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Best Hamburger in San Diego?
Hard to say a best, though I'm sure you'll get many people claiming one or the other to be so, "hands down" no doubt.
Some good ones:
Hodad's in OB - Basic burger, but with a generous amount of toppings, and they have an unusual form of bacon on the burgers.
Rocky's in PB - These have a lot of devotees. They are good, though nothing beyond burger w/ cheese in terms of options.
Crest Cafe in Hillcrest - Tasty, and they will cook to order. Some interesting options, good bread.
Phil's BBQ in Sports Arena - They grind their own chuck, and cook the burger over open flame. One of my favorites in town, though I get sauce on the side.
The Linkery in North Park - Probably the biggest burger. Topped w/ bacon, pineapple, grilled onion, and a fried egg. One of the best.
Cafe 910 in La Jolla - My favorite in SD. They'll cook it rare and serve it on brioche. Perfect in every way.
Sammy's - They have mini Kobe beef sliders on sweet Hawaiian egg bread. They are very delicious, if atypical. Another of my favorites.
Liars' Club in Mission Beach - Lots of cool variations, all of which are worthwhile. Great beer selection, too.
re: Josh
re: lotsofissues
For cheapest options w/ college students, I'd suggest Hodad's, Phil's BBQ, Liars' Club, or Crest Cafe for two reasons. One, good burgers. Two, they serve good beer.
Rocky's gets major demerits in the beer department. They only serve crappy macrobrews, with the exception of Widmer Hefeweizen, and that's not so great either: still Rocky's is cheap, burgers there are around $6. The wait can be insane. When I went, on a Sunday around 1pm, it was standing room only, and took an hour to get my burger. When I finally got it, I kind of wondered what all the fuss was about. I sometimes wonder if their fans have ever ventured beyond PB to see what else is available.
Burgers at Hodad's can be as cheap as $6 for a combo w/ fries if you get the mini size (which is actually what I order when I go). The mini is 1/4 lb. and if you get it w/ bacon and cheese is quite satisfying. They don't put the mini bacon cheese on the menu, but you can order it. They have a few draft beers, including some local options.
Phil's BBQ burger is $6 and is 1/2 lb. They have a nice choice of sides that are $1.50 apiece. Their beer selection is a little better than Hodad's, IMO, with some very good local handles/bottles available.
Liars' Club is another good deal, burgers are $7 and come w/ fries or cole slaw. You can see a list of their burger options at their website, http://www.liarsclubsd.com - I particularly like the Fuego Burger and the Jerk Burger. Beer selection is the best of those listed, with a huge number of local options.
Crest Cafe is a little bit more expensive than these places, with the 1/2 lb. burgers starting at $7 for the plain option, and hovering between $8 and $9 for the specialty choices. They have some interesting sides, the jicama cole slaw is quite nice.
If you're interested in eating late at night, then Liars' Club and Crest Cafe are your best bets, as they are open until midnight.
Here are my favorites (in no particular order)
The Vine: I don't really know why this burger is so good, but it is. They use a wonderful ciabatta -like roll, and use excellent cheese. More Artisan than most of the places you will find on this list.
Tiolis Crazy Burger: A relatively new place to the game, but darn good. They have some 27 variations of burgers - including Gator and Rattlesnake. I personally prefer the Dansk, which is a simple burger with lots of bleu cheese on top. Darn good french fries too.
Hodads: Simple, but still a favorite.
The Linkery: Not your traditional burger. Some people can't get beyond the fact that there is an egg and a slice of pineapple on their burger, but I happen to like it.
Liars Club: Really not known for their burgers, (I order the fuego steak melt 99 % of the time) but pretty good. Go for the beer, but enjoy the hamburgers.
there is a similar thread, i think maybe "best burgers and fries in san diego"; check out the Longhorn on Mission Gorge Rd; also the Waterfront down near Little Italy; Chief's up in Solana Beach
re: ibstatguy
re: eatemup
HeeHee, the Longhorn has been around for a V-E-R-Y long time and turning out pretty decent burgers. There is a photo in my high school year book (Senior year) of some of the members of the football team at Longhorns chowing down. Let's see...that would have been Patrick Henry, 19....oh my god that was a long time ago...
re: OCAnn
Boll Weevil! Any old 'hounds remember Jeff "Buddha"'s written feuds with the guy who used to reply with the BW for any question on where to eat in San Diego? I did happen to end up in a BW recently for happy hour, the waitress didn't give us our check until after the 1/2-price appetizer time, even though we were well finished with them before that, and tried to charge us full fare. No tip for her!
I second the Waterfront's Texas Burger but the fries need some work. Also the Palm Bar in Coronado has excellent Burgers.
re: bythenumbers
Great list Josh! I would definitely add the Waterfront's burger to it, as well as Western Steak Burger. In so far as cost is an issue, WSB is a great value. It's on University in North Park just west of Texas street. For a straight up burger, it's delicious and my favorite spot! For a more "creative" burger I like Crest Cafe. Cafe on Park has a great bacon/mushroom burger also, and tasty onion rings.
re: bythenumbers
Husband was at The Vine in OB last night and tho he wasn't hungry enough to try one, he was told by the owner and several regulars that their burgers rock. Has anyone tried them? We're Rocky's fans and have yet to find their equal. That said, we're always on the lookout.
re: mimosa
re: Josh
Yes, I would also like to know what exactly puts Rocky's on the top of many peoples lists. It's been a couple of years since I've been there, but I do remember their burger being not so memorable. Not bad, in fact pretty good, but I wouldn't put it in my top 5. Does anyone remember Brooklyn Burgers in North Park? They had a pretty good greasy burger. And has anyone been to Canada Burger in North Park/City Heights on University?
re: Kico
I have been a food junkie for most of my life and I can not tell you what is in the ROcky's burger that it makes it so good. It is a conundrum of the highest order. Usually I can pick up the flavor difference in foods. Rarely am i at a loss for the secret. But ROcky's has me stumped. I have only been a couple of times but it is a great burger. It is simple nothing fancy just very good.
Me thinks maybe a hint of the magic white powder from the east but its just a guess.
re: SeanT
I watched the guy cooking, and it looks to me like plain, unseasoned ground beef, cooked on a griddle, with American cheese, and then a standard hamburger bun. I doubt very much that there is some secret ingredient involved - it tastes like a basic hamburger.
I have a feeling their secret ingredient is the same one employed by El Indio, Point Loma Seafood, and Corvette Diner.
re: Kico
I go to Canada Steakburger on University about once a month for takeout. It's a decent burger for the price. Their fries are pretty good too (if you like greasy, thick-cut, somewhat crunchy fries). I don't know that I'd place them in the "best in San Diego" category, though maybe on a QPR basis. For instance, I think Tioli's Crazy Burger makes a better burger (and it's ambience is definitely better...), but it's a couple dollars more.
re: Josh
First off, it's the flavor - as in lots of it - thanks to the griddle. A grill lets all the fat (aka flavor) drip down thru the cracks whereas a griddle keeps it right there with the meat.
Next, for me anyway, is bun:burger ratio. Hate it when I'm left with a bunch of messy meat and no bun, but not as much as a bunch of bread with a hint of meat. Rocky's does it perfectly...my last bite almost always has bun and meat.
And finally, timing. I've seen some people (you for one) complain about the timing at Rocky's. I love it. Basically, we go in and order a beer and our burgers, and then bide the time chatting with one of the local characters, reading a paper or watching one of the 5 or so sports options. By the time our first beer is done, the burger arrives with another beer, we eat and we're done. I've never had the whole thing take more than 1 1/4 hrs - and rarely that long. Avoid the busiest times though- go before noon or after 3 or be prepared to wait a bit longer.
Maybe it's just preference, or maybe you were there on an off day. If it was the latter, give them another shot on an off-peak time and hopefully your experience will be better.
There is always a great deal of buzz over this subject.
I have to say Bully's in Mission Valley. It comes with a salad and choice of potatoe, fried, mashed etc. The burger is served on a French Roll. The great thing about Bully's is that you can order a burger.
re: normalheightsfoodie
When this topic comes up my two faves are the Bully Burger and the Waterfront's burger. I always scratch my head at the Rocky's burger--I just don't get it.
But now I may have to scratch off the Bully Burger. Was at the Del Mar location (I know it and LJ are not associated with Bully's east) and when the burger was ordered the following things happened:
a) noticed that the price (as all the prices) had risen quite a bit
b) noticed it no longer came with your choice of soup or salad that was extra $$
c) noticed it no longer was oval and on a french roll--it is the "regular" shape on a "regular" bun.
Lets just say I wanted to cry. Anyone been to bully's east or the LJ location and noticed the same thing?
The "drugstore" burger offered by The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines. While not exactly a budget option at $17, it does deliver a terrifically tasty and nostalgic wallop. The fries are actually quite good as well. Side tip: for a mere $25 anyone can buy a "day pass" the the Lodge's spa. This gives you all-day access to the freshwater pool, jacuzzi (which overlooks the Torrey Pines golf course and ocean), the gorgeous mosaic showers, steam room, sauna, bathrobes, cosmetic products, gym, co-ed lounge, and, on weekends, yoga classes. I guarantee the great burger is even better when served to you poolside with a glass of wine or in the hot tub while you're watching parasailers cruise over Black's.
re: d_light
I've heard good things about that burger, and I too am in the camp that doesn't get the whole Rocky's thing. They taste just like the burgers my mom used to make at home. Not bad, but not something I would crave.
I also like the sound of that spa deal - I know you can do that at a lot of the spas in Vegas if you are a hotel guest, but I didn't know the Lodge offered it to just anyone. Might have to check that out. Estancia and La Costa also have new/remodeled spas that might be worth looking into.
Went to Nessie's up in Fallbrook today and had a great burger.
Good meat, (not very seasoned) in a good, thick patty, with enough lettuce, tomato and onion to stand up to the meat w/o overpowering it. Bun and burger were same exact size and the bun held up well to the juicy burger without crumbling. All in all, one of the best I have had in SD.
I liked the fries as well, which were large, crinkle cut, and well done.
Also, the decorations of the Loch Ness monster completely cracked me up.
The Spot in La Jolla has a good burger, 1/4 or 1/2 lb, with lots of bread, sauces, sides, and cheese options. Can be touristy due to the location, but locals still go there...and it has a decent bar. Good for an afternoon beer, burger, and catch up on the news or sports scores.
I'm sorry, but I'm absolutely enamored with the Tower 23 burger at JRDN. $10 buys you a generous patty of freshly ground meyer ranch chuck...nicely charred on the outside, pink and juicy in the middle. Topped with white cheddar and served on a soft, freshly baked roll with all the trimmings on the side and a MOUND of delicious, thin crispy herbed pomme frittes. Yes, it's pretty, but it's not pretentious.
This love affair will last and last. They also have a nice wine and cocktail list...and do other things well. I love this place...even though they tore down my favorite little boardwalk store to build it.
I really dig the carpaccio with fried capers, too.
There are a lot of great posts about this great topic. I too am a huge burger fan. My personal opinion on the subject is I love rockys. I know it is not a fancy burger and I can easily see why people think it is just a good burger. I like it because it is hard to make such a flavorful burger without a lot of toppings. I feel any burger can taste good if you put bacon, avacado, etc... on a burger, but rockys burgers taste great without any of them except cheese. I do love a burger with all those toppings as well like lairs club, hodads,etc. Rockys is a great place to go for a simple great tasting burger with a cheap watery beer. The other places are great to go to any other time you are in the mood for a delicious burger. Enjoy.
I have not tried Phils yet, but it is now at the top of my burger list.
re: wiedemann5
I am so with you, I absolutely looove Rocky's! It's right down the street from my house and it pains me every time I go by and don't stop to have one. I don't know what it is that makes them so good, but they are. I think it's just that they're so unpretentious.. Or they're just great I don't know. My question is this though, why hasn't anyone mentioned Bare Back? Those burgers are really good too!!
re: DoctorQuality
I had a delicious bacon cheeseburger at the Sandbar in Mission Beach. I wasn't expecting much but wow, great meat and the bacon was the thick applewood smoked variety that was fried up specifically for the burger as opposed to being grabbed out of a warmer. I think it helped that we were there post breakfast and before the big lunch crowd.
I usually go to Crest Cafe and get the Butter Burger. I love their fries even though my significant other thinks they underseason them.
NuNu's - Also in Hillcrest which I haven't seen anyone mention. They are a divey-type bar but they actually make some tasty burgers and other bar type food. Then you can tie one on if you so desire
When I lived in OB, Hodad's was the place. Those burgers are stacked so high getting one in your mouth is like trying to shove a golf ball through a garden hose.
On the not so great side are two real disapointments. Last night I tried the burger at C Level Lounge. The burger AND bun were chared. Why can't some cooks understand the difference between well done and burnt. Also had the same problem with the Kobe Burger from The Brigantine. And with both at $10 - $12!
Longhorn Cafe
Waterfront-Texas burger
The Spot
Love NuNu's for cocktails and never thought to have a burger there..
For huge greasy burgers you can barely get your mouth around Hodads in OB is one of a kind with a grungy surfer joint feel to the place. For a chain Fudrucker's has some damn good burgers while the best fastfood burger hands down is In'N Out Burger.
In my opinion the best burger in the world served in a sit down restaurant is Ercoles in Manhattan Beach in LA but San Diego is no slacker when it comes to high end burgers just try Rocky's in Pacific Beach. Rocky's is a down home sort of place serving great burgers at an affordable price but if you're looking for a higher end burger place try Bully's in Mission Valley.
Comrades "Best" lists are hard enough but best burger lists are nearly impossible. Here is my twenty five cents:
Childhood favorite: Double Mini Steer Burger at the dreaded Bowl Weevil (original location on Midway)
Current Favorites:
El Sol Café on University Ave (yeah Ed Bedford let the cat out of the bag)
The Best Burger you cannot find:
Wes's Patty Melt. "Big Belt" mentioned the NuNu's burger, well that was Wes and his patty melt redefined my concept of burgers when he started cooking them at the Alibi several years ago. The word on the street was he moved to the Imperial House but I went there the other day and it proved wrong. If he surfaces, this will turn out all Rocky's & Hodad fans for sure
Place to Try:
Community Diner 30th & Upas. Cool cat opening a new spot next to the bar. Should be open second week of June.
Honorable Mention from the past:
Grangers Café on El Cajon Blvd. Now it's an Ethiopian spot, but in the day their malts and burgers were some of the best.
re: Charlie SanDiego
re: Charlie SanDiego
re: Josh
re: mikec
My current personal favorite of the cheaper burgers is actually Jeff's in La Jolla, primarily because of the char-grilling. I think El Sol is every bit as good as Hodad's, Rocky's, or Tioli's.
The one thing about El Sol that I think works against them is some of the toppings aren't so great. They use these cheap neon-green pickle slices and iceberg lettuce, for example. On the other hand, the burger was under 5 bucks.
re: Josh
re: DiningDiva
Well, I've only been the once, so I have amended my comment. However, given the bun used, the iceberg, and the pickles, I wouldn't expect them to be using anything super-fancy as far as tomatoes go, especially given the low price of the burger. I remember Neal from Wit's End often complaining about the high price of decent tomatoes.
All that being said, Hodad's has always seemed to have pretty decent tomatoes for their burgers.
Anyone try Cheeburger Cheeburger in Carmel Mtn Ranch? They did a story on it on KFMB:
I agree with the standard Hodad's, Rocky's et al, but I'm suprised that no one mentioned Shades in O.B. especially the artery killing Surfer Burger - couple different cheeses, crispy bacon (very important), avo, and just plain damn good meat melded together with the right kind of bun, the kind that you don't notice until its gone, not too fluffy and toasted just right
re: mswan
re: stevuchan
To answer your question stevuchan, yes my son and I went on a burger run for over two+ months (one week at a time). We both thought the burgers at High Dive were good. Here is the rundown of the other places:
Lucky Bucks – took way too long and burgers were overcooked and dry
Boomerangs – second try to be fair, but still not worth the time and money
O'Hungrys – We both thought the burgers were good
Blueberry Hill – Pleasant surprise in OB, very good burgers and toppings, only complaint was the place was too well lit
Rockys – Good burgers, rude staff
Islands – Chain, but good burgers!
Boll Weevil – Why is this place still in business?
Tiolis Crazy Burger – Good variety and good burgers
Hodads – Still our favorite of the bunch!
Just a heads up: Hodad's will be featured on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" on 10/15 @ 10 PM.
I've been to Rocky's and Hodad's and prefer ROCKY'S! I think it is the fresh ground meat that makes them simply the best! I hate the wait and fuggedabout it if there is a game on!
But, since I live in East County, I now go to Johnny B's in La Mesa. They recently expanded and have a nice patio area with a fire pit. Lots of TV's to watch your sports team, too.
The burgers, fries, onion rings and jalapeno poppers are all good. They also have the little pottery dish with those yummy yellow chiles to put on your burger. This is kind of a "Cheers" bar where you really feel at home.
re: LisaSD
We just moved back to mid-city after a few years in the EC and found Johnny B's to be a decent substitute for Rocky's - not a replacement though! Rocky's still fills the top spot on our local burger list and we've tried them all. We can walk to Tioli's now - but won't.
Another place you might want to try that's not exactly east county - but close - is Longhorn Cafe on Mission Gorge near Zion Ave. Pretty fine burgers.
Have a new entry for the burger afficionados. I posted earlier, and am a 20 year Rocky's fan. I've eaten burgers throughout the state, as far north as Taylor's Refresher in St. Helena, but still love Rocky's. Yep, there are many great tasting burgers out there, but most are about all the toppings, which can certainly yield a yummy sandwich. Rocky's is all about the burger.
That said, I recently had a burger at a new place on 8th and G called Neighborhood. Upscale wine/beer/burger bar. The burgers are quite good. A whole different experience than Rocky's (and it won't replace my fav). They taste almost like steak, but unlike most of the burgers that I've said that about, these are juicy and cooked right. Give it a try and see what you think.
Burger Lounge on 4100 or 4200 Adams Avenue. Anyone?
I love the wide variety of opinions on what makes a great burger. Went to Rocky's last week, and asked for my burger 'as rare as possible,' to which the server responded that they don't really cook rare burgers because it's against the law, but she would ask anyway. The burger was delivered, and the person dropping it off specified that mine was the rare burger - it was cooked brown throughout. Not my personal idea of a great burger. Add one of the worst beer selections in town, and I'm stumped by the cult status of the place.
Luckily for me, a new place has opened not far from my home that cooks my idea of a great burger - Alchemy in South Park. I've posted this before, but I'm excited about this place enough to repeat my endorsement - that is a great burger, flavorful, grass fed beef, cooked to the temperature you order, topped with good manchego cheese and served with crispy, tasty fries, for ten dollars.
re: Josh
Sorry, folks. Discussing the possibility of contaminated beef at recommended restaurants is off topic here. If someone has reason to suspect a restaurant is unsafe, it's absolutely essential that they report it to proper authorities, who can do something about it. Thanks very much.
Rocky's, Rocky's, Rocky's.
There are plenty of great and gourmet grass-fed burgers out there. But you gotta go for the tried and true local original.
The Hodad's vs. Rocky's competition is no contest at all. Besides the fact that they aren't anything alike when it comes down to it. Hodad's would do better against In-N-Out (thin patty, iceberg lettuce, special sauce, etc.).
Rocky's Rocky's Rocky's Rocky's..
re: cookieshoes
Meh, Rocky's is totally boring and uninteresting. A big lump of commodity ground beef cooked on a flat top served on a white bread roll with American cheese. I mean seriously, why do people rave about this place?
Hodad's vs. Rocky's? I mean that's like debating Bud vs. Miller - they're equally mediocre.
It's like saying El Indio is the best place for Mexican food, or Pt. Loma Seafood the best place to eat fish. It's local lore that's several years out of date at this point.
IMHO, of course. :-)
re: Josh
I think you are conflating two very different levels of hype here - tourist hype and local hype.
El Indio, for some reason (past media coverage?) has tourist hype because they come expecting us to have a great "Mexican" food scene (which we do, it just isn't at El Indio). They also come expecting us to have a great seafood scene (which, for the most part, we don't - but Pt. Loma Seafood gives the tourists what they are looking for).
The Rocky's hype is different - it is more about recognition of a little local joint that has been consistently pleasing local customers for a while now. They do a well-executed burger at a good price point in a relaxed, non-pretentious, and very enjoyable beach-area-bar atmosphere.
Call Rocky's local lore if you like. It is certainly local, but I don't think it is at all out of date.
re: Josh
I still like Ritual, with Brant beef, for about 12 bucks but I agree, if I'm going to take in cals it better be real good and a not a rip off. As far as Burger Lounge goes, the burger patty is on point however, the tomato, fries and other ingredients are just commercial commodity stuff so IMO, it deflates the value of the beef. I'm still trying to find a burger that is accompanied with 'real good' fries, I haven't found any place that has both on the same plate. Josh, any suggestions?
re: cookieshoes
re: Northpark
re: Fake Name
I like the simplicity of the Rocky burger..no, it's not the best burger in town and the staff are usually surly but when I'm craving a Rocky burger...it's probably because I am a little hung over and nothing beats a Rocky burger with fries and a cheap pitcher of beer to make everything right with the world.
re: Beach Chick
re: Beach Chick
I'm in complete agreement with you. A burger at Rocky's is a very satisfyingly complete experience.
Since the demise of Liars' Club (which was a bit hit and miss in the burger department, but awesome in every other way), Rocky's and Cass St. are my go-to burger spots in the neighborhood.
re: Northpark
"With all respect to differences of opinion, is there any reason you prefer Rocky's?"
This is, I think, the easy part of it all. The reason is because "it's good".
There are how many burgers in any town? A lot. So, it's like trying to narrow down the perfect slice of pepperoni or the best house salad.
I think that Rocky's deserves the "best burger in San Diego" because it's proven itself. Chalk it up to the bar staff, or the odd location, or the cash only limited menu with the no-name licensed "house" beer and the 70's beach vibe with the grill in the back and all of those pre-packaged buns on the wall. Or chalk it up to that burger that just tastes so good that you really don't know why it does. It's a combination of all of that.
There are many joints like Rocky's in San Diego, all the way up to Escondido. Plenty of bars or small hole-in-the-walls that make the cut for some, but are also unknown to most.
But that's just it. There's a reason that many of us speak so highly (however ill-informed or ill-equipped most of us are) of Rocky's. It's because the joint has withstood the contenders. The best burger ever made? No. The best burger ever made in San Diego? Probably not. The best burger for San Diegans? Yes.
And, for that, and other reasons I'm sure, it's become a local icon for all of the many reasons that many similar joints do: it's familiar, it's cheap, it's good, and for what ever reason it is the "right thing at the right time in the right place".
In other words, it's the local benchmark against which other places should be judged.
re: cookieshoes
Clearly it's hard or impossible to separate the food from the experience. And I grok that- I know the sushi at Kaito (having visited many times)is far superior to Sushi Deli. But I go to SD 5 times as often as I go to Kaito. Probably due to proximity of home and kiddo's school, the friendly staff, the CHEAP prices, and the risk of being clubbed to death with a keyboard by Josh, Foodie/Beach Chick, Dining Diva and any number of my favorite Chowhounds. As a culinary philistine (who will someday travel and learn about life beyond these humble borders!), that risk is just part of the adventure.
The Blu Inn in Ocotillo Wells is the same way- the burger itself (and the subject of this thread-The Burger) is pretty good- nothing wrong with it. But after blasting up San Felipe wash at frightening speeds for an hour or so, a burger with your riding buddies is one of the best dining experiences one can enjoy.
It also works the other way. I was so put off by Neighborhood's staff and "service" that it was difficult to appreciate the dry, over-cooked burger that was tossed in front of me.
So- how about another thread- The Favorite Burger Experience?
re: Fake Name
Honestly, I couldn't care less about the experience. Well, no, let me put that a little differently. A good dining experience is certainly nice to have - however that cuts zero ice with me when it comes to the actual food item served on the plate in front of me. I find it frankly bizarre to see someone say that Rocky's is the "best burger for San Diegans" because of a cash-only menu or the decor in the bar. Sorry - those criteria have nothing to do with the food, at least not for me.
I went to Rocky's after reading all the hype on here, and was totally nonplussed. Sure, it was a competently executed burger, but really what is the meaningful difference between flat-top griddled burgers made from commodity meat and served on mass-manufactured bread? The uneven hand-shaped patty?
This is why I call the Rocky's thing "lore". It's simply an accepted bit of local hype among a certain audience that it's "the best", despite no evidence to support the assertion.
For me, what makes a great burger is really easy to define: the meat should be flavorful, which to me is a relative impossibility once it's cooked beyond medium rare. The bread should be good and fresh, not a preservative-laden roll from Smart and Final. The condiments should be minimal, because a good burger shouldn't need tons of sauce on it to taste like something. To me these are the things that elevate a burger from merely competent - and I've enjoyed a lot of competent burgers - to something really memorable.
The best burger I've eaten in San Diego I had at Cafe 910 in La Jolla. It was made from Wagyu beef, served rare, topped with a small amount of Point Reyes bleu cheese and caramelized onions, on a fresh brioche roll. Eye-rolling-to-the-back-of-your-head good. Unfortunately, I've read that their execution isn't very consistent and I've heard of people getting these burgers dry and over-cooked. That's too bad, because when it's cooked properly this is a ridiculously decadent burger experience.
Another great burger experience is at Farmhouse Cafe. Especially with the addition of a fried egg on top. Very tasty grass-fed beef, doesn't need much in the way of topping, good bread, good fries. Excellent bang for the buck.
I also really like the burgers at Ritual Tavern and Linkery. Brandt beef at Ritual, with house-made condiments and locally made Sadie Rose bread. When it's cooked rare, it's really delicious. Their homemade mustard is a nice addition.
Linkery's grass-fed beef, fried egg, pineapple slice, house-cured bacon and house-made bread are also really delicious - though this one loses points for being so tall that it's nearly impossible to bite into. I find myself using a knife and fork half the time.
To me it's comical to see Rocky's called "best" when burgers like the ones mentioned above exist in this town. That's why I view this as really out of date - back when San Diego was really a culinary backwater, Rocky's probably was the best you could do. Things have changed, and we now have access to much better food in this town.
If people want to call me a snob for liking better quality, so be it, but I'll take something made from well-raised beef on locally-made fresh bread over commodity beef and industrially-produced white bread every time.
re: Josh
Ah yes, I agree on all your points except the 910 comparing Wagyu to the other burgers. Probably unfair because of the price variance, most all of the other places are relatively similar. I am also in the, 'letting the burger stand on it's own' camp, especially cooked no more than med-rare and not smothered with piles of taste killing goop. I still can't find a place where you can find a great burger and great fries on the same plate.
re: Josh
Had to- not mature enough to resist. My bad.
But we can certainly agree there's a line somewhere- here's a handy graphic:
Josh-------------------------------------------------------Beach Chick
Fake ^ Name
As you can see, I consider myself somewhere in the middle- I can welcome a less-than-perfect culinary effort (think dinner party with good friends) for a positive dining experience. Maybe it's because I'm a mature and well-balanced person. Probably not. But the line exists somewhere- how much are you willing to forgive in culinary effort to have an enjoyable experience. Personally, I draw the line at food safety.
Linkery burger, Farmhouse burger all excellent culinary choices.
Longhorn, Rocky's Hodad's, Waterfront, Blu Inn all interesting experiences.
Ever been thrown out of the Waterfront? I'm so proud.
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First of all, I should mention that I don't dislike the burger at Rock's, I found it decent, but far from the best in town. I do appreciate the quirkiness of the place, I actually like the cash only policy, the decor, and the super simple menu. But none of that makes a good burger, IMO. Good meat, bread, cheese, and toppings, and being cooked to the temperature I request, make a good burger, in my opinion.
I'm especially stumped by the argument that Rocky's is "local" or "the best burger for San Diegans." Any restaurant in San Diego is "local" to San Diegans. Many local restaurants use Brandt beef, raised in nearby Brawley, and so they are more local than Rocky's. Rocky's also did not offer any local beers, despite being in arguably the best beer brewing town in the world. What exactly is so local about Rocky's?
The longevity argument does not sway me at all. McDonald's, Wendy's, and Burger King have all been around a long time and I don't consider those good burgers. I also don't understand how it's "withstood all contenders." Do you mean it is the best simply because it is still in business? Are we arguing about the best burger or simply the establishment that has been open the longest?
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Don't get me wrong, like I said, Rocky's isn't the finest burger I've ever had. But I do think it is the best overall burger in San Diego, and for San Diegans, as corny as that sounds.
There are many other burgers out there that are far superior in the prep and ingredients (Urban Solace, Starlite, Kensington Grill, WhisknLadle, etc.), and some that aren't quite as good made in a similar style (Peabody's, Waterfront, Hodad's).
So, how/why would I still say that Rocky's has withstood all contenders in town? Because it is still the reference point for burgers in San Diego. Which unfortunately does have a little bit to do with that intangible "why the hell is this so good?" concept.
But, the history of a joint in town does matter. How long it's been around does matter. That's how towns get known for their food. Famous restaurants and chefs help make a name. It's the consistency and quality of the food plus the longevity that cements the dish/cuisine. What good is any dish if you can't get it anymore? I loved Cafe Cerise, and that menu was incredible. But now that it's been gone a few years, the place, along with the food, is a distant memory.
Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that Rocky's is along the lines of "overrated-but-historical" places like the Chicken Pie Shop or Perry's Cafe. I still know bad food when I see/taste it.
There will always be a place in town that takes what others would find to be otherwise "normal" dishes, and puts a gourmet spin on them: farm-to-table, all natural, organic. Just as there will always be a mini-chain like Angelo's or a roadstop like Nessy's, the types of places where a few corners are cut in order to churn out as many burgers as possible.
Ultimately, the argument for who has the "ultimate" burger is unwinnable, because shootouts always come down to personal taste. But the reference points remain.
I am overdoing it a bit, sure. But in San Diego, burgers can be better or worse than Rocky's. But that's because Rocky's is the reference point.
Has anyone heard of or tried O'Brothers Burgers? I'm intrigued.
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I went. It was good. The trouble is that it's pricey for a place in the mall.
They do include a nice sized salad with your burger, but when you pop for the fries and add on an organic soda (they don't carry anything non-organic), then your bill for the burger with drink and fries is pushing $14-$15.
But it was tasty. I don't know whether or not they're still doing samples outside, but if they are then obviously that's an easy way to check them out. Between this place and a similar place like burger lounge, I think burger lounge probably has the more substantial/cost effective meal.
I don't have a dog in this fight because I don't live in San Diego, but...
Staying at the Marriott Gaslamp over the weekend and just wanted a take out burger to eat in the room. Most of the steak houses don't advertise burgers, but I saw one on Lou & Mickey's outdoor menu. Went into the bar and ordered one. Holy Moly, it was good! Large patty cooked perfectly medium. Good garnish on it. Held up well on the short walk back to the hotel. I loved it!
Five Guys Burgers! soon to be opening a location at Liberty Station Pt. Loma 2445 Truxton Rd San Diego, CA 92106.
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From their site:
"Q: Why does Five Guys only serve burgers cooked well done?
A: By cooking all of our burgers juicy and well done we are able to achieve two goals.
Ensure a consistent product
Meet or exceed health code standards for ground beef"
Sounds dreadful. It can't be both juicy AND well-done.
Maybe if they didn't use CAFO ground beef they could cook a burger properly. Another burger place not worth caring about.
was just in La Jolla yesterday and smash burger has already started construction on there location. The address is 1000 prospect it's next to the living room. They are stating a spring opening on there web site.
I don't eat many Hamburger especially in restaurants but recently had three different ones at Urban Solace, Alchemy and Starlite:
Urban Solace - good but at bit dry. I liked that you could add some mushrooms, avocado, bacon. Nice sweet potato fries. Overall the weakest of all three
Alchemy - Better seasoned meat than US, not as dry. Good parmesan fries. 2. Place
Starlite - Wow. The simplest one but by far the best. Perfect cooked hamburger (med-rare). By far the bets brioche. Simple but good fries.
This is a pretty cool infographic showing the strength of burger chains across the country: http://www.weathersealed.com/2010/02/...
Finally got by Starlite and IMHO, this is by far the best burger I have had in SD.
I have been in the Rocky's camp and for a cheap, quick burger, still have it up there.
Have not been a huge fan of the Burger Lounge, but have only been there a couple of times and some have suggested that it is spotty and I have just not been there when it was on target. ???? That's possible but I don't really care much.
Starlite is expensive but they use natural Brandt beef and it is very tasty and has a wonderful texture to it. Bun is great too.
At the risk of stirring up some board passions, I have to nominate the unmentioned Station Tavern in South Park for this honor. Went last night for the second time and it was fantastic. Cooked to medium rare (maybe on the medium side), topped with L and T, and I added some caramelized onions. Delicious, juicy, and full of beefy flavor. Their meat is fresh ground (in house?) as well. Nice to see a place that just does one thing and *does it well*.
Beer selection is pretty good, not huge but some nice beers, including a few I had never had before. Tried both the sweet potato fries and the garlic fries. The SP ones didn't have too much SP flavor, I prefer the ones at e.g. Urban Solace. The garlic fries were well cooked and pretty good as fries, but not too much garlic flavor either -- the ones at O'Briens are better.
Overall, I think I give it my personal best burger in San Diego (compared to Ritual, Rocky's, Tioli's, Alchemy, Bare Back Grill, Hodad's, and a few others -- haven't tried the ones from Starlite or the Pearl yet though).
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This is a good pot-stirring-recommendation!
I find Station Tavern's black bean burger is my favorite of San Diego. It is perfectly spicy and not too dry. It's surpassed Neighborhood's burger.
Now if they decide to offer Fat Tire draft, I may be a permanant fixture on that bar stool.
The Counter (Del Mar & Carlsbad).
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I just had a burger that I would cite as easily one of San Diego's best, if not the best.
Sea Rocket Bistro. It's very thick, but smaller than you'd expect in diameter, perfectly cooked, and topped with bacon jam. Really good.
Sea Rocket Bistro
3382 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
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The new dog in the hunt is Bergies in Old Town. I've not yet been but their beef is grass-fed, but not organic.
Wanted to see if I could get some updated feedback on the best burger in San Diego.
Doing a 'best burger' round up article and would love some updated feedback on where to find the best burgers in town.
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The Ritual Tavern might be closed for a few days:
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I would agree with the esteemed Honkman in principle on personal criteria and his elevation of grass fed beef. Accordingly my short list is catagory based:
Fast food: In N Out
Gourmet Quick Serve: Burger Lounge
Burger Joint: Hodads
Restaurant: Starlite & Cowboy Star for Beef, Tractor Room for lamb


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Three Hillsborough County School District employees arrived at Land O' Lakes High School at 2 p.m. Saturday to make sure they were among the first inside for Mitt Romney rally.
"We know we need to get (President Barack) Obama out," Donna Posey said. "This country can't last another four years with him."
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The Poseys were joined by friend and former colleague Kathy Giel of Seminole Heights, a retired Hillsborough school district employee.
And while they were waiting patiently at the front of the line to enter John Benedetto Stadium, where gates opened at about 4:30 p.m., about a dozen members of the Pasco County teachers union gathered at the front of the school to protest the visit, along with Florida's former Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink.
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The tournament will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the conference center at HCC, 10414 Columbus Dr., Tampa.
The theme of this year's tournament is "Senior Solutions." The competition requires teams to partner with a senior citizen over the age of 60 and research innovative solutions to obstacles that keep seniors from having quality and engaging lifestyles in their communities.
Sixteen teams from throughout Tampa Bay also will compete in a 2 ½-minute robot challenge, seeking to earn as many points as possible. Team robots are pre-programmed to accomplish predefined tasks. Teams design, build and program LEGO Mindstorms NXT robots to earn points during the three-round robotic games.
The teams will be judged on their research presentation, technical interview, core values team-building exercises and the robot challenge.
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Message From President Martin
July 2, 2014
On June 13 and 14, we celebrated some incredible milestones: Ivy Cutting, Baccalaureate, Undergraduate Commencement, and Graduate Commencement. In light of recent events, it was particularly meaningful for us to experience several days of celebration.
The faculty who taught and prayed for these graduates, the friends and classmates who supported them, and, of course, the family members who helped make it all possible –– were inspired to witness the Class of 2014 commence with the next phase of life.
I've had the great privilege of getting to know many of these graduates personally, and it was a thrill to shake each person's hand and offer my congratulations and best wishes.
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The "Rise Above" Fund
Many of you have asked us how you can help in the wake of the events of June 5. The "Rise Above" Fund was created to remember and rise above the tragedy by supporting those who were directly affected. Make a gift to the "Rise Above Fund".
Jon Meis Engineering Scholarship
This scholarship for the benefit of engineering students is named for 2014 graduate Jon Meis, whose brave actions averted more injuries on June 5. Give to the Jon Meis Engineering Scholarship.
The Campaign for Alexander Hall
Alexander Hall is central to the story of Seattle Pacific — past, present, and future. SPU's story began in 1891 with a vision for outstanding Christian education that would equip students to do good in the world. Set on an uncultivated plot of land in early Seattle, Alexander Hall — the University's first building — brought that vision to life. Learn more.
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Study Scripture With a Biblical Scholar From the School of Theology
If you didn't follow the Lectio on Revelation during Spring Quarter, you can still do so at your own pace. And this summer's Lectio, which began June 23, is on "New Creation in the Fourth Act," led each week by a different School of Theology professor. You can jump in anytime, as well as read past Lectios. Lectio continues weekly throughout the year. You can read and listen to Lectio, or sign up to receive weekly notifications of new ones, at spu.edu/lectio.


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BLUEFIELD, Va. — Bluefield College freshman forward Erik Albarran (red jersey) has been named to the Mid-South Conference Men's Soccer All-Conference Honorable Mention Team. Albarran is the program's first all-MSC selection as Bluefield joined conference this past summer. The Houston, Texas, native helped lead an offense that posted 35 goals, second most total in team history, and three more than it scored last year.
Bluefield College Junior Jefferson Watson has been selected to the NCCAA Division I Men's Soccer Mid-East All-Region Team. Watson anchored the Rams defense in 2012, posting a 2.82 goals-against average and a .693 save percentage. The Woodbridge, Va., native recorded three shutouts, increasing his career total to six. "Jefferson had a great year in goal for us this season," said head coach Peter Dryer. "The stats don't tell the whole story, and I was happy to see him get recognition for his efforts."


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There's an apocryphal story that Maurice Duplessis, who ruled Quebec for nearly 20 years (some say with an iron fist), was such an ardent baseball fan that on his dying day in September 1959, he was wondering if his Yankees had won the night before.
True or not, there's no doubt the man they called "Le Chef" was a serious Yankees fan and a devotee of the sport, who, according to one biographer, would have liked to have been a professional ball player had he not been drawn into law and politics.
Duplessis, though, would surely be pleased that his love of baseball has been one of his lasting legacies, in a way he may not have imagined. This season, after an absence of some 36 years, professional baseball has returned to his home city of Trois Rivieres.
That's thanks mainly to his desire to see his city equipped with a first-class baseball park. So, 75 years later, the diamond that Le Chef built is still standing, indeed recently given a major renovation, and a few weeks ago welcomed a new professional baseball team, Les Aigles (Eagles).
It's been 36 years since fans in the historic city, halfway between Quebec and Montreal, were treated to high-level baseball. The last minor league team to take to the field was an earlier version of the Aigles, a farm club of the Cincinnati Reds, which had on its 1972 roster eight future major-leaguers, including Ken Griffin Sr.
The association with the Reds ended in 1977, capping a period that had seen teams affiliated with the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees (to Le Chef's delight) and Brooklyn Dodgers play in the city.
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The Palm Desert area was hit by a series of robberies this weekend, with five armed hold-ups happening within in just two days, according to police reports.
According to separate press releases sent out by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, the Palm Desert and La Quinta area was subject to robberies at the following times:
- November 9 at 3:28 p.m., on El Dorado Drive near Hovley Lane East, Palm Desert
- November 9 at 9:10 p.m., in the 74000 Block of Hwy 111 near Portola Road, Palm Desert
- November 10 at 7:56 p.m., in the 54000 Block of Avenida Rubio, La Quinta
- November 10 at 8:30 p.m., near the intersection of Venice Drive and San Marino Court, La Quinta
- November 10 at 11:50 p.m., in the 51000 block Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta
The first two cases in Palm Desert both happened Friday night, by someone driving a dark truck and by someone in a Jeep Cherokee with paper plates, according to police reports. However, it's still not clear if they were committed by the same person.
Police are saying that the next to incidents, on Saturday at 7:56 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. are likely connected to each other.
"Both robberies appeared to have been committed by the same suspect," sheriff's Sergeant Juan Zamora said.
The first one, at 7:56 p.m., allegedly happened when someone in a white SUV approached two women and took their purses at gunpoint.
"The suspect brandished a handgun at the victims and demanded their purses," Zamora said. "The suspect then re-entered his vehicle and left the area northbound on Avenida Rubio. The victims were not physically hurt."
In the next incident, at 8:30 p.m., a man who was getting his mail from a community mailbox on Venice Drive and San Marino Court was held up by a similarily described suspect, Zamora said.
"The suspect took the victim's wallet and fled in a white sport utility vehicle," he said. "The victim was not hurt during the robbery."
In both of the latter cases, the suspect was described as a "a Hispanic male adult in his late 20's to early 30's with short hair and wearing dark clothing," according to the sergeant.
The final incident from this weekend also happened Saturday in La Quinta.
In that case, two men are suspected of a home invasion robbery in the La Quinta Cove, in the 51000 block Avenida Bermudas, according to Sheriff's Sergeant Adam Elders.
They allegedly knocked on a person's door, and then barged inside once opened.
"The victim opened the door which allowed the suspects to force their way inside while brandishing a handgun," Elders said. "The suspects ordered the victim to the ground as they took property from the location."
Those two men were described as Hispanic males, approximately 5'-08" tall, medium build, wearing dark clothing. A vehicle description wasn't provided.
If you think you have any information that can help police solve these crimes, call Valley Crime Stoppers at (760) 341-STOP.


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Commack School officials have made the decision after cancelling classes to open their school building to residents in need.
Commack School Districts have opened up four of their buildings to residents to serve as a warming station and place to charge up electronics: Commack High School, Commack Middle School, Burr Intermediate School and Mandracchia-Sawmill Intermediate School.
The four Commack Schools will be open on Monday from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., and keep these hours until schools reopen. All children under age 21 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
The district published these directions for specific schools:
- Commack High School - Park by the cafeteria (teacher's parking lot) on Townline Road. Hot showers are available. Bring soap and a towel.
- Commack Middle School - Park in front of school, and use the front cafeteria entrance on Vanderbilt Parkway.
- Burr Intermediate School - Please park on the side, and enter through the cafeteria entrance.
- John Mandracchia-Sawmill Intermediate School- Please park in the side lot, and enter through the cafeteria.
Once schools are back in session, school officials say the above warming and charging stations will be open from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Home management and organization specialist Marie Calder Ricks has put together some recommendations for making shopping and mealtime an easier process. I have taken some of her ideas and tailored them to the needs of single dads. Following these suggestions will help you tame the cooking monster (and the shopping monster) for good.
Set Up a Master Menu
Marie recommends that you sit down with your kids and plan out twenty-eight favorite dinner meals (i.e., four dinner meals for each day of the week). Now you don't have to eat these meals in the evenings. For example, on weekends you could eat the main meal in the afternoon with a smaller meal later in the day. Make sure you include vegetables, fruits, and breads. In our house for example, some of these favorite meals might be spaghetti, tacos, grilled pork chops, chef salad and grilled cheese sandwiches and soup.
Get yourself a 4" by 6" index card box with seven dividers, one for each day of the week, and some index cards to fit. Then write up recipe cards for all 28 meals and lay them out on the table. Then prepare a four-week master menu indicating these main meals and side dishes. You can even use our handy Master Menu sheet for planning on a four week basis. Remember to note special days during the 4 week cycle like birthday parties, nights when dad might not be home, etc. and plan accordingly.
After you have your master menu done, then take the cards and store them in the card box in order behind the appropriate Sunday through Saturday card dividers. When you are done, there will be four recipes behind each divider. As you finish each meal, move the card to the back of the box to be used for the next four week cycle. Then when it is time to prepare the meal, you just open the box, flip to the day of the week, and use the card on the top.
For breakfast and lunch, it's helpful to list them on the master menu as well, but they generally don't need a recipe card. But it does take some of the arguing out if you want the kids to eat oatmeal occasionally instead of Fruit Loops if it is on the master menu.
Shopping for Food
A Master Grocery List. Marie recommends that dads prepare a master grocery list on the computer which lists all the items which you regularly buy at the store. Include both food and non food items. Take some time to develop the master list so you get it right. Take a look at some of your recent grocery receipts and take a look through pantries and the refrigerator and freezer to get ideas. Then print out the master list each week before you shop. Look at our sample master grocery list, or use it as your own.
Complete a Weekly Grocery List. Using a printed Master Grocery List, note which items to purchase that week. Include amount to purchase, price each, and total budget. Setting a budget for your shopping trip will help you be disciplined at the store and will save you money each time. Make sure and include the ingredients for the meals on this week's portion of the master menu.
Have a place in the house where you make note of the things you are out of, or running low on. We use a white board in the kitchen for this purpose. Then add these items to your grocery list.
Hints for Effective Shopping
- Shop early in the day, try to shop alone, and shop on a full stomach. You'll save quite a bit of money if you aren't hungry.
- Take a calculator with you so you can compare unit prices. As Marie says, "Bigger is not always cheaper; name brands aren't always better; and end cap items at the store are not always a good buy." So make informed buying decisions.
With a little bit of planning and organizing, fathers can master the art of shopping and cooking good meals for their families, without the stress every day of deciding what you have in the house to cook.
Things to do differently this week:
- If your children don't do chores, set up a simple chore system with just one or two chores per child
- If they already have assigned chores, talk to them, evaluate your system and make it better
- Look at your meal planning and cooking routine and see what you can do to simplify
- Plan ahead for your shopping and meals this week


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August 1, 2014
NEW YORK (AP) -- FedEx will be offering some employees up to two years pay to leave the company next year.
The voluntary program is part of an effort by the second-biggest package delivery company to cut annual costs by $1.7 billion within three years.
Employees who volunteer for the program will receive four weeks of pay for every year of service, capped at two full years of base pay.
Those eligible will be notified in February, and have until April to apply. They'll be informed in May if they are accepted. The first wave of employees will leave on May 31, the last day of FedEx's fiscal year.
FedEx, which is based in Memphis, Tenn., is responding to a slow-growing global economy. It also plans shed aircraft and underused assets to cut costs.
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deb of see-attleboro July 21, 2014 at 12:35 pm
West Heff Hobo: Even the Supreme Court has ruled that "blue laws" are constitutional.…Read More State governments not only have the right to regulate businesses, they have the obligation to do so. What I find so disturbing is that people believe their freedom is somehow being eroded because of regulations such as this. Are you suggesting that every time a blue law is repealed that we are somehow more free? Do you just want the consumers to consume and the producers to produce with absolutely no restrictions at all? (And please, no more about religion)
Roger Lincoln July 25, 2014 at 08:41 am
I recognize at least one name in these comments that decries the "Nanny State", and then…Read More ironically calls for the continuation of these restrictions.
Gov. Patrick Agrees for Mass to Temporarily House Migrant Children
Janet Sroczynski July 24, 2014 at 01:05 pm
Read The Cloward-Piven Strategy at: 1) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/cloward%E2%80%93Piven_Strategy;…Read More and relate that to what the current administration is doing, overwhelming the system/illegal immigration.
RON BEATY July 24, 2014 at 01:58 pm
Please join me this Saturday, July 26th, 11:00 am at the steps of the State House in Boston. I'll be…Read More actively PROTESTING at the Rally against Illegal Immigration. Bring your own signs and flags. Thanks. RON BEATY, Tea Party-Republican Candidate,MA State Senate-Cape & Islands District
Diane July 25, 2014 at 02:00 pm
This admin is out of control!!! President Barack Obama is summoning Central American leaders to the…Read More White House to discuss the influx of young immigrants from their countries to the U.S., hoping to show presidential action even as Congress remains deeply split over proposals to stem the crisis on the border. The meeting comes as the administration is considering creating a pilot program giving refugee status to young people from Honduras, White House officials said Thursday. The plan would involve screening youths in their home country to determine whether they qualify for refugee status. The program would be limited and would start in Honduras but could be expanded to include other Central American countries.
Hundreds of Migrant Children Could Spend Four Months in Mass
Matthew July 18, 2014 at 03:36 pm
Impeach DP and his buddy BO. Two of the most pathetic politicians this country has ever seen.
Joe Rizoli July 19, 2014 at 12:28 pm
The people that sent their children over here should be brought up on charges of child abuse.…Read More lastly, sending these children all over the country is actually aiding a betting illegal aliens in this day in America a federal felony.
Joe Rizoli July 19, 2014 at 12:34 pm
The parents that sent these children over here should be brought up on charges of child abuse.…Read More lastly, the fact that these children are being dispersed all over the country is in violation of federal law which states that they, the States themselves are aiding and abetting illegal aliens and their stay in America.
Should MA Shelter Some of the Children Who Have Flooded US Border?
Paula DiCesare July 24, 2014 at 08:39 pm
Good. Away or not, they will get the message. Imagine what we could do with all the…Read More "wasted" money? Politics. Drives me to the brink some days.
RON BEATY July 24, 2014 at 09:02 pm
Please join me this Saturday, July 26th, 11:00 am at the steps of the State House in Boston. I'll be…Read More actively PROTESTING at the Rally against Illegal Immigration. Bring your own signs and flags. Thanks. RON BEATY, Tea Party-Republican Candidate, MA State Senate-Cape & Islands District
Governor Patrick Celebrates Growth in the MA Clean Energy Industry
It's Still Legal in Mass. for Employers to Demand Your Facebook Password
Dana Cohen July 17, 2014 at 05:30 am
Unfortunately employers are conservative and risk-adverse corporate employers. They want to ensure…Read More candidates is not a risk. Job seekers can use RepNup to detect problems in their social media profile and clean them before an employer view them.
Karen Walz July 17, 2014 at 10:03 am
That's a point, but hiring human beings is always a risk. All this "snooping" doesn't…Read More take the place of good, ol' fashioned experience and judgment. Just think--a seemingly short time ago, and for centuries, employers had to employ people without knowing about or having access to private communications! Gee, how did they ever manage? How many times have we heard of a "model employee" being found guilty of embezzling, or corporate espionage? It's naive to think that seeing a Facebook page will reveal what's important or what might happen, which is far from predictable. That being said, I put NOTHING about employment or anything potentially embarrassing on my FB page; I just keep all that to myself and share by non-electronic means!
Margery Bagley Welch July 17, 2014 at 01:32 pm
If I were in an interview and they asked for my facebook password I would polity say no and leave.
Senate Aces Proposal to Make Volleyball Official Sport of Massachusetts
Gretchen Robinson July 15, 2014 at 12:01 am
I like volleyball, more people can play and enjoy it without harm and with good camaraderie!
Gordon July 17, 2014 at 08:18 am
Incorvaia Barbara July 18, 2014 at 01:07 am
What a great initiative here. I'll look around the site and see if I can offer any additional ideas.…Read More Thanks. http://www.yepionline.org
Which Communities Have the Most Expensive Car Insurance in Massachusetts?
Rich Shelley July 10, 2014 at 07:49 pm
Same reason that banks redline: because they can
Mark Kaepplein July 11, 2014 at 06:14 am
Compare cost at a location with the number of chiropractors there. Insurance fraud marches on.
Incorvaia Barbara July 18, 2014 at 01:08 am
If you still have no idea what this means, don't worry about it, because you can always...…Read More http://www.kizi1000game.com
Mayor Walsh Joins in the Effort to End Veteran Homelessness by 2015
GOAL Holsters Criticism for DeLeo Gun Bill
Rob C July 19, 2014 at 04:08 pm
I did answer it Tyler, with the strictest gun laws in the country and practically zero enforcement…Read More of our existing laws, whats the point of new laws to be ignored? That is my answer. Will this new law have stopped any of the shootings in Boston this year? answer to that is a big NO. As a libertarian I believe we need less laws not more laws. Why don't you answer a very simple question? Of all the shootings in Boston this year, how many of those shooters actually obeyed our existing laws and: went to a gun safety class, then went to the local police chief and got his card to carry a gun, then went to a licensed gun shop, got a further FBI background check and then waited the 15 days before he got it? I think that none of them did, if you know different then please show proof. Criminals are not going to obey any laws we put on the books. I have said it before, the ONLY law we need for guns is a very simple federal one, have a national gun license. Only thing you need to get one is pass the existing FBI background check you have to pass to be able to buy a gun (this idiotic law that it is up to a single person in your town to decide if you can practice in your constitutional rights needs to go). Walk into any police station, fill out the form, pay the fee, pass the background check and walk out with a license. Anyone without a license and a gun will have strictly enforced mandatory jail time. Eliminates the need for a check every time you buy a gun and closes the gun show loophole as you will need a license to own a gun. Streamlines the whole process and saves money in the process.
Tyler Jozefowicz July 20, 2014 at 09:19 pm
Rob C: you didn't answer the question, you just posed another question to duck my question and went…Read More into your usual routine freedom and guns dance. All of a sudden you have a lack of aptitude and comprehension. I didn't ask what you , "as a libertarian believe.." I asked " EXACTLTY WHAT in the gun bill now before the State legislature do you dislike and why. Very simple and straight forward. When it comes to the difficult questions , the ones that challenge your innate conservative anti- governmemnt strain , your brainwash prevents you from answering.
Rob C July 20, 2014 at 10:19 pm
I don't think I could have been any clearer in my answer Tyler. We have too many laws already in…Read More this state regarding guns that are not enforced and this is just more regulations making it harder for law abiding citizens to enjoy their constitutional rights to have a gun while doing nothing more to penalize the criminals that use illegal guns. Illegal guns and the criminals that have them are the problem, not the citizens who follow all the laws already on the books. Not sure why that is such a hard thing for you to understand. Maybe this will be easier for you to understand. "I AM AGAINST THE ENTIRE BILL, I DISLIKE THE WHOLE THING". Is that statement clear enough for you to comprehend? Now I answered yours, now you answer the question I asked. How many of the 90+ shooters in Boston this year actually followed of our existing gun laws? Now either answer that or just go away.
Former Big Dig Official Charged With Filing False Tax Returns
Cool Fusion July 9, 2014 at 10:03 am
Stop it. I'm getting all misty. I see a "one year of supervised release" in his future.…Read More He will spend his time lobbying for his insider buddys to keep the recently passed automatic inflation adjusted gas tax increase Bill intact that voters have a chance to repeal thru the referendum vote at the next election.
JM July 9, 2014 at 01:16 pm
I can't say I'm surprised: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Kerasiotes
mark patterson July 9, 2014 at 03:17 pm
I see the PC police are at it again. It's okay to attack public employees but not ok to respond!
Governor Patrick Signs Legislation to Address Gas Leaks
Matt July 8, 2014 at 03:19 pm
So Frank you lost your home to a wind turbine?
Tara Dactyl July 9, 2014 at 07:08 am
Agreed, John. Now contemplate Martha Coakley as governor. A weak leader with no presentation…Read More skills, dependent on the Globe investigative team to do her department's work, and unable to acknowledge her role in the Amirault family tragedy.
What Are the Four Ballot Questions for Massachusetts in the Fall?
Ken B. July 10, 2014 at 10:55 pm
Romney could not have done that without passage of it by the democrat controlled house and senate.
Lynne Roberts July 10, 2014 at 11:07 pm
True and the same goes for WDC
Tara Dactyl July 11, 2014 at 07:46 am
In the limit...coming much sooner to Massachusetts than, say Texas, the nanny state will tell you…Read More what you can do, rather than what you cannot do.
Slow Poke Law: Does Massachusetts Need It?
Michael H Smith July 8, 2014 at 10:29 am
Slower traffic should always move to the most extreme left lane possible. This promotes the movement…Read More of traffic in all lanes, eliminates the potential of tailgate situations and the number of lane changes to get around slower moving vehicles thus reducing potential for blind spot accidents, enhances the smooth and rapid movement of traffic. Maybe most significantly it is the courteous thing to do! Some folks are so intimidated when driving, they immediately move to e extreme right lane so as to eliminate the chance of someone driving next to their driver side!
Eric Highview July 8, 2014 at 03:57 pm
If the speed limit is 65, I set my cruise control at 63 and stay right. If there is a middle lane I…Read More just stay in the middle and people pass on the left and the right. When staying right and going a bit slower the only thing you have to watch out for is people not yielding when merging onto the highway. I just like to drive slowly, and since I'm not in a hurry, going slow is more relaxing.
Eric Highview July 8, 2014 at 03:58 pm
If the speed limit is 65, I set my cruise control at 63 and stay right. If there is a middle lane I…Read More just stay in the middle and people pass on the left and the right. When staying right and going a bit slower the only thing you have to watch out for is people not yielding when merging onto the highway. I just like to drive slowly, and since I'm not in a hurry, going slow is more relaxing. Enforcement of the speed limit should be more strict.
Registry Increases Certain Fees as of July 1
Derek Duchemin July 3, 2014 at 09:04 am
Jt, im not talking about just the inspection fee, im talking about all the fees in general.
LCT July 11, 2014 at 09:24 pm
Just another scheme for hiking hidden taxes. What was reason given for these increases? As MA…Read More outsources auto inspections to service stations, etc, who exactly is getting the additional $6 increase? For years MA has been increasing computerization within RMV, closed many offices, consolidated others. If they now have less personnel and less real estate, why do they need yet more funds? Typical bloated bureaucracy and business as usual in Commomwealth of Taxachusetts. If MA could figure out how to tax sex they would.
Proposal Would Lift State's Cap on Liquor Licenses
Gretchen Robinson June 30, 2014 at 05:28 pm
we need more drinking establishment about as much as we need casinos in Mass. Meaning not at all.…Read More The argument that it increases jobs is bogus.
Gov. Patrick Signs New Minimum Wage Law
steve forte June 28, 2014 at 08:15 pm
Well Frank , the gov got an education and put himself in a position to not have to work for min…Read More wage. Had the folks earning the min done the same thing , it would be a non issue to them to.
JohnnyMass June 29, 2014 at 11:38 pm
Patrick sucks!
MassDOT Launches Highway Safety Message Contest #Dotspeak
Voters to Decide Repeal of State Casino Law in November
Jimmy Chu June 26, 2014 at 07:56 am
See the Picture I posted to Twitter ... Only way i know how to post a picture on this post...…Read More pic.twitter.com/jYLvauZkOb ... Look at that and tell me how that Location is a DESTINATION Location!!!! Who wants to vacation between a waste treatment facility, a power plant, LNG Offload site, junkyard, Mobil oil refinery and a wind turbine ??? ANYONE !!!!!
John Doe June 26, 2014 at 09:35 am
It was put to a vote year ago! Twice! Also, lets be honest, th residents of Fall River are already…Read More pretty unsavory...and its not my responsibility to tailor my life to "problem gamblers". The state has no problem taking money from the elderly who cash their SS checks and buy 250 lotto tickets. ..
Jimmy Chu June 26, 2014 at 10:52 am
See the Picture i found posted to Twitter. pic.twitter.com/jYLvauZkOb Look at that and tell me how…Read More that Location is a DESTINATION Location!! Who wants to vacation between a waste treatment facility, a power plant, LNG Offload site, junkyard, Mobil oil refinery and a wind turbine ? ANYONE ????
Massachusetts Unemployment Rate Drops to 5.6%
MHH101 June 20, 2014 at 07:51 am
A mathematician, an accountant and an economist apply for the same job. The interviewer calls in…Read More the mathematician and asks "What do two plus two equal?" The mathematician replies "Four." The interviewer asks "Four, exactly?" The mathematician looks at the interviewer incredulously and says "Yes, four, exactly." Then the interviewer calls in the accountant and asks the same question "What do two plus two equal?" The accountant says "On average, four - give or take ten percent, but on average, four." Then the interviewer calls in the economist and poses the same question "What do two plus two equal?" The economist gets up, locks the door, closes the shade, sits down next to the interviewer and says "What do you want it to equal?"
ed goldstein June 20, 2014 at 11:55 am
no thanks to mitt for sure
Tyler Jozefowicz June 24, 2014 at 09:19 pm
And all the Duval critics have their mouths shut. All of a sudden, MA unemployment is not important,…Read More when it goes down below 6% except when it goes up and they claim Duval did it. I could name names , but if you follow the Patch you can pretty much pick out the phonies.
House Approves Minimum Wage Increase for Massachusetts
Angelo June 20, 2014 at 10:18 am
Deval Patrick veto something that benefits his main constituents? Not in a million years...
Bill. S June 20, 2014 at 11:48 am
"Main constituents" I need to remember that one.
Frank Mulligan June 30, 2014 at 06:58 pm
Bil LIFE will change. You'll just halfta pay or RUN the STORE for yourself. YOU"RE the 1 who's…Read More going to HURT. NOTHING is CHEAP.
Hundreds Rally on Beacon Hill for Gun Rights
Joe Piantedosi June 19, 2014 at 05:46 pm
This proposed bill has some serious problems with it. First of all shame on DeLeo for the process…Read More that was used. Deleo should have appointed a member of Gun Owners Action League (who represents the 200,000 + lawful gun owners in Mass) to serve on this committee. The state has done it for all of the other controversial bills such as the Construction Reform Act which included strong representation from the construction unions, architects and municipalities. The absence of that representation resulted in a poorer understanding of the problems with the existing law that could have been addressed and a clearer understanding of the impact some of these sections have on lawful gun owners. One of the many major problem areas in the proposed bill will allow police chiefs the right to arbitrarily deny permits to anyone without any probable cause or justification. There is already abuses in this area in some communities where police chiefs are denying lawful citizens for no lawful reason. Imagine the outrage if a similar condition was applied for your drivers license. This bill needs to be defeated in its present form.
Tyler Jozefowicz June 24, 2014 at 09:47 pm
dont link my posts: i read it and like it. Elements of the bill: 1) Requiring background checks for…Read More all gun purchases at every point of sale. 2) Bringing Massachusetts into compliance with the National Instant Check System (NICS) regarding mental health records. 3) Expanding police discretion to include suitability on issuance of firearms identification cards, so the known nut jobs aren't packing. 4) Requiring law enforcement to collect data on guns. 5)Prevent so-called straw purchases and gun trafficking. The added requirements for reporting of stolen or missing guns and fines for failure to do so, as well as requiring a list of guns for license renewal.You can keep your gun but we're watching you. Needs to be added by amendment- limits on the number of handguns any person can purchase in a month's time- terrorists and gang bangers. As far as heller goes for the constitutional scholars out there, the right to bear arms according to Scalia extends only to carrying in a home , no where else. Scalia might be dumb, but he's not stupid. The stupidity come in when commentors here lie by saying that the court ruled there is freedom to own guns. Not so, but the lies continue , for without the lies the tent collapses.


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Consumer advocate Ralph Nader will speak at Hartwick College at 8 p.m. Monday, April 18.
The internationally known advocate will speak on "Reagan, Reaganomics and the Power Elite" in the Agora of the Dewar Campus Center.
Nader first became known after the 1965 publication of his book, "Unsafe at Any Speed," which took the automobile industry to task on vehicle safety violations.
His charges, which were supported by data, started the recall of millions of defective vehicles and caused revolutions in safety, sanitation and pollution control.
Nader, a Connecticut lawyer, has moved beyond seat belts and air bags and has built a national network of citizen action groups that have major impact on many areas from tax reform to nuclear energy.
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MILFORD (Special) — Milford's new mayor, Mrs. June B. Hotaling, first woman named to a mayoral post in Otsego County — took over the reins of office yesterday noon, and disclosed what appear to be plans for a village house-cleaning at the annual meeting of the village board last night.
The board last night declined to act on any of the immediate requests advanced by the new mayor, but set April 8 as the date for a special meeting to review the proposed budget, and to act on the mayor's requests.
Her first request, that the combination of the village safe be changed, and that only the mayor, clerk and trustees be given the combination, fell flat, with no motion made to act on the request.
Mayor Hotaling also asked for a private audit of the village books, pointing out that the biennial state audit is not sufficient. That also was tabled for action April 4.
The mayor requested that the proposed budget be gone over item by item, and the board agreed to do that at the April 8 meeting.
Mayor Hotaling announced the following appointments:
Official newspaper, The Oneonta Star; depository, Milford Branch, Wilber National Bank; clerk-treasurer, Millard Armstrong, reappointed; village attorney, William K. Atchinson; assessors, the village trustees; commissioner of streets, water and parks, Gordon Woodrow; recreation commissioner, Charles Osborn, and acting mayor Stanley Martin.


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Tradition and modernity can also be seen in its innovative and imaginative gastronomy, based on fresh garden produce, fresh fish, a wide variety of sausages and olive oil. Traditional handmade cakes and pastries and sparkling wines are some of the other highlights in this brief overview of Barcelona's gastronomic culture.
Strolling around the streets of Barcelona will bring surprises at every turn. Pedestrian streets in the old quarter, green spaces, and a splendid seafront with a range of modern facilities are a reflection of its multi-faceted character. Barcelona has cleverly succeeded in embracing its past without forgetting its commitment to the future. The city is endowed with some exceptional infrastructures which are in demand as venues for seminars, symposia and international events. Its exceptional transport connections, the Mediterranean climate and the multitude of attractions for visitors make Barcelona one of the world's leading business cities. Business parks and exhibition and conference centres host a wide range of initiatives.
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Tennessee Aquarium Earns Education Seal of Approval
Only U.S. Aquarium or Zoo Certified as Supplementary Education
Tenn. (April 24th, 2008) – A room full of
boisterous students fall quiet suddenly as Thad
Taylor appears holding a six-inch round, green
and brown lump of bumpy skin. "This is an
ornate horned frog," explains the Tennessee
Aquarium educator. "They have an enormous
mouth and quickly gobble up their prey. That's
how they get their nickname – the Pac-Man
These wide-eyed students aren't
aware they're in school and learning biology.
There may not be any desks,
chalkboards or lockers in the halls, but the Tennessee
Aquarium is indeed a school in every other sense of the
word. "The work that
we do here in our classrooms, gallery programs, distance
learning, educational outreach and summer programs are
tied to the state education science standards of all of
the states around us as well as the national science standards," said
Tim Baker, the Aquarium's director of education. "We
want to maintain a world-class level of performance in
education while connecting people with nature."
Hard work by an experienced staff has paid off.
The Tennessee Aquarium is now the only aquarium or zoo
in the United States certified as a Supplementary Education
School after completing a multi-phased accreditation process
performed by AdvancED. This education organization is dedicated
to establishing unified quality standards for education
on a global level. AdvancED represents 23,000 public and
private schools that serve nearly 15 million students.
This review process of the Tennessee Aquarium included:
Tennessee Aquarium's
education programs were measured against seven standards:
The Tennessee Aquarium's report card from
AdvancED was straight A's (Highly Functional) in
five of the seven standards, and B's (Operational)
in the two others. "One thing they observed
was our passion to educate and that really points to our
staff. But the assessment team was also impressed with
our distance learning and our educational outreach efforts," said
The AdvancED Review Team also commended the Tennessee
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The Howard County Arts Council is pleased to announce that seven Baltimore City organizations have been awarded grants through the new Outreach Howard Grant Program. A total of $30,000 was awarded. Outreach Howard was established to encourage recipients of the Arts Council's Baltimore City Arts and Cultural grants to extend the reach of their programs directly to Howard County residents by producing an arts and/or cultural activity at a location in Howard County.
American Visionary Art Museum will receive $4,644 for a collaborative quilt-making program with an anti-bullying theme to be instituted at Howard County schools.
Baltimore Museum of Industry will receive $2,175 for senior citizen outreach programs that will include lectures, historic object demonstration, and documentary films on topics relating to the region's industrial history.
CENTERSTAGE will receive $6,883 to perform excerpts from five productions and host theatre-related panel discussions at the Howard County Library and Rep Stage.
Maryland Science Center will receive $4,500 to present Family Science Nights, a science-enrichment program, at three Howard County Title 1 elementary schools.
Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will receive $3,288 to bring their ZOOmobile outreach program to Title 1 elementary schools in Howard County.
National Aquarium in Baltimore will receive $3,667 for a senior citizen outreach program that brings the wonders of the ocean to assisted living communities.
Port Discovery Children's Museum will receive $4,843 to present Slammin' Jammin' Theater Arts Explosion Under the Dome, a collection of programs that encourages artistic expression and group play, at the Robinson Nature Center.
The Arts Council is also pleased to announce that two Howard County arts organizations will receive grants from the Organizational Development Grant Program. The Organizational Development Grant Program was established to stabilize and enhance the organizational development and professional business management skills of non-profit arts organizations in Howard County.
Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts will receive $1,600 to participate in Leadership Howard County Premier, a leadership development program.
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