Bobby's Burger Palace!

Philadelphia Burger

Bobby Flay is one of my favorite chefs. I have tried to visit 2 of his bigger restaurants and failed both times :( so when i read that he was opening Bobby's Burger Palace on K street in downtown DC I immediately went to try them out that same day! Since this locations grand opening Bobby has also opened another Palace locally in College Park, Maryland near the college. So you have two to choose from! I have been to only the K street location and have not tried the college park location yet.

The decor of the restaurant is fun and lively. From the outside you are drawn in by the colorful eye catching sign. You line up at the register upon entry and that is where you place your order. If dining in, you receive your cup and a number to place on your table. You can fill your own cup with the beverage of your choice and servers bring out your food to your table once its ready. There are long tables throughout the restaurant so you may be sitting side by side with strangers. It is a great way to maximize the small space. Since it is located on K street it gets pretty crowded at lunch time with the line often stretching out the front door.

The Food!

The menu has much more than just burgers as the name suggests. This place is not comparable to 5 guys at all. The menu is much more sophisticated and has something for everyone. You can order a beef burger, turkey burger or chicken breast. I recommend the beef! Why go to a burger place if you aren't gonna eat a burger?? There are also sandwhiches (Griddled Cheese) and salads on the menu. Pictured above is the Philadelphia Burger which had provolone cheese, griddled onions and hot peppers. I was pleased with the choice of red hot pepper over the expected jalapeno normally used in restaurants. I have also tried the Santa Fe Burger with grilled chicken breast. This featured queso sauce, pickled jalapenos and blue corn chips. I found the chicken breast was lacking in flavor and i prefer the beef!

The beer battered onion rings are fresh not frozen, and huge! A must try. Also if you aren't in the mood for the typical fountain drink try a Frozen Cactus Pear Margarita just $5! Delicious They also offer milkshakes which i still have not been able to try. After eating the burger i was way too full for anything else. The portion sizes are not too much. Its a perfect sized burger not huge and sloppy like some places i've tried.

In my eyes Bobby Flay can do no wrong...but Bobbys Burger Palace is a great place for a sophisticated burger lover. Go check it out