People have been singing the praises of Five Napkin Burger (on 45th and 9th, with a 2nd location just opened at Broadway and 84th Street) to me for quite some time. I would usually say that ”I am not a burger person,” but the truth is that I only enjoy a burger when it’s especially good (and most just… are not especially good). Five Napkin Burger, however, was more than especially good. It was fantastic!
Though the full shelf of Maker’s Mark at the bar was slightly alarming.
Mike went with the bacon cheddar burger. It was delicious, and juicy enough to earn the restaurant its name.
Since it was still brunch time, I was lucky enough to see the Eggs Benedict Sliders on the menu. It was the same as regular eggs benedict but with a burger slider instead of ham. It was delicious! The bernaise had that perfect sour flavor and the eggs were cooked perfectly. Not to mention to burger itself just had that perfect, juicy (without being greasy), burgery flavor.
I thoroughly enjoyed this brunch and I’m glad we tried it.
Total Nom Points: 7 out of 10
