The creation of the blog raised much debate in my office, almost starting a full on slagging match between the Haché and Byron supporters, with Honest Burger fans providing a particularly compelling argument...
However, it was raining and funds are running low, so we settled for a GBK on the way home.
One of my colleagues was waxing lyrical about GBK's new 'Don' burger, and it sounded pretty awesome, so I decided to check it out...
What's this burger all about?
Brioche bun, bacon aioli, blue cheese, American cheese, onion jam, rocket, mustard mayo. Done. I skipped the mustard and went for regular mayo instead.The burger costs £9.95, and doesn't come with any sides. We got the skinny fries (£2.75) which are normally a favourite of mine, but forgot to ask for them with rosemary, leaving them tasting pretty average.
Was it a great burger?
It had all the components to be a fantastic burger, maybe the best burger of all time, but the reality was disappointing.Too much rocket, not a big enough patty and too much reliance on the toppings. The patty itself was tender and juicy, but distinctly lacking in flavour.
The best thing about this burger was the delicious onion relish and blue cheese combo. But if I wanted to taste blue cheese and onion relish I'd get a cheese board.
Is it better than a Byron burger?
No, it's not better than a Byron burger.Fine for a casual lunch or dinner with friends, but it's not going to make anyone's burger dreams come true.
The search continues...
