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The signature burger earns raves for its juicy, perfectly cooked patty, while the overall vibe is one of hearty, unpretentious satisfaction.
“This is their Signature Burger: meat, cheese, sauce, and caramelized onions. There's little to say: the meat is the best of all so far, even better than the wagyu that surprised me. But the bun is a bit too invasive. It gains points back on the onions because they're really good. I lose a bit on the cheese — Swiss cheese gives a bit of acidity — in the end it doesn't convince me completely. But overall it's really good, because the meat in a burger is the boss; if the meat is good, the whole burger is at a high level. With a few tweaks it could become perfect.”
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1 creator has covered Five Napkin Burger. Most active: Giovanni Fois
Five Napkin Burger is a New York institution with excellent meat, but the bun and cheese keep it from perfection.
Dishes mentioned
Signature Burger
This is their Signature Burger: meat, cheese, sauce, and caramelized onions. There's little to say: the meat is the best of all so far, even better than the wagyu that surprised me. But the bun is a bit too invasive. It gains points back on the onions because they're really good. I lose a bit on the cheese — Swiss cheese gives a bit of acidity — in the end it doesn't convince me completely. But overall it's really good, because the meat in a burger is the boss; if the meat is good, the whole burger is at a high level. With a few tweaks it could become perfect.
