Probably the best burger I'll ever eat!?
I am not a burger guru. I like a burger on occasion, but given any option other than a burger...I'll probably take it. I collect silverware, I like clean, I like stylish and this place...it is NONE of the above; but it is the probably the BEST burger you will ever have. I had heard rumors of this place and happened by it today. (It really isn't on my route, so it takes effort to get to.) I was expecting a little more nouveau eclectic, since the hipsters have spread that way...but no, they haven't gotten this far. This is the real thing...a ghetto snack bar. Now it has the down and out feel, but it is clean; worn, tattered, but Miss Ann knows clean and sanitary I feel sure.
Miss Ann is a trip. Others have classified her as rude and curt, but I felt her honest and straightforward. She reminded me of a few of the more disciplining housekeepers I have endured. I LOVE her list of rules....pretty much common sense and courtesy. And the woman is serious about the NO cell phone usage...wish our country club had as much backbone! Yes, this place is a one woman show and if you want the burger; you'll do it her way or back to the highway.
My son (who is a burger expert) and I arrived late, around 2:30. It was rainy and a state/federal holiday, so I think the crowd was light and we just walked in and were instructed by Miss Ann to take two of the empty three seats at the bar. (One of the rules....only eight inside at a time and you must be seated. Now that is just civilized, if you ask me.) When Miss Ann had her affairs in order she took our order. She was very agreeable and pleasant about answering questions about the different burgers and seemed quite professional and attentive to everyone at the counter. Orders taken, she began the process of creating her confections. In about 20 minutes she instructed us to get our drinks out of the cooler and she would bring some ice, which she did promptly. Then the fries were served. Hot and just the right amount of grease to get the salt and red pepper to adhere. Miss Ann then instructed us to pass down the pepper and ketchup, family style and made sure we all had access to the napkins (VERY important). Some people commented to skip the fries...I disagree. Next she assembled the burgers, one at a time. These are monstrous. We had ghetto burgers which easily have 1/2 pound of succulent, seasoned beef on them, along with cheese, onions, lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mustard, mayo, chili and bacon (maybe I missed something...who knows). My son did eat everything. I stuffed a little less than half before I was about to explode. These burgers are easily enough for two, three or four people. Now, don't ask when your burger is going to be done, etc. You can see the woman working and you will get what you ordered when it is ready and when Miss Ann serves you: be patient. Miss Ann demands respect by all here patrons of her and other patrons...respect it and enjoy. One patron made the comment....only other burger this good is by my mama; let's just say my mama doesn't do burgers...so this the best burger I am likely to ever have.
Why to come here: 1.. GREAT burger, 2. Cultural experience and atmosphere, 3. Miss Ann, a woman with a skill, a vision and a backbone. 4. What a bargain...two huge ghetto burger combos...$20! 5. Free, safe, easy parking
Why not to come here: 1. What a lot of choices, 2. In a hurry...not going to happen, 3. not a rule follower, 4. Can't put down your phone, 5. Insist on pristine.. 6. not into the cultural experience. I am sure there is a Appleby's close to you.
TIPS: DO NOT come here with a crowd. There are 8 seats...only eight. This is Miss Ann's snack bar, not yours and NOT fast food. Also remember Miss Ann is the burger natzi...respect the rules and you'll get your burger. CASH!
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Tried to get whinerguy to meet me here for lunch but he pussyied out.
Whinerguy just wants to sit behind a computer and never have lunch with anyone at mj's:SIB
RAYMOND - you could not deal with old lady Ann she would clown you and kick you out faster than you can say ghettoburger :142smilie