Chain Reaction: Hard Rock Cafe

At Hard Rock Cafe, massive 10-ounce burgers are the norm, and each location has their own "Local Legendary" interpretation. The burgers are surprisingly well crafted, though not flawless.

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2 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, February 10, 2012 at 10:45 AM
Tagged: AHT Reviews, Chain Reaction, chains, Hard Rock Cafe, reviews, San Diego, Southern Cailfornia

San Diego: Pigging Out at Carnitas' Snack Shack

Carnitas' Snack Shack may be named after a mini pot bellied pig, but there's more to the menu than just pork. The burger is easily one of the best new entries in town.

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11 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, February 2, 2012 at 11:00 AM
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San Diego: The View at George's is Killer, but the Burger Isn't

George's Ocean Terrace may have the best view in La Jolla, but the grilled Niman Ranch burger was a bummer.

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11 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, January 19, 2012 at 11:30 AM
Tagged: AHT Reviews, California, George's Ocean Terrace, reviews, San Diego, Southern Cailfornia

Chain Reaction: Wet Willie's

The frozen drinks (and novelty factor) make Wet Willie's worth a visit, but don't, under any circumstances, order a burger.

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11 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, December 30, 2011 at 9:45 AM
Tagged: California, Chain Reaction, chains, Mini Burgers, San Diego, Wet Willie's

San Marcos, CA: Burgers, Beer, and Aioli at Sublime Ale House

The beer and burgers are great at Sublime Ale House, but it's the extensive selection of aiolis that make this North County gastropub really worth a visit.

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6 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, December 22, 2011 at 11:00 AM
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San Diego: Close, But Not Quite at Urge Gastropub

Urge Gastropub's measuredly cheffy burgers make it a great spot to challenge preconceived notions of what a burger should be—and the 50+ brews on tap (plus over 100 more in bottles) don't hurt either.

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9 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, December 7, 2011 at 10:45 AM
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11 Burgers That Are Worth the Hype

Famous burgers may not always live up to the hype, but mountains of praise have to be right sometimes. Here are some of our favorite burgers around the country that are worth the hype.

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36 Comments | Posted by The Serious Eats Team, November 28, 2011 at 10:30 AM
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San Diego: Thanksgiving Burger at Slater's 50/50

The aptly-named Thanksgiving Burger at Slater's 50/50 is topped with stuffing, cranberry sauce, sage mayo, and turkey gravy.

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6 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, November 22, 2011 at 10:00 AM
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Chain Reaction: The Habit Burger Grill

The Habit Burger Grill makes a solid burger, and the fries (sweet potato and regular) are equally good.

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20 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, November 18, 2011 at 4:30 PM
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San Diego: A Burger Bathed in Beer at Karl Strauss

Karl Strauss' Big Beer Burger (made with four different types of beer) is the perfect pick during San Diego Beer Week.

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10 Comments | Posted by Erin Jackson, November 10, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Tagged: AHT reviews, California, Karl Strauss, recomended, reviews, San Diego, Southern California