A hand packed patty, fresh cut lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomato and onion atop a sesame seed bun and accompanied by a heaping side of fries is a staple in American cuisine and culture. Each year Americans consume 14 billion burgers with the average person eating three a week! Our obsession with burgers is fulfilled by countless fast food chains all claiming to have perfected this American classic. But who can really claim the best burger around for those on a budget.
It may not be the most glamorous burger but it sure is convenient. Open 24/7 Steak-N-Shake boasts hand pressed patties at a price you can't beat. With four meals under four bucks Steak-N-Shake is a hot spot late night for broke college kids.
Square1Burger is a recent addition to the Tampa Bay burger scene. Located on Henderson across from the Fresh Market, Square1 was named 'best burger in Tampa Bay' by St. Petersburg Times food critic Laura Reiley. Their extensive selection of patties allows burger enthusiasts to build their own masterpiece making it as simple or saucy as you desire. Beyond burgers Square1 offers unique appetizers and sides along with a full bar. The friendly staff and swanky environment are just perks to their juicy burgers.
In the past three years Five Guys has opened nine stores in the Tampa Bay area. Considering most restaurants are barely scraping or forced to close their doors proves that their doing something right. Zagat rated for eight consecutive years Five Guys uses only fresh ground beef thats never frozen and potatoes that are shipped in daily. Their trans-fat free menu is small but portions are huge and all under seven dollars.
Wether your crunched for time, on a budget or just craving a burger re-think the golden arches. Not all burgers are created equal so stop settling.
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