Burgers Shakes and Fries: Just The Classics

If you're looking for a great burger near Darien, local diners will steer you towards Burgers Shakes and Fries, a two-restaurant Connecticut chain that has been dominating the local burger rankings. Owner Kory Wollins has been in the restaurant and hospitality business for fifteen years, and his bright idea to open a high-quality burger joint has paid off. The burgers here are served on toasted white bread rolls, not the usual buns, and that extra oomph pays off. The first bite is savory, crunchy and delectable, and the roll holds up through the entire burger. The patties are hand-formed at the perfect thickness and cooked expertly. The choice of toppings is pretty good, with a fried egg and bacon a popular (if not exactly healthy) choice. Sides are also excellent, with the sweet potato tater tots winning raves.

Burgers Shakes and Fries
800 Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 202-9401
http://www.yelp.com/biz/burgers-shakes-and-fries-darien

Big Patties: Five Unique Hamburger Ideas

The humble hamburger is a great go-to meal, especially when you don’t have a lot of time. But with a few simple ingredients, you can elevate the fast food staple into something truly special. Here are five ways to make your burger a little better.

Make a patty out of ground turkey and mix it with a little dill. Stuff the middle with a chunk of Brie cheese and grill until the meat is cooked and the cheese melts. Serve on a roll with pickles and lettuce.

Mix Chinese five-spice powder into your ground beef to give it a rich, complex flavor. Once the patty has cooked, glaze the top with a soy ginger sauce and serve with cilantro, cabbage and pickled carrots.

Make a Chicago-style hot dog burger by topping a traditional patty with sweet relish, chopped white onions and hot peppers. A little ketchup and mustard will bring this one over the top.

For a classic French bistro take on the hamburger, gently caramelize onions in a pan and ladle them generously over the cooked burger along with a slice of Gouda cheese and crisp, thick-cut bacon. Serve on a buttery brioche roll.

To give your burgers a special kick, mix in adobo seasoning, red onion and finely grated lime peels into your ground beef. Grill ears of corn until kernels are just cooked, strip the kernels off and mix them with queso fresco and a little bit of mayonnaise to top the burgers.

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