John D.
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New Mexico Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge part 3 of 4
The relative newcomer in my Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge, as they've only been in business for less than ten years (2015), as opposed to the rest of the competition which have all been around for a minimum of fifty years.
But Yo Mama ain't no slouch, as despite the lack of experience, they managed to pull out a #2 ranking in my arbitrary poll. Let's get to the goods:
Green Chile Burger (aka Bosque Burger):
The Bun: Tasty artisanal bun that's only about a step-down from homemade. 4/5
Green Chiles: Check! There's nothing to complain about here, and they're the only one out of the four that used certified NM Green Chiles, if that means anything to anyone. 5/5
Cheese: The NM standard for cheese is a slice--or three--of American cheese - and they got that right here. 5/5
Ancillary topping: It does come with the standard burger accouterments of lettuce, red onions, pickles, and tomatoes. For a Green Chile Cheeseburger I feel like it should be served plain, as the veggies distract from the harmony of Chiles and beef, but I'll give them bonus point for the extra freshness of these ingredients. 4/5
Burger: Perfectly cooked burger that was juicy and had a nice char. The seasonings in the beef really paired well with the chiles, as the burger as a whole was a harmonious meal. 5/5
Fries: Their fries weren't housemade, but they were delicious and had a tasty seasoning on them. 4/5
Conclusion: Overall, at 27 out of 30 points, the Bosque Burger holds its own against some weighty competition and is a worthy runner-up in my competition.
Other observations:
*Abundant parking in a private lot
*No outdoor dining
*Local brews on-tap
*Friendly service
*Great branding and interior décor that really has the feel of a national chain.