Burger Brothers (Brighton, England) - Set Face to "Chomp"

If you weren't looking for it, you'd walk right by without noticing it was there. Burger Brothers lives within a tiny shop front whose bright lime green exterior blends sensibly in to the colour splashed Brighton cityscape. 

As it happens, I actually was looking for it, and with great anticipation at that. Being new to the area, I relied on the interwebz to guide me to the best eats in town, and more than one site spoke of this place as if it were the second coming of Burger Jesus.

In the spirit of full disclosure, I should you, loyal readers, that on my first trip there I was as pissed as a parrot ("drunk" to you good folks in the US). That said, I maintain everything I'll say from this moment forward as I've been back since to confirm my initial findings in a clearer state of mind.

On the windows of Burger Brothers are some stickers about being voted the UK's favourite burger. Now, I'm not one to be swayed by a simple sticker, but they had two of them. Two! Anyway, I put that aside with a healthy scepticism and walked in, where I was greeted by a guy named Pip. Pip and his buddy are the operators of Burger Brothers (I'm not sure if they're actually brothers and have never thought to ask). They're young fellas - Londoners (I think?) who've been doing their own food for a while and are as friendly as can be.

There was one dude in line, already at the counter, studying the menus  with a wrinkled brow. He finally looked up, only to ask "What would you recommend". Calmly, Pip says "I recommend you review your options and make an informed decision"....30 seconds in and I already knew I liked this guy.

Finally it was my turn. The chalkboard menu laid out my choices - and I zero'd in on the Classic Beef, which had beef (duh), cheddar, baby plum tomatos, mustard, relish mayo and caramelized onions. On top of that, I added Prosciutto (from their options of Serrano and Chorizo) and their home made Pepper Punch chili sauce.

In just a few minutes, my burger was boxed and ready to go, cheerfully handed over with a caution that a toothpick ran through the middle. Pip never fails to mention that toothpick, no matter how many times you go in there. But I understand. You just know some dumbass has bit into that toothpick before.

Off I went to try this burg out in the privacy of my apartment. The nights drink had caught up to me as I got there. I stumbled in, threw my clothes off and sat on the ground, ready for one of those sloppy, post-pub eating sessions which, lets face it, are just the best way to eat.

 Before I continue, let me tell you something about myself.  I have been studying hamburgers for as long as I've been eating. I'd eat them every single day if I wasn't afraid of having to eventually bathe myself with a rag on the end of a broomstick. I've travelled the world eating burgers - a Burgernaught, if you will. With that experience behind me, I can tell you without hyperbole that this burger was one of the best I have ever eaten, anywhere. I won't say THE best because I think that's like saying the best band. There is no 'best band', there are awesome bands and shitty bands and everything in between. Same with burg's, but man it is up there. Easily would need to be included in any Top 5 list I'd make for the UK and Top 10 worldwide. .

The bun is just what a burger bun should be: Soft, so that when you bite into it your mouth can't tell where the bun ended and the patty began. The prosciutto added this great subtle saltiness along with a a texture that just danced with the rest. The patty was cooked perfectly, not too thick, not too thin, medium rare. It was truly extraordinary.

I would recommend that Burger Brother virgin first timers start with this burger, if only because its the only one I can actually vouch for. I get the exact same burger every time and it has never failed me. With that said, try whatever ya want - I can't imagine it wouldn't be great, these guys really know their shit. Oh, and let me know if you go get one - I want one too.

Here, check'em out on Facebook:  Burger Brothers

Until next time,

Peace!

Meathead