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Look at that sexy beast!

@Peirre - Not sure on this one. Any thoughts?

@Burger 365 - I think that's a pretty spot on description of the oven. The crust wasn't inadequate, but certainly not special either.

@texas blues - Indeed. I think it's a bit of a "healthy" burger gimmick with this spot.

@vavinco - Thanks for the rec... It's on the list!

@sdfishtaco - I think the oven gets pretty darn hot which means there is less time to get a good sear from the grill.

@ML - I need to carve out more time for these Phoenix spots!

@childog21 - BobbyQ sounds lowdown and good!

@kimGknits - Darn it! I was actually down that way one day. Next time. Juan sounds like a fun burger guy,

@Kat Robinson - I know! Yours sounded better.

@Rodzilla - Thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated!

@Burger365 - I didn't make it to Catalina Kitchen, but it sounds rather great from your description (even if over-the-top). I did have the burger at Nelson's. I'll do that write up down the road so I'll hold off on weighing in here. One thing you can say about every place at Terranea is that the view is fantastic.

@Amandarama - Yes, will get back there and do a regular review soon.

@timberbarrack - That's what I was thinking when I was ordering this mess.

@Kanger - Fajita pita works? I'm surprised!

@meleyna - All right, two votes for the pita. I'm starting to believe.

@rah62 - I know - I often wonder if these posts get seen by those folks.Hey fast food bigwigs, if you;re listening, I'm available as a burger consultant!

@etirv - Agreed! Way too sweet.

@ALRUI - Class action!

@texas blues - Ha! The best of the pun list!

@DCSmith - I actually have heard those tacos are latenight, drunken manna.

@coody - Ok, next up to bat is BK!

@Lilla - Added the info above as well: Horseradish Honey Mustard and Spiced Aioli!

@LosAngeles - feel free to email me at: seriouslydamon@gmail.com

@Burger365 - Indeed. It's an awesome grind. Wish more chefs took this route.

@Farley Elliot - Oh, I am a sucker for a pretzel in any form.

@texas blues - these guys deliver on the promise of their good looks!

@SinoSoul - Yes to all three!

@sdfishtaco - No brussel sprouts? Even with bacon? : )

@millions - I'll definitely make the trip across town again!

@Swervo - So glad to hear you liked the CT burger. It's a winner... but I'm a sucker for the pretzel and that pub cheese. Thanks for the comment!

@Rodzilla - I have to be bland and straddle the fence on this one. I see this presentation enough that it's definitely fair to call it a trend (I even saw it at House of Pies a few weeks back), but not one that offends me much. Like @monopod mentioned, I don't think it's a huge factor with losing juice (though it certainly can't help). That said, if I had my druthers, then I'm with @Burger365 and @sdfishtaco - I say don't stab my burger!

@Lara Bowman - Agreed. In fact, I could be happy with just a tub of that pub cheese, a pretzel, and a beer is just about perfect.

@Burger365 - Love the intel! I tried a few burgers in the area, but missed out on Zooker's - will definitely head back!

@rfmarotti - Totally agreed. It's Central Coast -that's why I called it "Central California." The link there is to give people the info that it's very close to one of major agricultural centers in the United States when it comes to lettuce, tomatoes, etc. Fresh is what I expect from the region.

@Burger365 - I'll be in SB over the next few weekends. We can do a Serous Eats Burger Meet Up at Boathouse. Also - I'll definitely check out Quakenbush Cafe while I'm up there.

@HerbyN - Thanks HN! LA misses you!

@DavidPD - Thanks so much! Your right on about the challah. As for the tomato... I'm coming to think it might be the one classic topping that is out of place on a burger.

@charmie777 - We need to get the SE group together again! Burgers for sure!