Crazy?....Like a fox maybe.
I was prepared to go there and not like it. I wanted to go just so I could say, been there, done that. (he whispers, I will be back)
So I do not know the real story on how they got started, and don't care because that is part of the fun. What we do know is that they are on lots of food shows, they are a point of pride for Rhode Island, they are a pain in the butt to get into during the summer, it is kind of part of the hippy culture, all part of the charm.
What I did not know was that they served breakfast. And if you know me, that is my thing. So I will be back for that review. But Alice, off to the burgers.
So the two burgers consumed were the: Loco Burger and Whassupy Burger. No, I did not order them and eat them myself, I had a partner in crime. First, the Whassupy Burger: Ground beef spiced up intensely with a combination of horseradish, garlic & Worcestershire sauce. Topped with gooey Brie cheese & home-made red onion rings & served on a whole wheat bun. On the side, you'll find some more heat with a wasabi-chipotle mayonnaise. That by the way is from their menu. So, sounds kind of crazy right? I mean, what were they really thinking when this was devised? It probably went like; "Pinky, I have an idea to take over the world. Really Brain? Snarf! Yes Pinky, I will create a burger that is so irresistible that we can drill into their minds and..." So you get the picture. This burger, on the face of it, sounds as though it is going to be spicy. It is spicy, just not hot spicy. So indulge. Oh, by the way. I think whole wheat anything is a crime against nature...but I may be swayed into thinking that maybe they made a deal with Mother Nature on this one. It was fantastic.
So, the Loco Burger. What little bit I forced my wife to let me taste, was really good. Hello, I mean really good! So what was it all about? Here is the description: Beef, avocado, black beans & cheddar, grilled into a tortilla, with salsa on the side. Sounds very simple. Kind of like, shoot, I could do this at home, what is the big whoop? Well kids, once you go to the house of the master, you will not want to make it at home. That is all I am saying. I would tell you what my wife though, but she was not talking. In fact, she was very focused on the task at had, which was kind of scary come to think about it.
So to round it all off for you Rhodies out there that have not yet made the trip...it is WICKED GOOD!
So for those that want to know the down side: You will have to wait to get in. I went in March and waited about 20 minutes to get to the counter. I hear in the summer this can be a two hour wait. I cant confirm that, but it sounds plausible being two blocks from the beach. No Pepsi. I think I will start a crusade. So yes, I opt for water and they do't get the sale. Free market I guess. I think I will bring my own Pepsi. read more