So here are our favorite burgers from our first year with the blog. In all we chose 10 restaurants based on a number of different criteria. Of course we had to like the burger, that goes without saying but we also had to like the atmosphere of the place, the vibe, the decor as well as the service.
This isn't a "best burger" list, this is our favorite places list. Granted, there are some very good burgers on this list and most have appeared on one or more of the various "best" lists that populate the burger world. But for us, we prefer pointing out our fav joints.
In all there are 10 restaurants listed here in no particular order. Check them out for yourself and let us know what you think.
Dena's Diner was a refreshing surprise when we stopped in. Located in a strip mall on busy Colerain Ave. it's not the type of place you would expect to be on a list such as this but the atmosphere and friendly service along with the tasty burger did it for us. Here is our original review: http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/12/denas-diner.html.
Anderson Township Pub holds a special place in both our hearts. Mark has been coming here since before Josh was born. In fact all three of the kids were practically raised there. Not only are the burgers great but for us, this place is like home. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/03/anderson-township-pub.html.
The Blue Jay, located in the heart of Northside, is one of those classic neighborhood joints that just oozes charm and smells like every diner should. It literally has it all with great food, a good atmosphere and the perfect decor. OK, so the service can be a bit slow at times but it just gives you a little longer to soak in smells coming from the kitchen and the tables next to you. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/12/blue-jay.html.
By Golly's Tavern is an established Milford classic that mixes all of the things we love in a neighborhood pub. It doesn't hurt that when he was younger Mark use to go there from time to time when he was visiting his parents after they moved to this northeast suburb. Add in the fact that they have some amazing food challenges and this place is worth the drive around I 275. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/04/by-gollys-tavern.html.
Quatman's is a neighborhood joint. There's just no other way to say it. Not only does this Norwood (yeah, I know there's one in Mason but it's not the same nor as good) dive offer up one of the best burgers in town but the atmosphere is absolutely perfect. Your soda is served in a can that you can pour into a small glass with ice, the food comes out on paper plates and you get a great burger for almost no money. You can't beat it. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/04/quatmans.html.
Bard's Burgers was perhaps our most pleasant surprise. This Latonia joint is small in size but huge in flavor. It's so small that we could easily hear (and smell) our burgers sizzling on the flat top grill just behind the counter. Plus their food challenge is literally to die for. We love this place. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/05/bards-burgers.html.
The Anchor Grill in Covington doesn't serve up the best burger in town but it's good enough when added to the ambiance of this place, usually thought of as an after the bars close destination, to put it on the list. While Josh has never been here after last call, Mark has and that helped in making his decision to include this in the discussion. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/06/anchor-grill.html.
The Great Scott Diner in Amelia is here not only because of their tasty burgers but because of the retro 50s decor that literally takes you back to a decade when cars and burgers were king. It's worth the drive east just to look at all the old signs and pictures on the walls and to hear the great old music pumped through the place. But don't forget to order up a burger, you'll thank us, and them, for it. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/great-scott-diner.html.
Zip's Cafe in Mt. Lookout is often sitting on top of the best burgers in the city list and with good reason. These are some of the most tasty goodies you will ever eat. And the atmosphere of this place is unbeatable. It's small, people often sit beside strangers at the long table in the middle of the place (we tend to sneak off to the bar in the back where there's usually a couple of stools open), and you can't help but look at the model train that circles the dining room above your head. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/09/zips-cafe.html.
Van Zandt Restaurant and Tavern in North Collage Hill had just topped one of the best burger lists when we trekked over toward Mark's old stomping grounds. The "experts" were right. This was one of the best burgers either of us had enjoyed in a while. With great service and a very clean, modern restaurant, this is an absolute must destination for the burger fan. http://turnerbudds-burgerblog.blogspot.com/2011/10/van-zandt-restaurant-and-tavern.html.
There you have it, our favorite burger joints that we have visited for the blog during our initial year on line. Next we are going to point out the five (well maybe six) chains that we liked the best. Enjoy and please, let us know what you think with either a comment or drop an email to turnerbudds@yahoo.com.
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