The official CA Burger thread

[VirtualSmitty]

The title says it all. Post your favorite burger joints! Here's some of my favorites:

Five Guys Burgers and Fries (http://www.fiveguys.com/)
Fatburger (http://www.fatburger.com/menu/)
In-N-Out Burger (http://www.in-n-out.com/)
Burkey's Grill in South Carolina
Steak n Shake (http://steaknshake.com/default-home.asp)
Houlihans makes a pretty good burger
Whitecastle
(http://www.whitecastle.com/)

There's more, but I need to hit the sack.

[theonlybear4CORT]

carls jr (http://www.carlsjr.com/)
sonoma cheese factory (http://www.sonomacheesefactory.com/)
in-n-out (http://www.in-n-out.com/)
and because they are open 24/7
jack in the box (http://www.jackinthebox.com/index2.php)

[rrplasencia]

keg south (tamiami airport) traditional burger
commanders palace: for the foie gras black truffle burger
atrio: for the kobe burger on cilantro brioche bun (i was the chef there)

[JKim]

Man when I first read the title, I thought it was CA - California and I wouldn't get to play, then it dawned on me..

5-guys - burger of choice - bacon, fresh cut jalapenos, grilled onions, A-1 steak sauce. Need I say more?

Stake and Shake is a close second, then Wendy's.

But then are times when I gotta have a Big-Mac or some Krystals. now I'm hungry.

[SvilleKid]

Hands down, it's a little local joint with three locations in Bham only. Called Hamburger Heaven. Worth trying if you get down this way.

[BengalMan]

5 Guys is definitely one of the best burger joints around. Here is my go to:

Bacon, jalapenos, grilled onions, lettuce, cheese, bbq sauce.

Very similar to JKim's but with BBQ instead of A-1.

[BarneyBandMan]

Tart's Grill---A very small, of the beaten path joint run by an older lady named Betty. Best Carolina burger (mustard, onions, chilli and slaw) in this area.

Also like the Tastee Freeze burgers, but I think the last one in North Carolina closed down recently.:(

Hardees (Carl's) gets my vote for the classic lettuce and tomato burger, though. :D

[chippewastud79]

Still don't think I can find something better than an In-N-Out Double Double, no onions ofcourse.

[replicant_argent]

I prefer my burgers Med-Rare, so that cuts out many joints from having a decent, edible burger. Damn Food Police. My favorite joint? Mine. ;) Nothing like a half pounder, done right on the grill with anything from a Sesame Kaiser, to some great ciabatta for a roll, good cheese, anything from Blue to co-jack, thick cut bacon, or one of a hundred different toppings. The drinks are always cold, the company is great, and you can go directly to the cigar lounge after dining, if it strikes the fancy.

[leasingthisspace]

I prefer my burgers Med-Rare, so that cuts out many joints from having a decent, edible burger. Damn Food Police. My favorite joint? Mine. ;) Nothing like a half pounder, done right on the grill with anything from a Sesame Kaiser, to some great ciabatta for a roll, good cheese, anything from Blue to co-jack, thick cut bacon, or one of a hundred different toppings. The drinks are always cold, the company is great, and you can go directly to the cigar lounge after dining, if it strikes the fancy.

Man that sounds great right about now.

As far as Burger joints go I like In-and-out and Red Robin. I&O cuz it is fast and tastes good. RR cuz burgers are good and you can have a beer when the kids can have a shake.

[VirtualSmitty]

Man when I first read the title, I thought it was CA - California and I wouldn't get to play, then it dawned on me..

5-guys - burger of choice - bacon, fresh cut jalapenos, grilled onions, A-1 steak sauce. Need I say more?

Stake and Shake is a close second, then Wendy's.

But then are times when I gotta have a Big-Mac or some Krystals. now I'm hungry.

I forgot about Krystals! Just like WhiteCastle, just without the unhappy ending. One of these days i'm gonna insist raisin make burgers, will probably be the best in Jersey lol.

[Spect]

What about Fuddruckers, that place is awesome!

[VirtualSmitty]

What about Fuddruckers, that place is awesome!

I honestly haven't been to one since I was a kid. I don't remember what their burgers are like.

[BengalMan]

What about Fuddruckers, that place is awesome!

OOH! Good call. Fuddruckers does have some serious burgers. However, I still gotta go with the Five Guys double bacon cheeseburger.

[VirtualSmitty]

OOH! Good call. Fuddruckers does have some serious burgers. However, I still gotta go with the Five Guys double bacon cheeseburger.

I'll have to hit up a fuddruckers for lunch one of these days. Five Guys is awesome, I agree, but In-N-Out is amazing. The first thing I do when I fly out to the left coast is hit up the nearest stand! :dr

[tsolomon]

In-N-Out Burger
Five Guys, the burgers are overcooked but the french fries are worth it.

[tedrodgerscpa]

Five guys is good, and has four midlands locations!!! You fly, I'll buy!!!

However, In-N-Out is best... I'll take mine "with".

I dream In-N-Out!

[vicvitola]

Cheeburger Cheeburger
5 Guys Burgers and Fries
Fudruckers
Nifty Fiftys

[VirtualSmitty]

I dream In-N-Out!

So do I. Double double monster style :dr

[DavenportESQ]

This is a local establishment, but anyone who comes to SC is more than welcome to join me anytime! Rockaway Burger..Maybe some of the SC guys can weigh some thought!

[shvictor]

I love me some Nation's Burgers...

[EvanS]

It's SO obvious that none of you have been to Big Burger in Concord, CA.

Perfect

[VirtualSmitty]

It's SO obvious that none of you have been to Big Burger in Concord, CA.

Perfect

Do tell, i've never heard of it.

[bobarian]

In N Out
Nations
Red Onion-San Pablo, CA
Clarke's Grill-Mountain View, CA
Kua Aina-Haleiwa, HI

[doctorcue]

I love me some Nation's Burgers...

x2... love Nations! Bay Area favorite!

[jquirit]

Helvetia Tavern out in Hillsboro, Oregon. Great burgers, greater scenery (middle of farm country in the rollin' hills).

[gpugliese]

My favorite burger joint is the cast iron pan in my oven. :D

80/20, salt, pepper, and a 1 ounce medallion of gorgonzola embedded in the middle.

[jgros001]

No doubt for me its Bartley's Burger Cottage in Boston by Harvard

frappes and burgers

http://bartleysburgers.com/

2nd favorite while not a burger joint is McSorley's in NYCs East Village

http://www.mcsorleysnewyork.com/home.html

[petewho]

I'm ashamed to mention I like Red Robin burgers... I got on a Red Robin kick because it's totally kid-friendly and I take my boy. After a few meals there I'm converted.

[petewho]

Clarke's Grill-Mountain View, CA


My dad STILL rants about Clarke's, and he hasn't had a burger there in probably 45 years.

[Steve]

Herbie's (on Marathon Key)
Sixpence Pub (Blowing Rock, N.C.)
Harpoon Louie's (local sports bar here in town)

[AAlmeter]

Sterling Place Tavern in Buffalo, NY. The best burger on earth. Come to Buffalo and if you can say otherwise, I'll buy your burger and beers.

Its a dive, but great food and very good beers.

[livwire68]

In-N-Out Burger
Griffs in Colorado

[ucla695]

In-n-Out
Fat Burger
Barney's (for the bay area and West LA crowd)

[md4958]

For a fast food style burger nobody around beats the WhiteHut in West Springfield, MA Make sure you order with fried onions (carmalized)

For a more "gourmet" burger the Blue Cheese burger from Plan B in Glastonbury, CT is the best ive had...

1 inch thick, carmalized onions, bluecheese and burbon sauce...:dr:dr:dr

[DrDubzz]

In-N-Out when I can get it (SoCal native here) but since I'm in Amarillo these days, Blue Sky is my favorite buger place that I can regularly patronize

if you're ever in town, let me know, and I'll show you a fantastic burger


oh yeah, and Tommy's in LA, omg good

[DrDubzz]

I'm ashamed to mention I like Red Robin burgers... I got on a Red Robin kick because it's totally kid-friendly and I take my boy. After a few meals there I'm converted.

RR is my favorite national chain

the Royal Red Robin and the Carnitas burgers are my favorites

[Deucer]

Some great calls in here.

Barneys and In & Out are my go to places, though I've been laying off the burgers lately.

The best burger I've ever had was from Izzy's Steak and Chophouse in SF. I don't know why I was ordering the burger at an awesome steak place. It just sounded good at the time. It was really fricking good and I'd order it again. Tasted like it was made from ground filet mignon.

I'll need to try out Big Burger in Concord.

[:eevis]

I think that the best burger in my area is from a Bar called Dillinger's. The Scarface is the best. Burger, mozz sticks, onion rings and BBQ sauce on a roasted bun. :dr

[VirtualSmitty]

Some great calls in here.

Barneys and In & Out are my go to places, though I've been laying off the burgers lately.

The best burger I've ever had was from Izzy's Steak and Chophouse in SF. I don't know why I was ordering the burger at an awesome steak place. It just sounded good at the time. It was really fricking good and I'd order it again. Tasted like it was made from ground filet mignon.

I'll need to try out Big Burger in Concord.

Great Steakhouses often make great burgers. Peter Luger's has a burger to die for!

[Jbailey]

I could really go for a Dane Burger from the Great Dane pub in Madison WI.

I'm a fan of a good bar burger, or my own.

[Mr.Maduro]

Here in NYC Jackson Hole is pretty good, but my favorite is the Beer Bar Bountiful Burger from the Beer Bar - 200 Park Ave, New York 10166
At 45th St & Vanderbilt Ave


I wish I found a place that makes this though....

http://aht.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/10/the-hamburger-fatty-melt-a-burger-with-two-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-as-its-bun.html :dr

[phidelt076]

The best place in Dallas, TX if you're ever here is the Angry Dog.
http://www.angrydog.com/

For national chains, I prefer Fuddrucker's and Red Robin. The Royal Red Robin goes great with a hangover!

[Stog-a-Boy]

I wish I found a place that makes this though....

http://aht.seriouseats.com/archives/2008/10/the-hamburger-fatty-melt-a-burger-with-two-grilled-cheese-sandwiches-as-its-bun.html :dr

I know what im makin for dinner this weekend or next week! :dr


I like Cheeburger Cheeburger
http://cheeburger.com/home2/index.asp

[shvictor]

I almost forgot about the Awful Awful burger at the Nugget Casino in Downtown Reno. I have to have one or four everytime I go...

[Cigargal]

Northern California Burgers

Right here in the Mountains-The Yellow Jacket Eatery-best burger in the world

In Eureka, CA-Stars Burgers

In Redding-In-n-Out Burgers

In Mendecino(on a side street) I don't remember the name of the place but they have an awesome burger-little hole in the wall place off the main drag.

[BengalMan]

I know what im makin for dinner this weekend or next week! :dr


I like Cheeburger Cheeburger
http://cheeburger.com/home2/index.asp



They have a Cheeseburger Cheeseburger in Michigan where I'll be next week, I'm going to have to stop by and check this beast out.

[BillyCigars]

The title says it all. Post your favorite burger joints! Here's some of my favorites:

Five Guys Burgers and Fries (http://www.fiveguys.com/)
Fatburger (http://www.fatburger.com/menu/)
In-N-Out Burger (http://www.in-n-out.com/)
Burkey's Grill in South Carolina
Steak n Shake (http://steaknshake.com/default-home.asp)
Houlihans makes a pretty good burger
Whitecastle
(http://www.whitecastle.com/)

There's more, but I need to hit the sack.

I can't believe Fat Smitty's didn't get an honorable mention, LOL

[acruce]

Snuffers on Lower Greenville Avenue

[cigarwife]

Let's see...


Chico, Ca - Big Chico Burger!
Chico, Ca - Burger Hut
San Pablo, Ca - Nation's Giant Burger

[AD720]

Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you - Sketch Burger:

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii261/8652150149/DSCF4850.jpg

[Starscream]

http://www.rivercitycafe.com/
Best place at Myrtle Beach

http://www.fuddruckers.com/
This place is good too. A little overpriced, but good...

[cigarwife]

I forgot The Boss in Oroville!

[Cigary]

In & Out without a doubt. Second would be Hodads Burgers in San Diego.

[Blueface]

100 votes for In N Out!!!

[Rookie139]

Culver's (very popular in the midwest and especially Wisconsin)...Love em!
In-and-Out (wish there were around here)
Whattaburger (again, none around here)
Billy Goat Tavern (downtown Chicago..Remember the sketch from SNL with John Belushi and Ackroyd?...That was the place)

[AD720]

I wish there was an In-N-Out around here too. I miss those burgers. Give me 3x3 animal style, breakfast lunch and dinner.

[rack04]

The best place in Dallas, TX if you're ever here is the Angry Dog.
http://www.angrydog.com/

For national chains, I prefer Fuddrucker's and Red Robin. The Royal Red Robin goes great with a hangover!

I'll definately have to try this one. I enjoy Jakes, Snuffers, and Red Robin.

[rhdad42]

Rossi's in Chambersburg, NJ
Tumulty's Pub in New Brunswick, NJ

And for a tasty cheapie, White Rose Systems in Highland Park -- big square burgers fried on a grill White Castle style, just as greasy.

[Jay Hemingway]

5 guys and applebees.

oh, i'm from jersey, white castle is a must!

[hotreds]

Red Robin
Hamburger Heaven(don't know if this even exists anymore.)

[Parshooter]

Here in Columbus: Thurman Cafe and Gahanna Grill :dance:

[FriskyDingo]

Kentucky just opened two Red Robins and I haven't been yet, but need to try it out.

My Top list
1. Ollie's Trolley
2. Steak N Shake
3. Wendy's
4. Hardee's
5. White Castle

[gonzo]

Tommy's

Stomp'N'Rock,

Joseph

[Atariman]

Here in Columbus: Thurman Cafe :dance:


Amen to Thurmans...if you ever make it to Columbus, OH you must try one of these bad boys!

http://www.thethurmancafe.com/

The Thurman Burger
Our head honcho overloaded with ham, mozzarella, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, mushrooms, sauteed onions, pickle, peppers, and mayo with chips and a pickle spear.
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f74/atariman101/THURMANBURGER.jpg

I lived in CA for about 5 years and I still dream about In-N-Out burgers,
every trip I make to CA or Vegas I always get 3-4
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f74/atariman101/INNOUT.jpg
..... and for those who have not been make sure you know about the "locals" menu.
4X4 Animal Style is my favorite....mouth is watering....
http://www.in-n-out.com/secretmenu.asp

If they ever franchise In-N-Out I am openning one at Ohio State.

[macpappy]

Lee's Hamburgers (New Orleans area) - because they grind their hamburger meat fresh throughout the day.

New Orleans Hamburgers & Seafood

There used to be a place just down the road from NASA in Houston called the Jalapeno Tree. Their speciality was placing a jalapeno and cheese in the middle of the hamburger patty.

[Don Fernando]

when I was in Indonesia, I loved the Mozza burgers from A&W.

[macpappy]

There are also quite a few Po-Boy sandwich shops in the New Orleans area that make Hamburger Po-Boys. Imagine a 12 inch french bread loaf, three 1/3 lb. patties, dressed with lettuce, tomato, mayo, cheese. Served with a hot order of fresh (not frozen) french fried potatoes.

[Smokin Gator]

No particular order here... and yes my mouth is watering..

My top 5:
In-N-Out - 2 x 2 animal style
Fuddruckers
Island Burger from the Tastee Freeze in Island KY
Cheeseburger from T-Ray's Burger Station in Fernandina Beach FL
Cheeseburger with avacado and jalapenos from Cruiser in Jacksonville Beach FL

[VirtualSmitty]

I forgot about the Hot Grill in Clifton NJ. Also Lanterns gets an honorable mention for having a burger topped with Taylor Ham :dr

[BengalMan]

Whoever recommened Cheeseburger Cheeseburger, I curse you.

I'm tying this in a booth at Cheeseburger Cheeseburger in Livonia. If you don't see me online for a few days its because the good coma was too big for me to fight. This was an aboslutely ridiculous burger.

Excuse me while I pass out and possibly vomit due to eating too much......

[Comicbookfreak]

A place here in my hometown in North Carolina called Doughboys. They serve pizza and this this monster burger for $15.00 with fries. If you can eat it in 30 minutes or less it's free. Only one person so far has done it a professional eater from Georgia. Plus they run a free poker Tournament every night Monday thru Saturday.

My son Brandon eyeing the huge burger.

http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee9/Comicbookfreak316/BrandonsBurger1.jpg

[Jbailey]

Big Kahuna Burger :D

[MikeyC]

No doubt for me its Bartley's Burger Cottage in Boston by Harvard

frappes and burgers

http://bartleysburgers.com/

2nd favorite while not a burger joint is McSorley's in NYCs East Village

http://www.mcsorleysnewyork.com/home.html

I've never been impressed by Bartley's. I've eaten there a few times and I think it's fairly over rated and survives mostly on it's fame and reputation.

For my dollar I would rather grab a burger at R.F. O'Sullivan's (http://www.rf-osullivan.com/). The menu's not as extensive as Bartley's but the burgers are much more tastey.

I also really enjoy Eagle's Deli (http://www.eaglesdeli.com/). I ate the "Godzilla" burger once many years ago and my picture may still be on the wall there. Also, it was named "2nd best place in the world to pig out." Breakfast there is really great as well and my friend has a sandwich there named after him called the Messy Marvin.

Also, whenever I'm in Vegas I like to drop by Postrio for a burger (http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/restaurants/finedining/postrio/lasvegas/). The first couple of times I had it it was AMAZING. It had fresh mozzarella on it, carmelized onions, and a balsamic glaze. It didn't even need ketchup. They've changed it since but it's still pretty good.

Also, Abe & Louie's (http://www.abeandlouies.com/) has a great burger and also a great Tuna burger made from ground up Tuna steak.

[SDmate]

In & Out without a doubt. Second would be Hodads Burgers in San Diego.

mmm... Hodads..:dr:dr:dr

[hoax]

In-N-Out does it for me.

2 Cheeseburgers animal style with a chocolate milkshake.

[VirtualSmitty]

mmm... Hodads..:dr:dr:dr

What is this Hodads you speak of!!!?

[Rockestone]

National:

Fudruckers
Jack-In-The-Box
Five Guys


Locally:

Pete's on Concord. Bacon Cheeseburger all the way with Chili.

[Rockestone]

This is a local establishment, but anyone who comes to SC is more than welcome to join me anytime! Rockaway Burger..Maybe some of the SC guys can weigh some thought!

Where is this Rockaway Burger you speak of??

[DavenportESQ]

mmm... Hodads..:dr:dr:dr

I have been lucky enough to have these. and They are amazing. I love OB they have a great Fish taco place in the Locale of Hodads, down close to the pier.



The Rockaway burger is at Rockaways. I love it!!!! its a big burger topped with Pimento Cheese yum!

[Prozac_Puros]

My two favorite burger joints are in Washington, Missouri
Krakow Store
Wimpy's

[icurrie]

I don't recognize more than half of those places, upe here in the great white north (and I mean white 5" overnight) Burger Factory is my favorite in Winnipeg, Mr. Mike's up in Dawson Creek B.C. is the all time favorite.
Man this thread is making me hungry.

[VirtualSmitty]

Here's one I can't believe I missed:

Batbes restaurant. It's located on 21 East 36th St at madison Ave in NYC. They have a an amazing kobe beef cheeseburger.

[gnukfu]

Fuddruckers and Carl's Jr are my favorite burger chains....neither of them near my house though. I remember looking forward to business trips to CA to eat at those places.

[Genetic Defect]

Brisco County Wood Grill (http://www.briscocounty.net/)
Also has good pizza

Roadhouse Grill (Melbourne Fla)

not really burger joints, but damn tasty burgers :) next year I get the holyt grail of burgers though when I visit Cali.

[punch54]

in-n-out double double,bakers double is not bad either

[e22byrnes]

I've never heard of a Five Guys until this week. First, I found out there is one opening in my area and now I see you guy's raving about it. I'm going to go to their website now and start planning my burger for when they open up!:dr

[jrw]

http://www.heartattackgrill.com/realmen.html

Nurses on duty at all times. :r

[VirtualSmitty]

The Wild Goose Pub in East Syracuse makes a damn good kobe burger!