This chain of fast-casual restaurants has quickly gained a reputation for making the iconic ‘burger’ special again. They provide a vast range of customizable options to satiate every craving: from what type of meat, to your topping selection, to exactly how you’d like it cooked, every aspect designed to fulfill you.

Bobby’s Burger Palace, or BBP, is the creation of world renowned chef, cookbook author and restaurateur Bobby Flay. The legendary chef has created a brand that provides delicious, indulgent, high quality burgers that you’ll want to devour. With it’s convenient casual dining areas, this place is great for that work lunch, or just an off-the-cuff meal with friends.

History

Bobby’s Burger is fairly new and was created in 2008 in Lake Grove, New York with the first store being opened in the Smith Haven Mall. Celebrated chef Bobby Flay wanted to re-invent the image of the burger. He had already had huge success with numerous other chains that he owned: Bar American, Bobby Flay Steak, Gato and Mesa Grill.

The food philosophy behind the brand is inspired by Flay’s background, interest and enthusiasm for great tasting, fantastic quality food. The current range of dishes on offer were inspired by his travels across the US. Furthermore, the company is designed as a healthier alternative to traditional fast food establishments and they aim to have your order ready for you as quickly as possible, without compromising on the quality of the food.

They also have a significant reward scheme for repeat customers. Pick up a card in store and activate it by registering it online. Then for every $1 you spend you’ll receive 1 point; and for every 100 points you collect, you’ll receive a free burger, sandwich or salad.

The brand is continuing to expand and now has 19 stores across 11 states. Bobby Flay continues to remain highly involved with the brand to ensure Bobby’s Burger Palace continues to expand with the same high-quality product that each and every establishment serve today. 

Review

What separates Bobby’s Burger Palace from other fast-casual establishments is their proud dedication to providing a wide variety of gourmet-quality, signature burgers. Their locations all have the same theme: clean, bright, modern, casual convenience. Their locations have a vast amount of communal seating areas, as well as smaller table and stool arrangements.

Their most popular menu item is their burger; any which way you want it. Firstly, you select your meat: certified angus beef, ground turkey or whole chicken breast. Then you need to decide on the flavor type which includes your toppings, sauce and garnish: L.A., Dallas, Carolina, Philly, New Mexico, Miami, Palace Classic, Bobby Blue, Brunch or Topless. Whichever you decide, every single one is a fantastic combination of flavors, you won’t be disappointed. The menu also offers alternative choices such as: salads, fries, grilled cheese sandwiches, onion rings, shakes and soft drinks.

One fantastic concept that the chain also promote is their “Burger of the Month.” As advertised, this changes every month and previous ones have been an absolute culinary delight. December 2015 was the month of ‘Bobby’s Christmas Burger’, as normal, your choice of meat, topped with melted Monterey jack cheese, fiery red chile sauce and spicy green chile salsa. Or try one of their infamous ‘Crunchburgers’; any signature burger, topped with potato chips.

The service at every location is impeccably fast and friendly. Plus, their prices are practically a steal at around $7 for any one of their burgers. Bobby’s Burger Palace is reinventing the way the public see this traditional American meal. No longer seen as a cheap, unhealthy, lazy alternative. This chain has put forth a new concept: the gourmet fast-food burger; fresh ingredients, great taste while still quick and convenient.