Burger Day 4 in Chicago: High Brow, Low Brow, and Delicious

After the wild success that was Burger Day 3000, the boys of Burger Day are back for their fourth beef patty tour of Chicago by visiting five restaurants in one day. The quality wasn't as good this time around, but the day was every bit as fun.

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22 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, January 12, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, Burger Day, Byron's Hot Dog Haus, Chicago, Chicago Cut Steakhouse, Gibsons Steakhouse, Illinois, Max's Take Out, Nicky's The Real McCoy, reviews

Chicago: Postmodern Burger at Next Will Blow Your Mind and Make You Giggle

What happens when the creative geniuses behind one of the world's most wildly acclaimed restaurants get to unleash their mad scientist molecular gastronomy in a whimsical environment? At Next, the newish creation from the team at Alinea, it means the simple hamburger undergoes a glorious transformation.

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23 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, December 15, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, Chicago, Illinois, Next, recommended, reviews

Chicago: Great Choices Abound at Butcher & The Burger

There may not be a place in Chicago that offers more distinct flavor profiles than recently-opened Butcher & the Burger. With 10 different patties and 11 different spice blends, I doubt anyone is going to make it through the entire menu. Based on my visit, though, it might be worth trying.

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11 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, December 1, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, Butcher & The Burger, Chicago, recommended, reviews

Chicago Burger Tour with George Motz: Edzo's, M Burger, and Top Notch

When George Motz asked if I wanted to go on a burger tour, I had to say yes. I mean, wasn't I practically required to go? How could I turn down the chance to eat an inordinate amount of ground beef around Chicago with the man that literally wrote the book on the subject?

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18 Comments | Posted by Nick Kindelsperger, November 29, 2011 at 2:00 PM
Tagged: Chicago, Eddie Lakin, Edzo's, Evanston, George Motz, Illinois, M Burger, Top Notch Beefburger

Chicago: Blackbird's Burger Will Make You Sing

Perhaps it shouldn't be a surprise, but Blackbird, one of the best restaurants in Chicago, makes one of the city's finest burgers.

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8 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, November 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, Blackbird, Chicago, Illinois, recommended, reviews

Burgers from GQ's Ten Best New Restaurants in America

Burger from Grüner. [Photograph: Adam Lindsley] In the January 2011 issue of GQ, Alam Richman names the ten best new restaurants in the US. Although Richman doesn't mention it, two of those restaurants serve burgers—and we happen to have...

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1 Comment | Posted by Robyn Lee, December 15, 2010 at 4:00 PM
Tagged: best-of lists, Chicago, GQ, Gruner, Illinois, Longman and Eagle, Oregon, Portland

Friday Deal at Primehouse in Chicago: Get 2 Burgers and 2 Cabs for $15

David Burke's Primehouse in Chicago is offering a nice deal on Fridays for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.): Get two 5-ounce burgers (AHT approved) and two 3-ounce Cabernet Sauvignon pours for $15. Call 312-660-6000 to make a reservation. [via...

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2 Comments | Posted by Robyn Lee, November 24, 2010 at 4:45 PM
Tagged: Chicago, David Burke's Primehouse, Illinois, promotions

A Delicious Patty Party at Chicago Gourmet's Hamburger Hop

With Bon Appetit on board as the new primary sponsor of Chicago Gourmet, it was inevitable that the celebration of Chicago's best eats would get a little bigger and include a few more national attention-grabbers this year. The main event was definitely larger this year, but the big change was the addition of a Friday night kickoff in the form of the Hamburger Hop, a burger competition featuring 15 Chicago chefs.

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2 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, September 30, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Tagged: Chicago, events, Hamburger Hop, Illinois

Excellent Burgers and a Cornucopia of Fried Deliciousness at Wiener and Still Champion

Wiener and Still Champion might be one of the more innovative burger and hot dog stands around. And that's not even taking into account specials like the Luther Burger (bacon cheeseburger with a doughnut bun) and the weekly innovative dipping sauces ranging from Candied Ginger Balsamic to Spring Dill. But as appealing as the specials are, the regular menu is so diverse and exciting, there's little reason to even get to the specials.

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6 Comments | Posted by Daniel Zemans, September 23, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, Chicago, Evanston, Illinois, reviews, Wiener and Still Champion

Burger Events This Weekend in Chicago: Roscoe Village Burger Fest, Kuma's Corner Party

[Image: chicagoevents.com] Burger lovers in Chicago may want to check out two events this weekend. The Roscoe Village Burger Fest taking place on Saturday and Sunday, July 10-11, from noon to 10 p.m., will feature live music and seven burger...

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Post a Comment | Posted by Robyn Lee, July 8, 2010 at 5:15 PM
Tagged: Chicago, events, Illinois