Did they get this right for your state? If not, let's hear what's better.
https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/restaurants/best-burgers-in-us
https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/restaurants/best-burgers-in-us
They chose a place outside Abilene for Texas. Uhhh...ok. I'm not doubting its greatness - it may be. But who would even know?
I get it. The huge states like that are always tough. I kind of like going with a place nobody's heard of.
Did they get this right for your state? If not, let's hear what's better.
https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/restaurants/best-burgers-in-us
Nic's is good, but you can't put that on a big list. People will never get in there. Also, stop posting about it. Took me an hour to get in there last time. Shh!Not even close for Oklahoma. This is my favorite.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g51560-d400354-Reviews-Nic_s_Grill-Oklahoma_City_Oklahoma.html
Had to get there at 10am last time I went .Nic's is good, but you can't put that on a big list. People will never get in there. Also, stop posting about it. Took me an hour to get in there last time. Shh!
Also, not even close is way off. Tucker's is very good.
Wow. Totally disagree. Better beef, better buns, fresh fries. And shakes to die for.Had to get there at 10am last time I went .
Tuckers = any onion burger in state
I just love how Rockaway's does their pimento cheese fries and it is such a fun spot to watch games. Maybe not the "best" burger but a good one.Don't know if it's the best in SC but Rockaway's is legit. I haven't been in a while but that will change soon. Thanks for the reminder.
Poe's on Sullivan's Island is one of my favorite spots in SC for a burger as well as Libby's in Lexington SC. Great Pimento Bacon Cheeseburger.
I never really liked the Tessaro's burgers. Never got all the fuss.Tesaro's in Pittsburgh is an excellent choice. I'd be hard pressed to find a better one in the state, but just down the road at BRGR are pretty spectacular as well.
Great place. And one of my favorite t shirtsNever been to the place in Memphis or Wisconsin's place.
So can't say if its better than others or not. But have had some very tasty burgers here around Nashville.
Gabby's is probably my favorite. Though, a soft spot for the burger on french bread, onion rings, and a shake from Rotiers.
Wisconsin...most decent bars have really good burgers is what I have found. Find a place you like, who make great homemade curds and use a good quality bun and be happy. The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW. Around my hometown...Stone Toad bar has a very good burger and curds and uses great buns and bread from my favorite local bakery there.
I get it. The huge states like that are always tough. I kind of like going with a place nobody's heard of.
long-salted grass-fed chuck ground down in small batches, chargrilled and served on toasted rosemary focaccia swabbed with bright yellow aioli, and topped with pickled onions and zucchini—everything made in-house, naturally.
I'll nominate the best burger of the upstate: The Southern Growl in Greer, SC. Dozens of high end beers on tap, big tv's, great outdoor dining as well as indoor. Fantastic overall place. Each week they have a burger special. Below is last weeks special(they haven't posted this weeks yet):Don't know if it's the best in SC but Rockaway's is legit. I haven't been in a while but that will change soon. Thanks for the reminder.
Poe's on Sullivan's Island is one of my favorite spots in SC for a burger as well as Libby's in Lexington SC. Great Pimento Bacon Cheeseburger.
California... just too many and too many weird iterations. The winner in the article:
So "Cali" and in some ways so wrong. I don't want rosemary bread or zucchini on my burgers. Hodad's, Ocean Beach, San Diego makes "normal" burgers that are off the charts as long as you order normal and not one of their monstrousities. Unless you like monstrousity burgers - this is the place for those too.
I'm a little busy atm, but will share my LA and middle of nowhere favorites later. One in LA is a must for the daring. It's a great burger and a better experience.
My parents went to Hodad's and loved it. Made a special trip for it because of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, and usually aren't suckers for that sort of touristy thing, but it really appealed to them. They loved it. Aren't there two locations now or something though? Or am I dreaming. Reviews generally stay away from those sort of franchisee-esque steps.So "Cali" and in some ways so wrong. I don't want rosemary bread or zucchini on my burgers. Hodad's, Ocean Beach, San Diego makes "normal" burgers that are off the charts as long as you order normal and not one of their monstrousities. Unless you like monstrousity burgers - this is the place for those too.
Good list. For Madison Dotty's Dumpling always gets high marks but I think their burgers are just average. I like the places you mention plus I'll add the Village Bar and Graze for having excellent burgers.Never been to the place in Memphis or Wisconsin's place.
So can't say if its better than others or not. But have had some very tasty burgers here around Nashville.
Gabby's is probably my favorite. Though, a soft spot for the burger on french bread, onion rings, and a shake from Rotiers.
Wisconsin...most decent bars have really good burgers is what I have found. Find a place you like, who make great homemade curds and use a good quality bun and be happy. The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW. Around my hometown...Stone Toad bar has a very good burger and curds and uses great buns and bread from my favorite local bakery there.
Big fan of burgers. I also make a great burger, both on the grill (classic burgers) and griddle (smashburgers).
While these lists are fun, I'm not a fan of many of these types of burgers. For me, simple is better for burgers. I don't like burgers that are too thick / too sloppy to properly eat, and I'm not that into extra stuff on a burger (even bacon can be borderline). Cheese is a must, and some combo of lettuce / tomato / onion / pickle is about it. Wanna substitute an onion ring or onion straws for onion? Ok. I also don't mind getting creative with the bun (the bun is an underrated part of the burger imho), and if the place has a secret sauce instead of ketchup, that's fine too.
They chose a place outside Abilene for Texas. Uhhh...ok. I'm not doubting its greatness - it may be. But who would even know?
Those Pimento Cheese Fries are the bomb. I like to add some bacon and eat them with ranch.I just love how Rockaway's does their pimento cheese fries and it is such a fun spot to watch games. Maybe not the "best" burger but a good one.
Absolutely nailed NC with Brooks though. Their chili-cheese burger is magical. The chili itself is among the best I have had, usually get their chili cheese fries too.
Two great calls on Madison burgers. Especially the Plaza. I worked like two blocks from there for a number of years. Ate lunch there fairly oftenNever been to the place in Memphis or Wisconsin's place.
So can't say if its better than others or not. But have had some very tasty burgers here around Nashville.
Gabby's is probably my favorite. Though, a soft spot for the burger on french bread, onion rings, and a shake from Rotiers.
Wisconsin...most decent bars have really good burgers is what I have found. Find a place you like, who make great homemade curds and use a good quality bun and be happy. The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW. Around my hometown...Stone Toad bar has a very good burger and curds and uses great buns and bread from my favorite local bakery there.
Long shot here but if you're ever in Maui Cool Cats Cafe has an amazing chili cheeseburger. It's fresh beef from the island topped with sweet maui onions. It's a must stop for those going to Hawaii.Those Pimento Cheese Fries are the bomb. I like to add some bacon and eat them with ranch.
I love a good chili cheeseburger. I'll have to check it out.
I have my favorite places in DFW, Austin and Houston, but this article did make me at least see that it's 2 hours and 44 mins to get to their pick. Could make a nice Saturday drive.
We honeymooned in Kauai. The Puka Dog (not a hamburger, I know) was seriously my favorite meal on the island.Long shot here but if you're ever in Maui Cool Cats Cafe has an amazing chili cheeseburger. It's fresh beef from the island topped with sweet maui onions. It's a must stop for those going to Hawaii.
I'd argue that Dotty Dumpling's is the best burger in Madison.The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW.
I'll check it out next time I'm up that way.I'll nominate the best burger of the upstate: The Southern Growl in Greer, SC. Dozens of high end beers on tap, big tv's, great outdoor dining as well as indoor. Fantastic overall place. Each week they have a burger special. Below is last weeks special(they haven't posted this weeks yet):
Special Burger this week:
Smoke Break - topped with jalapeño-tomatillo jam, smoked gouda, American, bacon, leek ash aioli, shrettuce, and white onion on a house bun.
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Pair with I Wear Schwarz Schwarz.
It's been a while (probably 15 years) since I had one but with how hyped it was to me I was a bit dissappointed. Should really give it another shot.I'd argue that Dotty Dumpling's is the best burger in Madison.
Well yeah, besides WhataburgerWhat are your favorite in DFW/Austin/Houston? I mean, besides Whataburger.
Great place. And one of my favorite t shirts
Never been to the place in Alabama either, for a chain I've been very happy with smashburger.
but the author has never been in my kitchen so
California... just too many and too many weird iterations. The winner in the article:
So "Cali" and in some ways so wrong. I don't want rosemary bread or zucchini on my burgers. Hodad's, Ocean Beach, San Diego makes "normal" burgers that are off the charts as long as you order normal and not one of their monstrousities. Unless you like monstrousity burgers - this is the place for those too.
I'm a little busy atm, but will share my LA and middle of nowhere favorites later. One in LA is a must for the daring. It's a great burger and a better experience.
Dotty's and Plaza, as mentioned by others, are both really good. My SIL swears that Solly's is the best in the state, so now I'll have to try it! @trader jake let's make a Solly's trip happen. Maybe @gruecdwill show up too. Milwaukee cornhole.Wisconsin...most decent bars have really good burgers is what I have found. Find a place you like, who make great homemade curds and use a good quality bun and be happy. The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW. Around my hometown...Stone Toad bar has a very good burger and curds and uses great buns and bread from my favorite local bakery there.
Wife and I love The Old Fashioned.Never been to the place in Memphis or Wisconsin's place.
So can't say if its better than others or not. But have had some very tasty burgers here around Nashville.
Gabby's is probably my favorite. Though, a soft spot for the burger on french bread, onion rings, and a shake from Rotiers.
Wisconsin...most decent bars have really good burgers is what I have found. Find a place you like, who make great homemade curds and use a good quality bun and be happy. The Old Fashioned in Madison because their curds are incredibly good and they make a great burger. Plaza Tavern in Madison also a good one and where my brother worked for a bit while he was at UW. Around my hometown...Stone Toad bar has a very good burger and curds and uses great buns and bread from my favorite local bakery there.