Serious Eats: SAKSc's Profile

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My arteries are slamming shut just looking at the pictures!! This burger would need to be way past ordinary in my view to merit such an indulgence.

SAKSc at 4:11PM on 07/13/11

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Los Angeles: Burger Week at The Oinkster Was a Tasty Homage

What a great and creative effort on the Oinkster's part. The daily specials could provide a really fun excuse to indulge all week!! Imagining that weekend "$25.00 Burger" is kinda making me crazy!

SAKSc at 1:22PM on 06/15/11

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Los Angeles: Burger Stand Bland at Corner Cottage

Congrats to all on TOP 25 !
This burger has teeth in it (middle pic) and yet no meat!

SAKSc at 5:24PM on 06/08/11

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Los Angeles: A Bland Burger at Bottega Louie

I have really enjoyed my two ventures to Bottega Louie, once for dinner and once for lunch--a wonderful space and lovely, not-fussy food beautifully presented. I would have expected better and been very disappointed with the burger you describe. I hope they get the message..a great burger is definitive!

SAKSc at 12:27AM on 05/12/11

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Buffalo, NY: Burgers, Beers, and T-Shirts at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery

I agree that this is a fun place all around- my burger was delicious, and my tee shirt great gym attire!

SAKSc at 10:56PM on 04/27/11

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Los Angeles: Grinding It Out in the Shadow of Greatness at Phil's Deli & Grill

It appears to be white and crunchy as opposed to green and leafy....not so great in my book either.

SAKSc at 8:12PM on 04/20/11

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Los Angeles: Charlie's Cheeseburger Is Truly Winning

yum....the real thing! I love a literary hamburger review. Thanks, Damon.

SAKSc at 4:22PM on 04/13/11

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Los Angeles: More Money, More Burger Problems at The Blvd

what a disappointment that the chef had to rationalize that price with all the excess!! always enjoy the post, damon.

SAKSc at 10:26PM on 04/06/11

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Los Angeles: Affordable Quality at Rounds Premium Burgers

Some burger lovers must actually like brioche buns on their burgers, though I have to wonder where these people are! (Yet the pics are certainly lovely.)

SAKSc at 6:23PM on 03/30/11

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Los Angeles: Aaarr! Tasty Pirate Burgers at Redwood Bar & Grill

Great pics--looks delicious!

SAKSc at 11:37PM on 03/23/11

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Los Angeles: Miss Peaches Soul Food Eatery Needs to Beef Up Its Burger

I no doubt would have sailed past the "about" typo, but shall point out how much I enjoyed the read--as usual! Wish I liked chicken and waffles.

SAKSc at 3:11PM on 02/23/11

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Los Angeles: Caveman Kitchen's Burger Needs to Evolve

I am going for the chicken here. I agree that a cheap burger doesn't have to be bad-- and obviously the pricey ones don't always measure up to the inherent expectation. Thanks, Damon, for the insight-- and a good read as well!

SAKSc at 2:30PM on 02/10/11

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Los Angeles: The Very Good R + D Kitchen Burger Would Be More With Less

The thinnish patty and homemade bun are right up my alley. I too would have been disappointed to find all those surprises on my otherwise choice burger. I would have preferred half of them! Nice to know this when deciding on such a pricey burger. Thanks, Damon.

SAKSc at 2:56PM on 02/02/11

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Los Angeles: A Nearly Great Burger at Waterloo & City

I will have to take your word on this one, Damon. Looks like brunch burger to me though the meat looks really tasty.

SAKSc at 10:03PM on 01/19/11

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Los Angeles: Delphine's Burger Needs Some Bun Work

nice looking spot and good pics--a shame about the bun..

SAKSc at 10:38PM on 01/12/11

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Los Angeles: Classic Drive-In Delight at Capitol Burgers

I would so drive out of my way for this burger. YUM.

SAKSc at 11:45PM on 12/15/10

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Los Angeles: BLD is a Good Restaurant with Burger Issues

I can imagine your burger disappointment--BLD is such a lovely spot and I have enjoyed other fare on a number of occasions.

SAKSc at 11:30AM on 12/09/10

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Los Angeles: The Limitation of Imitation at D-Town Burger Bar

Enjoyed the read, Damon. Hope you had a nice TG and perhaps turkey proved to be a welcome change after a ho-hum burger.

SAKSc at 7:33PM on 11/26/10

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The Near-Miss Sirloin Burger at Gram and Papa's in Los Angeles

I am thinking a burger review is just that-- a review, not necessarily an endorsement. And when a really good burger comes along I am there, having possibly avoided the disappointments. Thanks Damon for a fun read as well.

SAKSc at 9:15PM on 11/17/10

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Bryan Caswell's Beautiful Beef 'Sliders' at Reef in Houston, TX

I have visited Reef and Little Big's several times. This chef and his restaurant(s) are absolutely the best!!!!! Pure genius-- and the nicest guy around. So glad to see the review, Damon.

SAKSc at 8:13PM on 11/15/10

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