Andrew O.

It was a glory to gather once more under the beefy banner of Burger Club. Whitmans remains stalwart, if never singular or spectacular. The Hound burger was a bit overcooked and the lack of AC not great for the bowels of July – but the company was fantastic, the beer was cold, and there were Tots... We’re back baby. Special thanks to Greg, Blossom, and Claude for their hard work on the 2.0 site!

The sweet ginger sauce was magnificent and should be added to the standard menu. As a burger topper or a fry dipper, it added a pleasing texture and subtle flavor that is just delightful. The olive tapenade was a sleeper as well - delicious and very pleasing on the palate. The burger itself was a bit standard, but was a serviceable vessel for the sauces, which were the main attraction here. The sides held their own - particularly the onion rings. The outdoor tables were great on a lovely night, and the owner and chef were beyond accommodating. A pleasure all around.

A fascinating slice of history, and a good way to fill the belly on a budget - these are interesting to learn about and try out, with a novel sheen on the burger from the griddle, but not the tastiest by modern standards, and not something I’d come back to in less lean times.

A fantastic, no-frills classic smash burger loaded high with finely-sliced griddled onions… the taste and texture of the burger, the vibe and ambiance of the venue, and the sheer commitment to the legacy of quality and creativity that has embodied the spirit of burger-making since the dawn of Louis’ Lunch, is a throwback to a better era, and a reminder of the true American dream, before it became a nightmare.

This is a very tasty burger. Not one that I’d seek out but one that I’d gladly accept if offered, or if in the neighborhood and hungry for a burger and beer. The meat is masked behind the char, cheese, sauce, toppings, so it barely plays a role beyond texture. But the variety of taste combos (jalapeños!) makes for a lovely journey. The fries are beautiful - high end McDonald’s and I love it. Paired with a Threes brew, it makes for a satisfying experience. A great burger? No. A very good one? I’ll give it that.

A glorious basic burger that transcends its humble origins. The beef is immaculate, the sauce and pickles add tang and texture. The fries are magnificent. The venue and martinis elevate. No complaints.

A beautiful burger in a beautiful bar, the bacon jam and fancy sauce add smoke and tang, and the beef - while slightly over cooked - is flavorful and rich. the martinis elevate the mood and create a beautiful halo around the whole experience. A delight from start to finish.

This is definitely an interesting and novel take on a burger - the meat blend has character, the toppings were fresh, and the sauces were delicious. The pita was excellent too. But ultimately it’s not transcendent, and while I appreciate trying to do something new, it doesn’t quite take me to a place beyond a regular burger. The fries were average, and the staff was lovely but the venue was very loud.

Overall, the restaurant is a total winner, important to note that the cevapi and dips are top shelf - get those instead of the burger!

This remains one of the great burgers of NYC. The significant increase in price hurts the value, but the harmonious of the experience is still soul-fueling and heart-pumpingly magnificent. The fries are the god that McDonalds prays to. The au poivre sauce is the divine glue that ties it all together.

The world is a better place for having this burger in it.

I will never eat butter again. But this... was delicious. My heart is full, but broken.