike your homosexual projecting self.



:biggrin:


I do like the greasy "Pre Cath Lab" Burger at Five Guys, though. The fries suck small Vespa owning penis's.


I agree on the fries. Just because you give me a small Idaho potato farm in a bag, doesn't mean they're good.
Now the burgers rock. Any time grease runs down your arm while you're eating it, that's a good burger

[mdwest]

If you ever find yourself in Juba, South Sudan.. the D'Nile bar at the AFEX compound makes one of the best burgers I have ever eaten...

No shit, hands down, beats 95% of the burgers I have eaten in the US to include all of the "chain" burgers mentioned in this thread..

Cost for 2 burgers, plus fries, a drink, and desert was about $9