I’ve encountered my share of 3 or 4 napkin roast beef poboys, but I’ve rarely had a hamburger turn into such a hot mess in my hands. The way the patty falls apart definitely means real ground beef loosely pressed before hitting the griddle, and the butter grilled onions add to the sloppy joe factor. I liked being able to add bibb lettuce and smoked gouda to the burger, but the spice profile didn’t really work for me. I can easily see how it would work for other people, and I applaud them for being so bold with their seasoning. There are a couple of other really interesting things on the menu I might try someday, but when someone names a menu item after the place (Smith Burger), you have to go there first. Not a huge fan of table service at sandwich joints, especially if there’s no bar or you can’t see the bar, and the interior here is kind of stark. Maybe things are better in the bar, but it was lunch, so I didn’t make it that far back. The butter garlic fries were very good, and of course, Abita Root Beer. Not a bad place at all, just not a go to for me.
