Burger time

Got the first taste of Fat Burger yesterday in Beverly, at the 95th and Western restaurant. I must say that it quite tasty. I went with the "large" burger which is an 8 oz. patty. The burger itself was quite thick and juicy. And the bun was fresh and substantial. They offered a full complement of condiments - mayo, lettuce, tomato, relish, pickles and onions. For a little extra you can get cheese, bacon and even a fried egg. They have a choice of skinny or fat fries. Went with the skinny and they were quite nice. While I liked the burger I don't think it is one of the top ones in the city. Also, the staff shout out your order to the line cooks which make the restaurant even louder than it already is. That said, the ambiance is fun and lively, and most importantly really clean. The staff working the dining room were friendly and helpful.

The only down side for this location is that Top-Notch Beefburger is right across the street. Why is that a problem? Top-Notch just can't be beat for a great South-side institution. Hand made all beef patties on toasted sesame seed buns, way too yummy. And their hand cut fries are outstanding. They are closed on Sunday, hence our trip to Fat Burger.

When all is said and done, I still say go to Fat Burger and try it out. It's a great second choice in the Beverly neighborhood.