Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Share #1 Posted July 7, 2015 http://gothamist.com/2015/07/06/a_pizzeria_serves_one_of_brooklyns.php One Of Brooklyn's Best Burgers Can Be Found At A Clinton Hill Pizzeria BY NELL CASEY IN FOOD ON JUL 6, 2015 2:40 PM (Emily Bolles) Clinton Hill newcomer Emily serves some of the city's tastiest pizza pies from their wood-fired oven, but if you don't order their new burger during your meal then you're an insane person. Chef Matt Hyland dropped the burger onto the menu last summer, but some recent tweaks have taken it into some next level territory, as far as burgers go. Just be prepared for heavy napkin usage because this bad boy is messy. For starters, the burger arrives on a baking sheet, as traditional plates are no match for the oozy, runny, gooeyness of this beast. Hyland uses a dry aged beef to create his patty, which holds together surprisingly well considering the moisture factor in both the meat and the toppings. Speaking of toppings, a heap of sauteed onions adds an umami kick, while a one year aged Grafton cheddar lends a subtle tangy bite and acts as a glue to try (and fail) holding everything together. Finally, a squirt of "Emmy sauce," a secret recipe that toes the line between savory and sweet. When he first started offering the burger, Hyland was using a brioche bun as the bread component. He's wisely changed course since, switching to a pretzel bun from Tom Cat bakery. The smooth, mahogany exterior can bear the brunt of the burger overload without turning into a soggy mess, while the rye flour and malted barley flour used to make the buns give it that signature pretzel flavor. Now here's where I may lose you: the burger costs $21, which is nearly double what you'll pay for a similar meal at somewhere like Shake Shack but still less than the $28 Black Label Burger at Minetta Tavern. But the burger is damn good and also comes with a heaping portion of outstanding french fries to booth. The triple-cooked shoestring-style fries are blanched, baked and then finished in the fryer 'til crunchy, after which they are liberally doused in salt. Save hypertension worries for tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 7, 2015 Share #2 Posted July 7, 2015 Is that the low-fat version? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share #3 Posted July 7, 2015 Is that the low-fat version?I am quite sure that it is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #4 Posted July 7, 2015 "a secret recipe that toes the line between savory and sweet. " I know I have challenges with spelling and grammar...most of it being lazy....But should that not be "tows" the line....not "toes" for that price the reviewer should spell better than me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share #5 Posted July 7, 2015 "a secret recipe that toes the line between savory and sweet. " I know I have challenges with spelling and grammar...most of it being lazy....But should that not be "tows" the line....not "toes" for that price the reviewer should spell better than me.But it is not "towing" anything, it is more a euphemism for straddling a fine line. I think "toes" is correct, but we might need a ruling here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 7, 2015 Share #6 Posted July 7, 2015 "a secret recipe that toes the line between savory and sweet. " I know I have challenges with spelling and grammar...most of it being lazy....But should that not be "tows" the line....not "toes" for that price the reviewer should spell better than me. toe the line phrase of toe 1. accept the authority, principles, or policies of a particular group, especially under pressure. synonyms: conform, obey the rules, observe the rules, comply with the rules,abide by the rules, follow the rules; informalplay by the rules "the choice is yours: toe the line or pack your bags" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #7 Posted July 7, 2015 But it is not "towing" anything, it is more a euphemism for straddling a fine line. I think "toes" is correct, but we might need a ruling here.Toe is correct. Canadian rulz. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #8 Posted July 7, 2015 Is that the low-fat version? Low gluten version Do you have a Bagger Dave's in y our area? They have tasty burgers. Pricey, but tasty. Good beer too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 7, 2015 Share #9 Posted July 7, 2015 Low gluten version Do you have a Bagger Dave's in y our area? They have tasty burgers. Pricey, but tasty. Good beer too. No idea, I doubt it. I rarely eat burgers because most places don't have decent gluten free buns, and I don't like beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #10 Posted July 7, 2015 I googled it to get more info..and the toe the line is to foot racing...not towing a boat or car or whatever...I obviously spend more time towing things than with a toe on the line in a race Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #11 Posted July 7, 2015 I don't know what gluten is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Wheels Posted July 7, 2015 Share #12 Posted July 7, 2015 I don't know what gluten is It's the stuff that makes bread gooey and spongy and bouncy. Essentially it's needed. It's also a main ingredient in beer. There are substitutes, but most are pretty poor. It also causes problems for people with an intolerance, or Celiac disease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share #13 Posted July 7, 2015 I don't know what gluten is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtyhip Posted July 7, 2015 Share #14 Posted July 7, 2015 It looks overly greasy. That pic is unappetizing. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share #15 Posted July 7, 2015 It looks overly greasy. That pic is unappetizing.I don't know, you might perceive it as juicy if you like that kind of thing. I think it is kind of tarted up for the picture, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted July 7, 2015 Share #16 Posted July 7, 2015 Toe is correct. Canadian rulz. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #17 Posted July 7, 2015 Burgers ain't supposed to be gourmet, or artisinal or feature shiitake mushrooms and vegan kale hummus.They are made from ground beef that can be seasoned a bit and then tossed on a grill, preferably one with a real fire from wood or charcoal.The cheese is added while still on the girll and then the patty is put on a bun, preferrably a Mrs. Baird's bun ( you have lattitude here to use your own locally baked bun, but nothing fancy) with poppy seeds, and dressed with lettuce, onion, dill pickle slices, mustard and some salt and pepper.They should be eaten off a paper plate with some Lay's potato chips (there is lattitude here as well as I realize chips are very regional, but you need to go with a local potato chip) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted July 7, 2015 Share #18 Posted July 7, 2015 $21 for an ugly burger. No thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #19 Posted July 7, 2015 Burgers ain't supposed to be gourmet, or artisinal or feature shiitake mushrooms and vegan kale hummus.They are made from ground beef that can be seasoned a bit and then tossed on a grill, preferably one with a real fire from wood or charcoal.The cheese is added while still on the girll and then the patty is put on a bun, preferrably a Mrs. Baird's bun ( you have lattitude here to use your own locally baked bun, but nothing fancy) with poppy seeds, and dressed with lettuce, onion, dill pickle slices, mustard and some salt and pepper.They should be eaten off a paper plate with some Lay's potato chips (there is lattitude here as well as I realize chips are very regional, but you need to go with a local potato chip) While I agree wholeheartedly, I do like the creativity aspect of other folks versions. Unless of course, it features a greasy donut for a bun then battered and deep fried. That is just disgusting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share #20 Posted July 7, 2015 Here is the description of the fancy-pants burger mentioned. It was all this and more, I think about that burger at least once a month and have for the last five years.http://aht.seriouseats.com/archives/2009/03/secrets_of_minetta_taverns_black_label_burger_1.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted July 7, 2015 Share #21 Posted July 7, 2015 Here is the description of the fancy-pants burger mentioned. It was all this and more, I think about that burger at least once a month and have for the last five years.http://aht.seriouseats.com/archives/2009/03/secrets_of_minetta_taverns_black_label_burger_1.htmlYou may go to Hell and I will go to Texas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted July 7, 2015 Share #22 Posted July 7, 2015 You may go to Hell and I will go to Texas.Where have I heard that before? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted July 7, 2015 Share #23 Posted July 7, 2015 I had a great bison burger at the Cowboy Grill in Sedona, AZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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