Best burgers in the Triangle North Carolina

Char-grill, Two Guys and Hardees in that order. Any that I have missed? Char-grill burgers unusual in that they still cook over coals inside the store...order taking is by pencil and paper and dropped in a slot to the workers. Now if I can find some good onion rings within 25 miles, I'll be all set.

Just replied on this to a topic above on the Forum list. Wimpy's, on Hillsborough Road in north Durham. Alas, not charcoal, but a real burger, you pick the toppings, written on a piece of paper they hand to someone in back, and you get your food a few minutes later. Grease on the hands and the whole bit; maybe a bit below the 85% lean mark.

Go to "Finch's" on Peace street for the best onion rings within 100 miles. And "Player's Retreat" across from N.C.State has outstanding burgers as well.

Any of you ever been to Johnson's in Siler City?

I wouldn't classify it as a great burger but I love the setting and it is a classic example of a type - authentic 50s style preparation

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Originally posted by Brent Kulman

Any of you ever been to Johnson's in Siler City?

I wouldn't classify it as a great burger but I love the setting and it is a classic example of a type - authentic 50s style preparation

How could I have forgotten about "Johnson's". The only problem is that you really have to plan to find him open. It is my understanding that he only buys a small amount of meat every morning and then closes the door when he sells out. It must have something to do with his tee-times. I have been by there before 1:00 and found him closed for the day. BUT I do love his cheeseburgers (made with Velveeta) topped with a little coleslaw and onions. Of course, they are also good with lettuce and tomato.

What about this Cook Out joint I've seen near Raleigh?

The Federal in Durham has a great burger au poivre. Unique, spicy with a great texture. Terrific fries, too.

What about Fat Daddys? is it still around on glendale?

My personal favorite during my 18 years in the Raleigh area was Fat Daddy's, primarily because of their buttered burger buns.

As for the Char Grill phenomenom, I attribute that to primarily being the fond memories of Raleigh natives of their childhoods. I always noticed that Raleighites were the most staunch proponents of Char Grill. Despite my repeated efforts over the years, I never could eat the burgers without suffering from severe indigestion, despite my possessing a cast-iron stomach. I usually ended up with a Jr. Burger, and suffered through it in my attempts to relish the 50's era atmosphere. I even own one of their T-shirts, with a cool '57 Chevy on the back. I just can't say their burgers are good. I'll defer to your admiration for them, however, since we're not arguing over something IMPORTANT, like barbecue! ;-)