The official CA Burger thread

VirtualSmitty · 10-14-2008, 11:40 PM

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

Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Fatburger
In-N-Out Burger
Burkey's Grill in South Carolina
Steak n Shake
Houlihans makes a pretty good burger
Whitecastle

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

theonlybear4CORT · 10-15-2008, 12:31 AM

carls jr
sonoma cheese factory
in-n-out
and because they are open 24/7
jack in the box

rrplasencia · 10-15-2008, 12:46 AM

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)

10-15-2008, 12:51 AM

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 · 10-15-2008, 12:55 AM

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 · 10-15-2008, 08:19 AM

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 · 10-15-2008, 08:27 AM

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.

chippewastud79 · 10-15-2008, 08:32 AM

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

replicant_argent · 10-15-2008, 08:39 AM

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.

10-15-2008, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by replicant

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 · 10-15-2008, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 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.

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 · 10-15-2008, 09:46 AM

What about Fuddruckers, that place is awesome!

VirtualSmitty · 10-15-2008, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Spect

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 · 10-15-2008, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Spect

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 · 10-15-2008, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by BengalMan

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!

tsolomon · 10-15-2008, 10:17 AM

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

tedrodgerscpa · 10-15-2008, 10:18 AM

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!

10-15-2008, 10:25 AM

Cheeburger Cheeburger
5 Guys Burgers and Fries
Fudruckers
Nifty Fiftys

VirtualSmitty · 10-15-2008, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by tedrodgerscpa

I dream In-N-Out!

So do I. Double double monster style

DavenportESQ · 10-15-2008, 12:11 PM

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!

10-14-2008, 11:40 PM	#1
VirtualSmitty WiP!? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joe Location: The Evil Empire Posts: 2,084 Trading: (0)	The official CA Burger thread The title says it all. Post your favorite burger joints! Here's some of my favorites: Five Guys Burgers and Fries Fatburger In-N-Out Burger Burkey's Grill in South Carolina Steak n Shake Houlihans makes a pretty good burger Whitecastle There's more, but I need to hit the sack. __________________ We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid - Benjamin Franklin

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theonlybear4CORT RIP Nick Montano Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Santa Rosa Posts: 2,040 Trading: (14)	Re: The official CA Burger thread carls jr sonoma cheese factory in-n-out and because they are open 24/7 jack in the box

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rrplasencia monica lewinsky Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Richard Location: Miami Posts: 1,827 Trading: (55)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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) __________________ "Merica, Back to Back World War Champs." -Cloyd Rivers

10-15-2008, 12:51 AM	#4
JKim Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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.

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SvilleKid Yes I am a Pirate Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 33°46′08″N 86°28′16″W / 33.76895°N 86.471037°W Posts: 2,776 Trading: (52)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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. __________________ Ceilin' fan it stirs the air, Cigar smoke does swirl. The fragrance on the pillow case, and he thinks about the girl. Thanks, JB, 1975.

10-15-2008, 08:19 AM	#6
BengalMan Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ian Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,280 Trading: (10)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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.

10-15-2008, 08:27 AM	#7
BarneyBandMan Owner - Club Deck Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Deck Posts: 126 Trading: (1)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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. __________________ "The only true currency in this bankrupt world... is what you share with someone else when you're uncool."

10-15-2008, 08:32 AM	#8
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: The official CA Burger thread Still don't think I can find something better than an In-N-Out Double Double, no onions ofcourse. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

10-15-2008, 08:39 AM	#9
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

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Spect Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 110 Trading: (1)	Re: The official CA Burger thread What about Fuddruckers, that place is awesome!

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tsolomon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 1,246 Trading: (31)	Re: The official CA Burger thread In-N-Out Burger Five Guys, the burgers are overcooked but the french fries are worth it.

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tedrodgerscpa Palmetto State Herf Crew! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ted Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,712 Trading: (87)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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! __________________ Everyday I'm shufflin...

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vicvitola Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The official CA Burger thread Cheeburger Cheeburger 5 Guys Burgers and Fries Fudruckers Nifty Fiftys Last edited by vicvitola; 10-15-2008 at 10:29 AM.

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DavenportESQ Vaya Con Dios Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: David Location: Chicago Posts: 787 Trading: (15)	Re: The official CA Burger thread 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!