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Meat Liquor is a great burger place to visit. One of my first 10/10 is there the Dead Hippie Burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I have started to enjoy much more simple burger recipes because they really highlight the ingredients and the execution. Тhe burger was cooked really well but wasn’t exceptional considering the simplicity of the recipe.

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Pros:
\n+ Smashed patty was good
\n+ Cheese felt right
\n+ Bun was soft

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Cons:
\n– Smashed patty needs more crust
\n– Needed a bit better execution for a 10

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The burger had:

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What McDonald’s should be

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Happy New Year! This was my first burger of the year and here it is. Standby for my Top 5 for 2021

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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Never knew Brewdog has a brunch menu and it is pretty impressive and tasty, I decided to go for the Breakfast burger but honestly, I was a bit disappointed. If I have problems eating the burger, 99% of people will as well. The execution wasn’t perfect either, a bit too much was going on although the individual ingredients were tasty

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Pros:
+ Very nice sauces
+ Tots were amazeballs
+ So much food!

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Cons:
– Burger was too big to eat
– Patty was dense and dry
– A bit overwhelming

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The Burger had:

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Breakfast Bomb

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Homestead is a very nice restaurant hidden in the City Island complex next to Canning Town. It is a really cool area worth a visit and this is a perfect place for a brunch or lunch so check it out. I had visited a few times and I really liked the food and I thought it was time for me to try and rate their burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The price is definitely on the higher side which is typical for a restaurant. Thankfully it delivers especially in terms of meat quality. The beef was executed really well, it had that flavourful crust and was thick and juicy in the middle. Thicker patties haven’t been in trend recently and most places have disappointed but this was on point. It was juicy and full of flavour.

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Pros:
 + Flavourful patty with an amazing crust
+ Sauce was gewd!
+ Bread was fluffy and toasted

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Cons:
 – Salad leaf was sad!
– Onion was a bit sharp

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The Burger had:

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Simple

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Husk Brewery is a great place that I recently found in the Canning Town / Silvertown area right below the Emirates Airline. Has great beer and really good food!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This burger is my second try at the brewery. Although meat continues to be amazing this time it was simply too much. All the ingredients were right it is just the ratios were a bit off. I liked the bacon more this time, it was done the right way!

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Pros:
+ Beef was juicy
+ Bacon was tasty
+ Bun was great

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Cons:
– Meat was overwhelming
– Cheese wasn’t present
– More relish needed

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The Burger had:

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Very meaty

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Husk Brewery is a great place that I recently found in the Canning Town / Silvertown area right below the Emirates Airline. Has great beer and really good food!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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I wasn’t sure what to expect from the food at a place that is mainly a brewery and hidden in the streets. Well.. it is really good both burgers and fries. I’m definitely coming back for more!

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Pros:
+ Meat was fantastic
+ Blue cheese was balanced
+ Bun was great

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Cons:
– More of that fabulous relish
– Bacon was artificially smokey and chewy

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The Burger had:

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Blues is good like this burger

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Going 30, watching Dune, and having burgers and beers at Brewdog… it was a good day!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Brewdog is a great place to enjoy a good beer and grab a tasty bite. In my opinion, they are a bit inconsistent but generally good and sometimes with amazing gems, sadly this wasn’t one of them.

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Pros:
+ BBQ sauce was good
+ The patty was juicy and flavourful
+ Bun was very tasty

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Cons:
– 2nd slice of cheese would have done miracles
– Remove the lettuce or add more
– More onions or relish needed

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The Burger had:

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Decent but not patriotic enough

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Hello everyone, long time no burgers… at least not in the blog, I have been eating plenty. I took a break from writing because I stopped enjoying the blog writing process. I’m gonna start posting smaller posts only with the relevant information and do more frequent article pieces when I find the urge to write!

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I want to return back to the reviews with one of the best burgers I have had in recent months – BBQ Brothers’ Beef Angus Burger. It is based and Sofia, Bulgaria and you have to check them out if your are in the area!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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It is a great place, with a central location and lovely food. I think it is for sure one of the better burgers in Sofia

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Pros:
\n+ Great flavorful patty
\n+ Bacon was tasty AF! (Among the best I’ve had)
\n+ Sauce and Cheese were great
\n+ Bun was tasty

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Cons:
\n– lettuce felt a bit useless
\n– bread was a bit soggy

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The Burger had:

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Good Tasty BBQ

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So I frequently fly back to Bulgaria via Luton airport. It has the most convenient flights. The Smithfield is a pub with a great choice of beer and basic pub food. Think of an expensive Weatherspoon. Few things on the menu weren’t as bad as I expected for airport pub food, so I decided to go for the burger this time. Sadly I have to declare the burger a no-fly zone.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 3/10

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It wasn’t inedible but it did quite a few things wrong.

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The burger had:

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The patty had a beefy flavour, it was seasoned but it had a strange character to the beefiness. There was some interesting seasoning or weird flavour… Dunno. It was better than a McDonald’s patty or a classic Weatherspoons one but it didn’t feel right. It was dense from working the meat and a bit overcooked and dry. To top the experience I had a hard chunk in the patty which completely ruined the experience. I know it is nice to have good ground beef but be careful what you put in it.

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The salad had an intriguing direction with the kale and the onions. It is an interesting direction to make it feel fresher, however, it failed completely. The onions overwhelmed everything but the beef flavour. There was no lightness or flavourful dressing to the salad. The onions were supposed to be balsamic but didn’t really get that sweet acidic richness.

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The cheese… It couldn’t be felt. It was almost missing mainly because all other flavours hid it.

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The bun was one of the few decent things about the burger. It was crispy soft and toasted. A bit of sauce could have gone a long way to improve the overall burger experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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I have had much better food than this burger and their beer selection is pretty good.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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I liked the ploughman’s direction and the salad feel of the burger but it wasn’t executed

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Not fit to fly

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So after a long evening of drinking at the Rotunda, I suddenly realized I need some food so I can continue. Earlier we had a burger discussion so that kind of narrowed down what we were going to eat. The disappointing bit was the £20 for a burger. I really don’t see the reason to have as expensive as a burger especially without expensive or exotic ingredients. At the very least it wasn’t disappointing but there was more to ask from it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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It is among the few burgers I have had with a different style patty and it isn’t something I expect from this kind of restaurant.

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The burger had:

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The patty was very different from what you would expect from such a place. The meat was high quality and most places would have a purist approach where there would leave the meat to speak for itself. Normally you would just put salt and maybe pepper on it and that is it. This patty had plenty of spices and flavour flowing through and it was worked through the meat before being grilled. It was much closer to a Balkan/Middle Eastern Kofta than a classic burger and I actually loved that. The patty was full of flavour, it was juicy and everything came together. The burger was a bit dense so that would be my only light critique.

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The cheddar was lovely and fitted the burger quite well. The depth of the cheese shined through the rest of the heavy flavours and that is what helped it stand out. It was a nice thick slice and the smokiness came through.

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The gherkins were crispy and acidic, exactly what you want from them. It brought balance to the bites and was a good pallet reset. Thankfully it is summer and the tomatoes are delicious. The sweetness came right through and together with the gherkin it created that classic burger topping feel. The lettuce was only a single leaf. Either put more or don’t put any, and please don’t forget to shred it..

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The brisket gravy was for sure one of the more interesting sauces I have had. At the beginning I though it was an overly reduced onion chutney. There was so much depth of flavour it was insane. I would have preferred if it was a bit more saucy and not as reduced but I was very impressed by the rich taste.

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Brioche was nice in the beginning but towards the end it couldn’t hold the patty very well. I was hoping for a more stable burger base considering the size. Nonetheless it was delicious and fluffy… maybe toast it a bit more?

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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The fries were good and the choice of beer and drinks were great, not sure if it is worth the price though

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Nothing too quirky but I really liked the addition of Brisket Gravy, not something I have seen

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Expensivest Kofta

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Call me crazy, but I have been having a lot more vegan burgers lately. It hasn’t been something I intentionally planned but just so happened that I’ve been going out with vegan/vegetarian friends and everyone is craving burgers. Plus vegan burgers can be very interesting. Last time I had Vurger I was quite nice. It was a very vegan take on classic recipes

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I tend to prefer vegan burger recipes that embrace the vegan side rather than trying to mimic the flavours and taste of a classic. This was a combination of the two worlds. A good imitation with the characteristics of a nice vegan burger.

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The burger had:

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So plant-based meat patties like Beyond Meat are good for people who miss the meat in their life. I don’t. I, however, prefer to make use of the fact that the burger is vegan and eat an interesting combination of flavours like this one. I really enjoyed it mainly because the roasted peppers and the beans created a really nice grill like depth of flavour. It was moist it behaved like a single patty, the seasoning was great and it was just a very flavourful piece of food. I would love to have that on a regular basis.

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Vegan cheese is one of my biggest problems with vegan burgers and food in general. It just doesn’t cut it for me, it lacks flavour or feels very artificial. This one was the closes I have had to a shitty American cheese for a burger and it kind of works but it is still not there. You get the melted cheese idea and a bit of the taste but it is on the level of Tesco Value American cheese.

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The gherkins were great, I’m pretty sure they are homemade. They have great acidity and overall flavour. They really finish the burger and give it that classic feel together with the sauce. The tomato was fresh and tasty it also rounded up the whole taste picture for the burger. As you might expect I was disappointed by the single leaf lettuce. My burger slid two times and there wasn’t anything except inconvenience brought to the table by this lettuce.

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The sauce was good it had that classic burger sauce feel that you can find at many places but there is something about vegan mayo that isn’t really hitting the spot for me. It doesn’t have that base for layering flavour you would expect. Nonetheless very tasty and went well with the whole theme.

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Vegan brioches are surprisingly good. They can feel much lighter than the regular ones. Fluffy yet firm and was absorbing the sauces… that is what you need.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  -/10

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I wasn’t really impressed by the fries. They felt very basic with vegan cheese… and you know how I feel about vegan cheese.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Vegan burgers are interesting for sure and it isn’t every day that you find them or eat them (unless you are a vegan I guess)

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A Meatless Classic

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So last time I went to Vinegar Yard I was very hyped for my first food market in a while. So I didn’t indulge only in the one burger I reviewed last time. I also tried a vegan burger from one of my favourite burger joints in London – Baba G. As the burger scene has changed and almost everyone is offering a larger variety of vegan burgers it makes sense for me to try more of them and build an opinion about them.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Considering BabaG is Indian inspired burgers I was expecting their BabaV to be amazing. Sadly that wasn’t the case, lets go over it.

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The burger had:

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Now I was hoping for an interesting vegan patty, not a meat alternative patty. I respect a vegan burger not when it tries to imitate a real one but rather when it tries to take its own identity. This patty was also drenched in spices that you would typically find in Indian cuisine, but unlike their lamb patties, this wasn’t balanced. You couldn’t really make a difference between the individual spices and ingredients in the patty, it had a very generic curry feel that didn’t excite me much. It just felt like a homogenous single flavour blob. It did give the right note though and thank god the toppings saved it.

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The onion bhaji was absolutely great. It gave great texture it had a nice onion depth of flavour that matched the spices and the sauces. I think it is so much better than generic onion rings you would find on some burgers. The batter is really what makes it tasty together with the right sauces. It was the centrepiece of the burger for sure.

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This is the first time I have had an aubergine chutney. On its own, it was very nice and had a certain depth that was appealing, the sweetness and the aubergine when well together. However, the spices overwhelmed it and the only thing left was the sweetness from it (end of the day that is what the chutney is for). I would have loved fewer spices or more chutney. It did go great with the bhaji though. I also liked its contrast with the Mint Riatha. They both worked great with each other, although I have to say the vegan riatha isn’t as great as the regular one. The sharpness of propper good yoghurt isn’t replicated.

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I liked the bun quite a bit! It was fluffy, it wasn’t soggy it had a sweet note and worked with the rest of the ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  10/10

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Just go visit Vinegar Yard, it is great. Good beer and good food everywhere!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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Indian vegan burgers aren’t a frequent sight and it is quirky for sure.

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Curry in a Bun

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I went to one of my first food markets since I was back from my holiday. And boy was I pleasantly surprised to find Vinegar Yard at London Bridge. A great location with a lot of seating, a fantastic view of the Shard, a plethora of drinks available and a few good food stalls. I went for the Nanny Bill’s burgers. I have heard of them before but never tried them so this was an opportunity.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This burger hit all the right spots, and I was very impressed. Few tweaks and that is an easy 10/10, it was playing with a lot of intense flavours and making them all shine through is difficult. You know I give a TEN only when the burger flirts with my soul and this wasn’t exactly it, quite good nonetheless.

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The burger had:

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I love this new trend of hand-pressed beef patties. It is a great way to celebrate the beef and bring most of the flavours out of it. Compared to the smashed patties it isn’t very thin so you still get some of those burger juices flowing through. However, you have much more and much even char on each side that brings a lot of flavour with each bite. The meat quality was good, it was a fatty cut (maybe 30%) and the seasoning was alright. The bacon was nice, and it is always tricky to get it right with regular patties but with the hand-pressed ones it goes so well. The flavours play with each other so much more. Bacon wasn’t the best, not as the previous burger I had, but pretty tasty overall. The smoky feel was very welcomed.

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American cheese just goes so well with hand-pressed patties, it gives that classic junky feel that is such a familiar taste. Using different cheeses is risky and a lot of burger joints are cautious about doing so.

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The sauces were tasty. The bacon jam brought a lot of that sweetness and intensified the bacon flavour. The house sauce went very well with it, it was a classic with a seasoning twist. I was expecting a bit more heat from the hot sauce and a bit more of a classic flavour like a Scotch Bonnet. The sauces were heavy and had a strong base, the acidity came from the pink onions and I would have loved a bit more from them in between the bites. The lettuce was unnecessary, even in larger amount I don’t think it was going to shine through

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  10/10

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Just go visit Vinegar Yard, it is great. Good beer and good food everywhere!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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I have to commend the large croquet made of beef brisket that came with the burger. Very flavourful and a great touch to a great burger

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Jammin’ with Food

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I have heard of Blockbuster Burgers for a while but they have always been out of range or not in the area. Now I have a burger spot to recommend if someone is going around Victoria Park. The puns in the menu made me smile, and I’m excited to visit the place in person.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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After the first bite, “Wild Things” happened, I felt “Tremors” under my feet, and I got “Footloose”. A proper “First Class” delivery, my dear Kevin Bacon. There was a bit of “The Darkness” though…

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The burger had:

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The score is high because of the great meat in the burger. The patty wasn’t too big, but it was very well seasoned. The cut had a good proportion between lean and fat, and it was considering the bacon. Although thinner (it was a wide burger), it still managed to remain juicy in the middle and had an excellent tasty char on the outside. The bacon was bloody gorgeous. This is maybe the best bacon I have had even and especially on a burger. It was thick so it wasn’t only for texture. It was strong and very flavourful but somehow wasn’t dominating everything else, and I enjoyed that. It struck a perfect balance, and you could also feel the beef patty and trust me, not too many places can do it right.

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The cheddar was for sure the right choice of cheese, especially with that bacon. It provided nice depth and nuttiness, and it was present in every bite; I liked that. However, I can’t say that for the rest of the ingredients.

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Individually the tomato was OK, the lettuce was a bit too little for my taste (put some or don’t put at all), the onion jam was nice but nothing mind-blowing, the red onions were lovely but too little. And some ingredients were present in one bite, some in other, and I maybe had 1-2 bites of the whole experience. There was some balance to the flavours, but every bite that didn’t have the pickled onions was a worse one. Don’t get me wrong, it was still pretty good, but getting that right could push it for a 10/10.

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I liked the chills mayo because it had character, and it gave a tiny bit of hotness. Although, at some point, with all the sauces, mayo, and jam, I realised that the fluffy brioche ended up being quite soggy. The brioche was the right size for the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  8/10

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Their fries were pretty damn good. And they had a plethora of sides to select from together with a selection of drinks. It seems like an excellent burger joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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It was more or less a classic British Burger recipe with a bacon twist. The theming of the menu and the venue helps too.

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It is a Movie Start!

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Lawless City Burgers is a fairly new van in the area I live and I’ve already had two burgers that I liked. Decided to go back and try another one. This time it was a simpler burger that is a simple classic. Simple burgers like these are one of the easiest ways to judge the execution at a burger place.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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This is a very classic burger recipe with a light sauce twist that does hit you nostalgically yet delivers something more.

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The burger had:

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As you may know, I’m a fan of smashed patties. They are very popular nowadays so I have had my fair share of those and I know exactly what to look for. The previous time I had a Lawless City Burger smashed patty there were plenty of other toppings that generally made it work well as a recipe although I still had criticism for it. But this time the meat had nothing to hide behind and the problems shined through even more. Smashed patties rely on this amazing char you can get on the top and bottom of the patty that gives that deep beef flavour and a nice texture to it. In this case, it was simply thinned out and cooked through. And although delicious and well seasoned it didn’t provide the juiciness of thick burger patty or the intensity of a smashed one. Considering this was one of the few things on the burger the negatives were very obvious.

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The American cheese wasn’t a bad choice, it was present in the bites and it melted through. It gave that junky feel that you expect from a cheeseburger. The sauce was pretty good, a twist of a classic burger sauce. It didn’t blow my mind but it was good

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The bread bun was a bit more than it should have been for this kind of burger. If there were two patties it was going to be perfect. Sadly it wasn’t toasted but it was fresh, fluffy and delicious.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  3/10

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Cheesy fries weren’t anything special. Just American cheese melted over blanched curly fries. Would have loved more character for the fries or better cheese on top.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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It’s a cheeseburger.

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Freedom was Smashed!

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I have been craving some lamb burgers recently and I decided to go for one from Brewdog. They have always had interesting recipes and it is one of the best places for me to hang out. It is like the hipster Millennial Wetherspoons. I have been quite impressed with some of the previous things I have tried.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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This is for sure one of the weakest food experiences I have had at Brewdog. There were several things that didn’t work as expected. I have tried a similar recipe with the BabaG burgers so I knew what to expect more or less.

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The Burger had:

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The meat was one of the main issues. Lamb is difficult meat to work with. It has a signature flavour but many people find it intense and can be challenging to soften it or balance it out. One way you do that is via spices that bring the right flavours out. Or you can do like Brewdog and just chuck an enormous amount of spice so it tastes like a generic Indian spiced meat. This could have been any meat and I don’t think the flavour was going to be different. It was way too intense. This was going to be fine if it impacted only the patty but the spices overwhelmed the other ingredients.

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Onion bhajis have great texture but their flavour was completely lost in between everything else.

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The mango chutney is a lovely ingredient that you tend to associate with Indian food and is very delicious and sweet. The right amount and the balance shines through, too much and the sweetness starts to hit you hard. In this case, it was quite sweet, which made it at least a bit more distinguishable from the spice wave that was the patty. However, on its own, it was flavourful and had a nice kick to it.

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The yoghurt is usually there with lamb to strike balance. To be the yin to the heavy yang flavours. Sadly that wasn’t the case, it was mostly missing and present only in few bites.

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The bun was nice. It was fluffy but not soggy and seemed the right choice for the flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favourite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and let’s face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Lamb patties aren’t as popular as I would expect. Most lamb recipes play it safe

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The patty is not Dune

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I have been slow to publish my reviews but I have been having a bit of a longer break. So expect a bit of spam from me in the coming weeks. One of the new places I visited during my last stay in Sofia, Bulgaria was Burger Faktory. It is a name I have heard for a while but it was never on my way. I was expecting a bit more but it had good foundations and it can definitely be better

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger has very good foundations. There is something with the proportions and the sizes of the meat and the bun that don’t work out and that is one of the main issues with it, lets dive deeper.

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The burger patty is hand-pressed and I have to say I was expecting less. It was well cooked it was juicy and very well seasoned. Few things that don’t always happen at the same time. Yes, it could have been more pinkish or the cut for the meat could have been fattier but generally, it was a very good burger. They were using some “minced meat” Bulgarian spice which I really appreciated, it wasn’t strange it just fitted a classic burger experience. The patty was a bit small for the size of the bun and that was an issue. The bites, in the beginning, didn’t have enough of the patty and it was overwhelming towards the middle of the burger.

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The cheddar was nice. It was the correct cheese for a classic recipe. It was all over the patty and it was well melted but I think it was again… the bread that made it a bit lacking.

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I generally liked the salady part of the burger. The lettuce was shredded but it was less than it should be in my opinion, either put more or don’t put at all. The tomato was OK, I have definitely had better in Bulgaria and worse elsewhere. The pickles and the onion provided that acidity, sharpness and brightness through the bites. If the bread wasn’t as overwhelming maybe it was going to be much tastier. The sauce didn’t help up with the roundup between the salad and the patty. It was simple Heinz burger sauce, which isn’t bad necessarily but the sauce is what gives your burger soul most of the time and here it was just lacking.

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The bread was the biggest issue. It was both very tall and bready but also much wider than the patty allowed for. Because it was so much it made the whole burger feel quite dry and you couldn’t shine with the flavour. If I can recommend one thing to fix for the burger is, reduce the size of the bun.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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A burger joint with a large selection of burgers but not as many sides or drinks. Didn’t have the opportunity to try the fries so I can’t say much about that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky here.

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Too much bread

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So I’m back in Bulgaria so the first burger I had to eat was the SA7OSH2 by Skapto since we collaborated on it in December. I have to say it feels pretty awesome to have the @kzmburgers on the side of an item in the menu! \"\" I had loads of fun during the collaboration and almost everyone I have spoken with likes it more than the previous version which is awesome. I liked it more as well but it did have its issues.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is a very THIC BOY. Even I have trouble taking a bite through this monster and I’m a large lad with a lot of burger-eating experience. At the same time, the ridiculous size of the burger is part of its character. There is a line there somewhere…

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The meat was soo much better than any of my previous Skapto experiences. It was very juicy full of flavour, well seasoned. It had a nice springiness to it reminiscent of the Balkan style burgers but the beef flavour was especially prominent. I really liked the fact that the patties seemed slightly thinner. The bacon was very inconsistently cooked but that kind of help. You had chared crispy bits and soft bits through the bites. The bacon favour carried through each mouthful. I liked it for sure and it rounded up the meat experience. Let’s talk cheese. This is where one of my bigger inputs came and that was the seasoning in the deep-fried yellow cheese. It was much more present and had much more character in the burger. I liked it quite a bit and it is one of the “main attractions” in the burger. The cheese was gooey and its crust was crispy and golden. The cheddar however was a bit of a miss. I’m not sure about its purpose in the burger. You already have cheese that provides that gooey feel but the flavours start to overwhelm each other. In few bites the cheddar was present but in most of them, I wouldn’t have minded if it wasn’t there at all. One of my other inputs which I think was realised very well was “more relish”. The Gherkins and the marinated onions brought that acidity and that balance to the burger. Deep-fried cheese and bacon are heavy hitters and you need something to offset them and I think that was done quite well. There was a good tang and crunch. The only problem is the size of the burger made them fall off the burger. The rocket is one of my favourite salads but in the previous version its pepperiness was too much and if you want salad the lettuce is a better choice… but please… shred the F*ing lettuce. Like all the sauces and juices are falling off the burger instead of soaking into the bun. And the full leaf lettuce makes it easy for my burger toppings to fall off and experience less of it. The Skapto sauce was nice, it provided a consistent baseline through the bites, but there was so much going on in the burger I couldn’t really tell what was coming from it. Brioches were nice, springy and flavourful, they were toasted but there was so much sauce and juices, it eventually got a bit soggy. I like the fact they weren’t too sweet.  

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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In terms of burger joints, I have to say this is one of the more full-featured experiences in Sofia. You have great sloppy fries. Plenty of choice in terms of drinks and junky sides. They have decent beer choice which in my eyes is a great addition to any burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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An interesting junky style burger. I liked it and it has a charm for sure.

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Collab done right!

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So a few years ago I was recommended Bleecker’s burgers by colleagues. And when I tried it I wasn’t as impressed as everyone hyped it to be, sure the meat was good but everything else wasn’t there. You can check my previous review, it was 7/10. In 2020 Bleecker won the UK national burger award (which I found out after I ate the burger) with their double cheeseburger, so I was pretty lucky with picking it for dinner.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This is a burger that celebrates simplicity and classic flavours. I loved it, I can’t find much fault with it and the only reason it isn’t a 10 is I didn’t have that soulful moment I have with the burgers I rate 10/10. Maybe if I get it fresh once lockdown finished it will be a different story.

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The burger had:

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The patties were amazing. You have that flavourful fatty cut. They were very juicy and had that tasty char you want on the top of your patties. The seasoning was just right. You can put those patties on any burger and it will immediately be a 7… What makes a good patty great is that depth of the flavour which many burger places are missing and this was done just right.

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The cheese was a classic American cheese. It was present in every bite, very nicely melted and with plenty of flavour. A double cheeseburger almost always has such a better cheese presence compared to a regular cheeseburger.

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The onions were great and on point. They provided that right level of acidity and sweetness, very reminiscent of the classic burgers you have grown up with ( mostly McDonald’s). It is a great topping that you just need to make sure you have put plenty of so there is the right kind of balance.

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The sauce was good, it was for sure a classic burger sauce but I couldn’t really round it up. It was there in the essence and flavour in the burger but wasn’t distinct, maybe that was the soul piece that was missing for this burger to be a 10. The juices and the sauces were enough to make the bottom bit of the bun get a bit soggy. But I’m a bit more forgiving these days about that considering it is delivered.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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To be honest, the variety of sides and drinks isn’t the best, and for the size of the burgers, they are a bit pricy. The fries are decent but the toppings make them what they are.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Just burgers, nothing more, nothing less

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“Award Winning” Confirmed!

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Beer and Burger was a recent recommendation by a good friend of mine who is also a foodie. So you can imagine when my burger review list was free, I was pretty happy to grab one of those. Sadly I’m doing keto, so I couldn’t get a beer with it; a burger was big enough of a cheat already!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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I’m very sure we have passed the trend of gourmet burgers, and now we are striving to perfect the classic recipes and bring that OG flavour back on the table. This was an awesome classic recipe.

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The burger had:

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I love smashed patties. And these weren’t very smashed, which meant they could get the flavourful crust from the smashing, but it was still juicy and flavourful. The beef was of good quality; it had a chunkier grind; I really liked that the cut, it was fatty, and the flavour was present in every bite: really good patties all and all. The bacon was crispy but not dry and quite tasty. I loved it, and it contributed the right amount of sweetness to the overall recipe.

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The cheese was good. It was classic American cheese that melted very well and brought that classic cheeseburger flavour to the table. I liked it, but I would have loved more of it. It was, for sure, missing from some of the bites. The burger brought these diner-style vibes in a good way.

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I think the relish is where this burger shined really well. Both the gherkins and the chopped onion gave that amazing acidity to contrast the beef, cheese and sauce. They brought balance to the bites. It was also very reminiscent of the McDonalds pickle flavour. I think this is a really good example of how two simple popular ingredients used in the right way with the right intensity can round up a burger easily.

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The sauce I liked a lot. It was really good on its own, but its flavour profile wasn’t present in every bite, and I would have preferred a tiny bit more of it to round it up. It didn’t drip, and the bun wasn’t soggy from it, which was great. Talking about the bun, I was happy to see a fresh, sweet and fluffy classic burger bun, very delicious indeed. It was moist on the inside slightly toasted on the outside. Honestly, with few tweaks in the proportions, this could easily go for 10/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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I got the chicken wings and the coleslaw as sides. The chicken wings were very good and stupidly cheap for the amount you get. The coleslaw was nice, but it became nicer after a squish of lime.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty.

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Mouthwatering Burger Classic

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I realised I didn’t have a burger in the pipeline for review… which is very rare. So I went back to a recent favourite Greedy Cow. Last time I was very impressed by their patty execution and their sauces so I had high expectations and I wasn’t disappointed!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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In contrast to the previous burger I had, this one worked with many ingredients and very heavy flavours. I tend to gravitate towards heavy flavours but the truth is they rarely work out well

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was again really good. I would say, not as amazing as last time but still among the best I have had. Loads of flavour decent seasoning (could have been a bit better). You get that beef flavour through every bite and even though there are heavy flavours it is never put on the backfoot. There was a good tasty char on the outside and it was juicy in the middle. From the meat side of things, I was a bit conflicted on the saucisson. It didn’t have the classic flavour you would expect, was very… stretchy in the bites. It still provided a lot of depth of flavour. If it was diced and in a more classic styled it would have worked better IMO.

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I should use Reblochon more in my recipes… first time I’m having this cheese in a burger and boy does it work well. It melts great, it has a very specific nutty and heavy flavour and it goes great with the meat. It is strong enough on its own so it isn’t lost in between the other heavy flavours. Really loved it and I’m looking forward to using it again.

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The crispy onions were both a highlight and a letdown. This is maybe the best crispy onions version I have had in a burger. They were actually crispy the texture was great; the crunch was following through every bite. However, I was hoping for a more oniony (it is a real word) flavour. Not sure if it was the types of onions used or something else but I was expecting a bit more.

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The Dijon mustard was a great choice. I swear to God they use a version with a little truffle oil but it could have hinted from the rest of the heavy ingredients. It wasn’t too sharp and it was mellowed out with some mayo so I was missing the kick a bit. It is a preference though.

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The lettuce and the tomato were both the biggest let down in the burger. Tomato was very plain and lacked flavour or character. The Lettuce was only a single leaf and provided nothing to the whole experience. Either double down and have that pallet cleansing green or just get rid of it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Had the chicken wings and they were just as good as last time. I was a bit disappointed with the coleslaw as it was drenched in mayo (recently I have become a coleslaw expert)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty

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Stonks Frenchy

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Gaucho is a steak house that I noticed recently in the food delivery app. It looked delicious and it is an expensive steak house so I had very high expectations. However, I was very disappointed by the whole experience. It was actually a bit sad.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 2/10

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So this is possibly the worst burger I have ever tried. I honestly prefer any McDonald’s burger compared to this. So what went wrong?

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The burger had:

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The meat patty did everything wrong. The order came quickly so I was expecting a warm/hot patty however it was very obvious that it was reheated. I’m pretty sure the patty was boiled but I can’t be sure. The meat was uniformly grey and it wasn’t juicy at all. The seasoning was a myth for the chefs and there was no char or crust. I don’t care what is the quality of the meat because you couldn’t taste it or see it for that matter. The patty was very disappointing

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When I looked at the menu I was very excited about the tomato jam. Executed perfectly this would be a great combination of tangy and sweet, a perfect relish for a simple burger. However, what I got was three sliced and quickly pan-fried cherry tomatoes that could have come from a can without any seasoning. The disappointment hurt more than the actual taste. The onions were ok, they were the little redeeming flavour the burger had.

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The lettuce was a single leaf and not sliced. It made things slippery and it was soggy, it really had no purpose. Combine it with simple mayo and the patty was slipping away from the bun.

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The brioche was the best thing in the burger by far. It was glossy with light crust soft on the inside and not soggy at all and nicely toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  3/10

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The loaded fries I got with the burger managed to make the whole order more manageable. But hey we’re good because of the loaded part and not the fries necessarily.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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I really had hope for that tomato jam once I saw it in the menu but since it was that disappointing and the rest was a classic recipe… nothing quirky here.

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Painfully Bad

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This is my second experience with Lawless city burger and I’m very impressed with the local burger joint. They for sure have space to grow and they do a lot of things right. They are straying away from the gourmet burgers and going for more dirty/diner/junk-food style burgers and it is working out very well. Quite tasty and I think I’ll be ordering another one soon.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The Outlaw’s Duty is a very meaty and saucy burger and this just hits a spot for me.

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The burger had:

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The smashed patties were well executed. The meat was of very good quality and was nice and fatty. The patty was supposed to be smashed but was more on the borderline in my opinion. It was still juicy in the middle but it didn’t have the flavourful burned crust on the outside. Nonetheless, it had developed a really good flavour. My only critique is it needed a tiny bit more seasoning to make it great.

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Swiss cheese is such a good choice for a burger. It has a very nice depth of flavour that compliments the beef and in this case the mushroom flavours as well. It melted nicely and was present in every bite.

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The sauces were truly the centrepiece of the whole burger. The creamy mushroom flavour popped in every bite and complimented the beef and cheese in a great way. There was a lot of depth in flavour and it was very well seasoned. I really really liked this sauce. I think the aioli provided more body to the sauce but I’m not entirely sure for its purpose. The tomato provided a very distinct, slightly fresh and acidic bite to the rest of the ingredients and it helped balance that flavour. Even though it wasn’t the top quality it was good enough!

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The bun was again the weakest part of the burger. Especially with all the sauces, it got quite soggy. It is great I eat the burger quickly otherwise I think it would have dissolved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  5/10

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Tried the loaded fries, they were very tasty but it was more the loading than the fries if you get what I mean.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Interesting recipe. A fun saucy experience and a tasty take on mushrooms.

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Heavy Flavours

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Not sure what is happening culturally within the burger space but more and more burgers I’m trying recently are really going for that diner style/junky food McDonalds/Burger King experience. The gourmet burger that was very popular few years back is now taking a back seat to this much more classic feel that focuses on nostalgia and good ingredients. Lawless City Burger is an example of a pop up burger place that is focusing on the more rustic experience.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is a very classic burger recipe with a light sauce twist that does hit you nostalgically yet delivers something more.

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the beef patty. It was a middle ground between a smashed and a full sized patty, so you did get a bit of the flavourful charred fat with the juicy middle. It was very well seasoned and the beefy flavour was well highlighted. The meat was of good quality and had a fatty cut for sure, I did like the feel of it.

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The cheese was the bit that really pushed the junky burger feel. It was classic processed burger cheese that melts well. It was plenty, flavourful and it simply built upon the concept.

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The relish is what brought the burger to the next level, the combination of the tangy gherkins and jalapenos with the kick from them really added that balance to the bite. The gherkins really reminded me of that classic McDonalds cheese burger feel and the hot that followed from the Jalapenos and the siracha sauce followed quite well. The onions were a bit lost for me though. I would have loved that crunchy texture to be more present as well as the flavour.

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Lettuce wasn’t sliced and you know how I feel about it. It didn’t really showed through the burger, I would have loved some more. The tomato was of decent quality although it could have been better but it built upon well with the siracha and mayo sauce.

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The bun wasn’t very impressive. It was on the dry side and too neutral it wasn’t much except a burger holder.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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Received complimentary fries which was great. They were tasty but a bit more on the soggy rather than crunchy side. They were well seasoned but nothing spectacular

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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A very classic recipe that accents pickles and hot flavours. Not completely standard but not unheard of.

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Justice is Served

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The last burger from the vegan series is the Buffalo Vurger from VurgerCo. I have had seitan ( not Satan) in a burger before and you can check one of my reviews that uses a similar version of it. I have to say it has a very similar texture to a chicken but it has a bit more character on its own. You can definitely figure out it isn’t a chicken, unlike the Beyond Meat burger patty.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Seitan is wheat gluten that is alternative to soybeans. It is shaped and cooked frequently as a chicken alternative and it is oddly close and tasty. It has a tad bid of a distinctive flavour that gives it character

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The burger had:

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The “chicken” was cut more as goujons. The coating wasn’t the crispiest, the centre had a bite to it and was chewy but in a good way. As I mentioned before I like the fact that seitan has a bit more character it feels like chicken but with a bit of flavour. I could easily see it better if it is celebrated differently. Not sure it matches the dark meat of a chicken though. I was hoping the Buffalo sauce that was coated all over to be spicier. It was tasty but I was expecting more

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The mozzarella was a bit of a disappointment. It added a cheesy feel but not really much flavour. All the flavours were coming from the sauces and the salad. I haven’t tried many vegan kinds of cheeses so I’m not sure what is the right choice to recommend. Maybe more spices with the melted mozzarella would have pushed it in the right direction

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The gherkins were a great pop of brightness together with the onions. They provided nice acidity and brought balance to the chicken and the sauces. The combination of flavour stood out. It is a great example of using relish to bump your burger experience. The thing that brought a lot of body on the table was the baconnaise it was surprisingly close to the real thing although it was fully vegan as everything else on the many. It brought that smokiness which combined with the Buffalo sauce and the relish brought the distinctive flavour in the burger.

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The brioche was OK, it held things together nicely but it didn’t impress me with anything specific except for the fact it is done without milk and butter.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  -/10

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Didn’t have anything else except the burger but the sides seemed nice!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Vegan burgers are interesting for sure and it isn’t every day that you find them or eat them (unless you are a vegan I guess)

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Seitan is not Satan

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So not sure if you are familiar but a lot of people are doing Veganuary (not I, don’t worry). But this was a good opportunity to try Vurger Co. They have been on my radar for a while and as vegan burgers have become more popular it seemed like a good time to try it. They have opened a venue closer to where I live so all the stars had aligned.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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So recently I have had a few more Beyond Meat burger patties so I kind of know exactly what to expect. As mentioned before the flavour coming out of Beyond Meat is comparable if not better than a lot of burger joints.

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The burger had:

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The Beyond Meat patty was juicy and had a very classic burger patty flavour. It actually felt more on the greasy side and closer to a junky style burger. Not sure if it was the flavour combinations or the way it is cooked. I’m impressed yet there is always something missing compared to a high quality meat patty, a certain depth of flavour.

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Now the vegan cheese is not usually something I’m hyped about. But this hit the classic melted cheese vibe. It built upon the junk food vibes and it tasted well.

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The fun part is that in the vegan burger the weakest part were the vegetables. The gherkins had a nice nostaligia hit. Together with the patty and the cheese they created a very McDonaldsy feel, I would have loved a few more though. The tomato wasn’t great, not too much flavour and not the ripeness you would expect. The lettuce was more on the soft rather than crunchy side, I didn’t really feel the need for it.

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I did like the sauce it was reminiscent of a classic burger – relish, mayo ketchup, it helped the junky theme.  The bun was a bit on the soggy side but tasty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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Didn’t have anything else except the burger but the sides seemed nice!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It isn’t every day that you eat a vegan burger. It is strange that you get these classic junky burger flavours from a vegan recipe. The difference between expectations and reality is the most shocking.

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Posh Vegan McDonalds

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Another week in lockdown another burger for delivery! I’m happy that slowly the range of Deliveroo is extended so I have access to more burgers to try. I literally finished the ones in my area last year. This time I’m checking out Greedy Cow a small place in Mile End, East London. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect but it seemed like a place that knows a lot about meat… and it does.

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\nHow tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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A very simple burger that highlights execution over recipe. This is a very high score for such a simple burger. As you know the less you have the more scrutiny there is on execution and the individual ingredients.

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The burger had:

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God, this burger patty was tasty. Only a few time has the patty had an intense beef smell like this one. It is a sign of great quality meat that is well cooked. I am very impressed by the execution. Nice crust, full of flavour and very juicy. Easily the centrepiece of the burger and the potential for a 10/10.

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The salad was where the burger let me down a bit. The tomato was a typical British tomato, pink not a lot of taste and a bit chewy… not the best. The lettuce was a bit lacking, I would have loved more. I’m happy it was shredded but the crunch was missing. I didn’t mind the fresh onion it was on the mild side hence it blended and complimented the salad and the patty well, but for sure a risky ingredient.

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The nutty flavour of the bone marrow was actually felt through the patty and burger. I guess it was a good amount and the fewer flavours helped it stand out. The burger sauce wasn’t mentioned in the menu but was surprisingly good. A very good interpretation of a classic burger sauce. It had the right amount of body and tang. The sauce was the right amount so the bun wasn’t soggy. The bun was firm and tasty. I’m coming back for sure.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The fries were crispy on the outside and of on the inside. I also had some wings and ribs and boy was I happy. I want to visit this place once the pandemic is over

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty

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I don’t have a Beef with you

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As you can frequently expect from me, a burger joint review is followed by a second one. My sidekick went for the buttermilk fried chicken burger, which sounded great on paper. It was a tiny bit better. However, I’m sad to say that even the simpler recipe (compared to the previous ) was disappointing.  Wicked burgers, you have to work on your execution game!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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This is a straightforward burger recipe that should rely almost entirely on execution. There is nothing mystical about the recipe except for the sauce.

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The burger had:

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The chicken was a bit underwhelming. It was cooked, OK and it wasn’t dry. I was expecting a crunchier crust and insides melting in your mouth. What I got was a basic panko crust and not very flavourful chicken. The breast size was huge, which doesn’t speak well of the quality of the meat. I have great examples of good and tasty chicken burgers, but the execution is everything. Using the breast instead of the darker meat of the chicken also didn’t help with the flavour.

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The American cheese was felt through the bites as the rest of the ingredients didn’t stand on their own. Although I would have preferred either no cheese or double down. Chicken burger and cheese is a delicate combination to pull off; it is quite easy to make it useless or overpowering.

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The “sauce” was less spicy buffalo style sauce +  basic mayo and not good off the shelf mayo… the basic ones. Quite runny and all over the burger. Higher quality mayo but less would have done a lot for the burger.  The buffalo side was decent but didn’t have the depth of flavour you want from it. The lettuce leaf was sliding out, and you know how I feel about non-shredded lettuce. Also, it should have been more to provide extra texture and contrast to the chicken.

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The brioche was quite nice, it held a large amount of mayo and wasn’t drenched like the previous one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger

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Not quite

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We start 2021 with a chicken burger from Wicked Burgers. Apparently, their chicken burgers are supposed to be better than their beef counterparts. You can check my previous review on Wicked Burgers here. I haven’t had a chicken burger in a while in the reviews. The truth is I don’t thin chicken burgers are truly burgers unless it is made of minced chicken but it is culturally accepted and liked so I’m adding them from time to time.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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This is sadly a good example of “just put stuff together” burger.

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The burger had:

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The chicken was a bit “eh” and it had nothing in common with the description. It wasn’t dry which was nice but was quite bland for Caribbean style food. Jerk chicken can be incredibly flavourful when prepared correctly. I think the chicken wasn’t grilled properly and was mostly cooked “steamed”. The size of the chicken breast didn’t put much faith into the quality of the chicken either but you can make almost any chicken taste well with the right spices and cooking technique. Grilled chicken should fall off, it wasn’t badly cooked but it could have been so much better. Also, the amount of chicken made the burger very filling but quite difficult to eat.

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The caramelised pineapple was the accent and twist for the burger. I believe it is a very good idea and I think it would go amazing with the jerk flavours if they were more present. The pineapple was providing much more flavour compared to the chicken and overpowering it from time to time. The sweetness didn’t gel too well with the enormous amount of mayo. Talking about the mayo… come on, put less and make it quality. This was definitely below Heinz/Hellmans quality mayo. The BBQ sauce was also too much and kind of made everything even messier.

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The lettuce was very little and drenched in mayo so I didn’t see the purpose for it. The bun ended up breaking down and didn’t help with the whole “burger” experience.

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Generally, the burger had good ideas but poor execution. It wasn’t horrible but I was expecting at least a bit more.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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That pineapple had a very good intention but I don’t think it worked out.

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Wicked (Love – 40) Review

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We survived 2020 it was a difficult year for everyone but it has passed! I’m glad I managed to spend a month in Bulgaria back in September to catch up with family, friends and the burger scene ( see I have my priorities straight! ) . The restaurant business was affected by all the lockdowns and measures so make sure to support local business when you can. You don’t have to be in the place to eat, you can always order online!

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So here is my list of the best burgers I tried for 2020 in Bulgaria!

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#3 ViVenda’s Beef Bacon Burger – 9/10

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I had the pleasure to try ViVenda in Sofia in the beginning of  2020. It was a highly recommended place by many so I had high expectation and I wasn’t disappointed. The meat quality is outstanding and the patty was full of flavour (it is a butcher shop with a burger join attached to it the end of the day) I loved the use of a class Bulgarian style white bun. The recipe is a classic and what made it great was the execution and the quality of the ingredients for sure. If you are in Sofia and looking for a bite you won’t go wrong!

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#2 Corner Burger’s Smashed Burger – 9/10

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Corner Burger is a burger joint in Varna and I have been there before. This was the first time I have seen smashed patties there and in Bulgaria. You all know I’m a sucker for smashed patties and the Smashed burger delivered for sure. This is one of the two junk food burgers in the Bulgaria Top 3 list. It is very meaty and it is quite filling. The flavours are there and the execution of the patties is great. Few tweaks and this could be an easy 10/10 !

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#1 Happy’s Black Angus Burger – 9.5/10

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The top places both in London and Bulgaria have been a huge surprise, this one I had in Sofia. Happy is a restaurant chain which is popular for its semi-processed but none the less tasty food. It was the place I least expected to receive a high score but here it is. It is a very junky food burger, quite greasy and simple but it hits just the right spot. Although junk style it is using Angus beef and the flavour is there for sure. Few but very intense and balanced flavours wrapped in a classic recipe with quality in the right products. Good job Happy you made me… happy!

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I hope 2021 is much better for everyone and it brings a lot of tasty burgers!

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Best in Bulgaria for 2020

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We survived 2020 and it was a very tough year especially for Londoners and the restaurant industry. A lot of places closed, people weren’t eating out and places had to adapt. Especially in my area, I saw a lot of delivery only places popup. A small kitchen that uses Deliveroo and Uber Eats to serve customers and I think it actually worked well. I personally had access to more burgers for delivery and I could continue my hobby.

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So here is my list of the best burgers I tried for 2020 in London!

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#3 Brewdog’s Beyond Meat Burger – 9/10

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The first of the Top 3 burgers is Brewdog’s Beyond Meat burger, which might be a bit of a surprise to some since it is a vegan burger. I used to be sceptical towards the vegan patty options, but Beyond Meat and Brewdog delivered. The truth is most of the vegan patties are tastier than their meat counterparts you will try at a lot of places. It is a burger that hasn’t lost its identity yet is very different in its flavour profile. If you are in London or any other Brewdog venue I seriously recommend you try it, you won’t be disappointed (even if you are vegan patty sceptic) !

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#2. Mammoth Ultimate Burger – 9/10

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Mammoth Burger finds the 2nd slot in our list and is a very classic burger with a twist. Absolutely blasting with flavour it is a very well executed simple recipe… with a twist… or twists…  floss… pork floss. Which I’m sure you haven’t tried anywhere else since in all my years of foodie exploration I haven’t seen it but boy I love it. It adds additional flavour and texture to the otherwise very simple recipe and gives it character. I really liked the idea and with few nudges, this could be a 10/10. If your Deliveroo or Uber Eats are within reach or you are simply in the area you should definitely give it a try.

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#1 Boro Bistro’s Classic Burger – 10/10

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Boro Bistro’s Classic burger was a present at the end of the year. It was an unexpected surprise and I absolutely loved it. A kind of a classic execution with French style, flavours that make you happy. It was one of the places I want to to give as an example of how to make a good patty. The patty was leaner than I would normally like and recommend, but it had the right amount of seasoning and spices highlight the beef flavours. The taste was well balanced and was paying tribute to each of the ingredients. If you are in London around London Bridge you should definitely give it a try!

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I hope 2021 is much better for everyone and it brings a lot of tasty burgers!

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Best in London for 2020

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Boro Bistro is a hidden gem right below London Bridge. It is one of those places which I have glanced but never went to and now I’m sorry.  This is a French bistro that is very cosy and has great cuisine from what I tasted. I didn’t go with the expectation to have a burger, but boy… I was not disappointed! I have had French-style burgers in Hache and they were good but not that good. It’s a10/10 ladies and gentlemen!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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The balance of the burger is stunning and it has happened because all the ingredients are quality and are doing their job

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The chef in Boro Bistro made the patty absolutely delicious. The meat was leaner than I usually recommend but it worked so well, it was more delicate but neither of the ingredients overpowered it. The flavour was enhanced by the peppercorn. It immediately reminded me of a classic French steak with peppercorn sauce but in the package and simplicity of a burger. A really great execution that fitted the recipe perfectly.

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I have never had Comte cheese on a burger before. I didn’t know it melts so blissfully. It is very milky in flavour and creamy in texture but it worked really nice. It reminds you of brie but it melts much better. There was plenty on the burger, if they had put less it wasn’t going to be as good. It wasn’t shadowing the patty but played in a great way with the salad and sauce.

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The tomato was fresh and juicy and had plenty of flavour, which wasn’t something I was expecting in the middle of winter in London. The salad was enough to provide both a crunch and freshness to cleanse the pallet and reset the bite. It could have been a bit more but even then, it was felt through every mouthful.

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The burger sauce was something I didn’t expect since it wasn’t even mentioned in the menu. It had a mayo base that combined well with the tomato flavours but it had a lot of other intensity similar to harissa but I can’t really put my finger on it. What I can say is it brought the burger together. The cheese, tomato and sauce supported the beef throughout every bite and that is exactly what you want from a burger sauce.

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The brioche was firm yet fluffy. It was toasted and had that springy feel. It was more neutral than sweet which just complimented the whole thing. It was a great burger holder that wasn’t soggy and helped you catch all the flavours.

A really nice surprise. A delicious 10/10 burger from Boro Bistro and a great way to end the reviews for 2020!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10  

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On top of the amazing burger, I have to say these are some of the best chicken wings I have tried and the fries are very good as well. You have a nice choice of draft Belgian beer to compliment it all. 

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10  

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There isn’t something too quirky about the burger except for the cheese. It had a very classic feel.

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Fantastique!

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Don’t you fear, the last burger from my Bulgarian trip is here! Going with a buddy to burger place like Skapto means you can always try a second burger, which means more burgers for me before I have to go change my arteries. You can see my last review from Skapto. The last one was interesting and this is more of a classic.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This was a very classic burger recipe. The execution was better than the previous burger but it could have been better.

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This was a pretty good patty and the best I have had from Skapto for sure. It was juicy, had a nice char on the outside and medium-rare in the middle. It was well salted and the prominent beef flavour was present in every bite. The quality of the meat was good enough but I would have preferred a fattier cut and more spices. The bacon played well with the whole concept and was done right. It combined with the sweetness of the sauce and added to the meaty flavour. The cheddar was for sure the right cheese for a burger like that. The signature flavour was popping in every bite, it goes great with the meats and the sweetness from the sauce. It had a nice junky burger vibe to it. I higher quality cheddar could have played great with the nutty flavour but was going to push the burger in a different direction. The sauce was supposed to be the centrepiece of the burger. I appreciate the fact that it wasn’t overwhelmingly sweet and had a balance to it but it was a bit bland. On its own, it was good but with the rest of the ingredients, it was a bit lost. Maybe more sauce or more of the key ingredients would have pushed it to the right level. The iceberg wasn’t in place. Either put more to provide brightness and crunchiness to the bite, but the pickles were doing that or don’t add any at all. The pickles rounded up the burger very nicely! Nice crunch a lot of brightness and acidity coming from them to provide contrast to the beef, sauce and cheddar. If you ask me, I would have loved thicker pickle slices but I have been brainwashed to love pickles. The brioche was nice and well toasted. Held the burger well and was the right kind of neutral.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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In terms of burger joints, I have to say this is one of the more full-featured experiences in Sofia. You have great sloppy fries. Plenty of choice in terms of drinks and junky sides if you are hungry

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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A very classic BBQ burger with some more pickles. Nothing we haven’t seen but tasty non the less!

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Pickle me up!

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I’m not the quickest to write my reviews and my burger notes are still haunting me in my todo list. Hence that is why you are seeing more burgers from my trip to Bulgaria. This week I’m reviewing a local favourite Skaptoburger. Although if you see my previous review, you will see I haven’t been very impressed by the burger joint but let’s revisit!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was an interesting burger. I liked the concept but I think the execution was a bit lacking. The burger had:

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The meat was ok. This time it was salted and had plenty of flavour due to the char. It was much better than last time, but I was still kind of expecting more. A fattier cut might have been better. The bacon combined well and added much more flavour to the beef patty. The crispy texture was very welcomed through the bites. The fact that the burger had two thin patties was a bit disappointing. Either go smash patties or go for a big one. Thin ones don’t provide the juiciness or the flavour in the same way.

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The deep-fried yellow cheese was the centrepiece for this burger for sure. This isn’t a common condiment and I like the idea a lot. For those who don’t know yellow cheese is one of the traditional Bulgarian cheeses that is very buttery and tends to have a milky flavour. It has been a staple in Bulgarian places for years. This one was a bit meh… It reminds you of the right thing but it isn’t executed well. The crust should be crunchy the flavour of the cheese should be deeper (you can work it with spices as well). I was helping for the cheddar to be more active but for some reason, it was very subdued by the deep-fried yellow cheese and the rest of the flavours.

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The salad was a good idea for a heavy burger like this, but the proportions were all wrong. They could have been missing the salad and the flavour was going to be the same. I think a relish, a lot of lettuce, more onions or a nice pickle would have gone great with this but the salad was just missing. The sauce was there but didn’t have distinctive characteristic it felt like a mayo heavy classic burger sauce without the pickles.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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In terms of burger joints, I have to say this is one of the more full-featured experiences in Sofia. You have great sloppy fries. Plenty of choice in terms of drinks and junky sides. If you are hungry

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10 You wouldn’t have a burger like this anywhere else. I think if the recipe is polished this can be a top quirky experience especially for people who haven’t had the Bulgarian fried cheese.

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Artery Destroyer

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  I think that in the last few weeks I have been alienating my London audience since I have been spamming burgers from Bulgaria and elsewhere. So I decided to have a burger and break it up a bit ( I still have a few more reviews from Bulgaria left). This time I went for a very safe delivery choice – Honest Burgers. I have had plenty of their burgers and I’m generally pretty happy with them. I would say from the popular gourmet burger joints they maintain the highest average score. I also decided to go for the last burger on the menu I haven’t tried.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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With time my burger taste has evolved and I have started to also enjoy more simple burgers also. And the Beef is very simple in its recipe which leaves everything to the execution. The burger had:

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Now if you check my previous Honest burger reviews, you will see that I always complain about the same thing – unseasoned patties. Quality meat doesn’t mean instant flavour and you need to season it well to pull out that beefy juicy goodness. Well, the Beef burger is doing that great. This is one of the best patties I have had from Honest and pretty good overall. It was juicy, with a good amount of caramelization and char. It had enough salt and pepper to pop the flavour snd it balanced out with the rest of the ingredients. It didn’t blow me away with flavour but it was just right The red onion relish (which basically felt like chutney but maybe not as sweet) was lovely. It had plenty of flavours – a lot of sweet to go with the charred patty, that classic caramelized onion flavour that we like on meat. It wasn’t too much or too little. It was the other accent present in every bite and I think Honest did a good job. The salad is where the burger needs a bit more… literally. Normally Honest burgers execute well on their burger condiments but this time I would have loved  2x – 3x times more lettuce. It was noticed gently only in few of the bites. In the same time, I’m pretty sure there was some fresh onion in the shredded lettuce (thank you) that have that kick of acidity and I liked a lot. The salad was a great pallet cleanser and balanced out the chutney and beef in a great way. Putting more to be felt through every bite would fit the flavour profile perfectly. The brioche was good. Soft and spongey. There weren’t too many sauces so it didn’t go soggy but I would have liked a bit more of a toast

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I swear to got Honest has some of the best fries. They are crispy and full of flavour. Quite well balanced with the rosemary and are very easy to inhale.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky except for the fact burger places don’t do as simple burgers

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SImplistic

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I still have plenty of burgers to review from my trip to Bulgaria. Burgero is one of the popular burger joints in Varna and I met there with the local burger expert. Apparently, they have an interesting way of preparing the patties where they first boil them and then finish them off on the grill (which sounds weird tbh but it works).

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The burger had a lot of going on for it and is one of the few times where the size has put me off. If I, as a large dude, can’t eat a burger, few people can. Don’t make your burgers tall make them wide if you want them to be big.

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The burger had:

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As you can see, nothing was missing from that burger. Let’s get to the point, the meat. The patty was boiled with beef stock and then grilled and I wasn’t sure what to expect. The truth is it was absolutely full of flavour however it was a bit on the well done and dry side. It wasn’t too bad but I can imagine a better execution if the same flavours and spices are used. I wouldn’t put the patty as a centrepiece in a simple burger but it actually worked well here. The bacon was tasty but I couldn’t find the mustard and honey flavour, only the sweetness. It complimented the flavourful beef and had good texture.

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The cheddar was a single slice in the middle of everything else and to be honest it was kind of lost in between everything. There were only one or two decent bites so I would recommend either commit to the cheese like a man and put 2 slices (at least) or back off and don’t put any.

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The Nduja was interesting but wasn’t as present as the title of the burger suggests and I’m not surprised. Nduja is potent but when in the mix with so many ingredients it is difficult to give it the flavour stage in your mouth. The few spicy bites I had were great but again the burger didn’t really allow for wholesome bites. 

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The burger overcompensated with salad and I’m not sure why. We had both lettuce and rocket which I believe is an overkill. IMO rocket is the best green salad topping for a burger with its peppery flavour. However, when you mix the fresh leaves of the lettuce they both kind of lose their purpose. I love tomato and especially a good Bulgarian tomato but I honestly don’t think it had a place in the recipe. It added flavour but nothing to combine with the rest except for the salads and aioli. I loved the gherkins as they provided the acidity and balanced out the bites

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The brioche wasn’t great, but it was small and the burger compensated in height which led to a very uncomfortable experience. The bread went soggy very quickly with all the juices dripping and in the middle of my meal I had moved to fork and knife.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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It was supposed to be a burger joint but it kinda had anything in between. When you have that many things on the menu it doesn’t speak well. The fries were OK but I was hoping for more.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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This is a very quirky burger, considering its shape, size and weird ingredients used. It isn’t your typical burger experience.

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A tall mofo

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Happy is the TGI Fridays of Bulgaria. You have tasty pre-prepped food that varies in quality depending on the location and has a choice from plenty of cuisines. It isn’t usually the restaurant I would go to, but it is a good place to visit for a casual quick bite. However, I heard from someone that their burger is good. I had to go and check it out because I didn’t really believe it. My expectations were very low but boy was I wrong.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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There have been a few occasions in which I have been so surprised by the quality of the burger. It just did all the things right. This time it was deli

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The burger had:

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“Black Angus” is a word thrown for beef quite quickly as a label, especially in Bulgaria. However, I have found that it is very variable in terms of quality and execution. This patty, however, was great! Flavour is there, the cut is fatty and helps with the juicy bites. It was well spiced with salt and pepper and dominant in every bite. It was in perfect balance with the bacon. The bacon was the right kind of chewy and crispy. The porky fatty flavour was complimenting every bite.

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The cheddar was done the right way… more than one slice. It was flavourful intense and managed to stay dominant in between the powerful meatiness. It finished the burger and nostalgically crept that classic cheeseburger flavour.

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Onions were felt great, they gave nice sweetness to the bite. They were a good amount and combined great with the mushroom sauce which was full of flavour. Who would have thought that onions and mushrooms go great with beef right? The burger was the right about of juicy and saucy.

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The brioche was one of the biggest hits. It was fluffy, springy and obviously well toasted. The toasted bit was cooked in the beef/pork fat which just enhanced the flavour and made my arteries question my food choices.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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There is a large selection on fries, sides and drink at the place. I wouldn’t say they are top quality but tasty non the less. There is something for everyone

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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There isn’t really anything quirky or new about the burger it is simply done well.

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An gusto experience

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Corner burgers are one of the most popular spots in Varna for burgers and last time I was there I enjoyed it but I wasn’t lightning struck. This time my opinion has changed. I also met with the local burger legend @burgmeon who made a guest review recently and has been exploring the Bulgarian burger scene. Check him out! This is the second burger I had at Corner burgers, it wasn’t as good as the previous one though.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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You guys know I like burgers with some cultural influence. Now this wasn’t taken to the extreme or embracing full its Mexican style but it had the direction. Some things worked very well and some were a bit of a miss.

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The burger had:

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The meat was good quality from a nice fatty cut. The flavour was there, it was delicious and went well with the rest of the ingredients. There weren’t any dominating flavours so that helped the beef shine through. The patty wasn’t as good as the smashed burger patties I had previously at Corner. Not sure if it was the crust or the fact that seasoning was lacking but a decent patty in general.

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The fact that there were two pieces of cheddar helped bring the flavour of the cheese through. I think this should be the standard for every thicker burger patty. It had that classic cheeseburger flavour that went well with the rest of the ingredients. The cream cheese was there more for the sauce and the simulation of creme fraiche but I don’t think it worked.

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The guacamole was a bit of a disappointment. It was neither the right consistency (way too liquidy), no chunks, flavour of the avocado was a bit lost and it wasn’t spicy at all. All the key ingredients like the onion and the tomato were out of it but they simply dominated over the flavour. The chilli sauce was very mild and present either so thank god for the good tomato and onion to save the day. Lettuce was nicely chopped and added good texture to the bite.

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The brioche was good – bouncy, fresh and nicely toasted. Few changes and this can be a great burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Flavourful fries, amazing hot sauces that are going to blow your brains our and more and good draft beer to quench your thirst, a burger joint that has it all

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It is for sure one of the more interesting burgers I have had recently. You don’t get Mexican influence in burgers frequently enough and although it could have been better this was a pretty good burger.

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Can’t Feel the Heat

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Corner burgers are one of the most popular spots in Varna for burgers and last time I was there I enjoyed it but I wasn’t lightning struck. This time my opinion has changed. I also met with the local burger legend @burgmeon who made a guest review recently and has been exploring the Bulgarian burger scene. Check him out!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Ever since my first experience with smashed patties burger with the Dead Hippie, I am in love with those burgers. They represent that junk food diner-style burger and are full of the classic junky burger flavour but just on a different level

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The burger had:
– 4x Smashed Beef Patties
– Cheddar
– Smoked Bacon
– Homemade BBQ sauce
– Pickles (Gherkins)
– Pickled Red Onions
– Brioche

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I am very impressed with the meaty flavour coming from this bad boy. You see when we have good beef a lot of that flavour is coming from that slightly burned crust where all the fat has integrated. The smashed patties embrace this flavour to the next level because almost the entire patty is that crust! Corner burgers have done a very good job and the execution is exactly what you expect. Well, seasoned and quality beef = a lot of flavours. The smoky bacon wasn’t too hard or too chewy, just the right amount. And the smoky pork brought a lot of different yet balanced flavour to the meaty experience.

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The burger embraced the cheddar very well. The benefit of smashed patties is that you put cheddar in between every single thin patty which means the impact of the cheese tends to be more compared to a regular burger. And we all know frequently there isn’t enough cheese. This wasn’t the case here, the cheddar was strong and tasty present in every bite and balancing great between the meat and the pickles.

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The BBQ sauce was one of the things I was afraid of. It is very easy to get it wrong and ruin the whole experience but I was impressed by the execution of the sauce. Not too sweet, tangy in the right way… quite tasty. I would have preferred some mayo variant for more body on the sauce but nonetheless a good job.

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The gherkins were great! They weren’t a sweet pickled but a sour one, which made that acidity shine through and bring balance to the bite! I absolutely loved them and they were generous with them which was important for the whole recipe. That good textured crunch also helped for the overall experience. I was however sad I didn’t feel much of the onion. It would have finished the burger perfectly but was rather missing from the mouthful. I think they but too little or the pickled nature made the flavour less intense.

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The brioche was nice and springy yet firm. Well toasted and a great vehicle for all the flavours.

Really good job Corner burgers, few tweaks and this is an easy 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Flavourful fries, amazing hot sauces that are going to blow your brains our and more and good draft beer to quench your thirst, a burger joint that has it all

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Sadly you don’t get to experience smashed patties every day. There are not as popular, especially in the Bulgarian scene. We need more for sure!

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Smash that patty!

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The first burger I tried from Union Diner was a bit disappointing. They have an interesting recipe and quality ingredients but the execution was a bit off. Check it out here if you want. This one had a cool recipe and did much better than expected.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I have had similar recipes before and I enjoy them a lot. Korean style burgers bring a lot of interesting flavour to the table but what you are looking for is quality since the execution tends to be much simpler.

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The Burger had:

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The patty game was similar to the previous burger. Quality but not as flavourful as you would expect. It was slightly better salted than the previous but it could have used a bit more salt and pepper the very least. You want the salt activating that beef flavour. But there is little beef taste to activate when you have a lean cut of meat. I honestly don’t believe you can have a great burger with a lean patty ( Hope I get proven wrong ). Good size of the patty and the Swiss meat compensated a lot!.

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Even though we were in Switzerland I’m happy there was no unnecessary cheese in the burger. The recipe didn’t require it. What it had was kimchi but sadly not spicy enough. It had good texture but I would have preferred the kimchi flavour to be more potent. The sauce had kimchi as well but again couldn’t bring that intensity around.

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The egg was a very good baseline to build the other flavours around and it worked really well. Great with the beef, great with the sauces and great with the salad. I really like eggs on burgers.

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I think the cilantro and sour cream are a great combination but they would make more sense in my head if the bites were very spicy and intense and you needed a pallet reset, in this case they were simply part of the salad.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint was great. Good selection of burgers. Few good draft beers and absolutely great fries!! I loved them and I recommend them 100%!!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The recipe was interesting and I think with better execution the burger could have killed it.

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Kim Chi Boy

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I have been travelling for the last month so you will see me catching up with burger reviews in the coming weeks! During my travels I visited Switzerland and I had a burger at Union Diner. A highly rated place in the centre of Basel.
I have always wondered how good the burger would be at a place with such an organic choice of ingredients. And let’s face it the Swiss know their beef. So I chose the most interesting recipe with the most unpronounceable name.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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This burger didn’t go so well. I really like the idea of the recipe but things were not exactly right. This is a great example of quality meat and lack of substance

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The burger had:

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The patty was ok, but I was hoping for more. High quality and lightly salted the flavour was kind of there. The biggest issue was the cut and the fact it was way too lean. You want all that juicy flavourful fat in the middle of the burger. If I wanted steak I would have went for it. That quality of meat, with a better cut and a bit more salt and pepper would kill it!

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The cheese was something I haven’t heard of or tried and I have to admit the Swiss did well on that front… unsurprisingly. It had a light nutty flavour and melted nicely on top of the burger. It was enough so that it was present in most of the bites and combined well with the rest of the ingredients.

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Sadly the salad and the interesting part of the burger was the most disappointing. Sauerkraut is supposed to have a slight crunch and either acidic or acidic and sweet. This one was just sweet and kind of bland. The worst part is it wasn’t drained. That is ok when the juices are potent and full of flavour but that wasn’t the case. I have had worse for sure but this didn’t round up the experience, especially with a soggy bun. The pickles added a bit more of that kick that was missing from the sauerkraut I would have preferred a bit more crunch to them but tasty nonetheless. The fried onions and the classic burger sauce were ok and hinted that classic burger flavour but nothing special

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Patty was great, spongey, springy and tasty. A bit more of a toast and a bit less of sauerkraut juice it would have been top notch!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint was great. Good selection of burgers. Few good draft beers and absolutely great fries!! I loved them and I recommend them 100%!!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The recipe was interesting and I think with better execution the burger could have killed it.

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Strange Name

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I have been on a holiday for the last two weeks so that is why you haven’t seen any reviews from me.

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Before I went on a holiday I had a day to steam off at Brewdog with several pints of beer. And a better thing to have than a burger. My previous visit
to Brewdog I saw a burger that got my attention – Jackpot. So I decided I had to try an actual beef burger from Brewdog (since the previous one was from the plant-based patties)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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This was one of the meatiest burgers I have had. This recipe was so anti-vegan it basically compensated for the previous plant-based patty I had

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The Burger had:

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The patty was tasty. It was salted and had plenty of flavour, it could have been juicier but overall I was very happy with the burger. The meat quality was good and it had a fattier cut than most burger joints. The beef was for sure the core of the burger which is what you want from a recipe like this one. The bites of joy were the chorizo. It was lightly spicy had a nice kick and brighter up the bites the right way. It wasn’t overpowering but was kind of building on top of the beef flavours from the burger. I really, really liked it. The black pudding provided that heaviness and with all the meat flavours present it started feeling almost like haggis. I like that it was fried and had a bit of crunchiness and provided a bit of texture.

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So I love blue cheese and I think a burger like this needs exactly that. But the flavours of the meats and the BBQ sauce managed to overpower it. Yes, I said it… other ingredients managed to overpower blue cheese. The biggest culprit was the BBQ sauce, it was very potent and sweet. It combined well with the meats, however, I would have wanted a bit more brightness in the flavours. The BBQ just topped and finalized the heavy feel of the burger and removed any chance for balance in it.

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I think the recipe could be tweaked. You guys know I love balance and there isn’t much balance of flavour in a burger like this. There is a lot of heaviness, a lot to make blue cheese feel like mozzarella. A bit less BBQ sauce maybe mayo with some green herbs could have put the accent in the right place.

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The brioche was great – soft, nicely toasted and fitted the burger. TBH a bloomer style burger bun may have worked better with the recipe.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favourite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and a lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and let’s face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This is a very heavy and meaty burger it is for sure something quirky you won’t try anywhere.

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The Anti-Vegan

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Finally, time to review a Beyond Meat burger. The truth is I have been waiting to try the Beyond Meat in the right place. I knew it was hyped for long so I wanted to give it justice and make sure I pick a burger from a place I respect. And there are very few joints I respect more than Brewdog… although I have never had a burger there. Anyway, here it is.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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I have heard mostly positive reactions from Beyond Meat burgers but I have seen people dislike it simply because it is vegan. Well… I liked it! You can see from the score

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The Burger had:

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As usual lets start with the patty. Which in this case feels like meat, tastes like meat, behaves like meat but it isn’t meat… its other stuff. Those other stuff are very delicious. If anything I can easily say that the Beyond Meat patties are better than 80% of the patties I have had in terms of flavour. Although texture is very similar there is more to be desired. I find myself missing the classic char and crust that you get on a good burger and somehow there is a bit less of a body to the bite of the Beyond. Other than that the flavour was really good, it felt like a high quality, well spiced fatty cut and I really liked it! I’m interesting to see it in other flavour combinations.

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The cheese was for sure the biggest failure in the burger. Vegan burger patties are tasty, vegan cheese is questionable… Now, it wasn’t horrible but having real Gouda would have made the burger even better, even push it for a 10. Either better vegan cheese or put more to intensify the flavour. But for me the cheese didn’t cut it.

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Not-surprised but the salad is where the vegan burger shined the most. It was an explosion of flavours. The roasted red pepper was full of flavour and very tasty. The pickled jalapenos were full of brightness and provided the right level of hot and acidity. That went absolutely great with the slaw and the Chipotle sauce used in it. The gem lettuce was maybe not needed but the flavours were intense, lovely and balanced

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The brioche was really good, nice and fluffy with light toast and very flavourful. You could feel the sweetness coming from the beetroot. Overall a very well executed burger and I do recommend you try it

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favorite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and lets face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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First Beyond Meat burger. I have had other plant based patties like Plant2.0 that have been good but not as good. The recipe was also pretty unique, worth the experience.

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Beyond my Expectations

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I like the fact that the delivery services expand their range so I don’t have to go out to experience new burgers. Although I will do that soon I promise. And this time Wicked burgers popped on my radar and since I have had recommendations for them by readers of the blog I decided to give them a go.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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Sad to see such a well-executed patty in such a bad combination of condiments.

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The burger had:

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So Wicked burgers managed to get the most difficult thing right, the patty. The meat was full of flavour, well spiced, well cooked, very juicy, great char that accented the beef and was delicious. It is for sure one of the top patties I have tried and I’m very sad to see it in a burger that isn’t as great as it could be.

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The cheese is where things start moving downhill for the burger. Yes it is present in some bites but isn’t really much of a factor. A second slice would have done a big difference or the use of a stronger cheese.

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The salad combination was not bad but everything was overpowered by the sauce, even the tasty tasty gherkins. There wasn’t much lettuce, but at least it was shredded. A bit more would have gone a long way. There was a tomato but it clashed with the BBQ salsa and had no impact.

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Now the salsa is where everything crumbles. When you are doing a salsa based sauce please don’t use a watered down tomato pure. This was the general dominating flavour throughout every single bite. There was no balance or space for other ingredients to shine. That typical watered down tomato puree flavour really broke me and the burger. There was also a house sauce but I didn’t notice it.

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The brioche was very good. It was nicely toasted, soft on the squeeze and had a lovely sweetness to it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing really quirky. An interesting sauce, however that failed too badly IMO.

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A bit too Wicked

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I was really excited to try another burger from Mammoth burgers. I wanted to see to what extent is the meat flavour influenced by the bacon in the previous burger, so this time I ordered without any. Sadly I also didn’t get my tomato slice that I loved so much in the previous one

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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I don’t usually miss a fruit from a recipe, but this is one of the cases; and no… I’m not talking about bacon.

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The burger had:

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Let’s talk about meat. It was good. Again the patty was of decent quality and with an excellent fatty cut; however, as I mentioned in the previous review, more char and flavour could have come out of the beef. I think the bacon gave saltiness and helped shape the beef flavour in the previous one. So the lack of flavour was for sure more evident in this one.
\nFew more salt and pepper, a bit more time on the grill and it could get there.

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The cheese was delicious again! A perfect balance between meat and cheese. The cheddar flavour was present in every bite. It was fatty and salty the right way and had that slight nutty finish.

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The salad was underwhelming this time. The lettuce was shredded but not enough to be present in the bites. I would have preferred more or either remove entirely. The fresh onions had the right balance of flavour and acidity. It wasn’t overwhelming and of the bites but provided that kick to the bite. The burger was supposed to have a tomato but was missing, and it was felt through the flavour. The mayo and tomato added the right amount of sauciness and sweet taste that was missing this time around.

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The bun was great as usual. The pork floss is a killer for sure. It provided the right amount of saltiness and texture to round up the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I really liked the fries! They were full of flavour and were the right amount of greasy. Weren’t salted but nothing a pinch couldn’t fix.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I have eaten a lot of burgers and a lot of food, and this is the first time I have seen pork floss being used. It provided interesting texture and flavour to the whole experience and was a very unique take on a classic bun!

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Woolly Different Story

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Mammoth Burger is a small gem that happens to deliver to my place. I was very surprised by the burger. It has an interesting characteristic that I haven’t seen anywhere – pork floss on the bun… and it works! It is for sure a burger you should try in the Eastern part of London!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Rarely I haven’t had many quirky experiences but this is for sure one of the strangers burgers have had in the last few months. I loved in and the score reflects it. A few changes and this could be a 10!

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The burger had:

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You have meat flavours coming from so many places! The patty, the bacon the floss and everything goes well together. The meat was of good quality, nice fatty cut. (Recently I have been having a quite positive experience with patties) The flavour was there but I would have wanted a bit more char. I liked the purist approach but a bit more flavour from the grilling would have been perfect. The bacon was tasty and exactly how I like it. Not too chewy not too crispy! The floss added texture and lingered the flavour similar to what crushed crackling would bring but a bit more delicate.

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This is one of the few burgers that get a particularly good balance between meat and cheese. The cheddar was present in every bite. It gave out that signature nuttiness and wasn’t masking anything it worked with everything and was very tasty. The right amount of cheese is one of the more difficult things to get right in a burger and I was very happy with the result!

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Holy sh*t! I’m so happy to see a good quality tomato in a burger. This is such a rarity, especially in the UK. A lot of burger joints underappreciate the flavour coming from a top-notch tomato. A tomato with mayo and cheese makes for a very tasty combination which was nicely prevalent in the bites. The pickles also hit the right spot. They were crunchy, acidic and sweet and slid in the whole experience perfectly. A very good example of how the salad can be used effectively in a burger. Lettuce was there but kind of lingering, it should have had more or non at all, thank God it was shredded! The onion is one of my few critiques of the burger. I don’t mind the rawness but the piece was too big which meant in the bites it was present it overwhelmed everything else. Finely diced with the pickles it could have been perfect…

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A centrepiece for the burger is the bun for sure! The floss was a quite interesting twist and gave a lot of character to the burger both visually and in terms of flavour. The texture was interesting and made the bites feel softer. The bun was soft and nicely toasted. I

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I really liked the fries! They were full of flavour and were the right amount of greasy. Weren’t salted but nothing a pinch couldn’t fix.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I have eaten a lot of burgers and a lot of food and this is the first time I have seen pork floss being used. It provided interesting texture and flavour to the whole experience and was a very unique take on a classic bun!

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A Hairy Burger

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In the last few months, my area of reach has been limited as to what burgers I can eat. I think I have tried most of the highest rated burgers in East London. Alleyway burgers were recommended by a follower. I get a lot of recommendations but few in reach sadly so I will need to find time to address them all eventually.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I was very surprised by the quality and quirkiness of this burger especially considering the price. I’m for sure coming back to try one of the other burgers because I think these guys have a very interesting take on classic burgers.

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The burger had:

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The meat was good but I’m a bit sad because I think it could have been a great patty. For some reason, very few places spice their burgers. Alleyway burgers didn’t do that mistake. There were a lot of flavours in the burger and I felt curry/cummin as part of the spices in the patties which I absolutely loved. They pushed the burger in a slightly different direction. My main concern with the patty was the crust. it was a smashed beef patty which I absolutely love however there wasn’t enough caramelization on it. I would have preferred a bit more char that is full of flavour. Meat quality was pretty good and had a good fatty cut, so a bit more heat would have gone a long way. Almost there!

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The cheese was felt through each of the bites. It was strong American cheese that was melted on top of the patty which I appreciated. It complemented very well the “diner” style patty and burger. It also went well with the sweetness of the burger.

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The onions enhanced the sweetness that was already present by the brioche. The onions were well caramelized and full of flavour. They went great with the pickles which provided a bit of acidity. Combine the secret house sauce that has cumin with the sweetness from the onions, the umami from tomato and you get a very middle eastern explosion of flavours in your mouth. You counter that with pickles and there you have it!. I absolutely loved it and it complimented the patty.  The baby leaf and lettuce were plenty and shredded however I think it lost its crunch on the way to my house. I think some relished cabbage would have gone a long way instead of the salad, it would have provided some more acidity to balance the sweetness. Non the less a great combination of flavours and texture.

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The brioche bun was much sweeter than I’m used to and I think the condiments in the burger leveraged that and built on it pretty well. It is one of the things that pushed the burger much more to the quirky direction.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Fries were a bit meh… They got soggy and were pretty ordinary blanched with a bit of cheese. Maybe if they are served fresh they would be better but I didn’t enjoy them. However, if there is one thing you should order it should be

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The Jalapeno Cheese Balls…

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Those were amazing!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Definitely one of the quirkier burgers I have eaten especially in recent months. Few different spices and a sweet brioche can push you a long way. I really did enjoy

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A Sweet Twist

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Black Bear Burgers is one of the top burger joints in London IMO so seeing it available in my area for delivery meant I had to give it a try. Especially since they have a new burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Black Bear Burgers keeps that pure version of a burger that doesn’t joke around with salad and gives you good burger with cheese and sauce.

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The burger had:

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The quality of the meat for sure is the star in the Black Bear burgers. The meat is juicy, well cooked and full of flavour. The fatty cut and good seasoning push the beefiness to the front of the bite and It combines well with the rest of the ingredients. Bacon compliments the beef flavourwise but I would have preferred it cooked differently. The bacon is too chewy and trying to be crispy but I don’t think it is adding the right texture. Bacon is tricky to get and the previous time I tried a Black Bear burger it was better.

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The separate cheese wasn’t a big factor. It was melted on the patty but you could barely see it and there was no taste from it.  The blue cheese sauce was overpowering the rest of the ingredients and was hiding the regular cheese. I think the regular cheese was obsolete. The blue cheese sauce was tasty and full of flavour. It brought the bacon, beef and onions together very well but it was a bit more salty for my taste.

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The onions were a great addition to the recipe. It went well with everything. It provided acidity and combined greatly with the beef and blue cheese. I would have loved even a bit more just so that you can have more contrast in the bites. Non the less very tasty

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The sesame bun was firm, it held the sauce and was lightly toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries were very good. They were slightly chunky, well seasoned and came with good tasty mayo. Loved it!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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Blue cheese sauce isn’t a popular cheese sauce on burger but I do appreciated because if done well i think it is great

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Blue & Salty

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This is the second burger I tried from Buns and Bao ( and sadly the last since they have only two burgers). I don’t regularly try chicken burger as there is a part of me that thinks it is cheating. Normally I would consider a burger only minced style patties “BURGERS”, but chicken burgers are popular enough so I can’t always ignore them. And sometimes I just wanna try some crispy bird.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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There is a lot of charm in a simple recipe that is done the well. This is the story for the Buns and Bao Korean burger. I love that there are few ingredients. I wouldn’t add anything to this burger just improve a bit some of the condiments.

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The burger had:

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The chicken leg was one of the juiciest meats I have tried. And anyone who has tried to cook a chicken well knows it is a difficult job. It was moist, full of flavour. The fried exterior was crunchy and wasn’t greasy, which I really appreciated. The crust was full of flavour. It was for sure the best chicken I have had on a burger and maybe one of the top executions in general.

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I liked the fact that there weren’t any cheeses and unnecessary ingredients. The slaw was the other significant feature of the burger. It was good, but I didn’t get the same WOW  as the chicken. It was slightly acidic and nice balanced, but I was hoping for a bit more flavour from it. It combined great with the lightly spiced mayo although I would have preferred a bit more hotness in the sauce. As everyone knows mayo is one of the best condiments for chicken so there I have nothing against that. A bit more punch from the slaw and this could have gone for the 10/10

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The brioche was tasty, delicate crust, soft and soaked the juices very well. It was a great holder for the chicken, and the sesame finish was felt throughout the bites.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Since I’m doing keto (but I can make an excuse for a burger), I decided to go for the Caesar salad side, which was great. Tasty, fresh and great sauce and I also got a small bottle of wine for free, which is also lovely!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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The Korean style fried chicken was done well. However I would have loved a Korean style sauce.

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Crispy Goodnes

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There are few more burger joints in the area that I haven’t ordered from. Buns & Bao is one of them, and although they have a limited selection, their burgers look very interesting. I’ve always liked fusion burgers; however, this one was very far away from the Korean culture. Nonetheless, it was pretty damn good.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Truffle is a condiment rarely used in burgers and when it, it’s a hit or miss most of the time. This is one of the more successful additions, and I really enjoyed it and how it rounded up the burger.

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The burger had:

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The beef was of high quality, it was juicy and cooked medium. It was prepared quite well. Flavour was there since it was from a good cut, but I think it could have used a bit more spices to enhance the taste. If you have truffle oil and bacon, you can’t have such a purist approach for the patty. The bacon was really well made and delicious. That is one of the reasons why the beef isn’t as prominent. The bacon was a much bigger centrepiece for the burger.

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I liked the cheese, but it lacked in few of the bites, maybe a bit more should have been added? I think the processed cheddar wasn’t the best choice considering the other ingredients it did quite well non the less.

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The sauce is where this burger was king. The caramelized shallots were absolutely delightful. They were sweet and tangy, brought a lot of flavours and combined great with the rest of the ingredients. The truffle oil was another hit. The fattiness of the mayo with the flavour of the truffle and smokiness of the bacon was an amazing experience. I really did enjoy the combination of characters the sauces brought and how they interacted with the rest of the burger. I will most probably steal the idea.

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The sesame brioche was tasty fluffy, yet it firmly held all the sauces. The lettuce was a bit missing and unnecessary, but it didn’t leak any of the sauces out so no significant errors with it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Since I’m doing keto (but I can make an excuse for a burger) , I decided to go for the Caesar salad side, which was great. Tasty, fresh and great sauce and I also got a small bottle of wine for free, which is also lovely!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Truffle is not a popular ingredient, and it is interesting to see it used successfully in a burger recipe. I was sad there wasn’t much Korean influence but nonetheless, a great burger.

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Truffle me Up

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Slowly the places I haven’t ordered from around me are decreasing. I need to expand my burger reach. As usual, try to support local business if you have a burger joint you like close by. A friend of mine convinced me to try Five Guys again. I was hoping it would be better than last time but I was disappointed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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Five Guys is one of those junk food burger joints that give you soul food and I can understand the hype but the taste is simply not there.

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The burger had:

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The beef patties were the biggest miss in the burger. The meat was overcooked, quite dry, lacking spices. It was just this meaty fill in the middle of the burger. There wasn’t even the greasy junk food burger vibe you can romanticise about. Being pretty disappointed with the patties I decided to seek refuge with the bacon but… it was not there really. Let me rephrase that, you had these hard pieces of “crispy” bacon that didn’t have the rich flavour you expect and are merely there for the different texture.

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The melted processed cheese made it feel like a proper junk food cheeseburger. I was hoping for a bit more of the signature processed cheese flavour but the overwhelming meatiness kind of lost it in between.

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The toppings were, for sure, the best part of the burger. The grilled flavour from the veggies and onions intensified the whole burger flavour. End of the day, mushrooms and onions are perfect partners for beef. The onion was sweet and the mushroom earthy and went great with the sauces. The fresh jalapeno was an ideal choice. It added acidity, it brightened up the flavours and had just the right amount of spiciness.

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The relish and the sauces gave the burger brightness and accent, especially the mustard. It was the other good part of the burger.  I would have loved to see a bit more relish, but overall the combination of relish, mayo and mustard went great with the toppings, and I think it would have been better if the beef was actually good.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The Cajun fries I had with the burger were absolutely lovely. The spice was the right amount, well-salted and full of flavour.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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There wasn’t anything crazy about this burger, IMO, just a standard.

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Grease Without Soul

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Hello, my name is George, but not the same as George from @kzmvburgers ! I’m writing burger reviews at @BurgMeOn since 5 years ago and for some time we have known each other. We have a common passion – buns full of surprises! Straight from London, he orders from @Old Buddies in Varna their Formaggie burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had:

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The patty is beef, mostly muscle and well done. A little bit dry, but the cheeses take control here. Give this part – 1,5/2,5.

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The bun is standard, fluffy with hot-stamped name logo of @Old Buddies. Very fresh and from all this moisture from the cheeses and the sauce is a bit clumsy, but holds the burger whole all the time. The score here is 2/2,5.

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The turn is for the garnish around the patty – double cheddar is a perfect addition for the beef. Deep-fried melted cheese is like little bombs, exploding in your mouth for pouring out warm cheese in it. Good experience! Added parmesan and pickles are for increasing of the Umami flavour. Red onion gives colour and freshness on the face of “heavy” burger. Overall I don`t have much to add or criticize, give 2,5/2,5.

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The sauce is only one – mayo with blue cheese. Very un-intruding is the presence of blue cheese, which has a very dominating flavour. The sauce is a dense, creamy and good addition for other stuff. But only one. Give 2/2,5. All together gives 8 out of 10 and I can tell you that this burger is one of my Top 3 at @Old buddies.

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Thanks to @kzmvburgers for the collaboration and will be very happy for future challenges. You can follow me in Facebook and Instagram @Burg_me_on #burg_me_on  #burgmeon

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? 

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 

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Cheesy Love

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I haven’t made a recipe post for a while. Considering the current situation and the time people have for cooking I thought it would be a good idea to share one of my latest creations. I will try to do burger recipes a bit more frequently from now on.

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The whole recipe is based around this cold peppercorn sauce that my better half created a few weeks ago. I immediately thought of a burger recipe to compliment it. The burger is saucy so if this is your thing you should give it a try!

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Ingredients

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The weirdest ingredient below is the pickled pink pepper. I realize it might be difficult to find but I do recommend adding it to your condiments. It is full of flavour can be used in cocktails, sauces, salads etc. And you can use it to make this great sauce!

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For the burger, I went for venison patties because I found some in the local supermarket. I love venison and I think the gamier and heavier flavour goes well with the sauce. You can use beef as well but you need to make sure it is from a good fatty cut.

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The Sauce:

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Patty:

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Condiments:

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Bun:

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Cooking

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  1. Get a blender, put all the ingredients for the sauce together. If it is too harsh and not balance enough you can put more Creme Fraiche. Feel free to change the proportions to make it fit your taste.
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  2. Chop the mushrooms, add salt and pepper and saute with oil or butter for 5-10 minutes over high heat.
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  3. Re-grease with butter or oil and add the patties over medium heat for 4.30 – 6 minutes per side depending how you like your burger cooked.
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  4. After you flip the burger the first time add your cheddar on top of the browned side. In the last 2 minutes of the cooking add a bit of water and put a lid on top of the pan. This is going to help melt the cheese over the patty.
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  5. Take the burgers out, wrap in a tin foil and rest for 5-10 minutes on the side.
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  6. Slice the brioche, butter it on each side and add it to the pan to toast it. Make sure you don’t clean the pan. You want to leverage the flavours that are in there so you can get tasty browning for your bun.
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  7. Assemble! Put the sauce on both of the slices of the bun. Add the patty on top. Add 1tsp of onion chutney. Add the mushrooms on top and close with the other piece of the bun.
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Tadaaa! You have a very juicy and saucy burger. It is difficult to get wrong. Give it a try and please let me know if you like it. For me, it was a 10/10!

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Peppercorn Goodness

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As you should have figured it out by now, burger reviews come in pairs. This week’s burger is again from Shake Shack’s – The Shack Meister which surprised me a lot. My opinion of Shake Shack wasn’t high but this burger completely changed it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Ths was a very simplistic burger but it was very well executed especially for a junfood, diner style burger chain. This is one of the few burgers you can have in this style and I do recommend it!

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Thin patties are very tasty but sadly not too popular. When you thin out the patty as you cook it, you let a lot of that burned fat and crust build up. And this is where all the flavour is. It is quite unorthodox but very tasty. It is true that the meat quality could have been a bit better but the execution was great and I really loved it. It is a simple recipe yet it works so well with a junk food style burger like this one.

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Of course with a burger like this you get a classic cheese melted on the patty. And that is lovely and exciting especially for all the cheese lovers. I would have hoped for a bit more cheesiness in the bites as it was lost a bit in between the shallots, tasty patty and sauce, but non the less it was pretty good.

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The marinated crunchy shallots were a great addition to the burger. They provided texture, a tone of flavour and helped to hold the sauce. The mini onions complimented the beef perfectly and added that light sweetness to the pallet. Combined with the classic mustardy burger sauce – the bites were delightful. Lets talk about the sauce. Because of it the burger had a very mustard fried patty feel, yet it was different. It had the right amount of acidity and kick and finished the burger very well

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The potato bun (which last time I thought was a brioche variant) added light sweetness and went great with the burger. It was lightly toasted and very soft to the touch. It finished the diner style experience.

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I really enjoyed this burger!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The diner junk food style burgers a very well complimented by cheese loaded fries. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and delicious!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A very basic cheeseburger with a very basic recipe. The fries with cheese is what gives the points.

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Crusty Love

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Another week of isolation and another burger order. This week I decided to revisit Shake Shack.  Last time I was a bit disappointed with the burger joint, I found that a lot of burgers are hit or miss. As a good measure of quality burger, I went for the most basic recipe as that would show a lot of execution flaws.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Everybody likes a good cheeseburger. It is a simple recipe and it is going to be very evident if something is wrong. This one was a bit of a miss as you can see from the score

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The burger had:

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The patty looks and feels handmade for sure. It is fried on butter for sure as the taste was evident on the crust. It was juicy but not as much as I expected. The beef flavour was there but nothing glamorous. I would have preferred more spices or flavour from the patty crust for sure. Overall the burger felt like an enhanced McDonalds cheeseburger. The meat was pretty average in my opinion and frequently the bread was more of a centrepiece compared to the patty.

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The cheese was from the simple processed type variety which fit the taste and the style of the burger. It was felt through every bite and for sure had that signature cheeseburger flavour. It was nicely melted which helped with the junk food, diner style burger.

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The bun doesn’t look like a typical brioche but has the nice soft slightly sweet flavour. It was nicely toasted with butter and had absorbed a lot of the beef flavour from the patty which I absolutely loved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The diner junk food style burgers a very well complimented by cheese loaded fries. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and delicious!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A very basic cheeseburger with a very basic recipe. The fries with cheese is what gives the points.

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Basic Cheeseburger

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The second burger I tried from Bun-Believable was the New York Tower burger. The burger still felt very close to a McDonald’s style burger. It was closer to a good Quarter Pounder with cheese. My biggest issue was the name and the expectations with it. Having ‘tower’ in the name I was expecting some double-decking and with ‘New York’ I was hoping for pastrami and not bacon.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The burger was pretty good. Again embracing this McDonald’s feel but it had avocado about of all condiments… an interesting choice

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The burger had:

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The patty was the same as the one in the previous burger. Although it says it was handmade, it felt much more of a pre-made, frozen patty. That doesn’t mean it was bad, on the contrary I really liked the patty as it was full of flavour and spice. That combined with the bacon pretty well. Although it was from the crispy type which I don’t like as much the flavour balance was there and neither was overpowering. The patty was juicy and the overall meat execution very nice!

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The cheese  was a bit more on the lacking side especially with the bacon there. It had a bit of that processed cheese feel that goes well on a diner/junk style burger but more was needed even if it was only a single patty.

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The salad was nice but a bit lacking. The lettuce was shredded and provided that crunchiness and fresh flavour. I loved the tomato flavour but the slices were very thin and the burger simply needed more. The avocado was the strangest add to the burger. It didn’t provide a needed flavour, it was there but you could feel it mostly because it was difficult to chew because it was green. I didn’t enjoy it and it was completely unnecessary ingredient.

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The white bun was fluffy but firm, holding the burger well, the one thing I would have added was more sauce or in this case mayo. although I think a classic burger sauce would have gone perfectly.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The fries were very tasty. They are one of the reason my whole meal had such a McDonalds feel, they had the smell but were much, much better. The whole flat had that signature smell after I opened the package and this is the kind of excitement you want from a meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Everyone has that junk food nostalgia of your first bite of McDonalds. However every time you take a bite from a McD burger you feel… disappointed. The flavour is not really as your mind remembers it. But this is exactly what Bun Believable did, they brought that nostalgia burger experience, a rarity

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A Short Tower

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Another week of quarantine another delivered Burger. I have had plenty of new burger joints pop on my Deliveroo and Uber Eats. This week we are doing Bun-believable. The menu looked fun and so did the images, although they had nothing to do with the burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is the best McDonald’s tasting burger I’ve ever had. This hit the nostalgia spot just right and build on top of it. Even the fries had a McDonald’s like smell but weren’t a molecule away from plastic.

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The burger had:

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On the menu it was written that these are handmade patties, however they felled very machined. Perfect shape, very dense and I’m pretty sure they were stored frozen. The quality of the meat for sure wasn’t the best I have had. But boy wasn’t the beef tasty! It was very well spiced, incredibly juicy and full of flavour. You had a classic Easter European style grilled beef patty that hit the right note for me. The burger had a flavourful crust on the outside, you could taste that classic grilled flavour. It was so close to home for me I was going to phone them and ask if their grill guy isn’t an Eastern European. The whole patty also pushed that diner style burger experience. The best part is the second patty didn’t overwhelm the rest of the burger but simply added more meaty flavour, I was pretty impressed with that.

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The processed cheese was flavourful, fit the profile of the burger and was present in every bite. I would have preferred a bit more but I guess the double patty broke the balance a tiny bit. With a single patty the cheddar was going to be right on the spot.

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The salad was really good. The lettuce was tasty and fresh, providing a light crunch. The tomato was full of flavour but was way too little. When the tomato was present in the bite it was completing the full experience of the burger. Not sure why the slices were so thin but I would have wanted more. The gherkins were the last piece of the puzzle that gave the relish-ness of the whole experience.

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My biggest gripe with the burger is the “Garlic Lovers” part which was very underrated. I didn’t  really feel much garlic and I think if there was garlic aioli instead of classic mayo the burger was going to be complete. Although I have to be honest a proper burger sauce was going to suit it better.

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The bun was very fluffy but firm. Lightly toasted and very tasty. It was a great bun for the burger. I loved how almost every single ingredient embraced the identity of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The fries were very tasty. They are one of the reason my whole meal had such a McDonalds feel, they had the smell but were much, much better. The whole flat had that signature smell after I opened the package and this is the kind of excitement you want from a meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Everyone has that junk food nostalgia of your first bite of McDonalds. However every time you take a bite from a McD burger you feel… disappointed. The flavour is not really as your mind remembers it. But this is exactly what Bun Believable did, they brought that nostalgia burger experience, a rarity

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The Tasty McDonald’s

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So in the wave of #supportlocalbusiness I had to order two burgers from the American Eclectic burger. The previous Beach Bum Burger was nice but it got few things wrong and I was hoping they were addressed better in their version of a classic burger – 3 Napkins. The strengths were the same but the weaknesses different

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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The burger embraced a very classic recipe. And considering the diner/junk food style burger it was a very good way to evaluate how good the burger joint is. If you can make a good classic burger you have all the baselines covered.

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The meat was executed well again. The patty was tasty it was cooked to well done but because of the fatty cut it was full of flavours and still juicy. I would have preferred either a medium patty that was juicier or a few more spices to compensate but non the less a pretty good execution. In combination with the tasty bacon the whole meat experience was good. The bacon was not from the crispy type which I honestly prefer it was full of flavour and complementing the beef in a great way.
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One of the biggest misses of the burger was the cheese. A thin slice of cheddar when you have both beef and bacon gets lost very easily. The patty was thick and didn’t have the privilege of the double thin patty, double cheddar setup the previous burger did. Two slices would have done a much better job. Sadly this is a mistake I see way too frequently
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The salad part was a bit of a disaster. The lettuce was full leaf, so whatever juices were present were halved… CAUSE THEY FUCKING DRIPPED AWAY! I can’t stress enough guys, how important is to shred your lettuce! The tomato was nice but you know that I’m spoiled when it comes to tomato quality. It was much better than your average UK burger joint but still there is more to ask. The pickles and red onions kind of patched up the situation but they weren’t as present as I hoped them to be. The acidity I was expecting wasn’t there.
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Mayo was good amount but couldn’t remove as much from the dryness of the burger as I was hoping for (the lettuce didn’t help). The brioche was of good quality although it could have been fresher.
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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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Fries were mediocre but the coleslaw was great. It was fresh had chillies and provided the right amount of spicy and was very different to regular slaw

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quirky about the burger except for the Coleslaw!

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A Basic Bun

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For a month now we have been in quarantine here in London, so I have continued my burger exploration via all the delivery options available. If you have favourite burger joints and you want to support them, consider ordering burgers from there #supportlocalbusiness ! So I went for one of the new local delivery only burger joints American Eclectic Burger. I had no idea what to expect so here it is

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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These are some classic, diner style, junk food burgers.  The one thing that was weird was that the burger was a bit different than what the recipe said. It was supposed to have BBQ sauce and crispy onions and it ended up with caramelized onions instead.

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The burger had:

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The patty was made from a nice fatty brikset cut. The meat was tasty but was a bit plain. It had a perfect feel for a junkfood style burger. The bacon was perfect IMO. It added complexity and much more flavour yet it didn’t dominate. One of the reasons was it was much more meaty than fatty and less crispy. The patty and bacon worked great together and made for a wholesome meat experience. A bit more juiciness and spice in the burger would have made it even better. I liked the double meat patty as there was more tasty grilled surface

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The cheese was a bit lacking considering the double meat patty. You could feel it but it wasn’t an obvious presence in every bite. It had that classic processed cheese feel which went well with the junkfood feel of the burger.

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The caramelized onions or crispy onions with a lot of BBQ (not sure which one is true) were a big miss for me. It was way to sweet, a bit of tangyness that wasn’t coming  from the onions. The onion flavour wasn’t present for long in the bite and overall it felt much more as a jam that was very sweet and had a hint of onion. This also overwhelmed the cheese. Thankfully it wasn’t masking the meatiness of the burger.

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Bricohe was ok but I think the burger missed a more specific sauce other than BBQ/Caramelized onions

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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Fries were mediocre but the coleslaw was great. It was fresh had chillies and provided the right amount of spicy and was very different to regular slaw

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quirky about the burger except for the Coleslaw!

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Classic Junk Food

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I know it is quarantine time and you shouldn’t (can’t ) go out for a burger. But you can order one and especially if you like a specific place, order food from time to time because you are supporting the business. I’m a few weeks behind on my reviews. But habits are important especially now with Isolation, so here is a review from my most recent visit to Patty & Bun a month ago. Their Liverpool Street branch reopened so I was back for a review.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Patty and Bun have always had these juicy

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The burger had:

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Patty and Bun’s patties have been a hit or miss in my opinion. They are not bad but frequently the meat isn’t the centerpiece of the burger. The meat is very plain, just salted. It is very juicy but I think a patty like that would work with a much simpler recipe. Few more spices or better choice of ingredients can fix this.

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The cheese was good. I’m not sure I approve of the processed style cheese but it is tasty…
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The pickled onions are the other highlight of the burger. They are delicate, provide this nice acidity and compliment the cheeseburger feel perfectly. I have started to enjoy more and more pickled onions because they are a great relish for any burger. However the rest of the ‘Salad’ is lacking. -1 point for non shredded lettuce. With a juicy burger like that and a flat leaf of lettuce ALL my sauce goes to waste to my paper and not into my patty, please shred the lettuce ( I should make a T-Shirt with that slogan). You also know I’m a spoiled brat when it comes to tomatoes. Once you know what a good tomato on burger should taste like you quickly get disappointed from ‘eh’ tomatoes. It isn’t horrible but it is a part that can be improved significantly.

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The brioche is tasty, and it provides the right level of sweetness. It gets soggy very quickly which I find it to be a feature not a bug of the execution. You know the good feel of a soggy last bite…

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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You have great sides, good choice of drinks. They have these monthly rotating burgers which I should try more of.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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I don’t think there is anything quirky about a classic burger.

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A Juicy Classic

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I was back in Scotland, back in Glasgow and back in Steak Cattle and Roll. This is the first time I have visited the Merchant City branch. I was hyped for a big messy burger and this is exactly what I got.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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It is always weird when a burger has repeated ingredients like the onions. The burger had both pan fried onions and fresh red onions.

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The burger had:

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This was for sure a very meaty burger. Having both a steak and patty was an interesting experience. They provide two sides of the same beef coin. The burger is fatty, very little spiced made of good quality meat. If the patty was the only meat, it was going to run into the same problem as last time –  too plain flavour profile. But this time the steak nicely complimented the patty and made the beef the centerpiece of the whole recipe. The steak also felt much more like an Eastern European steak rather than a British one. It was medium-well done on grill and wasn’t too chewy or big of a cut. The peppercorn sauce also complimented the beef flavour perfectly and I feel it was almost a perfect sauce for this burger.

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The cheddar this time was a bit of a miss. With the very meaty profile a lot of the cheesiness was lost in between bites. I think in the other Steak Cattle and Roll burgers the cheese had a much bigger stage compared to this one. That was fine but I was hoping for a bit more. If I was approaching a steak burger I was most probably going to omit the cheese all together.

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For me the biggest let down were the onions. The caramelized ones were greate and brought the right level of sweetness to the entire experience. As you know caramelized onions go perfectly with minced beef or steak and it did. But this time they were a bit of a fight with the fresh onions. You had sweetness and the sharp acidic flavour coming from the red onions which felt a bit strange. Not sure why they had two types of onions but I think if they only had caramelized ones or if the red onion was diced white onions it was going to hit the balance right.

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The rest of the vegetables also let me down. The lettuce wasn’t shred and you know my opinion on that… Don’t let the sauce drip away. The tomatoe wasn’t of great quality either. The brioche though was nicely toasted and tasty

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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This should be renamed to food coma venue. The size of the portons is huge. If you decide to go for cheesy fries, after you eat them you will feel your body slow down, yet your mind and tummy will be satisfied.

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I would have preferred a larger drink selection but all and all there are sides for everyone.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I like the idea of a pinaple in a burger. It could have been executed in a better way but this for sure is atypical.

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Steakalicious

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Mercato Metropolitano is one of the best places for food in London. The variety is huge and as you can imagine there are plenty of burger places. I was looking for a new experience as there were few familiar burger joints. Gourmet Burger’s Stand (not GBK) which is called I’Burghero is an Italian style burger joint that brings the Italian culture to the burger scene in London

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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From an Italian style burger I expect good meat and good cheese game. The first one was true with a light disappointment in the condiment department, the second one was a bit lacking.

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The burger had:

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The burger was really tasty. The meat was good quality, not too fatty but had plenty of flavour and had a very steaky feel. I loved the fact that it was obviously handmade and had plenty of spices to keep the taste going. I was a bit disappointed to see crispy bacon on an Italian style burger. Italians have plenty of prosciutto like meats that could have been used on this burger instead of a bacon. That can provide a much more delicate and fitting flavour to go with the rest of the burger. The bacon was a bit of a miss for me as it was too crispy and dominating in some bites.

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The cheese was very little and was lost in between the flavours. It was very delicate and lost in the mountain of caramelized onions. I think in the right proportion of it was going to go great with the eggs and the onions (if they were reduced) . Back to the onions, don’t get me wrong they were very good and tasty and I’m sucker for caramelized onions but these were a bit too much. There was too much sweetness in the burger because of them.

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The egg was one of the centerpieces and highlights of the burger and I think it went really well. With a more balanced flavour profile this can be a killer of a recipe. I didn’t enjoy the mayo too much though it was there more for the fattiness and sauciness than the flavour really. Truffle aioli would have done wonders IMO.

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The brioche was nice and fresh. I would have preferred it a bit more charred than it was but overall pretty good!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a stall at one of the best food Markets in London. You can have an Italian style burger, German beer and a French crepe! This is a great time to go with friends as there is something for everyone!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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I don’t think I have had an Italian style burger before and you know I’m a sucker for cultural style burgers. This wasn’t something too different but lets face it, you don’t get egg on a burger frequently together with onion jam.

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Buona Idea

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Last time I was in Sofia, a month ago I asked the community where should be the next place I go. The overwhelming answer was Vivenda. I have heard the recommendation before so it was time for me to visit. It is a premium butchery that has a burger truck next to it and I love the idea. What better way to show the quality of your meat than a burger? I had higher than usual expectations and I’m really glad they were met and exceeded.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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After I sat down for lunch, I soon realized there was a huge queue forming for seating and take away, even though the burger joint is not at the most convenient spot. This is always a good sign.

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The burger had:

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This was some really good beef. The quality was there together with a good amount of spices which had a Bulgarian feel to them. The cut was fatty enough and the patty was very juicy and full of flavour. This was a great example of high-quality beef mixed with the right amount of spices. This is an unpopular and un-purist way of cooking burgers that I think works much better overall. You should be a purist only if you are doing very simple burgers and this wasn’t the case, so good job! The bacon was well integrated into the beef’s flavour profile. They weren’t clashing but rather complementing each other. I love the fact that the entire meat story of the burger was spot on!

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Caramelised onions is always a great partner with beef and bacon. I was surprised that there was no cheese in the burger but I respect that. It is difficult to balance it out with the rest of the ingredients and if it interferes with the recipe or is obsolete then don’t put it. Going back to the caramelized onions they had the right level of sweetness and tanginess that was in contrast with the powerful jalapeno peppers. Frequently the jalapenos chefs use are not the most potent ones and they lose a lot of the charm and spiciness but this wasn’t the case.

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I’m so happy the lettuce was shredded as this was a very saucy burger. It was going to be a shame to see all the sauce drip away. The lettuce was plentiful and tasty so did act as a pallet cleanser.

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I couldn’t put much attention to the blueberry sauce and the burger sauce they had. It was kind of being lost in between the heavy flavours. I believe the burger sauce had a carrot base and on its own was tasty but the caramelised onions, jalapeno, beef and bacon were overshadowing it. My biggest gripe with the burger is the bun that got very soggy from all the sauces. It was crispy on the outside which was great but very quickly it became difficult to handle, I would have loved a bit more toast on it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I was pretty happy with the choice of drinks, sides and other meals. The fries were nice you have a selection of craft beers and overall good quality of meat.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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The atmosphere is nice. Nothing strange in the experience. Having a burger joint in the form of a bus to market the premium butchery is a smart idea though!

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Almost there!

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I have visited Honest burgers on Bank so many times now, it can be difficult to surprise me. I have had almost every single burger including seasonal ones. However, it is still a decent place for good food, good beer and to catch up with friends. I was happy to find a new burger with an interesting recipe that I haven’t tried yet… the Fondue

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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I always exepect the same with Honest. Decent patty, good ingredients, good recipe, less focus on the cheese and more focus on the bacon

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The beef is possibly the biggest weakness of the Honest burgers. The lack of spices and the very plain flavour is preasent in almost every single burger. Yes, it puts forward the rest of the ingredients but as a burger you should almost always think for the meat first. I understand that there are plenty of purists out there but for a pure taste I believe you need a very simple burger and that is not usually what Honest offers. The recipes have plenty of toppings and the toppings are tasty but the meat is almost never at the forefront

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Talking about the meat, I think one of the best pairs with a beef patty is not bacon. It is the Panacetta. Every single time I have had panacetta there has been a flavour explosion in my mouth. There aren’t any dominating flavours yet the porky presence is so evident. It is much easier to eat and it doen’st dominated the unflavoured patty

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The big accent of thes burger is the cheese… its in the name. I ate the burger with a Swiss and I can vouch that he liked it too. The burger was cheesy in the right way! The flaovour was there in every bite. It was nutty, it was fatty, it was stretchy and it really went well with the rest of the burgers.

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I love rocket and its flavour was felt through each of the burger bites.  The rocket together with the onions and pickles made for a very good salad that was sweet, sour and was restarting the fpallet. Overall the burger and the toppings made me very happy and they pushed the flavour in a very Swiss/Italian direction that suits it very well

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Good beer, great fries, great service!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I haven’t had 5 cheeses on a burger but I was well impressed and the overall Intalian/Swiss twist on it made me happy

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Cheese Melt

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When I was visiting McDonald’s I couldn’t have gone only for a BigMac. I had to try one of the other classics the Quarter Pounder. I wasn’t sure which one of the two I was going to prefer but after the first bite, it was obvious. My McDonald’s guilty food is the cheeseburger and the Quarter Pounder looks feels and tastes much more like a cheeseburger on steroids. I put a poll on my story to check what people thought, “Is the Quarter Pounder better than the Big Mac?” and there was a close winner – the Quarter Pounder, which matched my expectations

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 3/10

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Although a McDonalds cheeseburger is my guilty pleasure and the Quarter Pounder looks and feel like it a lot I was still dissapointed by it once I put my critique hat on.

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The burger had:

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I challenge anyone to try the McDonald’s meat patty on its own. You would be amazed how much a meat looking thing barely taste like one. Older versions of plant based burgers bare more resemblance. The beef burger was a bit better than the BigMac one. Was it the quantity or the tiny pieces of onion? …I’m not sure, but I think we have an upgrade from carboard to carboard with onions, it was more meaty for sure. I think the Quarter Pounder patty had a bit more presence compared to the Big Mac’s one. If you have a bite through the burger you will notice something is missing.

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I think the signature taste of the McDonald’s burgers, as noted in my last blog post, is coming from the dill pickle and the onions with the ketchup. It is such a classic taste and it hits so well that the entire essence of the burger is carried in it in my opinion. And good flavour concistency between the McDonald’s burgers is coming exactly from there, doesn’t matter if it is a Quarter Pounder, a Big Mac or a Cheeseburger.

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The processed cheese is felt more compared to the BigMac but is is still a bit overshadowed by the amount of circle brown thingy (meat) in the middle. So you get a hint of that classic flavour and a bit of fattiness in your bite. I’m glad they add two slices

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The bun was ok, a bit too dry for my taste but it had flavour and carried that classic McDonald’s aroma.

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Overall my McDonald’s experience is exactly what I expected. Tasty for the inner child riding that nostalgia wave from the first times you have had a burger but once looked objectively it all falls down. But you can’t eliminate that nostalgia feeling from the burger so that is why you get the 3/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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I know there are a lot of people who like the McDonald’s fries but I’m not one of them. Verry plastic, dry and lack good flavour so I was more excited with my burgers than my side for sure.

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Getting a soft drink from a machine always taste worse compared to having a bottle so even the drinks were dissapointing.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky about it. Although with all the hipster, Millenium burger joints in London, going to McDonalds is a hipster act on its own!

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Still Disappointed

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For some time now I have been thinking that I need to set a baseline for the burgers that I review. And what a better way to do that than to review the most famous burger chain in the world – McDonald’s. Although they have pivoted many times through the years McDonald’s is still is a popular place to pop for a burger especially when you crave that junk food or have that drunk hunger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 2.5/10

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I have always enjoyed a Big Mac especially when I require shitty  soul food but I have never looked it with my critique hat on so I decided to the exactly that but it was a… dissapointment.

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The burger had:

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So lets start with the cardboard, I mean the burger patty. Not sure if any of you has ever tried the McDonalds beef patty on its own but the lack everything. It  has a dry texture, it doesn’t break like a burger, the taste of beef is missing and the colour ain’t promissing either. Even when you take a bite through the Big Mac it doesn’t matter if the patty is in the middle, all the flavour is coming from the other ingredients and the patty is just that brown meaty thing for substance. The only reason it is a “burger” is because it is ground beef in the right colour and in between bread.

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I have to admit that the processed cheddar is one of the things that make the burger look good and the taste can be felt even with a thin slice because the patty is underperforming so much. The combination of the cheese with the burger sauce is where the “non salad” flavour of the burger is coming from.

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Talking about sauce, the Big Mac sauce is simply good on its own or with the salad ingredients but has no interaction with the cardboard. The best part about the whole burger and the reason it has such a high score are the pickles, onions and shredded lettuce (yes even McDonald’s knows that you need to shred your lettuce). The pickle with the onion together with the sauce in a burger bite bring out that classic McDonald’s flavour for me. It has nothing to do with the cheese or the meat, it is all about the relish and the sauce in between the famous McDonald’s buns.

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Talking about the buns they are weird. They have that specific smell and flavour which is also a signature to the McDonald’s experience. It isn’t great, it isn’t nicely toasted, it is too soft and frequently squished too much but it does the job and is tasty.

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McDonald’s taste I think will always be more of a nostalgia than anything else. It hits you way back when you were young and had your first burger bite.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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I know there are a lot of people who like the McDonald’s fries but I’m not one of them. Verry plastic, dry and lack good flavour so I was more excited with my burgers than my side for sure.

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Getting a soft drink from a machine always taste worse compared to having a bottle so even the drinks were dissapointing.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky about it. Although with all the hipster, Millenium burger joints in London, going to McDonalds is a hipster act on its own!

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Only Nostalgia

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Patty and Bun is a very consistent burger joint. They have always had great meat and very very juicy burgers, full of sauce. They recently reopened their location at Liverpool Street Station so I went to visit with a friend. Let’s get messy!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This was for sure a very interesting recipe. The patty reminded me of the great BabaG burgers but had a much more of a Greek style influence. I loved it

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The burger had:

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I absolutely loved the patty. It was juciy and full of flavour. The lamb sat perfectly and was well enchanced by the chillies and the coriander. The hotness was on a very good level. Enough to be present in the palet without overwhelming or numbing the taste buds. The patty was well spiced and overall a very good example of what a good patty can and should be.

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The feta cheese and the cumin aioli was what made the rest of the burger happen. The cummin goes really well with the lamb and the mayo feta combination brings contrast to the bite. The flavlours both balance each other but you can feel them separately which is what makes the whole experience so unique. Lamb with yogurt is a very clasic combination and the feta takes the place of the yogurt flawelessly.

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The thing that I didn’t understand about the burger were the vegetables. You had the deep fried courggets which added texture to the experience but not much flavour and you have the pickled aubigine that was completly lost in the other strong flavours. If you had more of one or the other I think the balance was going to be there. A stronger pickle feel was missing from the burger. The lettuce was a whole leaf, thin and didn’t have much taste. Shred it so you can put more and get the flavour out of it. Also you won’t get all the sauce to drip away from it.

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The brioche was well toasted and tasty but due to the sauciness it quickly got soggy but I guess this is the charm of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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They have great fries and a good selection of beer. I do like the burger joint a lot but I don’t like the fact burgers are served in a paper even when you sit it. Considering how saucy they are the paper tray isn’t the best experience.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This really reminded me of the Baba G lamb burgers. This recipe encompasses a lot of Greek/Middle-eastern influence and I love it, it isn’t something you try everyday. It is very distinct and unique flavour that suits a burger.

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I’m Lambing it!

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Skarabar is a restaurant I trust a lot. Few times I have brought friends from all around the world to try Bulgarian food and one of the go-to places is Skarabar. They have an amazing high-quality grill, really tasty salads and great service. This time I was visiting with my family and I was very pleasantly surprised when I saw a burger on the menu. Since the place is so famous for its barbecue and good quality meat, I had to try it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This smelled and felt lie a Bulgarian style burger from the first moment. And also seeing the burger beign served to a neigbouring table I was astonished by the size of it… its BIG!

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The burger had:

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This for sure is a great execution of a beef burger. It is entirely inspired and executed by the classic Bulgarian Kofta recipe and the taste is there. You can feel the spices, all the juices from the medium-well patty and is one of the better patties I have tried. You guys know I like meat with identity, something that is bringing the local culture into the recipe and this is it. I’m going to have a weird critique though. The meat was too much and the whole burger had a bit of an identity crisis. It was very tasty and dominant in the bites but that put the rest of the ingredients in the background. It felt much more like a classic Bulgarian style “burger in a bun” but without really embrasing it so it kind of stayed in the middle between a Bulgarian and a Western style burger.

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The melted cheddar was too little to be felt in the large meaty bites. I would have put double the amount at least to it can be a much more present and balanced flavour in the mix.

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The vegetables were tasty and I appreciated the fact that the tomato was omitted since it was out of season. (Maybe it is in the recipe but mine didn’t have one). The gherkings where sour and added that great acidity that goes well with every burger. I would have appreciated a few more. It is one of few times where I would ask for a bit more onion since hte few cuts weren’t enough but that may have been because of the meat.
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The bread was crunchy and  I like the fact that they went for white bread. The sauce was I believe luteniza and mayo and it went well but was a bit too little and I would have loved a bit more emhpasis from the mayo. Non the less a very tasty burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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These are some of the best fries you can try. They taste like the fries your grandma will make. The fries are full of flavour and the right amount of salty but also go well with the large selection of good grill and salads.

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Their beer choice is pretty good as well!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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A Bulgarian style burger was a very interesting experiment. The last one I had at BDSwas lovely

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Kofte in a Bun

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Having a burger with a friend means you can share and try more burgers which is great when you are in a tasty burger joint like MEAT. I was already excited about the first bite because the previous burger I tried was so good

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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The cheeseburger was almost as good as the MEAT burger that I tried but there were few things missing or different in the puzzle.

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The burger had:

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The beef patty similar to the previous one I tried was bloody amazing. It was well done but was really juicy. It didn’t have the feel of your classic purist style burger. It had plenty of spices in the mix and the cut was fatty enough to have that beef flavour as the centrepiece of the burger

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MEAT burgers are a good example of how to put cheese and balance it out. Frequently cheese tends to be overpowering when melted because it is too salty and the other ingredients don’t shine or missing in flavour at all. This wasn’t the case the cheese was in the cheeseburger and it was delicious

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The benefit of eating in Bulgaria is that vegetables in burgers are amazing and are full of flavour. Even though it was December the tomato had so much taste and in combination with the smoky mayo, mustard MEAT sauce it was really tasty. One of my critiques is that the sauce wasn’t enough and some of the juices dripped away because the lettuce leaves even though slightly chopped were big and slippery. I do have to admit that the lettuce leaves were the right amount in terms of providing both texture and taste. Onions and pickles provided the acidity but I would have prefered more finely chopped onion because it was too dominant in some bites and not so much in others.

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I love the fact that MEAT has its own homemade brioche. It has a great crust, soft on the inside. They toast it well. It is never soggy and the bread isn’t too much but just right!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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This is a great burger joint, especially in Bulgaria. Good, simple and classic burger recipes. Great fries and a very good selection of beers and other drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky about the place. Just classic recipes done very well.

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A Classic Experience

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This has been long overdue! Here is a list of the Top 3 places in London you should definitely visit if burgers are your thing. I have been asked plenty of times from friends and people around me so I decided to create this list for all the cities where I have had extensive burger tasting. There is one for Sofia as well!

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#3 BabaG’s Naga Delhi – 9/10

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Even though there are burgers in London with a higher score than BabaG’s Naga Deli burger it was and still is the first burger that truly surprised me. It is a burger that took fusion cuisine on the next level. It is spicy and it isn’t for people with delicate palettes but if you are in for a burger experience that is it.

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The lamb patty is great. The combination of flavours is very Indian and nothing you are used to seeing fro a burger. There isn’t a single familiar ingredient in it, yet it is so relatable and tasty. They have few pop-ups here and there and I’ve had consistently good experience in every one.

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The full review for this bad boy can be found: BabaG’s Naga Delhi – 9/10

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#2 Yen Burger’s Spicy – 10/10

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I’m a sucker for a burger recipe that is a fusion. Getting ingredients from a place you are not used to seeing them and then embedding them into something familiar is a difficult task. The Japanese inspired Yen Burgers does exactly that.

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Whenever you try fusion recipes frequently you are making a tradeoff between execution and complexity of the recipe. This wasn’t the case. It was a great example of a simple, yet different burger made well with quality ingredients.

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The full review for this bad boy: Yen’s Spice Burger – 10/10

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#1 MeatMission’s Dead Hippie – 10/10

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If someone asks me “Which burger should I try in London? ” my answer will be Dead Hippie at Meat Mission. Recently I went again and had it without the idea of reviewing it just so I can enjoy a great burger. It was still a 10/10. It isn’t a glamorous burger and it doesn’t have a weird recipe, but it is just so good!

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It is a very very dirty burger. But it is worth all the messiness. On top of that I think Meat Mission is a great burger joint that has delicious food coma style loaded fried. Good beer choice and many more burgers to try.

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You can see the full review for this bad boy: MeatMission’s Dead Hippie – 10/10

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Honourable Mentions

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There are quite a few places that now serve burgers that are “not burgers” like Plant or Impossible burger. However I don’t think they can ever reach the level of regular beef patty, they can be delicous but not exactly there. If you are trying to be Vegan or Vegeterian the best burger I can recommend, one that I would happily go have myself as a meat eater – Mildreds’ Polish – 9/10

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They have several restaurants in London and it is overall a great restaurant for your Vegan and Vegetarian friends.

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This has been long overdue! Here is a list of the Top 3 places in Sofia you should definitely visit if burgers are your thing. I have been asked plenty of times from friends and people around me so I decided to create this list for all the cities where I have had extensive burger tasting. There is one for London as well!

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#3 Burgers on the Road’s Horsepower – 9/10

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This is one of the first burgers I tried in Sofia that changed my mind for the Sofia Burger scene. Their additional twist of using horse meat made it even better. It is one of the few places that offered such an option in combination with very good execution.

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If you haven’t had horse meat I strongly recommend it, although I can understand why some people may be put off. Burgers on the road make seasonal burgers and update their menus from time to time, so there is always something for everyone.

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You can check out the full review for this bad boy here: Burgers on the Road’s Horsepower – 9/10

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#2 BDS’s Beef Burger – 8.5/10

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The reason the BDS burger is higher on the list although it has a lower score is the concept. I was so happy to see a burger joint in Bulgaria that embraced our own burger and grill culture. Fusing cuisines is a passion of mine and I love seeing it expressed in burgers and this is the first successful Bulgarian fusion.

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Homemade, incredibly tasty, classic, Bulgarian white bread for a bun. Great burger patty that emphasises on quality and uses the inspiration of the Bulgarian Kofta and signature ingredients. For sure the burger could have been exectuted better, this is why it isn’t a 10. But if you want to have a Bulgarian burger experience this is the place.

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You can check out the full review for this bad boy here: BDS’s Beef Burger – 8.5/10

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#1 MEAT’s Meat Burger – 10/10

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This one is the very latest additions and I’m happy I waited until the last day of the year before I posted this list. It was a great surprise and it is safe to say this is the best classic British style burger recipe I have tried! Weird that it is made in Sofia.

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This also happens to be the first 10/10 in Sofia. Apparently, MEAT is the OG of the Sofia burger scene and I’m sad I have skipped it until now. You can find the burger joint in the centre of the city towards the end of the hipster street in Sofia – Angel Kanchev

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You can check out the full review for this bad boy here: MEAT’s Meat Burger – 10/10

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Apparently, Meat is one of the first burger joints in Sofia but I had never been there until this Christmas break. Plenty of friends recommended the venue. The burger game in Bulgaria had improved a lot since a few years ago and it tends to be the new places that push it in the right direction. So I was a bit sceptical of the OG of the Sofia burger scene but hey, I was proved wrong!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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What I have found out is that the classic British burger recipe is easy to get to taste good but difficult to get perfect. It is one of those strong flavours and balance problems that is difficult to do right. And compared to all the classic British burger recipes this one is the best one I have tried!

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was great. A great fatty cut, a lot of spices including a traditional for bulgaria addition of cumin. The meat was juciy and I could feel the classic burger flavour in every single bite. The bacon worked with it instead of dominating. Although it was cripsy it was easy to bite through and the classic flavour was integrated into every bite as well. Frequntly I find the combination of beef patty and bacon to be executed poorly but this was one of the best I have had.

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A lot of places would put a single piece of cheddar and then the presence of the cheese would be lost and completely irrelevant. In this case, the classic cheddar was well melted, added that fatty presence and the taste you expect. Even though all the flavours were strong the cheese managed to pop out in every bite which is exactly what you want.

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The lettuce was diced… hurray! There was no leaking sauce yet there was enough lettuce (because it was diced) to be felt and to add crunchyness and freshness in every bite. The pickles were great on the side. They popped that bright acidity in the bites yet weren’t overpowering anything ( cause you could bite as much as you want ). It was a great balance that was even more accentuated by the caramelized onions. Everyone knows that the onion is a great addition to your beef burger but when done with good level of sweetness it also helps smooth out the rest of the flavours so they can balance out.

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The MEAT sauce was very simple but I absolutely loved it. It was one of those things that rounded up the entire experience and just pushed it to perfect. I felt smoked mayo with Dijon mustard and it provided that layer around which all the other ingredients balanced out and tasted great.

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Aparently it is difficult to get proper buns for burgers in Sofia and it is absolutely great to see that burger joints that make their own brioche bread. This gives chefs the ability to tailour everything for the burger and make sure they are fresh. This was exactly the case at MEAT. The Brioche was well toasted had that light sweetness and was fluffy on the inside.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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This is a great burger joint, especially in Bulgaria. Good, simple and classic burger recipes. Great fries and a very good selection of beers and other drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky about the place. Just classic recipes done very well.

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Meatilicous

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Another burger joint that has been on my list for a while. I need to share the list somewhere, it is constantly growing. Red Dog Saloon is in the burger area of London (Hoxton to Shoreditch you can find a lot of great burger places) and I claim to say it is a great diner-style burger joint. I really enjoyed my lunch I had there.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This was for sure an interesting recipe with an emphasis of the meat. The use of saurkraut and the pork went well with the Christmans theme to be honest.

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The burger had:

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The meat in the burger was done properly. The patty was full of flavour and juicy. The meat was really good quality and had decent amount of fat in the cut and was full of flavour. The patty was well spiced yet it kept a purist feel. Not sure what exactly is that Chuck steak cut but it was really good and wasn’t dominated by the brisket. The brisket had the right amount of fat to bring that flavour the meat was a delicous but a bit dry. My biggest critique is the size of the bites and slices. It wasn’t easy to chew through, you could easily pull the whole piece so it wasn’t comfortable to eat.

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The saurkraut was great, it had more of a polish style since it was slightly sweeter. I was hoping for a bit more acidity in the bites and I think a nice gherkin was missing the full pickle experience.

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The swiss cheese was enough and was felt through every bite. The typical creamy and nutty flavour went really well with the sauerkraut and the meats. It was melted nicely and on point.

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The russian dressing was in a really good amount it wasn’t sogging the bun yet nothing was dry and had an enchanced flavour, in combination with the sauerkraut and the cheese it helped for a very classic taste profile. The toasted seeds on the brioche were full of flavour and rounded up the burger really well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Red Dog Saloon is a very nice diner style place. Everyone was happy with their burgers. They have a good choice of drinks, I really liked the draft pale ale. The loaded fries sent me into a food coma and the cheesiness was at the right level

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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This was for sure an atypical recipe. Saurkraut although popular is not frequently used in a burger. The pork was interesting and the whole recipe worked well together.

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The Seeds!

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I hadn’t visited Honest burgers and Bank for a while. The main reason is I tried almost all the burgers, and there are so many other places I should try to explore. I still think Honest is one of the more consistent burger chains in terms of quality across the different restaurant. That said, I do believe their chef has changed recently because I haven’t been as happy with the burgers as before, it is either that or I have become much more pretentious. The Honest’s unique in Bank is using Rib Man’s meat and sauce, if you don’t know him, he is a legend in the London street food scene and he makes pretty good ribs.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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I haven’t been in Honest since they introduced their location-specific burgers. And since I already have a review of the Christmas Burger I had to try the Honest – Bank’s special.

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The burger had:

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Let us start with the meat as usual. It was a lot. The Rib Man’s rib meat was pretty good and added a lot of that classic barbecue flavour. It was tender and melting. I’ve had rib cuts and briskets in other places, and the way you bring that flavour is with a simple sauce, and that is it. You want to make the meat the king. In this case, there were too many things going on in the recipe to do good to the rib meat throughout the experience. That said the Rib Man’s meat had a stronger flavour profile than the unseasoned burger patty. From time to time the burger flavour was popping up, and it was terrific, but mostly it was adding to that meaty experience. Regarding the sauce that is again from Rib Man, I can’t say I’m wowed. It is a good sauce, but with all the other ingredients, it feels more like delicious bbq sauce than anything game-changing, e.g. African Volcano’s sauce.

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The Red Leicester is a great cheese for a burger but not in a burger like that. When you have so many sauces and meats, you either have to go all in and put shit tonne of cheese or don’t put any at all because it is simply going to get lost. I would have loved to see a lot of melted cheese with bbq spices mixed with the rib meat. I think that might have worked better for this burger.

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The white onions and the pickles were great. They went well with the gravy and added that brightness to the bites. Both go so good in a BBQ themed meal, and I think it was the right choice. The benefit of having so many intense flavours is that it is difficult to go overboard with the pickles and onions and thankfully they didn’t go low on them.

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One of the more significant problems with the burger and usually I’m the last person to complain about it was that it was too soggy and saucy. Juices were coming from everywhere. I like the idea of shoestring fries because you can add a lot of good texture and crunch and with it, highlight spices on the chips and make it great but in this case, they just got soaked from the sauces, and they lost all their character. The burger was going to taste the same if the fries weren’t there. I have to admit I did like the taste of the soggy brioche but handling the burger was a very… very messy experience

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Honest has always been a great burger choice, especially with their rosemary fries a pretty good selection of burgers that can satisfy all types of foodies – vegans, vegetarians and beef junkies.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t see ribs in burger; usually it is a burger with a very overwhelming idea and a lot of sauces.

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Drip, Rip, Rib

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Burger and Beyond has a really nice atmosphere but I have to admit I was surprised by the smaller size of the burgers, they were big enough to share though. Going with a friend means you can always try more burgers and that is what I did. The bacon butter was another simple recipe, yet I enjoy those a lot these days, because you can see how good the execution is.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10
\nThis one was vibing in the same way as the previous – a high class junkfood burger. We have all the basics in place, so how is it?

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The burger had:

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The meaty flavour profile was expectedly better than the previous burger. The leaner cut of the burger went well with the bacon. I have noticed that a lot of places put bacon on burger but don’t execute it well necesserily and this was a very well made bacon. The pancetta bacon is lighter in my opinion which went quite well with everything around it. I have to say that in few of the bites the bacon was dominating the beef but overall I preffered this to the Cheeseburger I had in Burger and Beyond.

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The double American Cheese is what pushed that junkfood vibe. I liked the fact there were two slices because the cheese flavour was preasent in every bite and it was tasty. It is a staple and a classic flavour for the diner style burgers. I have to adimt that the quality wasn’t there but I’m absolutely fine with tat as long as the taste is good and it balances well with the rest of the ingredients and that was the case.

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This time I enjoyed the onions quite a bit more. They added the sweetness, acidity and crunch to the whole experience. A very classic topping that in this case balanced very well with the bacon. A bit more pickles or a better burger sauce could have pushed the burger in the right direction but the very delicate burnt butter mayo didn’t really do it for me. If felt lost among everything else.

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The brioche was nice, I would have prefered a bit more toast but the burger wasn’t soggy and I really liked the taste of it. It was obviously fresh which made it nice and soft.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burgers and beyond offers really good fries and the atmosphere  is of a mid range restaurant. I especially like the contrast between the environment and the types of burgers being served.

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Good choice of drinks helps with having a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quriky about the burger but I liked the atmosphere at the venue

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Delicate Junk Food

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Burger and beyond is a place that has been on my radar for a while now. I was looking for a place to have a night out with few friends and being close to it in Shoreditch, this was an obvious choice. Honestly, it is getting a bit more difficult to find places to eat burgers where I haven’t been, at least convenient once.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10
\nThe burger had a bit of split personality, I think it was going for a posh junk food vibe. The recipe was simplistic so I was looking for a high level of execution.

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The burger had:

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As usual, let’s start with the meat. The quality is rarely in question especially in a competitive location like Shoreditch. However, for me the leaner cut didn’t go well with the junk food vibe the burger was pushing. The beef flavour was there but it was quite plain. Even if the patty was salted at least a bit more you would have gotten much more flavour from the charred crust of the burger. Please spice your burgers more. The rest of the flavours weren’t the most delicate so I don’t think the leaner cut worked well.

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One of the reason the burger had a junkfood vibe was the processed cheese you would find in McDonalds. Now this is not a bad thing. I think the cheese was great. It was tasty, it was pushing for that diner style/ junkfood cheeseburger feel. It was most importantly tasty. If the quality of the other ingredients were on the right level this could have worked really well.

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I have learned to apprerciate fresh onions on a burger. With the right amount you get that acidity, sweetness and signature taste which when combined with the beef, pickles and sauce it gives that classic diner style burger flavour. In this case the balance was off. There were too many onions and they were dominating the beef patty.

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The mayo was a pretty nice addition, I loved the smokiness and the flavour. It was full bodied and felt like a burger sauce. The smokiness was lightly dominating the meat but overall it is one of the best mayos I have had. The bun was very soft and soaked a bit from the mayo, I would have prefered a bit more toast and overall a bit more size to the bun and patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burgers and beyond offers really good fries and the atmosphere  is of a mid range restaurant. I especially like the contrast between the environment and the types of burgers being served.

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Good choice of drinks helps with having a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quriky about the burger but I liked the atmosphere at the venue

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The Posh Cheeseburger

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Draft House is a place I have visited quite a few times, mainly because of the beer and nice snacks. Burgers have always popped on the main page of the menu but I have never really ordered one. I was having a drink with a friend after work in the City and it is always difficult to find a place with burgers and drink. Especially one I haven’t had a burger at. But there it was…

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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I’m sad to say that this is one of my worst burger experiences I have had.

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The burger had:

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The meat was well done, it wasn’t very juicy but I have had worse from that perspective. I was hoping for more flavour but the lean patty didn’t give me much to work with. There weren’t any spices to highlight the meat. I have had similar patties, frequently surrounded by a great choice of condiments to make them work into a tasty burger. This time, I also had boiling hot insides of a burger with a cold bun. Considering the burger was dry and the insides were extremely hot, this leads me to believe the patty was microwaved. I hope my taste buds are wrong and that I’m being extremely pretentious.
\nThe smoked bacon wasn’t cooked well and was pretty hard but it did have a lot of flavour which kind of helped the meaty experience.

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The other problem with the burger was the bun. It was cold, not toasted, without any dressing or sauce. This contributed to the overall dry experience of the burger. Even after squeezing it and putting it away for a few minutes (because it was too hot) the bun remained pretty dry. It was only the middlle bites

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The bit that saved the burger was the pickles, mayo and cheese (which were pushed a bit too much towards the centre). The smoked cheese with the smoked mayo helped with giving the burger character. You could feel the smokiness and the cheese in every bite. Together with the brightness of the pickle, it rounded it up.

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This place needs to fully rework their burgers

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries weren’t good, bland and didn’t really seemed tripple fried as it was stated but the beer choice compensates.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Except for the extremly hot patty I don’t see anything quirky about the burger

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Piping Hot Burger

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Back to Glasgow and I’m giving Steak, Cattle and Roll a second try. A friend of mine swears by them and I have to admit they are one of the most consistent burger joints I have been to. They do have the saucy, big and slightly quirky burgers that I love.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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I was very interested in the chilli infused pinaple that I saw it the recipe. I beleive this is one of the best ideas I have seen recently for a burger. It is a fun way to add acidity, sweetness and hotness to a burger. Sadly it didn’t match my expectation but I appreciate the try.

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The burger had:

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Meat, meat, meat. The shortcomings of having an amazing quality meat in Scotland is the fact that plain burger is much more common than other places I have been to. As I have mentioned before I don’t mind having a simple patty that focuses on the quality of the meat but I don’t beleive it should be done when you have strong flavours surounding it. The meat was of good quality but a bit too lean. The lack of spices didn’t help underly the beef flavour and left it more as a meaty filler in the bites. Even if it isn’t too spiced, a lot of salt and pepper on the ouside with a nice crust can do wonders but you also need a fattier cut.
\nThis is one of the few times I have liked candied bacon. I have found that a lot of places put bacon that overpowers the other flavours or is simply there because bacon is like a religion. In this case it managed to compliment the rest of the flavours including the pinapple and the smoked cheese. It wasn’t difficult to eat and was tasty as hell.

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I think one of the things that Steak Cattle and Roll to best comapred to other burger joints is they balance the cheese. There is enough to pop inbetween the other strong ingredients. The smokiness from the cheddar was present and rounded up the burger in a very tasty way. The cheese was felt through every bite and sadly this isn’t a thing that a lot of other burger places do.

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The grilled pinaple was tasty as hell and it did add the acidity and sweetness. I’m for sure going ot try this in one of my recipes. The chilly didn’t live up to its expectations, it was simply missing. A jalapeno chilli or scotch bonet would have worked great with the pinaple and could have added that light heat. On top of that the pinapple goes really well with the relish, never expected that. That combination of flavours really pushed the burger for me even though the patty was lacking. My biggest critique is as usual the single whole leaf of lettuce that sometimes drains the sauces and is too little to have an impact on the flavour… just get rid of it.

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Nice firm and full bodied mayo was used that helped mix and mellow out all the flavours. I liked it but I was sad that all the sauces from the burger made the bun soggy on the bottom side. Either more toast or simply more bread on the bottom would have done the trick.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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This should be renamed to food coma venue. The size of the portons is huge. If you decide to go for cheesy fries, after you eat them you will feel your body slow down, yet your mind and tummy will be satisfied.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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I like the idea of a pinaple in a burger. It could have been executed in a better way but this for sure is atypical.

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Pineapples in Canada

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Bread Meats Bread is the first place that got a 10/10 a few years ago. It was one of the best places for burgers in the UK. Although in my latest visits haven’t been on the top of my burger list I’m always curious to see what the state of BMB is. The Glasgow burger joint was full of people and had few new items on the menu I haven’t seen.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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This was for sure a very strange recipe and I wanted to give it a try. The burger was a big and heavy and pretty tasty.

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The burger had:

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The burger patty was made of quality Scottish beef. It was very well spices bringing up the taste of the meat, especially when you try it on its own. It wasn’t the juciest I have tried but the flavour was there. My problem with the burger was the brisket. It was tasty and good but was entirely dominating the burger patty. The bites felt more as a brisket sandwitch rather than a burger. So far Black Bear Burger has been the only burger that has managed to balance brisket and patty correctly.

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The cheese was the interesting part of the burger. If the patty was leaner and there weren’t dominating taste, I beleive that the smoky taste of the Scamorzo was going to be much more prominent. Combining it with the brisket and the rest of the strong flavours the cheese felt more like a classic mozarella and lacked any form of flavour or punch although on its own it was fine.

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I loved the onions. They went great with the brisket and the meat. They added that distinguished sweetness that worked well with the sweetness from the BBQed brisket and highlighted the beef. The pickles were tasty but I would have preffered a bit for a bit more brightness in the bites.

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The spicy beef mayo simply enchanced the beefy flavour and was a great sauce for the burger. I was expecting spiciness but the “spiciy” bit was lacking. It was full of flavour and went well with everything. The bun was nicely toasted, hold well and tasty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Bread Meats Bread is still a top burger joint. They have great sides, interesting choice of other food and nice drinks.

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It is still one of the best places to get your mouth stuffed with good food.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I haven’t seen the Scamorzo cheese in use anywhere and I beleive with a simpler burger it may end up being well highlighted

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All the Beefiness

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In my last trip to Bulgaria, a place that was highlighted by a friend of mine was BDS ( It actually means Balkan Delicatesse Grill). It is a place that claims to do what I was looking for Bulgaria… a Bulgarian burger. I was really interested in the execution so it is safe to say I was excited. On top of that, the venue has a very classic look that romanticizes the communist era in a good way.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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In traditional Bulgarian streetfood we have what you would call a burger but frequently it is made of pork or pork/beef mix. It tends to be much plainer than the typical burger and doesn’t use cheese. So I was pleasently surprised when there was a Bulgarian recipe to a burger. In my opinion with very few fixes this burger can go for a 10/10

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The burger had:

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The beef was high quality and the flavour was accentuated with the classical Kofte spices that are used in Bulgaria. The typical flavour of cumin was present and even though the burger was cooked and looked like a classic burger it had the distinct nature of Bulgarian grill. This is exactly what I have been looking for in my exploration of burgers in my home country and I’m really happy someone is doing it.

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The smoked cheese was there more for the melt than for tha flavour. I can see how thee somky accents could have worked if the quantity was more. Sadly the faste was lost in between the bites. The rest of the flavours were much more potent.
\nThe soft cheese sauce is a variation of a typical Balkan/Middle eastern dip called Shmerkeze. It was using cream cheese and mayo with the typical paprika and I really liked it. This is something I have never thought of to put in a burger and I was very pelasently surprised. The use of soft cheese softened the flavour while making the sauce heavy. It is one of those things that goes great with everyting, but in the same time it didn’t standout on its own and didn’t highlight any of the other ingredients. A use of regular Bulgarian cheese, possibly from sheep or goat, with more spices and addition of the classic onions can make this a killer burger sauce IMO.

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The lettuce leaf was very thin and small and in the mids of all the great flavours it was absolutely useless in the burger. Either put a bit more (please dice it) or simply remove it. As usual it is always a great pelasure to have a tomato from the Balkans in your burger. The difference in taste is huge compared to the western tomatoes that for some reason try to find a place in a burger.  I also think the burger and the sauce combined very well with the meaty tomato.
\nThe gherkins was one of the places where the recipe could have been executed better. Both more and with stronger pickle flavour would have trully pushed the acidity and the balance of the burger. In few of the bites where gherkins were present the hint of greatness was there.

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Let’s talk about the bloody amazing bread. Holly FUCK! This is possibly the best bun I have had for a burger. On top of that, it also ties perfectly with the Balkan experience. Let me give it do you step by step experiece:
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\n2. From the sight of the crust you know how it is going to sound.
\n3. Smell of charred bread puts a smile.
\n4. You take a bite
\n5. Crunch is intense both on sound and feel… full of flavour.
\n6. Then clouds come to take the rest of your pallet
\n7.  Then toasted flavour of white bread soaked with tasty juices finishes it off

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I’m going to call this the 7 commandments of a good bun…

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The venue is small and you don’t have many places to sit. You have interesting choices of drinks and decent grill. I was expecting more from the fries they for sure aren’t on par with the burger.

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The lemonade is pretty good though!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Bulgarian style of the whole burger and THAT bun were trully unique.

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The holy bun

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I think I’m getting more famous since this is the second spot in Sofia, Bulgaria that requested a review for their burger joint. Carnivale is a fun, quirky place close to the centre and one of the prettier parks in Sofia – South Park. By coincidence, I live close by so it was very convenient for me to drop by for lunch. It does a lot of things including shisha’s and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This is one of the times where I see a burger and I instantly know where my critique is going to be. The burger was with a very impressive size. So impressive that even I, as a large lad had an issue taking a bite. This is a no go for me since if you can’t have a full bite from a burger then you might as well have a salad with a patty.  But this wasn’t such a “big” issue, the problem was the onion. That thick slice of a fresh large onion that was in the middle of the burger.

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The burger had:

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The burger patty was very tasty. On the outside, it had the perfect level of tasty char that you want in a good burger, that is where a lot of the flavour is. I would have prefered if it wasn’t well done but medium so it can be juicier but I think it fits better the Bulgarian way of eating burgers. The patty wasn’t betting only on the quality of the beef. There were plenty of spices to push that beef flavour. The goal of having the patty as the centrepiece of the burger was achieved!

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The cheddar melted around the edges and it was missing in the middle of the patty but when it was in the bites it was amazing. It balanced perfectly with the meat. Combined with the relishes you were getting this classic burger flavour among the bites. The cheddar was strong and tasty and is a good example of how cheese should be on a burger.

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As expected the tomato was great. We are in Bulgaria and the quality of the veggies is way up there. Full of flavour and meaty and with good enough ingredients around it to balance the bites.
\nAnd this is where things go wrong. That onion slice absolutely ruined the burger for me. As a rule, if I order a burger I don’t remove anything from it. I want to experience the recipe as prepared by the chef. Even though I know that the onion is going to ruin it for me I took the bite. A centimetre thick of a slice is too much for a burger. If the onion was less maybe diced, lightly pickled and incorporated into a salad it was going to be much better. Raw onion isn’t bad in a burger if it is put well together and balanced but this wasn’t the case. Every bite was full of onion and the burger started to shine after I removed it halfway through. This is the main reason the burger has a lower grade. If the onion wasn’t there this could have easily been 8.5/10. And let’s not talk about the leaf of lettuce. It takes the sauce (in this case chunks of mayo) and takes them away. Please dice your lettuce.

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The reason I’m ranting so much is that the rest of the ingredients were pretty good. The caramelized onions were obviously homemade. They were tasty, added that sweetness and classic cooked onion flavour that suits a burger very well. Combine it with relish and the cheddar and you have a perfect burger.

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The mayo was used as a saucy base to make the bites moister but could be better, garlic aioli maybe? The brioche was fresh and tasty and even though it wasn’t toasted it managed to hold the burger very well and soak the juices from the caramelized onion.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The place has burgers, shisha and great deserts I am absolutely sold. It is a bit tacky but that is also its charm. The complimentary dessert I got was really tasty and unique. The sides looked good but didn’t try. It is for sure a place you can go and have a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Excluding the size I don’t think there was something too weird about the burger except its size/

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Dat Onion

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Yen Burger is a burger place that I really enjoyed last time I visited. So I decided to bring my friends over and give another burger a try. It is an easily reachable venue and opens at 12.00 just for lunch. The last burger was so close to a 10/10, it had one of the best beef patties I have tried so I was hyped about this one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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This was a very simple burger. The simpler you go the more is expected from the ingredients and the burger delivered

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The burger had:

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As I’ve mentioned before the patty is one of the best I have tried. The Angus Beef that they use is full of flavour and very good quality, I also find it much better than their Wagyu beef. The burger is crispy on the outside and full of juicy goodness on the inside. They are also spicing the burger so it isn’t just the meat working. What you end up with is an amazing burger that acts as the centrepiece of every single bite.

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I admire the fact that there was no cheese. It didn’t have a place and the rest of the burger handled perfectly without it. The pickles were great with providing that brightness and acidity together with the salad so your pallet can reset. It was going perfectly with the meat and the spicy sauce. The crunchy texture just added to the overall experience.

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The thing that pushed the burger for a 10/10 was for sure the sauce. It made the burger different from what I usually try. It gave character to the burger by showing off its Asian origins. It was delicious, spicy, but not annihilating your taste buds, it was quirky but most of all it rounded up the whole burger

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Bun helped with the character. It was firm, it managed to hold all the sauces and was very plain in flavour so the other ingredients can shine

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –7/10

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This time the fires weren’t as good as the previous time I visited. The gyoza I tried was ok but nothing special what pushed it was the sauce.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Interesting take on a simple burger. A fun and exciting sauce that I would love to take back home in a bottle.

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Spicy-san

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So few weeks before I went back home 2day burger contacted me and asked me to come and review their burgers. I do enjoy when burger places do that and it shows confidence in their abilities. I don’t tend to tell when I’m going to come so I can make sure I’m treated like a regular customer. I’m interested in how the Bulgarian burger scene is developing so adding an extra joint to my list was a priority!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The burger had:

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So let me begin by saying that this is the best beef patty I have tried so far in Bulgaria and one of the top ones ever. I absolutely loved it. The meat was well spiced, it wasn’t going for a purist approach which I agree with considering the quality of beef in Bulgaria for the most part. It was approached a bit more like a Kofte (the traditional Bulgarian burger we talked about ). The meat had a great and intense flavour, the spices were highlighting it and yet it was different compared to your standard beef patty. It was the centrepiece of the burger and was standing out in every bite. This is exactly what you want from it. It actually reminds me a bit of Gordon Ramsay’s patty

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So everybody knows that I like blue cheese on a burger and I was pretty excited to try this one. Normally the blue cheese overwhelms a lean patty or there isn’t enough to highlight it. The reason people stay away from blue cheese is it is very easy to overwhelm it and difficult to get the right balance. Even though the patty was amazing and very flavourful the cheese was very dominating in most of the bites. It was a bit too much and was a bit too salty. A little bit less blue cheese and few touches, the burger can push for a 10/10 easily. I think the smokiness from the bacon was a nice addition to the flavour but also added to the saltiness of the burger.

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I’m not sure I get the idea of the lettuce in a burger like that. You have too much intensity to be able to counteract it with freshness. Even if you do that means you need to put much more of it and mostly for the crunchy texture. But then you go to the problem of the iceberg leaf. It gathers sauce and drips it away from that tasty burger and we don’t want that. So this is why we almost always shred the lettuce but even if it was shredded I don’t see the need for it.

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The jalapenos on the other side, I absolutely loved if they were a tiny bit crunchier and spicier it would have been better but still, they managed to shine with their acidity through the other flavours and bring some heat to the table. A very nice addition.

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To go with the intensity of the patty, bacon and cheese we had caramelized onion, another ingredient I’m a sucker for. It is difficult to get wrong, it is tasty and goes great with a good patty and this was the case. It added quite a bit of sweetness which interacted great with the cheese and I think it was done very well. The chipotle mayo added to that fatty flavour across bites and smoothed the pallet.

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The brioche was nice, firm, tasty and managed to hold most of the sauce. It was lightly toasted and great, I need to learn from where they are getting their buns!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Foot truck with a place to sit. Good choice of food and sides. Sadly I didn’t try the fries ( too stuffed from eating at home, next time!)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Burger was a very classic take with very classic ingredients nothing too special. It included ingredients I love that I haven’t seen in this specific combination but nothing weird.

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Almost Perfect

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Corner Burgers was the second place I visited in Varna. It was high on the list of recommendations so I had to see what they are up to. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the burger joint. Old Buddies set pretty high expectations from the venue and the burgers were good. At least I had a baseline to judge. One of the things I rarely mention on this blog is customer service. This was one of the few times I’ve been disappointed by the staff. Lack of engagement didn’t want to answer questions or didn’t know the answer and overall an unwelcoming experience. But I’m there to judge the burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger suffered from the “chuck good ingredients together” problem. The ingredients were tasty on their own but there were too much and overwhelming each other.

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The burger had:

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For my disappointment non of the Kofte culture in Bulgaria was tapped with this burger patty. I’m going to repeat myself again, but lean cuts with no spices don’t work especially when you have a large number of intense ingredients. If you want to have a more intense recipe you need to have a richer patty and this wasn’t the case. It wasn’t bad but the meat didn’t have the right profile you would expect.

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The cheddar was from the processed type and there wasn’t much flavour coming out of it. In cases like that, it is more for the fattiness and I think this cheddar works well for diner-style burgers. This isn’t a diner-style burgers but it is following the path of the Bulgarian street food burgers so I kind of understand, but it should have been more.

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The egg was handled great. Flavour was there, sauces and cheese helped for the full experience. It is an intense flavour especially with a leaner patty like this one. I would be interesting to try a runny egg, it will merge with the sauces and will have a lighter flavour.

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The saute style mushrooms and caramelised onions absolutely amazing. These are two condiments that are difficult to mess up and always tasty together and the mushrooms were extra good. They had a lot of flavours and backed the meat in the right bites. A simpler version of the burger with emphasis on those two would be amazing.

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The tomato and lettuce were also really good but they just added to the “chuck good things together” burger. I really appreciate the fact that the lettuce is shredded, it was present much more for the texture and wasn’t directing the sauce away from the burger. Talking about the sauce I was hoping for something more defining. The caramelized onions made it difficult to distinguish and only the ketchup aspect of it prevailed.

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The bread was perfectly toasted and delicious

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Not great service. Decent fries and a good selection of beers. The menu was full of interesting recipes so the decision was tough.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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The burger is apparently very standard for the Varna scene because it was very similar to the one I had in Old buddies. It had a different expression of the Gourme Street Doner Burgers that I talked about earlier .

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Overwhelming!

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In my quest for a great burger in Varna I had a partner in crime which did help with the exploration… I could eat more burgers!. I could try two burgers when I went to Old Buddies, and I think this one had more success than the previous. The truth is I wanted to go to many more places in Varna, but my fiancé’s dad is too great of a cook, and I just couldn’t eat more. This time I went for the spicy burger – Hot Pepper Joe, which was presented in an enjoyable way… a syringe.

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In my exploration of burgers, I have started to appreciate chilli burgers much more, and this one was one of the better spicy burgers I have tried

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The spicy wasn’t as much as I was expecting considering the spicy ingredients which made the experience even more pleasant for me

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The burger had:

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I’m not going to repeat myself about the Koftes of Bulgaria. This was undoubtedly a more purist patty with fewer spices and a leaner cut. The burger accommodated much more for the patty since all the ingredients helped highlight the meat and nothing was dominating too much over it. Now I have learned to enjoy spicy food so for the people who are quickly burned from spicy I’m not sure if you are going to have the same experience as I. A slightly fattier cut for the beef would have made this work even better

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Cheddar was good, it was the standard processed type. Compared to the other burger I tried at Old Buddies it was felt much better and was present throughout the bites, but I would have prefered something with a bit more character, tasty none the less

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The onion ring style red and green pepper paste were a twist, it provided more texture to the bite and the sweetness together with the BBQ sauce was balancing out the spicy. In the same time, the rings weren’t prominent in any other way, with less spicy and more umph it could have pushed for the 10/10.

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The main event of the burger (except the patty as usual) was the spiciness. The chilli they chose was a peppercorn based chilli that combined well with the bbq, and it wasn’t destroying my taste buds even though my partner in crime used the entire syringe of it. The jalapenos weren’t too spicy and were acting more like a relish and together with the lettuce were giving that freshness in between the bites. Overall the sauce game was on point.

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The white bun was great, very classic for the Bulgarian scene and the logo on top was a great touch. I can have a bit more toast time, but it managed to hold all the sauces very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Complimentary shots… check!
\nGreat ale to soothe the pain… check!
\nDelicious fries… check!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you get a syringe in your burger. It was exciting but also practical because you could squeeze as much as you wanted from the hot sauce… Not that it matters for chilli heads like my fiance.

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Inject the Fire!

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So, I was in Varna, Bulgaria for a week and I realised that I have never tried a burger at the sea capital of Bulgaria. I summoned all my friends from the coastal town so I can get suggestions where should I go. Two of the most recommended places were “Old Buddies” and “Corner Burgers”. While in Varna I had a mission, try as many burgers as I can, sadly they were only three. The first one I tried was in “Old Buddies”, and it was their signature classic called… “Old Buddies Burger”.

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For the more uneducated the burgers in Bulgaria were a later addition to the menu. The OG of Bulgarian cuisine is Kiofte which is typically made of pork and beef or only pork and has the shape and feel of a burger. I personally enjoy the vibrant recipes of Kiofte much more compared to a regular, plain and purist beef burger. I was hoping more of the Bulgarian burgers would have richer patties.

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The overall evolution of the Bulgarian burger came from the Bulgarian doner. Doner is the tasty street food that you eat when you are hungover or drunk; it is like the Greek gyros or the Turkish doner but slightly different. After McDonald’s came to the Bulgarian market 25 years ago, burgers became popular. So, the great doner places started introducing more affordable and tastier burgers. Usually frozen patty with some cheese, egg and fries and some veggies like tomatoes and lettuce and a lot of garlic sauce. They were delicious junk food but very different from the UK or US junk food burger you might be used to. What I noticed in my little exploration in Varna is that a lot of the burgers are an evolution of that recipe. Combining the western gourmet-style burger with the Bulgarian street food burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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Overall this was a delicious burger experience but compared with the burgers I’ve had in Sofia a very different one

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The burger had:

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Coming from my kofte explanation, I have to say I’m slightly disappointed burger patties weren’t the kofte way. They were the plain beef type with salt and pepper on top and very lean. The patties were excellent in taste but only on their own and not amazing considering the sheer amount of ingredients that were part of the burger. The meat was kind of lost in the burger and that is supposed to be its centrepiece. I also think the large bun and thin patty didn’t help for the meaty experience. If the patty was slightly thicker, I think the taste profile was going to be quite a bit different.

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A very typical for the Bulgarian doner burger is the egg, and of course, it is present here. A potent taste that easily overwhelms other flavours if not handled correctly. The weird part is that the egg provided more body to the burger than the patty but it was really tasty and went well with the rest of the ingredients

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The cheddar wasn’t very strong or enough to be felt actively through the bites it was providing more of a support for the egg than anything else. I would prefer if it was stronger cheese or simply a bit more.

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This was one of the few times I have really enjoyed BBQ sauces and it went really well with the entire burger. I thought it was going to fight the sweet coming from the caramelized onions but it was rather complementing it. That tangy finish of it did help for a great saucy experience together with the mayo.

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What Bulgarian burgers have always hit right on the spot have been vegetables. They are fresh, full of flavour and not there only for the sake of it like in many other burger joints I have been to. The marinated cucumber and the lettuce added the right level of freshness to the burger to help reset the flavour with every bite.

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The white bun was great, very classic for the Bulgarian scene and the logo on top was a great touch. I can have a bit more toast time but it managed to hold all the sauces very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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A large selection of beers and ales that were delicious and perfect for burgers. There were sauces and custom spice mixes for the fries that I absolutely loved. Fries were good and the service great.

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After giving my business card me and my partner did get a finishing shot of Jagermeister which I found is great for digestion. Much appreciated!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I can’t say there was anything too quirky about the burger. The main thing for me was the burger that evolved from the old street food burgers back in Bulgaria and the amazing spice mixes for the fries.

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An Improved Nostalgia

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Since Mother Flipper has been on my list for some time and I won’t be getting a second try any time soon it was worth it to not have breakfast they day I tried them. This way two burgers could satisfy the hunger and my curiosity. The Chilli Flipper was the quirkier burger compared to the last one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I’ve learned to enjoy spicy food in recent years and a well balanced chilli flavour can turn a good burger to amazing.

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The burger had:

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The patty was genereally sufering from the same criticism as the previous burger. It was way too lean. The beef and fatty flavour wasn’t as prominent. However this time there were tasty chillies into the patty which was a twist that I really loved. The freshness of the green jalapeno brought much more contrast to the meat. It wasn’t what I expected and I liked it but I would have loved it if the meat cut was better and the burger was a tad bit jucier.

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A trend I see into Mother Flipper’s recipe is that they focus a lot on the accent of the burger. In the swiss burger it was the sweetness and the heaviness in this one it was the chilli and freshness and this combined with not intense enough other ingredients makes for overpowering flavours. I like balance and I like when each ingredient has its moment to shine. The brightest shining was the jalapeno relish. It was one of the best relishes I have tried (especially chilli ones) . In a more balanced environment it can have so much more character and impact but when it is followed with even more chillies in the patty, more relish in the form of gherkins and onion it gets lost.

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The cheddar could have balanced all the acidity coming from the other ingredients but it was simply not enough. A tomato, I think was going to make a big difference in the flavour profile but that doesn’t seem to be what they are going for

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The brioche was great, not too soggy with a lot of structure.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger stand had a pretty good variety. I wanted to try many more burgers but I went for only two. The fries were really nice (that was an expert opinion after I stole one from a friend’s box) There weren’t many drinks or other sides but that was expected. Overall nothing special nothing bad

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2//10

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Nothing really quirky about  the experience. A food stand at a nice market and a nice classic burger.

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Chilling Freshness

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Mother Flipper has been on my list for a while but was never close enough to try them out. I saw that they were coming to the KERB Gherkin street market and since it is close to work I went to give them a try, finally. I wasn’t sure what to expect but they seem more of junk streetfood style burgers rather than gourmet burgers so I think my expectations were set correctly.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was for sure a more classic style burger hence I think it was a good jundge of overall execution.

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The burger had:

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The meat always is the core of a burger and when the execution is not there, it is a problem. I have iterated over my main problems with burger patties. You cannot have a very lean cut and if you do it needs to be of exceptional quality and seasoned better. In this case, we had a patty that was barely seasoned a very lean so the flavour was missing. I understand the idea of purity in a burger patty but you need to make sure you have the right ingredients both in terms of a quality fatty flavourful cut and the right condiments around it so it can shine. The next issue is putting bacon with a lean cut, it is frequently done and I’m not sure why. It makes the burger and the flavours sub-par because you are adding a fatty dominating bacon flavour to a lean delicate beef flavour and you absolutely lose the beef.

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The swiss cheese was nice when you could feel it in the bites. This is a great example of a burger that was going to do great without bacon because it was overwhelming all the other ingredients. With the lean patty, this cheese would have worked much better because of the specific taste of the cheese.

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I liked the ranch mayo it was contrasting the sweetness from the bacon, onions and bbq sauce and made up for tasty bites. The sweetness was good in its own right but was simply too dominating of a flavour because of the mentioned trio. Combined with the brioche this was a really nice base only if it was followed with a better patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger stand had a pretty good variety. I wanted to try many more burgers but I went for only two. The fries were really nice (that was an expert opinion after I stole one from a friend’s box) There weren’t many drinks or other sides but that was expected. Overall nothing special nothing bad

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2//10

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Nothing really quirky about  the experience. A food stand at a nice market and a nice classic burger.

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Flipping Neutral

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I am a bit late with this review and it is of the second burger I tried in Mildred’s but I have a good reason for it… I got engaged! It is my better half that I almost always share burgers with and that is why I have the ability to try so many.

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This burger looked interesting on the menu and it was the first time I’m trying chicken substitute so the expectations were set.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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My main issue with most vegetarian burgers I have tried is that they always try to emulate rather than finding their own path. Mildreds’ Polish – 9/10 was an exception as it did almost everything correctly

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The burger had:

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I have to admit that the Chick’n was very deceitful in the first bite. I honestly thought it was regular chicken. The teriyaki crust really helped form my initial opinion. The taste was close but overall through the next bites, the sponginess of the chick’n became much more evident and kind of killed the illusion. It was a pretty well-rounded experience especially with the teriyaki sauce it did set the expectations for the burger.

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With so many greens, chick’n and teriyaki the whole burger had the vibes of a spring roll. The sweetness from the teriyaki was a bit too much and was dominating all the delicate flavours from the greens. All of them were completely shutting down the pickled red onion and end of the day it was a brioche spring roll.

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Overall the burger was nice but the recipe wasn’t very well executed. You are balancing very delicate flavours and one thing off balance can tumble the entire burger. A bit more emphasis on greens, less teriyaki and a bit more of that Japanese mayo could make a big difference

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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It is a really stylish place with really good atmosphere if you want to get your vegetarian friend out for dinner I do recommend this place even if you are not coming for burgers.

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The fries were absolutely brutal (in a good way). And they came with cream cheese dip which made crispy fries even better. I have had a lot of luck with chips in my recent burger visits and I’m just going to say it again, one of the best fries I have tried

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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The Chick’n that isn’t really a chicken has been a very interesting experience. I am impressed how far we are with meat substitute food but I don’t think it is enough for me at least. There is much more to the taste and texture that are further away but if you aren’t that much into meat and you want to be more eco friendly this might be a good way to do it.

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Not chicken Chick’n

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Yesterday I went with my partner in crime to see Tommy Guerrero in Camden. It was an absolutely great jazz concert if you haven’t heard of the guy you should give it a listen. Beforehand we were on a burger quest though, and that quest led us to Mildreds it was a recommended vegetarian restaurant that apparently make a killer burgers. I haven’t had a vegetarian burger in a while and I had to do one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Recently the vegeterian/vegan burger I have tried that I have liked have always been with the plant based meats. They were simply trying to match the taste of a good beef without acually being a meat but not actually embrasing their vegetarian nature. The Polish was a different beast, a tasty one.

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The burger had:

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The patty was for sure the centerpeice of the burger. The taste would be very familiar to any Balkan or Middleeastern foodie. Fried courgets on the outside give a very specific flavour and were helping to hold the patty. It was going great with the garlic in tha aioli and the cottage cheese that was added around it and really hit a nostaliga point with me. The patty was with thick bodied from the beans and with amazing color and sweetness coming from the beetroot. This is a patty I absolutely love and I’m going to try at home.

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The second part of the burger where light improvement is needed. It wasn’t bad but it wasn’t right, it could have easily been a 10 IMO. The pickles weren’t strong enough, I expected more acidity and saltiness to balance the sweetness of the patty. The punch was simply not there and it would have killed it. The lettuce was a lot and could dominate some of the less meaty bites so few leaves less woul have made it better

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Brioche bun was tasty and exactly what you would exepct. It rounded the burger and with less lettuce I think it was going to be a bit more saucy.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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It is a really stylish place with really good atmosphere if you want to get your vegetarian friend out for dinner I do recommend this place even if you are not coming for burgers.

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The fries were absolutely brutal (in a good way). And they came with cream cheese dip which made crispy fries even better. I have had a lot of luck with chips in my recent burger visits and I’m just going to say it again, one of the best fries I have tried

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Vegetarian burgers that are not plant-based meats haven’t been the highlight of my burger hunts so far but this one is actually good. It is an interesting recipe that holds its own and isn’t trying to replicate a regular burger which I respect!

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Pink, Relish and Garlic

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So a weekend ago I was looking for a meal around Regent Street and bumped into a food market that served burgers from Heddon Street. Apparently, it is one of Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants so I had to give one of the burgers a try. I was expecting quality and I wasn’t disappointed.

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NOTE: To point out, this was a burger from the street food stand not the restaurant but I was expecting the quality to be on the same level.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This burger follows a philosphy of simplicity which I respect a lot. It doesn’t have anything unnecessary but that only means the quality needs to be so much higher and it was.

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The burger had:

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The patty is hands down the best one I have ever tried. It was quality, tasty, full of flavour jucy and properly cooked. For sure it had plenty of other condiments, it wasn’t only a simple beef burger relying on the quality of source and cut. To my eastern european friends, it tasted a lot more like the grill minced meats ( kiofte ) we are used to just made with good quality dry aged beef. I’m pretty sure there was mustard and bread crumbles in the mix.

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The cheese was a bit of a slip, it wasn’t enough for the large patty the burger had. You could taste it only on its own and although good it could have been much better if there were simply two slices. The lettuce was few flimsy slices I would have completely removed and let the classic cheeseburger speak for itself. Last but not least the burger sauce. It was siracha and a lot of mayo and not that it was bad but it wasn’t with the excelence of the patty. It was tasty but it could have been so much better even only by shifting the proportions of siracha and mayo.

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Combine all of the above with a truly great and fresh brioche and you have an amazing burger. It could have easily been a 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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I wasn’t inside a resaturant that will be a judge

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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High quality classic burger from a street grill in the middle of Regent Street.

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Hedonistic Experience

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Yen Burger was one of those joints that had variety. Which meant when I’m with my partner in crime we are going to grab two different burgers and try them both. We always like going for a classic burger and something more quirky. The Surf N Turf was a choice I haven’t had in a while.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Yen Burger’sSurf N Turf is for sure one of the best I have had. Previous attempts haven’t been very successful so I have stayed away from Surf N Turf burgers ever since I started the blog.

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The burger had:

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This was a very tasty patty. The Angus beef was full of flavour and was giving the right amount of flavour without shadowing the rest of the ingredients. The cut and quality were great I even think it was lightly spiced. The balance between turf and surf was great and through every bite both the beef and the prawns were present. The prawns were grilled and the lime was bringing a lot in their taste. Combined with the sweet chilli the meat was getting this great Asian cuisine feel through every bite.

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The cheese was an optional addon and we opt-in and this was the biggest mistake of the burger. The reason why this isn’t a 10 is the cheese because it felt absolutely obsolete. There wasn’t any flavour and I don’t think there could have been a cheese flavour that could go well with this direction of the Surf N Turf.

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The salad is where the burger balanced out. It brought the brightness with the lime coriander and red onion. Every time you had a nice solid beef bite the salad was slowly taking over complimenting the prawns and finishing with the sauces. The salad was that bridge that connected everything together and just worked so well.

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The steamed bun was a great holder for all the ingredients. It stayed very neutral and let all the ingredients shine.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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These are some of the best fries I have tried in my life. It is strange how a simple spice from another part of the world can completely change and improve a food that you are familiar with. This is exactly what happened and I do to people to try the fries.

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They also have a nice selection of drinks and side. Overall a great burger joint!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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I love it when food that you love is changed through the prism and food culture of another country. It is just such a fun way of exploring food and in my opinion, works great!

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Surfalicous Turfalicous

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Yen Burger is a small join at London bridge that I really enjoyed. Visited with couple of friends after a gallery opening and it was amazing!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Yen Burger’s is one of those places where you know it is going to be good when you walk in, or at least you hope so. The menu got my attention and scratched my itch for themed burgers,. I really like it when burgers go to another country to take what they can from there and turn into something slightly different. And  looks like the guys from Yen Burger have done exactly that; they have given the best twist to a Japanese burger I have seen

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The burger had:

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We all know where should our attention be with a burger like this… the shiso sauce… Joke aside I have been wanting to try a Wagyu beef for some time to compare with one of my previous experience . The meat was of really good quality. I actually don’t think the patty was spiced except for salt and pepper but the flavour was so pure and typical of grass-fed beef. The truth is in my mind I expected a bit more from the beef but at the same time, it was a really good natural taste. The rest of the ingredients were light except for the turkey bacon which is one of the reasons the burger has a lower grade. It was unnecessary. When having a bite with a bit more of the turkey bacon it was shadowing the natural taste of the beef. What you want is ingredients to compliment each other and sometimes when you have a gem like this patty try to highlight it and put it on the forefront of the pallet.

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Taking a step back from the meat there was one more culprit for the lower grade and that was the cheese. It felt unnecessary. It was good it was fatty I would have loved it on almost any other burger but there was something about the flavours in that one that was much more delicate. A play with tofu or a nutty manchego I think could have worked much better with the patty and the rest of the burgers or even not have it at all.

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The salad was perfect. It provided that brightness through every bite. It was light yet with very tasty and just balanced so well with everything else including the sauce. The pickled onions weren’t overpowering anything yet were lining that great onion flavour to go with the patty

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One of the bits that makes the burger great is the sauce. The shiso sauce and their burger sauce just enhanced absolutely everything. It gave that familiar Japanese flavour profile and just made the burger quite distinct. It merged so well with the steamed bun it was a pleasure to eat it just with the sauce, yet it wasn’t dominating a single ingredient it felt like a good salad dressing. I absolutely loved it

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If it wasn’t for the bacon and the cheese I think this could have easily been a 10/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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These are some of the best fries I have tried in my life. It is strange how a simple spice from another part of the world can completely change and improve a food that you are familiar with. This is exactly what happened and I do to people to try the fries.

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They also have a nice selection of drinks and side. Overall a great burger joint!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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I love it when a food that you love is changed through the prism and food culture of another country. It is just such a fun way of exploring food and in my opinion, works great!

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Oishī!

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I was walking around with friends in North Greenwich and as a foody I had to bring them to the market. My last experience with Ramen Burgers was very pleasent. The burger was a very interesting twist of something you know. Of course as a burger connoisseur I expressed my recommendations and lined up to try another one of these ramen burgers. They did like it quite a bit but for me the story wasn’t all that peachy

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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I need to start clarifying more in my blogs but my taste has evolved and I realize I have become much more pretentious about the burgers I eat. I’m not sure if it was execution, slightly different recipes or quality but this time the burger wasn’t as good. Year ago that would have been a place I would regularly recommend. So what is the story.

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The burger had:

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Burger was ok, quality was there and it was tasty but nothing mind blowing. The patties are pressed and I would have preffered to either have a bit more of a fatty cut or few more spices to help with the flavours. Considering that the burger deals with light flavours I can understand why the intensity of the beef doesn’t need to be as prominent but you need something a bit more because the egg was able to dominate quite a bit of the taste.

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Egg and Beef is a popular combination especially in the Iberian regions of the world. It is an absolutely tasty classic but this wasn’t the best execution. The cheddar was good and went really well with the egg and the burger. The tastes were overall light which meant every piece of ingredient got some time to shine in the mouth.

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The burger sauce was more like general ketchup/siracha mayo sauce and overall the whole feel of the burger (compared to the last one I had tried was lost). The lettuce was there but not enough spring onions as last time. Flavlours were there they just weren’t flowing perfectly together.

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The ramen bun is the star of the show and I’ pretty sure last time it was tastier. This tie it depended too much on the rest of the ingredients and it kind of lost its individuality.

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This was simply a tasty set of ingredients brought together without much balance or sparks of glory, unlike the burger I tried last year.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 2/10

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You get a burger that is it. I think a few interesting drinks may bring the burgers in a different light

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This is the only ramen burger place  I know in London so that is pretty quirky on its own but in terms as an overall experience and flavour it was less weird than last time.

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Eggciting

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Every month I go out with my friends exploring food and alcohol (quantitative rather than qualitative exploration… ). After my last success in MeatMission with the Dead Hippie’s burger, I had to show this burger joint to my buddies. It was safe to say that everyone loved it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I have learned to learn chillies. Years ago I would have never picked a burger like this and be excited. But now that I have learned the true path.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As expected from MeatMission the patty was juicy and tasty. It was apparent it had more of a fatty cut. The beef flavour was the centrepiece for the burger, and the other ingredients played around it well. I don’t think the meat was heavily spiced but the quality was high enough to get that signature taste out.

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The cheese was excellent and helped create that familiar taste you have from jalapeno poppers and other cheese and chilli flavours. Interestingly, the cheese wasn’t felt much on its own but rather contributed mainly to the chillies and putting on the front of the taste together with the patty.

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There were a lot of greens salads and pickled, but the truth is a lot of them were lost through the intensity of the chillies. You had the onions present, and that was about it. If this was aiming and fewer ingredients and just ride the chillies and beef flavours, it was going to be a much more successful burger.

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The bun was soft, lightly toasted it was sogging a bit more than I would have loved but nothing too bad.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Jugs of IPA. Trays of fries and tasty burgers. I really enjoy the place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Nothing too crazy about the burger but few people leverage the fresh taste of green chillies like this.

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Chililicious

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MacWild is a Scottish steak house that I visited for the first time recently. I do miss the quality beef, salmon and haggis ever since I left Scotland. Joke aside, the truth is I haven’t been to a proper Scottish restaurant, so I was interested to see what the execution of the food will be. End of the day Scotland is the country with the highest percentage of Michelin star chefs per capita.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Mac and wild had only one burger on the menu ( ok they had a vegetarian one, but it doesn’t count ). I saw venison on the menu and my eyes sparkled. It is rare to see it in a restaurant especially here in London. Being a sucker for good meat I ordered the venimoo. A double patty burger, one beef, one deer.

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The burger had:

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So this is the only time I have tried the two types of meat in the same bite and is precisely what I expected. You can’t feel the beef. But I have to assure you, the venison was absolutely smashing. The beef patty on its own wasn’t bad at all, but its character was lost when you have such a dominant flavour from the deer. The beef was tasty, high quality and right cut – what you expect from a steak house, but it simply didn’t fit the whole picture. The game meat has a specific flavour, and the best part is you don’t need more than salt and pepper to make it right as long as the quality is there… it is that strong. So the venison was a lovely experience, and I want to repeat. I would like to try cooking it to get a better sense of its flavour profiles.

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The cheese was a nice cheddar that was strong enough to be felt among the other flavours and was finishing off with a bit more nuttiness. I would have loved a bit more of it or just remove the beef patty, and it was going to be perfect.

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The salad was very light, maybe a bit too much. I would have prefered a bit more in quantity or none at all. In between some of the bites, it was helping clear the heavy flavours so you can re-experience them again, which is what you want from greens like these.

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I really liked the caramelised onions and the bearnaise they rounded up the flavours of the burger well and provided a lot of umami and sweetness to the bites which went great with the patties.

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Seeded brioche is something you can’t go wrong, especially when it is so well toasted.

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Honestly, this could have been a 10 if it didn’t have the beef patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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It is an amazing place with unusual food. I tried the best scotch egg. I had marvellous mac and cheese with haggis. The food made me very happy and it was different from you regular British restaurant. I heavily recommed it!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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Sadly it is rare that I have venison and it is a treat in my book. It is even rarer that you try beef and deer patty in the same burger.

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Deer God

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I think I have basically gone through all the burger places 15 minutes walk away from work. So sadly I have to repeat however, I haven’t tried all the burgers in places like GBK so there is more material to go through. Recently I have been to many smaller joints with great burgers and the burger chains haven’t performed as well.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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One off Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s signature burger is Major Tom and plenty of times I have postponed tasting it.

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The burger had:

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There was nothing incommon between a 30-day dry aged steak and the meat that was in the burger I had. There was absolutely no flavour that hinted aged meat. There were no spices for the patty and the cut was very lean which meant the beef flavour got dominated by the rest of the ingredients. The bacon is the type of crispy I’m not a big fan of but it wasn’t too bad. It was very flavourful and delicious which also meant dominating the patty.

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The blue cheese slaw was a very interesting choice. In principal if the recipe was well executed the blue cheese is a great addition to the recipe so it can balance all the heavy flavours. Now it was a bit more prominent in the bites but still quite good, combining well with the bacon.

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The relish in the form of the dill pickle was a great choice. It went well with the sauce and the slaw. It was punchy and balanced out well with the rest of the heavy flavours providing that brightness and acidity in the bite.

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The burger bun was nice and fresh. A great burger holder that was lightly toasted and not soggy, exactly what you want.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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GBK is still a top burger joint as a venue. They have a great selection of sides and milk shakes. Beer and a burger is a favorite

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Even though a special for GBK there isn’t anything quirky about it.

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Major Flop

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In the last month when someone asks me where to grab a burger from, I point them to Shortditch because it has some of the best burger places in London. Specifically I’m pointing to Black Bear Burgers or MeatMission which are doing things very well. No unnecesary ingredients, good quality meat, great sauce and happy tummies.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Black Bear Burgers keeps that pure version of a burger that doesn’t joke around with salad and gives you good burger with cheese and sauce.

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The burger had:

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Meat is great meat is season with steak seasoning and it is very tasty. It is using a more fatty cut and the seasoning does push the flavour further. My only problem is that it is a bit to salty. You need a drink with that burger. It is one of the few case scenarios where I like a crispy bacon. It is well made, not too crunchy and hard, it compliments the meat and lets face it, bacon makes everyone happy.

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Usually heavy meat focus overwhelms the cheese flavour especially if it isn’t strong enough but this wasn’t the case. Nicely melted, present in every bite and very delicious it left me a very happy man.

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The burger sauce was great and specifically the honey that built on top of the bacon and the patty. The mustard and mayo just went great with the cheese and provided a great base profile.

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I love sesame seeds on thebun but it wasn’t toasted which would have increased the flavour profile of the seeds IMO and was a bit dry but overall a great bun for a burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of or weird.

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Can you Bear the Flavour?

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When life gives you a chance to try a second burger you take it. These are the benefits of going with your girlfriend to a burger joint. The previous burger I had in Cut and Grind was nicely executed and uber simple. The Keto looked fun and we decided to go for it and also be healthier.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Even though it is a Keto burger and you expect a weird conglomeration of ingredients, it had a very Greek-inspired style. The recipe was exciting and very well executed. My main beef was with the bun.

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The burger had:

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Even though the patty was the same as the previous burger and there were more ingredients to mask it, I thought it was with much better execution. Also, when trying only the patty, it had much more flavour packed and partially I think it was due to the better crust it had. It was medium-well and packed much more flavour. Hands down it was one of the best patties I have tried, and I am not as big of a purist. The rest of the ingredients were light and just helped shape the flavour of the beef which I loved.

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The fried halloumi had me in doubt when I saw it on paper, but I was quickly convinced otherwise. It is very easy to screw up the halloumi and make it rubbery. Frequently that is the case because it is simply reheated, but that wasn’t the case. The halloumi provided a substantial body, and its distinct flavour was not lost since it was in its own waters – peppers, rocket and pickles. It is one of the few times halloumi has worked out great on a burger.

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The salads were amazing. I personally love the combi action of red peppers and pickles there is just so much flavour profile that is both sweet and sour, and when you put it on some meat, it rather compliments it. It resets the pallet nicely. Many times I’ve said that in my opinion, the rocket is the best green for a burger. It also goes well with the rest of the salad.

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The bun was like a spongy pancake. It did an outstanding job of absorbing a lot from the flavours. I understand the concept, and I really like the idea. I enjoy it when chefs put constraints on themselves like “Keto” and try to push themselves in a specific direction. But the egginess of the bun kind of ruined it for me. It was a bit too much, and sometimes it was the finishing flavour within the bite which spoiled an explosion of great flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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I absolutely loved the beer choice in the place. It wasn’t much, but it was well selected. They had a lot of wines for a burger place.
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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Egg buns are weird.

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Eggy Bread

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During one of the previous weekends, I had a lovely walk in the rejuvenated area around kings cross. Went to see the graduation exhibition of the University of London for art. I was pretty disappointed by the “art” shown and to balance the negative experience I had to have a burger. Thankfully my girlfriend had pinned on maps an interesting burger joint close to Kings Cross, Cut + Grind. I was very pleasantly surprised by the venue and what they had to offer

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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You may have seen that recently I’ve been going on a lot of rants about the quality and the cut of the parties I have been eating.

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There are a few main factors about the taste of meat. Where is it from, how fresh is it, and what cut is it. See, different cuts offer very different flavour profiles. Those flavours can be exaggerated by the spices and condiments you put in the minced meat. So the question of a good burger patty depends on what are you trying to achieve. If you are a purist, you would want only salt and pepper on the burger and nothing else, but that means the quality of the meat and cuts needs to be good enough to compensate.

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The burger had:

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The cuts that were used were what I would use for a juicy and flavorful beef patty. I was pretty hyped. The burger had only salt and was going for a very purist flavour profile which I could really appreciate. The burger was juicy and had much more flavour than 95% of the burgers I’ve had. But whenever you are going for as naked of a burger, you need your meat to be at the top 1%. One of the beef factors was lacking, but it was not the cuts. To compensate, I would have put a few spices to enhance the flavour even more. Non the less for a brave burger like this one, excellent execution and a delicious experience.

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The main reasons I’m taking points away from the burger is the burger sauce. It was a classic – mayo, ketchup, mustard, pickles.  Yes, it was good, but it wasn’t a continuation of the purist approach. Whenever you are going down that road, you need to make sure everything is on the same level; otherwise, it is very obvious when something goes wrong. I would have preferred more character in the mayo and the mustard. Mayo usually gives the body and the mustard that tangy punch that takes the pickle in a different direction. This was missing, again it was not bad but not what you would be aiming for with a burger like this one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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I absolutely loved the beer choice in the place. It wasn’t much, but it was well selected. They had a lot of wines for a burger place.
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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Not every day you go into a burger joint with such a “brave” burger on the menu, and it was nicely made.

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A Courageous Attempt

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So during my second visit at Harlem Soul, I had the pleasure ( and the capacity to be honest) to try another burger. My expectations were a bit lower after the first one I tried and Lets Get Jammin’ looks like something I would cook at home. Heavy flavours and aim to strike the balance between them. This is what I expected but as I said. I’ve started pulling points when you serve me whole-leaf lettuce on a burger… It’s a no no.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is my style burger and I was sure I was going to like it but the question is how much? Quite a bit, however, it is far from perfect. Recently a burger I tried at Black Bear was a good example of nice heavy flavour and no unnecessary ingredients however Lets Get Jammin although delicious falls in a few of those traps.

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The burger had:

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Lean burgers are fine as long as the rest of the flavours are delicate. Whenever you have chorizo and blue cheese there is no way the patty can be felt. On its own it was nice. It could have used a bit more spicing but the toppings weren’t for it. The chorizo jam is something I tried earlier in a starter and I loved its heavy flavour but somehow it wasn’t as prominent as I expected which was actually great for the beef patty as it wasn’t completely masked.

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The blue cheese was in a pretty good balance through most of the bites. It is difficult to balance a strong cheese as it is very dominant and taste and can mask the rest of the ingredients. If the chorizo jam was strong in taste I would have expected a bit more cheese or a smellier one.

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The house pickles were on point. The acidity helped with the harmony between all the flavourful ingredients. Combine that with the additional sweetness of the classic caramelized onion and you have a very good salad… so leave it there. The tomato was unnecessary it didn’t add more sweetness or a missing flavour. The bites were already quite full. Not having a top quality tomato means you can basically ignore it, don’t push it in when you don’t need. Lettuce was a single leaf, so let’s not talk about it. In addition, I don’t think it matters as a flavour profile unless it is a lot whenever you have chorizo, blue cheese and caramelized onions.

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The bun was fluffy but wasn’t soggy, delicious and made me very happy.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a great burger joint. There are a lot of craft beers both on tap and cans. Refreshing drinks and amazing sides. I cannot recommend the rest of the food experience enough. The fries were great there a lot of other flavours you can enjoy but keep in mind food tends to be on the heavy side.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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This isn’t a weird burger but it isn’t every day that you eat chorizo jam (the pretty good stuff)

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Chorizo Jammin’

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After my first visit during the opening of Harem Soul, I was hyped to go back and try the food. The sliders convinced me that there might be potential for a new excellent burger place. Talking to the staff of this fantastic venue, I was later invited to review the burgers properly so I couldn’t resist. So last Thursday I headed for the place, and I was welcomed by friendly staff and overall a pleasant experience, but let’s talk about the burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Looking at the signature burger “The Harlem” it was challenging to make a different choice. When a venue has a signature burger, you either try it or the most classic recipe and you can learn a lot about the quality of the burgers. While I was reading the ingredients, I think I felt one of my arteries preemptively clot.

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BTW I’m going to start to automatically remove a point for any burger place that doesn’t realise the problem with whole leaf lettuce. F*cking shred it, please!

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The burger had:

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There is always excitement before you try a massive burger like The Harlem. I’m a large lad, and I certainly struggled to get a full bite through. As usual, the first thing we focus on is meat. It was fresh, and the burger was excellent quality meat. Sadly this burger has fallen into the pitfall of many other burgers. Whenever you have short rib meat, you get a lot of specific flavours that dominate a lean burger. You have to be careful to not overpower either of the meats. Combine that with the short rib being drenched in BBQ style sauce there was barely anything noticed by the burger itself unless it was a bite without the short rib. Lean burgers are fine whenever you have lighter flavours that you try to balance but whenever you go with a heavyweight like The Harlem, you need more fat in your burger patties to get that flavour out. The burger as a simple bite was much more straightforward in taste, which makes sense considering the leanness and the lack of spices. This is not to say that it wasn’t delicious, but the short rib was a bit too much.

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The mac & cheese was something I haven’t tried in a burger. I thought everything was going to be lost but to be honest, the signature flavour of the mac & cheese was there through every bite. It was creamy and buttery you could feel the cheese flavour and the fat slowly creeping up your arteries. One of the best cheesy experiences I’ve had in a burger.

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The slaw was like the base of a Tsasiki with courgettes, which was an interesting twist  I didn’t expect. The flavour was light and very bright. It was balancing out the rest of the overwhelming ingredients and had this very targetted freshness coming from the dill and courgettes. This is one of the best burgers sauces I’ve seen for such a heavy burger. One thing that ruined it for me was the single piece lettuce that spiled parts of the sauce on my plate.

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The brioche was toasted and incredibly soft and delicious. A lot of burger joints need to check where Harlem Soul is getting their buns from!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a great burger joint. There are a lot of craft beers both on tap and cans. Refreshing drinks and amazing sides. I cannot recommend the rest of the food experience enough. The fries were great there a lot of other flavours you can enjoy but keep in mind food tends to be on the heavy side.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It is not every day that you get mac and cheese in your burger and is the first time I have tried it. I think it was executed well, so now my expectations for mac and cheese are high.

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Harlem Shaking my Heart

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I like going to burger places with my girlfriend because that means I can try two burgers without getting too fat. Maybe you have already seen the first one I reviewed –  Black Bear Burger.  This is something people overlook but as a burger connoisseur like myself, it is important to give my heart a few more years to live instead of eating as many burgers as I want. With the size and heaviness of the meals in Black Bear Burgers, I’m happy I’m splitting. Plus let us face it, you can’t have a lasting relationship if you can’t share food.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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It is nice to see the same ingredients for different burgers in a small burger joint. That means they are focusing on the quality of the few ingredients instead of the quantity. Overall my experience with Black Bear Burgers has shown me exactly that. Avoiding the vegetables where they are not needed is also a plus that I have mentioned. You want to focus on the core of the burger

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The burger had:

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The reason this burger has a lower grade than the previous one is expanding on the issue with the meat. Whenever you have strong contenders like beef bristket it is difficult to taste the aged beef batty. Maybe if there were more patties they were going to be feeling better but perhaps I was going to be closer to a heart attack. Now the beef brisket was delicious but in combination with all the sauces it was pretty salty and I can see a lot of people being put off by that. That salt intensity of the brisket also put up its flavour but it also shadowed the patty so I can’t say it strikes the balance I look for.

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So far I have been mostly disappointed by American cheese but as I mentioned in the previous burger review  I was pleasantly surprised by its strong and creamy flavour. I believe the salt did help with highlighting the taste. Garlic mayo also went great with it and the beef so that was a solid win. Combine all of these with the bright notes from the pickled red onions and overall you got a great burger. A bit less salty and more balance in the meet would have pushed the burger for a ten.

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Similar to before the bun was soft and nice but the sesame flavour was not opened up a bit of toast was going to help with that and reduce the sogginess of the bun.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of

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A Salty Bear

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Recently life has been very dynamic and I haven’t had the chance to go grab a burger. I’m behind on the reviews so I promise that I will make the sacrifice to eat more burgers and catch up (If I have to…). This week I dedicated some time to jump to Shoreditch BoxPark and try Black Bear Burgers. The photos looked yummy as hell so the hype was there for sure. I really do recommend the area around BoxPark, it is full of nice cosy and pretty streets for walking. If you are a burger fanboy like myself you have plenty of good choice in the area from which to choose from.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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I love when a burger focuses on what is important. Very frequently I’ve felt chucking vegetables with bacon hasn’t worked out very well. This burger goes straight for the throat (maybe the heart) by removing anything that will pollute that meaty greatness. This truly was a great burger with very little missing from pushing it to the ten.

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the meat which was the apparent dominant part of the burger. It was good but thinking back I would grab a double patty. One of the reasons is there are so many intense flavours in this piece of delicious heart attack that the beef patty is rarely felt through. The aged beef is prominent and tasty but it wasn’t as juicy, and I would have preferred a bit more of flavour from the meat. Combine that with an extra beef patty, and we have basically a winner. I will return to try… for you guys!
\nNow, usually, that quantity of bacon would make me question the burger and the balance of tastes immediately. But this is a second time I’m seeing an uncommon cut for bacon like pancetta being used and it is amazing. It is somewhat ligher both in texture and in flavour and doesn’t completly dominate the rest of the ingredients. I absolutely love it.

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This is one of the few times recently that the american cheese was felt through out every bite and wasn’t there just for the sake of adding cheese and fat. It was tasty and the flavour was underlined but the garlic mayo. I need to understand what it is in that combination that pushes the taste so much.

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The onion jam added that sweetness and signature onion taste that kind of brought all these flavour together.

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The bun wasn’t toasted which is a shame because a light toast would of brought up the sesame seeds flavours even more. There were quite a few sauces which I loved but not having a toasted bun made it quite a bit soggy half way through.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of

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Bears are Tasty

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For some time I’ve been passing by Shortditch High Street station and noticing that burger joint. Few nights ago I was out to an excentric gallery opening (it is exactly what it sounds like ) so I decided to finish the evening with a greasy junkfood burger. Lucky me I remembered about Dirty Burger. Seeing the name frequently at differnt places and mentioned by people I was hyped to try a new place.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I like it when a burger joint excells into a specific thing and Dirty Burgers wasn’t different from that as they had one of the best bacon I’ve tried in my life. So lets go in more detail.

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The burger had:

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As you see this is a very standard burger recipe which means I expect more from the execution and the individual ingredients. As mentioned before that the bacon was one of the best I’ve had. It was crispy on the outside, soft and easy to bite on the inside and full of flavour. This is exactly the kind of bacon I like because it has so much more character than thin crispy bacon. Sadly though the bacon was in contrast with the patty. There was nothing exceptional or exciting about it. It was just beef with salt and pepper. There wasn’t taste overload there wasn’t incredible juiciness it was just a basic OK burger.

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Recently I’ve been having difficulty finding a place that uses cheese as a flavour ingredient rather than an eye feeding melting goodness. I couldn’t really feel the cheddar totether with the other ingredients and it just provided more fattyness to the experience

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The salads though were well made. Although not the best tomatoes I’ve had for sure they were pretty decent especially for London. You had that sweetness coming from them. Joining them on the sweet relish side of things were those nice slices of pickles and (THANK GOD) shredded lettuce. The salad was nice but I can’t say again that was something extraordinary.

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Please toast the bun. Thank you.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Smalll burger joint. Not a large choice of burgers or drinks but very good fries. A great place for grabbit a bite after drinking in the evening. 

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Very classic burger, nothing wierd or special about it except for incredibly difficult to open door.

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Bacon Gods

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Byron is my least visited of the three big gourmet burger chains. Years ago I didn’t have a great experience with them but last year I had a great cheese burger from one of the Edinburgh branches. Having not experienced Byron in London I wanted to see if there is a huge difference

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Let me start by saying that this is a nicely tasting burger. But there are so many ingredients which overlap and have only a light neuance that I feel the core of the buger is lost.

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The burger had:

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As per usual we start with the centrepiece of the burger – the patty. The beef was of nice quality and was spiced appropriately to get the most flavour out of it. I think the meat is sourced locally so I shouldn’t be surprised that the Scottish branch had better quality meat but I guess the recipe is the same because it was a pretty nice burger. The beef brisket wasn’t anything exceptional but added that saucy feel to the burger the sweetness of it balanced well with the rest of the burger. It pushed the centrepiece of the burger to be between all the meatiness and the relish.

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I think this form of a burger would have been better if it focused mainly on the relish and the meat. Both were pretty successful, the sauerkraut was not too strong and not dominating and it was blending well with the sweetness from the pickles. Those flavours were pushed even further with the mustard influence. And that’s all the burger should have been. This push on New York style with a cheesy sauce

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The melted cheese you pour over is a nice effect and it spreads everywhere. It was difficult to get the flavour from it and I’m not sure if there were any other condiments but the taste was close to American cheese. I think a swiss style cheese would have been a better idea

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One of the main reasons the burger has a lower grade are not the tastes but the bloody lettuce leaf. Please for the love of God, shred the lettuce so my sauces can get incorporated into the bite and not drip out of the burger. Cheese sauce, pickle juice, bbq sauce and mustard all those flavours go down the drain when you have a simple large leaf as a base to take it away from my bite.

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One of the reasons I said the burger had too much is because at no moment could I feel any of the onions or bacon that were supposed to be in the burger. All the other flavours were masking them unless you took a bite which was dominated by them.

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The brioche was toasted, fresh and tasty. It wasn’t soggy but I would have loved a bit more from the sauces with it (darn lettuce)

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a classic good burger joint. Large choice of burgers and sides and some nice beers. The fries weren’t as great. They weren’t bad but there wasn’t anything special about them like the rosmary style of honest burgers.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Pouring cheese sauce over your burger feels great and it is a nice twist to serving a burger.

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Why you Lettuce down?

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Last week a friend of mine invited me to Harlem Soul’s opening. A little food venue inspired and brought to us by the streets of Harlem and some of its foody culture. I was really hyped up especially as I heard there are burgers. The place with all the graffiti looked amazing and had a great feel to it. Trying sliders all night I had a pretty nice experience and here is a share of it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was the tasting menu and was a great sample of what to expect from the venue. Happy to say I wasn’t dissapointed with the burger

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The burger had:

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It has been a time since I have reviewed a chicken burger so I’m happy I landed on this kind of chicken. I have forgotten how important texutre is in a burger and the crispy shell of the KFC (Korean Fried Chicken)  re-proved that to me. The crunchyness was followed with a lot of taste and light spiciness from the shell but I can’t say the same for the chicken. The flavour was lost there in between the crunchy exterior and the intense flavour from the other ingredients. It acted much more as a base than anything else. Maybe I have the wrong expectations for the chicken burger or maybe the crust was a bit too much but with a bit more flavour that would have been a top chicken burger.

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The lack of cheese was a good choice. Especially with this twist of the burger I think it was going to be difficult to incorporate it unless it was tofu (which we all know is simply a spounge for other flavours). Instead the burger pushed heavy on the pickles with the red onions and the chilli pepper slaw. I think the chilli pepper slaw was an amazing addition to the burger that added that freshness yet spiciness and the sweet chilli sauce brought everything together.

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A nice addition was the corriander it went well with the pickles and yet it pushed a bit more that fresh flavour. The pak choi was a bit of a dissapointment. Being little and overwelmed from the other flavoyurs I didn’t really find a need for it except for the sake of adding more greens. On the other hand at least it stayed in theme with the rest of the burger.

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Toasting a brioche is always a great idea but I would have loved a bit more slaw or more sweet chilli sauce to take away from the dryness of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Live music, great food, amazing atmosphere and incredible sides it is a place that fits a lot so I can easily give it a very high score.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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The Korean burger influence is not something you see every day and it was very well executed.

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A Korean in Harlem

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Being lazy and in need of a burger to review I ordered a burger from a diner close by. The Fatboyz Diner has really good reviews and I was pretty hyped up. Having a big greasy burger for dinner is always a good idea.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Sad to say I was not very happy with the execution of this bad boy. Big and greasy and pusing the junkfood burger the flavours weren’t tehre

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The burger had:

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The meat was quite a bit and was very juciy. Taking a bite I was expecting bliss but the taste wasn’t there. The burger was simply meaty and greasy, no unique or specific flavour, there was simply not much into the burger. Spirces were missing and I didn’t feel any condiments like mustard.

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The American cheese is great for burgers, melting away, satisfying the fat person in you but lets face it. Flavour is not the main thing in its profile, non the less it is pretty good. The burger was dripping witch cheese but adding to additional fattiness of the patty was not helping. Having a classic cheese made the burger feel good but the taste wasn’t overwhelming.

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The tomato was one of the best parts of this burger as it was big tasty and fresh. But it was so good it was actually dominating the other flavours whould have been great if the meatiness wasn’t plain but had that beef  taste. The caramelized onions looked amazing but even though it tends to be a dominating flavour this one was missing. The sweetness was coming from the tomato and the ketchup and the distinct feel of caramelized onions was simply not there.

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The bun wasn’t toasted and was really soggy which was expected considering the fattiness of the burger and the cheese combined with mustard, mayo and ketchup which wasn’t a delicate balance or great execution but simply splattered condiments.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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Didn’t visit the place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – -/10

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There wasn’t anything quirky about it and I didn’t visit the place so I can’t give an objective score

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Is it too Fat?

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Hungry for a burger and in need of one for a review I went for a place close by to home. Dirty Bones is a nice American comfort food place so I was hoping for a good burger experience and I got it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Sadly there are few places that I know that work with a different cuts of beef to provide that exceptional flavour and Dirty Bones is one of them and it works great. It is an art form I haven’t explored enough.

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The burger had:

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The meat was absolutely amazig. It was a combination of aged beef and brisket and the mince wasn’t a standard one so I believe they are combining the cuts inhouse. And it was absolutely delicious. The brisket was giving that fattyness while having the full meat feel of the dry aged beef. It could be a bit dry for some people but It was the center of a burger as it should be for any simple recipe. Great job!

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The cheese could be felt among the bites there was a decent amount of it and was going well in combination with the gherkins and the meat. That typical american cheese really pushed that classic burger experience.

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One of my critiques of the bureger were the red onions. They were fresh and tasty which also meant absolutely ovewhelming through some of the bites. There was balance in some of the bites but I think the onion was a bit too much,

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The djoneese was a really nice addition as the mustard was adding that strange punch that was making your pallet brighter but it wasn’t in any well overwhelming due to the mayo. I’m going to use this in one of my own burgers

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The brioche was fresh and soft and tasty though I would have prefered it lightly toasted to bring up the sesame seeds and bring a tiny bit more structrure to the burger.

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All and all this was a really nice simple recipe that was well executed.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The place has a lot of sides  and a lot of options to go well with a burger. It is a place I’m coming back to for a different comfort food for sure.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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There wasn’t anything quirtky about this except for a nicely executed classic burger, with really great burger meat.

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Dirty Good

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There was a new recommendation in Glasgow I had to try. So this was a junkfood burger place and after my last success with MeatMission I was pretty hyped! These were greasy dirty, sloppy, soggy burgers… not for everyone

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was an intersting recipe with a light mediterrenian twist

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The burger had:

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The burger was made with nice fresh meat. You could feel the patty through every bite but it was slightly dry. It could have used a bit more spices for sure but that strong beef flavour was there so I couldn’t complain. The chorizo was adding nice light hotness to the experience and was balancing the lack of spices from the meat as well as adding a bit more fattiness I really enjoyed it.

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The mozarella is not a great choice for a burger. It makes for a great sloppy melted cheese but in terms of flavour it doesn’t add much. It helped ingredients like the balsamic glaze and the tomatoe to shine considerably. So combine that with the diced lettuce (thank you!) you had a nice italian salad with a burger. The onions shined through with sweetness and went along great with the salad.

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Brioche was great, toasted and wasn’t getting soggy although there was a lot of dripping from the rest of the ingredients. The sesame seeds were adding a nice finish to the bites.
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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The fries… oh god. These are their own meals. all of them. I’m really impresssed with the sides in that place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I haven’t had that sloppy and soggy experience in a while and this was a great one

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An Offer You Can’t Refuse

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I started my journey with burger exploration in Scotland a few years ago. There were great places with good quality meat and a lot of quirkiness. Bread Meats Bread was a place I recommended to everyone going up north. I had my first 10/10 there – Bread Meats Bread’s Lamborghini . In the last year since I’ve been there, I’ve had plenty of friends come back disappointed and I always assumed it was the burger choice not fitting their taste and not the burgers themselves. I’m sad to say but they were all right… the King is Dead

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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Kali is a very simple burger I haven’t tried and the aim was to see what they weren’t doing well. The more simple it is the more obvious the problems are… and boy they were many

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The burger had:

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As usual, let’s start with the meat. It is local, it is Scottish, it is good in taste, that typical flavour is there. But it is in a dry patty, difficult to eat and with not enough flavouring coming from mustard or other spices. It felt quite difficult to chew and was very disappointing considering the potential.

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The cheese was a lot and nicely dripping which was great. But, you could barely taste it and when you did it wasn’t much different to your typical processed cheese it was mostly that fattiness that you got from it.

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Lettuce wasn’t shredded… why? All your special sauce went there and dripped away. At least it provided freshness to the pallet as it should but that was just highlighting the non-ripe tomato. I remember when I was commending the quality of their veggies and that is simply not there. The onions and pickles were adding to that acidity a classic burger recipe needs and were mingling well with the sauce and the meat.

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Bread was great. Lightly toasted and buttered not getting soggy and tasty. But everything else was pretty discouraging coming from the best burger place a few years back. This burger is basically a five guys burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They still have one of the best lists of options of sides and I can say it is worth going there only for the poutines and the fries. They haven’t fucked that one up.

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They still have a nice selection of beers so overall it is still a decent joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3//10

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Nothing quirky about 3x disappointment

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The King Is Dead

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As a tradition when I go out with my girlfriend to eat burgers, I always try two of them. As said in the previous post for MeatMission I wasn’t expecting much but we both were very pleasantly surprised. Although I’m giving a lower score on this one I want to say that it was a 10 for my other half.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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It has been a time since I had a 10/10 but this was a surprisingly pleasent experience. This is the best junk food I’ve had so far

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Size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat was well done, I know for some people that is a turnoff but it was soo juicy! Flavour was there, that heavy meat bite could be felt in every bite. The beef was good quality and filled with spices as it should be. Another aspect that helped the meat factor in the burger was the good quality pastrami. The pepperness and signiture taste really mixed well together with the patty.

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The weakness of the burger was the swiss cheese. It wasn’t enough and it was lacking through the bites. The balance wasn’t there just because of the powerful meat flavours so double the amount would of made this burger great.

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I love sauerkraut and pushing the burger in that direction I though they would have a pickle for a New Yorker style burger. They didn’t but non the less it was a great relish for the burger and it worked great. Having dominant flavours that balance well is what makes these burgers work well.

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They mayo catchup (Russian sauce)  was nice and made the burger the right amount of soggy but with that pastrami I have to admit I was missing the mustard.

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Bun was soft, lightly toasted and not sogging through yet very tasty, well executed.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They have large trays of decent fries with a lot of toppings.  It is best when your burgers drool over the fries.

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The jugs of IPA make me very very happy and so does the quality

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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An interesting recipe for a burger, you don’t see sauerkraut frequently yet it is such a perfect relish.

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New Yorkish

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MeatMission is a place I went to a few years ago and I wasn’t really impressed by it. Back then I wasn’t doing burger reviews but I didn’t have amazing memories. Last week I came back since my girlffriend was excited to try them. What I notices was the google review was much higher than it used to be.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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It has been a time since I had a 10/10 but this was a surprisingly pleasent experience. This is the best junk food I’ve had so far

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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Mustard fried patties have a very specific diner like taste that I really enjoy. It adds additional levels of sweetness. Combine this with good quality meat, which is well spiced and you get a great patty for a burger. The fact that they are two just helps balance the meatiness with the rest of the flavours in the burger.

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The cheese is well layered and you get that cheddar cheesiness in every bite. It isn’t a fancy cheese it is a junk food burger processed cheese but the taste is great. There wasn’t a bite that was lacking or being overwhelmed by it

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Shredded lettuce is the best lettuce for the burger, you don’t get a soggy leaf that drips all over, it helps contain the sauces and you can put a lot more. In combination the minced onions were much ligher on the taste. You don’t miss the sharpness but the flavour and the balance is there. Combine those with the pickles and you have a perfect burger salad that has acidity, freshness, sweetness and merges perfectly with the sauce.

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Bun was soft and getting all the jucies

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Overall this was a perfectly executed, junk food burger, great flavours, great balance of taste and juicy experience

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They have large trays of decent fries with a lot of toppings.  It is best when your burgers drool over the fries.

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The jugs of IPA make me very very happy and so does the quality

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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It isn’t something wierd or quitky just really well made

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Makes me Alive

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So this week my buddies wanted some burgers and decided to go for ShakeShack. I was complaining but if you can’t beat them join them. Last time I was in this burger joint I didn’t really enjoy the burgers that much, it was like McDonald’s on steroids. Greasy Junk food burgers. Now to clarify junk food burgers are great if you are in for a junkfood experience and not a culinary one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I think this is the first ShakeShack burger that I liked and I would come back for when I’m in the mood for junk food burgers.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So the patty wasn’t anyhting impressive. Better than your standard fastfood restaurant. It didn’t have option to make it medium which isn’t as big of a deal for me. Now it did lack flavour though. There weren’t enough spices and the meat wasn’t of great quality but I have to admit it was juicy so props to them. Few spices to push the flavour and those would of been great junk food patties. The bacon though was nice, lightly crispy, easy to eat and you could feel the smoky flavour so props to them. It fixed the meat experience for sure.

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The cheese was there for the fat and the processed food flavour not really a large impact on the burger and doesn’t really give a specific taste. Order it on the fries at least then you can feel it pumping up your veins quicker.

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Now the centerpiece of the burger in my opinion were the cherry peppers. Small sweet, fresh and with really strong flavour they made the burger have a very distinct taste compared to what I’ve had from burger joints. It was making the whole flavour much lighter and balancing out the meats.

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ShakeSuace which is basically sirracha mayo and something else ( not sure ) was nice and making the burger juicy. What was wiered was the bun was a single piece that had a fold which is simply strange compared to most of the burger places I’ve been too. Not bad but nothing special either

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Oh Cholesterol Gods, why have you created the cheesy fries. Why do I and my cardio system have to suffer because those fries are one of the best junkfoods there. The fires themselves aren’t that speical but the amount of cheese is.

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Otherwise they have a nice small selection of tap beers and the ale is not half bad.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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Junk food burger joint with a lot of cheese and greese.

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Greasy and Good

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During my visit to Hache I tried another burger. There is a benefit of going with someone else in a burger place because you can both split two burgers and try them. Now I had high expectations because it is very tricky to get truffle right in a burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I was surprised by the burger because it was the first one using proper truffle shavings on top and not only oil.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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As in the previous Hache burger the meat was high quality but very plain in taste. It was lacking spices to boost the beef taste. But in the case of this burger this was a slight positive since the truffle was a bigger part of the taste and merged well with the plain beef taste. It could of still used more spices but the taste was better than the previous experience.

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The caramelized onions helped with sweetness but the flavour rather lost in the truffle.

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The Gruyere stuck me as a really nice choice for the burger. The nuttiness and the distinctive taste wer eboth enchancing and distinctive to the entire burger.

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The truffle oil alioli and the truffle shavings were the centerpice of this burger as the name suggests. And combining that taste with the cheese and the beef was really well executed. That is until you get to the pieces of truffle that overpower everything else in your mouth although were still pretty tasty.

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Everything was nicely rounded up by the brioche which was executed perfectly. A bit less truffle and a bit more spices that could of been a perfect burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a place with a great burger selection. They have rotating burgeres nice selection of drinks including an amazing IPA I had for the first time. The presentation of the burgers is great and so is the service. It looks like a more “fancy” burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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Nice burger join and it is not every day that you eat truffles on a burger

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Truffle it up

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I had a small break from burgers and I had to catch up. Going out before a metal concert I found a nice burger place in Camden Town. As I entered I saw all the posters and comments on the wall with recommendations from different culture magazines so I was excited to give those burgers a try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had an interesting icon on the menu, it was a dome. So I was very pleasently surprised when the burger was served with a  smoke filled dome that looked amazing and encahcned the “Le Fume” experience.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. Even though it wasn’t easily understandable if you are getting burger or steak later on we understood that you basically get a minced steak as a burger. This sounded great especially if it was freshley made. I was expecting a high quality meat for sure. I have to agree that the burger was high quality but I would stay the steak was very lean and didn’t have enough fat as well as there weren’t any spices. Even though the meat was good and fresh when you make a burger you can’t skip on the spices. The taste needs to be enchanced and pushed  and this was simply not done at all. Now the bacon was a different story. It had a great texture, not too soft, not too crispy, exactly how  I like it. It’s smokiness was rounding up the taste and theme of the burger but I would of loved a bit more porky punch coming from it.

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The caramelized onions were great and their sweetness was brought to the overall experience but the onions themselves didn’t havethat punchy onion taste, I guess that is up for taste I prefer it there but not a biggie. They were cooked well and suited the meatiness.

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The Gruyere was a good choice of cheese, the tangyness made it stand out as long as you didn’t bite through too much of bacon. Together with the colelsaw it brough more fattyness to the burger. The coleslaw provided that extra crunchiness through a bite which was a nice touch of texture.

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The jewel of the burger I would say was the brioche. This little piece of bread was perfect. Crispy on the outside soft on the inside lightly sweet and toasted.

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This was a fairly simple (excluding the smoky dome) and not to soggy burger and I can see a lot of my friends loving their plain taste however although good they were far from perfect.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a place with a great burger selection. They have rotating burgeres nice selection of drinks including an amazing IPA I had for the first time. The presentation of the burgers is great and so is the service. It looks like a more “fancy” burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Not every day you get a burger served in a smoky dome so  I have to give props to that. The recipe and how it was all brought together was very well made.

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Smoke Me Away

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Last weekend I was trying our Flat Iron Square which is south-west of London Bridge. It is a small place with loads of places for food, open spaces and vendors. Got excited when I saw a small burger joint I’ve never seen or heard before so I went for their signature Spanglish burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The Spanglish was exciting to me mainly because of the spanish twist to this british classic of a burger. I was really pleasently surprised.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The meat sounds really good on paper – Aged beef and Angus Beef, and it was pretty good on taste but I think a lot of times these tend to be more marketing than trully what is underneath the hood. I’ve tried aged Angus beef (true not Galician) and normally that tenderness you get in a steak is not really as relevant in a burger. The taste however was good. You could feel that typical strong grassfed beef taste that is normally lost in medium quality meats. Although the meat was good it could have sertainly used a bit more spices to enchance the flavour.

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The masterpiece of this burger is the substitute of bacon – serrano ham. Oh holy shit this was good. You get that porky flavour similar to what you may get from a british style bacon, but in the same time it was so much lighter and wasn’t overwhelming any other flavours around it. I absolutely loved it!

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Cheddar was good you could feel it through most bites which I think these days is more rare than people think. Nicely melted and  overall nicely balanced with the rest of the burger.

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There was lettuce, it wasn’t shredded… Gem lettuce is fine, it tends to be really tender and flavourful but I understand from a restaurant perspective you can’t put a lot from it. But I rather have lower quality lettuce but shredded. This way it won’t spill the sauces but rather contain them. And when I have one or two bites left the patty won’t slip out. Sorry for the rant…

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The pickles were nice but only when they were a major part of a bite the rest of the time they weren’t as dominant and I would of loved a bit more because they were really tasty.

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I loved the mayo. Smokiness tends to put more body into it but I never really picked up a distinct smokiness from the mayo in a burger. there is just so much going on. Overall it was enough to make your bites a bit more saucy but the bun wasn’t soggy.

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Great job guys

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Interesting set of sides and pretty delicious fries so I have to comend that. There wasn’t a large choice of drinks to compliment but there is a beer stand right next to the place so I think that isn’t an issue if you want to match your burger with an IPA like I do.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is the first time I’m seeing Serrano Ham in a burger and made crispy. It was a simple change of ingredients that made this classic burger so much better so I have to give props to the guys.

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Me Gusta a Lot

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I’m a bit behind with the burgers I’ve eaten but thank god I keep notes to catch up. During one of the team lunches I decided to have a vegeterian burger at Honest. I have basically tried all burgers there so that was one of the more interesting choices left for me.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The Beyond Meat burgers is a brand of vegan burgers that try to push the impossible burger envelope. The impossible burger is the challenge to make a vegan burger taste and feel like real meat.  Lets say there is a reason it is called the “impossible” challenge

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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So the “meat” was very interesting. It had a taste very closly resembling medium quality beef. If you had a wagyu or high quality grassfed beef you would feel the difference. But in terms of your average meat quality it was almost scary close. The thing that I was missing that “meaty” umami bite, it simply didn’t have the same fullness. Overall this is the best vegeterian burger I’ve had and I would recomend it to anyone, especially if you are willing to experiment with your food (literally).

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I couldn’t really feel the smokyness of the gauda. But it was good quality cheese and even though a thin slice I could feel it in most bites. Sadly a lot of the time the mustard was a bit too much and overpowering the flavours.

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Thank you for shredding the lettuce. No annoying sauce dripping, you could feel it in the bite and you have freshness from the green ( again if it aint overpowered by the mustard).

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The mayo was fine but again the whole burger was largly dominated by the amount of mustard put on it. I love mustard and overall through few bites you could experience the burger in its fullness but the reason the burger doesn’t have a higher score is the yellow dominator.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Honest burgers has great sides and especially fries. They are one of  my favorites for sure. There beverage choice is not as big as I would love to but I think this is a very solid burger joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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First time eating meat that is not really meat. We are at a point in our lives where we eat food with version numbers, lets realize that!

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To Meat or no to Meat?

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A few months ago a good friend of mine opened a little Viking themed pub in Sofia. A place that cherishes meat, beer, and mead. This temple lacked one thing though…burgers. So he asked me to create a burger for the venue and I was flattered and excited about the prospect. I already had an original recipe in the Ibero however another one was due.

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As you all know I love themed burgers so I went into a small exploration into the Nordic cuisine. There were few distinct ingredients that kind of shined through and the Nordic burger was born. Now you can find it in RagnaRock.

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The Nordic

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Burger has:

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I am really proud of the taste and balance of the burger and I do recommend it for anyone. There although the ingredients are heavy and they mix well together each of the ingredients shines through on its own which is what you want from a burger. After having a few happy faces I can say that the burger is a success.

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Ibero

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The next burger that was like by the chefs and introduced to the menu was the Ibero. It was liked for the freshness and the addition of garlic sauce instead of garlic aioli was a huge success (Thank you, Chef Alex). The burger has a very fresh feel balancing out the heavy flavour of chorizo.

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The burger had:

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Although the original recipe was slightly changed I believe it was for the better. You can always ask for a bit more spicy if that is your thing, it goes really well. The Emmental cheese was chosen instead of the manchego because it is limited in Bulgaria and it was not scalable.

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The Classic

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The classic burger was something simple and something you can find around the world especially in the UK. Yet for the Bulgarian burger scene, it maintains unknown nuances and experiences e.g. the chutney.

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The burger had:

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Chef Alex amazed me when he decided to quickly make some onion chutney whenever we were discussing the recipes and it ended up tasting amazing. It really rounded up the flavors and made one of the better classic UK burgers I’ve tried.

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RagnaBurger

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This was a creation that was concocted on the fly while we were testing out the burgers and it was made by the chefs. It utilized the patty from the Ibero burger but made use of the freshness in a different way. Using cucumbers was genius since they add that crunchy texture that was missing

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The burger had:

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The only thing that is missing is some high level of spicy flavour like a habanero that would then be balanced by all the freshness and this would be a great burger!

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Overall I’m really thankful to RagnaRock for the opportunity. I learned a lot about creating a burger for a restaurant environment. Considering prices and making sure the ingredients are easily available and easy to store. I’m glad burgers finished the first day and more had to be made for the next day of the burger weekend and the faces of people were the best prize you can get for a burger you’ve created.

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I really recommend RagnaRock.It is a place with great food, now it has amazing burgers. Interesting choice of beers to pair with and a really nice atmosphere!

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Restaurant Experience

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I believe I’ve covered all the burger places around work so I will repeat myself with honest. They are on average very good burgers so I know I can always have a nice experience when going there. Visiting for a Christmas lunch with my team it was apropriate to order the Christmas burger which is available until 31st of December (at least this time you have time to try it after the review)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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It is the special burger of the month so it was an easy choice. The recipe also looked delicious so I was ready for the small heart attack concidering the ingredients

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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In this case the burger was cooked slightly above medium which was great since there was more of that grassy beef taste. Honest don’t tend to use a lot of spices around the burger and it isn’t premium quality and I think it is valid to sacrifice a bit of that juciness of the patty for more flavour. The bacon was tasty and was acting as a middleground for all the ingredients. The smokiness could be felt since there wasn’t anything that can mask. For me it was slightly too thick to bite through so sometimes you ended up with a lot more and sometime with no bacon at all.

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The center piece of the burger for sure is the deep fried Camembert. Normally I would expect a strong, punchy to the nose sent from it but the crust was protecting the eater. The overall taste wasn’t as strong as I expected and you could feel a very mellow stincky feet taste and flavour. Joke aside I loved it since it went so well with the sweetness of the cranberries. The dissapointing part for me was the deep fry, it had to heavy of a taste and the majority of the time it was overpowering a lot of the other ingredients so there wasn’t really a good balance. It was tasty though!

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The rocket salad was not felt due to the other strong flavours, either put 3 times more or don’t put at all.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Rosmary potatoes are a huge win, I can devour so much from them. They might me too salty for some but I love them.

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I feel beer choice has decreased I would really like a few more IPAs .

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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I love theming things, it gives them identity and this was nicely themed burger  but nothing too wierd.

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Ho-ho-honest

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Coming to Burger and Lobster  meant I had to try as many burgers as possible and of course I had to try the signature lobster burger. Being the crazy £22 and using premium ingredients it was a rare experience. I was very surprised especially after the first burger I tried there

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This is certainly not a simple burger and is  much more about the recipe and the balance of the ingredients. I was happy with the outcome

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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From the previous Burger and Lobster review it was obvious that I wasn’t a huge fan of the beef patty. The lack of flavour and spices was obvious fault, however this has been a feature for this burger. If the beef didn’t have a lighter flavour, then the lobster would have been non existent in the pallet. But now there was a nice balance where you could surf and turf between the two flavours. Congrats on turning the negative into a positive but still I’m expecting top notch meat from a burger especially in this price. The lobster was tasty and fresh and provided the surf part of the equation but I’m not sure how it would be done if the beef was punchy.

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Talking about turf, lets talk about the centerpiece in my personal opinion of this burger -the truffle mayo. This is one of the best uses of truffle oil I have ever tasted in my life. It is very easy to go overboard with it but here it was perfect. It was the flavour that was standing out yet binding everything together – the beef, the lobster, the brie, the bread. It was a very well made and I absolutely loved it.

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The brie was a great choice here since it wasn’t too pungent in terms of smell and taste yet it was a distinct part of the bite and combined with the truffle flavour it was a small masterpiece that complimented the rest of the burger. I was surprised how well it goes with lobster.

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The fennel and the cabbage were providing that crunchiness to the equation but were very lost in terms of flavor which is expected considering the rest of the heavy ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a very nice place, they have great coctails, a nice diner like atmosphere for dining. The lobsters are tasty and you have a large choice of sides. Sadly the fries were not the best but quite good non the less.

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I had a nice IPA, I would of loved a bit more of choice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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Eating a £22 burger with lobster and truffle oil as flavours is certainly a one time rare experience.

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Surf and Truffle Oil

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For some time I’ve wanted to go to Burger and Lobster. Being a premium burger and lobster place I was hyped about the experience. It is a pricy place, especially for a burger, but I had an ocasion to treat myself.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Whenever a burger has a very classic recipe and very simple it becomes less about the combination of the ingredients and more about the execution. Paying £16 for a burger made my expectations very high. Sadly that wasn’t the case.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Having the meat brought from the US make me think there is no way it is absolutely fresh and not frozen in the process. Even thought it is obviously and in taste a high quality meat freezing does it no good. The taste was there but wasn’t powerful and very plain. The beef flavour wasn’t accentuated in any specific way and was in no way a centerpiece for the burger. The meat was with a slightly larger grind and without too much fat so combination of all those factor and the price made me quite dissapointed. It is not bad it is simply not great.

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This was one of the very few burger I’ve tried in the UK where the vegetables and salad used in a burger were top notch. The tomato flavour was full, sweet and strong as I would expect from a fresh tasty tomatoe, not sure where they get it from but all the burger joint should take a note. The lettuce was shredded which I believe it the way lettuce should be on a burger. The pickles were very nice, sweet and lightly sour and the sauce that had a mayo base provided fulness and was striving for balance in the bite.

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The bun was very tasty and good. The sesame seeds were felt in bites it was lightly toasted, not to soggy and not to dry.

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Everything was great except for the meat since the quality of execution of the rest of the burger was shadowing the suppose to be centerpiece.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a very nice place, they have great coctails, a nice diner like atmosphere for dining. The lobsters are tasty and you have a large choice of sides. Sadly the fries were not the best but quite good non the less.

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I had a nice IPA, I would of loved a bit more of choice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Nice diner atmosphere with premium yet simple burger

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Mr. Pricy

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This week I’m visiting Budapest. A very nice city that so far has welcomed me with very homey food. I “accidentally” ended up close to a burger place that was highly rated. Seeing the amount of meat in Hungarian cuisine, had me excited about the burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Not sure if you will agree with me but Hungarian food tends to be full of interesting spices and crosses between Central and Eastern European food. Naturally I was surprised

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty was very interesting. Typically for eastern Europe and sadly without asking the meat was well done. The spices were strong, they suited the meat but were quite different from what you might be used to. There was an interesting smoky taste to the spices that was pushing the meat in a different direction it kind of made it more gamy. I didn’t like the fact the patty was breaking apart, otherwise it was a great experience.

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The Gorgonzola is a great moldy cheese for burgers. It isn’t dominating the other tastes it is creamy and melts beautifully and works perfectly with sweet flavours like the bacon jam. I have nothing to complain and only to recommend… MORE GORGONZOLA ON BURGERES! The jam was a nice addition and was one of the factors playing with the beef patty taste. It was enhancing even more the smoky note coming from the patty’s spices

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The salad was there but with all the strong flavours, fat from the cheese were smudging it away on the bottom of the burger so I would put much more. I would substitute it with spinach to get the most balance out of the flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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It is a small burger joint with a nice choice of drinks and a lot of basic burgers and only one quirky burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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It is a nice fairly simple burger nothing too quirky about it except for the patty.

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Gorgona Catch You

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The benefit of going with someone else for a burger is that you can always try two. Getting a taste of the Rox’s On The Rox – 9.5/10 gave me high hopes for this one and again I wasn’t dissapointed

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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For anyone reading this blog for a while you know I’m a sucker for blue cheese on a burger. So it made me very excited.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty was the same as in the previous burger. It was amazing. Very well spiced, fresh meat and full of flavour. As mentioned in the previous review the meat was a very good example of what a simple burger patty should be.

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The cheese is the ceterpiece of this burger. The moldyness pushes the direction and that is why I love blue cheese for a burger. This time, the push was a bit too much. Even though everything was tasty the blue cheese was dominating in every single bite. Maybe a lighter blue cheese may have been a better options.

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The shredded lettuce and onions were a great combination that soaked the garlic mayo and were that fresh end to the sharp blue cheese. I loved the fact that the lettuce is shred since you could put more of it and feel its taste.

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The brioche bun was just slightly sweet, enought to round up the whole experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Other than amazing burgers and decent fries there wasn’t much except soft drinks. Thankfully they are sharing an area with a bar but even thee the IPA selection wasn’t great. I had a Punk IPA by Brewdog

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Saw people having wings so that might be worth exploring

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Nothing quirky about it  sadly

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Blue makes me happy, not sad

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I was having a nice autumn walk in North Greenwich. I wanted to go back to the Ramen Burger but I saw Rox in the area which had an award as the best hamburger by Timeout so I decided to give it a try and I had a great

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This was one of the best burgers I’ve had in a while. Normally I’m someone attracted to interested recipes and their good execution. I’m weary of simple burgers because it is obvious when something goes wrong. Well this burger was almost perfect

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty is what you expect from a high quality meat. The beef flavour was prominent and it was very well spiced. There wasn’t a bite where the taste would be diluted by any of the other flavours. As a simple burger should be, the meat was its centrepiece. It was a delight through every bite.

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The cheese was nice but is my only critique for the burger. Its flavour was prominent only through some of the bites. It tasted like the standard processed cheese used for burgers but I don’t mind it because it was a very classic taste. I would simply add a double cheese by default. Next time I’m there I’m fore sure ordering with extra cheese

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Every burger joint should serve the lettuce as Rox – shredded. It is less of a slippery madness, you can fit more lettuce and showcase more of its flavour and earthy freshness simply because you can easily put much more of the lettuce. Combine that with the acidity from the jalapenos and the onions and you get a great burger salad. The jalapenos were felt in every bite,  they weren’t too spicy but just enough to bring out the specific chilli taste in every bite

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The brioche was fresh and lightly sweet and was a great holder for these great ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Other than amazing burgers and decent fries there wasn’t much except soft drinks. Thankfully they are sharing an area with a bar but even thee the IPA selection wasn’t great. I had a Punk IPA by Brewdog

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Saw people having wings so that might be worth exploring

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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A very tasty burger but nothing quirky really

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Like a whiskey

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So last month GBK had a special burger, I always tend to put a review for them out after the offer has finished. Next time I’m going to try it in the beginning so the review can have a better purpose.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is the first themed Indian style burger I’ve had outside of BabaG . So I will be referencing it. I love the idea of themed burgers as you know because they encapsulate the bite of a culture.

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The burger had:

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The patty was great. The meat was tender and well made. I’ve startred loving more and more lamb burgers. It has a very specific taste that is very easy to balance. Almost all cultures have lamb meals made with different ingredients you can integrate into a burger. My only critique was the indian spices, they weren’t as well balanced and there was a permanent curry and cummin in the after taste.

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The Samosa and the poppadom provide the great crunchyness that almost every burger needs as a texture. They were delicious and nicely spiced. The potatoe in the samosa was soft and filling, a nice play with the textures. My only critique is I would of preffered to have more from these ingredients since they weren’t present in every bite.

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I love raita just because the yogurt base goes so well with lamb. Add the cucumber and you get a standard dressing for lamb you can see in the eastern side of Europe. I would of preffered a bit more of it to balance out better the heavy spices since the aftertaste was covering everything

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Mango chutney for this burger is like onion chutney for beef and cheddar burger. It is a perfect fit. That sweetness was felts through out each bite it was going to be great if it was a bit more spicy.

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I’ve started to prefer sesame seed bun for burgers like that compared to brioches. They are a much better taste for those ingredients and lightly toasted the sesame seed add even more flavour.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it.

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Themed burger with a good recipe and a different twist from what I’ve had so far. A great burger

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Raita on the point

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So, Breakfast and Burger was a joint recently recommended by a friend. I was lucky enough to find one close around the city when I was looking for a burger lunch last Friday. Entering a hippstery place with a huge queue and a full place raised my expectations for sure.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burgers are very classic in choice and the benefit is that you can add toppings and make your own. You can never go wrong with a classic cheese burger and that is what I went for. It is sad to say that I was quite disappointed.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The patty itself was quite thin and well done. I don’t mind that, in fact I tend to find more flavour in a properly made well done burger. However, this was not the case. The burger was there and was OK in taste, but it was missing so much. The flavour wasn’t strong, it wasn’t well spiced to at least enhance the flavour. At least it was juicy but overall not what you expect from a place that has “burger in its name”

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The cheese was processed and not very impressive. The taste was there but nothing special or exciting. The only reason you could feel the single slice of cheese was because the beef wasn’t flavourful enough. Non the less, lets face it we are used to processed cheese for our burgers so it isn’t that bad.

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The worst part of everything was the tomato and I’ve said this thousands of times. If you don’t have good tomatoes don’t try to put them in a burger. The pink plastic veggie like thingy really ruined the entire experience and I think I would have enjoyed the burger more if it was gone. (It was after I removed it half way through). The lettuce and onions were nice, nothing too fancy. The onion was sharp and tasty but that was due to lack of balance of the other ingredients.

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The pickle rounded up that cheeseburger experience that you might be used to from McDonalds and similar. Overall this is a premium junk food burger place. It isn’t bad but there are better places to go in the area, especially for the money

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The fries weren’t anything exciting or special. There was a small choice of drinks and thankfully an IPA in between them. I personally had a Meantime Pale Ale

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Standard as it go. Its not a Breakfast for Five Guys

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Burgers for breakfast ?

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Needing to review new burgers and being close to the GBK joint in South Kensington was a good combination of circumstances. In addition GBK just re-released their signature Kiwi Burger which I knew I had to try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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GBK always have interesting recipes to show but the execution always lacks a bit. This time was better but we can do better GBK.

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The burger had:

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The more high-quality meat I try the more I appreciate the need for proper use of spices on a beef patty. The flavour was there, it wasn’t lost but it could have been much better. Having only beef and salt for a patty without premium meat and you will always get sub-optimal experience.

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The Kiwi is a very different burger from what I’ve tried so far. As you know I like balance in a burger and yet the ability to feel each ingredient. The Kiwi is all about the balance but there is flow only between few of the flavours and there is a different taste popping in your mouth every time you chew. That is because of the drastic differences between each of the ingredients. Yet there is a nice soothing balance at the end of the bite that has managed to combine all the flavours and lets them linger there.

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I can’t stress how good Grilled pineapple is. It provides a sweet and lightly acidic charcoal flavour that goes great with any meat. Suddenly that gets earthed down by the beetroot and then a clear egg finishes the whole experience. The cheddar manages to compliment every ingredient and somehow it brightens in between all the aforementioned.

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Everything up until now sounds great until you reach the tomato and lettuce which were sub part and I’m not sure they were needed. They were not bad perse, but they weren’t adding to that experience the rest of the burger had.

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The house mayo greased up and finished the burger nicely. I loved the toasted bun, especially with the sesame seeds.

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Remove the tomato and lettuce and add good quality meat or simply add spices and you have a 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it.

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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This is a very weird and unique recipe I haven’t seen anywhere else. It was an interesting experience that I really appreciated.

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Do The Haka

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So I was absent for a weekend or two because I had the pleasure of eating burgers in Greece. While I was in Thessaloniki I knew I had to have a burger from here since last year I had a pretty good one and the overall food quality in the country is great. I was excited to find a highly rated place while I was having a walk with a hungry belly

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The burger was straightforward as the majority of the burgers in the menu. Nothing to fancy or special, however I was very pleasantly surprised.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This was a classic burger for sure, nothing too special. The quality of the meat was good and what you would expect from a Mediterranean country. Typical for the region, the beef was slightly seasoned, and you could distinctly feel the red meat flavour. It was more on the well done side as expected for this side of the world. The bacon was more on the crispy side. I tend to prefer the bacon slightly softer however this was one of the better executions of the crispy bacon. You could feel the smoky flavour complimenting the beef and the BBQ sauce. All and all it was the bacon I enjoyed quite a bit compared to others I’ve tried.

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The cheddar was a good fit for the burger and wasn’t lost among the other punch flavours. You could feel it in every bite and was nicely melted. It was a very classic fit to a very classic recipe.

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One of the reasons I really liked this simple burger was the vegetables. In Greece the tomatoes are so much better than the ones you can find in the UK in most burger joints. The flavour is mouth filling but never dominating and the tomato is easy to bite through. The lettuce was also fresh. It added enough crispiness and managed to cleanse the pallet among bites.

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I couldn’t feel too much of the smoky mayo but the BBQ sauce was for sure the ingredient that was steering the direction of the burger. I quite enjoyed the one they used although I’m not sure if it was homemade or not.

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The bun could have been slightly more toasted otherwise it was a great ingredient holder.

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The burger was a very nice and unexpectedly good take on a classic recipe that I really enjoyed. I recommend when you visit Thessaloniki.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries weren’t anything special however the options for sides had a large variety. The drinks however were fairly limited to few classic lagers and standard soft drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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A walk by

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A BBQ Story

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It is nice to come back to places I know and compare the burgers now that I have more “experience”. Honest tends to be a consistently good chain however now I have slightly different view on things.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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You can never go wrong with an honest burger but I realized you can’t get the exceptional experience there unless you try one of the speicals. Things are good but not perfect

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The meat I tend to like cooked medium, however this time it was slightly rare in the middle. This is not a killer for me but it is not what you expect. In addition, although the meat quality is good and the burgers are juicy in the last months I’ve tried plenty of burgers which have the beef flavour enhanced either by spices or just because it was such a nice grass-fed beef where that flavour from a plain burger comes from. This is not really the case, the taste can be lost in between the other ingredients. The bacon was tasty and smoky and wasn’t dominating but rather complementary to the beef and cheese

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The Cheddar was very good on this burger. You could feel it with every bite and went well with the rest of the ingredients. That combination between red onion relish and a good cheddar is simply amazing, I will never get sick of it. The relish was sweet and slightly acidic which made it perfect. The pickle pushed that acidity in the right direction for sure so great balance of the ingredients

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Lettuce was nice and crunchy and was present with its texture. However, I would put more if you want it to act as a pallet cleanser. The tomatoes in the UK are sub-par in the majority of cases so I would rather not have them then get that unsatisfying tomato flavour.

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The brioche was fresh and wrapped everything together nicely.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Potatoes are one of the best among burger chains I’ve tried and they have a nice selection of drinks.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Standard burger in a standard burger joint.

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An Honest and Good Boy

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So this was a place close to work were my team and I went for lunch. Of course there was a burger menu so I had to try one. There are few that caught my eye. this time I wanted something more simple than what I usually get so I went for a the Wagyu burger and it didn’t disappoint.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.0/10

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So last time I had Wagyu in a burger I was very disappointing hence this time I had a measured expectation. The burger was also pricier so I did expect something which is good and fresh.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This for sure was one of the better meats I’ve tried. It was tasty, I don’t think there was a lot of seasoning used for the beef but it had that nice flavour you would expect. It was great for a centerpiece of the experience. My only critique was that the ends of the burger were burned slightly more and they were lacking that juiciness and flavour the middle had. Also it is a smaller patty than a usual burger but that is expected.

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You’ve hear me say it before. Blue cheese is one of the best for a burger in my opinion. And here it was executed perfectly. They were blue cheese crumbs amid the tasty rocket salad that weren’t overwhelming the flavour but balancing perfectly. The rocket, mayo and cheese played very well around the beef taste so I did enjoy it quite a bit.

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The tomato chutney was an interesting choice. It made the sub par tomato taste very well and added to the juiciness of the overall burger. I would of loved if it pushed the flavour slightly more sour than sweet but I think it was nice.

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The brioche was fresh and provided that sweet baseline to start your bite and then used the rest of the ingredients to send you into the savory world. I heavily recommend this burger. Few minor tweaks and this could be a 10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The joint had a large selection of sides and ales. The perfect compliment for a burger. The fries were slightly bland but they had variety of preparations. I’ve certainly had better tasting ones but they were overall OK.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t eat wagyu beef everyday but I can’t say it was something earthshattering

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Wagyu so tasty?

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Porky’s is a favorite burger place of a good friend of mine. So far the burgers have been nice but nothing impressive. Few were heart attack bombs and they have interesting recipes but in my mind they could always have a better execution. This time they had new burgers so I was excited to see if there was improvement.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Meat tends to be the centerpiece of thei

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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Meat was as usually nice quality but didn’t have any wow factory. With the pastrami you had a nice solid base and it was helping to exaggerate the beef taste from the patty. I think with this good quality meat the burgers would benefit with few key spices to underline the beef flavour.

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The saurkraut wasn’t as sour and salty as you would expect and that relish taste was slightly lost for me. It didn’t seem fresh or made properly so this centerpiece was certainly lacking a bit.

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The cheese was felt more in between bites compared to other burgers I’ve tried in Porky’s since the other flavours weren’t too intense but I’m not sure what would have I put instead if the rest of the ingredients were good. Maybe a smoked cheese instead?

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The lettuce added this nice crunchyness and fresh taste I believe it went very well with the saurkraut but as usual the tomato was sub par for my taste. The onions were fresh hence that strong acidity but I would say it was even more than the cabbage. The few pickles were cool and went perfectly with the pastrami. The truth is that in the meaty burger the salad part was what made it better. I would remove the lettuce and tomato and focus more on the relish flavour.

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The brioche was a nice choice since it was adding sweetness and rounded the burger flavours well. I would of love a bit more sauces in it as well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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They have nice choice of beers and decent fries. But there are many other sides which I’ve tried and are good so I do recommend.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Nothing quirky you just don’t see saurkraut used frequently in burgers

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A not so saurkraut

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I was challenged by a good friend of mine to make a burger. Hence sat down an though of a new recipe to try. The idea was very successful but the execution was lacking. The recipe was inspired by typically Spanish ingredients

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.0/10

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I wanted to make the patty the centerpiece of the burger. But for me that means bringing out different flavors from it. I also wanted to learn to make aioli hence this burger was a big experiment

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This is the best burgers I’ve made and it tasted really good. The concept was very successful and I’m very proud of that. The parsley was bringing in that freshness that was creating a contrast within every bite. You could always sense the beef flavour strongly after that together with the onions that accompany it. The chillies were adding that very light spiciness and for the lovers of spicy I would put a bit more since the other ingredients especially the parsley cover up the spice. The chorizo was a centerpiece since its flavour was distinct in every bite yet wasn’t dominating any of the other tastes but rather balancing them out. I really loved this recipe and going to repeat it with an even better execution

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The manchego was for sure the right choice of cheese it simply goes well with beef and chorizo. Its oakiness and smokiness balances well in a bite. Sadly it wasn’t very matured hence for the cheese lovers like me it was slightly underwhelming so next time I’m going to grab the stronger cheddar

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The salad was lovely I prefer greens with taste than greens for texture and this was a great salad to go with any burger. The cherry tomatoes were bringing in that sweetness that light tomato taste. I thought they were the right choice as they were helping to cleanse the pallet amid the bite.

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Sesame roll was nice but the bread wasn’t the highest quality so next time I’m gonna go for a better one. Toasted it brought a very nice crunchyness and flavour.

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The bit that I messed up was the aioli. I added too much garlic, thankfully me and my girlfriend love garlic so it wasn’t as big of an issue for us but even then I would have preferred a lighter note from that ingredient. The jalapeno was sadly not felt at all. Lost in between the strong garlic there wasn’t any of the relish acidity feel in the burger and I would have loved to balance it out with the other ingredients. Next time maybe just put them with the tomatoes.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 11/10

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My girlfriend built me a bar on the balcony so enjoying the burger with a nice view makes home even better.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I love experimenting with food and I’m extra happy when they work out. I haven’t seen this anywhere else so I was really happy that I managed to pull it off

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Glad I’m not a vampire

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Since recently I was impressed with one of the special burgers in Patty and Bun decided to bring a friend there and try one of the more classic staples in the menu. I was very surprised and delighted by the previous burger The Duke so I was pretty excited to try something else.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? –7/10

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I came with very high expectations this time for Patty and Bun and I have to admit I was slightly disappointed compared to the previous experience I had there.

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Burger size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat was well cooked, it was exactly medium rare and juicy. I can’t say though it had the same fulfilling flavour like the last one. The taste of the beef was not as great there weren’t too many spices or preparation to accentuate the taste. On the other hand it was a very light taste which went well with the overall Spanish theme of the burger. I would of certainly proffered more Iberian flavours inside the burger to bring the taste to a new level.

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The sobrassada was the main attraction. It was providing that light spiciness to the burger and a typical Spanish taste. My only critique is the amount. I would of certainly preferred more of it so it could really accentuate the pork sausage taste. It felt a bit more like a chilli paste than the one of the spreadable sausage. The pickled onions were playing very well with it to be honest. The acidity and raw flavour of the onions was the right direction that made your taste buds get excited in different directions

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Compared to the last time the lettuce could of been felt more and it was crispy which I really appreciated. It brought that earthy taste so it was for sure the correct green for the recipe. I can’t say the same about the tomato. It was slightly tough and didn’t have the strong flavour you would want. A few cherry tomatoes or a nice big juicy beef tomato would of been prefect.

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There are plenty of great Spanish cheeses that would of themed the recipe so much more and would of been a better fit than the general processed cheddar cheese they used. First it wasn’t enough and you couldn’t feel it among the other strong flavours. Even the slightly bland patty was covering its taste.

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Mayo and ketchup is a classic. I would of used slightly more acidic ketchup and a bit less compared to the sweet one that was used. But on the other hand the sweetness was going in the right direction with the lightly smoked mayo so I can’t say I’m disappointed. Mayo and ketchup are classics on a burger and they are always good, it can be just a bit better.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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As per usual the fries were really nice. They helped cleanse the pallet and were really tasty. The smoky mayo they are served with helps a lot for the great experience with the fries.

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This time I had a nice Shapeshifter IPA which is nice hoppy and fruity ale to compliment such a burger so I do recommend it.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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This was a nice recipe I haven’t seen anywhere else. It could be improved and play more with the Spanish theme but it was good.

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Almost Spanish

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Going to Mooshies was certainly inspired by the idea of giving benefit of the doubt to vegan burgers. I like vegan food, but I think there is place and a time for it. Don’t try to mask it as a burger and be honest, I’m not 4 years old so you would have to trick me to eat veggies. Ok maybe I’m, but that is not the point…

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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One of the reasons I went to try out a Vegan burger was because of a foodie video. It was featuring “pulled” Jackfruit as a vegan substitute for pulled pork. Mooshies was one of the burger places that was offering this interesting experience and I had to try it at least once. It is safe to say that I was not “fooled” by the jackfruit… good try vegans but not today. Non the less this was a pretty nice take

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So, to clarify I think this was more of a burger than a sandwich since it was missing the typical “burger like” patty similar to the other burger I tried. But for the sake of the round bread and the burger place lets call it a burger. The jackfruit was dripping with BBQ sauce, so you instantly get that association with pulled pork. The texture was almost there although slightly “mushier” (get it?) than pork. Where every meat eater would be lost by this imitation is the taste and fattiness of pork. There are some flavours which are very specific and pulled pork is one of those. It had a lot of spices and it certainly was going for its own thing but when my eyes were seeing pork but not tasting it… I din’t like it

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Compared to the other burger it was certainly more in the right direction. The flavours were well balanced. The sweetness of the pulled jackfruit balanced with the acidity and bitterness of the cabbage in the slaw. I would have actually loved a bit more zestiness, it would of brought up the cabbage even more and collided well with the sweetness of the fruit. The slaw was certainly different due to the lack of mayo and it simply felt kind of plain. Sorry lack of real mayo.

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The brioche was an appropriate choice since it was complimenting nicely the already sweet core of the burger. The seeds on the bun were ok but I think they were simply there for the edgy experience rather than being part of the recipe.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger joint has nice selection of Pale Ales but the fries weren’t mesmerising they tasted kind of  green/uncooked. Seating also not very suitable for large people like myself keep in mind

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I can’t say I wasn’t intrigued until my last bite about how will the burger joint surprise me. This is a unique experience and there was another burger that was certainly much better. Not every day you eat a fully vegan burger that tries to be the regular thing and gets close.

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A Mushy Patty

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I was asked to review a Vegan burger. And looking for a good joint I ended up at Mooshies. A burger joint that specialises in “not a burger” burgers. I know some people don’t think vegan burgers are actually burgers since they lack the classic core of a burger and I would agree but from a culinary point of view I was interested in what vegan cooks have come up with.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Being vegan means limiting the pallet of flavours available to you. That is why if I end up having an amazing vegan dish I praise it a lot because it has found a difficult way to make something unique and tasty. Sadly I can’t say that about “What’s UR Beef?”

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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My beef is none and that is the biggest problem. What is your beef takes a very classic burger recipe but instead of a nice beef burger you are welcomed by a quinoa and black bean patty. It is delicious but the two ingredients are not strong enough to form a centrepiece of a burger.

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As a cheese lover the only thing I would say is… No. Sorry vegans but you are missing something great and you can’t convince me otherwise.

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So going back to the regular veggies of the burger I have to admit they are different. You don’t have the meat taste so suddenly you can feel the lettuce and gherkins actively shining across each bite.

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The caramelised onions tend to be a perfect addition to a burger if you ask me but they lacked something to latch on. You don’t have the meat to accentuate the onions or a good cheese to push the acidity and sweetness so suddenly you feel much more that general jam taste because there isn’t anything to compliment it properly.

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One of the biggest problems with the burger was the enormous amount of mustard which has no other strong flavours to clash with and hence dominates every single bite. I like bread, salad and mustard but with less we can certainly balance the taste more

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger joint has nice selection of Pale Ales but the fries weren’t mesmerising they tasted kind of  green/uncooked. Seating also not very suitable for large people like myself keep in mind

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I can’t say I wasn’t intrigued until my last bite about how will the burger joint surprise me. This is a unique experience and there was another burger that was certainly much better. Not every day you eat a fully vegan burger that tries to be the regular thing and gets close.

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I don’t have a beef.

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So I have a Patty and Bun joint next to work. Years ago I tried it before I started this blog and I wasn’t impressed and I was constantly postponing trying it and reviewing it. It is safe to say I was very impressed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This is one of those burgers which were amazing in taste. you could feel almost every ingredient. The negatives are pretentious but the overall execution was great hence the high score.

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Burger size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat is great I have to say it is for sure one of the best I’ve tried in the London area and it was as good as the Scottish ones I tend to be a fan of. Through every bite you could feel the beef it wasn’t overwhelming and it was very nicely spiced. Having so many strong ingredients and pulling such a strong taste is difficult so props to that.

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The bacon is how I like it not too crispy and you can feel the pork nicely. My only critique is that I would chop it so it is more easy to bite through. The juicy bacon added to the greasiness of the burger and you all no I like soggy burgers. This one might of been a tad too soggy but I rarely love the bacon in the burger as much so thank you.

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The cheese was a lot as it should be. It was quite greasy but you could feel it in every bite. The fact that I could pick it off the wrap was great it means it is in the right amount. A strong vintage cheddar as the one they use is always a good choice whenever you have so many powerful ingredients and it simply balances out.

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Silverskin Pickled Onion Jam… yes. I’ve said it multiple times but this is one of the best sweet relishes you can put on a burger and it didn’t disappoint. Onions are great for any burger just because they go so well with the meat but when you make it the jam suddenly the cheeses explode and compliment it perfectly

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My only comment is about the lettuce. With so much grease it is soggy so you don’t get its crunch and you really can’t feel any of it so either don’t put it at all or put a lot of it in the end so it is fresh and crunchy.

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Mayo is a great sauce base that you can play around with or keep it simple like they did, good choice.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint has a nice selection of sides and chips. The chips were really good they are skin on and in large quantities. If the small burger won’t fill you, they will. They have a rotating beer and have guest beers which is really nice if you like new experiences every time. This once since it was work lunch I didn’t go for an ale but the selection looked nice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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I wouldn’t say there was something very special about the joint except for the fact it is always packed and the burger was really really tasty. It doesn’t have a lot of seating but that is what you get with high in demand place

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It’s Excelenncy

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When I visited GBK I was with someone else which meant try two burgers instead of only one. So after I we tried Moroccan burger an obvious quirky choice was the Greek Lamb. Although similar in concept the burgers were very different

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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First I ate from the Moroccan burger and since I wasn’t overwhelmed I was honestly sceptical about the Greek but boy was I surprised. This burger was really good.

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The burger had:

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The lamb was great. Good quality, it felt fresh and was very tasty. You don’t need a lot of spices to underline lamb’s specific flavour so I really like it when used well in a burger. That was a good example. The problem with lamb is how do you balance the taste

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The courgettes fritti had the same problem as in the previous burger. You could feel the taste of the veggie if you ate the courgette on its own however within a bite the only distinct part was the crunchiness and the taste of the batter.

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I think the success of the burger came to a large extend by the fatty feta they had put in. It was salty and had that typical fresh feta taste which can be pretty powerful and it was. That balanced really well with the strong lamb and it was felt in every bite.

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Rocket is amazing and it goes well with the feta much better combination than the cheddar.

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Similar to the Moroccan burger the pickled onions were helping binding everything together. For every strong flavour there was another one pulling it in a different direction and in this case it was a great triangle between the feta, lamb and the onions. To that experience you could feel (sadly only in few bites) the jalapenos from the hummus. It was that hummus with the bread that was acting as the base for everything and it worked.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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The burger recipe was very interesting especially with that turmeric bun. The burger would of been great with slightly better execution.

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Hellenic Awesomeness

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So I was back in London and was time to go around for a walk and end up at a burger joint for lunch. Luckily when I got hungry there was a Gourmet Burger Kitchen close by so decided to review a tasty burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Previous times I’ve been to GBK I haven’t been very impressed. They always have amazing recipes on paper however the execution is always lacking. The Moroccan was certainly better than others I’ve had but still had the same issue.

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The burger had:

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As per usual lets start with the meat. Even though it was “Moroccan spiced” I couldn’t really feel anything particular about its flavour. It was certainly the other ingredients that ware accentuating the beef flavour. The quality was OK but nothing impressive the beef on its own wouldn’t of been as great if it wasn’t for all the other parts of the recipe.

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The courgettes fritti were something I got hyped. You could feel the taste of the veggie if you ate the courgette on its own however within a bite the only distinct part was the crunchiness and the taste of the batter. It wasn’t bad but was certainly making the burger more heavy without really the need for it.

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The applewood cheddar is one of the best you can put in a burger because of the smoky flavour and distinct taste but please put a bit more so it can be felt especially when you have so many other strong spices like the turmeric or the harrisa mayo. The batter wasn’t helping for revealing its taste. The one bite in which there was extra cheese it was amazing but outside of it it was slightly dissapointing

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Rocket salad is one of the top greens you can put on a burger because when exposed to some oil it really changes its taste to a very meaty like flavour which compliments the burger so well.

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The pickled onions was the sour aspect of the burger that was really binding it all together and balancing it out. I loved it my only critique is that it could of been more because some bites with a lot of batter and meat were loosing their balance.

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Harissa mayo is always a good choice whenever you want to provide a bit more spice to your burger but I would put slightly more harissa into it just so I can accentuate the spices which would of gone so well with the rest of the burger if they were taste was stronger.

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The centerpiece of that burger was certainly the turmeric bun. The taste was amazing it went well with everything and provided a very nice base flavour.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The burger recipe was very interesting especially with that turmeric bun. The burger would of been great with slightly better execution.

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Yellow Bun

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I was back home after a long travel and I needed a burger to review cause I was falling behind slightly. I wasn’t in the mood of leaving home so decided if I can’t bring myself to a burger joint I will make myself a burger. It was a perfect time to experiment with a burger and build upon my last try.

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(I should maybe host a burger tasting at some point)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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This time I didn’t go for a premade patty but made one myself and the cook in me was proud of the basic recipe. This blog post is slightly different as I will put the entire burger recipe for the patty as well.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Lets start with the meat as usual. I overdid it a bit in terms of the size. The patties were about 225 gr. (8oz) which is a bit too much for a burger but in my defense I have big hands and I can’t really measure the size very well. Note taken and I would bring them to 170 gr. (6oz) next time. The meat was medium with slightly crispy outside and pink center I was really proud considering the non ideal methods for cooking a burger. The meat had a lot of flavour since that is the way I like it. I put a lot of ingredients that  highlighted the beef so every bite of it was a separate experience of its own. Look at the recipe for a more detailed explanation. It was a Tesco counter minced meat and it was surprisingly nice quality but certainly not top of the line.

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The more times that I try Emmental cheese the more I like it on a burger. That tangy taste out of it really is distinct and is emphasized by anything sweet in the burger. It melts nicely and whenever you put a substantial amount (like I did, cause I love cheese) you can fight with even strong flavors like onion chutney, pickles or dijon mustard.

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I’ve said it plenty of times but red onion chutney rules for burgers. It adds sweet and sour flavors with the onion punch and it both compliments a lot of ingredients like the beef and cheese and contrasts with pickles. Talking about pickles I think when you have mustard in your burger you can’t go wrong if you put a little gherkin

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The dijon mustard was slightly out of proportion sadly and was overwhelming some of the bites. The pickles were not enough to kill it and even though it was OK it could of been improved substantially.

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As you can see on the photo the bun was slightly over toasted especially on top. If I would change something I would pick up a fresher bread. Toast it on one side only and make sure the sesame seeds are toasted enough to open that amazing flavour

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Home is certainly the best burger joint. Have you tried eating burgers naked? I haven’t, but I should. Only at a place like that you have the freedom to do it. Didn’t prepare fries or any sides as I didn’t believe it was needed considering the size of the burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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I love cooking and preparing something for you and people around you is a great experience IMO. Plus this is a great way to rate my food (semi-objectively). But I wouldn’t call it too quirky.

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Home Sweet Home

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So as I promised a recipe for the homemade burger is coming. This is one of the few times I’ve tried making my own burger. I do love to cook so this was a nice experience I plan on repeating. It would be cool to create a second part of the blog where I talk about the burger recipes I experiment with.

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So I don’t have grill or grill pan. But I have a good pan that I can also put in the oven and that is all you need.

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First the ingredients for the burger:

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We start by dicing the onion and adding it to the meat in a bowl. Add the eggs, oil and all the condiments. Put the bread crumbs and mix all up. You may want to add more bread crumbs if the mixture is too soggy. After you’ve mixed everything well using your hands create 4 burgers that are not to thick.

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Heat the pan. Put the butter, garlic cloves and thyme in between the burgers. Cook  for 1-2 minutes on each side until the side of the burger gets seared and sealed. Put 2-3 slices of emmental cheese on top of the burgers. Take the pan and put it into a preheated 200 C oven for 3-6 minutes depending on how well you want the burger cooked.

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Cut a burger bun in half and toast them on each side in toaster or the oven until they become golden. Put a mustard-mayo mix on each side. Add the pickles. Take the burger and put it on top and finish it off with the chutney on top of the cheese.

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Voila, you have a tasty burger. Tell me if you liked it.

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So as I promised a recipe for the homemade burger is coming. This is one of the few times I’ve tried making my own burger. I do love to cook so this was a nice experience I plan on repeating. It would be cool to create a second part of the blog where I talk… Continue reading Kzmvburgers’ Homemade #2

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While I was on my world trip I had a stop in Gurugram in India. A colleague recommended this burger joint and specifically this monstrosity. Boy was I surprised. The knife on the Photo is a large steak knife and the 300g that were written in the recipe… that is the meat only.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.0/10

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Let’s get clear. Size matters… but not as much as taste. This burger was certainly the biggest I’ve tried but I can’t say the same about the flavour.

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Size: XXL

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The burger had:

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So, this was not a patty like any other. Inside that lamb patty was orgy of several cheeses which had perfectly melted. I can’t say the lamb was the cooked with a perfect balance of spices (Strange considering that all the meat I ad in India was seasoned perfectly with a lot of flavour clashing and balancing out). I think the amount of meat was simply overwhelming but it was good. However, the centrepiece of this meal was certainly the melted cheese (literally the center part of the burger). Since it was quite a bit you could actually feel it in every bite… in some only it. For a cheese lover like me this was a great experience although it could have been better for sure. Sadly I was looking for the jalapenos in every bit but couldn’t really find them, maybe keep them outside of the stuffing next time?

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The coleslaw that was served with it was there more for the mayo and greasing up the bun rather than an amazing taste combination. It brought a nice crunch to every bite together with the lettuce but to be honest I was slightly disappointed.

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I have to admit that the enormous toasted sesame bun was a simple and good uniter to all  these ingredients but  sadly there  wasn’t a lot of play with flavour

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The venue had a selection of classic Indian style sodas and soft drinks which were not for my taste and I don’t think they went well with burger. Non the less the fries were nicely salty and greasy like in grandma’s. Recently I’ve been having a great experience with fries everywhere.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You eat this burger about the experience. You have huge burger that you can barely bite through and after you do you are granted the gift of gods – stringy melted cheese. You don’t come to this burger joint for the high-quality gourmet food, you come here for the messy, fatty experience

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Melted Core

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Was in Salt Lake City and was wondering what should I have for dinner and of course… when in doubt, eat a burger. So I went and ordered from the highest rated burger joint in the area and I was very pleasently surprised by the food

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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This is one of those burgers which sound amazing on recipe yet slightly under perform when served. Non the less I found the burger to be very juicy and delicious and recommend it.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was nice juicy and well spiced. I can’t say it was the highest quality meat but the flavour was there. These were really juicy meaty bites that thankfully weren’t overwhelmed by the other flavours in the burger. In the context of the recipe the beef was great but it can be better especially if the rest of the ingredients had bigger punch

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Pepper jack is popular in the US and I’m sad it isn’t used more in the EU. Because the rest of the ingredients didn’t have a strong flavour you can feel the cheese with the bites which as you know guys I love.

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The guacamole and pico moved the burger from this classic feel to this southern/Mexican cuisine feel. I’ve tried this combination before and went really well with the beef and cheese. My problem was the intensity of those ingredients were not there a good guacamole and pico combination can go a long way in conjuring and explosion in your mouth but sadly it was slightly bland which on the other end really helped the overall balance of the burger.

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The jalapenos felt in the same place as the guac. It was there but certainly didn’t add that pickled spicy feel that you expect.

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The chipotle ranch really managed to compliment the guac and the beef and help greasy up and make the burger more juicy I should certainly give it a try in one of my own recipes.

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Toasted brioche is certainly the right bread for it as it adds that sweetness that compliments the guac and pico.

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All and all a pretty nice burger with a great recipe that could certainly be improved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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I ordered this burger since I couldn’t evaluate thee venue itself. The fries though were really really good. This seems to be a theme in the US, you guys know and love your fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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A very interesting recipe which I would like to give a try back in home.

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Southern in the Midwest

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So I was on a trip to New York so I had to try some burgers in the land that invented them… thank you ‘Murica! Sadly due to events I had to attend and lack of time I couldn’t visit a lot of burger joints. Ted’s is a restaurant that was a recommendation from a colleague as “The best bison burger” in New York so I had to go and give it a try.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Having the opportunity to try Bison  was something I couldn’t miss and seeing the recipe in the menu I was really excited. This is one of the best burgers I’ve tried hands down so here it is

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Size: Large (American Large)

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The burger had:

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This is the first time I’ve tried bison and I was very happy with the flavour. I don’t think it is a surprise that it was very close to beef however slightly more gamy which I think suits a burger much more. Even though there weren’t many spices the meat had a strong accent and was not in any way covered by the rest of the strong ingredients. The meat was good quality wasn’t frozen and very juicy.

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I said it before and I will say it again. Caramelized onions are the best thing to put on a burger. Combined with the bacon it was a great taste explosion. Overall the burger had more of a sweet flavour to it and the bacon just went so well with it. You could feel it along side the other ingredients and complimented the bison.

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The cheese combination was interesting. Blue cheese is one of my favorite add-ons for a burger and even though very powerful in taste it was nicely balanced by the tangy flavour of the gruyer. This is the kind of burger I like – multiple tastes fighting for dominance in on your taste buds. My only critique is that sometimes the cheese was overwhelming some of the other ingredients mostly the bison.

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I thing argula is the best greens you can put on a burger just because of their specific taste. When they have the right amount of oil it really opens this wierd “meaty” flavour which goes well with the rest of a burger, yet you still have that healthy greens.

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The toasted brioche was great and added to that sweetness. It just complimented the burger very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a big old style restaurant, not the typical modern burger joint. They had a big bar and a nice selections of IPAs. I went for the Laguinitas ( I heavily recommend it) .

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The fries were great they helped clear your pallet in between burger bites. They were greasy, salty and tasty. All and all it is a place that is going to impact your cholesterol level but lets face it, this is what you want from a burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t try bison every day and it isn’t as popular in New York (apparently ) compared to other places in the US. I loved the recipe but nothing too quirky with it.

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Grazing on Argula

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While in Sofia several people recommended me the burgers at Crystal. This is a steak house which used to be famous long ago in communist Bulgaria. I was pretty excited to see what they have come up with on the burger menu. This is the second burger I tried there and I was actually more impressed compared to their signature burger. Recipe was simpler but executed much better

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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The simpler recipe of the two I tried in this restaurant is certainly the better executed one. Flavors had a much better balance and that was obvious in every bite.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Suffice to say the beef was very high quality. However I believe because of the chorizo which was part of the patty the meat flavour had a much better accent. Spices from the Spanish sausage infused the patty so well. This is the kind of accent I’m looking when I’m having my burger so good job on that. However the distinct chorizo taste was slightly lacking due to the balance with the meat. Maybe more spices to accentuate the difference between the meats would of made that burger perfect.

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As a cheese lover I was pleasantly surprised with the emmental. Most of the time I’ve had it didn’t have that strong taste but here, it was different. That tangy taste of the emmental was part of every bite. If maybe a thicker slice was added the balance between all the ingredients would of been perfect

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The pickles and the relish sauce were that great acidity to your pallet. They were strong but the meat was certainly compensating for it and the balance was there. And it even had that sweetness though that is the flavour that was most missing from the burger

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The bread was perfect. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, lightly toasted… yes please.

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It is a pricey burger for Sofia but certainly one of the best ones in the city so I do recommend if you are up for the price and want to have a fine dining experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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You are going to have a good time here. Service is nice, ambience is amazing everything is stylish. The only problem is that it has nothing in common with a burger joint. You will get amazing service with delicious fries.

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I would give it a higher score if it had a good beer selection but sadly wine is the specialty of the venue and so far I’m not convinced of the burger/wine combination (maybe I should try it more)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You get sophisticated serving for a greasy burger. Recipe was not unheard of unlike the previous one but the atmosphere really does help for the better experience

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Iberian Sophistication

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While in Sofia several people recommended me the burgers at Crystal. This is a steak house which used to be famous long ago in communist Bulgaria. I was pretty excited to see what they have come up with on the burger menu. Suffice to say I was pretty impressed, they have redesigned it and the overall branding of the restaurant is in its every detail. Lets see if they have that level of detail for their burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This was the steak house and there is another Crystal apparently which is a burger and steak joint (maybe I should try it next time). I don’t think the difference would be massive considering how delighted I was with this burger. All and all I think this is a fantastic recipe that could of been executed slightly better.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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In a steakhouse I expect a lot from the meat especially from high star restaurant like this one. The quality and the preparation did not disappoint. I have to say this is one of the better quality meats I’ve tried . Sadly burger is not a steak and having simply good quality meat won’t cut it… at least for me. You need some more “umph” with the spices. You want to push your patty in certain culinary direction and even though the meat was great I would of hoped for slightly more.

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The cheese had a similar problem with a lot of burgers around. You put cheese as part of the recipe but you don’t balance it correctly according to the ingredients. You could certainly feel the mature cheddar in some bites that were more plain but it wasn’t distinct when you had that juicy tomato and truffle fighting with the sweet onions. Put more or make sure it compliments the ingredients better.

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The overall burger felt very Italian with the argula, tomato, truffle paste and the egg. These are ingredients you will see in south European salads and pasta. The combination between egg and truffle is always amazing . The egg acts as an amazing flavour sponge. I love rocket salad on a burger, I do believe it is a better options for a lot of burgers to lettuce. Somehow argula works really well with oils and grease and accentuates the taste. The overall combination I really loved it is just the cheddar cheese that was slightly off recipe.

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Let me make it crystal clear ( get it? ) the best thing to go with burger are caramelised onions. It can only be good or great. I do believe this is one of the easiest way to add a lot of flavour and balance to a burger.

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The bread was perfect. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, lightly toasted… yes please.

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All and all the burger was really good and I do recommend it although it is a bit pricey for Sofia.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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You are going to have a good time here. Service is nice, ambience is amazing everything is stylish. The only problem is that it has nothing in common with a burger joint. You will get amazing service with delicious fries.

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I would give it a higher score if it had a good beer selection but sadly wine is the speciality of the venue and so far I’m not convinced of the burger/wine combination (maybe I should try it more)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You get sophisticated serving for a greasy burger. You get an interesting recipe and good execution. Yes.

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Shattering Experience

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Back again in Sofia, Bulgaria so I had to come back to the burger place with one of the most interesting recipes I’ve had – Muffin Burger. Burgers on the Road is one of the better burger joints (trucks?) in Sofia. I was excited to try one of their other recipes especially considering that they are one of the few places serving horse burgers. Guess which type of burger did I go for?

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Although it is a food truck and it can move, that is the last place I found them so here is the location:

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Although not too weird this burger does use a recipe I really like. They’ve managed to execute it quite well, although there are few light critiques from my side (almost there guys!)

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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OK, so if you haven’t had horse meat… you should. There is a reason gym bros are crazy about it. It isn’t only delicious but very lean and healthy meat. I believe it has a very specific yet light flavour with which you can play around in any recipe. The meat used by Burgers on the Road is very nice, from my “expertise” I think it isn’t frozen which is a rarity when talking about horse meat. The burger was juicy and although the flavour was there, it could of been slightly more accentuated with few other spices added to the patty.

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My biggest obstruction against the burger is the cheese. I don’t think it is bad but it can be so much better. I mentioned it in the last review for Burgers on the Road but you can’t have strong flavours like onion chutney, full of taste Bulgarian tomato and horse meat and put mild cheddar. I believe the cheese gets lost this way among the rest of the flavours. I would recommend stronger cheddar or maybe light camembert  or a light blue cheese like Stilton.

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Veggies with purpose. Those are the veggies in Bulgaria. Quality is high, flavour is there and they are not in simply for the classic burger recipe. The tomatoes in Bulgaria are among the best you can try. I also believe this is a challenge in balancing a burger’s flavour because you have more and stronger accents to work with when adding other ingredients. Lettuce is great you have the texture but from a recent recipe I tried and loved, why don’t you try shredded lettuce, you can put more and you really can add freshness for the taste buds.

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I believe horseradish is a superb ingredient for almost any kind of red meat. It is difficult to get it wrong. Mellowing it out with mayo and making more greasy is a great move although my preference is to have slightly more horseradish

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The bun was really fresh and tasty, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was nicely toasted.

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I loved it, going back again 100%.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger choice was decent, but you can’t find the recipes everywhere which makes the place very special. It is a food truck and the second time I tried to go it was missing so I would expect them at food festivals in Bulgaria and the Balkans.

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The fires they were serving were actually homemade chips (crisps for the UK people) and were really delicious. Quite greasy so keep in mind if it isn’t your thing.

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They had a very good choice of beer including some pale ales which I think are the perfect choice for any burger.

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Recommended ale: Sierra Nevada

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Although Sierra Nevada is a bit more on the sweet, caramel taste and it goes well with the burger, to cleanse your pallet I would go with a more bitter option if available.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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Very few places have fresh horse meat especially for a burger. The overall recipe is not shocking but the choice of meat really makes a difference.

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A Galloping experience

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Tonic is one of those places in Dundee where you can get a large variety of burgers with the quirkiest meats. Long time ago I had a crocodile burger. I loved it and was excited to review it but burgers were out, so I settled for Zebra. Let’s face it you don’t have zebra every day especially in the UK

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Tonic is quirky and let me tell you why

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So I don’t think it would be to anyone’s surprise, but  the Zebra had a taste very similar to horse. Now since there are no zebras in Scotland ( wow shocker ) the meat was frozen, sadly you could feel it. From what I sense the burgers are ready, so they are not adding additional spices and that could be felt. Maybe be frozen minced meat more spices could be added to accentuate the zebra flavour but lets not be too picky we are here for the weird meat that you can’t find anywhere. Although lean meat and flavourful like the horse one the zebra has slightly gamier taste.

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Now If you ask me stilton blue cheese is one of the best things you can have on a burger especially with other strong flavours especially the zebra in this case. The combination was nice. It was going to be even better if the meat was properly spiced.

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With the blue cheese another ingredient that from experience go well with it is onion chutney or caramelized onions. The way the taste balances is really perfect, and you always have those strong flavours fighting for dominance in you mouth.

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I couldn’t really feel the bacon dust so maybe add more or put crunchy bacon and combine it with melted blue cheese ( I should try that myself )

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Last time I had the pretzel bun it was certainly fresher. I love the texture and the salty accent it is a type of bun that can be used more and really integrated with the recipe. This one can use some work but still good

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Tonic’s fries are nothing special can’t really get excited about the, but on the other hand you can’t go wrong with IPA or cocktails. I recommend a nice IPA with a burger… always. It is an overall lively place but considering the burgers and hot dogs they offer I would expand the craft ale list. They really compensate with variety of burger combinations and I really like how they structure their menu ( although I liked tailored menus rather than pick and choose)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Talking about quirky, lets face it, you don’t have meats like crocodile, kangaroo, ostrdige, buffalo etc. every day especially out of their region. So, if you want to go quirky with a burger that is the place.

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Zebralicious

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When in Edinburgh, eat Bread Meats Bread. Even when it is slightly unsuccessful Burger with a Korean twist.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This burger was certainly something you don’t try every day. The kimchi poutine in the venue is amazing but somehow the burger didn’t have the same success.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This is the first time I haven’t been excited about the beef patty. Not sure if it was the combination of ingredients or the patty itself but something was missing. It was still a good quality meat but it didn’t have the spices to push through that beef flavour and it was very plain.

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This was one of those times where cheese is put on the burger for the sake of it. It isn’t typical for BMB but this time the cheese was barely felt, there was no punch except for the bites with less kimchi.

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Let’s talk about the kimchi. When served with a lot of sauces in a poutine it is great soft and adds that tasty sour punch, In this case it was cold and was missing some of the flavour. The spiciness in combination with the sriracha mayo adds the right amount of hot.

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The egg is an interesting add to the recipe and in combination with the kimchi it goes in an experimental direction but it was way to plain for my taste. I would add few spices or cook it with a more flavourful oil.

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The burger is not bad you can taste the end idea of the recipe. But the execution was certainly sub par. Even good burger chains have not so great burgers.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a burger joint that doesn’t offer only burgers. If you have a large stomach like myself I would always recommend grabbing a small poutine with the burger. You simply can’t go wrong and it is a unique side that you don’t see elsewhere.
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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I can’t say this is the weirdest burger I’ve eaten especially in BMB but the place is different from your everyday burger joints.

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Korean twist

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Baba G’s make one of the best and quirkiest burgers in London. It is safe to say I was excited to go back there for a taste of their Indian style. As I expected I wasn’t disappointed with the burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This burger is vert similar to the Naga Deli I tried in the burger joint however it is has a more complex recipe. The balance was there but wasn’t as perfect and I think with a slightly better execution this burger can certainly hit a 10/10

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The burger had:

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The patty was as complex as the previous one I had. It is a patty which is very different from the other burger joints since there are ingredients like coriander, cumin and chilly which really push the meat flavour in a quirky direction. It is light to medium spicy ( although recently a friend told me it is too spicy for some pallets ) . You can really fell the taste from the lamb and the spices really exaggerate the flavour in a perfect way. My only comment is this time the patty was slightly dry (that is how we push for the 10/10 )

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The onion bhaji really reminds you of a burger with some kind of potatoes. They really provide that texture. The taste however is very different. The last time the onion had a stronger sensation which I liked this time the tasty batter had the accent. The balance between the two would of been the perfect favour

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Lets talk about the sauces because I believe they really manage to pull the experience in a different direction. The riatha with its yogurt base is a perfect addition to any lamb in my opinion and really manages to soften the taste of the chilli it is a perfect sauce for that burger.
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As stated before. This is one of the best buns you can have on a burger because it isn’t simply a meat holder but rather a part of the recipe. Sadly this time the seeds didn’t have that specific taste, maybe it matters how fresh they are. The grilled bun wasn’t getting soggy and still had that great crunch though.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The burger joint is at a great location. It is a small shack serving great burgers and the fries are pretty good. Although to be honest it is the sauces that come with them that make them great. Fries themselves are definitely something that can be improved.

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Beverage: Beaver Town’s Gamma Ray

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For this burger, I would recommend the “Gamma Ray” pale ale. It is clearing the pallet perfectly for the next bite although I think a hoppier ale would go even better.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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In terms of quirkiness it is as good as it gets. All the burgers have an Asian twist and the experience is a must try.  I’m pretty amazed how they managed to put typical  spices and flavours from the eastern part of the world into a food that is so western in its origin. These are among the most innovative recipes in the burger world and I heavily recommend them.

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A Crazy Recipe

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Shakeshack is a place I’ve been called to review for a while. So as I was looking for lunch in the area there it was. A greasy burger is always welcome. It isn’t a gourmet burger but one that will satisfy that comfort junk food urge.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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Shakeshack in my mind is very similar to FiveGuys as a burger chain. You don’t get a gourmet burger but and you shouldn’t expect the quality of the ingredients to be similar to one. It is the quality fast food place.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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Since my Scottish trip I’ve gotten used to good quality beef and this one although good is certainly not among the top patties I’ve tried. It was the best thing about the burger it was well seasoned and juicy. I missed that punchy beef taste.

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The mushroom patty is effectively a deep fried portbello mushroom. I love mushrooms and I love them on burger but it is easy to screw up. The deep frying really removed that flavour from the mushroom and you could only feel it if that was the only thing in your bite. The best thing about it was the chewy texture and the batter was tasty and was giving most of the taste

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Maybe because of the lack of punch from the other ingredients but the cheddar had a strong flavour and was well melted. It really went well with the burger and wasn’t there just for the recipe.

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As in most locations in the UK the tomato wasn’t any good. It is bland on the taste and has only part of the punch a good fresh tomato has. The lettuce provided that nice texture and went really well with the sauce so props to that.

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The ShakSauce was a hit it had a mayo base, spices and something else I couldn’t figure out really. It went well with the rest of the ingredients

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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A regular burger joint. The fries were amazing though so I recommend them. They had a good choice of milkshakes for the lovers but the beer choice is not what I expect from a burger joint. But I have to say that the recommended ShakeShak beer is not half bad.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3//10

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I can’t say there was something quirky about the experience

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Greasy junk food

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So it was long time since I’ve tried a Byron and I knew I had to review one. I wasn’t as excited as for Bread Meats Bread since previous times I’ve been here burgers have been mediocre but they were due a proper review. Boy was I surprised.  Even though I had an absolute classic I was amazed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Whenever there isn’t a burger in the menu that catches my eye I try to fallback to classics. Since I’m a cheesemonger I would always go for a cheeseburger in a situation like that. As mentioned I wasn’t expecting a lot due to mediocre previous experience but I was quite amazed. This is was a very simple and well executed cheese burger. The reason I’m not giving it a 10/10 is because when I’m trying something that simple I expect it to be exceptional in its own way and even though this was a very tasty burger it isn’t there.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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When in Scotland… eat beef cause it is f***ing amazing. From the chain restaurants I’ve been to- Honest, Byron, GBK, Shake Shack (upcoming) I think this was the best beef patty I’ve had so far. It was well seasoned, juicy full of flavour even though it had to conform to Scottish law.

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Not sure what type of cheese this is but it was similar to American cheddar in terns of taste and looks. It was thick enough to make a cheese lover like me happy. Every bite you had that classic cheeseburger taste that I miss from so many burgers now days because they don’t get the balance right like this one

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Can I just say that if there is iceberg in my burger from now on I would like it shredded, please. It keeps an interesting texture yet it is easy to bite and very flavourful. It  goes amazing with the onions and for a bit more acidity the pickles hit the right spot.

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Last but not least the sauces. They weren’t overwhelming and they were helping hint all the ingredients. American mustard gave that authentic feel and the Byron sauce was like a light siracha-mayo and both really bound everything together.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Fries aren’t anything special that you would want to come back for but they will fill your mouth and cleans your pallet in between pallets. Combined with an easy going draft pale ale you are sure to go back home happy.  Nothing amazing and outstanding but you can always come back for a good meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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This is a simple gourmet burger/diner joint. You won’t get anything too quirky out of here except maybe for some of the monthly burgers.

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Proper Cheeseburger

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When going back to Scotland I’m always excited about Bread Meats Bread. It is simply the best place for burgers in the UK in my humble opinion. Was happy to find out that they have new addition

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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As usual the award-winning burger joint didn’t disappoint. This time I went for a burger I’ve never had. Slightly later I realised that the salad base was very similar to the Lamborghini one that I had hence I prepared myself for some taste explosion.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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In a Scottish burger the first thing you talk about is the Scottish beef. It is simply f-ing good. The quality is great it is spiced and even though by law and recipe in this case it is cooked until well done they still managed to make it juicy. This is among the best beef I’ve had in a burger. Then comes the salami which kind of weights in on that meaty flavour and certainly is one of the flavours that makes the burger feel heavy. I’m not sure on my opinion for it though. I had a nostalgia hit by the salami taste and yet it felt
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Talking about a Spartan theme, nothing screams Greek like halloumi cheese. This grilled chewy goodness went really well with the already heavy feel of the burger. It certainly added to the theme of the burger and let’s face it, grilled halloumi always tastes good.

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Now, lets talk about the second cheese and the salad which continued the Balkan spirit of the burger. Tomatoes, cucumber and feta cheese, these three make a typical Balkan salad which you can find anywhere in the region, they go really well together, and they go well with meat. Sadly, I can’t say I was impressed with the quality of the vegetables. Tomato and cucumber were kind of bland and the cheeses flavor was overwhelming them.

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We need to finish with the spicy and sauces. The chillies and the harrisa mayo added that right level of spicy to the mix without being overwhelming similar to the Lamborghini .

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a burger joint that doesn’t offer only burgers. If you have a large stomach like myself I would always recommend grabbing a small poutine with the burger. You simply can’t go wrong and it is a unique side that you don’t see elsewhere.
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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I can’t say this is the weirdest burger I’ve eaten especially in BMB but the place is different from your everyday burger joints.

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Leonidas would be proud

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So I was back in Scotland and the challenge was how many burgers can I eat for two days and not get my arteries clogged. Years go I had one of my best burger experiences in a burger joint in Dundee, The Boozy Cow. You are served in a huge tray with kitchen rolls on the side and a lot of sauces. The objective is to get yourself dirty and happy and have a beer while you are doing it. Guess what I did when I found out there is a Boozy Cow in Edinburgh?

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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This is a very different burger from what you would have normally mainly because of the patty. The overall execution was really good!

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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Deer God! How often do you have venison? Not often enough I think. I love the taste. It is a well done, juicy patty that has a heavy, slightly gamy meat punch. It is a flavour of meat you certainly don’t have every day. I’ve had better venison in my life but since the meat is so good an rare to get your hand on it you need to appreciate it every time. The bacon was good and tasty but and it went OK with the patty but it was the only ingredient I would challenge in the recipe. Next time I might try it without any.

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To balance strong tastes, you need other strong tastes and the blue cheese is exactly that. I would say that it is even slightly underused but overall the combination of moldy, stinky cheese and gamy meat is amazing. I realize it is not for everyone but you have the right to be wrong. To continue with the punches for your taste buds lets talk about the relish. That pickled red cabbage is the perfect salad for the venison meat. It even goes well with the cheese strangely enough. Combine that with the sweet and acidic onions and you get a really nice salad base for a burger like this.

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My only critique would be the lettuce and tomato I think the tomato could have been omitted. I know I’m picky about the veggies used but they can really ruin a bite if the taste is not what you expect. In this case I think sticking with the lettuce only might be a good choice unless you try it with a good quality
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My last critique is the lack of sauces and juiciness in the overall burger. Even good quality mayo as part of the recipe would have been great. Non the less this is an amazing burger that is a must try.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Boozy cow is one of the smaller burger chains in Scotland but they do offer a variety of beers and very very interesting set of milkshakes and cocktails. Also the fires are pretty decent and having them on a pile in a tray helps with the messy burger experience.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It isn’t every day that you have venison and it isn’t every day that is in such a good recipe. This is a place where you can certainly find different burgers and different experiences when you come so I recommend it.

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Deer God!

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I was showing this burger to a friend who likes simple burgers so decided to give it a second try myself.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I was passing by and decided to try the absolute classic from Bleeker’s Burgers… a cheeseburger. Especially considering I didn’t like the blue cheese from the previous burger I tried I was hoping I can find the better recipe.  And I was right!

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The size: Small

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The burger had:

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With a simple burger like this one we need to start with the patty as I believe it would be its centrepiece. Between my two visits nothing has really changed (consistency is good) and as per the last review, I can’t really complain too much about the meat. Yes, I’ve certainly had higher quality meats in a burger, better spiced ones, but non-the less this was a really good beef. Certainly, beats all the fast food burgers you can find everywhere. But just as last time, when you are giving me something with a simple recipe I expect top quality products and that wasn’t exactly the taste.

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Lettuce was crunchy, and onions added the acidity the burger needed, it really felt like a classic burger. I expressed my preference for caramelised onions to fresh ones, but I guess it really depends on the taste buds.

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Let’s face it I had basically the same burger in Bleecker’s but with cheddar instead of blue cheese. I have to see that cheddar is certainly the right way to order a burger from this joint. It is potent enough and because the burger is so simple you can properly feel the cheddar.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you have a good variety for a place like this. They have nice small selection of drinks I believe fits their menu quite well. Especially the Stone IPA I recommend it. Fries could be ordered as a mix of skin on, sweet and basic and they were really nice but were the more filling part of the burger/fries combo.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Basic quality junk food burger.

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Simple

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Colleagues hyped up Bleecker burgers as a great joint to have the food of gods so I decided to go try them. I was surprised by their approach in this time of gourmet burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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So I was very surprised by the simplicity of the burgers they serve. In the case of simple burgers I expect very high quality ingredients. You want to heavily emphasize the taste of each of the ingredients and make your burger remarkable this way. The burger was OK but I was slightly disappointing.

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The size: Small

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was certainly the best part of the burger. It was juicy and tasty sadly when I compare it with the best meats I’ve had on burgers it didn’t stack up. It could of had more flavor from spices but I have to admit the meat quality was good. End of the day that is its centerpiece

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The blue cheese was a slight disappointment. You expect to get that moldy taste and mellow it out with the rest of the ingredients however in this case  the blue cheese had a very light taste. I guess it kind of worked out with the light taste of the meat but it simply wasn’t my thing.

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The crunchiness from the onions and lettuce were welcomed and really helped with the feel of the bites. Can’t say it is the best salad I had in a burger but it kind of worked. My personal preference would of been if the onions were glazed or fried.

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The  mayo really helped for the juicy bites and I appreciated it but it wasn’t anything special.

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Bun wasn’t impressive it was soggy and I believe it should be slightly more toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you have a good variety for a place like this. They have nice small selection of drinks I believe fits their menu quite well. Especially the Stone IPA I recommend it. Fries could be ordered as a mix of skin on, sweet and basic and they were really nice but were the more filling part of the burger/fries combo.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Basic quality junk food burger.

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Quality fast food

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Before I started my quest for the perfect burger and I was still randomly trying burger joints Porky was one of the first and really good burgers I’ve tried. Decided to go back to give it a full fledged review. Sadly I didn’t find it as great whether the current chef did something bad or I didn’t have anything to compare it to back in the day, I don’ know. Non the less it is a pretty decent burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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While I was trying an old favorite we ordered this one to split. It looked like a heart attack in a bun and it felt like it. If you were there for a gluttonous burger that is it if you were there for an exquisite taste, maybe not

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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It is all about the meat and the possibility of heart attack. Similar to the other burger I had the beef patty was a decent one however you couldn’t really fell much of the taste in between all the other strong flavors.
\nThe beef ribs is what really added to the beef taste and that was the overwhelming taste in the burger. Porky’s are famous for the BBQ and they did deliver but I can’t keep thinking how well could it be if it is properly balanced. The BBQ sauce was what really made it special but because of the ingredients it really felt like you are eating ribs in a bun more than a burger.
\nAs you can imagine at a place like this the bacon was top notch but again it was it and the ribs that made the whole experience not the burger.

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Tomato was added for the supposed complimentary flavor but when it is among as much meat it is a thin slice it is barely noticeable. if you had a nice thick slice of a good quality tomato it would of worked perfectly.

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I liked the slaw in terms of the texture, it added that crispiness to the bite and the acidity was trying to balance out all the other flavors but I’ve certainly had better ones.

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I respect the fact there was no cheese in the burger. If you won’t feel it, don’t put it, good choice.

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The deep fried pickles were an interesting add. It really pushes your arteries to their limits. I can’t say it was the tastiest ingredient but it had its specific heavy taste that went very well with the rest of the massacre. Sadly when you deep fry the pickle you loose from its acidity but somehow it worked.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you will always leave Porky’s BBQ stuffed. The selection of burgers is decent but they do have a rotating burger ( expect a review of one of these soon ) The selection of beers is average, sadly there weren’t great pale ales to combo with my burger s

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Want a heart attack? Go there.

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Closer to a heart attack

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Before I started my quest for the perfect burger and I was still randomly trying burger joints Porky was one of the first and really good burgers I’ve tried. Decided to go back to give it a full fledged review. Sadly I didn’t find it as great whether the current chef did something bad or I didn’t have anything to compare it to back in the day, I don’ know. Non the less it is a pretty decent burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Porky’s burger was a heavy meaty burger. It would satisfy any hungry carnivore. However there were few bits and pieces that could of been improved.

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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The meat is certainly the centerpiece of this burger. The beef patty was tasty and made of good quality meat. But due to the heavy flavor of the pulled pork and the bacon you could barely feel it. I would recommend more spices to push that beef taste and balance it out.
\nThe pulled pork is one of the best I’ve tried on a burger, Porky’s BBQ live up to their name. I would of loved a more saucy version of it but the flavor was so pure I can overlook it.
\nThe bacon was difficult to bite through although it was making your taste buds explode. The punch was the good and the bad, with so much pork taste it is very difficult to show the beef flavor in a burger and you either need more sauces or more spices to push the flavor out. Meat quality was there, balance really wasn’t.

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The cheddar was one of those situations where a slice of cheese is placed in the middle of the burger so you can say there is cheese. But you can’t really feel its presence especially with all that meat. You either need much more or need a stronger cheese.

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The buns were more of a burger holder rather than being a part of the recipe.

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All and all I though it was going to be more of an 8 or 8.5 burger but sadly it was a bit underwhelming

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you will always leave Porky’s BBQ stuffed. The selection of burgers is decent but they do have a rotating burger ( expect a review of one of these soon ) The selection of beers is average, sadly there weren’t great pale ales to combo with my burger s

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Tables, nice choice of food, good sides, American bar/diner atmosphere. It ain’t bad but there wasn’t anything special nor for the join nor for burger.

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Mmm..eaty

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Smugglers was the last burger joint I visited in Sofia, Bulgaria. I had one of the tastiest burgers in the region and I really recommend the location.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I decided to try the Smuggler’s Burger. It looks like signature one yet it has standard gourmet burger with twist. I need to say it now. I believe this is one of the best burgers of had. It is fairly simplistic in its recipe but everything tastes great, it is high quality and the balance is almost perfect. With burgers of score nine and above I’m always going to confirm my rating at least one more time… For Science!

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The burger had:

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Beef patty was amazing, it wasn’t falling into the pitfall of other Bulgarian burger joints and it was full of spices and well grilled to be full of flavour. This is exactly what you expect from a nice beef burger. Now this strong taste wasn’t masking the bacon or the other way around. The bacon was tasty, salty and very delicious adding a great balance between beef and pork. It was easy to chew and very tasty.

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The mayo was keeping the simplicity intact yet keeping your burger bites juicy. Normally you don’t but in this case you could feel the smoke in the mayo and that is because of the classic flavoured ingredients.

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The cheddar was one of the few examples I’ve tried recently where it was the right amount. A nice red cheddar that was slightly melted and had full flavour through each bite.

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Onion jam was a great addition, every time I’ve had it on a burger I haven’t been disappointed. You get to balance out acidity sweetness and that lovely onion flavour in one place. Not sure if it is a chutney or a jam recipe ( apparently there was a difference) but the blend with the other tastes was amazing.

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And as I’ve mentioned before the white bun was really good. Crunchy on the outside soft on the inside and slightly toasted. I think it is a better choice than a brioche bun due to it’s plainness.

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I’m not saying anything bad about the burger. It was delicious from a lot of aspects, however I didn’t have that special moment from that one bite while eating it (I’ll revisit that as I said). That is why I’m staying away from the 10 for now.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It has a typical diner atmosphere and this is atypical for Bulgaria so props for the classic style.

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The fries were good they had herbs and parmesan cheese so they were really tasty but it was more the combination of the addons then the fries themselves that made the side delicious.

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Sadly the selection of beers and ales is not numerous and I didn’t get one because  I couldn’t find one that would fit the taste. However, they do have good milkshakes which is a classic drink with your burger. I recommend them.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you have a recipe like  that for a burger. Is it quirky yes, is it tasty yes. I would go back to try the other burgers!

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Back to good ol’ basics

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Smugglers was the last burger joint I visited in Sofia, Bulgaria. I had one of the tastiest burgers in the region and I really recommend the location.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was the second unique and weird recipe I tried in Bulgaria. I was really interested in the combination the moment I saw it in the menu and it didn’t disappoint. The Central American twist was an interesting experience and a very tasty one with that.

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The burger had:

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Smuggler’s Mexican burger had one of the tastiest beef patties in Bulgaria. It was right on spot. Juicy, well flavored, nicely spiced and good quality meat. What else do you mean? Apparently peppers, I’m a sucker for them so I really appreciated it. They asked me how I want my burger and I said medium, which every burger place should do… but I believe this burger should be served well done.

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The centerpiece of this burger was the… Guacamole. Lets face it this has almost all the ingredients of a guacamole. I’m surprised they didn’t have the red onions. The guacamole accent was interesting and it was getting it’s acidity from the jalapenos which were one of the best balanced in terms of flavor and punch chilies I’ve tried in a while.
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The cheese is a really famous addition to your guacamole and meat in the Mexican food. Although this was a mild cheddar you could actually feel its specific taste but I would say… maybe a bit more?

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And yes, let’s not forget the bun. One of the best breads I’ve had for a burger. It had that typical fresh white bread taste with a very crunchy exterior. The mayo was a nice soak and complimented all the ingredients. I loved it!

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I loved that Mexican touch to the burger recipe. It was a tasty experience but certainly a quirky one. It’s not your typical burger. Not every day you have guacamole on your burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It has a typical diner atmosphere and this is atypical for Bulgaria so props for the classic style.

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The fries were good they had herbs and parmesan cheese so they were really tasty but it was more the combination of the addons then the fries themselves that made the side delicious.

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Sadly the selection of beers and ales is not numerous and I didn’t get one because  I couldn’t find one that would fit the taste. However, they do have good milkshakes which is a classic drink with your burger. I recommend them.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you have a recipe like  that for a burger. Is it quirky yes, is it tasty yes. I would go back to try the other burgers!

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Holy Guacamole

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During my last trip in Sofia I was dedicated to find more burger joints to try. Accidentally visiting Puzzl co-working spaces I encountered a food truck serving burgers. I love food trucks, I love burgers, I was hungry so it was perfect match. Burgers on the Road was a very different burger joint especially for Sofia and the experience didn’t disappoint. Although my cover was blown by a friend of mine I believe they are a really good burger joint.

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Although it is a food truck and it can move, that is the last place I found them so here is the location:

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger is called Muffin and it does have that sweet twist to it which I love. A nice play of name and taste. I really liked the burger and most of all the recipe although I believe the execution can be better.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. I love horse meat, it is lean and very tasty I recommend if you haven’t tried it. This is the first time I’ve had horse burger and it was very well executed. Normally I have problem with the meat in Bulgaria, it is good quality but not very well spiced and grilled, this wasn’t the case. It had its distinct punch and taste and you can always feel the horse meat through every bite. Very good job. The bacon was tasty, originally in the recipe it said it was crispy however this one wasn’t. It was a good chunk and tasted great but it was quite thick so made some of the bites more difficult and wasn’t easy to balance your bites so to say. I think a crunchy bacon would of added a bit more texture to the burger.  All and all the meat was great.

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The peanut butter and the blueberry jam was an amazing combination it had that slightly sweet punch but the specific taste of the peanut butter really made the burger. It balanced out perfectly with the meat and if the other two ingredients were perfect I think the burger would of gone for the 10.

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The cons of the burger was the cheddar you couldn’t feel it too much across the intense ingredients. Maybe thicker slice of mature cheddar or a light blue cheese would of gone perfectly with the peanut butter, jam and the meat. I rarely get good cheese balance in burgers and I find more and more that it is a difficult balance to struck.

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The jalapenos were the perfect relishy finish for the burger however these ones didn’t have a lot of host spicy taste hence the punch was missing. The sourness was good but with maybe a better quality jalapenos your taste buds would explode from all the flavors.

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I loved it and I’m excited to come back and try another one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger choice was decent, but you can’t find the recipes everywhere which makes the place very special. It is a food truck so during winter seating is not the best but these are the pros and cons of a burger truck. During summer it should be amazing.

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The fires they were serving were actually homemade chips (crisps for the UK people) and were really delicious. Quite greasy so keep in mind if it isn’t your thing.

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They had a very good choice of beer including some pale ales which I think are the perfect choice for any burger.

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Recommended ale: Sierra Nevada

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Although Sierra Nevada is a bit more on the sweet, caramel taste and it goes well with the burger, to cleanse your pallet I would go with a more hoppy option if available.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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As I’ve mentioned before I love quirky burgers and the Muffin was exactly that. I’ve had a peanut butter burger only once before and I adored the combination. Horse meat is not something you encounter every day and it was a great addition. It is their own recipe, haven’t seen one like that, so it is certainly a unique experience. I heavily recommend it.

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A unique recipe

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Skaptoburgers was a venue that was quite hyped for me by friends from Sofia. I was eager to try one of their burgers and give it a rating, the expectations were high but I was slightly disappointed. I will go back eventually for another burger and another review and rather from the Skaptobara to the full fledged burger place, Skaptoburgers. That might of been my mistake

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I’m excited that there are so many new places in Sofia that I can explore during my next visits.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger was called Cheesus and it looked quite large and tasty and it was. Sadly I encountered the same problems I’ve seen in other burger places in Bulgaria.

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Size: Large

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All and all this is a very classic burger ( compared to the trendy burger recipes ) that has a very american style feel and taste

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the meat. The main trend I see in burgers and was visible with this one was great quality meat that isn’t seasoned very well so you meat taste is kind of lost in between the rest of the ingredients.  I loved the bacon. I constantly see a crispy bacon added to a burger when it brings barely anything to the taste or is lost. When bacon hasn’t lost it’s fat and meaty flavour like this one it becomes more than just an add on.

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Cheese was nice. It was melted looked good but the cheesy punch you expect from “Cheesus” wasn’t there. The taste of the burgers, cheddar and bacon was kind of converged together and I’m a big fan of balance which I didn’t really feel here.

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Let’s talk about the greats. YES, good Bulgarian veggies. The lettuce and the tomatoes were amazing. This is something that I’ve been missing in so many burger places around the world. This was one of those cases where the veggies weren’t a simple add on that was barely felt but a very tasty distinguished flavour.

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The mustard was adding that typical flavour and balance of an american style burger and it went really well with the rest of the ingredients. I would say a stronger mustard might even be better. For the lack of many sauces it was very juicy burger.

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With the current recipe, quality of ingredients and better execution I can see how this could of been an award winning burger but not the one I tried.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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I had a plain burger no fries and didn’t have a beer ( I had plenty beforehand and I was going to explode if I had another one ) I’m coming back to try those. The choices of foods and beverages was great the seating was nice and the service was good.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a great place with a variety of choices and is a place where you can consistently try rotating burgers and have new experiences and I believe it is one of the better joins in Sofia in terms of choice.

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I’m certainly going back the next time I can.

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Very Jucy

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Honest burgers so far is one of my favourite chains so I decided to take my girlfriend to taste the new burger of the month and maybe try something new.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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Since I’ve started this adventure I’ve started to embrace more and more spicy burgers. The appreciation for them has grown especially when the chilli is well flavoured and isn’t killing my taste buds for the rest of the experience. This was one of those very well balanced burgers that will be enjoyed by any of you hot heads.

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As previously stated in other Honest Burger reviews (Chimichurri, Louisiana) the meet is top notch especially considering it is a burger chain. So no complaints there. The bacon was a nice addition and goes really well with the relish and the chilli.

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The Jalapeno relish was for sure the centrepiece of the burger. The taste was very well balanced between sour and chilli. The spiciness wasn’t overwhelming but was balancing out with the rest of the burger. The onions added this light sweetness and complimented the acidity.

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Hot sauce was nice and flavourful but couldn’t pick up  something specific about it. Maybe I’m not trained enough to recognise the different flavours coming from the spicy sauces. If left only with the relish it was going to be my perfect kind of hot since there were times it was a bit too much.

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My main beef (pun intended) with the burger was the cheddar that could be a bit stronger because the fattiness was going to balance out even better.

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All and all I think it is a great recipe that might be improved with better quality ingredients and maybe a bit more balance

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick  and ales are rotating ones. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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With this burger I any strong ale would suit it great. The burger is punchy in taste so you need something very flavorful to clear your pallet.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a standard burger joint. The rotating burgers and rotating ales does make a difference if you want to try new experiences once a month. As I’ve said the Honest Burger chain is the best from the larger gourmet burger chains.

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This one has a higher score mostly because of the burger and its unique flavour. It is not something you taste in every burger and it really plays with your taste buds

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A chilli balance

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Boom! Burgers is one of the better places in Sofia for burgers. I’m yet to try others

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Due to the fact that there are new burger every month I have the need to come and try a new burger every time. As I’ve said before I think Boom! burgers is one of the best places in Sofia, Bulgaria to eat a burger. So far I have been quite satisfied or… in pain

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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So this burger is called The Last Meal but I don’t think it would be my last burger of the year. It was a tasty burger but the main reason I’m giving it a 6 was the not so well executed recipe

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The burger had:

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The beef as mentioned before is the weakest part of the Boom! Burgers franchise. The meat is good quality and it was one of the times when you could balance its taste even with the delicious crispy bacon. Non the less it is a bit bland and some more flavour can improve the overall balance of the burger

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Please put bigger slices of cheese, on the good bites you could feel it and it was complimenting the rest of the ingredients in other cases it wasn’t really there. A more mature cheddar might be a better choice

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I love the combination between jalapenos and the gherkins ( put a bit more, you can never go wrong with relish ingredients on a burger ).

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I am a bit disappointed with the baked garlic since I couldn’t feel it, not sure if it was there at all. Don’t put ingredients in the burger only for their sake of them if they can’t be tasted on balanced out.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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As usual Boom! Burgers have a great selection of craft ales and interesting beers to compliment your burger experience.

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Choice of beer: White Stork

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The fries as usual were amazing. They always remind me of the fries grandma used to make.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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A good burger place with rotating burgers and ales. There is always a guarantee for a new experience

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A heavy meal

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Honest burgers so far is one of my favourite chains so I decided to take my girlfriend to taste the new burger of the month and maybe try something new.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I would say Chimichurri is one of the more quirky and interesting burgers I’ve tried in the Honest burger chain. It had a very atypical taste that really made the experience more interesting.

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. It is high quality and tasty however the chimichurri and the relish are so strong they really mask the beef flavor and as you know I’m a fan of balance. I want each bite to be a full experience. That said the Chorizo Relish was amazing very tasty and it went great with the chimichurri but both had such and intense taste they masked the flavor of everything else.

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I love the slight spiciness of the burger coming from the chimichurri. It was there but it wasn’t killing any of you taste buds or ruining the experience. The mayo gave the burger even more juiciness but I can’t say the taste was there.

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The Malbec Onions were a great compliment to the Latin theme somehow and went really well with the intensity of the chorizzo relish and chimichurri

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Cheese was a good choice in the less South American flavored bites it could stick out but most of the time it wasn’t strong enough to make a difference and I would say either add more or don’t add cheese at all.

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And as most places these days the brioche bun is more of a place holder rather than a specific part of the recipe.

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Non the less the Chimichurrri is a great burger and I would advise to try it if its in rotation of your local Honest Burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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With this burger I any strong ale would suit it great. The burger is punchy in taste so you need something very flavorful to clear your pallet.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a standard burger joint. The rotating burgers and rotating ales does make a difference if you want to try new experiences once a month. As I’ve said the Honest Burger chain is the best from the larger gourmet burger chains.

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This one has a higher score mostly because of the burger and its unique flavour. It is not something you taste in every burger and it really plays with your taste buds

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Latin intensity

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So I was out on a food market exploration and suddenly I stumbled across a small burger stand that intrigued me – Ramen Burgers. And boy, was I happy to try something new with a twist. I’m glad that the burger managed to impress me and even though  I believe recipe can be improved and polished I bloody loved it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is a very interesting burger. And when you look at it what you would expect is an east/south Asian twist to it and that is exactly what you get. At least that is the impression I got and if this is the direction that the Chef is going than oh boy the possibilities are limitless.

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The burger had:

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So as usual let us start with the meat in this beauty.

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The beef was tasty but you could barely appreciate it since most of its taste is masked by the strong pulled pork. The pulled pork wasn’t anything special, was quite good and the sauce was very sweet which also contributed to the balance of the burger negatively. Non the less it was tasty experience that required more taste tuning.

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Let’s talk about the main feature of this burger… the ramen bun. I love it. A great idea and very well executed. It is slightly crunchy yet soft it really gives you that stir fry feel and is something very original so I’m loving it. For some, it maybe to greasy but I’m not running away from a heart attack so I don’t mind it.

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Cheese. No. Remove it. Couldn’t taste it, you don’t need it unless you find a specific taste to fit that “Asian” style burger and I doubt it. I don’t like when the cheese is there just for the sake of  calling it a burger.

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The sauce was good slightly spicy but I would of went for more on the spicy side and less on the sweet one because the burger starts to feel a bit like a desert rather than savory food. If you make it slightly spicy and add some acidity to it you would reach a good balance and add a good balance IMO.

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The diced lettuce was great but the one thing I was missing to make it better were spring onions. Non the less the greens were there and you could feel the crunch and taste so I can’t complain about it.

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All and all a very good burger. It has the right idea and a good execution but an improved recipe would move higher on the scale for me.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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The problem with this place is that it’s an obscure stand with a simple sign that doesn’t bring a lot of attention. They had some fries but I didn’t try them because I was stuffed so take this with a grain of salt.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Yes it is a burger in a ramen bun, it is interesting. I would of given it 10/10 if the recipe was diving more into the Asian influence. The burger can be improved by adding some spring onions, fixing up the sweet chili sauce and removing the cheese. I have a shredded roasted duck with a plum sauce in mind… hmm…

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An Asian twist

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Boom! Burgers is one of the better places in Sofia for burgers. I’m yet to try others

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So I was back home for a weekend and went with my spicy loving girlfriend to Boom! Burgers to show her a good burger place in Sofia and to review a new burger. As we both glanced at the spicy burger she managed to convince me I want it WITHOUT me fully looking into the recipe. Boy, was I for a surprise… I had to sign a declaration… yes I said I won’t sue the burger joint for any damages from the food. Please show that declaration on order not on delivery of the burger it got me scared shitless.

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I need to point that I’m not a

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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So this burger is all about the experience and not about the taste. The only taste you get is within the first 2 seconds after your first bit and that is it. After that it is panic and adrenalin rush.

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The burger had:

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The beef as mentioned before is the weakest part of the Boom! Burgers franchise even when trying only the meat it was plain. But I can’t blame them for this one it is very obvious you ain’t tasting anything.

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Cheese doesn’t matter it is being lost so are the other ingredients.

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The burger smelled of spicy and the one thing that I could feel with it was the sweetness from the honey and rum but after that it was only pain and heat so I can’t really say more. I have to say the chilli was tasty in the beginning but as it was overwhelming only the spice was left to burn your pallet

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The place has great selection of beers and ales that also rotate. However, for this case, I wouldn’t order anything but milk… DON’T GET WATTER.

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The fries as usual were amazing. They always remind me of the fries grandma used to make.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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Let’s face it this burger is all about the experience. It doesn’t taste nice but how many times do you sign a declaration before eating a burger?

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F*cking Hot

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The first 10/10 !!!

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Bread Meats Bread is the first really good gourmet burger place that I visited that kind of inspired my passion for burgers. I’ve visited it multiple times and I’ve tried most of the menu but not recently enough to review it. Last month I had the chance of going to Glasgow and eating at their burger joint in the centre and it didn’t disappoint

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Price: £10.00

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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These are top notch local and fresh ingredients which really helps for the great taste.

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The burger had:

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I don’t even know where to start. As a beginning this is one of the most interesting burgers I’ve tried in terms of taste and ingredients and somehow they’ve managed to balance the taste of the burger perfectly.

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Let’s start with the meat. This is one of the few times where you can intensely taste the different meats in a burger. Normally one of the taste overwhelms the other but in this case you can really feel the great beef patty (Go Scottish beef) and the melting pulled lamb. They are both strong taste but they manage to compliment each other so great.

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This is a very saucy burger, just how I like them (I know this boat is not for everyone ). As a first impression it is the cucumber feta salad which compliments the lamb taste so well (I do believe there is a bit of yogurt as well but I’m not sure). These two tastes are both strong and fresh and you can find this combination in Middle Eastern/Mediterranean cuisine.

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Talking about middles eastern the pomegranate sauce is great and you get that sweet tangy feel from it which is complimented by the peppadews. And to finish that slight spiciness there is the harissa mayo.

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Hands down this is the best burger I’ve tried exactly because of that taste explosion, balance and every bite counts

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Now the only nit picking is the fact that the brioche gets too soggy from all the sauces, maybe it should be toasted a bit. And the burger is difficult to eat even for me. and I’m a pretty large lad.

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Non the less I do believe the Lamborghini deserves a top spot as a burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Bread Meats Bread looks and feel like a very regular gourmet burger joint. However it isn’t only the burgers that are delicious but also the fries and the amazing variance of Canadian style poutines. I believe BMB is one of the best places to get stuffed.

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They also have a decent selection of beers and ales with rotating ones.

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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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The beer is really nice it is a lager/IPA mix. It has that bitterness but it is very light which goes well with this heavy burger.

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All and all a great selection of sides, beers, milkshakes and burgers. What more can you want?

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I would certainly say that Bread Meats Bread have among the quirkiest burger recipes  that actually taste amazing. There wasn’t anything too crazy going on but trust me, it can get quirkier, check my Doughnut burger review.

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An explosive balance

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I haven’t been to Blues Kitchen before. I went there for a gig and dinner to be pleasantly surprised that they have burgers they are proud of and a rotating burger of the month menu. This of course meant a burger in my belly and a review for you. Sadly as I’m writing this review few weeks after, the burger is no longer accessible but I hope it rotates back so you can try it and I hope you get a general idea of the venue.

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Price: £14.00

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Some how BBQ makes everything great but can it be too great?

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The burger had:

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I’m a sucker for good meat and cheese that fits it. The amazing taste of the BBQ pork ribs, the way they melted in your mouth, the strong typical BBQ flavour and the intensity of the blue cheese was delicious. I loved every single bite of that combination

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But…

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Although the taste was amazing I’m very specific about the balance of taste. If you say that something is in the recepie I better feel its taste and effect. And sadly I can’t really say that about the aged beef patty. Even though aged I couldn’t feel any of the beef flavour. It was simply extra meaty and the flavour of the BBQ ribs was overshadowing any other present taste. On the other hand that extra BBQ flavour had more content to spread on and compliment.

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Another part of the burger that I found unsatisfying were the onion rings. I’m yet to taste onion rings that enchance a burger. Don’t get me wrong, they don’t make it worse by any means but they feel much more like a filler. This was the case with these onion rings. Yes they were there, yes they had a tasty batter on their own, but as typical of onion rings the taste of the onion is almost abolished. Next time make the batter more funky, fry it and put it in the burger and put grilled onions with it.

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Mayo is a great sauce for any burger and I can’t complain that it didn’t suit the burger. But when the mayo is being branded as “bourbon mayo” I expect to get a slight whiff of it. It was more of a marketing thing than part of the recipe.

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Last but not least the bun. As few times as they are I think the bun was part of the recipe this time (even though it was not put on the menu) simply because the sesame seeds compliment the entire BBQ taste very well.

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All and all it was a very tasty experience with a lot of marketing stunts. I believe with a bit more plausible recipe and better execution, this burger can go for the 10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Blues Kitchen has a pretty amazing atmosphere I must say, especially for dinner. You get that cosy, leathery, cool looking environment. Great decor and live music which I believe is the most impactful part. They had a good selection of beers and the fries were quite nice, although there wasn’t anything spectacular.

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Beer of choice: Sierra Nevada

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For a sweet and meaty burger like this, I would go for the Sierra Nevada pale ale. It compliments the BBQ taste with its caramel notes yet the bitterness, in the end, is perfect to prepare you for your next bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Live blues music while enjoying a well-cooked BBQ meat in your burger, from a place popular with its BBQ, you don’t get that everywhere. I’m deffientley comming back to try some of their other burgers.

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BBBQ makes everything taste better.

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I’ve been to Gourmet Burger Kitchen before but that was long ago before I started my quest for the best burgers. GBK has always been a nice venue and a nice burger place but I haven’t really compared it before to other great burgers so here it is. An interesting experience corrected by a great service. This is the second burger I tried when I was there

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Price: £8.15

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was a classic burger and I do believe ordering a burger like this is one of the easiest way to rate the general quality of a burger house. That said I cannot say I was utterly impressed with the quality but it was still a decent burger

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the beef patty. Same as the last burger I had in GBK I found the flavour to be lacking. It was neither very well seasoned nor was the meat quality very high, it didn’t have that prominent burger taste that you would expect that I’ve tasted in Scottish burger joints or other places in London. Still better than your average burger.

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Another issue I had with it was the salad part of the burger. The tomato wasn’t tasty it was a bit plasticky and you couldn’t really sense its presence. I am definetley spoiled with the taste of good quality tomatoes from back home (Bulgaria) and I know how well a nice tomato can compliment a beef patty. Sadly this wasn’t the case.

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The lettuce had a very strong flavour and due to the lack of punch from the other ingredients like the beef or tomato it was quite prominent.

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The buns were good however not toasted enough to enchance the sesame seed taste. Like many places the bun felt more like ingredients holder rather than part of the recipie.

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Now lets cover the good parts.

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The cheese complimented the burger perfectly. You could definetley feel it and it blended well with the rest of the burger and its balance of flavours. This was certainly a big win for me since I’m a huge fan of good cheese on my patty.

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Another good part of the burger was the inhouse mayo. It was flavourful it added to the juciness of the burger and it complimented the ingredients. A good mayo is always a joy to have. It also went perfectly with the fries.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Gourmet Burger Kitchen is a very good join that has a good selection of sides and beverages. The place looks nice and the service is great. The fries were amazing they reminded me for fries made by grandma which always spawns good feelings.

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Beer of choice: San Miguel

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For classic burgers I do love the taste of a classic lagger. And a personal choice of mine is San Miguel due to it’s typical lagger flavour but not overwhelming bitterness. It just goes down well with a classic burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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GBK was a good experience but nothing too quirky I would say. This burger was too classic and it didn’t shine too much.

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A simple classic that can be better

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I’ve been to Gourmet Burger Kitchen before but that was long ago before I started my quest for the best burgers. GBK has always been a nice venue and a nice burger place but I haven’t really compared it before to other great burgers so here it is. An interesting experience corrected by a great service

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Price: £9.95

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10 (7/10)

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Maybe you are wondering why is there a double score for this burger and there is a very good explanation. The normal score is for the original recipe but since I found it waaaay to salty I asked for a switch and the waiter and chef were kind enough to remove the jerk rub which was adding to that level of saltiness. The original recipe should have a note

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The burger had:

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So the original recipe I found horrible. The jerk rub was so salty it overwhelmed all other tastes except for the spicy jalapeno relish. The first bite was bearable but the second one made the salt taste so strong it became bitter. Hence I asked why is the burger so spicy and the chef was kind enough to make a new burger without the jerk rub.

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So let’s talk about the modified recipe that I got served later.

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They still had a tiny bit from the jerk rub but it wasn’t as overwhelming but sadly I don’t think it seasoned the patty enough so it felt a bit plain ( I know I modified the recipe). Comparing it to most of the Scottish beef I’ve had or African Volcano’s one it was simply not as great. By no means was it bad it was simply not what I would want from a great burger.

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The burger was overall juicy which as you all know I love. There were plenty of sauces that made your mouth water and combined tastes in an intriguing way.

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I think one of the great parts was the mango slaw combined with the jalapeno relish. The combination of sweet, sour and spicy was great it really balanced itself out and gave that very specific taste to the burger. Maybe with a better balance of the jerk rub, it could have been a great burger with a proper taste exploding experience.

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The great of the burger was also its fall since the taste from the sauces surpassed and hid the flavour of the meat, cheese and bun. As you know I’m a sucker for a good cheese on a burger especially when it compliments the burger perfectly. I managed to grab one very cheesy bite that was great where you could feel all the ingredients including the smoked applewood cheese, however, this wasn’t the case for the entire burger. What I would say is maybe double the amount so the flavour of the cheese can balance with the sauces provided.

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After falling in love with the BabaG’s buns where their taste coming from the seeds complimented the entire experience I have to say I’m a bit disappointed with the sesame bun. Maybe if it was grilled a bit beforehand the taste can be increased and more prominent.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Gourmet Burger Kitchen is a very good join that has a good selection of sides and beverages. The place looks nice and the service is great. The fries were amazing they reminded me for fries made by grandma which always spawns good feelings.

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Ale of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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For this burger the choice I would say a hoppy ale that can clear your pallet and prepare your palette for the next bite is a good choice. But you don’t want something overwhelming that will punish the taste of the burger. Something like Brewdog Punk IPA would be a great choice since it won’t overwhelm the taste of the burger but will add to the experience in my opinion.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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GBK was a good experience but nothing too quirky I would say. The burger was the more pivotal point in this case since I haven’t seen these tastes combined anywhere else and I do believe it is a great recipe with a bad execution

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A salty, spicy and sweet choice

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Baba G’s is located in a great area in London City close to Broadgate Circle. It is a burger joint I highly recommend especially considering this is The Best Lamb Burger in London in my opinion.

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Price: £8

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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The burger had:

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Hands down The Best Lamb Burger in London that I’ve tried. The Indian twist is executed perfectly and it is mouth watering. I didn’t think I would enjoy it as much but the explosion of tastes from all the spices is amazing. It is very well balanced and a must try for any burger fan.

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Let’s start with the patties. That lamb is amazing but honestly, I don’t think it is the meat, it is all the spices and ingredients like peppers and onions mixed and grilled with it that give it that spectacular flavour that make them the centrepiece of the burger. My only comment is that similar to other Indian cuisines, the taste of the meat is hidden behind all the spices and a part of me wonders if the taste won’t be better with a meatier patty and higher quality lamb.

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I don’t know what it is but the burger sauce is striking a perfect balance with the meat and all the flavours. It still amazes me how can you put so many spices and manage to balance them so well.

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The Bhaji onions are well hidden behind their Indian preparation. They help finish that typical burger taste yet all the herbs and spices they are prepared to mask the strong onion flavour. The texture is also great it reminds of potatoes so does the taste at times and it really plays tricks on your pallet.

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The Naga sauce is spicy but very tasty it is in no way masking flavours or numbing tastes which I love. None the less it may be still spicy for some people so keep in mind.

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Last but not least the bun… One of the best buns I’ve had that compliments the burger so well. It is not only a placeholder but part of the burger. The seeds can be tasted through the bite and they compliment the entire burger.

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Amazing burger that has the only downside of not feeling as a burger just because the taste experience is so atypical. Non the less I believe it is a must try!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The burger joint is at a great location. It is a small shack serving great burgers and the fries are pretty good. Although to be honest it is the sauces that come with them that make them great. Fries are definitely something that can be improved.

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Beverage: Beaver Town’s Gamma Ray

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For this burger, I would recommend the “Gamma Ray” pale ale. It is clearing the pallet perfectly for the next bite although I think a hoppier ale would go even better.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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In terms of quirkiness it is as good as it gets. All the burgers have an Asian twist and the experience is a must try.
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An Indian twist

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had:

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OK so overall I’m coming back for a burger. I would say this is the best burger joint in Sofia that I’ve tried so far. There is Street Chefs, however, their menu is stale and lately, the quality has been lower so I would say Boom! Burgers are my current favourites in the area.

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The burger was delicious but there was, in my opinion, obvious improvements to the recipe.

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The beef patty was nice but it was there for the meatiness and not the taste. There weren’t any spices to enhance its flavour so it ended up more on the plain side. The other part that I’m wondering is why you are using Irish beef in one of the countries with highest food quality in Europe. I would like to see a bit more of a Bulgarian take on the beef patty.

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The onions and tomato were amazing. If you have seen me criticize the taste of a tomato in a Burger it is because I’ve been comparing it to tastes like these. Vegetables here on the Balkans are simply better and they taste lovely.

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I would say one of the bigger downfalls of the burger is the choice of the chutney. It wasn’t bad but in my opinion, a red onion chutney would have added the same level of sweetness but balance itself out much better with the blue cheese and the beef patty.

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The final “beef” (get it ) I have with the burger would be the cheese. Not that it was bad but it had a very strong aftertaste that wasn’t really smoothing out or balancing the overall flavour when you finish the bite. I would recommend something like the Blue Stilton Cheese. It packs a lot of flavours but it is less punchy and very smooth.

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The bourbon mayo was nice although I would add a bit more bourbon to it to enhance the southern taste.

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All and all I loved the burger it was a step in the right direction.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I think this is one of the best burger joints in Sofia and the reason for that is that they have rotating burgers. So every month you go there you can have a different experience and to add to that the fires were AMAZING, they were just like granny used to make them and had that taste which simply sent me down memory lane.

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In addition, they also have a great selection of beers to go with your burgers and even a recommendation list which I find useful although I don’t agree with it. For this burger, I would recommend the “White Stork” pale ale. It is amazing very well balanced beer who’s bitterness will complement the fairly sweet burger

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Beverage: White Stork

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For this burger, I would recommend the “White Stork” pale ale. It is amazing very well balanced beer who’s bitterness will complement the fairly sweet burger

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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In terms of quirkiness, I don’t think there is anything special. They are just doing what other good joints are doing in the world:
\nGood menu
\nRotating burgers
\nRotating beers

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I highly recommend it.

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A Bourbon Tasty

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger had:

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This was a pretty decent burger. Its centerpiece was the peanut butter and the grilled onions, both had great flavors which gave it its specific taste

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The beef patty sadly was a bit underwhelming wasn’t greatly spiced and was a bit bland. The meat itself could of been of a better quality but I can’t be too harsh.

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As you already know I’m a fan of the cheese however this one was simply there and didn’t add any flavor to the whole experience, either remove it or add something that is going to compliment the burger better. I would say that a smoked cheddar would of been a great addition to the recipe.

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Grilled onions were lovely – freshly grilled strong flavor but not overwhelming taste it struck a very good balance. It was a great compliment to the beef and I believe with few more spices in the patty the overall taste would of been on point

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Bacon was great. Soft yet crunchy on the edges, that is how I like it. I wish the apple wood aspect of it was felt more non the less it was a good addition and added well to the meatiness of the burger

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The peanut butter was certainly the centerpiece of the burger. It taste was very specific and nothing I’ve tried before, I’m sorry for all the people with nut allergies.
\nI’m not a peanut butter expert but a chunkier variant I believe would of been better to add some of that texture as well. I think the flavor was decently balanced and I was hoping for it to be the overwhelming after taste together with the hot sauce.
\nI would say it was almost there. The hot sauce really helped to balance it and add this spicy tingle in the end which was exciting. Sadly I can’t say the same about the mayo it was there only to make the burger juicer, maybe a siracha mayo might have been a better choice

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All and all a good burger and good experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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This was a stand during the Shake Your Patty burger and milkshake festival which was more of an amateur music festival that happen to had burgers. If this was what you are expecting, unlike me, you could of had a good time, I was a bit disappointing.

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Sadly during my time I didn’t have much time. I was one of the first to arrive and the only burger stand I could try was the Cheeky Burgers stand.

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Tried two burger sliders (was hoping to try many burgers around so that is why they weren’t full fledged burgers.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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I would say the quirkiness came from the festival environment, which wasn’t bad and the peanut butter. This is my first burger with peanut burger and I really like its accent in the ordeal. It gave that full nutty flavor which I haven’t experienced before and complimented the spicy sauce.

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A nutty experience

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Recipe excites you and execution brings you down. A decent burger that doesn’t live up to its ingredients

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger had:

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I was so excited about this burger and so dissapointed in the end.

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Let’s start with the meat. I’ve had wagu beef, it is lovely it is one of the best experiences ever with meat. However, this one was NOT wagu or maybe it had traces of it and that is about it. The patty was definitely frozen prior to cooking and was way too dry. Flavour and spices were lacking and medium wasn’t really medium.

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The bites finished with the harsh taste of fresh onions which overwhelmed all others tastes sadly.

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I love blue cheese on burgers I think when you balance it, it is one of the better choices but this one was lacking, it wasn’t punchy it wasn’t bringing balance and it taste disappeared from your mouth in few seconds.

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And last but not least, the wasabi mayo… where was the wasabi seriously I’ve had stronger experiences with light mustards. I would have hoped for a wasabi sting to spice up the pallet.

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All and all it was a decent burger but the ingredients set the expectations too high.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Small burger joint nothing too fancy. It had a collection of funny signs that really made the interior interesting but not much place to sit. Their chips, however, were quite delicious and the choice is plentiful.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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I was expecting more especially from the burger with interesting meat and sauces sadly the execution was sub par.

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Great recipe with not so great execution.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I was too lazy to go to a burger place so I decided to make my own this week. I thought I was going to suck at it but it ended up being a decent burger

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The burger had:

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I’m going to be straight forward. It tasted great however there are plenty of things to be improved.

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The combination of the chutney the blue cheese, beef patty and the sauces were great, I’m definitely going to repeat that recipe with better ingredients.
\nI don’t have a grill so the burger wasn’t perfect. If I mince my own meat and prep it with a proper grill I think the taste can be significantly enhanced.
\nThe pork loin was obsolete I thought it can add a bit of a good pork taste but a single piece over a big beef patty is simply negligible.

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The cheddar was missing from the taste and I think I should remove it and put a bit more emphasis on the blue cheese. Spinach was barely noticeable maybe if you saute it first instead of serving it fresh it would strengthen its flavour

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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I love my place so I would say the venue was great. Jokes aside it is always nice to make yourself a good burger at home.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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I was at home nothing special.

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Homemade experiment

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I’m back to in my honest opinion one of the best burger joints in London. The African Volcano on Maltby Street Market

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The burger had

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First I need to point out. The burger is served open, and then you close it and even a large lad like myself who is almost 2m struggles to take a full bite but once you get it (a very messy bite), it is worth it.

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There are several sauces used for this burger as for all the others which I think is the secret to their great flavour.

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Meat quality is great, simple as that.

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Something I would change for the burger is maybe the cheese and few of the veggies. The pork taste is great but overwhelms most of the other ingredients. Sauerkraut fits perfectly and so does the pickle but the cheese, greens and tomato are a bit lost among the strong pork flavour from the cracklings and the belly. I need to explore what would be a great cheese to go with pork that will compliment it well. Will get back to you on that one.

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All and all a great burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The African Volcano stand is a very gritty looking place. Nothing fancy it is actually the exact opposite. You have a great friendly staff, the chef that created the recipe is making the burger for you. You see how it is prepared and all the ingredients are in front of you. The burgers a very juicy and full of sauce hence that is why you get a wet napkin so you can clean yourself. You also get a towel you can hang around your neck exactly for that messy experience (loved it)

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You have drinks around the venue but a small choice at the stand itself and you don’t get any extras like fries or other sides. You pay for a tasty burger you get a tasty burger that is it.

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Still more burgers to try so I’m coming back!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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I’ve already discussed in my previous post how much I love the market and the whole atmosphere.

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I think the burger here gets another point, I’ve never had such a  “porkish” experience. The layering of textures – cracklings, pork belly, pork patty creates this pleasant set of textures in your mouth.

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For all the pork lovers

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Last year I discovered this gem in central London. I just got addicted to gourmet burgers. The moment I tried the Dirty Secret I fell in love. Now that I’ve started this blog I had to come back and “re-evaluate” the burger… for science of course.

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The burger had

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As I’ve mentioned before I love saucy, messy burgers and the Dirty Secret is exactly that.
\nYou have the secret sauce, the juices from the pulled pork, sauerkraut and the juicy beef burger patty. You will be messy in the end of it.
\nThe pulled pork is brilliant it is exactly what you would want – soft, full of flavour, fresh pork. It compliments the delicious beef patty. The secret to the patty is the sauce they grill it with.  The secret sauce is the masterpiece which combines everything and adds that special taste to the burger. It is mildly spicy (you have different levels of it but I’m a gentle soul) and it really compliments all the ingredients. Everything combined creates a symphony in your mouth.
\nWhat I was amazed is that you can still feel the emmenthaler cheese among all the meat and sauces, however, I would still put a bit more just to enhance its flavour.

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Sauerkraut and pickles are pushing the flavour in a different direction and I love it. You do get a balance of all tastes and part of the secret is the fact that they soak the bun with the sauce from the sauerkraut.

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The reason the burger is 9/10 and not a 10/10 I would say is the tomato and the bun. As a person who grew up in Bulgaria with amazingly tasting tomatoes, I always tend to loose their taste in most of the burgers I’ve tried. I do realise we are in London and getting such ingredient would be difficult but that would be an aspect of the burger I would improve.
\nI’ve had burgers with homemade brioche buns and it really tends to add to the structure and taste of the dish and sadly this is missing (I understand why). The patty is a bit small for all the things on the burger. It can certainly be improved maybe by putting it on the grill, getting that chargrilled flavour from the bread does marvel to the taste buds.

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All and all I love this burger, I love this place and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good experience in London. Good job Grant Hawthorne

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The African Volcano stand is a very gritty looking place. Nothing fancy it is actually the exact opposite. You have a great friendly staff, the chef that created the recipe is making the burger for you. You see how it is prepared and all the ingredients are in front of you. The burgers a very juicy and full of sauce hence that is why you get a wet napkin so you can clean yourself. You also get a towel you can hang around your neck exactly for that messy experience (loved it)

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You have drinks around the venue but a small choice at the stand itself and you don’t get any extras like fries or other sides. You pay for a tasty burger you get a tasty burger that is it.

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There are other burgers on the menu from which I’ve tried only one but I’m definitely going back to try them all. Looking forward to it.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Malby Street market is a great place to visit over the weekend. The entire experience is worthwhile even though you don’t get the commodity of comfy chairs. At African Volcano’s stand get to interact with the staff, observe how your burger is made. You can even make it yourself back at home but you need to buy the secret sauce. I personally love the sauce and you can use it for other BBQ preparations.

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So far the best burger in London IMO

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Last time I went to Honest Burgers I had the Deli burger which was a special then. I really really liked so decided to come back and give this one a try.

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The burger had

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It was good. As some of you may know I like saucy/soggy burgers and this one was missing on that. I would have preferred more ketchup or even a bit of mustard on that one.
\nThe meat was very well seasoned, very well made and the cajun spice fitted perfectly. I’m a fan of bacon but not the crispy American style one, so I was quite happy with this one, it really added a good balance to the beef taste.
\nYou could definitely feel the pickles and the ketchup (kind of reminded of McDonald’s) . The other problem for me was the cheese, you couldn’t feel it. It was there so you can say that there was cheese but all the other tastes were much stronger than it and completely overwhelmed it. I really like to have a punchy well-balanced cheese on my burger or not have any at all… don’t tease me.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A standard burger joint. There are rotating specials but this time it was nothing fancy or interesting.

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An alright burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger was the first “weirdo” I decided to try and it hit that strange note.

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What we have is:
\n– Glazed Donut
\n– Crispy Caramelized Onions
\n– Bacon
\n– Pickles
\n– Beef Patty
\n– Cheddar

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Now I need to say that I can’t find the exact recipe and I can’t find it online so I might be missing something. None the less I still remember the first bite.

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As you might expect it is very sweet and the onions and bacon partner so well with the glazed doughnut.
\nThe beef patty was there but it was more for the meaty taste rather than contributing on its own in any way.
\nThe pickles were an interesting addition because they were trying to create that confusion in your mouth and it was working very well. If only the cheese could have partnered so well, but honestly I can’t think of a cheese to either balance or complement the taste perfectly.

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All and all it was a very strange burger, It was delicious but not something you would eat every day.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a great place. It is the burger joint that addicted me to gourmet burgers. Choice of burgers is big, the fries and poutine are like crack and there is a good choice of drinks. Overall I love the place.

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If it moved away from Scotland where you have regulations about how you prepare beef I think it can get even better results.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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OK, so we are talking about a burger in a glazed doughnut, quirkiness is there. But I’ve heard and seen  (not yet tried) about even quirkier ones so I’m going to give it an 8/10 in that department. Honestly, I was expecting more shock in my mouth but the balance was definitely there which reduced the quirkiness level and increased the “I may have that again” level.

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Instagram

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Wierd but a must try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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As I’ve said before, this is to me is McDonalds on steroids. You have a lot to choose from which is nice but the ingredients themselves are not great.

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The burger I went with was with lettuce, jalapenos, pickles, tomato, bbq sauce and mustard. The problem is there isn’t anyone to control the “taste” of it. So I ended up with jalapenos that were killing the taste of everything else.

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The cheese is very basic, you don’t get that creamy punch from it compared to other burger places I’ve been to.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Fast food place with free peanuts and a good selection of soft drinks, you can’t really complain. The decor and service are what you expect. But it is bloody expensive for what Five Guys offers.

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I have to admit that Five Guys have great fries!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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You can have everything… all the toppings… all the sauces. Nothing special, not bad either it is just that they are all standard burger toppings. The free peanuts that you have to break yourself are definitely and interesting part tot the whole experience especially when you are starving and you can’t wait to eat something.

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Instagram

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McDonalds on steroids

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I’ve been to Street Chefs before in Bulgaria, it is one of the more renowned places in Sofia and it serves very good burgers. It was time to try something else than the chef’s special

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This was a burger with a very “fresh” taste because of all the greens and tomatoes and pesto. It was certainly different from what I’ve tried before.
\nThe sauce or rather combination of them was very unique, it kind of gave it this Italian vibe and added freshness to it especially combined with the arugula. This is a burger that you would have in the summer. The combination of ingredients definitely gave it a light feel.
\nI love slightly burned brioche it adds this additional tastes of charcoal that goes very well with any meat and bread. However, the bread was not the freshest it was a bit dry on the inside which ruined the experience a bit.
\nFor a second time, I’m struggling to like the beef patty at this place. Don’t get me wrong it is not bad but it isn’t the centrepiece of the burger. It lacks seasoning and it is a bit plain. I also would argue that medium shouldn’t have raw meat in the middle.
\nGorgonzola was nice and it went well with the salad part but if the beef patty was more exciting it was going to loose its punch. Maybe that is what they were going for?

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

\n

It is a street style caravan, the service is good but you lack that enthusiastic spark from the burger chefs who are also at the counter.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Caravan in the middle of town with a nice place to sit open a beer and smoke but nothing special. However, I’ve never tried a burger like that before so I’m going to give credit for that. That “salad” feel to the burger was interesting and different to the standard lettuce/tomato/pickle you taste on most burgers.

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Instagram

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A “fresh” burger

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Meat Liquor is a great burger place to visit. One of my first 10/10 is there the Dead Hippie Burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

\n

I have started to enjoy much more simple burger recipes because they really highlight the ingredients and the execution. Тhe burger was cooked really well but wasn’t exceptional considering the simplicity of the recipe.

\n

Pros:
\n+ Smashed patty was good
\n+ Cheese felt right
\n+ Bun was soft

\n

Cons:
\n– Smashed patty needs more crust
\n– Needed a bit better execution for a 10

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The burger had:

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What McDonald’s should be

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Happy New Year! This was my first burger of the year and here it is. Standby for my Top 5 for 2021

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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Never knew Brewdog has a brunch menu and it is pretty impressive and tasty, I decided to go for the Breakfast burger but honestly, I was a bit disappointed. If I have problems eating the burger, 99% of people will as well. The execution wasn’t perfect either, a bit too much was going on although the individual ingredients were tasty

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Pros:
+ Very nice sauces
+ Tots were amazeballs
+ So much food!

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Cons:
– Burger was too big to eat
– Patty was dense and dry
– A bit overwhelming

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The Burger had:

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Breakfast Bomb

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Homestead is a very nice restaurant hidden in the City Island complex next to Canning Town. It is a really cool area worth a visit and this is a perfect place for a brunch or lunch so check it out. I had visited a few times and I really liked the food and I thought it was time for me to try and rate their burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The price is definitely on the higher side which is typical for a restaurant. Thankfully it delivers especially in terms of meat quality. The beef was executed really well, it had that flavourful crust and was thick and juicy in the middle. Thicker patties haven’t been in trend recently and most places have disappointed but this was on point. It was juicy and full of flavour.

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Pros:
 + Flavourful patty with an amazing crust
+ Sauce was gewd!
+ Bread was fluffy and toasted

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Cons:
 – Salad leaf was sad!
– Onion was a bit sharp

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The Burger had:

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Simple

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Husk Brewery is a great place that I recently found in the Canning Town / Silvertown area right below the Emirates Airline. Has great beer and really good food!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This burger is my second try at the brewery. Although meat continues to be amazing this time it was simply too much. All the ingredients were right it is just the ratios were a bit off. I liked the bacon more this time, it was done the right way!

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Pros:
+ Beef was juicy
+ Bacon was tasty
+ Bun was great

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Cons:
– Meat was overwhelming
– Cheese wasn’t present
– More relish needed

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The Burger had:

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Very meaty

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Husk Brewery is a great place that I recently found in the Canning Town / Silvertown area right below the Emirates Airline. Has great beer and really good food!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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I wasn’t sure what to expect from the food at a place that is mainly a brewery and hidden in the streets. Well.. it is really good both burgers and fries. I’m definitely coming back for more!

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Pros:
+ Meat was fantastic
+ Blue cheese was balanced
+ Bun was great

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Cons:
– More of that fabulous relish
– Bacon was artificially smokey and chewy

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The Burger had:

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Blues is good like this burger

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Going 30, watching Dune, and having burgers and beers at Brewdog… it was a good day!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Brewdog is a great place to enjoy a good beer and grab a tasty bite. In my opinion, they are a bit inconsistent but generally good and sometimes with amazing gems, sadly this wasn’t one of them.

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Pros:
+ BBQ sauce was good
+ The patty was juicy and flavourful
+ Bun was very tasty

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Cons:
– 2nd slice of cheese would have done miracles
– Remove the lettuce or add more
– More onions or relish needed

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The Burger had:

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Decent but not patriotic enough

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Hello everyone, long time no burgers… at least not in the blog, I have been eating plenty. I took a break from writing because I stopped enjoying the blog writing process. I’m gonna start posting smaller posts only with the relevant information and do more frequent article pieces when I find the urge to write!

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I want to return back to the reviews with one of the best burgers I have had in recent months – BBQ Brothers’ Beef Angus Burger. It is based and Sofia, Bulgaria and you have to check them out if your are in the area!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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It is a great place, with a central location and lovely food. I think it is for sure one of the better burgers in Sofia

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Pros:
\n+ Great flavorful patty
\n+ Bacon was tasty AF! (Among the best I’ve had)
\n+ Sauce and Cheese were great
\n+ Bun was tasty

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Cons:
\n– lettuce felt a bit useless
\n– bread was a bit soggy

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The Burger had:

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Good Tasty BBQ

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So I frequently fly back to Bulgaria via Luton airport. It has the most convenient flights. The Smithfield is a pub with a great choice of beer and basic pub food. Think of an expensive Weatherspoon. Few things on the menu weren’t as bad as I expected for airport pub food, so I decided to go for the burger this time. Sadly I have to declare the burger a no-fly zone.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 3/10

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It wasn’t inedible but it did quite a few things wrong.

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The burger had:

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The patty had a beefy flavour, it was seasoned but it had a strange character to the beefiness. There was some interesting seasoning or weird flavour… Dunno. It was better than a McDonald’s patty or a classic Weatherspoons one but it didn’t feel right. It was dense from working the meat and a bit overcooked and dry. To top the experience I had a hard chunk in the patty which completely ruined the experience. I know it is nice to have good ground beef but be careful what you put in it.

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The salad had an intriguing direction with the kale and the onions. It is an interesting direction to make it feel fresher, however, it failed completely. The onions overwhelmed everything but the beef flavour. There was no lightness or flavourful dressing to the salad. The onions were supposed to be balsamic but didn’t really get that sweet acidic richness.

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The cheese… It couldn’t be felt. It was almost missing mainly because all other flavours hid it.

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The bun was one of the few decent things about the burger. It was crispy soft and toasted. A bit of sauce could have gone a long way to improve the overall burger experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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I have had much better food than this burger and their beer selection is pretty good.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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I liked the ploughman’s direction and the salad feel of the burger but it wasn’t executed

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Not fit to fly

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So after a long evening of drinking at the Rotunda, I suddenly realized I need some food so I can continue. Earlier we had a burger discussion so that kind of narrowed down what we were going to eat. The disappointing bit was the £20 for a burger. I really don’t see the reason to have as expensive as a burger especially without expensive or exotic ingredients. At the very least it wasn’t disappointing but there was more to ask from it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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It is among the few burgers I have had with a different style patty and it isn’t something I expect from this kind of restaurant.

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The burger had:

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The patty was very different from what you would expect from such a place. The meat was high quality and most places would have a purist approach where there would leave the meat to speak for itself. Normally you would just put salt and maybe pepper on it and that is it. This patty had plenty of spices and flavour flowing through and it was worked through the meat before being grilled. It was much closer to a Balkan/Middle Eastern Kofta than a classic burger and I actually loved that. The patty was full of flavour, it was juicy and everything came together. The burger was a bit dense so that would be my only light critique.

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The cheddar was lovely and fitted the burger quite well. The depth of the cheese shined through the rest of the heavy flavours and that is what helped it stand out. It was a nice thick slice and the smokiness came through.

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The gherkins were crispy and acidic, exactly what you want from them. It brought balance to the bites and was a good pallet reset. Thankfully it is summer and the tomatoes are delicious. The sweetness came right through and together with the gherkin it created that classic burger topping feel. The lettuce was only a single leaf. Either put more or don’t put any, and please don’t forget to shred it..

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The brisket gravy was for sure one of the more interesting sauces I have had. At the beginning I though it was an overly reduced onion chutney. There was so much depth of flavour it was insane. I would have preferred if it was a bit more saucy and not as reduced but I was very impressed by the rich taste.

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Brioche was nice in the beginning but towards the end it couldn’t hold the patty very well. I was hoping for a more stable burger base considering the size. Nonetheless it was delicious and fluffy… maybe toast it a bit more?

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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The fries were good and the choice of beer and drinks were great, not sure if it is worth the price though

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Nothing too quirky but I really liked the addition of Brisket Gravy, not something I have seen

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Expensivest Kofta

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Call me crazy, but I have been having a lot more vegan burgers lately. It hasn’t been something I intentionally planned but just so happened that I’ve been going out with vegan/vegetarian friends and everyone is craving burgers. Plus vegan burgers can be very interesting. Last time I had Vurger I was quite nice. It was a very vegan take on classic recipes

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I tend to prefer vegan burger recipes that embrace the vegan side rather than trying to mimic the flavours and taste of a classic. This was a combination of the two worlds. A good imitation with the characteristics of a nice vegan burger.

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The burger had:

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So plant-based meat patties like Beyond Meat are good for people who miss the meat in their life. I don’t. I, however, prefer to make use of the fact that the burger is vegan and eat an interesting combination of flavours like this one. I really enjoyed it mainly because the roasted peppers and the beans created a really nice grill like depth of flavour. It was moist it behaved like a single patty, the seasoning was great and it was just a very flavourful piece of food. I would love to have that on a regular basis.

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Vegan cheese is one of my biggest problems with vegan burgers and food in general. It just doesn’t cut it for me, it lacks flavour or feels very artificial. This one was the closes I have had to a shitty American cheese for a burger and it kind of works but it is still not there. You get the melted cheese idea and a bit of the taste but it is on the level of Tesco Value American cheese.

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The gherkins were great, I’m pretty sure they are homemade. They have great acidity and overall flavour. They really finish the burger and give it that classic feel together with the sauce. The tomato was fresh and tasty it also rounded up the whole taste picture for the burger. As you might expect I was disappointed by the single leaf lettuce. My burger slid two times and there wasn’t anything except inconvenience brought to the table by this lettuce.

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The sauce was good it had that classic burger sauce feel that you can find at many places but there is something about vegan mayo that isn’t really hitting the spot for me. It doesn’t have that base for layering flavour you would expect. Nonetheless very tasty and went well with the whole theme.

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Vegan brioches are surprisingly good. They can feel much lighter than the regular ones. Fluffy yet firm and was absorbing the sauces… that is what you need.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  -/10

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I wasn’t really impressed by the fries. They felt very basic with vegan cheese… and you know how I feel about vegan cheese.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Vegan burgers are interesting for sure and it isn’t every day that you find them or eat them (unless you are a vegan I guess)

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A Meatless Classic

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So last time I went to Vinegar Yard I was very hyped for my first food market in a while. So I didn’t indulge only in the one burger I reviewed last time. I also tried a vegan burger from one of my favourite burger joints in London – Baba G. As the burger scene has changed and almost everyone is offering a larger variety of vegan burgers it makes sense for me to try more of them and build an opinion about them.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Considering BabaG is Indian inspired burgers I was expecting their BabaV to be amazing. Sadly that wasn’t the case, lets go over it.

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The burger had:

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Now I was hoping for an interesting vegan patty, not a meat alternative patty. I respect a vegan burger not when it tries to imitate a real one but rather when it tries to take its own identity. This patty was also drenched in spices that you would typically find in Indian cuisine, but unlike their lamb patties, this wasn’t balanced. You couldn’t really make a difference between the individual spices and ingredients in the patty, it had a very generic curry feel that didn’t excite me much. It just felt like a homogenous single flavour blob. It did give the right note though and thank god the toppings saved it.

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The onion bhaji was absolutely great. It gave great texture it had a nice onion depth of flavour that matched the spices and the sauces. I think it is so much better than generic onion rings you would find on some burgers. The batter is really what makes it tasty together with the right sauces. It was the centrepiece of the burger for sure.

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This is the first time I have had an aubergine chutney. On its own, it was very nice and had a certain depth that was appealing, the sweetness and the aubergine when well together. However, the spices overwhelmed it and the only thing left was the sweetness from it (end of the day that is what the chutney is for). I would have loved fewer spices or more chutney. It did go great with the bhaji though. I also liked its contrast with the Mint Riatha. They both worked great with each other, although I have to say the vegan riatha isn’t as great as the regular one. The sharpness of propper good yoghurt isn’t replicated.

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I liked the bun quite a bit! It was fluffy, it wasn’t soggy it had a sweet note and worked with the rest of the ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  10/10

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Just go visit Vinegar Yard, it is great. Good beer and good food everywhere!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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Indian vegan burgers aren’t a frequent sight and it is quirky for sure.

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Curry in a Bun

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I went to one of my first food markets since I was back from my holiday. And boy was I pleasantly surprised to find Vinegar Yard at London Bridge. A great location with a lot of seating, a fantastic view of the Shard, a plethora of drinks available and a few good food stalls. I went for the Nanny Bill’s burgers. I have heard of them before but never tried them so this was an opportunity.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This burger hit all the right spots, and I was very impressed. Few tweaks and that is an easy 10/10, it was playing with a lot of intense flavours and making them all shine through is difficult. You know I give a TEN only when the burger flirts with my soul and this wasn’t exactly it, quite good nonetheless.

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The burger had:

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I love this new trend of hand-pressed beef patties. It is a great way to celebrate the beef and bring most of the flavours out of it. Compared to the smashed patties it isn’t very thin so you still get some of those burger juices flowing through. However, you have much more and much even char on each side that brings a lot of flavour with each bite. The meat quality was good, it was a fatty cut (maybe 30%) and the seasoning was alright. The bacon was nice, and it is always tricky to get it right with regular patties but with the hand-pressed ones it goes so well. The flavours play with each other so much more. Bacon wasn’t the best, not as the previous burger I had, but pretty tasty overall. The smoky feel was very welcomed.

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American cheese just goes so well with hand-pressed patties, it gives that classic junky feel that is such a familiar taste. Using different cheeses is risky and a lot of burger joints are cautious about doing so.

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The sauces were tasty. The bacon jam brought a lot of that sweetness and intensified the bacon flavour. The house sauce went very well with it, it was a classic with a seasoning twist. I was expecting a bit more heat from the hot sauce and a bit more of a classic flavour like a Scotch Bonnet. The sauces were heavy and had a strong base, the acidity came from the pink onions and I would have loved a bit more from them in between the bites. The lettuce was unnecessary, even in larger amount I don’t think it was going to shine through

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  10/10

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Just go visit Vinegar Yard, it is great. Good beer and good food everywhere!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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I have to commend the large croquet made of beef brisket that came with the burger. Very flavourful and a great touch to a great burger

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Jammin’ with Food

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I have heard of Blockbuster Burgers for a while but they have always been out of range or not in the area. Now I have a burger spot to recommend if someone is going around Victoria Park. The puns in the menu made me smile, and I’m excited to visit the place in person.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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After the first bite, “Wild Things” happened, I felt “Tremors” under my feet, and I got “Footloose”. A proper “First Class” delivery, my dear Kevin Bacon. There was a bit of “The Darkness” though…

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The burger had:

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The score is high because of the great meat in the burger. The patty wasn’t too big, but it was very well seasoned. The cut had a good proportion between lean and fat, and it was considering the bacon. Although thinner (it was a wide burger), it still managed to remain juicy in the middle and had an excellent tasty char on the outside. The bacon was bloody gorgeous. This is maybe the best bacon I have had even and especially on a burger. It was thick so it wasn’t only for texture. It was strong and very flavourful but somehow wasn’t dominating everything else, and I enjoyed that. It struck a perfect balance, and you could also feel the beef patty and trust me, not too many places can do it right.

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The cheddar was for sure the right choice of cheese, especially with that bacon. It provided nice depth and nuttiness, and it was present in every bite; I liked that. However, I can’t say that for the rest of the ingredients.

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Individually the tomato was OK, the lettuce was a bit too little for my taste (put some or don’t put at all), the onion jam was nice but nothing mind-blowing, the red onions were lovely but too little. And some ingredients were present in one bite, some in other, and I maybe had 1-2 bites of the whole experience. There was some balance to the flavours, but every bite that didn’t have the pickled onions was a worse one. Don’t get me wrong, it was still pretty good, but getting that right could push it for a 10/10.

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I liked the chills mayo because it had character, and it gave a tiny bit of hotness. Although, at some point, with all the sauces, mayo, and jam, I realised that the fluffy brioche ended up being quite soggy. The brioche was the right size for the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  8/10

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Their fries were pretty damn good. And they had a plethora of sides to select from together with a selection of drinks. It seems like an excellent burger joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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It was more or less a classic British Burger recipe with a bacon twist. The theming of the menu and the venue helps too.

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It is a Movie Start!

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Lawless City Burgers is a fairly new van in the area I live and I’ve already had two burgers that I liked. Decided to go back and try another one. This time it was a simpler burger that is a simple classic. Simple burgers like these are one of the easiest ways to judge the execution at a burger place.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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This is a very classic burger recipe with a light sauce twist that does hit you nostalgically yet delivers something more.

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The burger had:

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As you may know, I’m a fan of smashed patties. They are very popular nowadays so I have had my fair share of those and I know exactly what to look for. The previous time I had a Lawless City Burger smashed patty there were plenty of other toppings that generally made it work well as a recipe although I still had criticism for it. But this time the meat had nothing to hide behind and the problems shined through even more. Smashed patties rely on this amazing char you can get on the top and bottom of the patty that gives that deep beef flavour and a nice texture to it. In this case, it was simply thinned out and cooked through. And although delicious and well seasoned it didn’t provide the juiciness of thick burger patty or the intensity of a smashed one. Considering this was one of the few things on the burger the negatives were very obvious.

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The American cheese wasn’t a bad choice, it was present in the bites and it melted through. It gave that junky feel that you expect from a cheeseburger. The sauce was pretty good, a twist of a classic burger sauce. It didn’t blow my mind but it was good

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The bread bun was a bit more than it should have been for this kind of burger. If there were two patties it was going to be perfect. Sadly it wasn’t toasted but it was fresh, fluffy and delicious.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  3/10

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Cheesy fries weren’t anything special. Just American cheese melted over blanched curly fries. Would have loved more character for the fries or better cheese on top.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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It’s a cheeseburger.

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Freedom was Smashed!

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I have been craving some lamb burgers recently and I decided to go for one from Brewdog. They have always had interesting recipes and it is one of the best places for me to hang out. It is like the hipster Millennial Wetherspoons. I have been quite impressed with some of the previous things I have tried.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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This is for sure one of the weakest food experiences I have had at Brewdog. There were several things that didn’t work as expected. I have tried a similar recipe with the BabaG burgers so I knew what to expect more or less.

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The Burger had:

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The meat was one of the main issues. Lamb is difficult meat to work with. It has a signature flavour but many people find it intense and can be challenging to soften it or balance it out. One way you do that is via spices that bring the right flavours out. Or you can do like Brewdog and just chuck an enormous amount of spice so it tastes like a generic Indian spiced meat. This could have been any meat and I don’t think the flavour was going to be different. It was way too intense. This was going to be fine if it impacted only the patty but the spices overwhelmed the other ingredients.

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Onion bhajis have great texture but their flavour was completely lost in between everything else.

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The mango chutney is a lovely ingredient that you tend to associate with Indian food and is very delicious and sweet. The right amount and the balance shines through, too much and the sweetness starts to hit you hard. In this case, it was quite sweet, which made it at least a bit more distinguishable from the spice wave that was the patty. However, on its own, it was flavourful and had a nice kick to it.

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The yoghurt is usually there with lamb to strike balance. To be the yin to the heavy yang flavours. Sadly that wasn’t the case, it was mostly missing and present only in few bites.

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The bun was nice. It was fluffy but not soggy and seemed the right choice for the flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favourite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and let’s face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Lamb patties aren’t as popular as I would expect. Most lamb recipes play it safe

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The patty is not Dune

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I have been slow to publish my reviews but I have been having a bit of a longer break. So expect a bit of spam from me in the coming weeks. One of the new places I visited during my last stay in Sofia, Bulgaria was Burger Faktory. It is a name I have heard for a while but it was never on my way. I was expecting a bit more but it had good foundations and it can definitely be better

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger has very good foundations. There is something with the proportions and the sizes of the meat and the bun that don’t work out and that is one of the main issues with it, lets dive deeper.

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The burger patty is hand-pressed and I have to say I was expecting less. It was well cooked it was juicy and very well seasoned. Few things that don’t always happen at the same time. Yes, it could have been more pinkish or the cut for the meat could have been fattier but generally, it was a very good burger. They were using some “minced meat” Bulgarian spice which I really appreciated, it wasn’t strange it just fitted a classic burger experience. The patty was a bit small for the size of the bun and that was an issue. The bites, in the beginning, didn’t have enough of the patty and it was overwhelming towards the middle of the burger.

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The cheddar was nice. It was the correct cheese for a classic recipe. It was all over the patty and it was well melted but I think it was again… the bread that made it a bit lacking.

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I generally liked the salady part of the burger. The lettuce was shredded but it was less than it should be in my opinion, either put more or don’t put at all. The tomato was OK, I have definitely had better in Bulgaria and worse elsewhere. The pickles and the onion provided that acidity, sharpness and brightness through the bites. If the bread wasn’t as overwhelming maybe it was going to be much tastier. The sauce didn’t help up with the roundup between the salad and the patty. It was simple Heinz burger sauce, which isn’t bad necessarily but the sauce is what gives your burger soul most of the time and here it was just lacking.

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The bread was the biggest issue. It was both very tall and bready but also much wider than the patty allowed for. Because it was so much it made the whole burger feel quite dry and you couldn’t shine with the flavour. If I can recommend one thing to fix for the burger is, reduce the size of the bun.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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A burger joint with a large selection of burgers but not as many sides or drinks. Didn’t have the opportunity to try the fries so I can’t say much about that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky here.

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Too much bread

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So I’m back in Bulgaria so the first burger I had to eat was the SA7OSH2 by Skapto since we collaborated on it in December. I have to say it feels pretty awesome to have the @kzmburgers on the side of an item in the menu! \"\" I had loads of fun during the collaboration and almost everyone I have spoken with likes it more than the previous version which is awesome. I liked it more as well but it did have its issues.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is a very THIC BOY. Even I have trouble taking a bite through this monster and I’m a large lad with a lot of burger-eating experience. At the same time, the ridiculous size of the burger is part of its character. There is a line there somewhere…

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The meat was soo much better than any of my previous Skapto experiences. It was very juicy full of flavour, well seasoned. It had a nice springiness to it reminiscent of the Balkan style burgers but the beef flavour was especially prominent. I really liked the fact that the patties seemed slightly thinner. The bacon was very inconsistently cooked but that kind of help. You had chared crispy bits and soft bits through the bites. The bacon favour carried through each mouthful. I liked it for sure and it rounded up the meat experience. Let’s talk cheese. This is where one of my bigger inputs came and that was the seasoning in the deep-fried yellow cheese. It was much more present and had much more character in the burger. I liked it quite a bit and it is one of the “main attractions” in the burger. The cheese was gooey and its crust was crispy and golden. The cheddar however was a bit of a miss. I’m not sure about its purpose in the burger. You already have cheese that provides that gooey feel but the flavours start to overwhelm each other. In few bites the cheddar was present but in most of them, I wouldn’t have minded if it wasn’t there at all. One of my other inputs which I think was realised very well was “more relish”. The Gherkins and the marinated onions brought that acidity and that balance to the burger. Deep-fried cheese and bacon are heavy hitters and you need something to offset them and I think that was done quite well. There was a good tang and crunch. The only problem is the size of the burger made them fall off the burger. The rocket is one of my favourite salads but in the previous version its pepperiness was too much and if you want salad the lettuce is a better choice… but please… shred the F*ing lettuce. Like all the sauces and juices are falling off the burger instead of soaking into the bun. And the full leaf lettuce makes it easy for my burger toppings to fall off and experience less of it. The Skapto sauce was nice, it provided a consistent baseline through the bites, but there was so much going on in the burger I couldn’t really tell what was coming from it. Brioches were nice, springy and flavourful, they were toasted but there was so much sauce and juices, it eventually got a bit soggy. I like the fact they weren’t too sweet.  

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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In terms of burger joints, I have to say this is one of the more full-featured experiences in Sofia. You have great sloppy fries. Plenty of choice in terms of drinks and junky sides. They have decent beer choice which in my eyes is a great addition to any burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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An interesting junky style burger. I liked it and it has a charm for sure.

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Collab done right!

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So a few years ago I was recommended Bleecker’s burgers by colleagues. And when I tried it I wasn’t as impressed as everyone hyped it to be, sure the meat was good but everything else wasn’t there. You can check my previous review, it was 7/10. In 2020 Bleecker won the UK national burger award (which I found out after I ate the burger) with their double cheeseburger, so I was pretty lucky with picking it for dinner.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This is a burger that celebrates simplicity and classic flavours. I loved it, I can’t find much fault with it and the only reason it isn’t a 10 is I didn’t have that soulful moment I have with the burgers I rate 10/10. Maybe if I get it fresh once lockdown finished it will be a different story.

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The burger had:

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The patties were amazing. You have that flavourful fatty cut. They were very juicy and had that tasty char you want on the top of your patties. The seasoning was just right. You can put those patties on any burger and it will immediately be a 7… What makes a good patty great is that depth of the flavour which many burger places are missing and this was done just right.

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The cheese was a classic American cheese. It was present in every bite, very nicely melted and with plenty of flavour. A double cheeseburger almost always has such a better cheese presence compared to a regular cheeseburger.

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The onions were great and on point. They provided that right level of acidity and sweetness, very reminiscent of the classic burgers you have grown up with ( mostly McDonald’s). It is a great topping that you just need to make sure you have put plenty of so there is the right kind of balance.

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The sauce was good, it was for sure a classic burger sauce but I couldn’t really round it up. It was there in the essence and flavour in the burger but wasn’t distinct, maybe that was the soul piece that was missing for this burger to be a 10. The juices and the sauces were enough to make the bottom bit of the bun get a bit soggy. But I’m a bit more forgiving these days about that considering it is delivered.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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To be honest, the variety of sides and drinks isn’t the best, and for the size of the burgers, they are a bit pricy. The fries are decent but the toppings make them what they are.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Just burgers, nothing more, nothing less

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“Award Winning” Confirmed!

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Beer and Burger was a recent recommendation by a good friend of mine who is also a foodie. So you can imagine when my burger review list was free, I was pretty happy to grab one of those. Sadly I’m doing keto, so I couldn’t get a beer with it; a burger was big enough of a cheat already!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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I’m very sure we have passed the trend of gourmet burgers, and now we are striving to perfect the classic recipes and bring that OG flavour back on the table. This was an awesome classic recipe.

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The burger had:

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I love smashed patties. And these weren’t very smashed, which meant they could get the flavourful crust from the smashing, but it was still juicy and flavourful. The beef was of good quality; it had a chunkier grind; I really liked that the cut, it was fatty, and the flavour was present in every bite: really good patties all and all. The bacon was crispy but not dry and quite tasty. I loved it, and it contributed the right amount of sweetness to the overall recipe.

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The cheese was good. It was classic American cheese that melted very well and brought that classic cheeseburger flavour to the table. I liked it, but I would have loved more of it. It was, for sure, missing from some of the bites. The burger brought these diner-style vibes in a good way.

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I think the relish is where this burger shined really well. Both the gherkins and the chopped onion gave that amazing acidity to contrast the beef, cheese and sauce. They brought balance to the bites. It was also very reminiscent of the McDonalds pickle flavour. I think this is a really good example of how two simple popular ingredients used in the right way with the right intensity can round up a burger easily.

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The sauce I liked a lot. It was really good on its own, but its flavour profile wasn’t present in every bite, and I would have preferred a tiny bit more of it to round it up. It didn’t drip, and the bun wasn’t soggy from it, which was great. Talking about the bun, I was happy to see a fresh, sweet and fluffy classic burger bun, very delicious indeed. It was moist on the inside slightly toasted on the outside. Honestly, with few tweaks in the proportions, this could easily go for 10/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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I got the chicken wings and the coleslaw as sides. The chicken wings were very good and stupidly cheap for the amount you get. The coleslaw was nice, but it became nicer after a squish of lime.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty.

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Mouthwatering Burger Classic

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I realised I didn’t have a burger in the pipeline for review… which is very rare. So I went back to a recent favourite Greedy Cow. Last time I was very impressed by their patty execution and their sauces so I had high expectations and I wasn’t disappointed!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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In contrast to the previous burger I had, this one worked with many ingredients and very heavy flavours. I tend to gravitate towards heavy flavours but the truth is they rarely work out well

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was again really good. I would say, not as amazing as last time but still among the best I have had. Loads of flavour decent seasoning (could have been a bit better). You get that beef flavour through every bite and even though there are heavy flavours it is never put on the backfoot. There was a good tasty char on the outside and it was juicy in the middle. From the meat side of things, I was a bit conflicted on the saucisson. It didn’t have the classic flavour you would expect, was very… stretchy in the bites. It still provided a lot of depth of flavour. If it was diced and in a more classic styled it would have worked better IMO.

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I should use Reblochon more in my recipes… first time I’m having this cheese in a burger and boy does it work well. It melts great, it has a very specific nutty and heavy flavour and it goes great with the meat. It is strong enough on its own so it isn’t lost in between the other heavy flavours. Really loved it and I’m looking forward to using it again.

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The crispy onions were both a highlight and a letdown. This is maybe the best crispy onions version I have had in a burger. They were actually crispy the texture was great; the crunch was following through every bite. However, I was hoping for a more oniony (it is a real word) flavour. Not sure if it was the types of onions used or something else but I was expecting a bit more.

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The Dijon mustard was a great choice. I swear to God they use a version with a little truffle oil but it could have hinted from the rest of the heavy ingredients. It wasn’t too sharp and it was mellowed out with some mayo so I was missing the kick a bit. It is a preference though.

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The lettuce and the tomato were both the biggest let down in the burger. Tomato was very plain and lacked flavour or character. The Lettuce was only a single leaf and provided nothing to the whole experience. Either double down and have that pallet cleansing green or just get rid of it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Had the chicken wings and they were just as good as last time. I was a bit disappointed with the coleslaw as it was drenched in mayo (recently I have become a coleslaw expert)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty

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Stonks Frenchy

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Gaucho is a steak house that I noticed recently in the food delivery app. It looked delicious and it is an expensive steak house so I had very high expectations. However, I was very disappointed by the whole experience. It was actually a bit sad.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 2/10

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So this is possibly the worst burger I have ever tried. I honestly prefer any McDonald’s burger compared to this. So what went wrong?

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The burger had:

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The meat patty did everything wrong. The order came quickly so I was expecting a warm/hot patty however it was very obvious that it was reheated. I’m pretty sure the patty was boiled but I can’t be sure. The meat was uniformly grey and it wasn’t juicy at all. The seasoning was a myth for the chefs and there was no char or crust. I don’t care what is the quality of the meat because you couldn’t taste it or see it for that matter. The patty was very disappointing

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When I looked at the menu I was very excited about the tomato jam. Executed perfectly this would be a great combination of tangy and sweet, a perfect relish for a simple burger. However, what I got was three sliced and quickly pan-fried cherry tomatoes that could have come from a can without any seasoning. The disappointment hurt more than the actual taste. The onions were ok, they were the little redeeming flavour the burger had.

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The lettuce was a single leaf and not sliced. It made things slippery and it was soggy, it really had no purpose. Combine it with simple mayo and the patty was slipping away from the bun.

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The brioche was the best thing in the burger by far. It was glossy with light crust soft on the inside and not soggy at all and nicely toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  3/10

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The loaded fries I got with the burger managed to make the whole order more manageable. But hey we’re good because of the loaded part and not the fries necessarily.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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I really had hope for that tomato jam once I saw it in the menu but since it was that disappointing and the rest was a classic recipe… nothing quirky here.

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Painfully Bad

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This is my second experience with Lawless city burger and I’m very impressed with the local burger joint. They for sure have space to grow and they do a lot of things right. They are straying away from the gourmet burgers and going for more dirty/diner/junk-food style burgers and it is working out very well. Quite tasty and I think I’ll be ordering another one soon.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The Outlaw’s Duty is a very meaty and saucy burger and this just hits a spot for me.

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The burger had:

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The smashed patties were well executed. The meat was of very good quality and was nice and fatty. The patty was supposed to be smashed but was more on the borderline in my opinion. It was still juicy in the middle but it didn’t have the flavourful burned crust on the outside. Nonetheless, it had developed a really good flavour. My only critique is it needed a tiny bit more seasoning to make it great.

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Swiss cheese is such a good choice for a burger. It has a very nice depth of flavour that compliments the beef and in this case the mushroom flavours as well. It melted nicely and was present in every bite.

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The sauces were truly the centrepiece of the whole burger. The creamy mushroom flavour popped in every bite and complimented the beef and cheese in a great way. There was a lot of depth in flavour and it was very well seasoned. I really really liked this sauce. I think the aioli provided more body to the sauce but I’m not entirely sure for its purpose. The tomato provided a very distinct, slightly fresh and acidic bite to the rest of the ingredients and it helped balance that flavour. Even though it wasn’t the top quality it was good enough!

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The bun was again the weakest part of the burger. Especially with all the sauces, it got quite soggy. It is great I eat the burger quickly otherwise I think it would have dissolved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  5/10

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Tried the loaded fries, they were very tasty but it was more the loading than the fries if you get what I mean.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Interesting recipe. A fun saucy experience and a tasty take on mushrooms.

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Heavy Flavours

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Not sure what is happening culturally within the burger space but more and more burgers I’m trying recently are really going for that diner style/junky food McDonalds/Burger King experience. The gourmet burger that was very popular few years back is now taking a back seat to this much more classic feel that focuses on nostalgia and good ingredients. Lawless City Burger is an example of a pop up burger place that is focusing on the more rustic experience.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is a very classic burger recipe with a light sauce twist that does hit you nostalgically yet delivers something more.

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the beef patty. It was a middle ground between a smashed and a full sized patty, so you did get a bit of the flavourful charred fat with the juicy middle. It was very well seasoned and the beefy flavour was well highlighted. The meat was of good quality and had a fatty cut for sure, I did like the feel of it.

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The cheese was the bit that really pushed the junky burger feel. It was classic processed burger cheese that melts well. It was plenty, flavourful and it simply built upon the concept.

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The relish is what brought the burger to the next level, the combination of the tangy gherkins and jalapenos with the kick from them really added that balance to the bite. The gherkins really reminded me of that classic McDonalds cheese burger feel and the hot that followed from the Jalapenos and the siracha sauce followed quite well. The onions were a bit lost for me though. I would have loved that crunchy texture to be more present as well as the flavour.

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Lettuce wasn’t sliced and you know how I feel about it. It didn’t really showed through the burger, I would have loved some more. The tomato was of decent quality although it could have been better but it built upon well with the siracha and mayo sauce.

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The bun wasn’t very impressive. It was on the dry side and too neutral it wasn’t much except a burger holder.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  4/10

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Received complimentary fries which was great. They were tasty but a bit more on the soggy rather than crunchy side. They were well seasoned but nothing spectacular

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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A very classic recipe that accents pickles and hot flavours. Not completely standard but not unheard of.

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Justice is Served

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The last burger from the vegan series is the Buffalo Vurger from VurgerCo. I have had seitan ( not Satan) in a burger before and you can check one of my reviews that uses a similar version of it. I have to say it has a very similar texture to a chicken but it has a bit more character on its own. You can definitely figure out it isn’t a chicken, unlike the Beyond Meat burger patty.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Seitan is wheat gluten that is alternative to soybeans. It is shaped and cooked frequently as a chicken alternative and it is oddly close and tasty. It has a tad bid of a distinctive flavour that gives it character

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The burger had:

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The “chicken” was cut more as goujons. The coating wasn’t the crispiest, the centre had a bite to it and was chewy but in a good way. As I mentioned before I like the fact that seitan has a bit more character it feels like chicken but with a bit of flavour. I could easily see it better if it is celebrated differently. Not sure it matches the dark meat of a chicken though. I was hoping the Buffalo sauce that was coated all over to be spicier. It was tasty but I was expecting more

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The mozzarella was a bit of a disappointment. It added a cheesy feel but not really much flavour. All the flavours were coming from the sauces and the salad. I haven’t tried many vegan kinds of cheeses so I’m not sure what is the right choice to recommend. Maybe more spices with the melted mozzarella would have pushed it in the right direction

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The gherkins were a great pop of brightness together with the onions. They provided nice acidity and brought balance to the chicken and the sauces. The combination of flavour stood out. It is a great example of using relish to bump your burger experience. The thing that brought a lot of body on the table was the baconnaise it was surprisingly close to the real thing although it was fully vegan as everything else on the many. It brought that smokiness which combined with the Buffalo sauce and the relish brought the distinctive flavour in the burger.

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The brioche was OK, it held things together nicely but it didn’t impress me with anything specific except for the fact it is done without milk and butter.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –  -/10

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Didn’t have anything else except the burger but the sides seemed nice!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Vegan burgers are interesting for sure and it isn’t every day that you find them or eat them (unless you are a vegan I guess)

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Seitan is not Satan

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So not sure if you are familiar but a lot of people are doing Veganuary (not I, don’t worry). But this was a good opportunity to try Vurger Co. They have been on my radar for a while and as vegan burgers have become more popular it seemed like a good time to try it. They have opened a venue closer to where I live so all the stars had aligned.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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So recently I have had a few more Beyond Meat burger patties so I kind of know exactly what to expect. As mentioned before the flavour coming out of Beyond Meat is comparable if not better than a lot of burger joints.

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The burger had:

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The Beyond Meat patty was juicy and had a very classic burger patty flavour. It actually felt more on the greasy side and closer to a junky style burger. Not sure if it was the flavour combinations or the way it is cooked. I’m impressed yet there is always something missing compared to a high quality meat patty, a certain depth of flavour.

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Now the vegan cheese is not usually something I’m hyped about. But this hit the classic melted cheese vibe. It built upon the junk food vibes and it tasted well.

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The fun part is that in the vegan burger the weakest part were the vegetables. The gherkins had a nice nostaligia hit. Together with the patty and the cheese they created a very McDonaldsy feel, I would have loved a few more though. The tomato wasn’t great, not too much flavour and not the ripeness you would expect. The lettuce was more on the soft rather than crunchy side, I didn’t really feel the need for it.

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I did like the sauce it was reminiscent of a classic burger – relish, mayo ketchup, it helped the junky theme.  The bun was a bit on the soggy side but tasty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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Didn’t have anything else except the burger but the sides seemed nice!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It isn’t every day that you eat a vegan burger. It is strange that you get these classic junky burger flavours from a vegan recipe. The difference between expectations and reality is the most shocking.

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Posh Vegan McDonalds

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Another week in lockdown another burger for delivery! I’m happy that slowly the range of Deliveroo is extended so I have access to more burgers to try. I literally finished the ones in my area last year. This time I’m checking out Greedy Cow a small place in Mile End, East London. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect but it seemed like a place that knows a lot about meat… and it does.

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\nHow tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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A very simple burger that highlights execution over recipe. This is a very high score for such a simple burger. As you know the less you have the more scrutiny there is on execution and the individual ingredients.

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The burger had:

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God, this burger patty was tasty. Only a few time has the patty had an intense beef smell like this one. It is a sign of great quality meat that is well cooked. I am very impressed by the execution. Nice crust, full of flavour and very juicy. Easily the centrepiece of the burger and the potential for a 10/10.

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The salad was where the burger let me down a bit. The tomato was a typical British tomato, pink not a lot of taste and a bit chewy… not the best. The lettuce was a bit lacking, I would have loved more. I’m happy it was shredded but the crunch was missing. I didn’t mind the fresh onion it was on the mild side hence it blended and complimented the salad and the patty well, but for sure a risky ingredient.

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The nutty flavour of the bone marrow was actually felt through the patty and burger. I guess it was a good amount and the fewer flavours helped it stand out. The burger sauce wasn’t mentioned in the menu but was surprisingly good. A very good interpretation of a classic burger sauce. It had the right amount of body and tang. The sauce was the right amount so the bun wasn’t soggy. The bun was firm and tasty. I’m coming back for sure.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The fries were crispy on the outside and of on the inside. I also had some wings and ribs and boy was I happy. I want to visit this place once the pandemic is over

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger. But it isn’t every day you eat a gorgeous patty

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I don’t have a Beef with you

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As you can frequently expect from me, a burger joint review is followed by a second one. My sidekick went for the buttermilk fried chicken burger, which sounded great on paper. It was a tiny bit better. However, I’m sad to say that even the simpler recipe (compared to the previous ) was disappointing.  Wicked burgers, you have to work on your execution game!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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This is a straightforward burger recipe that should rely almost entirely on execution. There is nothing mystical about the recipe except for the sauce.

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The burger had:

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The chicken was a bit underwhelming. It was cooked, OK and it wasn’t dry. I was expecting a crunchier crust and insides melting in your mouth. What I got was a basic panko crust and not very flavourful chicken. The breast size was huge, which doesn’t speak well of the quality of the meat. I have great examples of good and tasty chicken burgers, but the execution is everything. Using the breast instead of the darker meat of the chicken also didn’t help with the flavour.

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The American cheese was felt through the bites as the rest of the ingredients didn’t stand on their own. Although I would have preferred either no cheese or double down. Chicken burger and cheese is a delicate combination to pull off; it is quite easy to make it useless or overpowering.

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The “sauce” was less spicy buffalo style sauce +  basic mayo and not good off the shelf mayo… the basic ones. Quite runny and all over the burger. Higher quality mayo but less would have done a lot for the burger.  The buffalo side was decent but didn’t have the depth of flavour you want from it. The lettuce leaf was sliding out, and you know how I feel about non-shredded lettuce. Also, it should have been more to provide extra texture and contrast to the chicken.

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The brioche was quite nice, it held a large amount of mayo and wasn’t drenched like the previous one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Nothing special or quirky about the burger

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Not quite

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We start 2021 with a chicken burger from Wicked Burgers. Apparently, their chicken burgers are supposed to be better than their beef counterparts. You can check my previous review on Wicked Burgers here. I haven’t had a chicken burger in a while in the reviews. The truth is I don’t thin chicken burgers are truly burgers unless it is made of minced chicken but it is culturally accepted and liked so I’m adding them from time to time.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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This is sadly a good example of “just put stuff together” burger.

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The burger had:

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The chicken was a bit “eh” and it had nothing in common with the description. It wasn’t dry which was nice but was quite bland for Caribbean style food. Jerk chicken can be incredibly flavourful when prepared correctly. I think the chicken wasn’t grilled properly and was mostly cooked “steamed”. The size of the chicken breast didn’t put much faith into the quality of the chicken either but you can make almost any chicken taste well with the right spices and cooking technique. Grilled chicken should fall off, it wasn’t badly cooked but it could have been so much better. Also, the amount of chicken made the burger very filling but quite difficult to eat.

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The caramelised pineapple was the accent and twist for the burger. I believe it is a very good idea and I think it would go amazing with the jerk flavours if they were more present. The pineapple was providing much more flavour compared to the chicken and overpowering it from time to time. The sweetness didn’t gel too well with the enormous amount of mayo. Talking about the mayo… come on, put less and make it quality. This was definitely below Heinz/Hellmans quality mayo. The BBQ sauce was also too much and kind of made everything even messier.

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The lettuce was very little and drenched in mayo so I didn’t see the purpose for it. The bun ended up breaking down and didn’t help with the whole “burger” experience.

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Generally, the burger had good ideas but poor execution. It wasn’t horrible but I was expecting at least a bit more.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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That pineapple had a very good intention but I don’t think it worked out.

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Wicked (Love – 40) Review

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Boro Bistro is a hidden gem right below London Bridge. It is one of those places which I have glanced but never went to and now I’m sorry.  This is a French bistro that is very cosy and has great cuisine from what I tasted. I didn’t go with the expectation to have a burger, but boy… I was not disappointed! I have had French-style burgers in Hache and they were good but not that good. It’s a10/10 ladies and gentlemen!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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The balance of the burger is stunning and it has happened because all the ingredients are quality and are doing their job

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The burger had:

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The chef in Boro Bistro made the patty absolutely delicious. The meat was leaner than I usually recommend but it worked so well, it was more delicate but neither of the ingredients overpowered it. The flavour was enhanced by the peppercorn. It immediately reminded me of a classic French steak with peppercorn sauce but in the package and simplicity of a burger. A really great execution that fitted the recipe perfectly.

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I have never had Comte cheese on a burger before. I didn’t know it melts so blissfully. It is very milky in flavour and creamy in texture but it worked really nice. It reminds you of brie but it melts much better. There was plenty on the burger, if they had put less it wasn’t going to be as good. It wasn’t shadowing the patty but played in a great way with the salad and sauce.

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The tomato was fresh and juicy and had plenty of flavour, which wasn’t something I was expecting in the middle of winter in London. The salad was enough to provide both a crunch and freshness to cleanse the pallet and reset the bite. It could have been a bit more but even then, it was felt through every mouthful.

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The burger sauce was something I didn’t expect since it wasn’t even mentioned in the menu. It had a mayo base that combined well with the tomato flavours but it had a lot of other intensity similar to harissa but I can’t really put my finger on it. What I can say is it brought the burger together. The cheese, tomato and sauce supported the beef throughout every bite and that is exactly what you want from a burger sauce.

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The brioche was firm yet fluffy. It was toasted and had that springy feel. It was more neutral than sweet which just complimented the whole thing. It was a great burger holder that wasn’t soggy and helped you catch all the flavours.

A really nice surprise. A delicious 10/10 burger from Boro Bistro and a great way to end the reviews for 2020!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10  

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On top of the amazing burger, I have to say these are some of the best chicken wings I have tried and the fries are very good as well. You have a nice choice of draft Belgian beer to compliment it all. 

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10  

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There isn’t something too quirky about the burger except for the cheese. It had a very classic feel.

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Fantastique!

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I’m not the quickest to write my reviews and my burger notes are still haunting me in my todo list. Hence that is why you are seeing more burgers from my trip to Bulgaria. This week I’m reviewing a local favourite Skaptoburger. Although if you see my previous review, you will see I haven’t been very impressed by the burger joint but let’s revisit!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was an interesting burger. I liked the concept but I think the execution was a bit lacking. The burger had:

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The meat was ok. This time it was salted and had plenty of flavour due to the char. It was much better than last time, but I was still kind of expecting more. A fattier cut might have been better. The bacon combined well and added much more flavour to the beef patty. The crispy texture was very welcomed through the bites. The fact that the burger had two thin patties was a bit disappointing. Either go smash patties or go for a big one. Thin ones don’t provide the juiciness or the flavour in the same way.

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The deep-fried yellow cheese was the centrepiece for this burger for sure. This isn’t a common condiment and I like the idea a lot. For those who don’t know yellow cheese is one of the traditional Bulgarian cheeses that is very buttery and tends to have a milky flavour. It has been a staple in Bulgarian places for years. This one was a bit meh… It reminds you of the right thing but it isn’t executed well. The crust should be crunchy the flavour of the cheese should be deeper (you can work it with spices as well). I was helping for the cheddar to be more active but for some reason, it was very subdued by the deep-fried yellow cheese and the rest of the flavours.

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The salad was a good idea for a heavy burger like this, but the proportions were all wrong. They could have been missing the salad and the flavour was going to be the same. I think a relish, a lot of lettuce, more onions or a nice pickle would have gone great with this but the salad was just missing. The sauce was there but didn’t have distinctive characteristic it felt like a mayo heavy classic burger sauce without the pickles.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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In terms of burger joints, I have to say this is one of the more full-featured experiences in Sofia. You have great sloppy fries. Plenty of choice in terms of drinks and junky sides. If you are hungry

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10 You wouldn’t have a burger like this anywhere else. I think if the recipe is polished this can be a top quirky experience especially for people who haven’t had the Bulgarian fried cheese.

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Artery Destroyer

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  I think that in the last few weeks I have been alienating my London audience since I have been spamming burgers from Bulgaria and elsewhere. So I decided to have a burger and break it up a bit ( I still have a few more reviews from Bulgaria left). This time I went for a very safe delivery choice – Honest Burgers. I have had plenty of their burgers and I’m generally pretty happy with them. I would say from the popular gourmet burger joints they maintain the highest average score. I also decided to go for the last burger on the menu I haven’t tried.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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With time my burger taste has evolved and I have started to also enjoy more simple burgers also. And the Beef is very simple in its recipe which leaves everything to the execution. The burger had:

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Now if you check my previous Honest burger reviews, you will see that I always complain about the same thing – unseasoned patties. Quality meat doesn’t mean instant flavour and you need to season it well to pull out that beefy juicy goodness. Well, the Beef burger is doing that great. This is one of the best patties I have had from Honest and pretty good overall. It was juicy, with a good amount of caramelization and char. It had enough salt and pepper to pop the flavour snd it balanced out with the rest of the ingredients. It didn’t blow me away with flavour but it was just right The red onion relish (which basically felt like chutney but maybe not as sweet) was lovely. It had plenty of flavours – a lot of sweet to go with the charred patty, that classic caramelized onion flavour that we like on meat. It wasn’t too much or too little. It was the other accent present in every bite and I think Honest did a good job. The salad is where the burger needs a bit more… literally. Normally Honest burgers execute well on their burger condiments but this time I would have loved  2x – 3x times more lettuce. It was noticed gently only in few of the bites. In the same time, I’m pretty sure there was some fresh onion in the shredded lettuce (thank you) that have that kick of acidity and I liked a lot. The salad was a great pallet cleanser and balanced out the chutney and beef in a great way. Putting more to be felt through every bite would fit the flavour profile perfectly. The brioche was good. Soft and spongey. There weren’t too many sauces so it didn’t go soggy but I would have liked a bit more of a toast

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I swear to got Honest has some of the best fries. They are crispy and full of flavour. Quite well balanced with the rosemary and are very easy to inhale.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky except for the fact burger places don’t do as simple burgers

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SImplistic

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I still have plenty of burgers to review from my trip to Bulgaria. Burgero is one of the popular burger joints in Varna and I met there with the local burger expert. Apparently, they have an interesting way of preparing the patties where they first boil them and then finish them off on the grill (which sounds weird tbh but it works).

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The burger had a lot of going on for it and is one of the few times where the size has put me off. If I, as a large dude, can’t eat a burger, few people can. Don’t make your burgers tall make them wide if you want them to be big.

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The burger had:

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As you can see, nothing was missing from that burger. Let’s get to the point, the meat. The patty was boiled with beef stock and then grilled and I wasn’t sure what to expect. The truth is it was absolutely full of flavour however it was a bit on the well done and dry side. It wasn’t too bad but I can imagine a better execution if the same flavours and spices are used. I wouldn’t put the patty as a centrepiece in a simple burger but it actually worked well here. The bacon was tasty but I couldn’t find the mustard and honey flavour, only the sweetness. It complimented the flavourful beef and had good texture.

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The cheddar was a single slice in the middle of everything else and to be honest it was kind of lost in between everything. There were only one or two decent bites so I would recommend either commit to the cheese like a man and put 2 slices (at least) or back off and don’t put any.

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The Nduja was interesting but wasn’t as present as the title of the burger suggests and I’m not surprised. Nduja is potent but when in the mix with so many ingredients it is difficult to give it the flavour stage in your mouth. The few spicy bites I had were great but again the burger didn’t really allow for wholesome bites. 

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The burger overcompensated with salad and I’m not sure why. We had both lettuce and rocket which I believe is an overkill. IMO rocket is the best green salad topping for a burger with its peppery flavour. However, when you mix the fresh leaves of the lettuce they both kind of lose their purpose. I love tomato and especially a good Bulgarian tomato but I honestly don’t think it had a place in the recipe. It added flavour but nothing to combine with the rest except for the salads and aioli. I loved the gherkins as they provided the acidity and balanced out the bites

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The brioche wasn’t great, but it was small and the burger compensated in height which led to a very uncomfortable experience. The bread went soggy very quickly with all the juices dripping and in the middle of my meal I had moved to fork and knife.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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It was supposed to be a burger joint but it kinda had anything in between. When you have that many things on the menu it doesn’t speak well. The fries were OK but I was hoping for more.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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This is a very quirky burger, considering its shape, size and weird ingredients used. It isn’t your typical burger experience.

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A tall mofo

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Happy is the TGI Fridays of Bulgaria. You have tasty pre-prepped food that varies in quality depending on the location and has a choice from plenty of cuisines. It isn’t usually the restaurant I would go to, but it is a good place to visit for a casual quick bite. However, I heard from someone that their burger is good. I had to go and check it out because I didn’t really believe it. My expectations were very low but boy was I wrong.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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There have been a few occasions in which I have been so surprised by the quality of the burger. It just did all the things right. This time it was deli

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The burger had:

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“Black Angus” is a word thrown for beef quite quickly as a label, especially in Bulgaria. However, I have found that it is very variable in terms of quality and execution. This patty, however, was great! Flavour is there, the cut is fatty and helps with the juicy bites. It was well spiced with salt and pepper and dominant in every bite. It was in perfect balance with the bacon. The bacon was the right kind of chewy and crispy. The porky fatty flavour was complimenting every bite.

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The cheddar was done the right way… more than one slice. It was flavourful intense and managed to stay dominant in between the powerful meatiness. It finished the burger and nostalgically crept that classic cheeseburger flavour.

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Onions were felt great, they gave nice sweetness to the bite. They were a good amount and combined great with the mushroom sauce which was full of flavour. Who would have thought that onions and mushrooms go great with beef right? The burger was the right about of juicy and saucy.

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The brioche was one of the biggest hits. It was fluffy, springy and obviously well toasted. The toasted bit was cooked in the beef/pork fat which just enhanced the flavour and made my arteries question my food choices.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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There is a large selection on fries, sides and drink at the place. I wouldn’t say they are top quality but tasty non the less. There is something for everyone

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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There isn’t really anything quirky or new about the burger it is simply done well.

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An gusto experience

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Corner burgers are one of the most popular spots in Varna for burgers and last time I was there I enjoyed it but I wasn’t lightning struck. This time my opinion has changed. I also met with the local burger legend @burgmeon who made a guest review recently and has been exploring the Bulgarian burger scene. Check him out! This is the second burger I had at Corner burgers, it wasn’t as good as the previous one though.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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You guys know I like burgers with some cultural influence. Now this wasn’t taken to the extreme or embracing full its Mexican style but it had the direction. Some things worked very well and some were a bit of a miss.

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The burger had:

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The meat was good quality from a nice fatty cut. The flavour was there, it was delicious and went well with the rest of the ingredients. There weren’t any dominating flavours so that helped the beef shine through. The patty wasn’t as good as the smashed burger patties I had previously at Corner. Not sure if it was the crust or the fact that seasoning was lacking but a decent patty in general.

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The fact that there were two pieces of cheddar helped bring the flavour of the cheese through. I think this should be the standard for every thicker burger patty. It had that classic cheeseburger flavour that went well with the rest of the ingredients. The cream cheese was there more for the sauce and the simulation of creme fraiche but I don’t think it worked.

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The guacamole was a bit of a disappointment. It was neither the right consistency (way too liquidy), no chunks, flavour of the avocado was a bit lost and it wasn’t spicy at all. All the key ingredients like the onion and the tomato were out of it but they simply dominated over the flavour. The chilli sauce was very mild and present either so thank god for the good tomato and onion to save the day. Lettuce was nicely chopped and added good texture to the bite.

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The brioche was good – bouncy, fresh and nicely toasted. Few changes and this can be a great burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Flavourful fries, amazing hot sauces that are going to blow your brains our and more and good draft beer to quench your thirst, a burger joint that has it all

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It is for sure one of the more interesting burgers I have had recently. You don’t get Mexican influence in burgers frequently enough and although it could have been better this was a pretty good burger.

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Can’t Feel the Heat

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Corner burgers are one of the most popular spots in Varna for burgers and last time I was there I enjoyed it but I wasn’t lightning struck. This time my opinion has changed. I also met with the local burger legend @burgmeon who made a guest review recently and has been exploring the Bulgarian burger scene. Check him out!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Ever since my first experience with smashed patties burger with the Dead Hippie, I am in love with those burgers. They represent that junk food diner-style burger and are full of the classic junky burger flavour but just on a different level

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The burger had:
– 4x Smashed Beef Patties
– Cheddar
– Smoked Bacon
– Homemade BBQ sauce
– Pickles (Gherkins)
– Pickled Red Onions
– Brioche

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I am very impressed with the meaty flavour coming from this bad boy. You see when we have good beef a lot of that flavour is coming from that slightly burned crust where all the fat has integrated. The smashed patties embrace this flavour to the next level because almost the entire patty is that crust! Corner burgers have done a very good job and the execution is exactly what you expect. Well, seasoned and quality beef = a lot of flavours. The smoky bacon wasn’t too hard or too chewy, just the right amount. And the smoky pork brought a lot of different yet balanced flavour to the meaty experience.

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The burger embraced the cheddar very well. The benefit of smashed patties is that you put cheddar in between every single thin patty which means the impact of the cheese tends to be more compared to a regular burger. And we all know frequently there isn’t enough cheese. This wasn’t the case here, the cheddar was strong and tasty present in every bite and balancing great between the meat and the pickles.

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The BBQ sauce was one of the things I was afraid of. It is very easy to get it wrong and ruin the whole experience but I was impressed by the execution of the sauce. Not too sweet, tangy in the right way… quite tasty. I would have preferred some mayo variant for more body on the sauce but nonetheless a good job.

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The gherkins were great! They weren’t a sweet pickled but a sour one, which made that acidity shine through and bring balance to the bite! I absolutely loved them and they were generous with them which was important for the whole recipe. That good textured crunch also helped for the overall experience. I was however sad I didn’t feel much of the onion. It would have finished the burger perfectly but was rather missing from the mouthful. I think they but too little or the pickled nature made the flavour less intense.

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The brioche was nice and springy yet firm. Well toasted and a great vehicle for all the flavours.

Really good job Corner burgers, few tweaks and this is an easy 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Flavourful fries, amazing hot sauces that are going to blow your brains our and more and good draft beer to quench your thirst, a burger joint that has it all

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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Sadly you don’t get to experience smashed patties every day. There are not as popular, especially in the Bulgarian scene. We need more for sure!

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Smash that patty!

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The first burger I tried from Union Diner was a bit disappointing. They have an interesting recipe and quality ingredients but the execution was a bit off. Check it out here if you want. This one had a cool recipe and did much better than expected.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I have had similar recipes before and I enjoy them a lot. Korean style burgers bring a lot of interesting flavour to the table but what you are looking for is quality since the execution tends to be much simpler.

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The Burger had:

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The patty game was similar to the previous burger. Quality but not as flavourful as you would expect. It was slightly better salted than the previous but it could have used a bit more salt and pepper the very least. You want the salt activating that beef flavour. But there is little beef taste to activate when you have a lean cut of meat. I honestly don’t believe you can have a great burger with a lean patty ( Hope I get proven wrong ). Good size of the patty and the Swiss meat compensated a lot!.

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Even though we were in Switzerland I’m happy there was no unnecessary cheese in the burger. The recipe didn’t require it. What it had was kimchi but sadly not spicy enough. It had good texture but I would have preferred the kimchi flavour to be more potent. The sauce had kimchi as well but again couldn’t bring that intensity around.

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The egg was a very good baseline to build the other flavours around and it worked really well. Great with the beef, great with the sauces and great with the salad. I really like eggs on burgers.

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I think the cilantro and sour cream are a great combination but they would make more sense in my head if the bites were very spicy and intense and you needed a pallet reset, in this case they were simply part of the salad.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint was great. Good selection of burgers. Few good draft beers and absolutely great fries!! I loved them and I recommend them 100%!!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The recipe was interesting and I think with better execution the burger could have killed it.

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Kim Chi Boy

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I have been travelling for the last month so you will see me catching up with burger reviews in the coming weeks! During my travels I visited Switzerland and I had a burger at Union Diner. A highly rated place in the centre of Basel.
I have always wondered how good the burger would be at a place with such an organic choice of ingredients. And let’s face it the Swiss know their beef. So I chose the most interesting recipe with the most unpronounceable name.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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This burger didn’t go so well. I really like the idea of the recipe but things were not exactly right. This is a great example of quality meat and lack of substance

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The burger had:

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The patty was ok, but I was hoping for more. High quality and lightly salted the flavour was kind of there. The biggest issue was the cut and the fact it was way too lean. You want all that juicy flavourful fat in the middle of the burger. If I wanted steak I would have went for it. That quality of meat, with a better cut and a bit more salt and pepper would kill it!

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The cheese was something I haven’t heard of or tried and I have to admit the Swiss did well on that front… unsurprisingly. It had a light nutty flavour and melted nicely on top of the burger. It was enough so that it was present in most of the bites and combined well with the rest of the ingredients.

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Sadly the salad and the interesting part of the burger was the most disappointing. Sauerkraut is supposed to have a slight crunch and either acidic or acidic and sweet. This one was just sweet and kind of bland. The worst part is it wasn’t drained. That is ok when the juices are potent and full of flavour but that wasn’t the case. I have had worse for sure but this didn’t round up the experience, especially with a soggy bun. The pickles added a bit more of that kick that was missing from the sauerkraut I would have preferred a bit more crunch to them but tasty nonetheless. The fried onions and the classic burger sauce were ok and hinted that classic burger flavour but nothing special

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Patty was great, spongey, springy and tasty. A bit more of a toast and a bit less of sauerkraut juice it would have been top notch!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint was great. Good selection of burgers. Few good draft beers and absolutely great fries!! I loved them and I recommend them 100%!!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The recipe was interesting and I think with better execution the burger could have killed it.

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Strange Name

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I have been on a holiday for the last two weeks so that is why you haven’t seen any reviews from me.

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Before I went on a holiday I had a day to steam off at Brewdog with several pints of beer. And a better thing to have than a burger. My previous visit
to Brewdog I saw a burger that got my attention – Jackpot. So I decided I had to try an actual beef burger from Brewdog (since the previous one was from the plant-based patties)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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This was one of the meatiest burgers I have had. This recipe was so anti-vegan it basically compensated for the previous plant-based patty I had

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The Burger had:

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The patty was tasty. It was salted and had plenty of flavour, it could have been juicier but overall I was very happy with the burger. The meat quality was good and it had a fattier cut than most burger joints. The beef was for sure the core of the burger which is what you want from a recipe like this one. The bites of joy were the chorizo. It was lightly spicy had a nice kick and brighter up the bites the right way. It wasn’t overpowering but was kind of building on top of the beef flavours from the burger. I really, really liked it. The black pudding provided that heaviness and with all the meat flavours present it started feeling almost like haggis. I like that it was fried and had a bit of crunchiness and provided a bit of texture.

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So I love blue cheese and I think a burger like this needs exactly that. But the flavours of the meats and the BBQ sauce managed to overpower it. Yes, I said it… other ingredients managed to overpower blue cheese. The biggest culprit was the BBQ sauce, it was very potent and sweet. It combined well with the meats, however, I would have wanted a bit more brightness in the flavours. The BBQ just topped and finalized the heavy feel of the burger and removed any chance for balance in it.

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I think the recipe could be tweaked. You guys know I love balance and there isn’t much balance of flavour in a burger like this. There is a lot of heaviness, a lot to make blue cheese feel like mozzarella. A bit less BBQ sauce maybe mayo with some green herbs could have put the accent in the right place.

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The brioche was great – soft, nicely toasted and fitted the burger. TBH a bloomer style burger bun may have worked better with the recipe.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favourite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and a lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and let’s face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This is a very heavy and meaty burger it is for sure something quirky you won’t try anywhere.

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The Anti-Vegan

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Finally, time to review a Beyond Meat burger. The truth is I have been waiting to try the Beyond Meat in the right place. I knew it was hyped for long so I wanted to give it justice and make sure I pick a burger from a place I respect. And there are very few joints I respect more than Brewdog… although I have never had a burger there. Anyway, here it is.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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I have heard mostly positive reactions from Beyond Meat burgers but I have seen people dislike it simply because it is vegan. Well… I liked it! You can see from the score

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The Burger had:

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As usual lets start with the patty. Which in this case feels like meat, tastes like meat, behaves like meat but it isn’t meat… its other stuff. Those other stuff are very delicious. If anything I can easily say that the Beyond Meat patties are better than 80% of the patties I have had in terms of flavour. Although texture is very similar there is more to be desired. I find myself missing the classic char and crust that you get on a good burger and somehow there is a bit less of a body to the bite of the Beyond. Other than that the flavour was really good, it felt like a high quality, well spiced fatty cut and I really liked it! I’m interesting to see it in other flavour combinations.

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The cheese was for sure the biggest failure in the burger. Vegan burger patties are tasty, vegan cheese is questionable… Now, it wasn’t horrible but having real Gouda would have made the burger even better, even push it for a 10. Either better vegan cheese or put more to intensify the flavour. But for me the cheese didn’t cut it.

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Not-surprised but the salad is where the vegan burger shined the most. It was an explosion of flavours. The roasted red pepper was full of flavour and very tasty. The pickled jalapenos were full of brightness and provided the right level of hot and acidity. That went absolutely great with the slaw and the Chipotle sauce used in it. The gem lettuce was maybe not needed but the flavours were intense, lovely and balanced

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The brioche was really good, nice and fluffy with light toast and very flavourful. You could feel the sweetness coming from the beetroot. Overall a very well executed burger and I do recommend you try it

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Brewdog is one of my favorite places to visit. Great choice of beer, pretty good food and lovely atmosphere. The fries and sides are delicious and lets face it there is nothing better than a good beer following a good burger bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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First Beyond Meat burger. I have had other plant based patties like Plant2.0 that have been good but not as good. The recipe was also pretty unique, worth the experience.

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Beyond my Expectations

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I like the fact that the delivery services expand their range so I don’t have to go out to experience new burgers. Although I will do that soon I promise. And this time Wicked burgers popped on my radar and since I have had recommendations for them by readers of the blog I decided to give them a go.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4.5/10

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Sad to see such a well-executed patty in such a bad combination of condiments.

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The burger had:

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So Wicked burgers managed to get the most difficult thing right, the patty. The meat was full of flavour, well spiced, well cooked, very juicy, great char that accented the beef and was delicious. It is for sure one of the top patties I have tried and I’m very sad to see it in a burger that isn’t as great as it could be.

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The cheese is where things start moving downhill for the burger. Yes it is present in some bites but isn’t really much of a factor. A second slice would have done a big difference or the use of a stronger cheese.

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The salad combination was not bad but everything was overpowered by the sauce, even the tasty tasty gherkins. There wasn’t much lettuce, but at least it was shredded. A bit more would have gone a long way. There was a tomato but it clashed with the BBQ salsa and had no impact.

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Now the salsa is where everything crumbles. When you are doing a salsa based sauce please don’t use a watered down tomato pure. This was the general dominating flavour throughout every single bite. There was no balance or space for other ingredients to shine. That typical watered down tomato puree flavour really broke me and the burger. There was also a house sauce but I didn’t notice it.

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The brioche was very good. It was nicely toasted, soft on the squeeze and had a lovely sweetness to it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries that came were pretty good but nothing spectacular I did like the fact that they are chunkier than regular fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing really quirky. An interesting sauce, however that failed too badly IMO.

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A bit too Wicked

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I was really excited to try another burger from Mammoth burgers. I wanted to see to what extent is the meat flavour influenced by the bacon in the previous burger, so this time I ordered without any. Sadly I also didn’t get my tomato slice that I loved so much in the previous one

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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I don’t usually miss a fruit from a recipe, but this is one of the cases; and no… I’m not talking about bacon.

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The burger had:

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Let’s talk about meat. It was good. Again the patty was of decent quality and with an excellent fatty cut; however, as I mentioned in the previous review, more char and flavour could have come out of the beef. I think the bacon gave saltiness and helped shape the beef flavour in the previous one. So the lack of flavour was for sure more evident in this one.
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The cheese was delicious again! A perfect balance between meat and cheese. The cheddar flavour was present in every bite. It was fatty and salty the right way and had that slight nutty finish.

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The salad was underwhelming this time. The lettuce was shredded but not enough to be present in the bites. I would have preferred more or either remove entirely. The fresh onions had the right balance of flavour and acidity. It wasn’t overwhelming and of the bites but provided that kick to the bite. The burger was supposed to have a tomato but was missing, and it was felt through the flavour. The mayo and tomato added the right amount of sauciness and sweet taste that was missing this time around.

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The bun was great as usual. The pork floss is a killer for sure. It provided the right amount of saltiness and texture to round up the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I really liked the fries! They were full of flavour and were the right amount of greasy. Weren’t salted but nothing a pinch couldn’t fix.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I have eaten a lot of burgers and a lot of food, and this is the first time I have seen pork floss being used. It provided interesting texture and flavour to the whole experience and was a very unique take on a classic bun!

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Woolly Different Story

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Mammoth Burger is a small gem that happens to deliver to my place. I was very surprised by the burger. It has an interesting characteristic that I haven’t seen anywhere – pork floss on the bun… and it works! It is for sure a burger you should try in the Eastern part of London!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Rarely I haven’t had many quirky experiences but this is for sure one of the strangers burgers have had in the last few months. I loved in and the score reflects it. A few changes and this could be a 10!

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The burger had:

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You have meat flavours coming from so many places! The patty, the bacon the floss and everything goes well together. The meat was of good quality, nice fatty cut. (Recently I have been having a quite positive experience with patties) The flavour was there but I would have wanted a bit more char. I liked the purist approach but a bit more flavour from the grilling would have been perfect. The bacon was tasty and exactly how I like it. Not too chewy not too crispy! The floss added texture and lingered the flavour similar to what crushed crackling would bring but a bit more delicate.

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This is one of the few burgers that get a particularly good balance between meat and cheese. The cheddar was present in every bite. It gave out that signature nuttiness and wasn’t masking anything it worked with everything and was very tasty. The right amount of cheese is one of the more difficult things to get right in a burger and I was very happy with the result!

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Holy sh*t! I’m so happy to see a good quality tomato in a burger. This is such a rarity, especially in the UK. A lot of burger joints underappreciate the flavour coming from a top-notch tomato. A tomato with mayo and cheese makes for a very tasty combination which was nicely prevalent in the bites. The pickles also hit the right spot. They were crunchy, acidic and sweet and slid in the whole experience perfectly. A very good example of how the salad can be used effectively in a burger. Lettuce was there but kind of lingering, it should have had more or non at all, thank God it was shredded! The onion is one of my few critiques of the burger. I don’t mind the rawness but the piece was too big which meant in the bites it was present it overwhelmed everything else. Finely diced with the pickles it could have been perfect…

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A centrepiece for the burger is the bun for sure! The floss was a quite interesting twist and gave a lot of character to the burger both visually and in terms of flavour. The texture was interesting and made the bites feel softer. The bun was soft and nicely toasted. I

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I really liked the fries! They were full of flavour and were the right amount of greasy. Weren’t salted but nothing a pinch couldn’t fix.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I have eaten a lot of burgers and a lot of food and this is the first time I have seen pork floss being used. It provided interesting texture and flavour to the whole experience and was a very unique take on a classic bun!

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A Hairy Burger

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In the last few months, my area of reach has been limited as to what burgers I can eat. I think I have tried most of the highest rated burgers in East London. Alleyway burgers were recommended by a follower. I get a lot of recommendations but few in reach sadly so I will need to find time to address them all eventually.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I was very surprised by the quality and quirkiness of this burger especially considering the price. I’m for sure coming back to try one of the other burgers because I think these guys have a very interesting take on classic burgers.

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The burger had:

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The meat was good but I’m a bit sad because I think it could have been a great patty. For some reason, very few places spice their burgers. Alleyway burgers didn’t do that mistake. There were a lot of flavours in the burger and I felt curry/cummin as part of the spices in the patties which I absolutely loved. They pushed the burger in a slightly different direction. My main concern with the patty was the crust. it was a smashed beef patty which I absolutely love however there wasn’t enough caramelization on it. I would have preferred a bit more char that is full of flavour. Meat quality was pretty good and had a good fatty cut, so a bit more heat would have gone a long way. Almost there!

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The cheese was felt through each of the bites. It was strong American cheese that was melted on top of the patty which I appreciated. It complemented very well the “diner” style patty and burger. It also went well with the sweetness of the burger.

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The onions enhanced the sweetness that was already present by the brioche. The onions were well caramelized and full of flavour. They went great with the pickles which provided a bit of acidity. Combine the secret house sauce that has cumin with the sweetness from the onions, the umami from tomato and you get a very middle eastern explosion of flavours in your mouth. You counter that with pickles and there you have it!. I absolutely loved it and it complimented the patty.  The baby leaf and lettuce were plenty and shredded however I think it lost its crunch on the way to my house. I think some relished cabbage would have gone a long way instead of the salad, it would have provided some more acidity to balance the sweetness. Non the less a great combination of flavours and texture.

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The brioche bun was much sweeter than I’m used to and I think the condiments in the burger leveraged that and built on it pretty well. It is one of the things that pushed the burger much more to the quirky direction.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Fries were a bit meh… They got soggy and were pretty ordinary blanched with a bit of cheese. Maybe if they are served fresh they would be better but I didn’t enjoy them. However, if there is one thing you should order it should be

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The Jalapeno Cheese Balls…

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Those were amazing!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Definitely one of the quirkier burgers I have eaten especially in recent months. Few different spices and a sweet brioche can push you a long way. I really did enjoy

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A Sweet Twist

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Black Bear Burgers is one of the top burger joints in London IMO so seeing it available in my area for delivery meant I had to give it a try. Especially since they have a new burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Black Bear Burgers keeps that pure version of a burger that doesn’t joke around with salad and gives you good burger with cheese and sauce.

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The burger had:

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The quality of the meat for sure is the star in the Black Bear burgers. The meat is juicy, well cooked and full of flavour. The fatty cut and good seasoning push the beefiness to the front of the bite and It combines well with the rest of the ingredients. Bacon compliments the beef flavourwise but I would have preferred it cooked differently. The bacon is too chewy and trying to be crispy but I don’t think it is adding the right texture. Bacon is tricky to get and the previous time I tried a Black Bear burger it was better.

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The separate cheese wasn’t a big factor. It was melted on the patty but you could barely see it and there was no taste from it.  The blue cheese sauce was overpowering the rest of the ingredients and was hiding the regular cheese. I think the regular cheese was obsolete. The blue cheese sauce was tasty and full of flavour. It brought the bacon, beef and onions together very well but it was a bit more salty for my taste.

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The onions were a great addition to the recipe. It went well with everything. It provided acidity and combined greatly with the beef and blue cheese. I would have loved even a bit more just so that you can have more contrast in the bites. Non the less very tasty

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The sesame bun was firm, it held the sauce and was lightly toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries were very good. They were slightly chunky, well seasoned and came with good tasty mayo. Loved it!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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Blue cheese sauce isn’t a popular cheese sauce on burger but I do appreciated because if done well i think it is great

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Blue & Salty

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This is the second burger I tried from Buns and Bao ( and sadly the last since they have only two burgers). I don’t regularly try chicken burger as there is a part of me that thinks it is cheating. Normally I would consider a burger only minced style patties “BURGERS”, but chicken burgers are popular enough so I can’t always ignore them. And sometimes I just wanna try some crispy bird.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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There is a lot of charm in a simple recipe that is done the well. This is the story for the Buns and Bao Korean burger. I love that there are few ingredients. I wouldn’t add anything to this burger just improve a bit some of the condiments.

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The burger had:

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The chicken leg was one of the juiciest meats I have tried. And anyone who has tried to cook a chicken well knows it is a difficult job. It was moist, full of flavour. The fried exterior was crunchy and wasn’t greasy, which I really appreciated. The crust was full of flavour. It was for sure the best chicken I have had on a burger and maybe one of the top executions in general.

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I liked the fact that there weren’t any cheeses and unnecessary ingredients. The slaw was the other significant feature of the burger. It was good, but I didn’t get the same WOW  as the chicken. It was slightly acidic and nice balanced, but I was hoping for a bit more flavour from it. It combined great with the lightly spiced mayo although I would have preferred a bit more hotness in the sauce. As everyone knows mayo is one of the best condiments for chicken so there I have nothing against that. A bit more punch from the slaw and this could have gone for the 10/10

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The brioche was tasty, delicate crust, soft and soaked the juices very well. It was a great holder for the chicken, and the sesame finish was felt throughout the bites.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Since I’m doing keto (but I can make an excuse for a burger), I decided to go for the Caesar salad side, which was great. Tasty, fresh and great sauce and I also got a small bottle of wine for free, which is also lovely!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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The Korean style fried chicken was done well. However I would have loved a Korean style sauce.

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Crispy Goodnes

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There are few more burger joints in the area that I haven’t ordered from. Buns & Bao is one of them, and although they have a limited selection, their burgers look very interesting. I’ve always liked fusion burgers; however, this one was very far away from the Korean culture. Nonetheless, it was pretty damn good.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Truffle is a condiment rarely used in burgers and when it, it’s a hit or miss most of the time. This is one of the more successful additions, and I really enjoyed it and how it rounded up the burger.

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The burger had:

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The beef was of high quality, it was juicy and cooked medium. It was prepared quite well. Flavour was there since it was from a good cut, but I think it could have used a bit more spices to enhance the taste. If you have truffle oil and bacon, you can’t have such a purist approach for the patty. The bacon was really well made and delicious. That is one of the reasons why the beef isn’t as prominent. The bacon was a much bigger centrepiece for the burger.

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I liked the cheese, but it lacked in few of the bites, maybe a bit more should have been added? I think the processed cheddar wasn’t the best choice considering the other ingredients it did quite well non the less.

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The sauce is where this burger was king. The caramelized shallots were absolutely delightful. They were sweet and tangy, brought a lot of flavours and combined great with the rest of the ingredients. The truffle oil was another hit. The fattiness of the mayo with the flavour of the truffle and smokiness of the bacon was an amazing experience. I really did enjoy the combination of characters the sauces brought and how they interacted with the rest of the burger. I will most probably steal the idea.

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The sesame brioche was tasty fluffy, yet it firmly held all the sauces. The lettuce was a bit missing and unnecessary, but it didn’t leak any of the sauces out so no significant errors with it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Since I’m doing keto (but I can make an excuse for a burger) , I decided to go for the Caesar salad side, which was great. Tasty, fresh and great sauce and I also got a small bottle of wine for free, which is also lovely!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Truffle is not a popular ingredient, and it is interesting to see it used successfully in a burger recipe. I was sad there wasn’t much Korean influence but nonetheless, a great burger.

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Truffle me Up

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Slowly the places I haven’t ordered from around me are decreasing. I need to expand my burger reach. As usual, try to support local business if you have a burger joint you like close by. A friend of mine convinced me to try Five Guys again. I was hoping it would be better than last time but I was disappointed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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Five Guys is one of those junk food burger joints that give you soul food and I can understand the hype but the taste is simply not there.

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The burger had:

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The beef patties were the biggest miss in the burger. The meat was overcooked, quite dry, lacking spices. It was just this meaty fill in the middle of the burger. There wasn’t even the greasy junk food burger vibe you can romanticise about. Being pretty disappointed with the patties I decided to seek refuge with the bacon but… it was not there really. Let me rephrase that, you had these hard pieces of “crispy” bacon that didn’t have the rich flavour you expect and are merely there for the different texture.

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The melted processed cheese made it feel like a proper junk food cheeseburger. I was hoping for a bit more of the signature processed cheese flavour but the overwhelming meatiness kind of lost it in between.

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The toppings were, for sure, the best part of the burger. The grilled flavour from the veggies and onions intensified the whole burger flavour. End of the day, mushrooms and onions are perfect partners for beef. The onion was sweet and the mushroom earthy and went great with the sauces. The fresh jalapeno was an ideal choice. It added acidity, it brightened up the flavours and had just the right amount of spiciness.

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The relish and the sauces gave the burger brightness and accent, especially the mustard. It was the other good part of the burger.  I would have loved to see a bit more relish, but overall the combination of relish, mayo and mustard went great with the toppings, and I think it would have been better if the beef was actually good.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The Cajun fries I had with the burger were absolutely lovely. The spice was the right amount, well-salted and full of flavour.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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There wasn’t anything crazy about this burger, IMO, just a standard.

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Grease Without Soul

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Hello, my name is George, but not the same as George from @kzmvburgers ! I’m writing burger reviews at @BurgMeOn since 5 years ago and for some time we have known each other. We have a common passion – buns full of surprises! Straight from London, he orders from @Old Buddies in Varna their Formaggie burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had:

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The patty is beef, mostly muscle and well done. A little bit dry, but the cheeses take control here. Give this part – 1,5/2,5.

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The bun is standard, fluffy with hot-stamped name logo of @Old Buddies. Very fresh and from all this moisture from the cheeses and the sauce is a bit clumsy, but holds the burger whole all the time. The score here is 2/2,5.

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The turn is for the garnish around the patty – double cheddar is a perfect addition for the beef. Deep-fried melted cheese is like little bombs, exploding in your mouth for pouring out warm cheese in it. Good experience! Added parmesan and pickles are for increasing of the Umami flavour. Red onion gives colour and freshness on the face of “heavy” burger. Overall I don`t have much to add or criticize, give 2,5/2,5.

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The sauce is only one – mayo with blue cheese. Very un-intruding is the presence of blue cheese, which has a very dominating flavour. The sauce is a dense, creamy and good addition for other stuff. But only one. Give 2/2,5. All together gives 8 out of 10 and I can tell you that this burger is one of my Top 3 at @Old buddies.

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Thanks to @kzmvburgers for the collaboration and will be very happy for future challenges. You can follow me in Facebook and Instagram @Burg_me_on #burg_me_on  #burgmeon

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? 

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Cheesy Love

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As you should have figured it out by now, burger reviews come in pairs. This week’s burger is again from Shake Shack’s – The Shack Meister which surprised me a lot. My opinion of Shake Shack wasn’t high but this burger completely changed it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Ths was a very simplistic burger but it was very well executed especially for a junfood, diner style burger chain. This is one of the few burgers you can have in this style and I do recommend it!

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Thin patties are very tasty but sadly not too popular. When you thin out the patty as you cook it, you let a lot of that burned fat and crust build up. And this is where all the flavour is. It is quite unorthodox but very tasty. It is true that the meat quality could have been a bit better but the execution was great and I really loved it. It is a simple recipe yet it works so well with a junk food style burger like this one.

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Of course with a burger like this you get a classic cheese melted on the patty. And that is lovely and exciting especially for all the cheese lovers. I would have hoped for a bit more cheesiness in the bites as it was lost a bit in between the shallots, tasty patty and sauce, but non the less it was pretty good.

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The marinated crunchy shallots were a great addition to the burger. They provided texture, a tone of flavour and helped to hold the sauce. The mini onions complimented the beef perfectly and added that light sweetness to the pallet. Combined with the classic mustardy burger sauce – the bites were delightful. Lets talk about the sauce. Because of it the burger had a very mustard fried patty feel, yet it was different. It had the right amount of acidity and kick and finished the burger very well

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The potato bun (which last time I thought was a brioche variant) added light sweetness and went great with the burger. It was lightly toasted and very soft to the touch. It finished the diner style experience.

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I really enjoyed this burger!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The diner junk food style burgers a very well complimented by cheese loaded fries. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and delicious!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A very basic cheeseburger with a very basic recipe. The fries with cheese is what gives the points.

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Crusty Love

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Another week of isolation and another burger order. This week I decided to revisit Shake Shack.  Last time I was a bit disappointed with the burger joint, I found that a lot of burgers are hit or miss. As a good measure of quality burger, I went for the most basic recipe as that would show a lot of execution flaws.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Everybody likes a good cheeseburger. It is a simple recipe and it is going to be very evident if something is wrong. This one was a bit of a miss as you can see from the score

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The burger had:

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The patty looks and feels handmade for sure. It is fried on butter for sure as the taste was evident on the crust. It was juicy but not as much as I expected. The beef flavour was there but nothing glamorous. I would have preferred more spices or flavour from the patty crust for sure. Overall the burger felt like an enhanced McDonalds cheeseburger. The meat was pretty average in my opinion and frequently the bread was more of a centrepiece compared to the patty.

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The cheese was from the simple processed type variety which fit the taste and the style of the burger. It was felt through every bite and for sure had that signature cheeseburger flavour. It was nicely melted which helped with the junk food, diner style burger.

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The bun doesn’t look like a typical brioche but has the nice soft slightly sweet flavour. It was nicely toasted with butter and had absorbed a lot of the beef flavour from the patty which I absolutely loved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The diner junk food style burgers a very well complimented by cheese loaded fries. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and delicious!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A very basic cheeseburger with a very basic recipe. The fries with cheese is what gives the points.

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Basic Cheeseburger

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The second burger I tried from Bun-Believable was the New York Tower burger. The burger still felt very close to a McDonald’s style burger. It was closer to a good Quarter Pounder with cheese. My biggest issue was the name and the expectations with it. Having ‘tower’ in the name I was expecting some double-decking and with ‘New York’ I was hoping for pastrami and not bacon.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The burger was pretty good. Again embracing this McDonald’s feel but it had avocado about of all condiments… an interesting choice

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The burger had:

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The patty was the same as the one in the previous burger. Although it says it was handmade, it felt much more of a pre-made, frozen patty. That doesn’t mean it was bad, on the contrary I really liked the patty as it was full of flavour and spice. That combined with the bacon pretty well. Although it was from the crispy type which I don’t like as much the flavour balance was there and neither was overpowering. The patty was juicy and the overall meat execution very nice!

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The cheese  was a bit more on the lacking side especially with the bacon there. It had a bit of that processed cheese feel that goes well on a diner/junk style burger but more was needed even if it was only a single patty.

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The salad was nice but a bit lacking. The lettuce was shredded and provided that crunchiness and fresh flavour. I loved the tomato flavour but the slices were very thin and the burger simply needed more. The avocado was the strangest add to the burger. It didn’t provide a needed flavour, it was there but you could feel it mostly because it was difficult to chew because it was green. I didn’t enjoy it and it was completely unnecessary ingredient.

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The white bun was fluffy but firm, holding the burger well, the one thing I would have added was more sauce or in this case mayo. although I think a classic burger sauce would have gone perfectly.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The fries were very tasty. They are one of the reason my whole meal had such a McDonalds feel, they had the smell but were much, much better. The whole flat had that signature smell after I opened the package and this is the kind of excitement you want from a meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Everyone has that junk food nostalgia of your first bite of McDonalds. However every time you take a bite from a McD burger you feel… disappointed. The flavour is not really as your mind remembers it. But this is exactly what Bun Believable did, they brought that nostalgia burger experience, a rarity

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A Short Tower

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Another week of quarantine another delivered Burger. I have had plenty of new burger joints pop on my Deliveroo and Uber Eats. This week we are doing Bun-believable. The menu looked fun and so did the images, although they had nothing to do with the burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This is the best McDonald’s tasting burger I’ve ever had. This hit the nostalgia spot just right and build on top of it. Even the fries had a McDonald’s like smell but weren’t a molecule away from plastic.

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The burger had:

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On the menu it was written that these are handmade patties, however they felled very machined. Perfect shape, very dense and I’m pretty sure they were stored frozen. The quality of the meat for sure wasn’t the best I have had. But boy wasn’t the beef tasty! It was very well spiced, incredibly juicy and full of flavour. You had a classic Easter European style grilled beef patty that hit the right note for me. The burger had a flavourful crust on the outside, you could taste that classic grilled flavour. It was so close to home for me I was going to phone them and ask if their grill guy isn’t an Eastern European. The whole patty also pushed that diner style burger experience. The best part is the second patty didn’t overwhelm the rest of the burger but simply added more meaty flavour, I was pretty impressed with that.

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The processed cheese was flavourful, fit the profile of the burger and was present in every bite. I would have preferred a bit more but I guess the double patty broke the balance a tiny bit. With a single patty the cheddar was going to be right on the spot.

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The salad was really good. The lettuce was tasty and fresh, providing a light crunch. The tomato was full of flavour but was way too little. When the tomato was present in the bite it was completing the full experience of the burger. Not sure why the slices were so thin but I would have wanted more. The gherkins were the last piece of the puzzle that gave the relish-ness of the whole experience.

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My biggest gripe with the burger is the “Garlic Lovers” part which was very underrated. I didn’t  really feel much garlic and I think if there was garlic aioli instead of classic mayo the burger was going to be complete. Although I have to be honest a proper burger sauce was going to suit it better.

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The bun was very fluffy but firm. Lightly toasted and very tasty. It was a great bun for the burger. I loved how almost every single ingredient embraced the identity of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The fries were very tasty. They are one of the reason my whole meal had such a McDonalds feel, they had the smell but were much, much better. The whole flat had that signature smell after I opened the package and this is the kind of excitement you want from a meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Everyone has that junk food nostalgia of your first bite of McDonalds. However every time you take a bite from a McD burger you feel… disappointed. The flavour is not really as your mind remembers it. But this is exactly what Bun Believable did, they brought that nostalgia burger experience, a rarity

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The Tasty McDonald’s

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So in the wave of #supportlocalbusiness I had to order two burgers from the American Eclectic burger. The previous Beach Bum Burger was nice but it got few things wrong and I was hoping they were addressed better in their version of a classic burger – 3 Napkins. The strengths were the same but the weaknesses different

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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The burger embraced a very classic recipe. And considering the diner/junk food style burger it was a very good way to evaluate how good the burger joint is. If you can make a good classic burger you have all the baselines covered.

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The meat was executed well again. The patty was tasty it was cooked to well done but because of the fatty cut it was full of flavours and still juicy. I would have preferred either a medium patty that was juicier or a few more spices to compensate but non the less a pretty good execution. In combination with the tasty bacon the whole meat experience was good. The bacon was not from the crispy type which I honestly prefer it was full of flavour and complementing the beef in a great way.
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One of the biggest misses of the burger was the cheese. A thin slice of cheddar when you have both beef and bacon gets lost very easily. The patty was thick and didn’t have the privilege of the double thin patty, double cheddar setup the previous burger did. Two slices would have done a much better job. Sadly this is a mistake I see way too frequently
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The salad part was a bit of a disaster. The lettuce was full leaf, so whatever juices were present were halved… CAUSE THEY FUCKING DRIPPED AWAY! I can’t stress enough guys, how important is to shred your lettuce! The tomato was nice but you know that I’m spoiled when it comes to tomato quality. It was much better than your average UK burger joint but still there is more to ask. The pickles and red onions kind of patched up the situation but they weren’t as present as I hoped them to be. The acidity I was expecting wasn’t there.
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Mayo was good amount but couldn’t remove as much from the dryness of the burger as I was hoping for (the lettuce didn’t help). The brioche was of good quality although it could have been fresher.
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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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Fries were mediocre but the coleslaw was great. It was fresh had chillies and provided the right amount of spicy and was very different to regular slaw

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quirky about the burger except for the Coleslaw!

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A Basic Bun

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For a month now we have been in quarantine here in London, so I have continued my burger exploration via all the delivery options available. If you have favourite burger joints and you want to support them, consider ordering burgers from there #supportlocalbusiness ! So I went for one of the new local delivery only burger joints American Eclectic Burger. I had no idea what to expect so here it is

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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These are some classic, diner style, junk food burgers.  The one thing that was weird was that the burger was a bit different than what the recipe said. It was supposed to have BBQ sauce and crispy onions and it ended up with caramelized onions instead.

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The burger had:

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The patty was made from a nice fatty brikset cut. The meat was tasty but was a bit plain. It had a perfect feel for a junkfood style burger. The bacon was perfect IMO. It added complexity and much more flavour yet it didn’t dominate. One of the reasons was it was much more meaty than fatty and less crispy. The patty and bacon worked great together and made for a wholesome meat experience. A bit more juiciness and spice in the burger would have made it even better. I liked the double meat patty as there was more tasty grilled surface

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The cheese was a bit lacking considering the double meat patty. You could feel it but it wasn’t an obvious presence in every bite. It had that classic processed cheese feel which went well with the junkfood feel of the burger.

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The caramelized onions or crispy onions with a lot of BBQ (not sure which one is true) were a big miss for me. It was way to sweet, a bit of tangyness that wasn’t coming  from the onions. The onion flavour wasn’t present for long in the bite and overall it felt much more as a jam that was very sweet and had a hint of onion. This also overwhelmed the cheese. Thankfully it wasn’t masking the meatiness of the burger.

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Bricohe was ok but I think the burger missed a more specific sauce other than BBQ/Caramelized onions

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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Fries were mediocre but the coleslaw was great. It was fresh had chillies and provided the right amount of spicy and was very different to regular slaw

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quirky about the burger except for the Coleslaw!

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Classic Junk Food

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I know it is quarantine time and you shouldn’t (can’t ) go out for a burger. But you can order one and especially if you like a specific place, order food from time to time because you are supporting the business. I’m a few weeks behind on my reviews. But habits are important especially now with Isolation, so here is a review from my most recent visit to Patty & Bun a month ago. Their Liverpool Street branch reopened so I was back for a review.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Patty and Bun have always had these juicy

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The burger had:

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Patty and Bun’s patties have been a hit or miss in my opinion. They are not bad but frequently the meat isn’t the centerpiece of the burger. The meat is very plain, just salted. It is very juicy but I think a patty like that would work with a much simpler recipe. Few more spices or better choice of ingredients can fix this.

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The cheese was good. I’m not sure I approve of the processed style cheese but it is tasty…
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The pickled onions are the other highlight of the burger. They are delicate, provide this nice acidity and compliment the cheeseburger feel perfectly. I have started to enjoy more and more pickled onions because they are a great relish for any burger. However the rest of the ‘Salad’ is lacking. -1 point for non shredded lettuce. With a juicy burger like that and a flat leaf of lettuce ALL my sauce goes to waste to my paper and not into my patty, please shred the lettuce ( I should make a T-Shirt with that slogan). You also know I’m a spoiled brat when it comes to tomatoes. Once you know what a good tomato on burger should taste like you quickly get disappointed from ‘eh’ tomatoes. It isn’t horrible but it is a part that can be improved significantly.

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The brioche is tasty, and it provides the right level of sweetness. It gets soggy very quickly which I find it to be a feature not a bug of the execution. You know the good feel of a soggy last bite…

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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You have great sides, good choice of drinks. They have these monthly rotating burgers which I should try more of.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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I don’t think there is anything quirky about a classic burger.

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A Juicy Classic

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Mercato Metropolitano is one of the best places for food in London. The variety is huge and as you can imagine there are plenty of burger places. I was looking for a new experience as there were few familiar burger joints. Gourmet Burger’s Stand (not GBK) which is called I’Burghero is an Italian style burger joint that brings the Italian culture to the burger scene in London

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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From an Italian style burger I expect good meat and good cheese game. The first one was true with a light disappointment in the condiment department, the second one was a bit lacking.

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The burger had:

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The burger was really tasty. The meat was good quality, not too fatty but had plenty of flavour and had a very steaky feel. I loved the fact that it was obviously handmade and had plenty of spices to keep the taste going. I was a bit disappointed to see crispy bacon on an Italian style burger. Italians have plenty of prosciutto like meats that could have been used on this burger instead of a bacon. That can provide a much more delicate and fitting flavour to go with the rest of the burger. The bacon was a bit of a miss for me as it was too crispy and dominating in some bites.

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The cheese was very little and was lost in between the flavours. It was very delicate and lost in the mountain of caramelized onions. I think in the right proportion of it was going to go great with the eggs and the onions (if they were reduced) . Back to the onions, don’t get me wrong they were very good and tasty and I’m sucker for caramelized onions but these were a bit too much. There was too much sweetness in the burger because of them.

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The egg was one of the centerpieces and highlights of the burger and I think it went really well. With a more balanced flavour profile this can be a killer of a recipe. I didn’t enjoy the mayo too much though it was there more for the fattiness and sauciness than the flavour really. Truffle aioli would have done wonders IMO.

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The brioche was nice and fresh. I would have preferred it a bit more charred than it was but overall pretty good!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a stall at one of the best food Markets in London. You can have an Italian style burger, German beer and a French crepe! This is a great time to go with friends as there is something for everyone!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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I don’t think I have had an Italian style burger before and you know I’m a sucker for cultural style burgers. This wasn’t something too different but lets face it, you don’t get egg on a burger frequently together with onion jam.

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Buona Idea

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Last time I was in Sofia, a month ago I asked the community where should be the next place I go. The overwhelming answer was Vivenda. I have heard the recommendation before so it was time for me to visit. It is a premium butchery that has a burger truck next to it and I love the idea. What better way to show the quality of your meat than a burger? I had higher than usual expectations and I’m really glad they were met and exceeded.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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After I sat down for lunch, I soon realized there was a huge queue forming for seating and take away, even though the burger joint is not at the most convenient spot. This is always a good sign.

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The burger had:

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This was some really good beef. The quality was there together with a good amount of spices which had a Bulgarian feel to them. The cut was fatty enough and the patty was very juicy and full of flavour. This was a great example of high-quality beef mixed with the right amount of spices. This is an unpopular and un-purist way of cooking burgers that I think works much better overall. You should be a purist only if you are doing very simple burgers and this wasn’t the case, so good job! The bacon was well integrated into the beef’s flavour profile. They weren’t clashing but rather complementing each other. I love the fact that the entire meat story of the burger was spot on!

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Caramelised onions is always a great partner with beef and bacon. I was surprised that there was no cheese in the burger but I respect that. It is difficult to balance it out with the rest of the ingredients and if it interferes with the recipe or is obsolete then don’t put it. Going back to the caramelized onions they had the right level of sweetness and tanginess that was in contrast with the powerful jalapeno peppers. Frequently the jalapenos chefs use are not the most potent ones and they lose a lot of the charm and spiciness but this wasn’t the case.

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I’m so happy the lettuce was shredded as this was a very saucy burger. It was going to be a shame to see all the sauce drip away. The lettuce was plentiful and tasty so did act as a pallet cleanser.

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I couldn’t put much attention to the blueberry sauce and the burger sauce they had. It was kind of being lost in between the heavy flavours. I believe the burger sauce had a carrot base and on its own was tasty but the caramelised onions, jalapeno, beef and bacon were overshadowing it. My biggest gripe with the burger is the bun that got very soggy from all the sauces. It was crispy on the outside which was great but very quickly it became difficult to handle, I would have loved a bit more toast on it.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I was pretty happy with the choice of drinks, sides and other meals. The fries were nice you have a selection of craft beers and overall good quality of meat.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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The atmosphere is nice. Nothing strange in the experience. Having a burger joint in the form of a bus to market the premium butchery is a smart idea though!

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Almost there!

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I have visited Honest burgers on Bank so many times now, it can be difficult to surprise me. I have had almost every single burger including seasonal ones. However, it is still a decent place for good food, good beer and to catch up with friends. I was happy to find a new burger with an interesting recipe that I haven’t tried yet… the Fondue

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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I always exepect the same with Honest. Decent patty, good ingredients, good recipe, less focus on the cheese and more focus on the bacon

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The beef is possibly the biggest weakness of the Honest burgers. The lack of spices and the very plain flavour is preasent in almost every single burger. Yes, it puts forward the rest of the ingredients but as a burger you should almost always think for the meat first. I understand that there are plenty of purists out there but for a pure taste I believe you need a very simple burger and that is not usually what Honest offers. The recipes have plenty of toppings and the toppings are tasty but the meat is almost never at the forefront

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Talking about the meat, I think one of the best pairs with a beef patty is not bacon. It is the Panacetta. Every single time I have had panacetta there has been a flavour explosion in my mouth. There aren’t any dominating flavours yet the porky presence is so evident. It is much easier to eat and it doen’st dominated the unflavoured patty

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The big accent of thes burger is the cheese… its in the name. I ate the burger with a Swiss and I can vouch that he liked it too. The burger was cheesy in the right way! The flaovour was there in every bite. It was nutty, it was fatty, it was stretchy and it really went well with the rest of the burgers.

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I love rocket and its flavour was felt through each of the burger bites.  The rocket together with the onions and pickles made for a very good salad that was sweet, sour and was restarting the fpallet. Overall the burger and the toppings made me very happy and they pushed the flavour in a very Swiss/Italian direction that suits it very well

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Good beer, great fries, great service!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I haven’t had 5 cheeses on a burger but I was well impressed and the overall Intalian/Swiss twist on it made me happy

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Cheese Melt

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When I was visiting McDonald’s I couldn’t have gone only for a BigMac. I had to try one of the other classics the Quarter Pounder. I wasn’t sure which one of the two I was going to prefer but after the first bite, it was obvious. My McDonald’s guilty food is the cheeseburger and the Quarter Pounder looks feels and tastes much more like a cheeseburger on steroids. I put a poll on my story to check what people thought, “Is the Quarter Pounder better than the Big Mac?” and there was a close winner – the Quarter Pounder, which matched my expectations

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 3/10

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Although a McDonalds cheeseburger is my guilty pleasure and the Quarter Pounder looks and feel like it a lot I was still dissapointed by it once I put my critique hat on.

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The burger had:

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I challenge anyone to try the McDonald’s meat patty on its own. You would be amazed how much a meat looking thing barely taste like one. Older versions of plant based burgers bare more resemblance. The beef burger was a bit better than the BigMac one. Was it the quantity or the tiny pieces of onion? …I’m not sure, but I think we have an upgrade from carboard to carboard with onions, it was more meaty for sure. I think the Quarter Pounder patty had a bit more presence compared to the Big Mac’s one. If you have a bite through the burger you will notice something is missing.

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I think the signature taste of the McDonald’s burgers, as noted in my last blog post, is coming from the dill pickle and the onions with the ketchup. It is such a classic taste and it hits so well that the entire essence of the burger is carried in it in my opinion. And good flavour concistency between the McDonald’s burgers is coming exactly from there, doesn’t matter if it is a Quarter Pounder, a Big Mac or a Cheeseburger.

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The processed cheese is felt more compared to the BigMac but is is still a bit overshadowed by the amount of circle brown thingy (meat) in the middle. So you get a hint of that classic flavour and a bit of fattiness in your bite. I’m glad they add two slices

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The bun was ok, a bit too dry for my taste but it had flavour and carried that classic McDonald’s aroma.

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Overall my McDonald’s experience is exactly what I expected. Tasty for the inner child riding that nostalgia wave from the first times you have had a burger but once looked objectively it all falls down. But you can’t eliminate that nostalgia feeling from the burger so that is why you get the 3/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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I know there are a lot of people who like the McDonald’s fries but I’m not one of them. Verry plastic, dry and lack good flavour so I was more excited with my burgers than my side for sure.

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Getting a soft drink from a machine always taste worse compared to having a bottle so even the drinks were dissapointing.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky about it. Although with all the hipster, Millenium burger joints in London, going to McDonalds is a hipster act on its own!

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Still Disappointed

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For some time now I have been thinking that I need to set a baseline for the burgers that I review. And what a better way to do that than to review the most famous burger chain in the world – McDonald’s. Although they have pivoted many times through the years McDonald’s is still is a popular place to pop for a burger especially when you crave that junk food or have that drunk hunger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 2.5/10

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I have always enjoyed a Big Mac especially when I require shitty  soul food but I have never looked it with my critique hat on so I decided to the exactly that but it was a… dissapointment.

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The burger had:

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So lets start with the cardboard, I mean the burger patty. Not sure if any of you has ever tried the McDonalds beef patty on its own but the lack everything. It  has a dry texture, it doesn’t break like a burger, the taste of beef is missing and the colour ain’t promissing either. Even when you take a bite through the Big Mac it doesn’t matter if the patty is in the middle, all the flavour is coming from the other ingredients and the patty is just that brown meaty thing for substance. The only reason it is a “burger” is because it is ground beef in the right colour and in between bread.

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I have to admit that the processed cheddar is one of the things that make the burger look good and the taste can be felt even with a thin slice because the patty is underperforming so much. The combination of the cheese with the burger sauce is where the “non salad” flavour of the burger is coming from.

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Talking about sauce, the Big Mac sauce is simply good on its own or with the salad ingredients but has no interaction with the cardboard. The best part about the whole burger and the reason it has such a high score are the pickles, onions and shredded lettuce (yes even McDonald’s knows that you need to shred your lettuce). The pickle with the onion together with the sauce in a burger bite bring out that classic McDonald’s flavour for me. It has nothing to do with the cheese or the meat, it is all about the relish and the sauce in between the famous McDonald’s buns.

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Talking about the buns they are weird. They have that specific smell and flavour which is also a signature to the McDonald’s experience. It isn’t great, it isn’t nicely toasted, it is too soft and frequently squished too much but it does the job and is tasty.

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McDonald’s taste I think will always be more of a nostalgia than anything else. It hits you way back when you were young and had your first burger bite.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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I know there are a lot of people who like the McDonald’s fries but I’m not one of them. Verry plastic, dry and lack good flavour so I was more excited with my burgers than my side for sure.

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Getting a soft drink from a machine always taste worse compared to having a bottle so even the drinks were dissapointing.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 1/10

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Nothing quirky about it. Although with all the hipster, Millenium burger joints in London, going to McDonalds is a hipster act on its own!

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Only Nostalgia

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Patty and Bun is a very consistent burger joint. They have always had great meat and very very juicy burgers, full of sauce. They recently reopened their location at Liverpool Street Station so I went to visit with a friend. Let’s get messy!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This was for sure a very interesting recipe. The patty reminded me of the great BabaG burgers but had a much more of a Greek style influence. I loved it

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The burger had:

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I absolutely loved the patty. It was juciy and full of flavour. The lamb sat perfectly and was well enchanced by the chillies and the coriander. The hotness was on a very good level. Enough to be present in the palet without overwhelming or numbing the taste buds. The patty was well spiced and overall a very good example of what a good patty can and should be.

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The feta cheese and the cumin aioli was what made the rest of the burger happen. The cummin goes really well with the lamb and the mayo feta combination brings contrast to the bite. The flavlours both balance each other but you can feel them separately which is what makes the whole experience so unique. Lamb with yogurt is a very clasic combination and the feta takes the place of the yogurt flawelessly.

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The thing that I didn’t understand about the burger were the vegetables. You had the deep fried courggets which added texture to the experience but not much flavour and you have the pickled aubigine that was completly lost in the other strong flavours. If you had more of one or the other I think the balance was going to be there. A stronger pickle feel was missing from the burger. The lettuce was a whole leaf, thin and didn’t have much taste. Shred it so you can put more and get the flavour out of it. Also you won’t get all the sauce to drip away from it.

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The brioche was well toasted and tasty but due to the sauciness it quickly got soggy but I guess this is the charm of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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They have great fries and a good selection of beer. I do like the burger joint a lot but I don’t like the fact burgers are served in a paper even when you sit it. Considering how saucy they are the paper tray isn’t the best experience.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This really reminded me of the Baba G lamb burgers. This recipe encompasses a lot of Greek/Middle-eastern influence and I love it, it isn’t something you try everyday. It is very distinct and unique flavour that suits a burger.

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I’m Lambing it!

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Skarabar is a restaurant I trust a lot. Few times I have brought friends from all around the world to try Bulgarian food and one of the go-to places is Skarabar. They have an amazing high-quality grill, really tasty salads and great service. This time I was visiting with my family and I was very pleasantly surprised when I saw a burger on the menu. Since the place is so famous for its barbecue and good quality meat, I had to try it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This smelled and felt lie a Bulgarian style burger from the first moment. And also seeing the burger beign served to a neigbouring table I was astonished by the size of it… its BIG!

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The burger had:

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This for sure is a great execution of a beef burger. It is entirely inspired and executed by the classic Bulgarian Kofta recipe and the taste is there. You can feel the spices, all the juices from the medium-well patty and is one of the better patties I have tried. You guys know I like meat with identity, something that is bringing the local culture into the recipe and this is it. I’m going to have a weird critique though. The meat was too much and the whole burger had a bit of an identity crisis. It was very tasty and dominant in the bites but that put the rest of the ingredients in the background. It felt much more like a classic Bulgarian style “burger in a bun” but without really embrasing it so it kind of stayed in the middle between a Bulgarian and a Western style burger.

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The melted cheddar was too little to be felt in the large meaty bites. I would have put double the amount at least to it can be a much more present and balanced flavour in the mix.

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The vegetables were tasty and I appreciated the fact that the tomato was omitted since it was out of season. (Maybe it is in the recipe but mine didn’t have one). The gherkings where sour and added that great acidity that goes well with every burger. I would have appreciated a few more. It is one of few times where I would ask for a bit more onion since hte few cuts weren’t enough but that may have been because of the meat.
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The bread was crunchy and  I like the fact that they went for white bread. The sauce was I believe luteniza and mayo and it went well but was a bit too little and I would have loved a bit more emhpasis from the mayo. Non the less a very tasty burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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These are some of the best fries you can try. They taste like the fries your grandma will make. The fries are full of flavour and the right amount of salty but also go well with the large selection of good grill and salads.

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Their beer choice is pretty good as well!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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A Bulgarian style burger was a very interesting experiment. The last one I had at BDSwas lovely

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Kofte in a Bun

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Having a burger with a friend means you can share and try more burgers which is great when you are in a tasty burger joint like MEAT. I was already excited about the first bite because the previous burger I tried was so good

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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The cheeseburger was almost as good as the MEAT burger that I tried but there were few things missing or different in the puzzle.

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The burger had:

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The beef patty similar to the previous one I tried was bloody amazing. It was well done but was really juicy. It didn’t have the feel of your classic purist style burger. It had plenty of spices in the mix and the cut was fatty enough to have that beef flavour as the centrepiece of the burger

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MEAT burgers are a good example of how to put cheese and balance it out. Frequently cheese tends to be overpowering when melted because it is too salty and the other ingredients don’t shine or missing in flavour at all. This wasn’t the case the cheese was in the cheeseburger and it was delicious

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The benefit of eating in Bulgaria is that vegetables in burgers are amazing and are full of flavour. Even though it was December the tomato had so much taste and in combination with the smoky mayo, mustard MEAT sauce it was really tasty. One of my critiques is that the sauce wasn’t enough and some of the juices dripped away because the lettuce leaves even though slightly chopped were big and slippery. I do have to admit that the lettuce leaves were the right amount in terms of providing both texture and taste. Onions and pickles provided the acidity but I would have prefered more finely chopped onion because it was too dominant in some bites and not so much in others.

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I love the fact that MEAT has its own homemade brioche. It has a great crust, soft on the inside. They toast it well. It is never soggy and the bread isn’t too much but just right!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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This is a great burger joint, especially in Bulgaria. Good, simple and classic burger recipes. Great fries and a very good selection of beers and other drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky about the place. Just classic recipes done very well.

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A Classic Experience

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Apparently, Meat is one of the first burger joints in Sofia but I had never been there until this Christmas break. Plenty of friends recommended the venue. The burger game in Bulgaria had improved a lot since a few years ago and it tends to be the new places that push it in the right direction. So I was a bit sceptical of the OG of the Sofia burger scene but hey, I was proved wrong!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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What I have found out is that the classic British burger recipe is easy to get to taste good but difficult to get perfect. It is one of those strong flavours and balance problems that is difficult to do right. And compared to all the classic British burger recipes this one is the best one I have tried!

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was great. A great fatty cut, a lot of spices including a traditional for bulgaria addition of cumin. The meat was juciy and I could feel the classic burger flavour in every single bite. The bacon worked with it instead of dominating. Although it was cripsy it was easy to bite through and the classic flavour was integrated into every bite as well. Frequntly I find the combination of beef patty and bacon to be executed poorly but this was one of the best I have had.

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A lot of places would put a single piece of cheddar and then the presence of the cheese would be lost and completely irrelevant. In this case, the classic cheddar was well melted, added that fatty presence and the taste you expect. Even though all the flavours were strong the cheese managed to pop out in every bite which is exactly what you want.

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The lettuce was diced… hurray! There was no leaking sauce yet there was enough lettuce (because it was diced) to be felt and to add crunchyness and freshness in every bite. The pickles were great on the side. They popped that bright acidity in the bites yet weren’t overpowering anything ( cause you could bite as much as you want ). It was a great balance that was even more accentuated by the caramelized onions. Everyone knows that the onion is a great addition to your beef burger but when done with good level of sweetness it also helps smooth out the rest of the flavours so they can balance out.

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The MEAT sauce was very simple but I absolutely loved it. It was one of those things that rounded up the entire experience and just pushed it to perfect. I felt smoked mayo with Dijon mustard and it provided that layer around which all the other ingredients balanced out and tasted great.

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Aparently it is difficult to get proper buns for burgers in Sofia and it is absolutely great to see that burger joints that make their own brioche bread. This gives chefs the ability to tailour everything for the burger and make sure they are fresh. This was exactly the case at MEAT. The Brioche was well toasted had that light sweetness and was fluffy on the inside.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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This is a great burger joint, especially in Bulgaria. Good, simple and classic burger recipes. Great fries and a very good selection of beers and other drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing quirky about the place. Just classic recipes done very well.

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Meatilicous

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Another burger joint that has been on my list for a while. I need to share the list somewhere, it is constantly growing. Red Dog Saloon is in the burger area of London (Hoxton to Shoreditch you can find a lot of great burger places) and I claim to say it is a great diner-style burger joint. I really enjoyed my lunch I had there.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This was for sure an interesting recipe with an emphasis of the meat. The use of saurkraut and the pork went well with the Christmans theme to be honest.

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The burger had:

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The meat in the burger was done properly. The patty was full of flavour and juicy. The meat was really good quality and had decent amount of fat in the cut and was full of flavour. The patty was well spiced yet it kept a purist feel. Not sure what exactly is that Chuck steak cut but it was really good and wasn’t dominated by the brisket. The brisket had the right amount of fat to bring that flavour the meat was a delicous but a bit dry. My biggest critique is the size of the bites and slices. It wasn’t easy to chew through, you could easily pull the whole piece so it wasn’t comfortable to eat.

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The saurkraut was great, it had more of a polish style since it was slightly sweeter. I was hoping for a bit more acidity in the bites and I think a nice gherkin was missing the full pickle experience.

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The swiss cheese was enough and was felt through every bite. The typical creamy and nutty flavour went really well with the sauerkraut and the meats. It was melted nicely and on point.

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The russian dressing was in a really good amount it wasn’t sogging the bun yet nothing was dry and had an enchanced flavour, in combination with the sauerkraut and the cheese it helped for a very classic taste profile. The toasted seeds on the brioche were full of flavour and rounded up the burger really well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Red Dog Saloon is a very nice diner style place. Everyone was happy with their burgers. They have a good choice of drinks, I really liked the draft pale ale. The loaded fries sent me into a food coma and the cheesiness was at the right level

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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This was for sure an atypical recipe. Saurkraut although popular is not frequently used in a burger. The pork was interesting and the whole recipe worked well together.

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The Seeds!

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I hadn’t visited Honest burgers and Bank for a while. The main reason is I tried almost all the burgers, and there are so many other places I should try to explore. I still think Honest is one of the more consistent burger chains in terms of quality across the different restaurant. That said, I do believe their chef has changed recently because I haven’t been as happy with the burgers as before, it is either that or I have become much more pretentious. The Honest’s unique in Bank is using Rib Man’s meat and sauce, if you don’t know him, he is a legend in the London street food scene and he makes pretty good ribs.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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I haven’t been in Honest since they introduced their location-specific burgers. And since I already have a review of the Christmas Burger I had to try the Honest – Bank’s special.

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The burger had:

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Let us start with the meat as usual. It was a lot. The Rib Man’s rib meat was pretty good and added a lot of that classic barbecue flavour. It was tender and melting. I’ve had rib cuts and briskets in other places, and the way you bring that flavour is with a simple sauce, and that is it. You want to make the meat the king. In this case, there were too many things going on in the recipe to do good to the rib meat throughout the experience. That said the Rib Man’s meat had a stronger flavour profile than the unseasoned burger patty. From time to time the burger flavour was popping up, and it was terrific, but mostly it was adding to that meaty experience. Regarding the sauce that is again from Rib Man, I can’t say I’m wowed. It is a good sauce, but with all the other ingredients, it feels more like delicious bbq sauce than anything game-changing, e.g. African Volcano’s sauce.

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The Red Leicester is a great cheese for a burger but not in a burger like that. When you have so many sauces and meats, you either have to go all in and put shit tonne of cheese or don’t put any at all because it is simply going to get lost. I would have loved to see a lot of melted cheese with bbq spices mixed with the rib meat. I think that might have worked better for this burger.

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The white onions and the pickles were great. They went well with the gravy and added that brightness to the bites. Both go so good in a BBQ themed meal, and I think it was the right choice. The benefit of having so many intense flavours is that it is difficult to go overboard with the pickles and onions and thankfully they didn’t go low on them.

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One of the more significant problems with the burger and usually I’m the last person to complain about it was that it was too soggy and saucy. Juices were coming from everywhere. I like the idea of shoestring fries because you can add a lot of good texture and crunch and with it, highlight spices on the chips and make it great but in this case, they just got soaked from the sauces, and they lost all their character. The burger was going to taste the same if the fries weren’t there. I have to admit I did like the taste of the soggy brioche but handling the burger was a very… very messy experience

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Honest has always been a great burger choice, especially with their rosemary fries a pretty good selection of burgers that can satisfy all types of foodies – vegans, vegetarians and beef junkies.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t see ribs in burger; usually it is a burger with a very overwhelming idea and a lot of sauces.

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Drip, Rip, Rib

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Burger and Beyond has a really nice atmosphere but I have to admit I was surprised by the smaller size of the burgers, they were big enough to share though. Going with a friend means you can always try more burgers and that is what I did. The bacon butter was another simple recipe, yet I enjoy those a lot these days, because you can see how good the execution is.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10
\nThis one was vibing in the same way as the previous – a high class junkfood burger. We have all the basics in place, so how is it?

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The burger had:

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The meaty flavour profile was expectedly better than the previous burger. The leaner cut of the burger went well with the bacon. I have noticed that a lot of places put bacon on burger but don’t execute it well necesserily and this was a very well made bacon. The pancetta bacon is lighter in my opinion which went quite well with everything around it. I have to say that in few of the bites the bacon was dominating the beef but overall I preffered this to the Cheeseburger I had in Burger and Beyond.

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The double American Cheese is what pushed that junkfood vibe. I liked the fact there were two slices because the cheese flavour was preasent in every bite and it was tasty. It is a staple and a classic flavour for the diner style burgers. I have to adimt that the quality wasn’t there but I’m absolutely fine with tat as long as the taste is good and it balances well with the rest of the ingredients and that was the case.

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This time I enjoyed the onions quite a bit more. They added the sweetness, acidity and crunch to the whole experience. A very classic topping that in this case balanced very well with the bacon. A bit more pickles or a better burger sauce could have pushed the burger in the right direction but the very delicate burnt butter mayo didn’t really do it for me. If felt lost among everything else.

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The brioche was nice, I would have prefered a bit more toast but the burger wasn’t soggy and I really liked the taste of it. It was obviously fresh which made it nice and soft.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burgers and beyond offers really good fries and the atmosphere  is of a mid range restaurant. I especially like the contrast between the environment and the types of burgers being served.

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Good choice of drinks helps with having a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quriky about the burger but I liked the atmosphere at the venue

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Delicate Junk Food

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Burger and beyond is a place that has been on my radar for a while now. I was looking for a place to have a night out with few friends and being close to it in Shoreditch, this was an obvious choice. Honestly, it is getting a bit more difficult to find places to eat burgers where I haven’t been, at least convenient once.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10
\nThe burger had a bit of split personality, I think it was going for a posh junk food vibe. The recipe was simplistic so I was looking for a high level of execution.

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The burger had:

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As usual, let’s start with the meat. The quality is rarely in question especially in a competitive location like Shoreditch. However, for me the leaner cut didn’t go well with the junk food vibe the burger was pushing. The beef flavour was there but it was quite plain. Even if the patty was salted at least a bit more you would have gotten much more flavour from the charred crust of the burger. Please spice your burgers more. The rest of the flavours weren’t the most delicate so I don’t think the leaner cut worked well.

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One of the reason the burger had a junkfood vibe was the processed cheese you would find in McDonalds. Now this is not a bad thing. I think the cheese was great. It was tasty, it was pushing for that diner style/ junkfood cheeseburger feel. It was most importantly tasty. If the quality of the other ingredients were on the right level this could have worked really well.

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I have learned to apprerciate fresh onions on a burger. With the right amount you get that acidity, sweetness and signature taste which when combined with the beef, pickles and sauce it gives that classic diner style burger flavour. In this case the balance was off. There were too many onions and they were dominating the beef patty.

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The mayo was a pretty nice addition, I loved the smokiness and the flavour. It was full bodied and felt like a burger sauce. The smokiness was lightly dominating the meat but overall it is one of the best mayos I have had. The bun was very soft and soaked a bit from the mayo, I would have prefered a bit more toast and overall a bit more size to the bun and patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Burgers and beyond offers really good fries and the atmosphere  is of a mid range restaurant. I especially like the contrast between the environment and the types of burgers being served.

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Good choice of drinks helps with having a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Nothing too quriky about the burger but I liked the atmosphere at the venue

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The Posh Cheeseburger

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Draft House is a place I have visited quite a few times, mainly because of the beer and nice snacks. Burgers have always popped on the main page of the menu but I have never really ordered one. I was having a drink with a friend after work in the City and it is always difficult to find a place with burgers and drink. Especially one I haven’t had a burger at. But there it was…

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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I’m sad to say that this is one of my worst burger experiences I have had.

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The burger had:

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The meat was well done, it wasn’t very juicy but I have had worse from that perspective. I was hoping for more flavour but the lean patty didn’t give me much to work with. There weren’t any spices to highlight the meat. I have had similar patties, frequently surrounded by a great choice of condiments to make them work into a tasty burger. This time, I also had boiling hot insides of a burger with a cold bun. Considering the burger was dry and the insides were extremely hot, this leads me to believe the patty was microwaved. I hope my taste buds are wrong and that I’m being extremely pretentious.
\nThe smoked bacon wasn’t cooked well and was pretty hard but it did have a lot of flavour which kind of helped the meaty experience.

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The other problem with the burger was the bun. It was cold, not toasted, without any dressing or sauce. This contributed to the overall dry experience of the burger. Even after squeezing it and putting it away for a few minutes (because it was too hot) the bun remained pretty dry. It was only the middlle bites

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The bit that saved the burger was the pickles, mayo and cheese (which were pushed a bit too much towards the centre). The smoked cheese with the smoked mayo helped with giving the burger character. You could feel the smokiness and the cheese in every bite. Together with the brightness of the pickle, it rounded it up.

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This place needs to fully rework their burgers

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries weren’t good, bland and didn’t really seemed tripple fried as it was stated but the beer choice compensates.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Except for the extremly hot patty I don’t see anything quirky about the burger

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Piping Hot Burger

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Back to Glasgow and I’m giving Steak, Cattle and Roll a second try. A friend of mine swears by them and I have to admit they are one of the most consistent burger joints I have been to. They do have the saucy, big and slightly quirky burgers that I love.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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I was very interested in the chilli infused pinaple that I saw it the recipe. I beleive this is one of the best ideas I have seen recently for a burger. It is a fun way to add acidity, sweetness and hotness to a burger. Sadly it didn’t match my expectation but I appreciate the try.

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The burger had:

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Meat, meat, meat. The shortcomings of having an amazing quality meat in Scotland is the fact that plain burger is much more common than other places I have been to. As I have mentioned before I don’t mind having a simple patty that focuses on the quality of the meat but I don’t beleive it should be done when you have strong flavours surounding it. The meat was of good quality but a bit too lean. The lack of spices didn’t help underly the beef flavour and left it more as a meaty filler in the bites. Even if it isn’t too spiced, a lot of salt and pepper on the ouside with a nice crust can do wonders but you also need a fattier cut.
\nThis is one of the few times I have liked candied bacon. I have found that a lot of places put bacon that overpowers the other flavours or is simply there because bacon is like a religion. In this case it managed to compliment the rest of the flavours including the pinapple and the smoked cheese. It wasn’t difficult to eat and was tasty as hell.

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I think one of the things that Steak Cattle and Roll to best comapred to other burger joints is they balance the cheese. There is enough to pop inbetween the other strong ingredients. The smokiness from the cheddar was present and rounded up the burger in a very tasty way. The cheese was felt through every bite and sadly this isn’t a thing that a lot of other burger places do.

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The grilled pinaple was tasty as hell and it did add the acidity and sweetness. I’m for sure going ot try this in one of my recipes. The chilly didn’t live up to its expectations, it was simply missing. A jalapeno chilli or scotch bonet would have worked great with the pinaple and could have added that light heat. On top of that the pinapple goes really well with the relish, never expected that. That combination of flavours really pushed the burger for me even though the patty was lacking. My biggest critique is as usual the single whole leaf of lettuce that sometimes drains the sauces and is too little to have an impact on the flavour… just get rid of it.

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Nice firm and full bodied mayo was used that helped mix and mellow out all the flavours. I liked it but I was sad that all the sauces from the burger made the bun soggy on the bottom side. Either more toast or simply more bread on the bottom would have done the trick.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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This should be renamed to food coma venue. The size of the portons is huge. If you decide to go for cheesy fries, after you eat them you will feel your body slow down, yet your mind and tummy will be satisfied.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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I like the idea of a pinaple in a burger. It could have been executed in a better way but this for sure is atypical.

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Pineapples in Canada

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Bread Meats Bread is the first place that got a 10/10 a few years ago. It was one of the best places for burgers in the UK. Although in my latest visits haven’t been on the top of my burger list I’m always curious to see what the state of BMB is. The Glasgow burger joint was full of people and had few new items on the menu I haven’t seen.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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This was for sure a very strange recipe and I wanted to give it a try. The burger was a big and heavy and pretty tasty.

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The burger had:

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The burger patty was made of quality Scottish beef. It was very well spices bringing up the taste of the meat, especially when you try it on its own. It wasn’t the juciest I have tried but the flavour was there. My problem with the burger was the brisket. It was tasty and good but was entirely dominating the burger patty. The bites felt more as a brisket sandwitch rather than a burger. So far Black Bear Burger has been the only burger that has managed to balance brisket and patty correctly.

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The cheese was the interesting part of the burger. If the patty was leaner and there weren’t dominating taste, I beleive that the smoky taste of the Scamorzo was going to be much more prominent. Combining it with the brisket and the rest of the strong flavours the cheese felt more like a classic mozarella and lacked any form of flavour or punch although on its own it was fine.

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I loved the onions. They went great with the brisket and the meat. They added that distinguished sweetness that worked well with the sweetness from the BBQed brisket and highlighted the beef. The pickles were tasty but I would have preffered a bit for a bit more brightness in the bites.

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The spicy beef mayo simply enchanced the beefy flavour and was a great sauce for the burger. I was expecting spiciness but the “spiciy” bit was lacking. It was full of flavour and went well with everything. The bun was nicely toasted, hold well and tasty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Bread Meats Bread is still a top burger joint. They have great sides, interesting choice of other food and nice drinks.

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It is still one of the best places to get your mouth stuffed with good food.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I haven’t seen the Scamorzo cheese in use anywhere and I beleive with a simpler burger it may end up being well highlighted

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All the Beefiness

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In my last trip to Bulgaria, a place that was highlighted by a friend of mine was BDS ( It actually means Balkan Delicatesse Grill). It is a place that claims to do what I was looking for Bulgaria… a Bulgarian burger. I was really interested in the execution so it is safe to say I was excited. On top of that, the venue has a very classic look that romanticizes the communist era in a good way.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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In traditional Bulgarian streetfood we have what you would call a burger but frequently it is made of pork or pork/beef mix. It tends to be much plainer than the typical burger and doesn’t use cheese. So I was pleasently surprised when there was a Bulgarian recipe to a burger. In my opinion with very few fixes this burger can go for a 10/10

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The burger had:

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The beef was high quality and the flavour was accentuated with the classical Kofte spices that are used in Bulgaria. The typical flavour of cumin was present and even though the burger was cooked and looked like a classic burger it had the distinct nature of Bulgarian grill. This is exactly what I have been looking for in my exploration of burgers in my home country and I’m really happy someone is doing it.

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The smoked cheese was there more for the melt than for tha flavour. I can see how thee somky accents could have worked if the quantity was more. Sadly the faste was lost in between the bites. The rest of the flavours were much more potent.
\nThe soft cheese sauce is a variation of a typical Balkan/Middle eastern dip called Shmerkeze. It was using cream cheese and mayo with the typical paprika and I really liked it. This is something I have never thought of to put in a burger and I was very pelasently surprised. The use of soft cheese softened the flavour while making the sauce heavy. It is one of those things that goes great with everyting, but in the same time it didn’t standout on its own and didn’t highlight any of the other ingredients. A use of regular Bulgarian cheese, possibly from sheep or goat, with more spices and addition of the classic onions can make this a killer burger sauce IMO.

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The lettuce leaf was very thin and small and in the mids of all the great flavours it was absolutely useless in the burger. Either put a bit more (please dice it) or simply remove it. As usual it is always a great pelasure to have a tomato from the Balkans in your burger. The difference in taste is huge compared to the western tomatoes that for some reason try to find a place in a burger.  I also think the burger and the sauce combined very well with the meaty tomato.
\nThe gherkins was one of the places where the recipe could have been executed better. Both more and with stronger pickle flavour would have trully pushed the acidity and the balance of the burger. In few of the bites where gherkins were present the hint of greatness was there.

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Let’s talk about the bloody amazing bread. Holly FUCK! This is possibly the best bun I have had for a burger. On top of that, it also ties perfectly with the Balkan experience. Let me give it do you step by step experiece:
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\n2. From the sight of the crust you know how it is going to sound.
\n3. Smell of charred bread puts a smile.
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\n5. Crunch is intense both on sound and feel… full of flavour.
\n6. Then clouds come to take the rest of your pallet
\n7.  Then toasted flavour of white bread soaked with tasty juices finishes it off

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I’m going to call this the 7 commandments of a good bun…

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The venue is small and you don’t have many places to sit. You have interesting choices of drinks and decent grill. I was expecting more from the fries they for sure aren’t on par with the burger.

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The lemonade is pretty good though!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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The Bulgarian style of the whole burger and THAT bun were trully unique.

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The holy bun

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I think I’m getting more famous since this is the second spot in Sofia, Bulgaria that requested a review for their burger joint. Carnivale is a fun, quirky place close to the centre and one of the prettier parks in Sofia – South Park. By coincidence, I live close by so it was very convenient for me to drop by for lunch. It does a lot of things including shisha’s and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This is one of the times where I see a burger and I instantly know where my critique is going to be. The burger was with a very impressive size. So impressive that even I, as a large lad had an issue taking a bite. This is a no go for me since if you can’t have a full bite from a burger then you might as well have a salad with a patty.  But this wasn’t such a “big” issue, the problem was the onion. That thick slice of a fresh large onion that was in the middle of the burger.

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The burger had:

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The burger patty was very tasty. On the outside, it had the perfect level of tasty char that you want in a good burger, that is where a lot of the flavour is. I would have prefered if it wasn’t well done but medium so it can be juicier but I think it fits better the Bulgarian way of eating burgers. The patty wasn’t betting only on the quality of the beef. There were plenty of spices to push that beef flavour. The goal of having the patty as the centrepiece of the burger was achieved!

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The cheddar melted around the edges and it was missing in the middle of the patty but when it was in the bites it was amazing. It balanced perfectly with the meat. Combined with the relishes you were getting this classic burger flavour among the bites. The cheddar was strong and tasty and is a good example of how cheese should be on a burger.

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As expected the tomato was great. We are in Bulgaria and the quality of the veggies is way up there. Full of flavour and meaty and with good enough ingredients around it to balance the bites.
\nAnd this is where things go wrong. That onion slice absolutely ruined the burger for me. As a rule, if I order a burger I don’t remove anything from it. I want to experience the recipe as prepared by the chef. Even though I know that the onion is going to ruin it for me I took the bite. A centimetre thick of a slice is too much for a burger. If the onion was less maybe diced, lightly pickled and incorporated into a salad it was going to be much better. Raw onion isn’t bad in a burger if it is put well together and balanced but this wasn’t the case. Every bite was full of onion and the burger started to shine after I removed it halfway through. This is the main reason the burger has a lower grade. If the onion wasn’t there this could have easily been 8.5/10. And let’s not talk about the leaf of lettuce. It takes the sauce (in this case chunks of mayo) and takes them away. Please dice your lettuce.

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The reason I’m ranting so much is that the rest of the ingredients were pretty good. The caramelized onions were obviously homemade. They were tasty, added that sweetness and classic cooked onion flavour that suits a burger very well. Combine it with relish and the cheddar and you have a perfect burger.

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The mayo was used as a saucy base to make the bites moister but could be better, garlic aioli maybe? The brioche was fresh and tasty and even though it wasn’t toasted it managed to hold the burger very well and soak the juices from the caramelized onion.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The place has burgers, shisha and great deserts I am absolutely sold. It is a bit tacky but that is also its charm. The complimentary dessert I got was really tasty and unique. The sides looked good but didn’t try. It is for sure a place you can go and have a good time.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Excluding the size I don’t think there was something too weird about the burger except its size/

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Dat Onion

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Yen Burger is a burger place that I really enjoyed last time I visited. So I decided to bring my friends over and give another burger a try. It is an easily reachable venue and opens at 12.00 just for lunch. The last burger was so close to a 10/10, it had one of the best beef patties I have tried so I was hyped about this one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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This was a very simple burger. The simpler you go the more is expected from the ingredients and the burger delivered

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The burger had:

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As I’ve mentioned before the patty is one of the best I have tried. The Angus Beef that they use is full of flavour and very good quality, I also find it much better than their Wagyu beef. The burger is crispy on the outside and full of juicy goodness on the inside. They are also spicing the burger so it isn’t just the meat working. What you end up with is an amazing burger that acts as the centrepiece of every single bite.

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I admire the fact that there was no cheese. It didn’t have a place and the rest of the burger handled perfectly without it. The pickles were great with providing that brightness and acidity together with the salad so your pallet can reset. It was going perfectly with the meat and the spicy sauce. The crunchy texture just added to the overall experience.

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The thing that pushed the burger for a 10/10 was for sure the sauce. It made the burger different from what I usually try. It gave character to the burger by showing off its Asian origins. It was delicious, spicy, but not annihilating your taste buds, it was quirky but most of all it rounded up the whole burger

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Bun helped with the character. It was firm, it managed to hold all the sauces and was very plain in flavour so the other ingredients can shine

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? –7/10

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This time the fires weren’t as good as the previous time I visited. The gyoza I tried was ok but nothing special what pushed it was the sauce.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Interesting take on a simple burger. A fun and exciting sauce that I would love to take back home in a bottle.

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Spicy-san

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So few weeks before I went back home 2day burger contacted me and asked me to come and review their burgers. I do enjoy when burger places do that and it shows confidence in their abilities. I don’t tend to tell when I’m going to come so I can make sure I’m treated like a regular customer. I’m interested in how the Bulgarian burger scene is developing so adding an extra joint to my list was a priority!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The burger had:

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So let me begin by saying that this is the best beef patty I have tried so far in Bulgaria and one of the top ones ever. I absolutely loved it. The meat was well spiced, it wasn’t going for a purist approach which I agree with considering the quality of beef in Bulgaria for the most part. It was approached a bit more like a Kofte (the traditional Bulgarian burger we talked about ). The meat had a great and intense flavour, the spices were highlighting it and yet it was different compared to your standard beef patty. It was the centrepiece of the burger and was standing out in every bite. This is exactly what you want from it. It actually reminds me a bit of Gordon Ramsay’s patty

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So everybody knows that I like blue cheese on a burger and I was pretty excited to try this one. Normally the blue cheese overwhelms a lean patty or there isn’t enough to highlight it. The reason people stay away from blue cheese is it is very easy to overwhelm it and difficult to get the right balance. Even though the patty was amazing and very flavourful the cheese was very dominating in most of the bites. It was a bit too much and was a bit too salty. A little bit less blue cheese and few touches, the burger can push for a 10/10 easily. I think the smokiness from the bacon was a nice addition to the flavour but also added to the saltiness of the burger.

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I’m not sure I get the idea of the lettuce in a burger like that. You have too much intensity to be able to counteract it with freshness. Even if you do that means you need to put much more of it and mostly for the crunchy texture. But then you go to the problem of the iceberg leaf. It gathers sauce and drips it away from that tasty burger and we don’t want that. So this is why we almost always shred the lettuce but even if it was shredded I don’t see the need for it.

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The jalapenos on the other side, I absolutely loved if they were a tiny bit crunchier and spicier it would have been better but still, they managed to shine with their acidity through the other flavours and bring some heat to the table. A very nice addition.

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To go with the intensity of the patty, bacon and cheese we had caramelized onion, another ingredient I’m a sucker for. It is difficult to get wrong, it is tasty and goes great with a good patty and this was the case. It added quite a bit of sweetness which interacted great with the cheese and I think it was done very well. The chipotle mayo added to that fatty flavour across bites and smoothed the pallet.

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The brioche was nice, firm, tasty and managed to hold most of the sauce. It was lightly toasted and great, I need to learn from where they are getting their buns!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Foot truck with a place to sit. Good choice of food and sides. Sadly I didn’t try the fries ( too stuffed from eating at home, next time!)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Burger was a very classic take with very classic ingredients nothing too special. It included ingredients I love that I haven’t seen in this specific combination but nothing weird.

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Almost Perfect

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Corner Burgers was the second place I visited in Varna. It was high on the list of recommendations so I had to see what they are up to. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the burger joint. Old Buddies set pretty high expectations from the venue and the burgers were good. At least I had a baseline to judge. One of the things I rarely mention on this blog is customer service. This was one of the few times I’ve been disappointed by the staff. Lack of engagement didn’t want to answer questions or didn’t know the answer and overall an unwelcoming experience. But I’m there to judge the burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger suffered from the “chuck good ingredients together” problem. The ingredients were tasty on their own but there were too much and overwhelming each other.

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The burger had:

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For my disappointment non of the Kofte culture in Bulgaria was tapped with this burger patty. I’m going to repeat myself again, but lean cuts with no spices don’t work especially when you have a large number of intense ingredients. If you want to have a more intense recipe you need to have a richer patty and this wasn’t the case. It wasn’t bad but the meat didn’t have the right profile you would expect.

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The cheddar was from the processed type and there wasn’t much flavour coming out of it. In cases like that, it is more for the fattiness and I think this cheddar works well for diner-style burgers. This isn’t a diner-style burgers but it is following the path of the Bulgarian street food burgers so I kind of understand, but it should have been more.

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The egg was handled great. Flavour was there, sauces and cheese helped for the full experience. It is an intense flavour especially with a leaner patty like this one. I would be interesting to try a runny egg, it will merge with the sauces and will have a lighter flavour.

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The saute style mushrooms and caramelised onions absolutely amazing. These are two condiments that are difficult to mess up and always tasty together and the mushrooms were extra good. They had a lot of flavours and backed the meat in the right bites. A simpler version of the burger with emphasis on those two would be amazing.

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The tomato and lettuce were also really good but they just added to the “chuck good things together” burger. I really appreciate the fact that the lettuce is shredded, it was present much more for the texture and wasn’t directing the sauce away from the burger. Talking about the sauce I was hoping for something more defining. The caramelized onions made it difficult to distinguish and only the ketchup aspect of it prevailed.

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The bread was perfectly toasted and delicious

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Not great service. Decent fries and a good selection of beers. The menu was full of interesting recipes so the decision was tough.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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The burger is apparently very standard for the Varna scene because it was very similar to the one I had in Old buddies. It had a different expression of the Gourme Street Doner Burgers that I talked about earlier .

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Overwhelming!

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In my quest for a great burger in Varna I had a partner in crime which did help with the exploration… I could eat more burgers!. I could try two burgers when I went to Old Buddies, and I think this one had more success than the previous. The truth is I wanted to go to many more places in Varna, but my fiancé’s dad is too great of a cook, and I just couldn’t eat more. This time I went for the spicy burger – Hot Pepper Joe, which was presented in an enjoyable way… a syringe.

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In my exploration of burgers, I have started to appreciate chilli burgers much more, and this one was one of the better spicy burgers I have tried

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The spicy wasn’t as much as I was expecting considering the spicy ingredients which made the experience even more pleasant for me

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The burger had:

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I’m not going to repeat myself about the Koftes of Bulgaria. This was undoubtedly a more purist patty with fewer spices and a leaner cut. The burger accommodated much more for the patty since all the ingredients helped highlight the meat and nothing was dominating too much over it. Now I have learned to enjoy spicy food so for the people who are quickly burned from spicy I’m not sure if you are going to have the same experience as I. A slightly fattier cut for the beef would have made this work even better

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Cheddar was good, it was the standard processed type. Compared to the other burger I tried at Old Buddies it was felt much better and was present throughout the bites, but I would have prefered something with a bit more character, tasty none the less

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The onion ring style red and green pepper paste were a twist, it provided more texture to the bite and the sweetness together with the BBQ sauce was balancing out the spicy. In the same time, the rings weren’t prominent in any other way, with less spicy and more umph it could have pushed for the 10/10.

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The main event of the burger (except the patty as usual) was the spiciness. The chilli they chose was a peppercorn based chilli that combined well with the bbq, and it wasn’t destroying my taste buds even though my partner in crime used the entire syringe of it. The jalapenos weren’t too spicy and were acting more like a relish and together with the lettuce were giving that freshness in between the bites. Overall the sauce game was on point.

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The white bun was great, very classic for the Bulgarian scene and the logo on top was a great touch. I can have a bit more toast time, but it managed to hold all the sauces very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Complimentary shots… check!
\nGreat ale to soothe the pain… check!
\nDelicious fries… check!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you get a syringe in your burger. It was exciting but also practical because you could squeeze as much as you wanted from the hot sauce… Not that it matters for chilli heads like my fiance.

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Inject the Fire!

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So, I was in Varna, Bulgaria for a week and I realised that I have never tried a burger at the sea capital of Bulgaria. I summoned all my friends from the coastal town so I can get suggestions where should I go. Two of the most recommended places were “Old Buddies” and “Corner Burgers”. While in Varna I had a mission, try as many burgers as I can, sadly they were only three. The first one I tried was in “Old Buddies”, and it was their signature classic called… “Old Buddies Burger”.

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For the more uneducated the burgers in Bulgaria were a later addition to the menu. The OG of Bulgarian cuisine is Kiofte which is typically made of pork and beef or only pork and has the shape and feel of a burger. I personally enjoy the vibrant recipes of Kiofte much more compared to a regular, plain and purist beef burger. I was hoping more of the Bulgarian burgers would have richer patties.

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The overall evolution of the Bulgarian burger came from the Bulgarian doner. Doner is the tasty street food that you eat when you are hungover or drunk; it is like the Greek gyros or the Turkish doner but slightly different. After McDonald’s came to the Bulgarian market 25 years ago, burgers became popular. So, the great doner places started introducing more affordable and tastier burgers. Usually frozen patty with some cheese, egg and fries and some veggies like tomatoes and lettuce and a lot of garlic sauce. They were delicious junk food but very different from the UK or US junk food burger you might be used to. What I noticed in my little exploration in Varna is that a lot of the burgers are an evolution of that recipe. Combining the western gourmet-style burger with the Bulgarian street food burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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Overall this was a delicious burger experience but compared with the burgers I’ve had in Sofia a very different one

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The burger had:

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Coming from my kofte explanation, I have to say I’m slightly disappointed burger patties weren’t the kofte way. They were the plain beef type with salt and pepper on top and very lean. The patties were excellent in taste but only on their own and not amazing considering the sheer amount of ingredients that were part of the burger. The meat was kind of lost in the burger and that is supposed to be its centrepiece. I also think the large bun and thin patty didn’t help for the meaty experience. If the patty was slightly thicker, I think the taste profile was going to be quite a bit different.

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A very typical for the Bulgarian doner burger is the egg, and of course, it is present here. A potent taste that easily overwhelms other flavours if not handled correctly. The weird part is that the egg provided more body to the burger than the patty but it was really tasty and went well with the rest of the ingredients

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The cheddar wasn’t very strong or enough to be felt actively through the bites it was providing more of a support for the egg than anything else. I would prefer if it was stronger cheese or simply a bit more.

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This was one of the few times I have really enjoyed BBQ sauces and it went really well with the entire burger. I thought it was going to fight the sweet coming from the caramelized onions but it was rather complementing it. That tangy finish of it did help for a great saucy experience together with the mayo.

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What Bulgarian burgers have always hit right on the spot have been vegetables. They are fresh, full of flavour and not there only for the sake of it like in many other burger joints I have been to. The marinated cucumber and the lettuce added the right level of freshness to the burger to help reset the flavour with every bite.

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The white bun was great, very classic for the Bulgarian scene and the logo on top was a great touch. I can have a bit more toast time but it managed to hold all the sauces very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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A large selection of beers and ales that were delicious and perfect for burgers. There were sauces and custom spice mixes for the fries that I absolutely loved. Fries were good and the service great.

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After giving my business card me and my partner did get a finishing shot of Jagermeister which I found is great for digestion. Much appreciated!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I can’t say there was anything too quirky about the burger. The main thing for me was the burger that evolved from the old street food burgers back in Bulgaria and the amazing spice mixes for the fries.

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An Improved Nostalgia

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Since Mother Flipper has been on my list for some time and I won’t be getting a second try any time soon it was worth it to not have breakfast they day I tried them. This way two burgers could satisfy the hunger and my curiosity. The Chilli Flipper was the quirkier burger compared to the last one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I’ve learned to enjoy spicy food in recent years and a well balanced chilli flavour can turn a good burger to amazing.

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The burger had:

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The patty was genereally sufering from the same criticism as the previous burger. It was way too lean. The beef and fatty flavour wasn’t as prominent. However this time there were tasty chillies into the patty which was a twist that I really loved. The freshness of the green jalapeno brought much more contrast to the meat. It wasn’t what I expected and I liked it but I would have loved it if the meat cut was better and the burger was a tad bit jucier.

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A trend I see into Mother Flipper’s recipe is that they focus a lot on the accent of the burger. In the swiss burger it was the sweetness and the heaviness in this one it was the chilli and freshness and this combined with not intense enough other ingredients makes for overpowering flavours. I like balance and I like when each ingredient has its moment to shine. The brightest shining was the jalapeno relish. It was one of the best relishes I have tried (especially chilli ones) . In a more balanced environment it can have so much more character and impact but when it is followed with even more chillies in the patty, more relish in the form of gherkins and onion it gets lost.

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The cheddar could have balanced all the acidity coming from the other ingredients but it was simply not enough. A tomato, I think was going to make a big difference in the flavour profile but that doesn’t seem to be what they are going for

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The brioche was great, not too soggy with a lot of structure.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger stand had a pretty good variety. I wanted to try many more burgers but I went for only two. The fries were really nice (that was an expert opinion after I stole one from a friend’s box) There weren’t many drinks or other sides but that was expected. Overall nothing special nothing bad

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2//10

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Nothing really quirky about  the experience. A food stand at a nice market and a nice classic burger.

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Chilling Freshness

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Mother Flipper has been on my list for a while but was never close enough to try them out. I saw that they were coming to the KERB Gherkin street market and since it is close to work I went to give them a try, finally. I wasn’t sure what to expect but they seem more of junk streetfood style burgers rather than gourmet burgers so I think my expectations were set correctly.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was for sure a more classic style burger hence I think it was a good jundge of overall execution.

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The burger had:

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The meat always is the core of a burger and when the execution is not there, it is a problem. I have iterated over my main problems with burger patties. You cannot have a very lean cut and if you do it needs to be of exceptional quality and seasoned better. In this case, we had a patty that was barely seasoned a very lean so the flavour was missing. I understand the idea of purity in a burger patty but you need to make sure you have the right ingredients both in terms of a quality fatty flavourful cut and the right condiments around it so it can shine. The next issue is putting bacon with a lean cut, it is frequently done and I’m not sure why. It makes the burger and the flavours sub-par because you are adding a fatty dominating bacon flavour to a lean delicate beef flavour and you absolutely lose the beef.

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The swiss cheese was nice when you could feel it in the bites. This is a great example of a burger that was going to do great without bacon because it was overwhelming all the other ingredients. With the lean patty, this cheese would have worked much better because of the specific taste of the cheese.

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I liked the ranch mayo it was contrasting the sweetness from the bacon, onions and bbq sauce and made up for tasty bites. The sweetness was good in its own right but was simply too dominating of a flavour because of the mentioned trio. Combined with the brioche this was a really nice base only if it was followed with a better patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger stand had a pretty good variety. I wanted to try many more burgers but I went for only two. The fries were really nice (that was an expert opinion after I stole one from a friend’s box) There weren’t many drinks or other sides but that was expected. Overall nothing special nothing bad

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2//10

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Nothing really quirky about  the experience. A food stand at a nice market and a nice classic burger.

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Flipping Neutral

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I am a bit late with this review and it is of the second burger I tried in Mildred’s but I have a good reason for it… I got engaged! It is my better half that I almost always share burgers with and that is why I have the ability to try so many.

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This burger looked interesting on the menu and it was the first time I’m trying chicken substitute so the expectations were set.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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My main issue with most vegetarian burgers I have tried is that they always try to emulate rather than finding their own path. Mildreds’ Polish – 9/10 was an exception as it did almost everything correctly

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The burger had:

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I have to admit that the Chick’n was very deceitful in the first bite. I honestly thought it was regular chicken. The teriyaki crust really helped form my initial opinion. The taste was close but overall through the next bites, the sponginess of the chick’n became much more evident and kind of killed the illusion. It was a pretty well-rounded experience especially with the teriyaki sauce it did set the expectations for the burger.

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With so many greens, chick’n and teriyaki the whole burger had the vibes of a spring roll. The sweetness from the teriyaki was a bit too much and was dominating all the delicate flavours from the greens. All of them were completely shutting down the pickled red onion and end of the day it was a brioche spring roll.

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Overall the burger was nice but the recipe wasn’t very well executed. You are balancing very delicate flavours and one thing off balance can tumble the entire burger. A bit more emphasis on greens, less teriyaki and a bit more of that Japanese mayo could make a big difference

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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It is a really stylish place with really good atmosphere if you want to get your vegetarian friend out for dinner I do recommend this place even if you are not coming for burgers.

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The fries were absolutely brutal (in a good way). And they came with cream cheese dip which made crispy fries even better. I have had a lot of luck with chips in my recent burger visits and I’m just going to say it again, one of the best fries I have tried

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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The Chick’n that isn’t really a chicken has been a very interesting experience. I am impressed how far we are with meat substitute food but I don’t think it is enough for me at least. There is much more to the taste and texture that are further away but if you aren’t that much into meat and you want to be more eco friendly this might be a good way to do it.

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Not chicken Chick’n

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Yesterday I went with my partner in crime to see Tommy Guerrero in Camden. It was an absolutely great jazz concert if you haven’t heard of the guy you should give it a listen. Beforehand we were on a burger quest though, and that quest led us to Mildreds it was a recommended vegetarian restaurant that apparently make a killer burgers. I haven’t had a vegetarian burger in a while and I had to do one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Recently the vegeterian/vegan burger I have tried that I have liked have always been with the plant based meats. They were simply trying to match the taste of a good beef without acually being a meat but not actually embrasing their vegetarian nature. The Polish was a different beast, a tasty one.

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The burger had:

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The patty was for sure the centerpeice of the burger. The taste would be very familiar to any Balkan or Middleeastern foodie. Fried courgets on the outside give a very specific flavour and were helping to hold the patty. It was going great with the garlic in tha aioli and the cottage cheese that was added around it and really hit a nostaliga point with me. The patty was with thick bodied from the beans and with amazing color and sweetness coming from the beetroot. This is a patty I absolutely love and I’m going to try at home.

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The second part of the burger where light improvement is needed. It wasn’t bad but it wasn’t right, it could have easily been a 10 IMO. The pickles weren’t strong enough, I expected more acidity and saltiness to balance the sweetness of the patty. The punch was simply not there and it would have killed it. The lettuce was a lot and could dominate some of the less meaty bites so few leaves less woul have made it better

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Brioche bun was tasty and exactly what you would exepct. It rounded the burger and with less lettuce I think it was going to be a bit more saucy.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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It is a really stylish place with really good atmosphere if you want to get your vegetarian friend out for dinner I do recommend this place even if you are not coming for burgers.

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The fries were absolutely brutal (in a good way). And they came with cream cheese dip which made crispy fries even better. I have had a lot of luck with chips in my recent burger visits and I’m just going to say it again, one of the best fries I have tried

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Vegetarian burgers that are not plant-based meats haven’t been the highlight of my burger hunts so far but this one is actually good. It is an interesting recipe that holds its own and isn’t trying to replicate a regular burger which I respect!

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Pink, Relish and Garlic

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So a weekend ago I was looking for a meal around Regent Street and bumped into a food market that served burgers from Heddon Street. Apparently, it is one of Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants so I had to give one of the burgers a try. I was expecting quality and I wasn’t disappointed.

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NOTE: To point out, this was a burger from the street food stand not the restaurant but I was expecting the quality to be on the same level.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This burger follows a philosphy of simplicity which I respect a lot. It doesn’t have anything unnecessary but that only means the quality needs to be so much higher and it was.

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The burger had:

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The patty is hands down the best one I have ever tried. It was quality, tasty, full of flavour jucy and properly cooked. For sure it had plenty of other condiments, it wasn’t only a simple beef burger relying on the quality of source and cut. To my eastern european friends, it tasted a lot more like the grill minced meats ( kiofte ) we are used to just made with good quality dry aged beef. I’m pretty sure there was mustard and bread crumbles in the mix.

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The cheese was a bit of a slip, it wasn’t enough for the large patty the burger had. You could taste it only on its own and although good it could have been much better if there were simply two slices. The lettuce was few flimsy slices I would have completely removed and let the classic cheeseburger speak for itself. Last but not least the burger sauce. It was siracha and a lot of mayo and not that it was bad but it wasn’t with the excelence of the patty. It was tasty but it could have been so much better even only by shifting the proportions of siracha and mayo.

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Combine all of the above with a truly great and fresh brioche and you have an amazing burger. It could have easily been a 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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I wasn’t inside a resaturant that will be a judge

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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High quality classic burger from a street grill in the middle of Regent Street.

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Hedonistic Experience

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Yen Burger was one of those joints that had variety. Which meant when I’m with my partner in crime we are going to grab two different burgers and try them both. We always like going for a classic burger and something more quirky. The Surf N Turf was a choice I haven’t had in a while.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Yen Burger’sSurf N Turf is for sure one of the best I have had. Previous attempts haven’t been very successful so I have stayed away from Surf N Turf burgers ever since I started the blog.

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The burger had:

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This was a very tasty patty. The Angus beef was full of flavour and was giving the right amount of flavour without shadowing the rest of the ingredients. The cut and quality were great I even think it was lightly spiced. The balance between turf and surf was great and through every bite both the beef and the prawns were present. The prawns were grilled and the lime was bringing a lot in their taste. Combined with the sweet chilli the meat was getting this great Asian cuisine feel through every bite.

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The cheese was an optional addon and we opt-in and this was the biggest mistake of the burger. The reason why this isn’t a 10 is the cheese because it felt absolutely obsolete. There wasn’t any flavour and I don’t think there could have been a cheese flavour that could go well with this direction of the Surf N Turf.

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The salad is where the burger balanced out. It brought the brightness with the lime coriander and red onion. Every time you had a nice solid beef bite the salad was slowly taking over complimenting the prawns and finishing with the sauces. The salad was that bridge that connected everything together and just worked so well.

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The steamed bun was a great holder for all the ingredients. It stayed very neutral and let all the ingredients shine.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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These are some of the best fries I have tried in my life. It is strange how a simple spice from another part of the world can completely change and improve a food that you are familiar with. This is exactly what happened and I do to people to try the fries.

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They also have a nice selection of drinks and side. Overall a great burger joint!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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I love it when food that you love is changed through the prism and food culture of another country. It is just such a fun way of exploring food and in my opinion, works great!

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Surfalicous Turfalicous

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Yen Burger is a small join at London bridge that I really enjoyed. Visited with couple of friends after a gallery opening and it was amazing!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Yen Burger’s is one of those places where you know it is going to be good when you walk in, or at least you hope so. The menu got my attention and scratched my itch for themed burgers,. I really like it when burgers go to another country to take what they can from there and turn into something slightly different. And  looks like the guys from Yen Burger have done exactly that; they have given the best twist to a Japanese burger I have seen

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The burger had:

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We all know where should our attention be with a burger like this… the shiso sauce… Joke aside I have been wanting to try a Wagyu beef for some time to compare with one of my previous experience . The meat was of really good quality. I actually don’t think the patty was spiced except for salt and pepper but the flavour was so pure and typical of grass-fed beef. The truth is in my mind I expected a bit more from the beef but at the same time, it was a really good natural taste. The rest of the ingredients were light except for the turkey bacon which is one of the reasons the burger has a lower grade. It was unnecessary. When having a bite with a bit more of the turkey bacon it was shadowing the natural taste of the beef. What you want is ingredients to compliment each other and sometimes when you have a gem like this patty try to highlight it and put it on the forefront of the pallet.

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Taking a step back from the meat there was one more culprit for the lower grade and that was the cheese. It felt unnecessary. It was good it was fatty I would have loved it on almost any other burger but there was something about the flavours in that one that was much more delicate. A play with tofu or a nutty manchego I think could have worked much better with the patty and the rest of the burgers or even not have it at all.

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The salad was perfect. It provided that brightness through every bite. It was light yet with very tasty and just balanced so well with everything else including the sauce. The pickled onions weren’t overpowering anything yet were lining that great onion flavour to go with the patty

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One of the bits that makes the burger great is the sauce. The shiso sauce and their burger sauce just enhanced absolutely everything. It gave that familiar Japanese flavour profile and just made the burger quite distinct. It merged so well with the steamed bun it was a pleasure to eat it just with the sauce, yet it wasn’t dominating a single ingredient it felt like a good salad dressing. I absolutely loved it

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If it wasn’t for the bacon and the cheese I think this could have easily been a 10/10

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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These are some of the best fries I have tried in my life. It is strange how a simple spice from another part of the world can completely change and improve a food that you are familiar with. This is exactly what happened and I do to people to try the fries.

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They also have a nice selection of drinks and side. Overall a great burger joint!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9//10

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I love it when a food that you love is changed through the prism and food culture of another country. It is just such a fun way of exploring food and in my opinion, works great!

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Oishī!

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I was walking around with friends in North Greenwich and as a foody I had to bring them to the market. My last experience with Ramen Burgers was very pleasent. The burger was a very interesting twist of something you know. Of course as a burger connoisseur I expressed my recommendations and lined up to try another one of these ramen burgers. They did like it quite a bit but for me the story wasn’t all that peachy

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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I need to start clarifying more in my blogs but my taste has evolved and I realize I have become much more pretentious about the burgers I eat. I’m not sure if it was execution, slightly different recipes or quality but this time the burger wasn’t as good. Year ago that would have been a place I would regularly recommend. So what is the story.

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The burger had:

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Burger was ok, quality was there and it was tasty but nothing mind blowing. The patties are pressed and I would have preffered to either have a bit more of a fatty cut or few more spices to help with the flavours. Considering that the burger deals with light flavours I can understand why the intensity of the beef doesn’t need to be as prominent but you need something a bit more because the egg was able to dominate quite a bit of the taste.

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Egg and Beef is a popular combination especially in the Iberian regions of the world. It is an absolutely tasty classic but this wasn’t the best execution. The cheddar was good and went really well with the egg and the burger. The tastes were overall light which meant every piece of ingredient got some time to shine in the mouth.

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The burger sauce was more like general ketchup/siracha mayo sauce and overall the whole feel of the burger (compared to the last one I had tried was lost). The lettuce was there but not enough spring onions as last time. Flavlours were there they just weren’t flowing perfectly together.

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The ramen bun is the star of the show and I’ pretty sure last time it was tastier. This tie it depended too much on the rest of the ingredients and it kind of lost its individuality.

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This was simply a tasty set of ingredients brought together without much balance or sparks of glory, unlike the burger I tried last year.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 2/10

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You get a burger that is it. I think a few interesting drinks may bring the burgers in a different light

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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This is the only ramen burger place  I know in London so that is pretty quirky on its own but in terms as an overall experience and flavour it was less weird than last time.

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Eggciting

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Every month I go out with my friends exploring food and alcohol (quantitative rather than qualitative exploration… ). After my last success in MeatMission with the Dead Hippie’s burger, I had to show this burger joint to my buddies. It was safe to say that everyone loved it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I have learned to learn chillies. Years ago I would have never picked a burger like this and be excited. But now that I have learned the true path.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As expected from MeatMission the patty was juicy and tasty. It was apparent it had more of a fatty cut. The beef flavour was the centrepiece for the burger, and the other ingredients played around it well. I don’t think the meat was heavily spiced but the quality was high enough to get that signature taste out.

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The cheese was excellent and helped create that familiar taste you have from jalapeno poppers and other cheese and chilli flavours. Interestingly, the cheese wasn’t felt much on its own but rather contributed mainly to the chillies and putting on the front of the taste together with the patty.

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There were a lot of greens salads and pickled, but the truth is a lot of them were lost through the intensity of the chillies. You had the onions present, and that was about it. If this was aiming and fewer ingredients and just ride the chillies and beef flavours, it was going to be a much more successful burger.

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The bun was soft, lightly toasted it was sogging a bit more than I would have loved but nothing too bad.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Jugs of IPA. Trays of fries and tasty burgers. I really enjoy the place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Nothing too crazy about the burger but few people leverage the fresh taste of green chillies like this.

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Chililicious

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MacWild is a Scottish steak house that I visited for the first time recently. I do miss the quality beef, salmon and haggis ever since I left Scotland. Joke aside, the truth is I haven’t been to a proper Scottish restaurant, so I was interested to see what the execution of the food will be. End of the day Scotland is the country with the highest percentage of Michelin star chefs per capita.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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Mac and wild had only one burger on the menu ( ok they had a vegetarian one, but it doesn’t count ). I saw venison on the menu and my eyes sparkled. It is rare to see it in a restaurant especially here in London. Being a sucker for good meat I ordered the venimoo. A double patty burger, one beef, one deer.

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The burger had:

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So this is the only time I have tried the two types of meat in the same bite and is precisely what I expected. You can’t feel the beef. But I have to assure you, the venison was absolutely smashing. The beef patty on its own wasn’t bad at all, but its character was lost when you have such a dominant flavour from the deer. The beef was tasty, high quality and right cut – what you expect from a steak house, but it simply didn’t fit the whole picture. The game meat has a specific flavour, and the best part is you don’t need more than salt and pepper to make it right as long as the quality is there… it is that strong. So the venison was a lovely experience, and I want to repeat. I would like to try cooking it to get a better sense of its flavour profiles.

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The cheese was a nice cheddar that was strong enough to be felt among the other flavours and was finishing off with a bit more nuttiness. I would have loved a bit more of it or just remove the beef patty, and it was going to be perfect.

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The salad was very light, maybe a bit too much. I would have prefered a bit more in quantity or none at all. In between some of the bites, it was helping clear the heavy flavours so you can re-experience them again, which is what you want from greens like these.

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I really liked the caramelised onions and the bearnaise they rounded up the flavours of the burger well and provided a lot of umami and sweetness to the bites which went great with the patties.

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Seeded brioche is something you can’t go wrong, especially when it is so well toasted.

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Honestly, this could have been a 10 if it didn’t have the beef patty.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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It is an amazing place with unusual food. I tried the best scotch egg. I had marvellous mac and cheese with haggis. The food made me very happy and it was different from you regular British restaurant. I heavily recommed it!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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Sadly it is rare that I have venison and it is a treat in my book. It is even rarer that you try beef and deer patty in the same burger.

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Deer God

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I think I have basically gone through all the burger places 15 minutes walk away from work. So sadly I have to repeat however, I haven’t tried all the burgers in places like GBK so there is more material to go through. Recently I have been to many smaller joints with great burgers and the burger chains haven’t performed as well.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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One off Gourmet Burger Kitchen’s signature burger is Major Tom and plenty of times I have postponed tasting it.

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The burger had:

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There was nothing incommon between a 30-day dry aged steak and the meat that was in the burger I had. There was absolutely no flavour that hinted aged meat. There were no spices for the patty and the cut was very lean which meant the beef flavour got dominated by the rest of the ingredients. The bacon is the type of crispy I’m not a big fan of but it wasn’t too bad. It was very flavourful and delicious which also meant dominating the patty.

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The blue cheese slaw was a very interesting choice. In principal if the recipe was well executed the blue cheese is a great addition to the recipe so it can balance all the heavy flavours. Now it was a bit more prominent in the bites but still quite good, combining well with the bacon.

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The relish in the form of the dill pickle was a great choice. It went well with the sauce and the slaw. It was punchy and balanced out well with the rest of the heavy flavours providing that brightness and acidity in the bite.

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The burger bun was nice and fresh. A great burger holder that was lightly toasted and not soggy, exactly what you want.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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GBK is still a top burger joint as a venue. They have a great selection of sides and milk shakes. Beer and a burger is a favorite

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Even though a special for GBK there isn’t anything quirky about it.

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Major Flop

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In the last month when someone asks me where to grab a burger from, I point them to Shortditch because it has some of the best burger places in London. Specifically I’m pointing to Black Bear Burgers or MeatMission which are doing things very well. No unnecesary ingredients, good quality meat, great sauce and happy tummies.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Black Bear Burgers keeps that pure version of a burger that doesn’t joke around with salad and gives you good burger with cheese and sauce.

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The burger had:

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Meat is great meat is season with steak seasoning and it is very tasty. It is using a more fatty cut and the seasoning does push the flavour further. My only problem is that it is a bit to salty. You need a drink with that burger. It is one of the few case scenarios where I like a crispy bacon. It is well made, not too crunchy and hard, it compliments the meat and lets face it, bacon makes everyone happy.

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Usually heavy meat focus overwhelms the cheese flavour especially if it isn’t strong enough but this wasn’t the case. Nicely melted, present in every bite and very delicious it left me a very happy man.

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The burger sauce was great and specifically the honey that built on top of the bacon and the patty. The mustard and mayo just went great with the cheese and provided a great base profile.

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I love sesame seeds on thebun but it wasn’t toasted which would have increased the flavour profile of the seeds IMO and was a bit dry but overall a great bun for a burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of or weird.

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Can you Bear the Flavour?

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When life gives you a chance to try a second burger you take it. These are the benefits of going with your girlfriend to a burger joint. The previous burger I had in Cut and Grind was nicely executed and uber simple. The Keto looked fun and we decided to go for it and also be healthier.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Even though it is a Keto burger and you expect a weird conglomeration of ingredients, it had a very Greek-inspired style. The recipe was exciting and very well executed. My main beef was with the bun.

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The burger had:

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Even though the patty was the same as the previous burger and there were more ingredients to mask it, I thought it was with much better execution. Also, when trying only the patty, it had much more flavour packed and partially I think it was due to the better crust it had. It was medium-well and packed much more flavour. Hands down it was one of the best patties I have tried, and I am not as big of a purist. The rest of the ingredients were light and just helped shape the flavour of the beef which I loved.

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The fried halloumi had me in doubt when I saw it on paper, but I was quickly convinced otherwise. It is very easy to screw up the halloumi and make it rubbery. Frequently that is the case because it is simply reheated, but that wasn’t the case. The halloumi provided a substantial body, and its distinct flavour was not lost since it was in its own waters – peppers, rocket and pickles. It is one of the few times halloumi has worked out great on a burger.

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The salads were amazing. I personally love the combi action of red peppers and pickles there is just so much flavour profile that is both sweet and sour, and when you put it on some meat, it rather compliments it. It resets the pallet nicely. Many times I’ve said that in my opinion, the rocket is the best green for a burger. It also goes well with the rest of the salad.

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The bun was like a spongy pancake. It did an outstanding job of absorbing a lot from the flavours. I understand the concept, and I really like the idea. I enjoy it when chefs put constraints on themselves like “Keto” and try to push themselves in a specific direction. But the egginess of the bun kind of ruined it for me. It was a bit too much, and sometimes it was the finishing flavour within the bite which spoiled an explosion of great flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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I absolutely loved the beer choice in the place. It wasn’t much, but it was well selected. They had a lot of wines for a burger place.
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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Egg buns are weird.

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Eggy Bread

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During one of the previous weekends, I had a lovely walk in the rejuvenated area around kings cross. Went to see the graduation exhibition of the University of London for art. I was pretty disappointed by the “art” shown and to balance the negative experience I had to have a burger. Thankfully my girlfriend had pinned on maps an interesting burger joint close to Kings Cross, Cut + Grind. I was very pleasantly surprised by the venue and what they had to offer

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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You may have seen that recently I’ve been going on a lot of rants about the quality and the cut of the parties I have been eating.

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There are a few main factors about the taste of meat. Where is it from, how fresh is it, and what cut is it. See, different cuts offer very different flavour profiles. Those flavours can be exaggerated by the spices and condiments you put in the minced meat. So the question of a good burger patty depends on what are you trying to achieve. If you are a purist, you would want only salt and pepper on the burger and nothing else, but that means the quality of the meat and cuts needs to be good enough to compensate.

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The burger had:

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The cuts that were used were what I would use for a juicy and flavorful beef patty. I was pretty hyped. The burger had only salt and was going for a very purist flavour profile which I could really appreciate. The burger was juicy and had much more flavour than 95% of the burgers I’ve had. But whenever you are going for as naked of a burger, you need your meat to be at the top 1%. One of the beef factors was lacking, but it was not the cuts. To compensate, I would have put a few spices to enhance the flavour even more. Non the less for a brave burger like this one, excellent execution and a delicious experience.

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The main reasons I’m taking points away from the burger is the burger sauce. It was a classic – mayo, ketchup, mustard, pickles.  Yes, it was good, but it wasn’t a continuation of the purist approach. Whenever you are going down that road, you need to make sure everything is on the same level; otherwise, it is very obvious when something goes wrong. I would have preferred more character in the mayo and the mustard. Mayo usually gives the body and the mustard that tangy punch that takes the pickle in a different direction. This was missing, again it was not bad but not what you would be aiming for with a burger like this one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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I absolutely loved the beer choice in the place. It wasn’t much, but it was well selected. They had a lot of wines for a burger place.
\nThe chips were amazing. I went and grabbed an extra side just because I liked them so much. They had plenty of other options depending on your dietary requirements

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Not every day you go into a burger joint with such a “brave” burger on the menu, and it was nicely made.

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A Courageous Attempt

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So during my second visit at Harlem Soul, I had the pleasure ( and the capacity to be honest) to try another burger. My expectations were a bit lower after the first one I tried and Lets Get Jammin’ looks like something I would cook at home. Heavy flavours and aim to strike the balance between them. This is what I expected but as I said. I’ve started pulling points when you serve me whole-leaf lettuce on a burger… It’s a no no.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is my style burger and I was sure I was going to like it but the question is how much? Quite a bit, however, it is far from perfect. Recently a burger I tried at Black Bear was a good example of nice heavy flavour and no unnecessary ingredients however Lets Get Jammin although delicious falls in a few of those traps.

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The burger had:

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Lean burgers are fine as long as the rest of the flavours are delicate. Whenever you have chorizo and blue cheese there is no way the patty can be felt. On its own it was nice. It could have used a bit more spicing but the toppings weren’t for it. The chorizo jam is something I tried earlier in a starter and I loved its heavy flavour but somehow it wasn’t as prominent as I expected which was actually great for the beef patty as it wasn’t completely masked.

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The blue cheese was in a pretty good balance through most of the bites. It is difficult to balance a strong cheese as it is very dominant and taste and can mask the rest of the ingredients. If the chorizo jam was strong in taste I would have expected a bit more cheese or a smellier one.

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The house pickles were on point. The acidity helped with the harmony between all the flavourful ingredients. Combine that with the additional sweetness of the classic caramelized onion and you have a very good salad… so leave it there. The tomato was unnecessary it didn’t add more sweetness or a missing flavour. The bites were already quite full. Not having a top quality tomato means you can basically ignore it, don’t push it in when you don’t need. Lettuce was a single leaf, so let’s not talk about it. In addition, I don’t think it matters as a flavour profile unless it is a lot whenever you have chorizo, blue cheese and caramelized onions.

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The bun was fluffy but wasn’t soggy, delicious and made me very happy.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a great burger joint. There are a lot of craft beers both on tap and cans. Refreshing drinks and amazing sides. I cannot recommend the rest of the food experience enough. The fries were great there a lot of other flavours you can enjoy but keep in mind food tends to be on the heavy side.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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This isn’t a weird burger but it isn’t every day that you eat chorizo jam (the pretty good stuff)

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Chorizo Jammin’

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After my first visit during the opening of Harem Soul, I was hyped to go back and try the food. The sliders convinced me that there might be potential for a new excellent burger place. Talking to the staff of this fantastic venue, I was later invited to review the burgers properly so I couldn’t resist. So last Thursday I headed for the place, and I was welcomed by friendly staff and overall a pleasant experience, but let’s talk about the burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Looking at the signature burger “The Harlem” it was challenging to make a different choice. When a venue has a signature burger, you either try it or the most classic recipe and you can learn a lot about the quality of the burgers. While I was reading the ingredients, I think I felt one of my arteries preemptively clot.

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BTW I’m going to start to automatically remove a point for any burger place that doesn’t realise the problem with whole leaf lettuce. F*cking shred it, please!

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The burger had:

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There is always excitement before you try a massive burger like The Harlem. I’m a large lad, and I certainly struggled to get a full bite through. As usual, the first thing we focus on is meat. It was fresh, and the burger was excellent quality meat. Sadly this burger has fallen into the pitfall of many other burgers. Whenever you have short rib meat, you get a lot of specific flavours that dominate a lean burger. You have to be careful to not overpower either of the meats. Combine that with the short rib being drenched in BBQ style sauce there was barely anything noticed by the burger itself unless it was a bite without the short rib. Lean burgers are fine whenever you have lighter flavours that you try to balance but whenever you go with a heavyweight like The Harlem, you need more fat in your burger patties to get that flavour out. The burger as a simple bite was much more straightforward in taste, which makes sense considering the leanness and the lack of spices. This is not to say that it wasn’t delicious, but the short rib was a bit too much.

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The mac & cheese was something I haven’t tried in a burger. I thought everything was going to be lost but to be honest, the signature flavour of the mac & cheese was there through every bite. It was creamy and buttery you could feel the cheese flavour and the fat slowly creeping up your arteries. One of the best cheesy experiences I’ve had in a burger.

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The slaw was like the base of a Tsasiki with courgettes, which was an interesting twist  I didn’t expect. The flavour was light and very bright. It was balancing out the rest of the overwhelming ingredients and had this very targetted freshness coming from the dill and courgettes. This is one of the best burgers sauces I’ve seen for such a heavy burger. One thing that ruined it for me was the single piece lettuce that spiled parts of the sauce on my plate.

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The brioche was toasted and incredibly soft and delicious. A lot of burger joints need to check where Harlem Soul is getting their buns from!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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This is a great burger joint. There are a lot of craft beers both on tap and cans. Refreshing drinks and amazing sides. I cannot recommend the rest of the food experience enough. The fries were great there a lot of other flavours you can enjoy but keep in mind food tends to be on the heavy side.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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It is not every day that you get mac and cheese in your burger and is the first time I have tried it. I think it was executed well, so now my expectations for mac and cheese are high.

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Harlem Shaking my Heart

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I like going to burger places with my girlfriend because that means I can try two burgers without getting too fat. Maybe you have already seen the first one I reviewed –  Black Bear Burger.  This is something people overlook but as a burger connoisseur like myself, it is important to give my heart a few more years to live instead of eating as many burgers as I want. With the size and heaviness of the meals in Black Bear Burgers, I’m happy I’m splitting. Plus let us face it, you can’t have a lasting relationship if you can’t share food.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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It is nice to see the same ingredients for different burgers in a small burger joint. That means they are focusing on the quality of the few ingredients instead of the quantity. Overall my experience with Black Bear Burgers has shown me exactly that. Avoiding the vegetables where they are not needed is also a plus that I have mentioned. You want to focus on the core of the burger

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The burger had:

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The reason this burger has a lower grade than the previous one is expanding on the issue with the meat. Whenever you have strong contenders like beef bristket it is difficult to taste the aged beef batty. Maybe if there were more patties they were going to be feeling better but perhaps I was going to be closer to a heart attack. Now the beef brisket was delicious but in combination with all the sauces it was pretty salty and I can see a lot of people being put off by that. That salt intensity of the brisket also put up its flavour but it also shadowed the patty so I can’t say it strikes the balance I look for.

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So far I have been mostly disappointed by American cheese but as I mentioned in the previous burger review  I was pleasantly surprised by its strong and creamy flavour. I believe the salt did help with highlighting the taste. Garlic mayo also went great with it and the beef so that was a solid win. Combine all of these with the bright notes from the pickled red onions and overall you got a great burger. A bit less salty and more balance in the meet would have pushed the burger for a ten.

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Similar to before the bun was soft and nice but the sesame flavour was not opened up a bit of toast was going to help with that and reduce the sogginess of the bun.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of

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A Salty Bear

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Recently life has been very dynamic and I haven’t had the chance to go grab a burger. I’m behind on the reviews so I promise that I will make the sacrifice to eat more burgers and catch up (If I have to…). This week I dedicated some time to jump to Shoreditch BoxPark and try Black Bear Burgers. The photos looked yummy as hell so the hype was there for sure. I really do recommend the area around BoxPark, it is full of nice cosy and pretty streets for walking. If you are a burger fanboy like myself you have plenty of good choice in the area from which to choose from.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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I love when a burger focuses on what is important. Very frequently I’ve felt chucking vegetables with bacon hasn’t worked out very well. This burger goes straight for the throat (maybe the heart) by removing anything that will pollute that meaty greatness. This truly was a great burger with very little missing from pushing it to the ten.

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the meat which was the apparent dominant part of the burger. It was good but thinking back I would grab a double patty. One of the reasons is there are so many intense flavours in this piece of delicious heart attack that the beef patty is rarely felt through. The aged beef is prominent and tasty but it wasn’t as juicy, and I would have preferred a bit more of flavour from the meat. Combine that with an extra beef patty, and we have basically a winner. I will return to try… for you guys!
\nNow, usually, that quantity of bacon would make me question the burger and the balance of tastes immediately. But this is a second time I’m seeing an uncommon cut for bacon like pancetta being used and it is amazing. It is somewhat ligher both in texture and in flavour and doesn’t completly dominate the rest of the ingredients. I absolutely love it.

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This is one of the few times recently that the american cheese was felt through out every bite and wasn’t there just for the sake of adding cheese and fat. It was tasty and the flavour was underlined but the garlic mayo. I need to understand what it is in that combination that pushes the taste so much.

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The onion jam added that sweetness and signature onion taste that kind of brought all these flavour together.

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The bun wasn’t toasted which is a shame because a light toast would of brought up the sesame seeds flavours even more. There were quite a few sauces which I loved but not having a toasted bun made it quite a bit soggy half way through.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It was a small burger stand and I didn’t try much from the sides but the choice wasn’t large. But BoxPark as a location is great because you can mix and match food and grab whatever drinks you want.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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The burger is very saucy and greasy, so it is a really lovely junk food burger, but the recipe isn’t something unheard of

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Bears are Tasty

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For some time I’ve been passing by Shortditch High Street station and noticing that burger joint. Few nights ago I was out to an excentric gallery opening (it is exactly what it sounds like ) so I decided to finish the evening with a greasy junkfood burger. Lucky me I remembered about Dirty Burger. Seeing the name frequently at differnt places and mentioned by people I was hyped to try a new place.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I like it when a burger joint excells into a specific thing and Dirty Burgers wasn’t different from that as they had one of the best bacon I’ve tried in my life. So lets go in more detail.

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The burger had:

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As you see this is a very standard burger recipe which means I expect more from the execution and the individual ingredients. As mentioned before that the bacon was one of the best I’ve had. It was crispy on the outside, soft and easy to bite on the inside and full of flavour. This is exactly the kind of bacon I like because it has so much more character than thin crispy bacon. Sadly though the bacon was in contrast with the patty. There was nothing exceptional or exciting about it. It was just beef with salt and pepper. There wasn’t taste overload there wasn’t incredible juiciness it was just a basic OK burger.

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Recently I’ve been having difficulty finding a place that uses cheese as a flavour ingredient rather than an eye feeding melting goodness. I couldn’t really feel the cheddar totether with the other ingredients and it just provided more fattyness to the experience

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The salads though were well made. Although not the best tomatoes I’ve had for sure they were pretty decent especially for London. You had that sweetness coming from them. Joining them on the sweet relish side of things were those nice slices of pickles and (THANK GOD) shredded lettuce. The salad was nice but I can’t say again that was something extraordinary.

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Please toast the bun. Thank you.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Smalll burger joint. Not a large choice of burgers or drinks but very good fries. A great place for grabbit a bite after drinking in the evening. 

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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Very classic burger, nothing wierd or special about it except for incredibly difficult to open door.

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Bacon Gods

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Byron is my least visited of the three big gourmet burger chains. Years ago I didn’t have a great experience with them but last year I had a great cheese burger from one of the Edinburgh branches. Having not experienced Byron in London I wanted to see if there is a huge difference

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Let me start by saying that this is a nicely tasting burger. But there are so many ingredients which overlap and have only a light neuance that I feel the core of the buger is lost.

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The burger had:

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As per usual we start with the centrepiece of the burger – the patty. The beef was of nice quality and was spiced appropriately to get the most flavour out of it. I think the meat is sourced locally so I shouldn’t be surprised that the Scottish branch had better quality meat but I guess the recipe is the same because it was a pretty nice burger. The beef brisket wasn’t anything exceptional but added that saucy feel to the burger the sweetness of it balanced well with the rest of the burger. It pushed the centrepiece of the burger to be between all the meatiness and the relish.

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I think this form of a burger would have been better if it focused mainly on the relish and the meat. Both were pretty successful, the sauerkraut was not too strong and not dominating and it was blending well with the sweetness from the pickles. Those flavours were pushed even further with the mustard influence. And that’s all the burger should have been. This push on New York style with a cheesy sauce

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The melted cheese you pour over is a nice effect and it spreads everywhere. It was difficult to get the flavour from it and I’m not sure if there were any other condiments but the taste was close to American cheese. I think a swiss style cheese would have been a better idea

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One of the main reasons the burger has a lower grade are not the tastes but the bloody lettuce leaf. Please for the love of God, shred the lettuce so my sauces can get incorporated into the bite and not drip out of the burger. Cheese sauce, pickle juice, bbq sauce and mustard all those flavours go down the drain when you have a simple large leaf as a base to take it away from my bite.

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One of the reasons I said the burger had too much is because at no moment could I feel any of the onions or bacon that were supposed to be in the burger. All the other flavours were masking them unless you took a bite which was dominated by them.

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The brioche was toasted, fresh and tasty. It wasn’t soggy but I would have loved a bit more from the sauces with it (darn lettuce)

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a classic good burger joint. Large choice of burgers and sides and some nice beers. The fries weren’t as great. They weren’t bad but there wasn’t anything special about them like the rosmary style of honest burgers.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Pouring cheese sauce over your burger feels great and it is a nice twist to serving a burger.

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Why you Lettuce down?

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Last week a friend of mine invited me to Harlem Soul’s opening. A little food venue inspired and brought to us by the streets of Harlem and some of its foody culture. I was really hyped up especially as I heard there are burgers. The place with all the graffiti looked amazing and had a great feel to it. Trying sliders all night I had a pretty nice experience and here is a share of it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was the tasting menu and was a great sample of what to expect from the venue. Happy to say I wasn’t dissapointed with the burger

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The burger had:

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It has been a time since I have reviewed a chicken burger so I’m happy I landed on this kind of chicken. I have forgotten how important texutre is in a burger and the crispy shell of the KFC (Korean Fried Chicken)  re-proved that to me. The crunchyness was followed with a lot of taste and light spiciness from the shell but I can’t say the same for the chicken. The flavour was lost there in between the crunchy exterior and the intense flavour from the other ingredients. It acted much more as a base than anything else. Maybe I have the wrong expectations for the chicken burger or maybe the crust was a bit too much but with a bit more flavour that would have been a top chicken burger.

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The lack of cheese was a good choice. Especially with this twist of the burger I think it was going to be difficult to incorporate it unless it was tofu (which we all know is simply a spounge for other flavours). Instead the burger pushed heavy on the pickles with the red onions and the chilli pepper slaw. I think the chilli pepper slaw was an amazing addition to the burger that added that freshness yet spiciness and the sweet chilli sauce brought everything together.

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A nice addition was the corriander it went well with the pickles and yet it pushed a bit more that fresh flavour. The pak choi was a bit of a dissapointment. Being little and overwelmed from the other flavoyurs I didn’t really find a need for it except for the sake of adding more greens. On the other hand at least it stayed in theme with the rest of the burger.

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Toasting a brioche is always a great idea but I would have loved a bit more slaw or more sweet chilli sauce to take away from the dryness of the burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Live music, great food, amazing atmosphere and incredible sides it is a place that fits a lot so I can easily give it a very high score.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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The Korean burger influence is not something you see every day and it was very well executed.

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A Korean in Harlem

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Being lazy and in need of a burger to review I ordered a burger from a diner close by. The Fatboyz Diner has really good reviews and I was pretty hyped up. Having a big greasy burger for dinner is always a good idea.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Sad to say I was not very happy with the execution of this bad boy. Big and greasy and pusing the junkfood burger the flavours weren’t tehre

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The burger had:

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The meat was quite a bit and was very juciy. Taking a bite I was expecting bliss but the taste wasn’t there. The burger was simply meaty and greasy, no unique or specific flavour, there was simply not much into the burger. Spirces were missing and I didn’t feel any condiments like mustard.

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The American cheese is great for burgers, melting away, satisfying the fat person in you but lets face it. Flavour is not the main thing in its profile, non the less it is pretty good. The burger was dripping witch cheese but adding to additional fattiness of the patty was not helping. Having a classic cheese made the burger feel good but the taste wasn’t overwhelming.

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The tomato was one of the best parts of this burger as it was big tasty and fresh. But it was so good it was actually dominating the other flavours whould have been great if the meatiness wasn’t plain but had that beef  taste. The caramelized onions looked amazing but even though it tends to be a dominating flavour this one was missing. The sweetness was coming from the tomato and the ketchup and the distinct feel of caramelized onions was simply not there.

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The bun wasn’t toasted and was really soggy which was expected considering the fattiness of the burger and the cheese combined with mustard, mayo and ketchup which wasn’t a delicate balance or great execution but simply splattered condiments.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – -/10

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Didn’t visit the place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – -/10

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There wasn’t anything quirky about it and I didn’t visit the place so I can’t give an objective score

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Is it too Fat?

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Hungry for a burger and in need of one for a review I went for a place close by to home. Dirty Bones is a nice American comfort food place so I was hoping for a good burger experience and I got it

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Sadly there are few places that I know that work with a different cuts of beef to provide that exceptional flavour and Dirty Bones is one of them and it works great. It is an art form I haven’t explored enough.

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The burger had:

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The meat was absolutely amazig. It was a combination of aged beef and brisket and the mince wasn’t a standard one so I believe they are combining the cuts inhouse. And it was absolutely delicious. The brisket was giving that fattyness while having the full meat feel of the dry aged beef. It could be a bit dry for some people but It was the center of a burger as it should be for any simple recipe. Great job!

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The cheese could be felt among the bites there was a decent amount of it and was going well in combination with the gherkins and the meat. That typical american cheese really pushed that classic burger experience.

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One of my critiques of the bureger were the red onions. They were fresh and tasty which also meant absolutely ovewhelming through some of the bites. There was balance in some of the bites but I think the onion was a bit too much,

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The djoneese was a really nice addition as the mustard was adding that strange punch that was making your pallet brighter but it wasn’t in any well overwhelming due to the mayo. I’m going to use this in one of my own burgers

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The brioche was fresh and soft and tasty though I would have prefered it lightly toasted to bring up the sesame seeds and bring a tiny bit more structrure to the burger.

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All and all this was a really nice simple recipe that was well executed.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The place has a lot of sides  and a lot of options to go well with a burger. It is a place I’m coming back to for a different comfort food for sure.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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There wasn’t anything quirtky about this except for a nicely executed classic burger, with really great burger meat.

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Dirty Good

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There was a new recommendation in Glasgow I had to try. So this was a junkfood burger place and after my last success with MeatMission I was pretty hyped! These were greasy dirty, sloppy, soggy burgers… not for everyone

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was an intersting recipe with a light mediterrenian twist

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The burger had:

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The burger was made with nice fresh meat. You could feel the patty through every bite but it was slightly dry. It could have used a bit more spices for sure but that strong beef flavour was there so I couldn’t complain. The chorizo was adding nice light hotness to the experience and was balancing the lack of spices from the meat as well as adding a bit more fattiness I really enjoyed it.

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The mozarella is not a great choice for a burger. It makes for a great sloppy melted cheese but in terms of flavour it doesn’t add much. It helped ingredients like the balsamic glaze and the tomatoe to shine considerably. So combine that with the diced lettuce (thank you!) you had a nice italian salad with a burger. The onions shined through with sweetness and went along great with the salad.

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Brioche was great, toasted and wasn’t getting soggy although there was a lot of dripping from the rest of the ingredients. The sesame seeds were adding a nice finish to the bites.
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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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The fries… oh god. These are their own meals. all of them. I’m really impresssed with the sides in that place.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I haven’t had that sloppy and soggy experience in a while and this was a great one

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An Offer You Can’t Refuse

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I started my journey with burger exploration in Scotland a few years ago. There were great places with good quality meat and a lot of quirkiness. Bread Meats Bread was a place I recommended to everyone going up north. I had my first 10/10 there – Bread Meats Bread’s Lamborghini . In the last year since I’ve been there, I’ve had plenty of friends come back disappointed and I always assumed it was the burger choice not fitting their taste and not the burgers themselves. I’m sad to say but they were all right… the King is Dead

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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Kali is a very simple burger I haven’t tried and the aim was to see what they weren’t doing well. The more simple it is the more obvious the problems are… and boy they were many

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The burger had:

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As usual, let’s start with the meat. It is local, it is Scottish, it is good in taste, that typical flavour is there. But it is in a dry patty, difficult to eat and with not enough flavouring coming from mustard or other spices. It felt quite difficult to chew and was very disappointing considering the potential.

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The cheese was a lot and nicely dripping which was great. But, you could barely taste it and when you did it wasn’t much different to your typical processed cheese it was mostly that fattiness that you got from it.

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Lettuce wasn’t shredded… why? All your special sauce went there and dripped away. At least it provided freshness to the pallet as it should but that was just highlighting the non-ripe tomato. I remember when I was commending the quality of their veggies and that is simply not there. The onions and pickles were adding to that acidity a classic burger recipe needs and were mingling well with the sauce and the meat.

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Bread was great. Lightly toasted and buttered not getting soggy and tasty. But everything else was pretty discouraging coming from the best burger place a few years back. This burger is basically a five guys burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They still have one of the best lists of options of sides and I can say it is worth going there only for the poutines and the fries. They haven’t fucked that one up.

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They still have a nice selection of beers so overall it is still a decent joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3//10

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Nothing quirky about 3x disappointment

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The King Is Dead

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As a tradition when I go out with my girlfriend to eat burgers, I always try two of them. As said in the previous post for MeatMission I wasn’t expecting much but we both were very pleasantly surprised. Although I’m giving a lower score on this one I want to say that it was a 10 for my other half.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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It has been a time since I had a 10/10 but this was a surprisingly pleasent experience. This is the best junk food I’ve had so far

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Size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat was well done, I know for some people that is a turnoff but it was soo juicy! Flavour was there, that heavy meat bite could be felt in every bite. The beef was good quality and filled with spices as it should be. Another aspect that helped the meat factor in the burger was the good quality pastrami. The pepperness and signiture taste really mixed well together with the patty.

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The weakness of the burger was the swiss cheese. It wasn’t enough and it was lacking through the bites. The balance wasn’t there just because of the powerful meat flavours so double the amount would of made this burger great.

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I love sauerkraut and pushing the burger in that direction I though they would have a pickle for a New Yorker style burger. They didn’t but non the less it was a great relish for the burger and it worked great. Having dominant flavours that balance well is what makes these burgers work well.

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They mayo catchup (Russian sauce)  was nice and made the burger the right amount of soggy but with that pastrami I have to admit I was missing the mustard.

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Bun was soft, lightly toasted and not sogging through yet very tasty, well executed.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They have large trays of decent fries with a lot of toppings.  It is best when your burgers drool over the fries.

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The jugs of IPA make me very very happy and so does the quality

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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An interesting recipe for a burger, you don’t see sauerkraut frequently yet it is such a perfect relish.

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New Yorkish

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MeatMission is a place I went to a few years ago and I wasn’t really impressed by it. Back then I wasn’t doing burger reviews but I didn’t have amazing memories. Last week I came back since my girlffriend was excited to try them. What I notices was the google review was much higher than it used to be.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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It has been a time since I had a 10/10 but this was a surprisingly pleasent experience. This is the best junk food I’ve had so far

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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Mustard fried patties have a very specific diner like taste that I really enjoy. It adds additional levels of sweetness. Combine this with good quality meat, which is well spiced and you get a great patty for a burger. The fact that they are two just helps balance the meatiness with the rest of the flavours in the burger.

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The cheese is well layered and you get that cheddar cheesiness in every bite. It isn’t a fancy cheese it is a junk food burger processed cheese but the taste is great. There wasn’t a bite that was lacking or being overwhelmed by it

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Shredded lettuce is the best lettuce for the burger, you don’t get a soggy leaf that drips all over, it helps contain the sauces and you can put a lot more. In combination the minced onions were much ligher on the taste. You don’t miss the sharpness but the flavour and the balance is there. Combine those with the pickles and you have a perfect burger salad that has acidity, freshness, sweetness and merges perfectly with the sauce.

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Bun was soft and getting all the jucies

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Overall this was a perfectly executed, junk food burger, great flavours, great balance of taste and juicy experience

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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They have large trays of decent fries with a lot of toppings.  It is best when your burgers drool over the fries.

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The jugs of IPA make me very very happy and so does the quality

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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It isn’t something wierd or quitky just really well made

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Makes me Alive

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So this week my buddies wanted some burgers and decided to go for ShakeShack. I was complaining but if you can’t beat them join them. Last time I was in this burger joint I didn’t really enjoy the burgers that much, it was like McDonald’s on steroids. Greasy Junk food burgers. Now to clarify junk food burgers are great if you are in for a junkfood experience and not a culinary one.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I think this is the first ShakeShack burger that I liked and I would come back for when I’m in the mood for junk food burgers.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So the patty wasn’t anyhting impressive. Better than your standard fastfood restaurant. It didn’t have option to make it medium which isn’t as big of a deal for me. Now it did lack flavour though. There weren’t enough spices and the meat wasn’t of great quality but I have to admit it was juicy so props to them. Few spices to push the flavour and those would of been great junk food patties. The bacon though was nice, lightly crispy, easy to eat and you could feel the smoky flavour so props to them. It fixed the meat experience for sure.

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The cheese was there for the fat and the processed food flavour not really a large impact on the burger and doesn’t really give a specific taste. Order it on the fries at least then you can feel it pumping up your veins quicker.

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Now the centerpiece of the burger in my opinion were the cherry peppers. Small sweet, fresh and with really strong flavour they made the burger have a very distinct taste compared to what I’ve had from burger joints. It was making the whole flavour much lighter and balancing out the meats.

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ShakeSuace which is basically sirracha mayo and something else ( not sure ) was nice and making the burger juicy. What was wiered was the bun was a single piece that had a fold which is simply strange compared to most of the burger places I’ve been too. Not bad but nothing special either

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Oh Cholesterol Gods, why have you created the cheesy fries. Why do I and my cardio system have to suffer because those fries are one of the best junkfoods there. The fires themselves aren’t that speical but the amount of cheese is.

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Otherwise they have a nice small selection of tap beers and the ale is not half bad.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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Junk food burger joint with a lot of cheese and greese.

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Greasy and Good

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During my visit to Hache I tried another burger. There is a benefit of going with someone else in a burger place because you can both split two burgers and try them. Now I had high expectations because it is very tricky to get truffle right in a burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I was surprised by the burger because it was the first one using proper truffle shavings on top and not only oil.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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As in the previous Hache burger the meat was high quality but very plain in taste. It was lacking spices to boost the beef taste. But in the case of this burger this was a slight positive since the truffle was a bigger part of the taste and merged well with the plain beef taste. It could of still used more spices but the taste was better than the previous experience.

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The caramelized onions helped with sweetness but the flavour rather lost in the truffle.

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The Gruyere stuck me as a really nice choice for the burger. The nuttiness and the distinctive taste wer eboth enchancing and distinctive to the entire burger.

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The truffle oil alioli and the truffle shavings were the centerpice of this burger as the name suggests. And combining that taste with the cheese and the beef was really well executed. That is until you get to the pieces of truffle that overpower everything else in your mouth although were still pretty tasty.

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Everything was nicely rounded up by the brioche which was executed perfectly. A bit less truffle and a bit more spices that could of been a perfect burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a place with a great burger selection. They have rotating burgeres nice selection of drinks including an amazing IPA I had for the first time. The presentation of the burgers is great and so is the service. It looks like a more “fancy” burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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Nice burger join and it is not every day that you eat truffles on a burger

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Truffle it up

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I had a small break from burgers and I had to catch up. Going out before a metal concert I found a nice burger place in Camden Town. As I entered I saw all the posters and comments on the wall with recommendations from different culture magazines so I was excited to give those burgers a try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had an interesting icon on the menu, it was a dome. So I was very pleasently surprised when the burger was served with a  smoke filled dome that looked amazing and encahcned the “Le Fume” experience.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. Even though it wasn’t easily understandable if you are getting burger or steak later on we understood that you basically get a minced steak as a burger. This sounded great especially if it was freshley made. I was expecting a high quality meat for sure. I have to agree that the burger was high quality but I would stay the steak was very lean and didn’t have enough fat as well as there weren’t any spices. Even though the meat was good and fresh when you make a burger you can’t skip on the spices. The taste needs to be enchanced and pushed  and this was simply not done at all. Now the bacon was a different story. It had a great texture, not too soft, not too crispy, exactly how  I like it. It’s smokiness was rounding up the taste and theme of the burger but I would of loved a bit more porky punch coming from it.

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The caramelized onions were great and their sweetness was brought to the overall experience but the onions themselves didn’t havethat punchy onion taste, I guess that is up for taste I prefer it there but not a biggie. They were cooked well and suited the meatiness.

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The Gruyere was a good choice of cheese, the tangyness made it stand out as long as you didn’t bite through too much of bacon. Together with the colelsaw it brough more fattyness to the burger. The coleslaw provided that extra crunchiness through a bite which was a nice touch of texture.

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The jewel of the burger I would say was the brioche. This little piece of bread was perfect. Crispy on the outside soft on the inside lightly sweet and toasted.

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This was a fairly simple (excluding the smoky dome) and not to soggy burger and I can see a lot of my friends loving their plain taste however although good they were far from perfect.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a place with a great burger selection. They have rotating burgeres nice selection of drinks including an amazing IPA I had for the first time. The presentation of the burgers is great and so is the service. It looks like a more “fancy” burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Not every day you get a burger served in a smoky dome so  I have to give props to that. The recipe and how it was all brought together was very well made.

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Smoke Me Away

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Last weekend I was trying our Flat Iron Square which is south-west of London Bridge. It is a small place with loads of places for food, open spaces and vendors. Got excited when I saw a small burger joint I’ve never seen or heard before so I went for their signature Spanglish burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The Spanglish was exciting to me mainly because of the spanish twist to this british classic of a burger. I was really pleasently surprised.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The meat sounds really good on paper – Aged beef and Angus Beef, and it was pretty good on taste but I think a lot of times these tend to be more marketing than trully what is underneath the hood. I’ve tried aged Angus beef (true not Galician) and normally that tenderness you get in a steak is not really as relevant in a burger. The taste however was good. You could feel that typical strong grassfed beef taste that is normally lost in medium quality meats. Although the meat was good it could have sertainly used a bit more spices to enchance the flavour.

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The masterpiece of this burger is the substitute of bacon – serrano ham. Oh holy shit this was good. You get that porky flavour similar to what you may get from a british style bacon, but in the same time it was so much lighter and wasn’t overwhelming any other flavours around it. I absolutely loved it!

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Cheddar was good you could feel it through most bites which I think these days is more rare than people think. Nicely melted and  overall nicely balanced with the rest of the burger.

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There was lettuce, it wasn’t shredded… Gem lettuce is fine, it tends to be really tender and flavourful but I understand from a restaurant perspective you can’t put a lot from it. But I rather have lower quality lettuce but shredded. This way it won’t spill the sauces but rather contain them. And when I have one or two bites left the patty won’t slip out. Sorry for the rant…

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The pickles were nice but only when they were a major part of a bite the rest of the time they weren’t as dominant and I would of loved a bit more because they were really tasty.

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I loved the mayo. Smokiness tends to put more body into it but I never really picked up a distinct smokiness from the mayo in a burger. there is just so much going on. Overall it was enough to make your bites a bit more saucy but the bun wasn’t soggy.

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Great job guys

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Interesting set of sides and pretty delicious fries so I have to comend that. There wasn’t a large choice of drinks to compliment but there is a beer stand right next to the place so I think that isn’t an issue if you want to match your burger with an IPA like I do.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is the first time I’m seeing Serrano Ham in a burger and made crispy. It was a simple change of ingredients that made this classic burger so much better so I have to give props to the guys.

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Me Gusta a Lot

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I’m a bit behind with the burgers I’ve eaten but thank god I keep notes to catch up. During one of the team lunches I decided to have a vegeterian burger at Honest. I have basically tried all burgers there so that was one of the more interesting choices left for me.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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The Beyond Meat burgers is a brand of vegan burgers that try to push the impossible burger envelope. The impossible burger is the challenge to make a vegan burger taste and feel like real meat.  Lets say there is a reason it is called the “impossible” challenge

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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So the “meat” was very interesting. It had a taste very closly resembling medium quality beef. If you had a wagyu or high quality grassfed beef you would feel the difference. But in terms of your average meat quality it was almost scary close. The thing that I was missing that “meaty” umami bite, it simply didn’t have the same fullness. Overall this is the best vegeterian burger I’ve had and I would recomend it to anyone, especially if you are willing to experiment with your food (literally).

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I couldn’t really feel the smokyness of the gauda. But it was good quality cheese and even though a thin slice I could feel it in most bites. Sadly a lot of the time the mustard was a bit too much and overpowering the flavours.

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Thank you for shredding the lettuce. No annoying sauce dripping, you could feel it in the bite and you have freshness from the green ( again if it aint overpowered by the mustard).

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The mayo was fine but again the whole burger was largly dominated by the amount of mustard put on it. I love mustard and overall through few bites you could experience the burger in its fullness but the reason the burger doesn’t have a higher score is the yellow dominator.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Honest burgers has great sides and especially fries. They are one of  my favorites for sure. There beverage choice is not as big as I would love to but I think this is a very solid burger joint

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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First time eating meat that is not really meat. We are at a point in our lives where we eat food with version numbers, lets realize that!

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To Meat or no to Meat?

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I believe I’ve covered all the burger places around work so I will repeat myself with honest. They are on average very good burgers so I know I can always have a nice experience when going there. Visiting for a Christmas lunch with my team it was apropriate to order the Christmas burger which is available until 31st of December (at least this time you have time to try it after the review)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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It is the special burger of the month so it was an easy choice. The recipe also looked delicious so I was ready for the small heart attack concidering the ingredients

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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In this case the burger was cooked slightly above medium which was great since there was more of that grassy beef taste. Honest don’t tend to use a lot of spices around the burger and it isn’t premium quality and I think it is valid to sacrifice a bit of that juciness of the patty for more flavour. The bacon was tasty and was acting as a middleground for all the ingredients. The smokiness could be felt since there wasn’t anything that can mask. For me it was slightly too thick to bite through so sometimes you ended up with a lot more and sometime with no bacon at all.

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The center piece of the burger for sure is the deep fried Camembert. Normally I would expect a strong, punchy to the nose sent from it but the crust was protecting the eater. The overall taste wasn’t as strong as I expected and you could feel a very mellow stincky feet taste and flavour. Joke aside I loved it since it went so well with the sweetness of the cranberries. The dissapointing part for me was the deep fry, it had to heavy of a taste and the majority of the time it was overpowering a lot of the other ingredients so there wasn’t really a good balance. It was tasty though!

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The rocket salad was not felt due to the other strong flavours, either put 3 times more or don’t put at all.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Rosmary potatoes are a huge win, I can devour so much from them. They might me too salty for some but I love them.

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I feel beer choice has decreased I would really like a few more IPAs .

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5//10

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I love theming things, it gives them identity and this was nicely themed burger  but nothing too wierd.

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Ho-ho-honest

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Coming to Burger and Lobster  meant I had to try as many burgers as possible and of course I had to try the signature lobster burger. Being the crazy £22 and using premium ingredients it was a rare experience. I was very surprised especially after the first burger I tried there

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This is certainly not a simple burger and is  much more about the recipe and the balance of the ingredients. I was happy with the outcome

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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From the previous Burger and Lobster review it was obvious that I wasn’t a huge fan of the beef patty. The lack of flavour and spices was obvious fault, however this has been a feature for this burger. If the beef didn’t have a lighter flavour, then the lobster would have been non existent in the pallet. But now there was a nice balance where you could surf and turf between the two flavours. Congrats on turning the negative into a positive but still I’m expecting top notch meat from a burger especially in this price. The lobster was tasty and fresh and provided the surf part of the equation but I’m not sure how it would be done if the beef was punchy.

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Talking about turf, lets talk about the centerpiece in my personal opinion of this burger -the truffle mayo. This is one of the best uses of truffle oil I have ever tasted in my life. It is very easy to go overboard with it but here it was perfect. It was the flavour that was standing out yet binding everything together – the beef, the lobster, the brie, the bread. It was a very well made and I absolutely loved it.

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The brie was a great choice here since it wasn’t too pungent in terms of smell and taste yet it was a distinct part of the bite and combined with the truffle flavour it was a small masterpiece that complimented the rest of the burger. I was surprised how well it goes with lobster.

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The fennel and the cabbage were providing that crunchiness to the equation but were very lost in terms of flavor which is expected considering the rest of the heavy ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a very nice place, they have great coctails, a nice diner like atmosphere for dining. The lobsters are tasty and you have a large choice of sides. Sadly the fries were not the best but quite good non the less.

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I had a nice IPA, I would of loved a bit more of choice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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Eating a £22 burger with lobster and truffle oil as flavours is certainly a one time rare experience.

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Surf and Truffle Oil

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For some time I’ve wanted to go to Burger and Lobster. Being a premium burger and lobster place I was hyped about the experience. It is a pricy place, especially for a burger, but I had an ocasion to treat myself.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Whenever a burger has a very classic recipe and very simple it becomes less about the combination of the ingredients and more about the execution. Paying £16 for a burger made my expectations very high. Sadly that wasn’t the case.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Having the meat brought from the US make me think there is no way it is absolutely fresh and not frozen in the process. Even thought it is obviously and in taste a high quality meat freezing does it no good. The taste was there but wasn’t powerful and very plain. The beef flavour wasn’t accentuated in any specific way and was in no way a centerpiece for the burger. The meat was with a slightly larger grind and without too much fat so combination of all those factor and the price made me quite dissapointed. It is not bad it is simply not great.

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This was one of the very few burger I’ve tried in the UK where the vegetables and salad used in a burger were top notch. The tomato flavour was full, sweet and strong as I would expect from a fresh tasty tomatoe, not sure where they get it from but all the burger joint should take a note. The lettuce was shredded which I believe it the way lettuce should be on a burger. The pickles were very nice, sweet and lightly sour and the sauce that had a mayo base provided fulness and was striving for balance in the bite.

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The bun was very tasty and good. The sesame seeds were felt in bites it was lightly toasted, not to soggy and not to dry.

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Everything was great except for the meat since the quality of execution of the rest of the burger was shadowing the suppose to be centerpiece.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It is a very nice place, they have great coctails, a nice diner like atmosphere for dining. The lobsters are tasty and you have a large choice of sides. Sadly the fries were not the best but quite good non the less.

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I had a nice IPA, I would of loved a bit more of choice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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Nice diner atmosphere with premium yet simple burger

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Mr. Pricy

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This week I’m visiting Budapest. A very nice city that so far has welcomed me with very homey food. I “accidentally” ended up close to a burger place that was highly rated. Seeing the amount of meat in Hungarian cuisine, had me excited about the burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Not sure if you will agree with me but Hungarian food tends to be full of interesting spices and crosses between Central and Eastern European food. Naturally I was surprised

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty was very interesting. Typically for eastern Europe and sadly without asking the meat was well done. The spices were strong, they suited the meat but were quite different from what you might be used to. There was an interesting smoky taste to the spices that was pushing the meat in a different direction it kind of made it more gamy. I didn’t like the fact the patty was breaking apart, otherwise it was a great experience.

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The Gorgonzola is a great moldy cheese for burgers. It isn’t dominating the other tastes it is creamy and melts beautifully and works perfectly with sweet flavours like the bacon jam. I have nothing to complain and only to recommend… MORE GORGONZOLA ON BURGERES! The jam was a nice addition and was one of the factors playing with the beef patty taste. It was enhancing even more the smoky note coming from the patty’s spices

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The salad was there but with all the strong flavours, fat from the cheese were smudging it away on the bottom of the burger so I would put much more. I would substitute it with spinach to get the most balance out of the flavours.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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It is a small burger joint with a nice choice of drinks and a lot of basic burgers and only one quirky burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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It is a nice fairly simple burger nothing too quirky about it except for the patty.

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Gorgona Catch You

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The benefit of going with someone else for a burger is that you can always try two. Getting a taste of the Rox’s On The Rox – 9.5/10 gave me high hopes for this one and again I wasn’t dissapointed

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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For anyone reading this blog for a while you know I’m a sucker for blue cheese on a burger. So it made me very excited.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty was the same as in the previous burger. It was amazing. Very well spiced, fresh meat and full of flavour. As mentioned in the previous review the meat was a very good example of what a simple burger patty should be.

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The cheese is the ceterpiece of this burger. The moldyness pushes the direction and that is why I love blue cheese for a burger. This time, the push was a bit too much. Even though everything was tasty the blue cheese was dominating in every single bite. Maybe a lighter blue cheese may have been a better options.

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The shredded lettuce and onions were a great combination that soaked the garlic mayo and were that fresh end to the sharp blue cheese. I loved the fact that the lettuce is shred since you could put more of it and feel its taste.

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The brioche bun was just slightly sweet, enought to round up the whole experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Other than amazing burgers and decent fries there wasn’t much except soft drinks. Thankfully they are sharing an area with a bar but even thee the IPA selection wasn’t great. I had a Punk IPA by Brewdog

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Saw people having wings so that might be worth exploring

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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Nothing quirky about it  sadly

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Blue makes me happy, not sad

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I was having a nice autumn walk in North Greenwich. I wanted to go back to the Ramen Burger but I saw Rox in the area which had an award as the best hamburger by Timeout so I decided to give it a try and I had a great

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This was one of the best burgers I’ve had in a while. Normally I’m someone attracted to interested recipes and their good execution. I’m weary of simple burgers because it is obvious when something goes wrong. Well this burger was almost perfect

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The patty is what you expect from a high quality meat. The beef flavour was prominent and it was very well spiced. There wasn’t a bite where the taste would be diluted by any of the other flavours. As a simple burger should be, the meat was its centrepiece. It was a delight through every bite.

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The cheese was nice but is my only critique for the burger. Its flavour was prominent only through some of the bites. It tasted like the standard processed cheese used for burgers but I don’t mind it because it was a very classic taste. I would simply add a double cheese by default. Next time I’m there I’m fore sure ordering with extra cheese

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Every burger joint should serve the lettuce as Rox – shredded. It is less of a slippery madness, you can fit more lettuce and showcase more of its flavour and earthy freshness simply because you can easily put much more of the lettuce. Combine that with the acidity from the jalapenos and the onions and you get a great burger salad. The jalapenos were felt in every bite,  they weren’t too spicy but just enough to bring out the specific chilli taste in every bite

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The brioche was fresh and lightly sweet and was a great holder for these great ingredients.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Other than amazing burgers and decent fries there wasn’t much except soft drinks. Thankfully they are sharing an area with a bar but even thee the IPA selection wasn’t great. I had a Punk IPA by Brewdog

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Saw people having wings so that might be worth exploring

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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A very tasty burger but nothing quirky really

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Like a whiskey

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So last month GBK had a special burger, I always tend to put a review for them out after the offer has finished. Next time I’m going to try it in the beginning so the review can have a better purpose.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is the first themed Indian style burger I’ve had outside of BabaG . So I will be referencing it. I love the idea of themed burgers as you know because they encapsulate the bite of a culture.

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The burger had:

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The patty was great. The meat was tender and well made. I’ve startred loving more and more lamb burgers. It has a very specific taste that is very easy to balance. Almost all cultures have lamb meals made with different ingredients you can integrate into a burger. My only critique was the indian spices, they weren’t as well balanced and there was a permanent curry and cummin in the after taste.

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The Samosa and the poppadom provide the great crunchyness that almost every burger needs as a texture. They were delicious and nicely spiced. The potatoe in the samosa was soft and filling, a nice play with the textures. My only critique is I would of preffered to have more from these ingredients since they weren’t present in every bite.

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I love raita just because the yogurt base goes so well with lamb. Add the cucumber and you get a standard dressing for lamb you can see in the eastern side of Europe. I would of preffered a bit more of it to balance out better the heavy spices since the aftertaste was covering everything

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Mango chutney for this burger is like onion chutney for beef and cheddar burger. It is a perfect fit. That sweetness was felts through out each bite it was going to be great if it was a bit more spicy.

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I’ve started to prefer sesame seed bun for burgers like that compared to brioches. They are a much better taste for those ingredients and lightly toasted the sesame seed add even more flavour.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it.

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Themed burger with a good recipe and a different twist from what I’ve had so far. A great burger

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Raita on the point

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So, Breakfast and Burger was a joint recently recommended by a friend. I was lucky enough to find one close around the city when I was looking for a burger lunch last Friday. Entering a hippstery place with a huge queue and a full place raised my expectations for sure.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burgers are very classic in choice and the benefit is that you can add toppings and make your own. You can never go wrong with a classic cheese burger and that is what I went for. It is sad to say that I was quite disappointed.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The patty itself was quite thin and well done. I don’t mind that, in fact I tend to find more flavour in a properly made well done burger. However, this was not the case. The burger was there and was OK in taste, but it was missing so much. The flavour wasn’t strong, it wasn’t well spiced to at least enhance the flavour. At least it was juicy but overall not what you expect from a place that has “burger in its name”

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The cheese was processed and not very impressive. The taste was there but nothing special or exciting. The only reason you could feel the single slice of cheese was because the beef wasn’t flavourful enough. Non the less, lets face it we are used to processed cheese for our burgers so it isn’t that bad.

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The worst part of everything was the tomato and I’ve said this thousands of times. If you don’t have good tomatoes don’t try to put them in a burger. The pink plastic veggie like thingy really ruined the entire experience and I think I would have enjoyed the burger more if it was gone. (It was after I removed it half way through). The lettuce and onions were nice, nothing too fancy. The onion was sharp and tasty but that was due to lack of balance of the other ingredients.

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The pickle rounded up that cheeseburger experience that you might be used to from McDonalds and similar. Overall this is a premium junk food burger place. It isn’t bad but there are better places to go in the area, especially for the money

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The fries weren’t anything exciting or special. There was a small choice of drinks and thankfully an IPA in between them. I personally had a Meantime Pale Ale

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Standard as it go. Its not a Breakfast for Five Guys

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Burgers for breakfast ?

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Needing to review new burgers and being close to the GBK joint in South Kensington was a good combination of circumstances. In addition GBK just re-released their signature Kiwi Burger which I knew I had to try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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GBK always have interesting recipes to show but the execution always lacks a bit. This time was better but we can do better GBK.

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The burger had:

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The more high-quality meat I try the more I appreciate the need for proper use of spices on a beef patty. The flavour was there, it wasn’t lost but it could have been much better. Having only beef and salt for a patty without premium meat and you will always get sub-optimal experience.

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The Kiwi is a very different burger from what I’ve tried so far. As you know I like balance in a burger and yet the ability to feel each ingredient. The Kiwi is all about the balance but there is flow only between few of the flavours and there is a different taste popping in your mouth every time you chew. That is because of the drastic differences between each of the ingredients. Yet there is a nice soothing balance at the end of the bite that has managed to combine all the flavours and lets them linger there.

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I can’t stress how good Grilled pineapple is. It provides a sweet and lightly acidic charcoal flavour that goes great with any meat. Suddenly that gets earthed down by the beetroot and then a clear egg finishes the whole experience. The cheddar manages to compliment every ingredient and somehow it brightens in between all the aforementioned.

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Everything up until now sounds great until you reach the tomato and lettuce which were sub part and I’m not sure they were needed. They were not bad perse, but they weren’t adding to that experience the rest of the burger had.

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The house mayo greased up and finished the burger nicely. I loved the toasted bun, especially with the sesame seeds.

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Remove the tomato and lettuce and add good quality meat or simply add spices and you have a 10/10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it.

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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This is a very weird and unique recipe I haven’t seen anywhere else. It was an interesting experience that I really appreciated.

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Do The Haka

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So I was absent for a weekend or two because I had the pleasure of eating burgers in Greece. While I was in Thessaloniki I knew I had to have a burger from here since last year I had a pretty good one and the overall food quality in the country is great. I was excited to find a highly rated place while I was having a walk with a hungry belly

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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The burger was straightforward as the majority of the burgers in the menu. Nothing to fancy or special, however I was very pleasantly surprised.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This was a classic burger for sure, nothing too special. The quality of the meat was good and what you would expect from a Mediterranean country. Typical for the region, the beef was slightly seasoned, and you could distinctly feel the red meat flavour. It was more on the well done side as expected for this side of the world. The bacon was more on the crispy side. I tend to prefer the bacon slightly softer however this was one of the better executions of the crispy bacon. You could feel the smoky flavour complimenting the beef and the BBQ sauce. All and all it was the bacon I enjoyed quite a bit compared to others I’ve tried.

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The cheddar was a good fit for the burger and wasn’t lost among the other punch flavours. You could feel it in every bite and was nicely melted. It was a very classic fit to a very classic recipe.

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One of the reasons I really liked this simple burger was the vegetables. In Greece the tomatoes are so much better than the ones you can find in the UK in most burger joints. The flavour is mouth filling but never dominating and the tomato is easy to bite through. The lettuce was also fresh. It added enough crispiness and managed to cleanse the pallet among bites.

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I couldn’t feel too much of the smoky mayo but the BBQ sauce was for sure the ingredient that was steering the direction of the burger. I quite enjoyed the one they used although I’m not sure if it was homemade or not.

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The bun could have been slightly more toasted otherwise it was a great ingredient holder.

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The burger was a very nice and unexpectedly good take on a classic recipe that I really enjoyed. I recommend when you visit Thessaloniki.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The fries weren’t anything special however the options for sides had a large variety. The drinks however were fairly limited to few classic lagers and standard soft drinks.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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A walk by

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A BBQ Story

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It is nice to come back to places I know and compare the burgers now that I have more “experience”. Honest tends to be a consistently good chain however now I have slightly different view on things.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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You can never go wrong with an honest burger but I realized you can’t get the exceptional experience there unless you try one of the speicals. Things are good but not perfect

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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The meat I tend to like cooked medium, however this time it was slightly rare in the middle. This is not a killer for me but it is not what you expect. In addition, although the meat quality is good and the burgers are juicy in the last months I’ve tried plenty of burgers which have the beef flavour enhanced either by spices or just because it was such a nice grass-fed beef where that flavour from a plain burger comes from. This is not really the case, the taste can be lost in between the other ingredients. The bacon was tasty and smoky and wasn’t dominating but rather complementary to the beef and cheese

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The Cheddar was very good on this burger. You could feel it with every bite and went well with the rest of the ingredients. That combination between red onion relish and a good cheddar is simply amazing, I will never get sick of it. The relish was sweet and slightly acidic which made it perfect. The pickle pushed that acidity in the right direction for sure so great balance of the ingredients

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Lettuce was nice and crunchy and was present with its texture. However, I would put more if you want it to act as a pallet cleanser. The tomatoes in the UK are sub-par in the majority of cases so I would rather not have them then get that unsatisfying tomato flavour.

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The brioche was fresh and wrapped everything together nicely.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Potatoes are one of the best among burger chains I’ve tried and they have a nice selection of drinks.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Standard burger in a standard burger joint.

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An Honest and Good Boy

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So this was a place close to work were my team and I went for lunch. Of course there was a burger menu so I had to try one. There are few that caught my eye. this time I wanted something more simple than what I usually get so I went for a the Wagyu burger and it didn’t disappoint.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.0/10

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So last time I had Wagyu in a burger I was very disappointing hence this time I had a measured expectation. The burger was also pricier so I did expect something which is good and fresh.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This for sure was one of the better meats I’ve tried. It was tasty, I don’t think there was a lot of seasoning used for the beef but it had that nice flavour you would expect. It was great for a centerpiece of the experience. My only critique was that the ends of the burger were burned slightly more and they were lacking that juiciness and flavour the middle had. Also it is a smaller patty than a usual burger but that is expected.

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You’ve hear me say it before. Blue cheese is one of the best for a burger in my opinion. And here it was executed perfectly. They were blue cheese crumbs amid the tasty rocket salad that weren’t overwhelming the flavour but balancing perfectly. The rocket, mayo and cheese played very well around the beef taste so I did enjoy it quite a bit.

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The tomato chutney was an interesting choice. It made the sub par tomato taste very well and added to the juiciness of the overall burger. I would of loved if it pushed the flavour slightly more sour than sweet but I think it was nice.

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The brioche was fresh and provided that sweet baseline to start your bite and then used the rest of the ingredients to send you into the savory world. I heavily recommend this burger. Few minor tweaks and this could be a 10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The joint had a large selection of sides and ales. The perfect compliment for a burger. The fries were slightly bland but they had variety of preparations. I’ve certainly had better tasting ones but they were overall OK.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t eat wagyu beef everyday but I can’t say it was something earthshattering

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Wagyu so tasty?

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Porky’s is a favorite burger place of a good friend of mine. So far the burgers have been nice but nothing impressive. Few were heart attack bombs and they have interesting recipes but in my mind they could always have a better execution. This time they had new burgers so I was excited to see if there was improvement.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Meat tends to be the centerpiece of thei

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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Meat was as usually nice quality but didn’t have any wow factory. With the pastrami you had a nice solid base and it was helping to exaggerate the beef taste from the patty. I think with this good quality meat the burgers would benefit with few key spices to underline the beef flavour.

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The saurkraut wasn’t as sour and salty as you would expect and that relish taste was slightly lost for me. It didn’t seem fresh or made properly so this centerpiece was certainly lacking a bit.

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The cheese was felt more in between bites compared to other burgers I’ve tried in Porky’s since the other flavours weren’t too intense but I’m not sure what would have I put instead if the rest of the ingredients were good. Maybe a smoked cheese instead?

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The lettuce added this nice crunchyness and fresh taste I believe it went very well with the saurkraut but as usual the tomato was sub par for my taste. The onions were fresh hence that strong acidity but I would say it was even more than the cabbage. The few pickles were cool and went perfectly with the pastrami. The truth is that in the meaty burger the salad part was what made it better. I would remove the lettuce and tomato and focus more on the relish flavour.

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The brioche was a nice choice since it was adding sweetness and rounded the burger flavours well. I would of love a bit more sauces in it as well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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They have nice choice of beers and decent fries. But there are many other sides which I’ve tried and are good so I do recommend.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Nothing quirky you just don’t see saurkraut used frequently in burgers

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A not so saurkraut

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Since recently I was impressed with one of the special burgers in Patty and Bun decided to bring a friend there and try one of the more classic staples in the menu. I was very surprised and delighted by the previous burger The Duke so I was pretty excited to try something else.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? –7/10

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I came with very high expectations this time for Patty and Bun and I have to admit I was slightly disappointed compared to the previous experience I had there.

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Burger size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat was well cooked, it was exactly medium rare and juicy. I can’t say though it had the same fulfilling flavour like the last one. The taste of the beef was not as great there weren’t too many spices or preparation to accentuate the taste. On the other hand it was a very light taste which went well with the overall Spanish theme of the burger. I would of certainly proffered more Iberian flavours inside the burger to bring the taste to a new level.

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The sobrassada was the main attraction. It was providing that light spiciness to the burger and a typical Spanish taste. My only critique is the amount. I would of certainly preferred more of it so it could really accentuate the pork sausage taste. It felt a bit more like a chilli paste than the one of the spreadable sausage. The pickled onions were playing very well with it to be honest. The acidity and raw flavour of the onions was the right direction that made your taste buds get excited in different directions

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Compared to the last time the lettuce could of been felt more and it was crispy which I really appreciated. It brought that earthy taste so it was for sure the correct green for the recipe. I can’t say the same about the tomato. It was slightly tough and didn’t have the strong flavour you would want. A few cherry tomatoes or a nice big juicy beef tomato would of been prefect.

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There are plenty of great Spanish cheeses that would of themed the recipe so much more and would of been a better fit than the general processed cheddar cheese they used. First it wasn’t enough and you couldn’t feel it among the other strong flavours. Even the slightly bland patty was covering its taste.

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Mayo and ketchup is a classic. I would of used slightly more acidic ketchup and a bit less compared to the sweet one that was used. But on the other hand the sweetness was going in the right direction with the lightly smoked mayo so I can’t say I’m disappointed. Mayo and ketchup are classics on a burger and they are always good, it can be just a bit better.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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As per usual the fries were really nice. They helped cleanse the pallet and were really tasty. The smoky mayo they are served with helps a lot for the great experience with the fries.

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This time I had a nice Shapeshifter IPA which is nice hoppy and fruity ale to compliment such a burger so I do recommend it.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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This was a nice recipe I haven’t seen anywhere else. It could be improved and play more with the Spanish theme but it was good.

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Almost Spanish

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Going to Mooshies was certainly inspired by the idea of giving benefit of the doubt to vegan burgers. I like vegan food, but I think there is place and a time for it. Don’t try to mask it as a burger and be honest, I’m not 4 years old so you would have to trick me to eat veggies. Ok maybe I’m, but that is not the point…

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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One of the reasons I went to try out a Vegan burger was because of a foodie video. It was featuring “pulled” Jackfruit as a vegan substitute for pulled pork. Mooshies was one of the burger places that was offering this interesting experience and I had to try it at least once. It is safe to say that I was not “fooled” by the jackfruit… good try vegans but not today. Non the less this was a pretty nice take

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So, to clarify I think this was more of a burger than a sandwich since it was missing the typical “burger like” patty similar to the other burger I tried. But for the sake of the round bread and the burger place lets call it a burger. The jackfruit was dripping with BBQ sauce, so you instantly get that association with pulled pork. The texture was almost there although slightly “mushier” (get it?) than pork. Where every meat eater would be lost by this imitation is the taste and fattiness of pork. There are some flavours which are very specific and pulled pork is one of those. It had a lot of spices and it certainly was going for its own thing but when my eyes were seeing pork but not tasting it… I din’t like it

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Compared to the other burger it was certainly more in the right direction. The flavours were well balanced. The sweetness of the pulled jackfruit balanced with the acidity and bitterness of the cabbage in the slaw. I would have actually loved a bit more zestiness, it would of brought up the cabbage even more and collided well with the sweetness of the fruit. The slaw was certainly different due to the lack of mayo and it simply felt kind of plain. Sorry lack of real mayo.

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The brioche was an appropriate choice since it was complimenting nicely the already sweet core of the burger. The seeds on the bun were ok but I think they were simply there for the edgy experience rather than being part of the recipe.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger joint has nice selection of Pale Ales but the fries weren’t mesmerising they tasted kind of  green/uncooked. Seating also not very suitable for large people like myself keep in mind

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I can’t say I wasn’t intrigued until my last bite about how will the burger joint surprise me. This is a unique experience and there was another burger that was certainly much better. Not every day you eat a fully vegan burger that tries to be the regular thing and gets close.

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A Mushy Patty

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I was asked to review a Vegan burger. And looking for a good joint I ended up at Mooshies. A burger joint that specialises in “not a burger” burgers. I know some people don’t think vegan burgers are actually burgers since they lack the classic core of a burger and I would agree but from a culinary point of view I was interested in what vegan cooks have come up with.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5/10

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Being vegan means limiting the pallet of flavours available to you. That is why if I end up having an amazing vegan dish I praise it a lot because it has found a difficult way to make something unique and tasty. Sadly I can’t say that about “What’s UR Beef?”

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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My beef is none and that is the biggest problem. What is your beef takes a very classic burger recipe but instead of a nice beef burger you are welcomed by a quinoa and black bean patty. It is delicious but the two ingredients are not strong enough to form a centrepiece of a burger.

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As a cheese lover the only thing I would say is… No. Sorry vegans but you are missing something great and you can’t convince me otherwise.

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So going back to the regular veggies of the burger I have to admit they are different. You don’t have the meat taste so suddenly you can feel the lettuce and gherkins actively shining across each bite.

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The caramelised onions tend to be a perfect addition to a burger if you ask me but they lacked something to latch on. You don’t have the meat to accentuate the onions or a good cheese to push the acidity and sweetness so suddenly you feel much more that general jam taste because there isn’t anything to compliment it properly.

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One of the biggest problems with the burger was the enormous amount of mustard which has no other strong flavours to clash with and hence dominates every single bite. I like bread, salad and mustard but with less we can certainly balance the taste more

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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The burger joint has nice selection of Pale Ales but the fries weren’t mesmerising they tasted kind of  green/uncooked. Seating also not very suitable for large people like myself keep in mind

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10/10

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I can’t say I wasn’t intrigued until my last bite about how will the burger joint surprise me. This is a unique experience and there was another burger that was certainly much better. Not every day you eat a fully vegan burger that tries to be the regular thing and gets close.

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I don’t have a beef.

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So I have a Patty and Bun joint next to work. Years ago I tried it before I started this blog and I wasn’t impressed and I was constantly postponing trying it and reviewing it. It is safe to say I was very impressed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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This is one of those burgers which were amazing in taste. you could feel almost every ingredient. The negatives are pretentious but the overall execution was great hence the high score.

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Burger size: Small

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The burger had:

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The meat is great I have to say it is for sure one of the best I’ve tried in the London area and it was as good as the Scottish ones I tend to be a fan of. Through every bite you could feel the beef it wasn’t overwhelming and it was very nicely spiced. Having so many strong ingredients and pulling such a strong taste is difficult so props to that.

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The bacon is how I like it not too crispy and you can feel the pork nicely. My only critique is that I would chop it so it is more easy to bite through. The juicy bacon added to the greasiness of the burger and you all no I like soggy burgers. This one might of been a tad too soggy but I rarely love the bacon in the burger as much so thank you.

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The cheese was a lot as it should be. It was quite greasy but you could feel it in every bite. The fact that I could pick it off the wrap was great it means it is in the right amount. A strong vintage cheddar as the one they use is always a good choice whenever you have so many powerful ingredients and it simply balances out.

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Silverskin Pickled Onion Jam… yes. I’ve said it multiple times but this is one of the best sweet relishes you can put on a burger and it didn’t disappoint. Onions are great for any burger just because they go so well with the meat but when you make it the jam suddenly the cheeses explode and compliment it perfectly

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My only comment is about the lettuce. With so much grease it is soggy so you don’t get its crunch and you really can’t feel any of it so either don’t put it at all or put a lot of it in the end so it is fresh and crunchy.

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Mayo is a great sauce base that you can play around with or keep it simple like they did, good choice.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger joint has a nice selection of sides and chips. The chips were really good they are skin on and in large quantities. If the small burger won’t fill you, they will. They have a rotating beer and have guest beers which is really nice if you like new experiences every time. This once since it was work lunch I didn’t go for an ale but the selection looked nice.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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I wouldn’t say there was something very special about the joint except for the fact it is always packed and the burger was really really tasty. It doesn’t have a lot of seating but that is what you get with high in demand place

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It’s Excelenncy

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When I visited GBK I was with someone else which meant try two burgers instead of only one. So after I we tried Moroccan burger an obvious quirky choice was the Greek Lamb. Although similar in concept the burgers were very different

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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First I ate from the Moroccan burger and since I wasn’t overwhelmed I was honestly sceptical about the Greek but boy was I surprised. This burger was really good.

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The burger had:

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The lamb was great. Good quality, it felt fresh and was very tasty. You don’t need a lot of spices to underline lamb’s specific flavour so I really like it when used well in a burger. That was a good example. The problem with lamb is how do you balance the taste

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The courgettes fritti had the same problem as in the previous burger. You could feel the taste of the veggie if you ate the courgette on its own however within a bite the only distinct part was the crunchiness and the taste of the batter.

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I think the success of the burger came to a large extend by the fatty feta they had put in. It was salty and had that typical fresh feta taste which can be pretty powerful and it was. That balanced really well with the strong lamb and it was felt in every bite.

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Rocket is amazing and it goes well with the feta much better combination than the cheddar.

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Similar to the Moroccan burger the pickled onions were helping binding everything together. For every strong flavour there was another one pulling it in a different direction and in this case it was a great triangle between the feta, lamb and the onions. To that experience you could feel (sadly only in few bites) the jalapenos from the hummus. It was that hummus with the bread that was acting as the base for everything and it worked.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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The burger recipe was very interesting especially with that turmeric bun. The burger would of been great with slightly better execution.

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Hellenic Awesomeness

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So I was back in London and was time to go around for a walk and end up at a burger joint for lunch. Luckily when I got hungry there was a Gourmet Burger Kitchen close by so decided to review a tasty burger.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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Previous times I’ve been to GBK I haven’t been very impressed. They always have amazing recipes on paper however the execution is always lacking. The Moroccan was certainly better than others I’ve had but still had the same issue.

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The burger had:

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As per usual lets start with the meat. Even though it was “Moroccan spiced” I couldn’t really feel anything particular about its flavour. It was certainly the other ingredients that ware accentuating the beef flavour. The quality was OK but nothing impressive the beef on its own wouldn’t of been as great if it wasn’t for all the other parts of the recipe.

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The courgettes fritti were something I got hyped. You could feel the taste of the veggie if you ate the courgette on its own however within a bite the only distinct part was the crunchiness and the taste of the batter. It wasn’t bad but was certainly making the burger more heavy without really the need for it.

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The applewood cheddar is one of the best you can put in a burger because of the smoky flavour and distinct taste but please put a bit more so it can be felt especially when you have so many other strong spices like the turmeric or the harrisa mayo. The batter wasn’t helping for revealing its taste. The one bite in which there was extra cheese it was amazing but outside of it it was slightly dissapointing

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Rocket salad is one of the top greens you can put on a burger because when exposed to some oil it really changes its taste to a very meaty like flavour which compliments the burger so well.

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The pickled onions was the sour aspect of the burger that was really binding it all together and balancing it out. I loved it my only critique is that it could of been more because some bites with a lot of batter and meat were loosing their balance.

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Harissa mayo is always a good choice whenever you want to provide a bit more spice to your burger but I would put slightly more harissa into it just so I can accentuate the spices which would of gone so well with the rest of the burger if they were taste was stronger.

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The centerpiece of that burger was certainly the turmeric bun. The taste was amazing it went well with everything and provided a very nice base flavour.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The fries at GBK are always great and you do have a nice selection of sides for any foodie so I do recommend it

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Beer of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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IPAs in my humble opinion are the best drink for a burger since they help clear your pallet and are a great refreshments. Brewdog’s Punk is certainly a light staple that will help with that.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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The burger recipe was very interesting especially with that turmeric bun. The burger would of been great with slightly better execution.

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Yellow Bun

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I was back home after a long travel and I needed a burger to review cause I was falling behind slightly. I wasn’t in the mood of leaving home so decided if I can’t bring myself to a burger joint I will make myself a burger. It was a perfect time to experiment with a burger and build upon my last try.

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(I should maybe host a burger tasting at some point)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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This time I didn’t go for a premade patty but made one myself and the cook in me was proud of the basic recipe. This blog post is slightly different as I will put the entire burger recipe for the patty as well.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Lets start with the meat as usual. I overdid it a bit in terms of the size. The patties were about 225 gr. (8oz) which is a bit too much for a burger but in my defense I have big hands and I can’t really measure the size very well. Note taken and I would bring them to 170 gr. (6oz) next time. The meat was medium with slightly crispy outside and pink center I was really proud considering the non ideal methods for cooking a burger. The meat had a lot of flavour since that is the way I like it. I put a lot of ingredients that  highlighted the beef so every bite of it was a separate experience of its own. Look at the recipe for a more detailed explanation. It was a Tesco counter minced meat and it was surprisingly nice quality but certainly not top of the line.

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The more times that I try Emmental cheese the more I like it on a burger. That tangy taste out of it really is distinct and is emphasized by anything sweet in the burger. It melts nicely and whenever you put a substantial amount (like I did, cause I love cheese) you can fight with even strong flavors like onion chutney, pickles or dijon mustard.

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I’ve said it plenty of times but red onion chutney rules for burgers. It adds sweet and sour flavors with the onion punch and it both compliments a lot of ingredients like the beef and cheese and contrasts with pickles. Talking about pickles I think when you have mustard in your burger you can’t go wrong if you put a little gherkin

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The dijon mustard was slightly out of proportion sadly and was overwhelming some of the bites. The pickles were not enough to kill it and even though it was OK it could of been improved substantially.

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As you can see on the photo the bun was slightly over toasted especially on top. If I would change something I would pick up a fresher bread. Toast it on one side only and make sure the sesame seeds are toasted enough to open that amazing flavour

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 10/10

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Home is certainly the best burger joint. Have you tried eating burgers naked? I haven’t, but I should. Only at a place like that you have the freedom to do it. Didn’t prepare fries or any sides as I didn’t believe it was needed considering the size of the burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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I love cooking and preparing something for you and people around you is a great experience IMO. Plus this is a great way to rate my food (semi-objectively). But I wouldn’t call it too quirky.

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Home Sweet Home

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While I was on my world trip I had a stop in Gurugram in India. A colleague recommended this burger joint and specifically this monstrosity. Boy was I surprised. The knife on the Photo is a large steak knife and the 300g that were written in the recipe… that is the meat only.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.0/10

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Let’s get clear. Size matters… but not as much as taste. This burger was certainly the biggest I’ve tried but I can’t say the same about the flavour.

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Size: XXL

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The burger had:

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So, this was not a patty like any other. Inside that lamb patty was orgy of several cheeses which had perfectly melted. I can’t say the lamb was the cooked with a perfect balance of spices (Strange considering that all the meat I ad in India was seasoned perfectly with a lot of flavour clashing and balancing out). I think the amount of meat was simply overwhelming but it was good. However, the centrepiece of this meal was certainly the melted cheese (literally the center part of the burger). Since it was quite a bit you could actually feel it in every bite… in some only it. For a cheese lover like me this was a great experience although it could have been better for sure. Sadly I was looking for the jalapenos in every bit but couldn’t really find them, maybe keep them outside of the stuffing next time?

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The coleslaw that was served with it was there more for the mayo and greasing up the bun rather than an amazing taste combination. It brought a nice crunch to every bite together with the lettuce but to be honest I was slightly disappointed.

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I have to admit that the enormous toasted sesame bun was a simple and good uniter to all  these ingredients but  sadly there  wasn’t a lot of play with flavour

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The venue had a selection of classic Indian style sodas and soft drinks which were not for my taste and I don’t think they went well with burger. Non the less the fries were nicely salty and greasy like in grandma’s. Recently I’ve been having a great experience with fries everywhere.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You eat this burger about the experience. You have huge burger that you can barely bite through and after you do you are granted the gift of gods – stringy melted cheese. You don’t come to this burger joint for the high-quality gourmet food, you come here for the messy, fatty experience

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Melted Core

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Was in Salt Lake City and was wondering what should I have for dinner and of course… when in doubt, eat a burger. So I went and ordered from the highest rated burger joint in the area and I was very pleasently surprised by the food

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.0/10

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This is one of those burgers which sound amazing on recipe yet slightly under perform when served. Non the less I found the burger to be very juicy and delicious and recommend it.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was nice juicy and well spiced. I can’t say it was the highest quality meat but the flavour was there. These were really juicy meaty bites that thankfully weren’t overwhelmed by the other flavours in the burger. In the context of the recipe the beef was great but it can be better especially if the rest of the ingredients had bigger punch

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Pepper jack is popular in the US and I’m sad it isn’t used more in the EU. Because the rest of the ingredients didn’t have a strong flavour you can feel the cheese with the bites which as you know guys I love.

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The guacamole and pico moved the burger from this classic feel to this southern/Mexican cuisine feel. I’ve tried this combination before and went really well with the beef and cheese. My problem was the intensity of those ingredients were not there a good guacamole and pico combination can go a long way in conjuring and explosion in your mouth but sadly it was slightly bland which on the other end really helped the overall balance of the burger.

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The jalapenos felt in the same place as the guac. It was there but certainly didn’t add that pickled spicy feel that you expect.

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The chipotle ranch really managed to compliment the guac and the beef and help greasy up and make the burger more juicy I should certainly give it a try in one of my own recipes.

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Toasted brioche is certainly the right bread for it as it adds that sweetness that compliments the guac and pico.

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All and all a pretty nice burger with a great recipe that could certainly be improved.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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I ordered this burger since I couldn’t evaluate thee venue itself. The fries though were really really good. This seems to be a theme in the US, you guys know and love your fries.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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A very interesting recipe which I would like to give a try back in home.

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Southern in the Midwest

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So I was on a trip to New York so I had to try some burgers in the land that invented them… thank you ‘Murica! Sadly due to events I had to attend and lack of time I couldn’t visit a lot of burger joints. Ted’s is a restaurant that was a recommendation from a colleague as “The best bison burger” in New York so I had to go and give it a try.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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Having the opportunity to try Bison  was something I couldn’t miss and seeing the recipe in the menu I was really excited. This is one of the best burgers I’ve tried hands down so here it is

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Size: Large (American Large)

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The burger had:

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This is the first time I’ve tried bison and I was very happy with the flavour. I don’t think it is a surprise that it was very close to beef however slightly more gamy which I think suits a burger much more. Even though there weren’t many spices the meat had a strong accent and was not in any way covered by the rest of the strong ingredients. The meat was good quality wasn’t frozen and very juicy.

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I said it before and I will say it again. Caramelized onions are the best thing to put on a burger. Combined with the bacon it was a great taste explosion. Overall the burger had more of a sweet flavour to it and the bacon just went so well with it. You could feel it along side the other ingredients and complimented the bison.

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The cheese combination was interesting. Blue cheese is one of my favorite add-ons for a burger and even though very powerful in taste it was nicely balanced by the tangy flavour of the gruyer. This is the kind of burger I like – multiple tastes fighting for dominance in on your taste buds. My only critique is that sometimes the cheese was overwhelming some of the other ingredients mostly the bison.

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I thing argula is the best greens you can put on a burger just because of their specific taste. When they have the right amount of oil it really opens this wierd “meaty” flavour which goes well with the rest of a burger, yet you still have that healthy greens.

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The toasted brioche was great and added to that sweetness. It just complimented the burger very well.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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It is a big old style restaurant, not the typical modern burger joint. They had a big bar and a nice selections of IPAs. I went for the Laguinitas ( I heavily recommend it) .

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The fries were great they helped clear your pallet in between burger bites. They were greasy, salty and tasty. All and all it is a place that is going to impact your cholesterol level but lets face it, this is what you want from a burger joint.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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You don’t try bison every day and it isn’t as popular in New York (apparently ) compared to other places in the US. I loved the recipe but nothing too quirky with it.

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Grazing on Argula

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While in Sofia several people recommended me the burgers at Crystal. This is a steak house which used to be famous long ago in communist Bulgaria. I was pretty excited to see what they have come up with on the burger menu. This is the second burger I tried there and I was actually more impressed compared to their signature burger. Recipe was simpler but executed much better

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9.5/10

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The simpler recipe of the two I tried in this restaurant is certainly the better executed one. Flavors had a much better balance and that was obvious in every bite.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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Suffice to say the beef was very high quality. However I believe because of the chorizo which was part of the patty the meat flavour had a much better accent. Spices from the Spanish sausage infused the patty so well. This is the kind of accent I’m looking when I’m having my burger so good job on that. However the distinct chorizo taste was slightly lacking due to the balance with the meat. Maybe more spices to accentuate the difference between the meats would of made that burger perfect.

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As a cheese lover I was pleasantly surprised with the emmental. Most of the time I’ve had it didn’t have that strong taste but here, it was different. That tangy taste of the emmental was part of every bite. If maybe a thicker slice was added the balance between all the ingredients would of been perfect

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The pickles and the relish sauce were that great acidity to your pallet. They were strong but the meat was certainly compensating for it and the balance was there. And it even had that sweetness though that is the flavour that was most missing from the burger

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The bread was perfect. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, lightly toasted… yes please.

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It is a pricey burger for Sofia but certainly one of the best ones in the city so I do recommend if you are up for the price and want to have a fine dining experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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You are going to have a good time here. Service is nice, ambience is amazing everything is stylish. The only problem is that it has nothing in common with a burger joint. You will get amazing service with delicious fries.

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I would give it a higher score if it had a good beer selection but sadly wine is the specialty of the venue and so far I’m not convinced of the burger/wine combination (maybe I should try it more)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You get sophisticated serving for a greasy burger. Recipe was not unheard of unlike the previous one but the atmosphere really does help for the better experience

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Iberian Sophistication

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While in Sofia several people recommended me the burgers at Crystal. This is a steak house which used to be famous long ago in communist Bulgaria. I was pretty excited to see what they have come up with on the burger menu. Suffice to say I was pretty impressed, they have redesigned it and the overall branding of the restaurant is in its every detail. Lets see if they have that level of detail for their burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This was the steak house and there is another Crystal apparently which is a burger and steak joint (maybe I should try it next time). I don’t think the difference would be massive considering how delighted I was with this burger. All and all I think this is a fantastic recipe that could of been executed slightly better.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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In a steakhouse I expect a lot from the meat especially from high star restaurant like this one. The quality and the preparation did not disappoint. I have to say this is one of the better quality meats I’ve tried . Sadly burger is not a steak and having simply good quality meat won’t cut it… at least for me. You need some more “umph” with the spices. You want to push your patty in certain culinary direction and even though the meat was great I would of hoped for slightly more.

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The cheese had a similar problem with a lot of burgers around. You put cheese as part of the recipe but you don’t balance it correctly according to the ingredients. You could certainly feel the mature cheddar in some bites that were more plain but it wasn’t distinct when you had that juicy tomato and truffle fighting with the sweet onions. Put more or make sure it compliments the ingredients better.

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The overall burger felt very Italian with the argula, tomato, truffle paste and the egg. These are ingredients you will see in south European salads and pasta. The combination between egg and truffle is always amazing . The egg acts as an amazing flavour sponge. I love rocket salad on a burger, I do believe it is a better options for a lot of burgers to lettuce. Somehow argula works really well with oils and grease and accentuates the taste. The overall combination I really loved it is just the cheddar cheese that was slightly off recipe.

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Let me make it crystal clear ( get it? ) the best thing to go with burger are caramelised onions. It can only be good or great. I do believe this is one of the easiest way to add a lot of flavour and balance to a burger.

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The bread was perfect. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, lightly toasted… yes please.

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All and all the burger was really good and I do recommend it although it is a bit pricey for Sofia.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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You are going to have a good time here. Service is nice, ambience is amazing everything is stylish. The only problem is that it has nothing in common with a burger joint. You will get amazing service with delicious fries.

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I would give it a higher score if it had a good beer selection but sadly wine is the speciality of the venue and so far I’m not convinced of the burger/wine combination (maybe I should try it more)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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You get sophisticated serving for a greasy burger. You get an interesting recipe and good execution. Yes.

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Shattering Experience

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Back again in Sofia, Bulgaria so I had to come back to the burger place with one of the most interesting recipes I’ve had – Muffin Burger. Burgers on the Road is one of the better burger joints (trucks?) in Sofia. I was excited to try one of their other recipes especially considering that they are one of the few places serving horse burgers. Guess which type of burger did I go for?

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Although it is a food truck and it can move, that is the last place I found them so here is the location:

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Although not too weird this burger does use a recipe I really like. They’ve managed to execute it quite well, although there are few light critiques from my side (almost there guys!)

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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OK, so if you haven’t had horse meat… you should. There is a reason gym bros are crazy about it. It isn’t only delicious but very lean and healthy meat. I believe it has a very specific yet light flavour with which you can play around in any recipe. The meat used by Burgers on the Road is very nice, from my “expertise” I think it isn’t frozen which is a rarity when talking about horse meat. The burger was juicy and although the flavour was there, it could of been slightly more accentuated with few other spices added to the patty.

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My biggest obstruction against the burger is the cheese. I don’t think it is bad but it can be so much better. I mentioned it in the last review for Burgers on the Road but you can’t have strong flavours like onion chutney, full of taste Bulgarian tomato and horse meat and put mild cheddar. I believe the cheese gets lost this way among the rest of the flavours. I would recommend stronger cheddar or maybe light camembert  or a light blue cheese like Stilton.

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Veggies with purpose. Those are the veggies in Bulgaria. Quality is high, flavour is there and they are not in simply for the classic burger recipe. The tomatoes in Bulgaria are among the best you can try. I also believe this is a challenge in balancing a burger’s flavour because you have more and stronger accents to work with when adding other ingredients. Lettuce is great you have the texture but from a recent recipe I tried and loved, why don’t you try shredded lettuce, you can put more and you really can add freshness for the taste buds.

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I believe horseradish is a superb ingredient for almost any kind of red meat. It is difficult to get it wrong. Mellowing it out with mayo and making more greasy is a great move although my preference is to have slightly more horseradish

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The bun was really fresh and tasty, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was nicely toasted.

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I loved it, going back again 100%.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger choice was decent, but you can’t find the recipes everywhere which makes the place very special. It is a food truck and the second time I tried to go it was missing so I would expect them at food festivals in Bulgaria and the Balkans.

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The fires they were serving were actually homemade chips (crisps for the UK people) and were really delicious. Quite greasy so keep in mind if it isn’t your thing.

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They had a very good choice of beer including some pale ales which I think are the perfect choice for any burger.

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Recommended ale: Sierra Nevada

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Although Sierra Nevada is a bit more on the sweet, caramel taste and it goes well with the burger, to cleanse your pallet I would go with a more bitter option if available.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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Very few places have fresh horse meat especially for a burger. The overall recipe is not shocking but the choice of meat really makes a difference.

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A Galloping experience

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Tonic is one of those places in Dundee where you can get a large variety of burgers with the quirkiest meats. Long time ago I had a crocodile burger. I loved it and was excited to review it but burgers were out, so I settled for Zebra. Let’s face it you don’t have zebra every day especially in the UK

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Tonic is quirky and let me tell you why

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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So I don’t think it would be to anyone’s surprise, but  the Zebra had a taste very similar to horse. Now since there are no zebras in Scotland ( wow shocker ) the meat was frozen, sadly you could feel it. From what I sense the burgers are ready, so they are not adding additional spices and that could be felt. Maybe be frozen minced meat more spices could be added to accentuate the zebra flavour but lets not be too picky we are here for the weird meat that you can’t find anywhere. Although lean meat and flavourful like the horse one the zebra has slightly gamier taste.

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Now If you ask me stilton blue cheese is one of the best things you can have on a burger especially with other strong flavours especially the zebra in this case. The combination was nice. It was going to be even better if the meat was properly spiced.

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With the blue cheese another ingredient that from experience go well with it is onion chutney or caramelized onions. The way the taste balances is really perfect, and you always have those strong flavours fighting for dominance in you mouth.

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I couldn’t really feel the bacon dust so maybe add more or put crunchy bacon and combine it with melted blue cheese ( I should try that myself )

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Last time I had the pretzel bun it was certainly fresher. I love the texture and the salty accent it is a type of bun that can be used more and really integrated with the recipe. This one can use some work but still good

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Tonic’s fries are nothing special can’t really get excited about the, but on the other hand you can’t go wrong with IPA or cocktails. I recommend a nice IPA with a burger… always. It is an overall lively place but considering the burgers and hot dogs they offer I would expand the craft ale list. They really compensate with variety of burger combinations and I really like how they structure their menu ( although I liked tailored menus rather than pick and choose)

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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Talking about quirky, lets face it, you don’t have meats like crocodile, kangaroo, ostrdige, buffalo etc. every day especially out of their region. So, if you want to go quirky with a burger that is the place.

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Zebralicious

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When in Edinburgh, eat Bread Meats Bread. Even when it is slightly unsuccessful Burger with a Korean twist.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This burger was certainly something you don’t try every day. The kimchi poutine in the venue is amazing but somehow the burger didn’t have the same success.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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This is the first time I haven’t been excited about the beef patty. Not sure if it was the combination of ingredients or the patty itself but something was missing. It was still a good quality meat but it didn’t have the spices to push through that beef flavour and it was very plain.

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This was one of those times where cheese is put on the burger for the sake of it. It isn’t typical for BMB but this time the cheese was barely felt, there was no punch except for the bites with less kimchi.

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Let’s talk about the kimchi. When served with a lot of sauces in a poutine it is great soft and adds that tasty sour punch, In this case it was cold and was missing some of the flavour. The spiciness in combination with the sriracha mayo adds the right amount of hot.

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The egg is an interesting add to the recipe and in combination with the kimchi it goes in an experimental direction but it was way to plain for my taste. I would add few spices or cook it with a more flavourful oil.

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The burger is not bad you can taste the end idea of the recipe. But the execution was certainly sub par. Even good burger chains have not so great burgers.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a burger joint that doesn’t offer only burgers. If you have a large stomach like myself I would always recommend grabbing a small poutine with the burger. You simply can’t go wrong and it is a unique side that you don’t see elsewhere.
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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I can’t say this is the weirdest burger I’ve eaten especially in BMB but the place is different from your everyday burger joints.

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Korean twist

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Baba G’s make one of the best and quirkiest burgers in London. It is safe to say I was excited to go back there for a taste of their Indian style. As I expected I wasn’t disappointed with the burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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This burger is vert similar to the Naga Deli I tried in the burger joint however it is has a more complex recipe. The balance was there but wasn’t as perfect and I think with a slightly better execution this burger can certainly hit a 10/10

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The burger had:

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The patty was as complex as the previous one I had. It is a patty which is very different from the other burger joints since there are ingredients like coriander, cumin and chilly which really push the meat flavour in a quirky direction. It is light to medium spicy ( although recently a friend told me it is too spicy for some pallets ) . You can really fell the taste from the lamb and the spices really exaggerate the flavour in a perfect way. My only comment is this time the patty was slightly dry (that is how we push for the 10/10 )

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The onion bhaji really reminds you of a burger with some kind of potatoes. They really provide that texture. The taste however is very different. The last time the onion had a stronger sensation which I liked this time the tasty batter had the accent. The balance between the two would of been the perfect favour

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Lets talk about the sauces because I believe they really manage to pull the experience in a different direction. The riatha with its yogurt base is a perfect addition to any lamb in my opinion and really manages to soften the taste of the chilli it is a perfect sauce for that burger.
\nAnd then comes that mango pulp sauce. It goes great with the riatha and adds that sweet tangy flavour. It manages to add a new sensation to your taste buds and bring balance to the entire recipe

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As stated before. This is one of the best buns you can have on a burger because it isn’t simply a meat holder but rather a part of the recipe. Sadly this time the seeds didn’t have that specific taste, maybe it matters how fresh they are. The grilled bun wasn’t getting soggy and still had that great crunch though.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The burger joint is at a great location. It is a small shack serving great burgers and the fries are pretty good. Although to be honest it is the sauces that come with them that make them great. Fries themselves are definitely something that can be improved.

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Beverage: Beaver Town’s Gamma Ray

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For this burger, I would recommend the “Gamma Ray” pale ale. It is clearing the pallet perfectly for the next bite although I think a hoppier ale would go even better.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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In terms of quirkiness it is as good as it gets. All the burgers have an Asian twist and the experience is a must try.  I’m pretty amazed how they managed to put typical  spices and flavours from the eastern part of the world into a food that is so western in its origin. These are among the most innovative recipes in the burger world and I heavily recommend them.

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A Crazy Recipe

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Shakeshack is a place I’ve been called to review for a while. So as I was looking for lunch in the area there it was. A greasy burger is always welcome. It isn’t a gourmet burger but one that will satisfy that comfort junk food urge.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 5.5/10

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Shakeshack in my mind is very similar to FiveGuys as a burger chain. You don’t get a gourmet burger but and you shouldn’t expect the quality of the ingredients to be similar to one. It is the quality fast food place.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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Since my Scottish trip I’ve gotten used to good quality beef and this one although good is certainly not among the top patties I’ve tried. It was the best thing about the burger it was well seasoned and juicy. I missed that punchy beef taste.

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The mushroom patty is effectively a deep fried portbello mushroom. I love mushrooms and I love them on burger but it is easy to screw up. The deep frying really removed that flavour from the mushroom and you could only feel it if that was the only thing in your bite. The best thing about it was the chewy texture and the batter was tasty and was giving most of the taste

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Maybe because of the lack of punch from the other ingredients but the cheddar had a strong flavour and was well melted. It really went well with the burger and wasn’t there just for the recipe.

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As in most locations in the UK the tomato wasn’t any good. It is bland on the taste and has only part of the punch a good fresh tomato has. The lettuce provided that nice texture and went really well with the sauce so props to that.

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The ShakSauce was a hit it had a mayo base, spices and something else I couldn’t figure out really. It went well with the rest of the ingredients

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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A regular burger joint. The fries were amazing though so I recommend them. They had a good choice of milkshakes for the lovers but the beer choice is not what I expect from a burger joint. But I have to say that the recommended ShakeShak beer is not half bad.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3//10

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I can’t say there was something quirky about the experience

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Greasy junk food

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So it was long time since I’ve tried a Byron and I knew I had to review one. I wasn’t as excited as for Bread Meats Bread since previous times I’ve been here burgers have been mediocre but they were due a proper review. Boy was I surprised.  Even though I had an absolute classic I was amazed.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Whenever there isn’t a burger in the menu that catches my eye I try to fallback to classics. Since I’m a cheesemonger I would always go for a cheeseburger in a situation like that. As mentioned I wasn’t expecting a lot due to mediocre previous experience but I was quite amazed. This is was a very simple and well executed cheese burger. The reason I’m not giving it a 10/10 is because when I’m trying something that simple I expect it to be exceptional in its own way and even though this was a very tasty burger it isn’t there.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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When in Scotland… eat beef cause it is f***ing amazing. From the chain restaurants I’ve been to- Honest, Byron, GBK, Shake Shack (upcoming) I think this was the best beef patty I’ve had so far. It was well seasoned, juicy full of flavour even though it had to conform to Scottish law.

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Not sure what type of cheese this is but it was similar to American cheddar in terns of taste and looks. It was thick enough to make a cheese lover like me happy. Every bite you had that classic cheeseburger taste that I miss from so many burgers now days because they don’t get the balance right like this one

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Can I just say that if there is iceberg in my burger from now on I would like it shredded, please. It keeps an interesting texture yet it is easy to bite and very flavourful. It  goes amazing with the onions and for a bit more acidity the pickles hit the right spot.

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Last but not least the sauces. They weren’t overwhelming and they were helping hint all the ingredients. American mustard gave that authentic feel and the Byron sauce was like a light siracha-mayo and both really bound everything together.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Fries aren’t anything special that you would want to come back for but they will fill your mouth and cleans your pallet in between pallets. Combined with an easy going draft pale ale you are sure to go back home happy.  Nothing amazing and outstanding but you can always come back for a good meal.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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This is a simple gourmet burger/diner joint. You won’t get anything too quirky out of here except maybe for some of the monthly burgers.

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Proper Cheeseburger

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When going back to Scotland I’m always excited about Bread Meats Bread. It is simply the best place for burgers in the UK in my humble opinion. Was happy to find out that they have new addition

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8.5/10

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As usual the award-winning burger joint didn’t disappoint. This time I went for a burger I’ve never had. Slightly later I realised that the salad base was very similar to the Lamborghini one that I had hence I prepared myself for some taste explosion.

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Size: Large

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The burger had:

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In a Scottish burger the first thing you talk about is the Scottish beef. It is simply f-ing good. The quality is great it is spiced and even though by law and recipe in this case it is cooked until well done they still managed to make it juicy. This is among the best beef I’ve had in a burger. Then comes the salami which kind of weights in on that meaty flavour and certainly is one of the flavours that makes the burger feel heavy. I’m not sure on my opinion for it though. I had a nostalgia hit by the salami taste and yet it felt
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Talking about a Spartan theme, nothing screams Greek like halloumi cheese. This grilled chewy goodness went really well with the already heavy feel of the burger. It certainly added to the theme of the burger and let’s face it, grilled halloumi always tastes good.

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Now, lets talk about the second cheese and the salad which continued the Balkan spirit of the burger. Tomatoes, cucumber and feta cheese, these three make a typical Balkan salad which you can find anywhere in the region, they go really well together, and they go well with meat. Sadly, I can’t say I was impressed with the quality of the vegetables. Tomato and cucumber were kind of bland and the cheeses flavor was overwhelming them.

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We need to finish with the spicy and sauces. The chillies and the harrisa mayo added that right level of spicy to the mix without being overwhelming similar to the Lamborghini .

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 9/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a burger joint that doesn’t offer only burgers. If you have a large stomach like myself I would always recommend grabbing a small poutine with the burger. You simply can’t go wrong and it is a unique side that you don’t see elsewhere.
\nRegarding the beer lovers I fell in love with Cesar Augustus which is a Lagger/IPA and it really manages to combine best of both worlds and refresh your pallet. I strongly recommend it.

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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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I can’t say this is the weirdest burger I’ve eaten especially in BMB but the place is different from your everyday burger joints.

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Leonidas would be proud

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So I was back in Scotland and the challenge was how many burgers can I eat for two days and not get my arteries clogged. Years go I had one of my best burger experiences in a burger joint in Dundee, The Boozy Cow. You are served in a huge tray with kitchen rolls on the side and a lot of sauces. The objective is to get yourself dirty and happy and have a beer while you are doing it. Guess what I did when I found out there is a Boozy Cow in Edinburgh?

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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This is a very different burger from what you would have normally mainly because of the patty. The overall execution was really good!

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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Deer God! How often do you have venison? Not often enough I think. I love the taste. It is a well done, juicy patty that has a heavy, slightly gamy meat punch. It is a flavour of meat you certainly don’t have every day. I’ve had better venison in my life but since the meat is so good an rare to get your hand on it you need to appreciate it every time. The bacon was good and tasty but and it went OK with the patty but it was the only ingredient I would challenge in the recipe. Next time I might try it without any.

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To balance strong tastes, you need other strong tastes and the blue cheese is exactly that. I would say that it is even slightly underused but overall the combination of moldy, stinky cheese and gamy meat is amazing. I realize it is not for everyone but you have the right to be wrong. To continue with the punches for your taste buds lets talk about the relish. That pickled red cabbage is the perfect salad for the venison meat. It even goes well with the cheese strangely enough. Combine that with the sweet and acidic onions and you get a really nice salad base for a burger like this.

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My only critique would be the lettuce and tomato I think the tomato could have been omitted. I know I’m picky about the veggies used but they can really ruin a bite if the taste is not what you expect. In this case I think sticking with the lettuce only might be a good choice unless you try it with a good quality
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My last critique is the lack of sauces and juiciness in the overall burger. Even good quality mayo as part of the recipe would have been great. Non the less this is an amazing burger that is a must try.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 8/10

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Boozy cow is one of the smaller burger chains in Scotland but they do offer a variety of beers and very very interesting set of milkshakes and cocktails. Also the fires are pretty decent and having them on a pile in a tray helps with the messy burger experience.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It isn’t every day that you have venison and it isn’t every day that is in such a good recipe. This is a place where you can certainly find different burgers and different experiences when you come so I recommend it.

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Deer God!

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I was showing this burger to a friend who likes simple burgers so decided to give it a second try myself.

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(BTW I’m sorry for the bad pic)

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I was passing by and decided to try the absolute classic from Bleeker’s Burgers… a cheeseburger. Especially considering I didn’t like the blue cheese from the previous burger I tried I was hoping I can find the better recipe.  And I was right!

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The size: Small

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The burger had:

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With a simple burger like this one we need to start with the patty as I believe it would be its centrepiece. Between my two visits nothing has really changed (consistency is good) and as per the last review, I can’t really complain too much about the meat. Yes, I’ve certainly had higher quality meats in a burger, better spiced ones, but non-the less this was a really good beef. Certainly, beats all the fast food burgers you can find everywhere. But just as last time, when you are giving me something with a simple recipe I expect top quality products and that wasn’t exactly the taste.

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Lettuce was crunchy, and onions added the acidity the burger needed, it really felt like a classic burger. I expressed my preference for caramelised onions to fresh ones, but I guess it really depends on the taste buds.

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Let’s face it I had basically the same burger in Bleecker’s but with cheddar instead of blue cheese. I have to see that cheddar is certainly the right way to order a burger from this joint. It is potent enough and because the burger is so simple you can properly feel the cheddar.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you have a good variety for a place like this. They have nice small selection of drinks I believe fits their menu quite well. Especially the Stone IPA I recommend it. Fries could be ordered as a mix of skin on, sweet and basic and they were really nice but were the more filling part of the burger/fries combo.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Basic quality junk food burger.

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Simple

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Colleagues hyped up Bleecker burgers as a great joint to have the food of gods so I decided to go try them. I was surprised by their approach in this time of gourmet burgers.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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So I was very surprised by the simplicity of the burgers they serve. In the case of simple burgers I expect very high quality ingredients. You want to heavily emphasize the taste of each of the ingredients and make your burger remarkable this way. The burger was OK but I was slightly disappointing.

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The size: Small

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The burger had:

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The beef patty was certainly the best part of the burger. It was juicy and tasty sadly when I compare it with the best meats I’ve had on burgers it didn’t stack up. It could of had more flavor from spices but I have to admit the meat quality was good. End of the day that is its centerpiece

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The blue cheese was a slight disappointment. You expect to get that moldy taste and mellow it out with the rest of the ingredients however in this case  the blue cheese had a very light taste. I guess it kind of worked out with the light taste of the meat but it simply wasn’t my thing.

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The crunchiness from the onions and lettuce were welcomed and really helped with the feel of the bites. Can’t say it is the best salad I had in a burger but it kind of worked. My personal preference would of been if the onions were glazed or fried.

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The  mayo really helped for the juicy bites and I appreciated it but it wasn’t anything special.

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Bun wasn’t impressive it was soggy and I believe it should be slightly more toasted.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you have a good variety for a place like this. They have nice small selection of drinks I believe fits their menu quite well. Especially the Stone IPA I recommend it. Fries could be ordered as a mix of skin on, sweet and basic and they were really nice but were the more filling part of the burger/fries combo.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Basic quality junk food burger.

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Quality fast food

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Before I started my quest for the perfect burger and I was still randomly trying burger joints Porky was one of the first and really good burgers I’ve tried. Decided to go back to give it a full fledged review. Sadly I didn’t find it as great whether the current chef did something bad or I didn’t have anything to compare it to back in the day, I don’ know. Non the less it is a pretty decent burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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While I was trying an old favorite we ordered this one to split. It looked like a heart attack in a bun and it felt like it. If you were there for a gluttonous burger that is it if you were there for an exquisite taste, maybe not

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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It is all about the meat and the possibility of heart attack. Similar to the other burger I had the beef patty was a decent one however you couldn’t really fell much of the taste in between all the other strong flavors.
\nThe beef ribs is what really added to the beef taste and that was the overwhelming taste in the burger. Porky’s are famous for the BBQ and they did deliver but I can’t keep thinking how well could it be if it is properly balanced. The BBQ sauce was what really made it special but because of the ingredients it really felt like you are eating ribs in a bun more than a burger.
\nAs you can imagine at a place like this the bacon was top notch but again it was it and the ribs that made the whole experience not the burger.

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Tomato was added for the supposed complimentary flavor but when it is among as much meat it is a thin slice it is barely noticeable. if you had a nice thick slice of a good quality tomato it would of worked perfectly.

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I liked the slaw in terms of the texture, it added that crispiness to the bite and the acidity was trying to balance out all the other flavors but I’ve certainly had better ones.

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I respect the fact there was no cheese in the burger. If you won’t feel it, don’t put it, good choice.

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The deep fried pickles were an interesting add. It really pushes your arteries to their limits. I can’t say it was the tastiest ingredient but it had its specific heavy taste that went very well with the rest of the massacre. Sadly when you deep fry the pickle you loose from its acidity but somehow it worked.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you will always leave Porky’s BBQ stuffed. The selection of burgers is decent but they do have a rotating burger ( expect a review of one of these soon ) The selection of beers is average, sadly there weren’t great pale ales to combo with my burger s

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Want a heart attack? Go there.

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Closer to a heart attack

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Before I started my quest for the perfect burger and I was still randomly trying burger joints Porky was one of the first and really good burgers I’ve tried. Decided to go back to give it a full fledged review. Sadly I didn’t find it as great whether the current chef did something bad or I didn’t have anything to compare it to back in the day, I don’ know. Non the less it is a pretty decent burger!

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Porky’s burger was a heavy meaty burger. It would satisfy any hungry carnivore. However there were few bits and pieces that could of been improved.

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The size: Large

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The burger had:

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The meat is certainly the centerpiece of this burger. The beef patty was tasty and made of good quality meat. But due to the heavy flavor of the pulled pork and the bacon you could barely feel it. I would recommend more spices to push that beef taste and balance it out.
\nThe pulled pork is one of the best I’ve tried on a burger, Porky’s BBQ live up to their name. I would of loved a more saucy version of it but the flavor was so pure I can overlook it.
\nThe bacon was difficult to bite through although it was making your taste buds explode. The punch was the good and the bad, with so much pork taste it is very difficult to show the beef flavor in a burger and you either need more sauces or more spices to push the flavor out. Meat quality was there, balance really wasn’t.

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The cheddar was one of those situations where a slice of cheese is placed in the middle of the burger so you can say there is cheese. But you can’t really feel its presence especially with all that meat. You either need much more or need a stronger cheese.

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The buns were more of a burger holder rather than being a part of the recipe.

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All and all I though it was going to be more of an 8 or 8.5 burger but sadly it was a bit underwhelming

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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The service is quick. The fires are really good and you will always leave Porky’s BBQ stuffed. The selection of burgers is decent but they do have a rotating burger ( expect a review of one of these soon ) The selection of beers is average, sadly there weren’t great pale ales to combo with my burger s

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4//10

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Tables, nice choice of food, good sides, American bar/diner atmosphere. It ain’t bad but there wasn’t anything special nor for the join nor for burger.

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Mmm..eaty

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Smugglers was the last burger joint I visited in Sofia, Bulgaria. I had one of the tastiest burgers in the region and I really recommend the location.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I decided to try the Smuggler’s Burger. It looks like signature one yet it has standard gourmet burger with twist. I need to say it now. I believe this is one of the best burgers of had. It is fairly simplistic in its recipe but everything tastes great, it is high quality and the balance is almost perfect. With burgers of score nine and above I’m always going to confirm my rating at least one more time… For Science!

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The burger had:

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Beef patty was amazing, it wasn’t falling into the pitfall of other Bulgarian burger joints and it was full of spices and well grilled to be full of flavour. This is exactly what you expect from a nice beef burger. Now this strong taste wasn’t masking the bacon or the other way around. The bacon was tasty, salty and very delicious adding a great balance between beef and pork. It was easy to chew and very tasty.

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The mayo was keeping the simplicity intact yet keeping your burger bites juicy. Normally you don’t but in this case you could feel the smoke in the mayo and that is because of the classic flavoured ingredients.

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The cheddar was one of the few examples I’ve tried recently where it was the right amount. A nice red cheddar that was slightly melted and had full flavour through each bite.

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Onion jam was a great addition, every time I’ve had it on a burger I haven’t been disappointed. You get to balance out acidity sweetness and that lovely onion flavour in one place. Not sure if it is a chutney or a jam recipe ( apparently there was a difference) but the blend with the other tastes was amazing.

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And as I’ve mentioned before the white bun was really good. Crunchy on the outside soft on the inside and slightly toasted. I think it is a better choice than a brioche bun due to it’s plainness.

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I’m not saying anything bad about the burger. It was delicious from a lot of aspects, however I didn’t have that special moment from that one bite while eating it (I’ll revisit that as I said). That is why I’m staying away from the 10 for now.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It has a typical diner atmosphere and this is atypical for Bulgaria so props for the classic style.

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The fries were good they had herbs and parmesan cheese so they were really tasty but it was more the combination of the addons then the fries themselves that made the side delicious.

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Sadly the selection of beers and ales is not numerous and I didn’t get one because  I couldn’t find one that would fit the taste. However, they do have good milkshakes which is a classic drink with your burger. I recommend them.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you have a recipe like  that for a burger. Is it quirky yes, is it tasty yes. I would go back to try the other burgers!

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Back to good ol’ basics

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Smugglers was the last burger joint I visited in Sofia, Bulgaria. I had one of the tastiest burgers in the region and I really recommend the location.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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This was the second unique and weird recipe I tried in Bulgaria. I was really interested in the combination the moment I saw it in the menu and it didn’t disappoint. The Central American twist was an interesting experience and a very tasty one with that.

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The burger had:

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Smuggler’s Mexican burger had one of the tastiest beef patties in Bulgaria. It was right on spot. Juicy, well flavored, nicely spiced and good quality meat. What else do you mean? Apparently peppers, I’m a sucker for them so I really appreciated it. They asked me how I want my burger and I said medium, which every burger place should do… but I believe this burger should be served well done.

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The centerpiece of this burger was the… Guacamole. Lets face it this has almost all the ingredients of a guacamole. I’m surprised they didn’t have the red onions. The guacamole accent was interesting and it was getting it’s acidity from the jalapenos which were one of the best balanced in terms of flavor and punch chilies I’ve tried in a while.
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The cheese is a really famous addition to your guacamole and meat in the Mexican food. Although this was a mild cheddar you could actually feel its specific taste but I would say… maybe a bit more?

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And yes, let’s not forget the bun. One of the best breads I’ve had for a burger. It had that typical fresh white bread taste with a very crunchy exterior. The mayo was a nice soak and complimented all the ingredients. I loved it!

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I loved that Mexican touch to the burger recipe. It was a tasty experience but certainly a quirky one. It’s not your typical burger. Not every day you have guacamole on your burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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It has a typical diner atmosphere and this is atypical for Bulgaria so props for the classic style.

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The fries were good they had herbs and parmesan cheese so they were really tasty but it was more the combination of the addons then the fries themselves that made the side delicious.

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Sadly the selection of beers and ales is not numerous and I didn’t get one because  I couldn’t find one that would fit the taste. However, they do have good milkshakes which is a classic drink with your burger. I recommend them.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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It is not every day that you have a recipe like  that for a burger. Is it quirky yes, is it tasty yes. I would go back to try the other burgers!

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Holy Guacamole

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During my last trip in Sofia I was dedicated to find more burger joints to try. Accidentally visiting Puzzl co-working spaces I encountered a food truck serving burgers. I love food trucks, I love burgers, I was hungry so it was perfect match. Burgers on the Road was a very different burger joint especially for Sofia and the experience didn’t disappoint. Although my cover was blown by a friend of mine I believe they are a really good burger joint.

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Although it is a food truck and it can move, that is the last place I found them so here is the location:

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger is called Muffin and it does have that sweet twist to it which I love. A nice play of name and taste. I really liked the burger and most of all the recipe although I believe the execution can be better.

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Size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. I love horse meat, it is lean and very tasty I recommend if you haven’t tried it. This is the first time I’ve had horse burger and it was very well executed. Normally I have problem with the meat in Bulgaria, it is good quality but not very well spiced and grilled, this wasn’t the case. It had its distinct punch and taste and you can always feel the horse meat through every bite. Very good job. The bacon was tasty, originally in the recipe it said it was crispy however this one wasn’t. It was a good chunk and tasted great but it was quite thick so made some of the bites more difficult and wasn’t easy to balance your bites so to say. I think a crunchy bacon would of added a bit more texture to the burger.  All and all the meat was great.

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The peanut butter and the blueberry jam was an amazing combination it had that slightly sweet punch but the specific taste of the peanut butter really made the burger. It balanced out perfectly with the meat and if the other two ingredients were perfect I think the burger would of gone for the 10.

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The cons of the burger was the cheddar you couldn’t feel it too much across the intense ingredients. Maybe thicker slice of mature cheddar or a light blue cheese would of gone perfectly with the peanut butter, jam and the meat. I rarely get good cheese balance in burgers and I find more and more that it is a difficult balance to struck.

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The jalapenos were the perfect relishy finish for the burger however these ones didn’t have a lot of host spicy taste hence the punch was missing. The sourness was good but with maybe a better quality jalapenos your taste buds would explode from all the flavors.

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I loved it and I’m excited to come back and try another one.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The burger choice was decent, but you can’t find the recipes everywhere which makes the place very special. It is a food truck so during winter seating is not the best but these are the pros and cons of a burger truck. During summer it should be amazing.

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The fires they were serving were actually homemade chips (crisps for the UK people) and were really delicious. Quite greasy so keep in mind if it isn’t your thing.

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They had a very good choice of beer including some pale ales which I think are the perfect choice for any burger.

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Recommended ale: Sierra Nevada

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Although Sierra Nevada is a bit more on the sweet, caramel taste and it goes well with the burger, to cleanse your pallet I would go with a more hoppy option if available.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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As I’ve mentioned before I love quirky burgers and the Muffin was exactly that. I’ve had a peanut butter burger only once before and I adored the combination. Horse meat is not something you encounter every day and it was a great addition. It is their own recipe, haven’t seen one like that, so it is certainly a unique experience. I heavily recommend it.

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A unique recipe

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Skaptoburgers was a venue that was quite hyped for me by friends from Sofia. I was eager to try one of their burgers and give it a rating, the expectations were high but I was slightly disappointed. I will go back eventually for another burger and another review and rather from the Skaptobara to the full fledged burger place, Skaptoburgers. That might of been my mistake

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I’m excited that there are so many new places in Sofia that I can explore during my next visits.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger was called Cheesus and it looked quite large and tasty and it was. Sadly I encountered the same problems I’ve seen in other burger places in Bulgaria.

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Size: Large

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All and all this is a very classic burger ( compared to the trendy burger recipes ) that has a very american style feel and taste

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the meat. The main trend I see in burgers and was visible with this one was great quality meat that isn’t seasoned very well so you meat taste is kind of lost in between the rest of the ingredients.  I loved the bacon. I constantly see a crispy bacon added to a burger when it brings barely anything to the taste or is lost. When bacon hasn’t lost it’s fat and meaty flavour like this one it becomes more than just an add on.

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Cheese was nice. It was melted looked good but the cheesy punch you expect from “Cheesus” wasn’t there. The taste of the burgers, cheddar and bacon was kind of converged together and I’m a big fan of balance which I didn’t really feel here.

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Let’s talk about the greats. YES, good Bulgarian veggies. The lettuce and the tomatoes were amazing. This is something that I’ve been missing in so many burger places around the world. This was one of those cases where the veggies weren’t a simple add on that was barely felt but a very tasty distinguished flavour.

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The mustard was adding that typical flavour and balance of an american style burger and it went really well with the rest of the ingredients. I would say a stronger mustard might even be better. For the lack of many sauces it was very juicy burger.

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With the current recipe, quality of ingredients and better execution I can see how this could of been an award winning burger but not the one I tried.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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I had a plain burger no fries and didn’t have a beer ( I had plenty beforehand and I was going to explode if I had another one ) I’m coming back to try those. The choices of foods and beverages was great the seating was nice and the service was good.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a great place with a variety of choices and is a place where you can consistently try rotating burgers and have new experiences and I believe it is one of the better joins in Sofia in terms of choice.

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I’m certainly going back the next time I can.

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Very Jucy

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Honest burgers so far is one of my favourite chains so I decided to take my girlfriend to taste the new burger of the month and maybe try something new.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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Since I’ve started this adventure I’ve started to embrace more and more spicy burgers. The appreciation for them has grown especially when the chilli is well flavoured and isn’t killing my taste buds for the rest of the experience. This was one of those very well balanced burgers that will be enjoyed by any of you hot heads.

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The size: Medium

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The burger had:

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As previously stated in other Honest Burger reviews (Chimichurri, Louisiana) the meet is top notch especially considering it is a burger chain. So no complaints there. The bacon was a nice addition and goes really well with the relish and the chilli.

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The Jalapeno relish was for sure the centrepiece of the burger. The taste was very well balanced between sour and chilli. The spiciness wasn’t overwhelming but was balancing out with the rest of the burger. The onions added this light sweetness and complimented the acidity.

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Hot sauce was nice and flavourful but couldn’t pick up  something specific about it. Maybe I’m not trained enough to recognise the different flavours coming from the spicy sauces. If left only with the relish it was going to be my perfect kind of hot since there were times it was a bit too much.

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My main beef (pun intended) with the burger was the cheddar that could be a bit stronger because the fattiness was going to balance out even better.

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All and all I think it is a great recipe that might be improved with better quality ingredients and maybe a bit more balance

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick  and ales are rotating ones. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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With this burger I any strong ale would suit it great. The burger is punchy in taste so you need something very flavorful to clear your pallet.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a standard burger joint. The rotating burgers and rotating ales does make a difference if you want to try new experiences once a month. As I’ve said the Honest Burger chain is the best from the larger gourmet burger chains.

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This one has a higher score mostly because of the burger and its unique flavour. It is not something you taste in every burger and it really plays with your taste buds

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A chilli balance

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Boom! Burgers is one of the better places in Sofia for burgers. I’m yet to try others

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Due to the fact that there are new burger every month I have the need to come and try a new burger every time. As I’ve said before I think Boom! burgers is one of the best places in Sofia, Bulgaria to eat a burger. So far I have been quite satisfied or… in pain

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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So this burger is called The Last Meal but I don’t think it would be my last burger of the year. It was a tasty burger but the main reason I’m giving it a 6 was the not so well executed recipe

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The burger had:

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The beef as mentioned before is the weakest part of the Boom! Burgers franchise. The meat is good quality and it was one of the times when you could balance its taste even with the delicious crispy bacon. Non the less it is a bit bland and some more flavour can improve the overall balance of the burger

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Please put bigger slices of cheese, on the good bites you could feel it and it was complimenting the rest of the ingredients in other cases it wasn’t really there. A more mature cheddar might be a better choice

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I love the combination between jalapenos and the gherkins ( put a bit more, you can never go wrong with relish ingredients on a burger ).

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I am a bit disappointed with the baked garlic since I couldn’t feel it, not sure if it was there at all. Don’t put ingredients in the burger only for their sake of them if they can’t be tasted on balanced out.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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As usual Boom! Burgers have a great selection of craft ales and interesting beers to compliment your burger experience.

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Choice of beer: White Stork

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The fries as usual were amazing. They always remind me of the fries grandma used to make.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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A good burger place with rotating burgers and ales. There is always a guarantee for a new experience

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A heavy meal

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Honest burgers so far is one of my favourite chains so I decided to take my girlfriend to taste the new burger of the month and maybe try something new.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I would say Chimichurri is one of the more quirky and interesting burgers I’ve tried in the Honest burger chain. It had a very atypical taste that really made the experience more interesting.

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The burger had:

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As usual lets start with the meat. It is high quality and tasty however the chimichurri and the relish are so strong they really mask the beef flavor and as you know I’m a fan of balance. I want each bite to be a full experience. That said the Chorizo Relish was amazing very tasty and it went great with the chimichurri but both had such and intense taste they masked the flavor of everything else.

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I love the slight spiciness of the burger coming from the chimichurri. It was there but it wasn’t killing any of you taste buds or ruining the experience. The mayo gave the burger even more juiciness but I can’t say the taste was there.

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The Malbec Onions were a great compliment to the Latin theme somehow and went really well with the intensity of the chorizzo relish and chimichurri

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Cheese was a good choice in the less South American flavored bites it could stick out but most of the time it wasn’t strong enough to make a difference and I would say either add more or don’t add cheese at all.

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And as most places these days the brioche bun is more of a place holder rather than a specific part of the recipe.

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Non the less the Chimichurrri is a great burger and I would advise to try it if its in rotation of your local Honest Burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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With this burger I any strong ale would suit it great. The burger is punchy in taste so you need something very flavorful to clear your pallet.

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I recommend: Fourpure Shape Shifter it is one of the best IPAs I’ve tried in a while it has a distinct taste and it goes great with the burger. I would go with this one with most of the burgers there.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7//10

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It is a standard burger joint. The rotating burgers and rotating ales does make a difference if you want to try new experiences once a month. As I’ve said the Honest Burger chain is the best from the larger gourmet burger chains.

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This one has a higher score mostly because of the burger and its unique flavour. It is not something you taste in every burger and it really plays with your taste buds

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Latin intensity

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So I was out on a food market exploration and suddenly I stumbled across a small burger stand that intrigued me – Ramen Burgers. And boy, was I happy to try something new with a twist. I’m glad that the burger managed to impress me and even though  I believe recipe can be improved and polished I bloody loved it.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7.5/10

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This is a very interesting burger. And when you look at it what you would expect is an east/south Asian twist to it and that is exactly what you get. At least that is the impression I got and if this is the direction that the Chef is going than oh boy the possibilities are limitless.

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The burger had:

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So as usual let us start with the meat in this beauty.

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The beef was tasty but you could barely appreciate it since most of its taste is masked by the strong pulled pork. The pulled pork wasn’t anything special, was quite good and the sauce was very sweet which also contributed to the balance of the burger negatively. Non the less it was tasty experience that required more taste tuning.

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Let’s talk about the main feature of this burger… the ramen bun. I love it. A great idea and very well executed. It is slightly crunchy yet soft it really gives you that stir fry feel and is something very original so I’m loving it. For some, it maybe to greasy but I’m not running away from a heart attack so I don’t mind it.

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Cheese. No. Remove it. Couldn’t taste it, you don’t need it unless you find a specific taste to fit that “Asian” style burger and I doubt it. I don’t like when the cheese is there just for the sake of  calling it a burger.

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The sauce was good slightly spicy but I would of went for more on the spicy side and less on the sweet one because the burger starts to feel a bit like a desert rather than savory food. If you make it slightly spicy and add some acidity to it you would reach a good balance and add a good balance IMO.

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The diced lettuce was great but the one thing I was missing to make it better were spring onions. Non the less the greens were there and you could feel the crunch and taste so I can’t complain about it.

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All and all a very good burger. It has the right idea and a good execution but an improved recipe would move higher on the scale for me.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 3/10

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The problem with this place is that it’s an obscure stand with a simple sign that doesn’t bring a lot of attention. They had some fries but I didn’t try them because I was stuffed so take this with a grain of salt.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8//10

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Yes it is a burger in a ramen bun, it is interesting. I would of given it 10/10 if the recipe was diving more into the Asian influence. The burger can be improved by adding some spring onions, fixing up the sweet chili sauce and removing the cheese. I have a shredded roasted duck with a plum sauce in mind… hmm…

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An Asian twist

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Boom! Burgers is one of the better places in Sofia for burgers. I’m yet to try others

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So I was back home for a weekend and went with my spicy loving girlfriend to Boom! Burgers to show her a good burger place in Sofia and to review a new burger. As we both glanced at the spicy burger she managed to convince me I want it WITHOUT me fully looking into the recipe. Boy, was I for a surprise… I had to sign a declaration… yes I said I won’t sue the burger joint for any damages from the food. Please show that declaration on order not on delivery of the burger it got me scared shitless.

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I need to point that I’m not a

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10

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So this burger is all about the experience and not about the taste. The only taste you get is within the first 2 seconds after your first bit and that is it. After that it is panic and adrenalin rush.

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The burger had:

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The beef as mentioned before is the weakest part of the Boom! Burgers franchise even when trying only the meat it was plain. But I can’t blame them for this one it is very obvious you ain’t tasting anything.

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Cheese doesn’t matter it is being lost so are the other ingredients.

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The burger smelled of spicy and the one thing that I could feel with it was the sweetness from the honey and rum but after that it was only pain and heat so I can’t really say more. I have to say the chilli was tasty in the beginning but as it was overwhelming only the spice was left to burn your pallet

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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The place has great selection of beers and ales that also rotate. However, for this case, I wouldn’t order anything but milk… DON’T GET WATTER.

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The fries as usual were amazing. They always remind me of the fries grandma used to make.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 10//10

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Let’s face it this burger is all about the experience. It doesn’t taste nice but how many times do you sign a declaration before eating a burger?

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F*cking Hot

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The first 10/10 !!!

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Bread Meats Bread is the first really good gourmet burger place that I visited that kind of inspired my passion for burgers. I’ve visited it multiple times and I’ve tried most of the menu but not recently enough to review it. Last month I had the chance of going to Glasgow and eating at their burger joint in the centre and it didn’t disappoint

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Price: £10.00

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 10/10

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These are top notch local and fresh ingredients which really helps for the great taste.

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The burger had:

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I don’t even know where to start. As a beginning this is one of the most interesting burgers I’ve tried in terms of taste and ingredients and somehow they’ve managed to balance the taste of the burger perfectly.

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Let’s start with the meat. This is one of the few times where you can intensely taste the different meats in a burger. Normally one of the taste overwhelms the other but in this case you can really feel the great beef patty (Go Scottish beef) and the melting pulled lamb. They are both strong taste but they manage to compliment each other so great.

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This is a very saucy burger, just how I like them (I know this boat is not for everyone ). As a first impression it is the cucumber feta salad which compliments the lamb taste so well (I do believe there is a bit of yogurt as well but I’m not sure). These two tastes are both strong and fresh and you can find this combination in Middle Eastern/Mediterranean cuisine.

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Talking about middles eastern the pomegranate sauce is great and you get that sweet tangy feel from it which is complimented by the peppadews. And to finish that slight spiciness there is the harissa mayo.

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Hands down this is the best burger I’ve tried exactly because of that taste explosion, balance and every bite counts

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Now the only nit picking is the fact that the brioche gets too soggy from all the sauces, maybe it should be toasted a bit. And the burger is difficult to eat even for me. and I’m a pretty large lad.

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Non the less I do believe the Lamborghini deserves a top spot as a burger.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Bread Meats Bread looks and feel like a very regular gourmet burger joint. However it isn’t only the burgers that are delicious but also the fries and the amazing variance of Canadian style poutines. I believe BMB is one of the best places to get stuffed.

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They also have a decent selection of beers and ales with rotating ones.

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Beer of choice: Caesar Augustus

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The beer is really nice it is a lager/IPA mix. It has that bitterness but it is very light which goes well with this heavy burger.

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All and all a great selection of sides, beers, milkshakes and burgers. What more can you want?

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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I would certainly say that Bread Meats Bread have among the quirkiest burger recipes  that actually taste amazing. There wasn’t anything too crazy going on but trust me, it can get quirkier, check my Doughnut burger review.

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An explosive balance

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I haven’t been to Blues Kitchen before. I went there for a gig and dinner to be pleasantly surprised that they have burgers they are proud of and a rotating burger of the month menu. This of course meant a burger in my belly and a review for you. Sadly as I’m writing this review few weeks after, the burger is no longer accessible but I hope it rotates back so you can try it and I hope you get a general idea of the venue.

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Price: £14.00

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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Some how BBQ makes everything great but can it be too great?

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The burger had:

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I’m a sucker for good meat and cheese that fits it. The amazing taste of the BBQ pork ribs, the way they melted in your mouth, the strong typical BBQ flavour and the intensity of the blue cheese was delicious. I loved every single bite of that combination

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But…

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Although the taste was amazing I’m very specific about the balance of taste. If you say that something is in the recepie I better feel its taste and effect. And sadly I can’t really say that about the aged beef patty. Even though aged I couldn’t feel any of the beef flavour. It was simply extra meaty and the flavour of the BBQ ribs was overshadowing any other present taste. On the other hand that extra BBQ flavour had more content to spread on and compliment.

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Another part of the burger that I found unsatisfying were the onion rings. I’m yet to taste onion rings that enchance a burger. Don’t get me wrong, they don’t make it worse by any means but they feel much more like a filler. This was the case with these onion rings. Yes they were there, yes they had a tasty batter on their own, but as typical of onion rings the taste of the onion is almost abolished. Next time make the batter more funky, fry it and put it in the burger and put grilled onions with it.

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Mayo is a great sauce for any burger and I can’t complain that it didn’t suit the burger. But when the mayo is being branded as “bourbon mayo” I expect to get a slight whiff of it. It was more of a marketing thing than part of the recipe.

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Last but not least the bun. As few times as they are I think the bun was part of the recipe this time (even though it was not put on the menu) simply because the sesame seeds compliment the entire BBQ taste very well.

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All and all it was a very tasty experience with a lot of marketing stunts. I believe with a bit more plausible recipe and better execution, this burger can go for the 10.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Blues Kitchen has a pretty amazing atmosphere I must say, especially for dinner. You get that cosy, leathery, cool looking environment. Great decor and live music which I believe is the most impactful part. They had a good selection of beers and the fries were quite nice, although there wasn’t anything spectacular.

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Beer of choice: Sierra Nevada

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For a sweet and meaty burger like this, I would go for the Sierra Nevada pale ale. It compliments the BBQ taste with its caramel notes yet the bitterness, in the end, is perfect to prepare you for your next bite.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6//10

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Live blues music while enjoying a well-cooked BBQ meat in your burger, from a place popular with its BBQ, you don’t get that everywhere. I’m deffientley comming back to try some of their other burgers.

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BBBQ makes everything taste better.

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I’ve been to Gourmet Burger Kitchen before but that was long ago before I started my quest for the best burgers. GBK has always been a nice venue and a nice burger place but I haven’t really compared it before to other great burgers so here it is. An interesting experience corrected by a great service. This is the second burger I tried when I was there

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Price: £8.15

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6.5/10

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This was a classic burger and I do believe ordering a burger like this is one of the easiest way to rate the general quality of a burger house. That said I cannot say I was utterly impressed with the quality but it was still a decent burger

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The burger had:

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Let’s start with the beef patty. Same as the last burger I had in GBK I found the flavour to be lacking. It was neither very well seasoned nor was the meat quality very high, it didn’t have that prominent burger taste that you would expect that I’ve tasted in Scottish burger joints or other places in London. Still better than your average burger.

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Another issue I had with it was the salad part of the burger. The tomato wasn’t tasty it was a bit plasticky and you couldn’t really sense its presence. I am definetley spoiled with the taste of good quality tomatoes from back home (Bulgaria) and I know how well a nice tomato can compliment a beef patty. Sadly this wasn’t the case.

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The lettuce had a very strong flavour and due to the lack of punch from the other ingredients like the beef or tomato it was quite prominent.

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The buns were good however not toasted enough to enchance the sesame seed taste. Like many places the bun felt more like ingredients holder rather than part of the recipie.

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Now lets cover the good parts.

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The cheese complimented the burger perfectly. You could definetley feel it and it blended well with the rest of the burger and its balance of flavours. This was certainly a big win for me since I’m a huge fan of good cheese on my patty.

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Another good part of the burger was the inhouse mayo. It was flavourful it added to the juciness of the burger and it complimented the ingredients. A good mayo is always a joy to have. It also went perfectly with the fries.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Gourmet Burger Kitchen is a very good join that has a good selection of sides and beverages. The place looks nice and the service is great. The fries were amazing they reminded me for fries made by grandma which always spawns good feelings.

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Beer of choice: San Miguel

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For classic burgers I do love the taste of a classic lagger. And a personal choice of mine is San Miguel due to it’s typical lagger flavour but not overwhelming bitterness. It just goes down well with a classic burger.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 2/10

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GBK was a good experience but nothing too quirky I would say. This burger was too classic and it didn’t shine too much.

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A simple classic that can be better

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I’ve been to Gourmet Burger Kitchen before but that was long ago before I started my quest for the best burgers. GBK has always been a nice venue and a nice burger place but I haven’t really compared it before to other great burgers so here it is. An interesting experience corrected by a great service

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Price: £9.95

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 4/10 (7/10)

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Maybe you are wondering why is there a double score for this burger and there is a very good explanation. The normal score is for the original recipe but since I found it waaaay to salty I asked for a switch and the waiter and chef were kind enough to remove the jerk rub which was adding to that level of saltiness. The original recipe should have a note

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The burger had:

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So the original recipe I found horrible. The jerk rub was so salty it overwhelmed all other tastes except for the spicy jalapeno relish. The first bite was bearable but the second one made the salt taste so strong it became bitter. Hence I asked why is the burger so spicy and the chef was kind enough to make a new burger without the jerk rub.

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So let’s talk about the modified recipe that I got served later.

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They still had a tiny bit from the jerk rub but it wasn’t as overwhelming but sadly I don’t think it seasoned the patty enough so it felt a bit plain ( I know I modified the recipe). Comparing it to most of the Scottish beef I’ve had or African Volcano’s one it was simply not as great. By no means was it bad it was simply not what I would want from a great burger.

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The burger was overall juicy which as you all know I love. There were plenty of sauces that made your mouth water and combined tastes in an intriguing way.

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I think one of the great parts was the mango slaw combined with the jalapeno relish. The combination of sweet, sour and spicy was great it really balanced itself out and gave that very specific taste to the burger. Maybe with a better balance of the jerk rub, it could have been a great burger with a proper taste exploding experience.

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The great of the burger was also its fall since the taste from the sauces surpassed and hid the flavour of the meat, cheese and bun. As you know I’m a sucker for a good cheese on a burger especially when it compliments the burger perfectly. I managed to grab one very cheesy bite that was great where you could feel all the ingredients including the smoked applewood cheese, however, this wasn’t the case for the entire burger. What I would say is maybe double the amount so the flavour of the cheese can balance with the sauces provided.

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After falling in love with the BabaG’s buns where their taste coming from the seeds complimented the entire experience I have to say I’m a bit disappointed with the sesame bun. Maybe if it was grilled a bit beforehand the taste can be increased and more prominent.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 6/10

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Gourmet Burger Kitchen is a very good join that has a good selection of sides and beverages. The place looks nice and the service is great. The fries were amazing they reminded me for fries made by grandma which always spawns good feelings.

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Ale of choice: Brewdog Punk IPA

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For this burger the choice I would say a hoppy ale that can clear your pallet and prepare your palette for the next bite is a good choice. But you don’t want something overwhelming that will punish the taste of the burger. Something like Brewdog Punk IPA would be a great choice since it won’t overwhelm the taste of the burger but will add to the experience in my opinion.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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GBK was a good experience but nothing too quirky I would say. The burger was the more pivotal point in this case since I haven’t seen these tastes combined anywhere else and I do believe it is a great recipe with a bad execution

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A salty, spicy and sweet choice

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Baba G’s is located in a great area in London City close to Broadgate Circle. It is a burger joint I highly recommend especially considering this is The Best Lamb Burger in London in my opinion.

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Price: £8

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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The burger had:

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Hands down The Best Lamb Burger in London that I’ve tried. The Indian twist is executed perfectly and it is mouth watering. I didn’t think I would enjoy it as much but the explosion of tastes from all the spices is amazing. It is very well balanced and a must try for any burger fan.

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Let’s start with the patties. That lamb is amazing but honestly, I don’t think it is the meat, it is all the spices and ingredients like peppers and onions mixed and grilled with it that give it that spectacular flavour that make them the centrepiece of the burger. My only comment is that similar to other Indian cuisines, the taste of the meat is hidden behind all the spices and a part of me wonders if the taste won’t be better with a meatier patty and higher quality lamb.

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I don’t know what it is but the burger sauce is striking a perfect balance with the meat and all the flavours. It still amazes me how can you put so many spices and manage to balance them so well.

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The Bhaji onions are well hidden behind their Indian preparation. They help finish that typical burger taste yet all the herbs and spices they are prepared to mask the strong onion flavour. The texture is also great it reminds of potatoes so does the taste at times and it really plays tricks on your pallet.

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The Naga sauce is spicy but very tasty it is in no way masking flavours or numbing tastes which I love. None the less it may be still spicy for some people so keep in mind.

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Last but not least the bun… One of the best buns I’ve had that compliments the burger so well. It is not only a placeholder but part of the burger. The seeds can be tasted through the bite and they compliment the entire burger.

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Amazing burger that has the only downside of not feeling as a burger just because the taste experience is so atypical. Non the less I believe it is a must try!

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The burger joint is at a great location. It is a small shack serving great burgers and the fries are pretty good. Although to be honest it is the sauces that come with them that make them great. Fries are definitely something that can be improved.

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Beverage: Beaver Town’s Gamma Ray

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For this burger, I would recommend the “Gamma Ray” pale ale. It is clearing the pallet perfectly for the next bite although I think a hoppier ale would go even better.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 9/10

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In terms of quirkiness it is as good as it gets. All the burgers have an Asian twist and the experience is a must try.
\nI’m pretty amazed how they managed to put typical spices and favours from the eastern part of the world into a food that is so western in its origin. I would only say that because it is so strange your pallet may forget you are eating a burger and is one of the reasons it is not going for a 10/10.

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An Indian twist

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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The burger had:

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OK so overall I’m coming back for a burger. I would say this is the best burger joint in Sofia that I’ve tried so far. There is Street Chefs, however, their menu is stale and lately, the quality has been lower so I would say Boom! Burgers are my current favourites in the area.

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The burger was delicious but there was, in my opinion, obvious improvements to the recipe.

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The beef patty was nice but it was there for the meatiness and not the taste. There weren’t any spices to enhance its flavour so it ended up more on the plain side. The other part that I’m wondering is why you are using Irish beef in one of the countries with highest food quality in Europe. I would like to see a bit more of a Bulgarian take on the beef patty.

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The onions and tomato were amazing. If you have seen me criticize the taste of a tomato in a Burger it is because I’ve been comparing it to tastes like these. Vegetables here on the Balkans are simply better and they taste lovely.

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I would say one of the bigger downfalls of the burger is the choice of the chutney. It wasn’t bad but in my opinion, a red onion chutney would have added the same level of sweetness but balance itself out much better with the blue cheese and the beef patty.

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The final “beef” (get it ) I have with the burger would be the cheese. Not that it was bad but it had a very strong aftertaste that wasn’t really smoothing out or balancing the overall flavour when you finish the bite. I would recommend something like the Blue Stilton Cheese. It packs a lot of flavours but it is less punchy and very smooth.

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The bourbon mayo was nice although I would add a bit more bourbon to it to enhance the southern taste.

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All and all I loved the burger it was a step in the right direction.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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I think this is one of the best burger joints in Sofia and the reason for that is that they have rotating burgers. So every month you go there you can have a different experience and to add to that the fires were AMAZING, they were just like granny used to make them and had that taste which simply sent me down memory lane.

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In addition, they also have a great selection of beers to go with your burgers and even a recommendation list which I find useful although I don’t agree with it. For this burger, I would recommend the “White Stork” pale ale. It is amazing very well balanced beer who’s bitterness will complement the fairly sweet burger

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Beverage: White Stork

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For this burger, I would recommend the “White Stork” pale ale. It is amazing very well balanced beer who’s bitterness will complement the fairly sweet burger

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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In terms of quirkiness, I don’t think there is anything special. They are just doing what other good joints are doing in the world:
\nGood menu
\nRotating burgers
\nRotating beers

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I highly recommend it.

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A Bourbon Tasty

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger had:

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This was a pretty decent burger. Its centerpiece was the peanut butter and the grilled onions, both had great flavors which gave it its specific taste

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The beef patty sadly was a bit underwhelming wasn’t greatly spiced and was a bit bland. The meat itself could of been of a better quality but I can’t be too harsh.

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As you already know I’m a fan of the cheese however this one was simply there and didn’t add any flavor to the whole experience, either remove it or add something that is going to compliment the burger better. I would say that a smoked cheddar would of been a great addition to the recipe.

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Grilled onions were lovely – freshly grilled strong flavor but not overwhelming taste it struck a very good balance. It was a great compliment to the beef and I believe with few more spices in the patty the overall taste would of been on point

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Bacon was great. Soft yet crunchy on the edges, that is how I like it. I wish the apple wood aspect of it was felt more non the less it was a good addition and added well to the meatiness of the burger

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The peanut butter was certainly the centerpiece of the burger. It taste was very specific and nothing I’ve tried before, I’m sorry for all the people with nut allergies.
\nI’m not a peanut butter expert but a chunkier variant I believe would of been better to add some of that texture as well. I think the flavor was decently balanced and I was hoping for it to be the overwhelming after taste together with the hot sauce.
\nI would say it was almost there. The hot sauce really helped to balance it and add this spicy tingle in the end which was exciting. Sadly I can’t say the same about the mayo it was there only to make the burger juicer, maybe a siracha mayo might have been a better choice

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All and all a good burger and good experience.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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This was a stand during the Shake Your Patty burger and milkshake festival which was more of an amateur music festival that happen to had burgers. If this was what you are expecting, unlike me, you could of had a good time, I was a bit disappointing.

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Sadly during my time I didn’t have much time. I was one of the first to arrive and the only burger stand I could try was the Cheeky Burgers stand.

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Tried two burger sliders (was hoping to try many burgers around so that is why they weren’t full fledged burgers.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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I would say the quirkiness came from the festival environment, which wasn’t bad and the peanut butter. This is my first burger with peanut burger and I really like its accent in the ordeal. It gave that full nutty flavor which I haven’t experienced before and complimented the spicy sauce.

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A nutty experience

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Recipe excites you and execution brings you down. A decent burger that doesn’t live up to its ingredients

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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The burger had:

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I was so excited about this burger and so dissapointed in the end.

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Let’s start with the meat. I’ve had wagu beef, it is lovely it is one of the best experiences ever with meat. However, this one was NOT wagu or maybe it had traces of it and that is about it. The patty was definitely frozen prior to cooking and was way too dry. Flavour and spices were lacking and medium wasn’t really medium.

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The bites finished with the harsh taste of fresh onions which overwhelmed all others tastes sadly.

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I love blue cheese on burgers I think when you balance it, it is one of the better choices but this one was lacking, it wasn’t punchy it wasn’t bringing balance and it taste disappeared from your mouth in few seconds.

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And last but not least, the wasabi mayo… where was the wasabi seriously I’ve had stronger experiences with light mustards. I would have hoped for a wasabi sting to spice up the pallet.

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All and all it was a decent burger but the ingredients set the expectations too high.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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Small burger joint nothing too fancy. It had a collection of funny signs that really made the interior interesting but not much place to sit. Their chips, however, were quite delicious and the choice is plentiful.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 4/10

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I was expecting more especially from the burger with interesting meat and sauces sadly the execution was sub par.

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Great recipe with not so great execution.

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 8/10

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I’m back to in my honest opinion one of the best burger joints in London. The African Volcano on Maltby Street Market

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The burger had

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First I need to point out. The burger is served open, and then you close it and even a large lad like myself who is almost 2m struggles to take a full bite but once you get it (a very messy bite), it is worth it.

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There are several sauces used for this burger as for all the others which I think is the secret to their great flavour.

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Meat quality is great, simple as that.

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Something I would change for the burger is maybe the cheese and few of the veggies. The pork taste is great but overwhelms most of the other ingredients. Sauerkraut fits perfectly and so does the pickle but the cheese, greens and tomato are a bit lost among the strong pork flavour from the cracklings and the belly. I need to explore what would be a great cheese to go with pork that will compliment it well. Will get back to you on that one.

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All and all a great burger

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The African Volcano stand is a very gritty looking place. Nothing fancy it is actually the exact opposite. You have a great friendly staff, the chef that created the recipe is making the burger for you. You see how it is prepared and all the ingredients are in front of you. The burgers a very juicy and full of sauce hence that is why you get a wet napkin so you can clean yourself. You also get a towel you can hang around your neck exactly for that messy experience (loved it)

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You have drinks around the venue but a small choice at the stand itself and you don’t get any extras like fries or other sides. You pay for a tasty burger you get a tasty burger that is it.

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Still more burgers to try so I’m coming back!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 7/10

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I’ve already discussed in my previous post how much I love the market and the whole atmosphere.

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I think the burger here gets another point, I’ve never had such a  “porkish” experience. The layering of textures – cracklings, pork belly, pork patty creates this pleasant set of textures in your mouth.

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For all the pork lovers

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 9/10

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Last year I discovered this gem in central London. I just got addicted to gourmet burgers. The moment I tried the Dirty Secret I fell in love. Now that I’ve started this blog I had to come back and “re-evaluate” the burger… for science of course.

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The burger had

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As I’ve mentioned before I love saucy, messy burgers and the Dirty Secret is exactly that.
\nYou have the secret sauce, the juices from the pulled pork, sauerkraut and the juicy beef burger patty. You will be messy in the end of it.
\nThe pulled pork is brilliant it is exactly what you would want – soft, full of flavour, fresh pork. It compliments the delicious beef patty. The secret to the patty is the sauce they grill it with.  The secret sauce is the masterpiece which combines everything and adds that special taste to the burger. It is mildly spicy (you have different levels of it but I’m a gentle soul) and it really compliments all the ingredients. Everything combined creates a symphony in your mouth.
\nWhat I was amazed is that you can still feel the emmenthaler cheese among all the meat and sauces, however, I would still put a bit more just to enhance its flavour.

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Sauerkraut and pickles are pushing the flavour in a different direction and I love it. You do get a balance of all tastes and part of the secret is the fact that they soak the bun with the sauce from the sauerkraut.

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The reason the burger is 9/10 and not a 10/10 I would say is the tomato and the bun. As a person who grew up in Bulgaria with amazingly tasting tomatoes, I always tend to loose their taste in most of the burgers I’ve tried. I do realise we are in London and getting such ingredient would be difficult but that would be an aspect of the burger I would improve.
\nI’ve had burgers with homemade brioche buns and it really tends to add to the structure and taste of the dish and sadly this is missing (I understand why). The patty is a bit small for all the things on the burger. It can certainly be improved maybe by putting it on the grill, getting that chargrilled flavour from the bread does marvel to the taste buds.

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All and all I love this burger, I love this place and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good experience in London. Good job Grant Hawthorne

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 5/10

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The African Volcano stand is a very gritty looking place. Nothing fancy it is actually the exact opposite. You have a great friendly staff, the chef that created the recipe is making the burger for you. You see how it is prepared and all the ingredients are in front of you. The burgers a very juicy and full of sauce hence that is why you get a wet napkin so you can clean yourself. You also get a towel you can hang around your neck exactly for that messy experience (loved it)

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You have drinks around the venue but a small choice at the stand itself and you don’t get any extras like fries or other sides. You pay for a tasty burger you get a tasty burger that is it.

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There are other burgers on the menu from which I’ve tried only one but I’m definitely going back to try them all. Looking forward to it.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Malby Street market is a great place to visit over the weekend. The entire experience is worthwhile even though you don’t get the commodity of comfy chairs. At African Volcano’s stand get to interact with the staff, observe how your burger is made. You can even make it yourself back at home but you need to buy the secret sauce. I personally love the sauce and you can use it for other BBQ preparations.

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Instagram

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So far the best burger in London IMO

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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Last time I went to Honest Burgers I had the Deli burger which was a special then. I really really liked so decided to come back and give this one a try.

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The burger had

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It was good. As some of you may know I like saucy/soggy burgers and this one was missing on that. I would have preferred more ketchup or even a bit of mustard on that one.
\nThe meat was very well seasoned, very well made and the cajun spice fitted perfectly. I’m a fan of bacon but not the crispy American style one, so I was quite happy with this one, it really added a good balance to the beef taste.
\nYou could definitely feel the pickles and the ketchup (kind of reminded of McDonald’s) . The other problem for me was the cheese, you couldn’t feel it. It was there so you can say that there was cheese but all the other tastes were much stronger than it and completely overwhelmed it. I really like to have a punchy well-balanced cheese on my burger or not have any at all… don’t tease me.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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So Honest Burgers is a pretty regular looking burger joint. There aren’t many drinks choices but service is great and quick. One thing that kicks ass are the rosemary fries, you get them for free with your burger and they are a very good pallet refresher.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 3/10

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A standard burger joint. There are rotating specials but this time it was nothing fancy or interesting.

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An alright burger

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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The burger was the first “weirdo” I decided to try and it hit that strange note.

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What we have is:
\n– Glazed Donut
\n– Crispy Caramelized Onions
\n– Bacon
\n– Pickles
\n– Beef Patty
\n– Cheddar

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Now I need to say that I can’t find the exact recipe and I can’t find it online so I might be missing something. None the less I still remember the first bite.

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As you might expect it is very sweet and the onions and bacon partner so well with the glazed doughnut.
\nThe beef patty was there but it was more for the meaty taste rather than contributing on its own in any way.
\nThe pickles were an interesting addition because they were trying to create that confusion in your mouth and it was working very well. If only the cheese could have partnered so well, but honestly I can’t think of a cheese to either balance or complement the taste perfectly.

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All and all it was a very strange burger, It was delicious but not something you would eat every day.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Bread Meats Bread is a great place. It is the burger joint that addicted me to gourmet burgers. Choice of burgers is big, the fries and poutine are like crack and there is a good choice of drinks. Overall I love the place.

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If it moved away from Scotland where you have regulations about how you prepare beef I think it can get even better results.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 8/10

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OK, so we are talking about a burger in a glazed doughnut, quirkiness is there. But I’ve heard and seen  (not yet tried) about even quirkier ones so I’m going to give it an 8/10 in that department. Honestly, I was expecting more shock in my mouth but the balance was definitely there which reduced the quirkiness level and increased the “I may have that again” level.

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Instagram

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Wierd but a must try

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 6/10

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As I’ve said before, this is to me is McDonalds on steroids. You have a lot to choose from which is nice but the ingredients themselves are not great.

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The burger I went with was with lettuce, jalapenos, pickles, tomato, bbq sauce and mustard. The problem is there isn’t anyone to control the “taste” of it. So I ended up with jalapenos that were killing the taste of everything else.

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The cheese is very basic, you don’t get that creamy punch from it compared to other burger places I’ve been to.

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 7/10

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Fast food place with free peanuts and a good selection of soft drinks, you can’t really complain. The decor and service are what you expect. But it is bloody expensive for what Five Guys offers.

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I have to admit that Five Guys have great fries!

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 5/10

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You can have everything… all the toppings… all the sauces. Nothing special, not bad either it is just that they are all standard burger toppings. The free peanuts that you have to break yourself are definitely and interesting part tot the whole experience especially when you are starving and you can’t wait to eat something.

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Instagram

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McDonalds on steroids

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How tasty is the Motherf*#$&r? – 7/10

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I’ve been to Street Chefs before in Bulgaria, it is one of the more renowned places in Sofia and it serves very good burgers. It was time to try something else than the chef’s special

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This was a burger with a very “fresh” taste because of all the greens and tomatoes and pesto. It was certainly different from what I’ve tried before.
\nThe sauce or rather combination of them was very unique, it kind of gave it this Italian vibe and added freshness to it especially combined with the arugula. This is a burger that you would have in the summer. The combination of ingredients definitely gave it a light feel.
\nI love slightly burned brioche it adds this additional tastes of charcoal that goes very well with any meat and bread. However, the bread was not the freshest it was a bit dry on the inside which ruined the experience a bit.
\nFor a second time, I’m struggling to like the beef patty at this place. Don’t get me wrong it is not bad but it isn’t the centrepiece of the burger. It lacks seasoning and it is a bit plain. I also would argue that medium shouldn’t have raw meat in the middle.
\nGorgonzola was nice and it went well with the salad part but if the beef patty was more exciting it was going to loose its punch. Maybe that is what they were going for?

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Burger joint venue and overall experience? – 4/10

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It is a street style caravan, the service is good but you lack that enthusiastic spark from the burger chefs who are also at the counter.

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Quirkiness level of the experience? – 6/10

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Caravan in the middle of town with a nice place to sit open a beer and smoke but nothing special. However, I’ve never tried a burger like that before so I’m going to give credit for that. That “salad” feel to the burger was interesting and different to the standard lettuce/tomato/pickle you taste on most burgers.

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Instagram

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A “fresh” burger

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