The Burger Joint

"The Burger Joint is as close to a grilled backyard burger as you can get in the middle of Montrose. The counter-service patio restaurant makes basic griddled burgers. They’re heavy on the salt and pepper seasoning, with lettuce, tomato, and thick wavy pickles. But you can also get double patties smashed with kimchi or lamb burgers with tangy tzatziki. Even though nothing here will turn you into a Burger Joint convert—unless you end up here at 3am after a nonstop tour of the bars on Fairview—the food is solid. And while this street corner backs up with constant traffic, Burger Joint’s patio is lined with so many giant fans, big-screen TVs blaring sports games, and umbrellas you probably won’t even notice. Food Rundown photo credit: Chelsea Thomas Fries Whatever kind of potato Burger Joint sources for these hand-cut fries must be the size of a baby elephant. These fries are long, with a pleasantly seasoned crust, and pair great with the house garlic aioli. photo credit: Chelsea Thomas Classic Burger This burger is a backyard classic. The patty itself has a heavy dose of griddled salt and pepper, a.k.a. the proper amount of seasoning. And the best thing about this burger is the thick, wavy-cut, sharp-as-nails pickles. No smooshed, squishy pickles that congeal to the inside of the bun. These pickles are fresh and crunchy, just like the lettuce and tomato." - Chelsea Thomas

"What started as a food truck has since evolved into three restaurant outposts, including locations in the Heights and Baybrook. The Montrose outpost, open until 4 a.m., is a particular favorite among late-night party-goers seeking sustenance in the form of burgers, shakes, sandwiches, and hot dogs. Try the Mexi — an Angus burger with grilled ham, avocado, queso fresco, and jalapenos. And, if the party is just getting started — add a shake, and make it boozy." - Brittany Britto Garley, Sean Hekmat

"Burgers in Houston can’t go without mention of this Montrose mainstay, which now has locations in the Heights and Baybrook. Top these locally-raised Texas beef patties with everything from kimchi and pulled pork to classic chili cheese, then pair with crispy fries and a thick, boozy shake infused with 8th Wonder Brewery's Rocket Fuel." - Brittany Britto Garley

"What started as a food truck has since evolved into three restaurant locations, including in the Heights and Baybrook. The Montrose outpost, open until 4 a.m., is a particular favorite among late-night party-goers seeking sustenance in the form of burgers, shakes, sandwiches, and hot dogs. Try the Mexi — an Angus burger with grilled ham, avocado, queso fresco, and jalapenos. And, if the party is just getting started, add a shake, and make it boozy." - Sean Hekmat, Brittany Britto Garley

"The Burger Joint offers far more than burgers on its catering menu. The Classic Burger Pack, priced at $15 per person, can be customized to switch out classic cheeseburgers with fried chicken, pulled pork, vegetarian burgers, all-beef hot dogs, and more at no extra charge. Toppings like jalapeños, avocado, bacon, and fried eggs keep things interesting." - Megha McSwain