In a poll of 2,000 self-identified hamburger enthusiasts, 58% admitted to frequently ordering burgers when dining out.
One thing that most of them said?
They want the best meat and not too many toppings!
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“I’m a burger purist.
I want to taste the burger!”
saidchef Sarah WadeofStillwater in Boston(where you might get a pretty awesome burger, FYI).
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Read on to find outthe signs chefs look for when they want to hit a top-quality burger joint.
“When I want to go out for burgers, I look for a place doing single patty burgers.
I want something that is cooked a nice redmedium rare,” she explained.
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I don’t always want grass-fed, it has a different flavor profile don’t forget!"
No frozen patties
Wade’s got a tip to avoid frozen burgers.
Keep it simple for me.
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Just give me the cheese, some mayo, ketchup, and pickles.
It all comes down to high-quality ingredients."
I judge a place on how well they are able to elevate the simple ingredients," he says.
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Director of Culinary Amy Smith.
Smith says fries are an important component when she’s looking for a top-notch burger joint.
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