Blue Cheese & Jalapeno Burger @ Twisted Root Burger Co.
[So I know the 'Best Burger In Town' thing has been done before and probably before that, and there are even a few dedicated sites dealing with just the burger. Despite all that, the little dish feels like we need to weigh in on the subject. Being from California, home of the In-N-Out, I grew up loving cheese burgers. Since then I have always been a fan, and as a fan, I am always searching for the best and tastiest burger around. Moving to Dallas presented a new opportunity in the wake of a travesty (no more In-N-Outs). So not being able to get my weekly fix of Double-Doubles, I needed to make amends with my stomach and search out some suitable replacements here in the Lone Star state. I'm happy to say I have found some, and over the next month or so I will go over my favorites. I've tested burgers far and wide, expensive to cheap, beef to turkey and these are my findings...]
I’ll admit that I’ve yet to try every burger in town, but if I had to stop right now and live out the rest of my days eating at the burger joints that I have been to, Twisted Root would be my definitive choice to eat myself slowly into a heart attack for the next 35 years. This burger is that good.
As you can see from the picture I went with the blue cheese again, but this time I added a bit of spice with Jalapenos. From top to bottom, this is a quality-made burger. The meat was cooked perfectly to my request (medium) and was glistening with juice from the moment I picked it up at the counter. The blue cheese was strong, yet never overpowering, and the jalapenos added just enough heat to make me a happy eater. Top it off with a few raw onions and I’m on my way.
Like I have said before, ‘I like my burgers simple‘, but if you’re the type of burger guy/gal that likes them dripping with exotic sauces, this place is for you too. All their sauces are homemade, right down to the ketchup. You can choose from the Horseradish Dijon, Ancho Chipotle Ketchup, and Quincy’s Grandpa’s Secret BBQ Sauce to name a few. Unlike other up-scale burger joints, all these delicious sauces are yours for the choosing without paying that extra $1.
Speaking of price, this place has that on lock too. From $5.49 for a regular cheddar burger, to $6.99 for a specialty one like the picture above, I dare you to find a better burger for the price, size, and quality that is found at Twisted Root.
My hats off to Twisted Root and their visionary take on the burger joint. I’ll be heading back there often to get my fill. Hopefully one time I’ll be able to stomach a burger and a shake, because their desserts look to be top drawer too. From their imaginative shakes and malts, to a downright killer looking root beer float, I must have them all. Sadly, I just can’t eat like I used too and it’s depressing sometimes.
Go enjoy some burgers people!
Price: $6.99
2615 Commerce St.| Dallas, Texas 75226
214.741.ROOT (7668)
being someone that loves special condiments, etc. i MUST add my two-cents and say that the sauces they offer (especially the ancho chipotle ketchup and secret BBQ sauce) were awesome!!
good review, brian. but… i am really biased.
Ancho chipotle ketchup sounds really good!! I must try it soon!!!
I, too, miss In-N-Out and wish it would expand here. I love their fresh, simple burger taste and fries prepared in-house, served by a staff the size of a small Army!!!
They are actually expanding. With the new generation of family running the company, they are finally outside of southern CA so let’s hope they make it to TX soon!
I just went there for the first time last weekend, and while I enjoyed my burger, buffalo sauce and blue cheese, I think I have had better tasting burgers elsewhere. I loved all the topping choices which made it fun, but for actually tastiness, I preferr Lee Harvey’s or the Libertine.
But that’s just my 2 cents.
Thanks for the review!!
Well I haven’t been to Lee Harvey’s for a burger or the Libertine, but I’ll have to put them on my list to try, before I give my final burger verdict.
Thanks!
A couple of questions about the burger at Root…
-Do they grind their own meat fesh daily?
-What type/mix of mea are they using? (i.e. sirloin, chuck, or some combo)
-How are their fries? Are they fresh cut or forzen? Do they double fry them?
Thanks, if you know the answers.
Ive been wanting to go and try this place. I read up on it and it looked like a good bet. With your seal, its definately on the LIST now.
Isn’t it fabulous!? I just went for the first time recently. I can’t quite put my finger on why I think it’s so much better than other burgers. But, I was stunned by how good the burgers are there.
Robert, check out the Twisted Root website. I think it will answer all your questions, plus some.
I think I’ve just decided on what I’m having for lunch.
I, too, love Twisted Root in all it’s delicious goodness. But you have gotta try Wingfields. Amazing.
I have to disagree with In-N-Out
But I agree that jalapeño burger from Twisted Root looks delicious. I could do without the blue-cheese.
Great blog by the way. Your perspective is quite refreshing and really makes Dallas feel special.
Gillis: Will definitely check out Wingfields and report back.
Daniel: Thanks for swinging by. Sorry about your In-N-Out problem. Maybe you could see someone about it:)
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