Tuesday Favorites….Hamburgers

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Tally Ho on Harrison in town. Been there since the 50s. So good it'll make your tongue smack your forehead.

Have to tell this since you mentioned the name of the burger joint on Harrison Ave. I coached the Golf team about 20 yrs ago and 5 of the boys were little country club wild@sses. One in particular was pretty out of control and on one trip the other boys were giving him hell for bringing a girl from Tallahassee to the prom. I believe the story was that she looked like a hooker and was described as having an “aroma” akin to “old wolf (scat) and freight train smoke!” She was fondly referred to by the boys as “Tally Ho!” Thus, despite your recommendation, I’d probably steer clear of that establishment. Teenage boys…

 

[Ironhead]

My rule for burgers is never get one at a place that doesn't ask you how you want it cooked.
"The Loop" makes a good burger, a little over the top with the charcoal at times, but a great burger. Medium rare, lettuce tomato and mayo, cheddar cheese.

Dead Dog Saloon , Murrels Inlet S.C.. Nice big, fresh and juicy burgers with home made buns.
There, I sometimes get the blackened burger with blue cheese. Daayuuummm...

Chili's and even Ale House, have a decent burger cooked medium rare with all the varieties.

In a crunch for fast food, I'm going with Whataburger. Love 5 guys too, especially, their fries.

 

[Durty South Swamp]

Have to tell this since you mentioned the name of the burger joint on Harrison Ave. I coached the Golf team about 20 yrs ago and 5 of the boys were little country club wild@sses. One in particular was pretty out of control an on one trip the other boys were giving him hell for bringing a girl from Tallahassee to the prom. I believe the story was that she looked like a hooker and was described as having an “aroma” akin to “old wolf (scat) and freight train smoke!” She was fondly referred to by the boys as “Tally Ho!” Thus, despite your recommendation, I’d probably steer clear of that establishment. Teenage boys…

Your loss. It's one of the best greasy spoon burger joints you'll ever experience, and truly historic.

 

[cover2]

Your loss. It's one of the best greasy spoon burger joints you'll ever experience, and truly historic.

Upon review, I’m up on all my shots and might throw caution to the wind Got an old buddy in PC and been needing a reason to go see him and a place to break bread. “Tally Ho” might just be the place.

 

[B52G8rAC]

5 Star Burger in Albuquerque for a great high end burger. For a unique historical experience, The Owl Restaurant in San Antonito NM. Attached to Nicky Hilton's first hotel and the place where Oppenheimer and crew would go eat while down at the Trinity site. Pictures of the Manhattan boys all over the wall.

 

[Zambo]

Whataburger is the worst burger I’ve ever had in my life. I think the school cafeteria soy burgers were better and we just used those to throw at each other.

Agreed. Terrible.

 

[Zambo]

Fast food burger: In-n-Out. Easy answer. I don't think they have them back east though.

In Honolulu there is a food truck near the hotel I stay at which serves the Big Kahuna Burger. Incredible. Their Western burger is damn good too. Usually the best burgers are at these one-off places. I remember how good the burgers were at the Yuma country club. Almost drooling like Homer Simpson just thinking about it.

 

[g8r.tom]

My rule for burgers is never get one at a place that doesn't ask you how you want it cooked.

Same here. We walked out of a Red Robing due to this. They would only cook them well done.

 

[Nalt]

I know a guy who says Krystal is good if he’s hungry, it’s 2 o’clock in the morning, and he’s drunk. ( No, it’s not me.)

I know several people who would agree with this. I, fortunately, am NOT one of those...

 

[Spectator]

90/10 fresh beef, cook the bacon, take it off the Cuisinart, cook the burgers seasoned w/ Adolph's seasoned tenderizer & Weber Gourmet Burger seasoning, Troyer's smoked mozzarella and provolone cheeses, Martin's potato roll

 

[soflagator]

90/10 fresh beef, cook the bacon, take it off the Cuisinart, cook the burgers seasoned w/ Adolph's seasoned tenderizer & Weber Gourmet Burger seasoning, Troyer's smoked mozzarella and provolone cheeses, Martin's potato roll

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I’ve never even heard of this Adolph’s seasoning. May have to try that. But mostly I really just hope they have a marketing slogan something like, “I like mein with Adolph’s”, or “Worried about carbs? Get rid of the kaiser.” There are just so many opportunities.

 

[cover2]

Agreed. Terrible.

The Whataburgers out your way and where MJM came up must be different than the couple around Tallahassee and Thomasville that we’ve gone to. I’d never rate them above 5 Guys but the times we’ve gone they were still better than McD’s, BK, or Wendy’s for my bunch. The burgers we’ve gotten always had fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion and was never drowned in condiments. Comes with mustard, which is to my liking. Nowhere near lunchroom soybean burgers unless you guys had some sort of gourmet setup!

Wife took my daughter on a cross-country trip when she graduated from HS and she gave In-and-Out a good review but as you say there aren’t any of them over on this side of the country to my knowledge. So I’ll ask you…what makes them so good? And last thing, you referenced a “Big Kahuna Burger.” Who are you? Jules Winnfield?

 

[Zambo]

The Whataburgers out your way and where MJM came up must be different than the couple around Tallahassee and Thomasville that we’ve gone to. I’d never rate them above 5 Guys but the times we’ve gone they were still better than McD’s, BK, or Wendy’s for my bunch. The burgers we’ve gotten always had fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion and was never drowned in condiments. Comes with mustard, which is to my liking. Nowhere near lunchroom soybean burgers unless you guys had some sort of gourmet setup!

Wife took my daughter on a cross-country trip when she graduated from HS and she gave In-and-Out a good review but as you say there aren’t any of them over on this side of the country to my knowledge. So I’ll ask you…what makes them so good? And last thing, you referenced a “Big Kahuna Burger.” Who are you? Jules Winnfield?

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I lived in Texas for 3 years and it’s the epicenter of Whataburger. Had it many times, always average at best. Probably not worse than McDonald’s or Burger King but not any better either. Just boring average fast food burger.

As for In-n-out, I think it’s good because they use fresh prime ingredients that have never been frozen. For instance the kitchen is in plain sight you can see them making the fries by taking an actual potato and pushing it through the slicer then tossing the slices right into the fryer. Same with slicing up a whole onion and tossing it into a pan to caramelize etc. All done by extremely polite kids in clean uniforms. It’s almost cult-like.

 

[cover2]

I lived in Texas for 3 years and it’s the epicenter of Whataburger. Had it many times, always average at best. Probably not worse than McDonald’s or Burger King but not any better either. Just boring average fast food burger.

As for In-n-out, I think it’s good because they use fresh prime ingredients that have never been frozen. For instance the kitchen is in plain sight you can see them making the fries by taking an actual potato and pushing it through the slicer then tossing the slices right into the fryer. Same with slicing up a whole onion and tossing it into a pan to caramelize etc. All done by extremely polite kids in clean uniforms. It’s almost cult-like.

In-n-Out sounds as if their business model is very similar to Chick-fil-a, which is a big plus in my book. Fresh cut fries are also a big positive. Makes me wish we had one in our area. Thanks for the info!

 

[CDGator]

We tried In n Out in Vegas. It was good but would compare it to a Culver’s. Wouldn’t seek it out again but would agree to go back.

 

[Zambo]

We tried In n Out in Vegas. It was good but would compare it to a Culver’s. Wouldn’t seek it out again but would agree to go back.

At the end of the day it’s good but still fast food with a drive thru.

 

[DocZaius]

There's a few local restaurants that serve good burgers. If you're in Palm Beach County, the burgers at Brass Ring Pub and the bacon cheeseburger at Gun Club Cafe are top-notch. Also, Gabriel's in Wellington serves a tasty burger.

I tried In-n-Out once on a trip to California and I can't see what the buzz is about. It's okay I guess, but nothing special.

 

[Nalt]

Milo's and Whattaburger are both garbage. I haven't had In & Out. Culver's isn't great but it could save one's life if he were starving to death. Red Robin's is a flavorless "gourmet" burger that is way over-priced and a waste of time.

 

[CDGator]

This is my secret marinade for burgers and steaks. It’s what our family prefers.

 

[Gator By Marriage]

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This is my secret marinade for burgers and steaks. It’s what our family prefers.

Wouldn’t this mean it’s no longer a secret?