Lilly V.
Yelp
I am a die hard IN-N-OUT lover but during my stay in Florida, I found a smash burger place (because they don't have an IN-N-OUT there) and I actually found a place out in Orlando that totally blew my mind so upon returning to California I have been searching for a smash burger place that isn't IN-N-OUT~
First off, it's a bit pricey, but to me, if is satisfies the taste buds and hits the spot then I am willing to pay whatever. First sense, I was hit with the smell and it smelt divine, pretty close to IN-N-OUT with the caramelized onion scent.
Now the sight of it. It looked decent, burger looked to be on the smaller side but then again it doesn't include lettuce or tomatoes so that explains the lack of volume. Upon first bite, I was met with a lump of stringy onions, the taste of it was alright but I couldn't bite into it, ended up with a mouth full of onions, all of the onions in fact-- may I suggest doing chopped so that all the onions aren't consumed in the first bite. Buns could have used a little more roasting, they were a bit soggy. Right by the shop a Yelp review is on display talking about the perfectly crisp edges, I did experience it at the very end, the very last bite and it was pretty good, probably the best bite. The fries were very salty, the seasoning is tasty but too overpowering. And I do not suggest getting the grilled cheese, I discovered that there is such thing as too much cheese. We only finished half of it and that was due to the feeling of not wanting to waste it. Couldn't bring ourselves to touch the second half-- suggestions, less oil (bread was very oily) and easy on the cheese, like cut the amount in half. And perhaps offer chopped caramelized onions for a bit more flavor~
Would I recommend this place? Unfortunately not after this experience. Would I try it again? If suggestions are considered and changes are made, yes, definitely! But as it is now, not likely.
In conclusion, this place missed the mark for me and I would much prefer IN-N-OUT-- better taste, texture, presentation and price point~