mhopkins2 Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Hi all, I realize this is totally subjective but thought it would be fun to see what people thought as to the best burger at Lake Chapala. As a new guy to the area and one who could LIVE on burgers, I would like to hear suggestions by others who feel the same. Comparing Boar (best tasting so far but a soggy bottom bun), Lake Taco (skirt steak vs ground meat), Cheers (thick), the hamburger place by Taste of Thai, I would place Cheers on top at this point. Also the most expensive. Magnana has been mentioned but I haven't tried that yet. The best burger in your opinion? Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Gossip: great meat, nice salad on the side. Ninette: great meat, but so thick you need to eat it in pieces. Also nice salad. Bruno: good, and wood fired barbequed. Another good salad. Tony's: good, big, and you can have a baked potato instead of fries if you want. (I guess you can tell I'm not a fan of the fries around here.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordtruckman Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 In Chapala I like the special sirloin burger served Tuesdays through Thursdays at Bar Tómas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginger Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Since Early Bird closed, Gossip's is my favorite with great fries. I've heard the burger at Perry's Fish & Chips is good per Rick, former owner of the aforementioned Early Bird but I haven't tried it yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xena Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 I second Bar Tómas as overall best burger and fries Lakeside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelseagirls Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Adelitas blue cheese stuffed sirloin burger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepez Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Had a really good burger at El Ankla yesterday with (and, yes, this is for you, Gringal)really good fries! The burger comes pretty much plain (just the bun and a dab of mayo), but there is a little burger bar to dress it up some. Condiments included lettuce, tomato, onion, mushrooms, jalapenos, mustard, catsup, BBQ sauce, and hot sauce.) The patty was so thick that i brought half the sandwich home because once i had polished off my fries and eaten half the burger, i was full. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desafinada Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Hubby really likes the burger at Mario's. Can't beat the Mexican "pickles" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Had a really good burger at El Ankla yesterday with (and, yes, this is for you, Gringal)really good fries! The burger comes pretty much plain (just the bun and a dab of mayo), but there is a little burger bar to dress it up some. Condiments included lettuce, tomato, onion, mushrooms, jalapenos, mustard, catsup, BBQ sauce, and hot sauce.) The patty was so thick that i brought half the sandwich home because once i had polished off my fries and eaten half the burger, i was full. ....soo glad you thought of me (lol) when you got those good fries at Ancla. Actually, they are good since I always snitch some from mi esposo. Snitched fries are the best, of course. They do have a good large burger and the condiment counter is a nice touch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 I guess a price would not be amiss for this gourmet food Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonhill Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Mike- This a a controversial subject and comes up often, but that's a good thing because we lose restaurants with such regularity that previous threads like this quickly become obsolete. The most common burger you'll find here is comprised of mystery meat, which has secret binders mixed into them and cook up sort of beige/gray and have the texture of foam rubber. For real burgers, the most consistent ones come from Gossips, Tony's, Adelita's, and my favorite which is the aforementioned special at Tom's Bar in Chapala. I'm sure there are others I haven't tried yet, but that's why you posted the question, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley Ronnfeldt Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Magana's for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajijicbound Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Merendero's on colon and ocampo in ajijic. Assorted burgers on great buns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pappysmarket Posted August 22, 2014 Report Share Posted August 22, 2014 Hands down, El Sarape in Ajijic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhopkins2 Posted August 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 Thanks to all for the suggestions. That will keep me going for a couple of weeks. Moonhill, I did notice one I couldn't tell what it was, other than not my favorite. I'm going to write each of these down and give 'em a try. Thanks again all, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Saltos Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 El Sarape for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 El Sarape for sure. You're absolutely sure that the owner isn't your long lost brother??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 Places all over Mexico serve what I like to call a "hamburgreasa". I have yet to find a place around here to write home about, since Rick's closed, so I want in on this hunt, too. I can attest that Mario makes the best french fries I've had here, as he double-cooks them properly. Meantime, mhopkins2, if you have a BBQ, pick up the frozen arrechera burgers at WalMart, four to a pack, in the cooler section in the aisle, back where the chicken and steaks are. These are thick, juicy, tasty, and if you load them with toppings, just like Harvey's burgers back home in Ottawa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REC Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 My favorites - Mario's in San Antonio Arileo on the west side of Ajijic just past the second Pemex station Agree that Mario's has some of the best fries in the area. Aurelio's has mixed regular and sweet potato fries that are also pretty good. Also like Adelita's for just about everything and their fries are REALLY good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 ARILEO folks. They would appreciate having the name of their restaurant spelled correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted August 23, 2014 Report Share Posted August 23, 2014 ARILEO folks. They would appreciate having the name of their restaurant spelled correctly. I think we covered that early in this thread, but some folks just don't notice. It's all my fault, since I started it. ARILEO. ARILEO. ARILEO!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVGRINGO Posted August 24, 2014 Report Share Posted August 24, 2014 I was really hoping that a moderator would correct the title, and maybe even the spelling in the postings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan Posted August 25, 2014 Report Share Posted August 25, 2014 I always like the burgers at Mama's Bar (Johnny's Mama) in San Antonio. Always leave full and very good onion rings as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted August 25, 2014 Report Share Posted August 25, 2014 El Sarape for us also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted August 25, 2014 Report Share Posted August 25, 2014 So who is going to compile the restaurant list, comments and prices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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