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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
McDonald's to launch ‘iconic' menu item within days as part of big shake-up
MCDONALD'S is adding a brand new menu item to restaurants within days. The home of the Golden Arches is adding a new burger, called the Big Arch, The Sun can reveal. The burger has two beef patties, topped with white cheddar cheese slices, crispy onions, fresh onions, shredded lettuce, crunchy pickles, and Big Arch sauce. It will be added to menus on Wednesday June 18, giving customers just a few weeks to wait. It costs £7.99 for the burger on its own or £9.99 for a medium meal - but prices vary based on your location. Thomas O'Neill, head of menu at McDonald's UK&I, said: 'A new iconic burger needs an equally iconic sauce, and we've taken it up a notch with the Big Arch. I tried the big arch burger By Sam Walker , Consumer Reporter THE first thing I noticed was how huge the burger is. I struggled from keeping the ingredients inside from spilling out, even with two hands wrapped around the poppy and sesame seed-topped bun. It's full of flavour and the sauce is richer and more peppery than the classic McDonald's burger sauce. I liked the white cheddar cheese square too. It's one of the more expensive options on menus, as it's £3.40 more expensive than a Big Mac - but it is bigger. "This isn't just about size, it's about flavour. "With double layers of beef, crispy onions, and the hero of the build, our signature sauce, every bite is crafted to hit the spot to satisfy serious McDonald's hunger. Big, bold, and packed with serious deliciousness.' Last month, fans were pleased to see the return of the McSpicy x Frank's RedHot burger and the meaty Steakhouse Stack once again. It features chicken breast in a hot and crispy coating, lettuce, jalapenos, onions, cheese and Frank's RedHot Mayo in a toasted sesame seed bun for £5.99 – or £7.99 as a meal. Also staging a comeback was the Steakhouse Stack – two beef patties, cheddar cheese, crispy and red onions, fresh lettuce and black peppercorn sauce in a glazed sesame bun – again priced at £5.99. The fast food chain also revamped the menu, introducing a Frozen Cherry Lemonade. But it's arrival meant the limited edition Minecraft meals and cheesy garlic dippers were no longer sold in stores. MORE CHANGES AT MACCIES The news comes just days after The Sun revealed McDonald's had quietly axed the Chicken Bacon Caesar Wrap as part of a "rotation" of its offering. The wrap, which combined chicken breast strips, crispy onions, rashers of bacon and lettuce, was first launched in summer 2023. However, the home of the Big Mac said it was taken off menus earlier this month. A spokesperson added: "As part of our regular wrap rotation, we've taken the Caesar wrap off the menu for now. "We're always evolving our menu with our customers in mind to keep things fresh and exciting." Last October, McDonald's announced it was bringing back its iconic McRib after almost 10 years for a limited time. It came after customers begged for the pork-based sandwich, which first launched in 1981, to make a comeback. However, it was quietly discontinued the following month. A host of other items have come off menus in recent years to make way for new ones including the fan favourite Chicken Legend. The Breakfast Bagel and iconic Sundaes have also fallen off menus since 2018. How to save at McDonald's You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose. Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other. You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald's receipts. The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey. You'll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer. There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald's app, so it's worth signing up to get money off your meals. The MyMcDonald's app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up. You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you're a My McDonald's app user. The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details - otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Longtime Burger Chain Red Robin Closing 15 Locations Across the U.S.
There's something comforting and familiar about dining at a longtime burger restaurant. The U.S. has plenty of established burger chains, and those restaurants make sure the traditional hamburger is available to Americans nationwide. There are 84,336 burger restaurants in the U.S. as of 2025, according to IBIS World, so there's a lot of competition in that space. Also, the number of burger restaurants in the U.S. grew 0.9% per year on average between 2019 and 2024, IBIS World states. So, the burger industry is a competitive one, and now, one longtime burger chain has announced that it's closing restaurants across the U.S. this year. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has already closed six of its company-owned restaurants in the first quarter and one franchise location. Now, the company plans to close down eight more company-owned spots in 2025, Todd Wilson, executive vice president and chief financial officer, announced on May 29 during an earnings call. On the company earnings call, Wilson said Red Robin currently has 401 company-owned restaurants and 90 franchise locations. By the end of the year, he expects that number to be 393 company-owned restaurants. Wilson did not state which locations are scheduled to close or reveal any plans of closing more franchise locations. Also, Red Robin, which was founded in 1969, did not open any new locations in the first quarter of 2025 or 2024, the earnings report stated. In April, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers named a new president and CEO in David A. Pace. He commented that Red Robin is making a "comeback," but it's not there yet. "We are far from claiming victory and there is still more work to be done as we continue the comeback journey of Red Robin," Pace said. On a positive note, Wilson said that he doesn't expect any additional menu price increases for 2025. "We anticipate absorbing the current expected impact of tariffs as we prioritize maintaining value for our guests," he said. In the same earnings report, Red Robin also posted unexpected profit, which is a good sign for the Burger Chain Red Robin Closing 15 Locations Across the U.S. first appeared on Men's Journal on May 31, 2025
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Hands Down Best Burger In Every Single US State
There's nothing like sinking your teeth into a juicy burger. Between unctuous protein, a pillowy bun, and toppings that range from bright and fresh to gooey and decadent, there are countless ways to create a winning burger flavor combination. Across the United States, IBIS World estimates that there are over 80,000 burger restaurants in active operation. That number begs a daunting question: Which burger shops come out on top? Whether you're a fan of the tried-and-true classic burger or you're excited by unconventional and eyebrow-raising toppings, choosing where to get your next burger can be an intimidating task. That's why we've created a guide to the best burger in every state — no matter where you are in the country, you'll be able to find a top-tier burger to satisfy your next craving. Keep reading to learn more about the United States' ubiquitous burger stops and top-secret hidden gems. Read more: Every Wendy's Burger, Ranked Worst To Best Since 1993, Butch Cassidy's has been slinging old-fashioned hamburgers in Midtown Mobile. The restaurant is know for its "Butch Burger," which it's gotten down to a science of bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard, mayonnaise, and four (not more, not fewer) pickles. While Butch Cassidy's characterizes its "Butch Burger" as "Now Famous," the shop's website promises that the "Prairie Bacon Burger," which features a fried green tomato, is "soon to be." (251) 450-0690 60 N Florida St, Mobile, AL 36607 With two locations in Anchorage, Tommy's stands out for a series of regional American specialties — from po boys to Philly cheesesteaks. Its flagship burger is "The Burger Stop," which uniquely boasts a Cajun-seasoned grilled hamburger along with classic toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle. Get it with a side of French fries with the same seasoning, and, if you're feeling adventurous, top them with chili and cheese. Tommy's Burger Stop Multiple locations This Phoenix mainstay keeps its menu simple. Its original burger is quite literally called "The Standard," and it includes house-ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, kosher dill pickles, and home-made "Stand sauce." Order the same burger "Evil" and get it with a spicy version of the sauce with roasted jalapeño. The Stand Arcadia Burger Shoppe (602) 314-5259 3538 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018 The "Hubcap Burger" is the signature burger of Cotham's, a Arkansas institution enjoyed by famous locals such as Bill Clinton and David Pryor. The eight-inch, one-pound burger — named after its approximate size to a hubcap —is otherwise classic in nature, with cheese and traditional condiments. You can even order a quadruple hubcap for the ultimate, jaw-breaking bite. Cotham's in the City (501) 370-9177 1401 West 3rd St, Little Rock, AR 72201 With the conviction that "the American cheeseburger deserves better beef," HiHo's burgers are exclusively made with grass-fed wagyu beef. Try these luxe patties grilled in mustard and topped with cheese, slow-cooked onions, lettuce, house pickles, and mustard in the "HiHo Double" burger — you can even get it topped with pastrami. From-scratch fries also get the HiHo treatment with burger toppings and orange-tinged "Matty Sauce." HiHo Cheeseburger Multiple locations We'll save you the trouble of deciphering Misfit's cheeky menu (but read it for a chuckle) — you want the double cheeseburger, which is ooey and gooey in all the right ways with gently smashed patties, layers of melty cheese, thinly sliced pickles, and special sauce. The perfect prelude? Sweet potato chips dipped in Humboldt Fog cheese fondue. Misfit Snack Bar (201) 679-7079 3401 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206 For classic burger joint vibes with inventive flavors and from-scratch recipes, head to Goldburgers. The namesake burger at this Newington, Connecticut eatery is piled high with two patties, American cheese, lettuce, onions, pickles, potato chips (yes, on the burger) and GoldBurger sauce on a seeded roll. More daring eaters can try the "Blue&Gold" with blue cheese (if you're a blue cheese skeptic, trust us — there's a blue for you) and frizzled onion, or the "BossBurger" with nachos and spicy brown mustard. GoldBurgers (860) 665-0478 1096 Main St, Newington, CT 06111 "American Fare Galore" is the tagline at this Hockessin, Delaware burger shop. Choose between the eatery's multitude of regionally-inspired burgers — from the Kennett with Swiss and local white mushrooms, the Buffalo turkey with your choice of wing sauce, and the New Orleans with Cajun seasoning and blue cheese crumbles. End on a sweet note with the "Fat Boy," an ice cream sundae in a cinnamon-sugar-dusted fried tortilla bowl. 2 Fat Guys (302) 307-1023 701 Ace Memorial Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707 While homestyle Cuban specialties are not to be missed at this old-fashioned Miami Beach spot, we also recommend ordering one of its traditional hamburgers (they have their own section on the menu for a reason). Savor a beef patty topped with a stack of American cheese, thiny-sliced onions, tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles (sliced the long way!) on a seeded bun served with fries. Make sure you wash it all down with fresh-squeezed Florida orange juice. Tropical Beach Cafe (305) 538-0359 2891 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140 Thankfully, there are no shortage of spots to find a succulent Hudson Grill burger in the greater Atlanta area. You can't go wrong with any of its burgers. There's "The Classic" with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle is consistent, while "The Heisman" with mustard-bacon jam and fried goat cheese is equal parts inventive and sensible. Add a side of ultra-crispy sweet potato fries, served with a sweet and savory marshmallow dipping sauce (don't knock until you try)! Hudson Grille Multiple locations This burger chain offers a dressed-up version of the classic burger, with lettuce, tomato, sautéed onion, and chipotle mayo, but it also prides itself on its Hawai'i-influenced fusion burgers. For something truly original, go for an "Aloha Elvis" with bacon, banana, peanut butter (this burger topping is the ultimate peanut butter hack), and guava jelly, or a "Loco-Moco" with spam, bacon, egg, and mushroom gravy. Bun options range from brioche and whole wheat to taro and a gluten-free option. Honolulu Burger Co. Multiple locations You can't leave Big Jud's without getting your hands on one of the shop's signature one- or two-pound burgers. These delicious monstrosities are stacked with ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, and onion — and, if you get the aptly-named "Man V. Food" burger, you'll also add 10 pieces of bacon, mushroom, blue cheese crumbles, and Swiss. If you still have room (or even if you don't), cap off your feast with a scoop of huckleberry ice cream. Big Jud's Multiple locations A more casual spin-off of the renowned New York City burger landmark Au Cheval, Small Cheval doesn't want to overwhelm you with options. That's why its menu consists of only two burgers — a single or a double, with or without cheese — along with "Famous Fried Chicken" in sandwich or tender form. By default, burgers come "house style" with a perfectly ratioed dijonnaise sauce, onions, and pickles, with the option to add bacon, lettuce, tomato, truffle, and white cheese sauce. On the flipside, the milkshake menu (both as-is and spiked) is extensive, with standouts like salted caramel and cookies and cream. Small Cheval Multiple locations This Indianapolis Gem is no stranger to "best burger" accolades, in part thanks to its loyalty to tradition. The restaurant's no-frills but high-quality model has worked for decades, as evidenced by the vintage photographs and posters for 10-cent beers that the Workingman's Friend wistfully posts on its Facebook account. The Workingman's Friend (317) 636-2067 234 N Belmont Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46222 At this tavern-meets-gastropub, burgers are the main attraction. You can't get more traditional than the "JJ's Smash Burger," featuring a quarter-pound patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, and secret "Tavern sauce." For something more outrageous, try the "Brock Curdy" with barbecue sauce, ranch, American cheese, cheese curds, pulled pork, and bacon. JJ's Tavern and Grill (317) 636-2067 1975 N Ankeny Blvd, Suite 117, Ankeny, IA 50023 The "Six Million Dollar Burger" is what put this Kansas chain on the map. But, contrary to its name, you won't find any outlandish toppings here — three cheeses, mustard, lettuce, tomato, pickle, and raw and grilled onions. Get this saucy, cheesy flavor bomb with a side of French fries (a large size will give you a pound of them), loaded with toppings like chipotle ranch and pepper jack cheese. Bionic Burgers Multiple locations It's been over 70 years since Big Dipper first opened its doors, and, to this day, it's still slinging the same old-school burgers, served on white-bread buns and often with a side of extra-golden tater tots. Nothing beats this Owensboro restaurant's celebration of Burger Week (the first week in March), where you can get your hands on a double cheeseburger with American and ghost-pepper cheeses, bacon, sautéed peppers, and onions at a discounted rate. Big Dipper (270) 684-4806 2820 W Parrish Ave, Owensboro, KY 42301 At Burger Nerds, the signature burger is smashed thin with onions and topped with pickles, special "Nerd sauce," and house-made queso blanco. You can order this winning combination in single, double, or plant-based form, and you can get your side of French fries loaded with the same cheesy goodness. Burger traditionalists need not fear — the Nerds also offer a "Classic Burger" with an onion-smashed patty, pickles, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and Nerd sauce. Burger Nerds Multiple locations While you might be tempted to order a massive pizza pie — named after one of Maine's iconic landmarks —from this local chain (and you should), the "Fryeburg Fair" cheeseburger is also not to be missed. The burger is topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickle, as well as a blend of ketchup and mustard. Make sure to preface it with an order of luxuriously creamy spinach-and-artichoke dip (served with crispy edges in a skillet), and finish off with a warm, 7 inch chocolate cookie. Portland Pie Company Multiple locations Unwieldy burger combinations are the name of the game at Abbey. It's hard to stick to the classics here, with options like an egg-topped "Harry's Bistro Burger" on an English muffin, a tortilla-based "Burger-Dilla," and a "Baltimore Burger" topped with Maryland-style crab dip. If you're looking for an alternative protein, Abbey has you covered with a bison burger with spicy crème fraîche, a homemade veggie burger with goat cheese and herb yogurt, and a Beyond Burger with hot-pepper spread on a wheat bun. Abbey Burger Multiple locations The secret to Bred Gourmet's unique take on the burger? A smoked patty. You'll find this base on most of Bred Gourmet's burgers, but start with the "Bred Classic," featuring bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, American cheese and aioli. When you're ready to try some of the more creative offerings, go for the "Parisian" with caramelized onions (which you can do way faster with this steaming technique), brie, and truffle sauce, or the "Maui" with sweet plantains and habanero pepper jack. Bred Gourmet Multiple locations Taystee's has come a long way from a Deerborn gas station to the Michigan burger empire that it is today. Over 10 years later, you'll still find the "Taystee's Original" 5-ounce Halal patty with lettuce, tomato, pickles, American cheese, grilled onion, and burger sauce on a brioche bun. Bolder menu items include the "Mac Attack" with macaroni and cheese bites and spicy mayonnaise, as well as the "Cool Ranch Supreme" with Doritos, pepper jack, and hot sauce. Taystee's Burgers Multiple locations "We've been slinging beef since before you were born," reads the Dick's Bar and Grill website. "And we're good at it." All of this Osseo eatery's burgers come with double four-ounce patties, and feature toppings like house-made blue cheese dressing, bacon jam and grilled-on shredded cheese "kilts." Make sure to grab an order of seasoned French fries. Dick's Bar and Grill (763) 425-7400 205 Central Ave, Osseo, MN 55369 Make your way to Zip's Café in Magee, Mississippi's for the ultimate in Southern-style comfort food. While Zip's might be best known for its fried chicken and smothered steak plates, its simple-but-solid cheeseburger has received critical acclaim. Fries come heavily battered here, lending an addictive crunch and the structural integrity to withstand as much special sauce as you please. Zip's Café (601) 849-3385 401 Pinola Dr SE Magee, MS 39111 For a best-in-St.-Louis burger, your best bet is Mike Duffy's. Burgers come minimally dressed in brioche buns, with the option to add lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle. Aside from the "Duffy's Classic" hamburger and cheeseburger, try the award-winning Cajun burger with hot jalapeños and Cajun aioli or the fully customizable and vegetarian black bean and quinoa burger. Substitute any of the patties for one made of bison or salmon. Mike Duffy's Multiple locations The namesake burger at The Divide Bar and Grill melds the traditional with the inventive: Two patties with American and pepper jack cheeses, as well as bacon and a zig-zag of "The Divide's unique sauce." If you're looking for a different vehicle to enjoy this classic dish, order the cheeseburger in pasta form with ground beef, homemade cheese sauce and chopped green onion. The Divide Bar and Grill (406) 894-2206 4020 Montana Sapphire Dr, Billings, MT 59106 Burgers are the focal point of Stella's, where toppings are simple but symphonious. Order your single double, or triple burger (with or without cheese) with "everything" and get shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, and mayonnaise, and expect a massive bite — even in its smallest form. Less conventional accoutrements, like jelly, miracle whip, and peanut butter, are also available as add-ons. Stella's Bar and Grill (402) 291-6088 106 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue, NE 68005 Las Vegas's Bar Code Burgers might be the most confident restaurant on this list. Its "2-Bite Guarantee" states that if you're not "impressed" with your burger within within the first two bites, staff will "swiftly remove them from your table." That's a lot of faith to put behind a burger like the "Americana," with lettuce, tomato, crispy onion, pickle, American cheese, ketchup, and mustard, but the restaurant assures that you'll be hooked. Bar Code Burgers (702) 294-2633 1590 East Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89119 As expected, the burger at The Tuckaway, a butcher-restaurant hybrid in Raymond, New Hampshire, shines for its high-quality beef. The "O.G. Tavern Burger" boasts a 10-ounce patty of daily-ground humanely raised beef with the cheese of your choice. Feel free to dress it up further with toppings like braised chuck-roasted enoki mushrooms, creamy beer cheese, and smoked wagyu beef brisket. The Tuckaway (603) 244-2431 58 Route 27, Raymond, NH 03077 You'll have to head to Garfield, New Jersey to try some of Steve's monstrous burger creations — including ultra-thick patties with toppings like the absolute best onion rings , Flamin' Hot Cheetos, and homemade pulled pork. The patty melt is also hard to pass up, with its extra-cheesiness, fried onions, and buttered rye bread, as are the hot dogs that customers recommend you eat while you wait for the main event. Steve's Burgers (973) 772-1770 506 Blvd, Garfield, NJ 07026 Albuquerque dining landmark Frontier has earned a rock-solid reputation for its homey New Mexican cuisine, but its burgers are also worth an order. Go for the original burger with salad dressing, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions on a sesame-seeded bun, or give your meal a little regional flair with red or green chile. If you go the spicy route, order a tall cup of frozen horchata to bring things back down. Frontier (505) 266-0550 2400 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 While this burger chain technically now boasts one location in Washington, D.C., this 7th Street Burger will always be a New York burger shop at heart. Smashed patties here are nearly lacy around the edges with layers of melty American cheese, grilled onions, sliced pickles, and a tangy house sauce, sealed in a pillow-soft potato bun. On the not-so-secret menu, loaded beef French fries get the same toppings, including a chopped-up burger patty. 7th Street Burger Multiple locations At Al's Burger Shack, medium-temperature ("pink") burgers are the standard, and come loaded with everything from American cheese and "AL Sauce" to bacon-onion jam and garlic aioli. The chain's award-winner, the "Bobo Chili Cheeseburger," is topped with homemade chili, American cheese, mustard, onions, and coleslaw. No burger at Al's is complete without an order of rosemary-topped crinkle-cut fries and an M&M milkshake. Al's Burger Shack Multiple locations When it comes to the burger menu at Blue 42, "simple" is far from the first world that comes to mind. Expect burgers made of proteins like beef and chorizo, topped with fixings like elk sausage and teriyaki mayonnaise, and sandwiched between anything from a white roll to a sweet concha. Go for an order of powdered-sugar-dusted funnel cake fries for dessert. Blue 42 Sports Grille (701) 483-2583 36 West Villard St, Dickinson, ND 58601 As you'd expect from a classic deli, the burgers at Jack's Deli and Restaurant lean traditional. For the by-the-books burger lover, try the eight-ounce "Prime Deluxe" with lettuce, tomato, and the option to add cheese. For those interested in this University Heights spot's flagship burger, order the "Famous Cheeseburger Club" double burger with American cheese and grilled onions on slices of grilled rye bread. Jack's Deli and Restaurant (216) 382-5350 14490 Cedar Rd, University Heights, OH 44122 At Nic's, everything goes on the grill — including thick beef patties, strips of bacon, onion, and jalepenos, and the burger buns, themselves. It's not uncommon to see Nic's burgers being cooked with their top buns on, which allows smokey and unctuous flavors to permeate the bread. The restaurant's popularity can sometimes mean a packed bar, but it's worth it for a bite of beefy magic and a side of well-done fries. Nic's Grill (405) 524-0999 1201 N Pennsylvania Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73107 On its surface, Expatriate appears to be another eccentric Portland restaurant with a voicey menu, but it ultimately is so much more than that. Case and point: The "American Standard" plate, which comes with two medium-rare quarter-pound burgers American cheese, ketchup, mustard, and raw onion on soft buns. Make your burger experience even fancier with the addition of a "Floating World" cocktail featuring melon liqueur, coconut, and genmaicha. Expatriate (503) 867-5309 5424 NE 30th Ave., Portland, OR 97211 This Philadelphia Brewery might not specialize in the burger, but its standalone "Hygge Burger," with both ground chuck ad brisket beef, sharp cheddar, bibb lettuce, red onion, garlic-dill pickles and special "Hygge Sauce" on a brioche bun. Take it to the next level by adding bacon or a fried egg, or go vegetarian with a patty made with mushroom and barley, topped with homemade bread-and-butter pickles and cabbage slaw. Bar Hygge (215) 765-2274 1720 Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130 Between toasty, golden, seeded buns and exciting rotating specials, Chomp is a prime spot for getting a good burger in Rhode Island. Catch special, fleeting combinations like burgers topped with birria and served on a torta with consomé, crab rangoon filling and pineapple-sweet-chili sauce, and cheddar-brisket hash with Korean barbecue sauce. In a display of versatility, you can order any of Chomp's burgers with a grilled or fried chicken filet or a veggie patty. Chomp Multiple locations The menu at this Columbia gem, featuring locally-sourced and seasonal ingredients, might change by the day, you can usually expect to see an inventive, "M.S.C" burger at lunchtime. It might feature Havarti and smoked bacon, or pimento cheese and pickled onions, but, whatever configuration you find it, you can be certain it'll be satisfying — and served with a side of roasted potatoes. Motor Supply Company Bistro (803) 256-6687 920 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201 This Brookings burger joint is creeping up on its centennial year — and there's no better way to celebrate than with an uncomplicated-but-tasty burger. Order it single or double, with or without cheese, with your choice of ketchup, mustard, onions, pickles, and relish. Revel in its simplicity, then flag down a server at the wrap-around dining counter and ask for a slice of house-made pie. Nick's Hamburger Shop (605) 692-4324 427 Main Ave, Brookings, SD 57006 Bare Bones is another butcher-shop-restaurant hybrid, so one thing is for certain: You can expect a high-quality burger. The cheeseburger is simple and reliable, with two patties, American cheese, yellow mustard, homemade pickles, and Duke's mayonnaise (we are in the South, after all). Along with this evergreen menu item, the restaurant also announces ever-changing weekly sandwich specials to its loyal Instagram followers. Bare Bones Butcher (615) 730-9808 906 51st Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209 Head to San Antonio, Texas, for a burger that Chris Madrids's website promises is made "with love." The two menu must-tries are the "Cheddar Cheezy" ("everyone's favorite"), with copious amounts of gooey cheddar cheese and lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, and mustard, and the specialty "Tostada Burger," with homemade refried beans, onions, chips, and cheddar. Hand-cut fry portions serve anywhere from one to four diners. Chris Madrids (210) 735-3552 1900 Blanco Rd., San Antonio, TX 78212 This Moab eatery just celebrated its 70th anniversary, and with its top-tier burgers and soft-serve-based milkshakes, there's no doubt that it's here to stay. Get a basic hamburger or cheeseburger with the usual suspects (lettuce, onion, pickle, ketchup, and mustard), or go for a specialty burger with toppings like blue cheese crumbles or barbecue brisket. To drink, choose from over 15 milkshake flavors and mix-ins. Milt's Stop N' Eat (435) 259-7424 356 Millcreek Dr, Moab, Utah 84532 Burger meat and toppings at this Vermont-based gastropub are notably locally sourced from farms across the state, from ground beef, pork, and turkey to cheddar and smoked queso. Try the beef option with arugula, pickled red onions, and homemade condiments, the pork with sauerkraut, garlic mayonnaise, and a sunny-side-up egg, or the turkey with red onion jam, grilled apple, and dijonnaise. The Farmhouse Tap and Grill Multiple locations Charlottesville has its burger scene covered with Citizen. The restaurant proclaims that it sells "the people's burgers," with locally sourced buns, grass-fed-and-finished beef, and Virginia cheeses. Take full advantage of the customizable, build-your-own burger menu, where you can top your creation with black onion, local mushrooms, fried pickles, and aged provolone. Notably, Citizen Burger Bar also offers a truffled brioche roll. Citizen Burger Bar (434) 979-9944 212 East Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902 There are a few key details that make Big Max Burger Co. stand out from its Seattle peers. The first is its 3.5-ounce patties made from beef and bacon; the second is its choice to caramelize red onions instead of the traditional white and sweet; and the third is its savory slices of smoked cheddar. You can't go wrong with any of the burgers on this menu — but you can go wrong if you don't order a side of perfectly circular, fast-food-style chicken nuggets. Big Max Burger Co. (206) 946 - 6636 1935 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 Burgers at Wheeling, West Virginia's The Avenue toe the line between minimalist, classic recipes and embellished gastropub creations. You can go for the classic, with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and diced onion a Kaiser roll, or step things up a bit with smoked gouda cheese, spinach, caramelized onion and garlic aioli on a brioche bun. Order a side of the house-made chips, and stuff them into your burger, for the ultimate crunch. The Avenue (304) 905-8300 Waterfront Hall, 1230 Water St, Wheeling, WV 26003 Get ready for a mouthful if you visit AJ Bombers — here, the "Classic AJ" comes with two quarter-pound patties, as well as American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and special Bombers sauce. If you're less of a purist, you can adventurously order the "Pizza Burger" with garlic-toasted buns and expected pepperoni pizza toppings, or a turkey burger with muenster and toasted fennel seeds. AJ Bombers (414) 221-9999 1247 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 The first thing you'll notice about Broadway Burger Station burgers are its buns — warm and cornmeal-crusted — which set the stage for a memorable burger experience. Burgers also skew larger here, with several third- and half-pound patty options — including some with elk meat, teriyaki pineapple, and pastrami. Don't forget to finish off with a malted milkshake (you probably wouldn't guess what the malt in your milkshake is) with flavors as classic as chocolate and strawberry and as unconventional as macadamia nut and cheesecake. Broadway Burger Station (307) 362-5858 628 Broadway St, Rock Springs, WY 82901 There are hundreds of delicious burgers across the United States, and picking the best one per state is no easy task. Two burgers can taste equally amazing — but be completely different in construction, flavor, and toppings. For this list of the hands-down best burgers in every state, we looked for restaurants that are as successful in the most classic burger preparations as they are in the creative ones. Whether you're a burger traditionalist or an avant-garde burger consumer, the restaurants in this lineup will have a solid option for both schools of thought. The selection process for this article included taste testing, online research, outreach in local social media communities, and sourcing from trusted contacts in the restaurant and food media industries, with the goal of finding the best-tasting, most consistent, and most popular burgers in the country. Read the original article on Chowhound.
News.com.au
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Aussie YouTuber Spanian leaves small shop owner speechless
A takeaway store owner's beautiful reaction to a $5,000 tip has set the internet alight and sent customers flocking to his humble Sydney eatery. Anthony Lees, better known by his social media moniker Spanian, visited the dilapidated 'milk bar' in Waterloo as part of a challenge for his hugely popular YouTube channel. The reformed criminal has built up a massive following online with his music and documentary-style vlogs in struggling suburbs around the world. In a clip posted earlier this week, Lees embarked on one his well-known 'food hunts' – this time hitting up three Sydney takeaway joints to see who could lay claim to the best burger and chips. Lees hand-picked three 'old-school' stores for the challenge: Sunny's Takeaway in Chifley, an unnamed milk bar in Waterloo and Daily Fresh lunch bar in Alexandria. The 38-year-old went to great lengths to avoid tipping off the workers inside the store to ensure he would get an authentic customer service experience. After sampling all three, he declared the Waterlook takeaway the winner and revisited the run-down milk bar to surprise the owner with $5,000 in cash. 'It's just him in there solo, the shop is basically empty,' he said as the camera panned around the dilapidated exterior. 'I want to say to you that it was a very nice burger, very good,' he added as he approached the unsuspecting owner – known affectionately by locals as Chicken George. 'You've got very good burgers, very good prices and you're very friendly.' 'I'm going to give you a tip,' he told the man as he began to count out $100 bills. 'No you don't have to... I didn't expect this' an overwhelmed George protested. Lees left the wad of notes on the counter and slipped out of the tiny store before it could be returned. Viewers were quick to flood the comments of the heartwarming footage and heap praise upon the store as the video landed on YouTube's trending list and amassed over 500,000 views. 'I'm so glad you chose the right person. You can tell he's a hard worker. I'm not going to lie … I cried a little,' said one. 'That man was well deserving. Him refusing the money even if he may have needed it was so humbling. A man did gold and he deserves the best,' said another. 'I used to live in Waterloo. That shop owner was always nice and kind. Would often give food to people or not worry if people had the exact amount,' added a third. Fans were also impressed by Lees' generous gift, praising his act of kindness and support for the local community. 'You've gone above and beyond mate. Looking after the community like that,' said one viewer. 'I've got a tear in my eye, you are a good man Spanian,' said another emotional fan. 'What a man you have become Spanian,' said a third. In a separate clip, Spanian returned to Waterloo just days later only to find business was booming inside the little takeaway shop. 'The shop is full of people who all came because of me,' he said. 'It's full of businessmen and people that aren't from here,' he added as a man in a suit waited in the queue. When visited the store – which has since been flooded with five-star reviews – the owner politely chose not to speak about the tip and instead focused on serving customers.
The Sun
17-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Iconic fast food chain that ‘beats out McDonald's any day of the week' plans to open 100 locations in UK
A SMASHED burger joint that "beats McDonald's any day" is set to open 100 UK locations. A burger chain hailing from Amsterdam is due to open 100 UK locations in the in the coming years. 3 3 The chain, Fat Phill's, opened its first UK location in London in 2024 with the restaurant planning big expansions across the UK. A further 100 restaurants are reportedly on the way with a new location set to open in Temple Bar, Dublin this June. Plans are in motion with the rest of the 100 locations expected to be open by 2034. The chain was founded in the Netherlands where 18 locations boast huge success. Fat Phill's boasts "Amsterdam's best" burger and has been said to beat McDonald's any day. Freshly Baked, the company behind Auntie Anne's UK are set to handle the expansion into the UK and Ireland. Dozens more high street branches of Fat Phill's are reportedly already in the works. The chain has been quietly expanding into the UK since it opened it's first location. The London site, in Clapham Junction, has already racked up hundreds of gleaming reviews from satisfied diners. The fast food chain describes itself as American themed, combining culture and music. Serving everything diners could want from an American themed fast food chain Fat Phill's menu hosts smash burgers, waffle fries, Philly Cheesteaks, tater tots and more. Showing off it's Dutch roots the restaurant also offers Stroopwafel shakes, based on the classic Dutch sweet treat. Opened in 2019 the chain has seen massive success over just six years in business. Founder Armin Vahabian opened the restaurant without any initial investors. He has found wide success before the age of thirty thanks to Fat Phill's popularity. The first Fat Phill's was opened in the Dutch capital Amsterdam. Further locations in Eindhoven, Rotterdam and Utrecht quickly followed. When the Clapham location opened one blogger said Fat Phill's: "Beats McDonald's and KFC." Dozens of UK food chains have expanded into the UK recently and found massive success. Fat Phill's is set to open it's next location next month with more soon to follow. The US restaurant chains that have landed in the UK Huge brand Popeyes first crossed the Atlantic in 2021 and it now has 50 stores in the UK, with plans to expand further. Meanwhile Church's Texas Chicken, which reviewers have branded "better than KFC" is set to open its first UK sites. It says it has plans for 900 branches across the country. Wendy's, renowned for its famous square burgers, is opening its 50th store in the UK this year. It's said it plans to establish 150 locations across the country by 2028. The expansion is set to create over 150 jobs. Meanwhile sandwich chain Which Wich is launching its second UK store on London's Fleet Street in June. The Texas-based chain, which first arrived in the UK in 2018, has a flagship location at Central St Giles. The Which Wich website boasts of 'custom-crafted sandwiches and salads' with 'over 60 toppings to create a masterpiece'. Another American chain that's made its mark on the UK is Wingstop, which now has 57 sites here.
