This little restaurant really wanted to be a Five Guys competitor and even used the red and white color scheme. the counter staff were very friendly, welcoming us in and thanking us for visiting as we left. This was the first smash burger of the burger side quest and we had high hopes. The classic burger comes with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and grilled onions. The smashed patty should be the star of the show, but it was a disappointment. The patty had little flavor or the charring expected with a smash burger. They advertised it as 100% Wagyu bit the patty was so small (maybe 4oz) and under-seasoned that it was lost with the other elements of the burger. Overall, it was okay. The fries, however, were crisp and delicious. 

Grade: C+

Right away we knew this place was going to be different, because not only is it a hole-in-the-wall burger joint, but it shares its space with a vegan take-out restaurant. Not your typical combo. The burgers were great! USDA choice, juicy, flavorful, and generous. We each had the classic which comes with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles (which Kelley declined) and Sylvester's sauce. Everything was very fresh and delish! Kelley loved that the buns - which were toasted and are locally made - had sesame seeds. As far as sides, the french fries were fine but the onion rings were delectable!

We just had regular burgers, but if you are looking for an adventure, they also offer buffalo and elk burgers. Oh, and they have "The BIG One" which is a 5lb burger, and if you can eat it in under 30 minutes it is free. 

Grade: A

Okay, okay, I know. It's not a burger. BUT... it was some really delicious clam chowder served in a really delicious bread bowl, so Kelley decided it should get an entry on this page. The chowder was super creamy and thick with a generous amount of clams. A good rival for Mo's Clam Chowder in Oregon, which we also love. 

Grade: A

This is definitely a local hangout with very friendly staff on the grill side as well as bartenders on the bar side. The atmosphere is informal; menus are on flyers in a stand by the door, and you order your food through a window like an indoor food truck. Drinks are ordered from the bar. The burgers are delicious! All the beef is locally sourced and comes to your table piping hot and juicy as all get out. These are definitely 2-3 napkin burgers. Generous amount of thoroughly melted cheese, fresh tomato, thinly sliced onion, and crisp lettuce round out this yummy meal. Kelley's only upgrade would be a sesame bun because she loves a good sesame bun!

Grade: A+