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'Food Network Magazine' Lists the Best Burgers in the Country
While I concur with the consensus here that this list needs to be revised I went out last weekend to try the original Frita Burger at El Rey De Las Fritas anyway.
The Frita burger is really good and quite interesting being made with beef and chorizo topped with fried potatoes and onions on cuban bread. If you are a Floridian or just a tourist, make your way to little Havana and try the Frita burger. I was happy I did.
But I still slate Le Tub #1.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Definitely a great burger.
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A New York-ish Burger at The Bowery in Hollywood
Get the mussels next time. They are really good.
'Food Network Magazine' Lists the Best Burgers in the Country
While I concur with the consensus here that this list needs to be revised I went out last weekend to try the original Frita Burger at El Rey De Las Fritas anyway.
The Frita burger is really good and quite interesting being made with beef and chorizo topped with fried potatoes and onions on cuban bread. If you are a Floridian or just a tourist, make your way to little Havana and try the Frita burger. I was happy I did.
But I still slate Le Tub #1.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Definitely a great burger.
Any Good New York Style Pizza in Miami?
Mauro Pizza [by the Slice] in Hollywood.
It's a little bit north of Miami, but there is a great beer bar next door called PRL that you can hit at the same time.
Burger King Burger Shots
Inline with phauxtoe's comment to Adam: "You guys do an outrageous Job! I love your site." ...DITTO
AHT brings much joy to my life as well. Due to my infatuation with the blog I have spiked the curiosity of some of my non-culinary interested and non-hamburger fanatic friends to take more interest in my mission to find the tastiest burgers.
Unfortunately, my job has had me so busy the last 2+ months that I only take a break to scan through AHT every week or so. But I can say that since I have been on the road over this same duration in Louisville, KY, I have eaten burgers at Kaelin's, Jack Fry's, Proof on Main (bison burger), and 301 Bistro. Each of which has it's own story for another day.
Everywhere else I dine at seems to have a well described burger on their menu, but I try to limit myself to one a week. Any suggestions to streamline my efforts would be appreciated.
New York Post Slams City's Beloved Burgers; New York Times Disses Cheeseburger Spring Rolls
Shake Shack got a quick glimpse tonight on Law & Order: Criminal Intent on the USA Network...I'm talking about an extremely quick glimpse. The episode actually guest stars Neil Patrick Harris. The scene I am referencing is at a Shake Shack green table and then a moving shot focused at the end of the silver hangover roof at the burger pickup area showing the word "SHAKE". No clear identification, but I'm certain it was SS. I'm not sure if it's a re-run or not.
Just thought I'd highlight the Shake Shack on TV. The episode is called "Want": http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0629600/
Dear AHT: The All-In Burger at Red Hot & Blue in Dallas, Texas
Kirk, Thanks for the tips. I work from home and our company office is out in Dallas. I have been trying to make a short list of places near Irving/DTW area to hit when I'm there and this one looks great.
Hundred Acres Aspires to Fancy-Pants Burger Greatness
I can't help but comment the same thing...I am so hungry looking at this post. GREAT PIX!
Burger King Employee Takes Bubble Bath in Store Sink
Complete idiot...Obviously planned out. He apparently needs some serious attention. Too bad no one called the cops while he was washing up...That would have been a much better video.
Rachael Ray's Burger Bash Competitors Revealed
I was wondering the same thing..being a south Floridian. I just figured it out. The deal is that this is for the New York Food & Wine Festival (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/08/prweb1200644.htm). The South Beach Food & Wine Festival (http://www.sobewineandfoodfest.com/2008/tickets.php) is in February, where Radius won last year. I wasn't aware that Rachel Ray hosts both...now I know. (...and knowing is half the battle.)
'The Devil's Food Dictionary' Definition of Hamburger
lifestyle...I love it.
Alan Richman's Top Five New York Burgers
If Shake Shack is #1 and Meridien is #4, I don't have to go back to big apple for a while. I love to read anyone's list and like the story telling, but I think we need a re-count...Alan?
Hamburger America: Joe's Cable Car
Great to see slices of HAMBURGER AMERICA... I picked up (the must have) book about a week and a half ago and funny enough I read this excerpt earlier today. Yeah, Yeah. I know. I should be much farther in by now…I’m savoring it.
So what about the price @ Joe’s! You get what you pay for these days. I haven't been to Joe's yet, but can't wait 'til the day. My recent travels have brought me to quite a few joints though. Radius in Boston, $17, and I will say mighty tasty. The copper pot of fries really did it for those of us into presentation. And the horseradish really added to the burger. Definitely a thumbs up for me. Last Friday I tried to do 3 burger stops in NYC while on route to Shea. I finished 2 and a half and was quite disappointed. Shake Shack lived up to the rep except for the dweebs in front of me who ordered 30+ for their entire floor at work. brgr sucked. The bar stool chairs were rad. But I'll never be back. And Corner Bistro was a letdown. Cheap beer, but I won't become a patron anytime soon.
Sorry for the ramble...but it is a blog site. Anyway, back to the price thing. Every time I go to Le Tub I always spend over 40 for my part of the check. But that definitely has something to do with the wait and the need to continue to quench my thirst with cans of beer.
Moral to the story = cry to someone else about your wallet...you'll get no love here.
Did Robb Walsh Find the Best Burger in Texas?
You people are why I love A Hamburger Today. I was so hungry when I first saw that luscious blue basket.
My friends and family have appreciation, but not the deep rooted passion I find here. The only mistake I've made on my burger endeavors has been not to take pictures to share the wealth.
Ad for Burger Cooker
Contrary to the Grub Street author's rips, I like this CL post, but I guess they did too? ...Or did they. I haven't had the privilege of partaking in my favorite carnivorous habit at any of the 3 spots noted, but if you're from the area and serious about burgers...and want this job, you should know. As for the degree comments, I see nothing wrong with being educated, sanitary, and understanding proper food presentation. Of course you don't need a degree to satisfy any of these examples, but, that'll be your case to argue when submitting your own resume. Whether you agree with me and NETFLIXNEWYORK or the original Grub Street writer, it's an authentic Craigslist post and the reason the site works. Great find Adam!
Iron Man's Tony Stark Is a Genius, But Not When It Comes to Burgers
Way to go on the Father's Office comment...
In New Brunswick, New Jersey, Stage Left Makes Burgers from Steak Scraps
Excellent Cheeseburger. One of the top 5 that I've eaten so far in my 29 years. The one catch when I was there, was that they would only serve/sell you a burger from the bar...as it is a nicer eatery.
Le Tub: Photographic Documentation
I dine at Le Tub every few months and have to say their sirloin cheeseburger is the real #1. I'll send in a few pics soon to show y'all the beautiful decor.
Somerville, Mass.: R. F. O'Sullivan & Son
...sounds like this Bostonian is frozen over from the recent snow. I do agree that they don't have the best burger ever, but Sullivan's is worth a stop.
Nowhere I've tried yet can touch Le Tub though...I'd say Father's Office and Stage Left have been the closest so far.
What's your opinion on Mr. Bartley's?
A New York-ish Burger at The Bowery in Hollywood
can you really take a burger served with an english muffin seriously?
'Food Network Magazine' Lists the Best Burgers in the Country
I want to give some more props to Terry's Turf Club in Cincinnati. Holy crap thats a great burger. I was there tonight with a keen eye on the cook. He went about his business perfectly. Great soft, griddled buns. Nice Moderately thin patties on a screaming hot griddle (Tommy told me it was 81/19 black agnus chuck). Flipped once. You can get all kinds of toppings, or just a slice of cheese. Great beer selection and atmosphere. Adam, you would love this place, they do not mess around.
'Food Network Magazine' Lists the Best Burgers in the Country
Oh yeah, Burger Joint... definitely the #8 or #9 burger in NYC. :(
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Wow Starsinger are you hating Dearborn enough? I hate it too. For reasons I really shouldn't go into as they might cause a fight. :)
Le Tub: Photographic Documentation
I'm on my way to Le Tub this weekend...(05-02-09) and will be stopping by to try the #1 burger in America.... I am not the least bit enthused.... I honestly can't see how a burger off the grill could even be considered in the category of "best burger" anywhere..... As any real burger aficionado knows, in order to get a true burger taste a burger must be no more than 8oz. and fried. I am a burger "purist" and as many of you like-minded thinkers would agree, if it isn't frying in its own fat (with some added butter) resulting in a perfectly browned crispy crust... it just ain't a burger......
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
I f*cking hate Dearborn (where I was born, grew up and fled at the first opportunity) but I do LOVE me some Miller's burgers. Whenever I have the misfortune of being back in "Dogbone," I stop at Miller's at least once and gorge on the demi-god of hamburgers. I have lived in what some (mostly natives) have called the hamburger capital of the world -- Southern California -- for going on twenty years, but none of the burgers out here can compare with a Miller's burger. It is the holy grail of hamburgers, and I have spent my life trying to find a better burger, to no avail. I'll keep searching, of course, but I'm getting more and more certain with each passing year that I'll not find a burger that pleases me like the ones I inhale in that humble little bar in that dying little town.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Boy, this thread has dried up.
@chowbelly: You're, uh, off point.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
I love Miller's. No man or woman loves Miller's more than I. I have a hard time not ordering two, on a visit. However, it's not raining yet, but there's a cloud over this parade. On last visit, with Wife-enstein, we were waiting, up against the wall, for a table, which puts you in view of the kitchen, and, to my hamburgerial horror, I saw cookie pressing the juice out of the burgers cooking on the griddle with a spatula! I could not believe it. I wanted to shout, "No! Stop!". Now, were my last couple of burgers dry, or, did I superimpose what I just saw onto my memory? I said to the waitress, "I just saw the cook pressing the juice out of the burgers." She said, "It makes them cook faster." I said, "Don't do it to mine." How do we get them to stop this new (I believe it to be new) behavior? Does George call them up and tell them? Anybody else notice this?
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Mmmmmm. I LOVE Millers! My dad would bring these home on occasion after visiting my grandparents who lived out that way. I haven't had one in years.
Also delicious: BRAYS!
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
"there are no seasonings"
Yup that's Michigan for you, no seasonings on anything.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
my folks introduced me to Miller's~I like putting a bunch of dill pickle slices on mine and wash it down with a cold beer or two
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Millers is incredible - but I also have to give a nod to the Redcoat Tavern on Woodward Ave near Royal Oak - my wife from NC begs to go there when we come back to town!
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Private men's club, indeed. I remember how horrified my father (a Ford engineer in Dearborn at the time) was when I was introduced to Miller's by my engineer buddies while attending the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
Agreed, one seriously great burger. I blogged on it recently as well.
Hamburger America: Miller's Bar in Dearborn, Michigan
One of my favorite all time burgers, and one of the (few) things I look forward to when visiting the Detroit area.
A perfect demonstration of how good a burger you can make by sticking to the basics of good meat on a good bun. You don't need weird sauces and ingredients and seasonings.
I've written about them a few times:
http://offbeateats.blogspot.com/2006/11/millers-bar-dearborn-mi.html
Any Good New York Style Pizza in Miami?
In Miami:
Two Brothers owned by 2 Italian brothers. Excellent! 2 locations Town & Country mall SW 117th Avenue and in front of Dandy Bear on SW 137th Avenue
Mike's Pizza owned by one of the Cozzoli family of the famous Dadeland Cozzoli's back in the late 70's besides Dandy Bear on SW 137th Avenue
Miami's Best Pizza on US1 near UM
Big Cheese on US1 near Dadeland
Andiamo in North Miami 55th and Biscayne
Burger King Burger Shots
How are they with cheese? 1 slice of cheese could cover four patties:)
Burger King Burger Shots
We've had these in Puerto Rico for a little over a year. They are called Burger Buddies, we also have Breakfast Buddies. There is one difference with the burgers: Instead of pickles, they make them with onions down here. As for the breakfast ones, you can choose from three kinds: sausage, bacon and ham. I love the suasage ones :)
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Website: http://michaelmakis.com
Location: Hallandale Beach, FL
About: 30 years old, work as a consultant - travel nearly half of the year, spend my weekends riding my beach cruiser to the beach, and Go Gators!
Favorite foods: dripping cheeseburgers, blackened dolphin sandwiches, monkfish, Phish Food Ice Cream, Zuppa Di Pesce @ Giacomo's in Boston, black rasberry milkshakes from Jaxson's and Fat sandwiches
Last bite on earth: grandma's chicken cutlets on a hoagie with some homemade sauce and melted mozzarella to glue it all together...don't forget the Parmesan

Get the mussels next time. They are really good.