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Utah has become one of the best kept secrets in the West for great food. Burgers, in particular, are a mastered art by many local restaurants. And since KSL Local launched the 5th annual A-list contest for local businesses this week, we thought it appropriate to list some of the nominees from the 'Best Burger' category.
JCW's
From South Jordan to Utah Valley, JCW's offers 15 different menu items, each packed with 1/3 pound of AAA ground chuck and fresh ingredients. JCW's was started by Chris and Clay Williams, "The Burger Boys," in American Fork in 1998, with an emphasis on quality food and friendly service. Now, JCW's has grown to four locations serving up juicy burgers and delectably thick shakes, all for reasonable prices. If you're in need of a great burger at a good price, without the long wait, JCW's is a solid option.
Crown Burgers
Anyone driving through Salt Lake City has, at some point, probably seen (and visited) Crown Burgers. Started in 1978 by Rula and John Katzourakis and Nick Katsanevas, Crown Burgers has expanded to seven locations statewide. Its famous "Crown Burger" (a quarter pound char-broiled pattie with the usual fixings and a hefty portion of hot pastrami on top) is a burger experience unlike any other. Come hungry.
Lucky 13
Located just west of Smith's Ballpark in Salt Lake City, Lucky 13's presence has become a culturally recognized destination for delicious, unique, made-from-scratch burgers. While Lucky 13 is a bar for those over 21, many non-drinkers also flock to the smell of house-smoked bacon, garlic fries and a menu featuring unique burgers such as "The Breath Enhancer," "The Celestial Burger," and "The Fungus Amongus."While there is usually a wait to be seated (even during the week), a trip down 1300 South has never been more worth it.
Woody's Drive-In
One of the few classically styled drive-in restaurants still around, Woody's Drive-In has become a staple in the Salt Lake valley since 1989. For those looking for a moderately priced place to revisit yesteryear, Woody's Drive-In is it. From the burgers and homemade fries to the variety of sides and shakes, Woody's Drive-In offers a unique experience compared to modern burger places.
Hires Big H
Come for the Big H burger and fries, stay for the homemade onion rings and a frosty mug of root beer. Hires Big H has been a Utah staple since 1959 when Don Hale founded it as Hires Big H Drive-In. Since then, the restaurant has grown to three locations but hasn’t abandoned the attention to detail and old-timey charm that made them famous.
Apollo Burger
Since opening their first location in 1984, Apollo Burger has been dedicated to providing the best products from local farms, bakeries and suppliers in addition, of course, to their delicious burgers, fries and salads. Try a burger with their signature pastrami to get the real Apollo Burger experience.
Did we skip your favorite? Be sure to vote in this year’s KSL Local A-List contest to let your voice be heard.
