Maid Rite Made Right!

I was told by a couple of people that I needed to go to Rolla for a Maid Rite burger. So when Burger Buddy Colleen presented me with this opportunity, I was not about to decline, even if it would be my third burger of the weekend!

I was a little disappointed that they, like Booches, only offer mustard, ketchup, pickles and onions, but I can forgive this for a number of reasons. First, the loose quality of the meat makes toppings like lettuce and tomato more messy and difficult. Also, after I ordered, I was told that they chop up the onions, meaning they are more incorporated into the meat, not large slices atop the burger. I can handle chopped up onions, and even pickles, so I regret only getting ketchup and cheese on my burger. It was also cheaper (which I suppose makes sense, since it's a fast-food restaurant) and friendlier, which anyone can appreciate!

As for the actual burger, it was quite tasty for what it was and I really enjoyed my burger experience. Pair it with some fried mushrooms and you've got yourself a delicious meal on the go!

8/10 sesame seeds

Chile's Big Mouth Burger.

Delicious! Nothing too special, but I just love the ability to get a big burger with fries and gorge myself. This is a mother of a burger and I polished that sucker off.. Yummmm! Thanks Burger Buddy Colleen!

7.5/10 Sesame seeds!

Muchas Booches

I did it! Burger Buddy Noelle and I ate at what is considered one of the best burger places in Columbia, MO. Here's how Booches works. Most people order, at least, two burgers because their burgers are petite, as you can see above.

They don't use plates, just square pieces of parchment paper. As for condiments, they only have mustard, ketchup, pickles and onions... no lettuce or tomato. And for the life of me, I cannot figure out why. What kind of burger is too good for lettuce and tomato?? So, being me, I just had cheese and ketchup on my burger. (For being my only condiment, they sure skimped on my ketchup!) The other bummer was their lack of fries. Again I am forced to ask, what kind of burger is too good for fries??

The quality of burger is pretty delicious and I enjoyed what I ate, but I don't think I could go back unless I was with someone who insisted on going there. I would rather have a good-sized burger and fries over two small burgers. I would rather have tomato and lettuce, than not even be given the option. It bothers me that I have to run to an ATM just to eat there, because heaven forbid they accept anything other than cash. And quite frankly, I sensed a standard of

exclusive snootiness. It was the type of place where townies or grad students go, a place where the regular customers seemed bothered by young college students. The service was mediocre, but it didn't come with a smile or kind word. Instead, I was reprimanded for taking a picture of the hard-working cook (below). Honestly, it's difficult to enjoy a burger when one can't enjoy the restaurant and this seems to be something that Booches doesn't take into account.

A burger is an American food and in America we have certain freedoms. One of those freedoms is to choose what and how we want things, especially when it comes to burgers. If a restaurant feels it is too good for basic burger accoutrements, then they better have the best damn burger with the best damn service. Not a decent tiny burger with half-assed service. To be so strict and exclusive is simply unAmerican and for this reason, I will be hard-pressed to return to this establishment. Columbia townies can have their special burger place; I'd take Culver's and In-N-Out over Booches any day!

7/10 sesame seeds... same as the McGangBang.

Peace & Burgers

A Quick Burger Blog Update!

I want to make clear that if you have a Gmail account, you can comment on my blog. You don't need a blogspot account or anything like that, so if you have an opinion, burger recommendation or anything of importance to bring to my attention, don't hesitate!

And for all you faithful readers, I will be posting my Booche's experience later today, I just haven't had the chance to upload the pictures yet (and I'm not about to blog with no pictures!) My next endeavor will be the Field House marinated burger... which I'm pretty excited for (and why wouldn't I be? Burgers, duh!). I'm also curious about this recommendation I received last night, has anyone heard of D. Rowes or Drowes? I made a note of it, but it seems more cryptic and I can't exactly recall how it was pronounced. Please let me know!

In the wise words of Burger Buddy Dyer, "The Burger is the ultimate sandwich. You can do anything with it."

Peace & Burgers

The McGangBang is not sexy

Oh god, my stomach is knotting up. Only minutes ago, I ate the infamous McGangBang... and actually, it was delicious. I wouldn't give it Burger Boner status; I consider it a Burger Bonus, though. I ate mine with ketchup and BBQ sauce, no pickles, onions or mustard, as you can hear in my video!         

 

Unfortunately, the chicken sandwich did not include the bun, so it wasn't quite the burger I had read about, but it was still pretty hefty. The sandwich actually made McDonald's fries taste barely mediocre (I guess they do already, but it was even less than that). 

When we ordered, for Burger Buddy Stuart joined me in this endeavor, there was a 30 second pause before the employee spoke again, making sure he had heard correctly. I think the guy who took our order was confused, but when we got our order an employee exclaimed, "I know whatchu talkin' bout! That's how we do it down Souf! Yo, I hooked ya'll up!" And hooked up we were. As you can see from the picture, it was simply a chicken patty nestled between two delicious burger patties. The patty excitement was palpable. I was expecting some lettuce, tomato and maybe some more buns, but this McGangBang did the trick. After a night of casual drinking, this delicious sandwich was exactly what the doctor ordered!

I would recommend it to anyone to try, you'd be surprised, but I'm not sure I'd order it again (mainly for health reasons). I'm hoping my heart and digestive system pull through this, but I think the experience was worth it. I'd give it 3 out of 5 sesame seeds (it's how I'm going to rate my burgers since it's alliteration and a burger reference all in one). Go try one, just once!

Peace & Burgers

Burger Brittany's First Booches Burger!

Hear ye, hear ye! Next Thursday will be my first ever Booches burger! Located on 9th street in Columbia, MO, this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant was supposedly named one of the top ten burgers in USA Today in 2000. Upon hearing about my blog, plenty of locals and college students were first shocked that I'd never had a Booches burger and then highly recommended it to me. So, I figure it should be my very first burger review! I hear it's not served with fries, which I'm not too keen about, but I give every burger a fair shot, despite it's side, or lack thereof. Thursday, 5pm, burger and beer, join me!

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A Comprehensive Comment on Condiments

You would think that a burger connoisseur such as myself would be open to any and all condiments; that if I'm to order a burger, I'm going to want it with everything, the way God intended. I hate to disappoint, but this is not the case. I'll just start with my least favorite furnishing and work my way up.

I know many will be outraged by this, but I can't stand yellow mustard, or really most mustards besides honey. (I won't even kiss my Burger Boy-toy if he's been consuming this cursed condiment) When I was little, I detested this condiment condemnation, but thought that I would like it as an adult, because, well, adults eat all kinds of gross things. It's part of being an adult! Unfortunately, I never developed a taste for mustard and therefor will not eat a burger that has come into contact with it. It's just not happening. Heinz mustard is probably the most popular brand and one of my best Burger Buddies loves her mustard and pickles; popular with most people, but not me!

I'm more fickle with pickles. I generally prefer it as a garnish to go along side my burger, like a french fry. Every now and then, if I want to mix it up with more than just the tomato and lettuce, I'll put on a pickle or two. I also have a preference for types of pickle slices. My least favorite is the little round slices, which are typically for burgers, being the reason I don't like them on my burger. The slices just seem old and rubbery to me, not crisp like the pickle spears. I love pickle spears! Which, once again, explains why I like them as a garnish. As for whole pickles, I like the fresh crispness, but it's just way to much pickle! I don't know why but I find a stork with a pickle charming, so I prefer Vlasic to most pickle brands. Hehehe "best pickle I ever heard"! *CRUNCH*

I LOVE KETCHUP!!! You hear me? Love it! Heinz, in particular, is my very favorite. Hunt's and store brands are all secondary to Heinz. Heinz is the Rolls Royce of ketchups. And don't ever call it "catsup" in my presence. "Catsup" sounds like something a feline may have regurgitated. It's just a gross word, like moist or squirt. Actually, I like both of those words more than catsup. Just don't say it. I used to live in Pittsburgh, the birthplace of Heinz (and perhaps the origin of my steadfast love for this tasty tomato product). When I was in fourth grade I had the exciting opportunity to tour the Heinz factory and even received a ketchup pin! When I eat a burger and fries, I'll generally go through nearly 4 oz of ketchup. To give you an idea, there's 20 oz of ketchup in a basic Heinz ketchup bottle (see bottle on the platter above). Ketchup is the perfect compliment to any burger!

Then there are your more adventurous dipping sauces and spreads. Many people like ranch dressing. It gets a bit old for me, but sometimes I'll go for a dip or two. Mayonnaise should probably not go on burgers, but some enjoy it. Although, I've never heard of anyone who prefers mayonnaise. Thousand Island is popular, but due to my pickle pickiness, I shy away. Barbeque sauce also has its place in the burger world, especially with swiss cheese and

 mushrooms! I've actually even eaten a burger with peanut butter on it! It was called the Guber Burger and it was surprisingly delicious. It can be found at Wheel Inn Drive In in Sedalia, MO. Don't be fooled by the internet; it claims it closed in September 2007, but I visited in the Fall of 2008!

A final word, since I know this blog has been a bit rambling, I generally like just lettuce and tomato, as far as vegetables go on my burgers. There are specialty burger that require other things, like bacon or mushrooms or caramelized onions, but I'll save those for a separate blog! Another little quirk is that I like all my furnishings on the side, including ketchup, so I can choose what and how much I want for every bite!

Peace & Burgers

Hamburger Helper

Oh hayyy! Guess what I made for dinner??

McGangBang

Ok, so McDonald's burger are just gross, BUT the McGangBang has just been brought to my attention (by Burger Buddy Tina) and I intend on eating it! This sandwich consists of two burgers surrounding a chicken sandwich. I'm a bit appalled that this abomination exists, but by golly I must try it! For a better explanation visit: http://www.eatmedaily.com/2009/03/the-mcgangbang-a-mcchicken-sandwich-inside-a-double-cheeseburger/

I will be sure to give an immediate report after I partake in this McDonald's massacre of a sandwich!

Burger Bonananza

Check it! Me with a big plate of palatable patties!

Burger Jack!

My burger Boy-toy's buddy!

Fast Food Burger Boners

I'm sure you all have your favorite places to grab a burger and I do too! I'm from the West Coast, but am currently living in the Midwest, so it should come as no surprise that my top choices are In-N-Out and Culver's.

Let's start with In-N-Out. Damn, I haven't eaten In-n-Out in nearly a year and this is a MAJOR Burger Bummer. I love everything from their fresh, simple menu ( http://www.in-n-out.com/freshness.asp ) to their lovely little french fries. Most fans are aware that you can order a burger "Animal Style", which involves everything, including grilled onions and a special Thousand Island-type sauce. However I had no idea their secret menu was any more extensive. Check out http://www.badmouth.net/in-n-outs-secret-menu/ ! I'm only counting down the days until November, when I can go home and wrap my mouth around a delicious Double-Double and a big basket of fries! Not too mention, they treat their employees great, with  wages around $10 an hour!

I met Culver's much later in life and have never looked back since. Who doesn't love a good Butter Burger 

Basket? For those of you in the dark, this generally looks like a delicious cheeseburger (with an adorable signature pickle slice on top of the bun), crinkle-cut fries and a shake (or fountain drink for you wimps). They claim their burgers are never frozen and, well, they taste fresh to me! They also put the cheese under the patty. A little unorthodox, I know, but they make it work. Unlike In-N-Out, they have an extensive menu of delicious frozen treats that compliment their bodacious burgers and my Burger Boy-toy loves their chocolate shakes! What are you waiting for? Get Culverized!! You'll know it when it happens..

On a side note, I hear Whataburger is great, but I have never been Texas or near any region that this chain inhabits. So if you have anything to say about it, let me know!

Peace & Burgers

Burgers!

I'm Brittany and I love burgers! But not just burgers, I love cheeseburgers, bleu burgers, veggie burgers, bacon burgers and more! Essentially, I'm a burger enthusiast who has been inspired to report on the best burgers, burger places and everything burger related. I'll share my latest Burger Bummers and Boners (the worst and most excellent of burger culture). I'll introduce you to my Burger Boy-toy and maybe even a couple Burger Buddies. Just remember, Brittany's my name and burgers are my game!

Peace & Burgers