My Favorite....BURGER

There are many theories to when and who created the first hamburger. Most likely, the succulent meat between a sliced bun originated from the people of Hamburg, Germany who migrated to America in the 1800’s. This meat, served “Hamburg style” was cheap minced meat with spices, typically eaten raw. Various chain restaurants have changed the world and made hamburgers the ultimate American dish. I appreciate the way hamburgers have changed throughout history, but I care more about where I can get the best burger in Fort Worth.

DUTCH’S

In 2007, Dutch’s opened in the TCU area at 3009 S. University Dr. in the old favorite burger location of Jon’s Grille. The name is meant to remember TCU alum and famous football coach Leo “Dutch” Meyer. His famous inspirational quote can be found on the wall, “Fight ‘em till hell freezes over, then fight ‘em on the ice.” This simple and bright restaurant serves one of my favorite burgers, the #5 Bacon and Blue Cheese Burger ($6.85). The most interesting part of any Dutch’s burger is the signature sweet bun. They are very similar to the sweet Hawaiian rolls that are becoming more popular. Under the bun, my favorite burger is smothered with a spicy chipotle mayo and piled high with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, chopped onions, crumbled blue cheese, and smoked bacon. One might think all these flavors would cover up the most important part (the meat) but they compliment the burger so perfectly. The patty is thick, juicy, and flavorful. An option of fries, tator tots, or onion rings is available for another $2, and the onion rings are worth it! Dutch Meyer may have represented TCU, but now Fort Worth is proud to stand behind Dutch’s Burgers.

www.dutchshamburgers.com

3009 S. University
Fort Worth, TX 76109
T: 817.927.5522

KINCAID’S

It started as a small grocery store in 1946 that prided itself on fresh produce and fully stocked shelves. In 1964, Charles Kincaid’s Grocery and Market started cooking hamburgers from their fresh ingredients and meat market. As the hamburgers became popular, the store began focusing more on the burgers and cut down grocery shelves to provide make-shift countertops for dining. The small, original restaurant has expanded to five other locations around the area, but all keep their roots with the grocery style ambiance. Kincaid’s has won numerous awards, along with the Best Burger in the US out of 400 hamburger restaurants, and it ranks as one of my favorites too. The traditional burger is 8 oz. of Black Angus chuck served with the traditional toppings: pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onions ($5.25) However, I get the Jr. Cheeseburger ($4.10), a 4 oz. option so I can load up on my sides. Always a hard choice, their options are fries, fried okra, or onion rings. One of the signs that hangs in the restaurant reads, “Eat Your Vegetables. Fried. Your mom never said how they had to be cooked, did she?” And everything fried is absolutely delicious! If you can, follow up the feast with a chocolate Blue Bell milkshake. YUMMMM!

www.kincaidshamburgers.com

4901 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76107
T; 817.732.2881

4824 Overton Ridge Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76132
T: 817.370.6400

3124 Texas Sage Trail
Fort Worth, TX 76177
T: 817.750.3200

Also located in Southlake, Arlington, and Weatherford