The Burger Joint
(212) 245-5000
118 W 57th St
New York,
NY
10019
40.7645
-73.9778
Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown
Hours:
Sun-Thu 11am-11:30pm
Fri-Sat 11am-12am
Price:
$
Last updated 1.30.09
What People Are Saying About The Burger Joint
The Editor
Katie Heffernan
Citysearch
The Scene
Around a curtained corner in the posh Le Parker Meridien, a neon burger sign points the way to the city's secret obsession. Suits, tourists and foodies pack this crowded hole-in-the-wall, where names are etched into walls next to kid's drawings and movie posters. Even though it's decorated like a regular's hangout, no one sticks around--the few coveted booths are hovered over shamelessly.
The Food
So what if orders are taken quickly and strung from a flimsy clothesline--the system works, and you better not slow it down. Thankfully, a succinct menu leaves little to ponder--and, despite the high churn, burgers always arrive as specified. The hard-working grill leaves its flame-flavored stamp on every morsel, and cheeseburgers get two types of cheddar for added effect. Complete the experience with an order of shoestring fries that arrive in a grease-stained paper bag, and don't miss the moist but not overly sweet cocoa brownies.
User Reviews
dianakarren
June 30, 2009
This is by far the best hamburger that I have EVER had in my life! It is fabulous. IF you are every just visiting new york you have to try it one day! It is amazing...just try to go at off hours! Totally worth the wait.
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Pez
June 30, 2009
An unpretentious burger at a price that's good for the city. The only problem is the wait. If you can deal with that, you have to try it.
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Loves2Spa
April 17, 2009
I LOVE this place but I cannot go during rush hour. One thing I have been able to do is phone in an order and just grab it to go. The spot is hidden behind the velvet curtain and the burgers taste the same as good as the ones I've had when I've stayed here and ordered room service (but room svc burger was like $20). I do believe the prices here are creeping up a bit since I first started coming here. If you want to eat here, you must bring someone who can scout out tables while you wait on line. They don't make shakes when it is busy (so basically not any time before 3pm).
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Know Before You Go:
You pay a price for this privilege--the burger bill will set you back at least $11 with fries and a drink.
On the Menu:
After 2:30pm, add a strawberry, chocolate or vanilla milkshake to your order. Pitchers of Sam Adams, the only beer sold, go for $17.
When to Go:
Sneak in before noon and get not only a shorter wait, but also one of those hard-to-snag tables.
The Extras:
Vegetarians can order the joint's grilled cheese sandwich--a slightly charred hamburger bun sloppy with melted cheese.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Hotel Restaurants, Hidden Find, Cheap Eats
