Embarking on a Burger Adventure: Discovering the Best in the South West
Food blogger Sam Wilder has taken it upon himself to explore the rich landscape of burger offerings across the South West of the UK. Sampling an impressive array of ten different burgers in just one week, Sam is on a quest to determine which burger truly deserves the crown. His journey not only caters to the food lover's palate but also provides insight into regional burger culture.
The Road to Discovery: Burger Boi
Beginning his culinary adventure in Gloucester, Sam visited Burger Boi, an establishment celebrated for its California smashed burgers. The "American Boi" burger, crafted with a classic beef patty, cheese, grilled onions, and fresh vegetables, caught Sam's attention. Praising its visual appeal, he awarded it a commendable eight out of ten. But Burger Boi’s signature dish, the “Hot Honey Smash,” while ambitious with its myriad of flavors, received a modest rating of 6.8 due to the hot honey sauce overpowering other components.
STAKD: A Humble Yet Remarkable Burger Van
Next, he ventured to STAKD in Wells, Somerset, where the humble burger van delivers exceptional taste. The “Single” burger, priced at £9.00, won Sam over with its crispy edges and flavor, earning an impressive score of 8.2. STAKD’s signature dish, “The Melt,” packed with Umami Sauce and various cheeses, showcased the potential of elevated burger offerings, even if it slightly fell short in complexity compared to simpler counterparts.
Plymouth's Zephyr Burgers Steal the Show
Sam's journey continued in Plymouth at Zephyr Burgers, where he sampled their no-frills MCB Single. Despite its simplicity, Sam found it “absolutely delicious,” awarding it a respectable score of 7.3. However, the double bacon cheeseburger surfaced as the standout, with an exceptional blend of ingredients leading to an impressive rating of 8.5.
Three Brothers and Danny's Burgers: Closing in on Greatness
In Bristol, Three Brothers Burgers offered a classic approach, diverging from the smash-burger trend and presenting a hearty cheeseburger. Despite some messiness, Sam rated it a solid 7.5, while its signature Steak Poivre earned 8.3 due to its delightful combination of ingredients.
Sam wrapped up his South West odyssey with a visit to Danny's Burgers. Renowned for its legendary status, Danny’s featured the £10 Classic Cheese burger, receiving a commendation of 8.2. However, the Oklahoma Onion burger stole the spotlight with a staggering score of 9.2, showcasing the perfect balance of fried onions and sauce, garnering praise from Sam as “stunning” and “incredible.”
As Sam reflects on his burger tour, he notes that the South West might just have outshone London’s burger scene, with each location contributing uniquely to the burgeoning culture of great food. His journey is a testament to the vibrancy and creativity found in local eateries, promising further adventure as he continues his exploration across the UK.
