Vaughn F.
Yelp
Black Iron Burger is a welcome addition to the neighborhood, bringing some sassy burgers and attactive happy hour deals to the Theater District's north end. They opened a couple months back and on a recent weeknight I paid a visit.
At around 6:00 my girlfriend and I took seats at the bar and ordered draft beers, $6.50 during happy hour, which runs until 7:00. Margs, wine, and sangria are also discounted for happy hour, though it was hard to find this documented anywhere inside. I saw it written on a sign out front and verbally confirmed it with my bartender.
For food, we started with the Mexican arugula salad, which the kitchen was kind enough to split into two dishes. Arugula, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a heaping ton of pico de gallo. The pico was beginning to lose its freshness but the arugula was crisp and tasty. I didn't get the concept here; perhaps they could swap the pico and avocado for some jamon iberico, toasted pine nuts, and parmesan crisps? I'm just giving out game.
The Black Iron burger was satisfying. Good quality ingredients, meat was cooked to the correct temperature, and the toppings and bun and patty flavors worked well together. As they've staked their reputation on burgers I'm pleased to report they cook 'em well.
Oh yeah, an order of chicken tenders with fries, a tasty side dish. The chicken tenders were breaded and fried properly, not dry, not mushy, ideal consistency really. Fries naturally pair with both burgers and bird; can recommend.
Service was good, prices are fair, and the fact that they offer happy hour deals at all is welcome in this neighborhood. I also thought the music playlist was amusing and bold; it's nice when the tunes enhance the vibe.