Ox Burger
Hamburger restaurant · Central Area ·
Seattle smash burgers, fries and unique Lao-inspired flavors
Seattle smash burgers, fries and unique Lao-inspired flavors
"I find the Lao Burger to be a layered, Pacific Northwest take on the smash format: double-smashed beef patties topped with house-cured pork belly, provolone, and a generous swipe of housemade jaew bong mayo, brightened by pickled red onions, taro stem, fresh cilantro, and a spoonful of tomato jaew—assertive, rooted, and shaped by family culinary tradition." - Stephanie Gravalese
"The Lao burger at Taurus Ox has been such a success that it created the launch of Ox Burger. While the menu has more “traditional” smash burgers, the Lao is still the one to get. It has a pair of patties, smashed and seared but still juicy, accompanied by som moo —fermented pork belly that serves as a slice of Lao-style “bacon.” Pickled red onions lend acidity, sliced taro stems offer crunch, aged provolone cheese adds funkiness, jaew bong brings spiciness, tomato jaew provides umami punch, and cilantro cuts through all the richness. The net result: a most complex and captivating burger. Must-order: You’re already getting the burger, but don’t forget fries: They have dipping sauces including garlic lime leaf aioli and fermented hot sauce and, if one of your party is a child, ranch." - Jay Friedman
"A burger-only spinoff from a Laotian restaurant, focusing on a pared-down menu of burgers derived from the parent restaurant’s flavor sensibility." - Eater Staff
"Called Brick Burger, it’s a novelty event from the company Explore Hidden, which specializes in made-for-the-Gram experiences. This promises to be a feast for the lens, with square burgers in block-like buns and a venue filled with Lego-esque furniture. There’s also going to be a place for you to play with Legos." - Harry Cheadle
"The best dish at Taurus Ox is the double smashburger. So it’s no surprise that the same team transformed the original restaurant into Ox Burger. (If you’re looking for Taurus Ox, they moved to 19th Ave.) The menu features multiple types of burgers, and while the Lao burger in question can do no wrong, topped with jaew bong mayo, cured pork belly, crunchy taro stem, and provolone, it’s extremely messy to eat. The Ox Burger, on the other hand, is simple with a single patty, american cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and condiments, but it’s as paper-thin as another certain commercial burger joint, and the thick bun overpowers the whole thing—so it’s best to go with the Lao burger and take precautions with your finest fabrics. Round things out with some crispy fries, and be warned that much like another certain commercial burger joint, the soft serve machine may be out of order." - Aimee Rizzo
