6 Burgers To Try For National Burger Day Around Boston!!

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Who doesn't love a good burger? Ok, not everybody I know. But if you do it's #NationalBurgerDay  Here's 6 awesome burgers to try around Boston today!! 

Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill - #25 Burger – Vermont cheddar, crispy pork belly, fried egg, smokey hoisin sauce, sesame brioche, served with hand-cut French Fries 

 Jerry Remy's - Remy Burger  – cheddar, bacon, crispy onions, Remy roll 

5 Napkins - Onion Blue Burger - Ground beef, Maytag blue cheese, caramelized onions. crispy shallots on a sesame seed brioche roll. 

Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse -“Better Burger” – Kobe beef and mushroom burger, crispy pork belly, spicy fresh avocado

Burger Dive - Brunch Burger  with lettuce, tomato, cage-free fried egg, cheddar cheese & bacon!

TAMO Bistro + Bar TAMO Burger – Cheddar Cheese, Caramelized Onion, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun

For those grill masters, here's a burger I know I will be trying this Summer.  

The BBQ Pit Boys, Beer Can Bacon Burger!! 

Cover Photo - The Brunch Burger from Burger Dive.

All images provided by restaurants mentioned.  

5 Napkins is more than just a burger joint #INeed5Napkins

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Image from 5 Napkins Boston Facebook. 

 

I had the opportunity to attend a blogger dinner at 5 Napkins Burger in Boston with some local bloggers and social media personalities from the Boston area. 

To be honest, I had only been to 5 Napkins one time, at the bar and only had the famous 5 napkin burger. But on this night I had the chance to try new items and dine in a very upscale environment. 

I was very impressed with the full service experience that gave me the chance to stray away from the burger. But the Burger is still a must, I suggest ordering one for the table as a side dish. Really!! Trust me on that!! 

 I had the Blacken Pan Seared Mahi Mahi with Mexican Corn Salad, Chipotle Cream and Grilled Asparagus for dinner. The Mahi Hani was cooked to perfection and had a great blend of flavors. The Mexican Corn Salad & Asparagus added color and texture to the dish.

 

Other Menu Items featured at the table. 

EDAMAME HUMMUS 9.50 miso - tahini, sunflower seeds, sprouts & warm flatbread , 

STACK OF THICK CUT PANKO ONION RINGS 7.50 asiago fondue. 

CRISPY CALAMARI "RHODE ISLAND STYLE" 11.75 vinegar peppers, parsley & lemon. 

PESTO FLATBREAD 9.00 oven-dried tomatoes, pesto & cheese 

Below is the 5 Napkin Burger of the month for February 2015

Burger of the month! Spicy Bacon & Eggs Burger- Fresh ground beef topped with a fried egg, cider braised bacon, crispy shallots & sriracha mayo. Available until February 28th

Here's another bloggers tweet from our night at 5 Napkins Boston. Follow Chelsea Marrs at @ChowDownUSA and read her 5 Napkins Post chowdownbythebay.blogspot.com/2015/02/party-at-5-napkin-burger-new-menu.html

5 Napkins in located at 105 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA  02199 

About 5 Napkins - The Story 

Visit 5 Napkins at 5napkinburger.com/locations/back-bay or follow 5 Napkins on Twitter @5napkinburger and @5NapkinBoston and on Facebook at facebook.com/5NapkinBoston

Images taking the night of the dinner by @BostonAttitude or provided by 5 Napkins and Facebook 

Warm up this winter at River Bar in Somerville

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River Bar fire pit (photo from river bar facebook page. 

River Bar in Somerville just expanded the menu to offer up some new winter sips along with seasonal eats. Guest can cozy up next to the fire pit with the new "Toddies" cocktails on the menu. 

River Bar is Ken Kelly's sixth establishment in Somerville, joining his other venues Davis Square Theatre, The Independent, Foundry on Elm, Saloon, and Brass Union.

Grass Fed Burger - bulgogi marinade, bacon spring rolls, spicy mayo - $15

 

The Menu

Smoked Mussel & Persimmon Salad ($12)

Salt & Pepper Fried Oysters - Szechuan tartar sauce - $15

Buffalo Macomber Turnips & Parsnips ($6)

Garbure - stew with duck confit, braised pork, cabbage, beans, bread - $12

Spaghetti & Meatballs - pomodoro, ramen noodles - $13

Grass Fed Burger - bulgogi marinade, bacon spring rolls, spicy mayo - $15

Mulled Wine - red wine, warm spices, brandy, Combier - $11

Leek & Cauliflower Pot Pie - seasonal vegetables, cauliflower purée, puff pastry - $17

Roasted Berbere Half Chicken  -Brussels sprouts, yogurt - $22

New sides ($5) include sautéed greens, Brussels sprouts with yogurt, and red cabbage & cucumber slaw.

Hot cocktail 

Mind Glow - Rye, Bittermens Hiver Amer, lemon, honey - $10

Jean Lafitte - Génépy des Alpes, hot chocolate, whipped cream - $12

Winter Still - Rye Kümmel Caraway,  Bénédictine, Hojicha, brown sugar -$10

Mulled Wine - red wine, warm spices, brandy, Combier - $11

Some Cold Beverages 

Just Around Midnight -Rye, Brown sugar, Grapefruit, Bittermens Amère Nouvelle - $10 

Never Say Die - Bourbon, Nux Alpina Walnut Liqueur, Amaro Nonino - $14

River Bar is open daily from 11:00am to 1:00am and for Sunday brunch service beginning at 11:00am. River Bar 661 Assembley Row in Somerville 

Image courtesy of River Bar

 

 

Happy National Cheeseburger Day

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National Cheeseburger Day!!

Today is National Cheeseburger Day, and you you need to go BIG or go home. Here are four kick ass cheeseburgers to try around Boston. 

The Tip Tap Room (138 Cambridge Street)

Steak Burger - veal demi, a1 aioli, tip tap dressing ($13)

Earls Kitchen + Bar (698 Assembly Row)

Fenway Burger - battered onion rings, red pepper relish, aged white cheddar, arugula, hand smashed patty certified Angus patty on a house brioche-style bun ($17.00)

Poe’s Kitchen / Rattlesnake (384 Boylston Street)

Matador Burger - Poe-co Loco seasoning, lettuce, tomato ($12.95)

Cask ‘n Flagon (62 Brookline Avenue)

Cask Burger: half-pound Certified Angus Beef  burger topped with Big D's BBQ pulled pork, caramelized onions, maple Cajun bacon, Vermont cheddar cheese and chipotle mayo on a toasted pretzel bun, topped with a fried pickle chips ($11.75)