Courtney L.
Yelp
On one particular day when I was craving a burger, I spotted this food truck and marveled at the seemingly perfect timing. What are the chances that the food I'm longing for at the moment just suddenly appears? As usual, I had no will power and couldn't help but treat myself!
This truck's menu offers several substantial burgers and one lighter vegetarian option. Despite the variety, I chose their "Classic" ($8) which is topped with cheddar, lettuce, slice of red onion and tomato and their homemade Truck Sauce. With this being my first visit to The People's Burger, I kept my order simple to get a feel for what makes them unique. In general, sometimes the more basic the burger, the better, since I'm then able to appreciate the natural flavor and grill of the meat.
Although their Classic is simple, it is quite messy and completely slathered in sauce which is a combination of ketchup, mustard, mayo, relish and seasonings. The bun held up well against the condiments, but next time, I'd likely ask ask for sauce on the side or half the amount. I'm glad to say however, that they do not skimp on the ingredients. I enjoyed the thick slices of tomato and onion, and loved the bed of arugula which added a fresh peppery bite. The patty was juicy, cooked medium-well and seemed to have some herbal undertones. Between the hefty patty, bright vegetables and slightly tangy sauce, the burger was well-balanced, picture-perfect and also pretty indulgent.
Of course, I couldn't have a burger without fries, which are an additional $2.50. These were pretty simple and subtly seasoned. Some were nicely salted with a hint of rosemary, but others tasted completely plain. They were alright, but the seasoning could have been more evenly dispersed.
As for service, the guys in the truck were amiable and seemed to genuinely enjoy interacting with the customers. As we walked up, one of them immediately began conversing with us and introduced their menu. They also assemble the orders pretty quickly as our food was ready just a few minutes after ordering. Overall, this truck has got you covered whether seeking a traditional burger or a unique creation with more complex ingredients.
3.75 stars.