Sunday, November 15, 2009
Food, "Dish"

We’ve got beef

Where to find the best burgers in town

By Katie Gallagher

A burger craving shouldn’t be ignored. When it strikes, it can be sudden. So we want you to be prepared. We’ve done the hard research to round up some inventive interpretations on this American favorite around town to satisfy your beef needs.

RI RA IRISH PUB
WHY WE LOVE IT: Between the buns, the beef sits pretty, topped with melted cheese, crispy onion rings and Guinness barbecue sauce at $10. Done.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1080 Peachtree St. NE. 404-477-1700. www.rira.com.

ANN’S SNACK BAR
WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s ridiculous in the best way possible. Don’t be intimidated when you approach your “ghetto burger,” complete with chili, bacon, cheese and the usual burger suspects. Gluttony is welcome. You’ll want to hug yourself for this one.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1615 Memorial Drive SE. 404-687-9207.

P’CHEEN
WHY WE LOVE IT: Harissa aioli is the glue of the grilled Angus and portabella creation found at the cozy neighborhood haunt. Live beats are spun on weekends. Get involved.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 701-5 Highland Ave. 404-529-8800. www.pcheen.com.

MUSS AND TURNER’S
WHY WE LOVE IT: The beef is organic and local. The vibe is relaxed and friendly, but the burger is top quality at a price that won’t hurt your feelings: $11.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1675 Cumberland Parkway. 770-434-1114. www.mussandturners.com.

BRICK STORE PUB
WHY WE LOVE IT: This Decatur mainstay rocks you with a succulent, freshly seasoned, build it with the basics version at $7. Adding a quality brew to the mix will be painless, as the beer list is quite large.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 125 E. Court Square. 404-687-0990. www.brickstorepub.com.

FLIP
WHY WE LOVE IT: Flip takes the burger places it doesn’t don’t usually go. Picky and adventurous palates can perch at the same table and find a burger that pleases in a hip yet chill atmosphere.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1587 Howell Mill Road. 404-352-3547. www.flipburgerboutique.com.

SERPAS
WHY WE LOVE IT: If bacon brings a burger together for you, Chef Scott Serpas delivers in the form of twin beef patties, applewood bacon and red wine dressing.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 659 Auburn Ave. 404-688-0040. www.serpasrestaurant.com.

BOCADO
WHY WE LOVE IT: Get comfortable with their burger stack on the Westside. It’s a fun, stylish place packing big flavor from Chef Todd Ginsberg.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 887 Howell Mill Road. 404-815-1399. www.bocadoatlanta.com.

BLT STEAK
WHY WE LOVE IT: Modern and bold reconcile with classic and delicious when the Bayley Hazen Blue Burger touches table in the sleek dining room at BLT Steak.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 45 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. 404-577-7601.  HYPERLINK "http://www.bltsteak.com" www.bltsteak.com. SP