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"An Edgewater gastropub whose team — led by first-time Hamburger Hop competitor Jim Torres alongside co-chef Kyle Schrage — presented a big, savory burger modeled on a menu item from their pub. It was topped with onion jam, roasted serrano, a housemade “awesome sauce” and cheddar cheese, a hearty, unapologetically large take that matched the team’s playful, robust approach." - Lisa Shames