Boston Burger Company

01/05/10

burger-riffic

by leadlike at Citysearch

Holy crap, them's some burgers! Burgers for all tastes! (even vegetarians, although it's an extra buck and I have no idea if they're any good). This is a very small space serving up some very big food. The size and burger options make it seem boutique-y, but it's actually quite straightforward and unpretentious in atmosphere and presentation.

I came here recently for an early dinner before a movie at the Somerville Theatre, and was once again beset by its various choices. It's not that the list is endless -although it is extensive- it's that each option looks better than the last making decisions difficult. Coming early is a good idea too, because the space is small and it fills up quickly. The first time I went, there was a 30+ minute wait (I'm glad I waited, BTW). The burgers are large but not huge, and tasty, although I have found "done-ness" to be slightly unpredictable. One is tempted to order fries or some other sides to split, but that can be a fool's errand given the portion sizes and the chips and beans (or slaw) that come with the burgers. It's easy to fill up fast, but I can at least say that the sweet potato fries were pretty good.

My next mission is to try some of the other items such as the cheese fries or boneless wings to see how other items on the menu fair, but you certainly can't go wrong just ordering a burger.

• Pros: burgers, burgers, burgers
• Cons: small, can be a bit of a wait

Adventurous Davis Sq burger joint adds fun quirks to dining

by Linda Clark at Citysearch

If it’s a burger you want, Boston Burger Company has you covered. And if you don’t, there are plenty of other options, from decent salads--Caesar, Greek, Cobb--to chicken sandwiches and wings, both of which are available in various combos; there’s also an abbreviated children’s menu. But, as its name suggests, this casual eatery features the burger … and then some. The 22 different custom build-outs include vegetarian options and a locally inspired Pilgrim turkey burger with cranberry mayo and stuffing. For something a little different, how about the Bahama Mama, which is made with grilled conch and paired with mango salsa.