I had avoided going into this place for quite some time because the facade gives the impression that it is going to break the bank. Not only was it not a rip off, but it was just incredible in taste an portion size. This is now one of my favorite places in the city.
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This is yet another restaurant located very near the tourist central part of town and that is the main reason why I didn't go into it until now. Normally, any good-looking restaurant in this area is overpriced and quite crap. I went because a friend wanted to meet there and I went to an ATM before arriving because I was concerned. My mood changed as soon as I saw the menu.
Although I didn't think to take a picture of the menu, it was likely one of the most creative and helpful menus I have seen anywhere in this country. The descriptions were concise and in nearly every instance there was a photo of the dish right next to it. I went with the Rock Me Original, because it was the most popular and there has to be a reason for that.
For the same price as a value meal at a chain like Burger King (I think it might even be less) you get a faaaaar superior burger served in style and the price of it was just over $5. This is a tremendous value. The beers were the same price you would pay at a dive bar as well.
The kitchen is located outside, right in front of the establishment and I always appreciate this. People worry about cleanliness of the kitchen in Thailand because as a former restaurant owner, I can attest to the fact that there are no regulations whatsoever for cleanliness or food quality standards.
there the chef is, closely adhering to the 5-second rule
This is why you need to have friends. I likely would have never went in this place because it looked too fancy for my frugal butt but little did I know it is actually one of the best burger values in the entire city. If you don't like burgers (and that makes you a weirdo unless it is for religious reasons) there are plenty of other options on the menu and I fully intend to sample quite a few more.
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It looks great! I don't doubt its delicious.
That looks pretty fantastic for the price! I probably would have went with the original burger the first time too. I did that when I went to Wahlburgers for the first time. I figured I should stick with the original. The pork burger looks pretty interesting too though. That would probably be my second choice. I look forward to seeing future posts about your visits here!
I would like one day to try burgers or fries or something else cooked outside my country. People put so much effort in their food regardless of what they are cooking :)
Food is a tradition of a place. Look at how beautiful that last photo is! :D