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  • Red Robin: Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger

    Confession: I am not a chain person. You may be surprised by this (read: you’re not at all surprised). I avoid chains like the plague. But when in Rome, or Poughkeepsie, as in my case, sometimes you gotta splurge. My dining partner and I stopped at Red Robin, a chain unfamiliar to New York City,… Read more

  • The Counter: Make Your Own Burger

    I had been curious about The Counter since I first saw it in Times Square. It’s taken the place of a certain Juan Valdez coffee establishment, I believe. The idea of getting a decent burger in Times Square struck me–is this truly possible? Void of decent food, this neighborhood is in dire need of anything… Read more

  • Lucky’s Famous Burgers

    If you walk west down 52nd Street, you can’t miss Lucky’s Famous Burgers. It’s interior screams at you in yellow and orange tones and snares you in from the sidewalk. The tiny space boasts four tables and two counter spaces for your dining pleasure. So, what does any sentient being order at a place called… Read more

  • Corner Burger: Poutine & Turkey Burger

    Ah, poutine. Fried potatoes + cheese curds + gravy = seriously delicious. I encourage you to seek out poutine, wherever you are. However, you won’t want to look at this photo before eating poutine because it might make you think twice about ordering it. So, Corner Burger. Situated amidst a row of swanky boutiques and… Read more

  • Park yourself at Burger Garage in LIC

    Every good post begins with a completely original title. There you have it. This post will be amazing! A much needed burger joint has arrived to Long Island City, Queens. Jurors, fret no more. Your days of visiting the Court Square Diner for a cheeseburger deluxe are over. And for the Manhattanites out there, this… Read more

  • Minetta Tavern: Black Label Burger

    At last, I had the opportunity to try the Black Label Burger at scenetacular Minetta Tavern. Reservations can be made only one month in advance of your desired date to dine. We wanted August 18 at 7:30 PM. D called on July 18 and could only get 7:00 PM. Yes, that’s how popular Minetta Tavern… Read more

  • The One and Only ShackField

    SHAKE SHACK AT CITI FIELD I know the Mets season may soon come to an end. Or it should. Put the people out of New York out of their misery, please. If you happen to intentionally attend a Mets game or take a ride on the 7 toward Flushing on a game day, I highly… Read more