Variety of burgers ... Meat and even veggie We shared a lobster "burger" actually a lobster roll with real lobster meat !! Had the sweet potato fries very good! They are served with honey ... Casual atmosphere I would go back again to try other burger options ! And maybe even try the asparagus "fries"....
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Stephanie P.
The worst burger I have ever ate. The bun was dense and hard, the meat was undercooked and bleeding for a medium well, the pepperjack cheese you couldn't even taste. I feel sorry for the college students this place is taking advantage of... get them drunk with draft beer so they don't taste how bad the food really is. Not even gonna talk about the food trapped in the table top.
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Jennifer V.
Love the wellington burger & parmesian/garlic fries yum! Just wish they were open later. Prices are a little high bur for the quality of burger you get I believe it's worth it. Also love the decor.
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Greg M.
The best burger I've had in a long time and great fries too. Tea is good and service is great. Reasonable prices especially on Tuesday and Wednesday for a regular burger, fries, and a drink.
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Sharon C.
Bun was dense and dry. Ordered my burger medium rare and got it well done. Pathetic portion of fries. Screw this place. NOT going back.
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C T.
The burgers are about a 2/3 the size and taste of Five Guys with twice the price. Be sure to ask about the cost of additional items. They present items like they are included but it adds up. We payed 23 bucks for what felt like 12.
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Scott W.
Loved it!! Burgers were absolutely terrific! Staff was very friendly! Clean casual atmosphere. Everything we had was delicious but best of all, it didn't taste quite as expected, which was absolutely great!!
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Miranda V.
I come here every other week, and am never disappointed. I always get the tuna, medium rare. My partner always gets the southwest burger. "Best burger in the world!" Today a gentleman named Adam brought our food. He was so courteous and polite. Came back and checked on us later in the meal. Asked to bring us a box, and even took our plates and trash to save us the steps. This guys needs to be named employee of the month, receive a raise and a kiss on the cheek for his generous service at BGR.
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Lindsey B.
Food here on Sunday after a football game. I got the sliders which included fries and a drink for only five dollars. I thought the burger was better today than previous visits. The fries were not as freshly cooked as I had hoped, but were better than some My biggest complaint was the men's room. The commode was stopped and when flushed it overflowed all over the floor. It appeared to have been doing that for several hours. The paper towel dispenser was broken. Such basic things would worry me about a return visit.
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Michael T.
Very busy after football game. Still good, but burger over cooked.
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K M.
experience was horrible. horrible. burnt fries. no ice. water was rancid tasting. shakes took 40 minutes! and it wasn't packed. no line. just no quality control at all. very disappointed.
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Sez R.
They have very small portions of burgers. Actually not sure where they found such all buns. I ordered the Greek, and liked it (other than the soggy buns). My hubby ordered the burger second from the top, which I thought tasted good too. But my husband did not like neither of the two burgers we ordered. He thought the sauce they used was tasteless. I did not mind the taste of their sauce but the amount. The buns of my burger were soaking in the sauce when they brought it.
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Curt W.
If you rate your burger on the quality of the meat first, this is the place to visit. I had the Clemson (pimento cheese, onions and bacon). It was very good. The fries are also excellent. Everything is made fresh so it may take a little time, but the food is worth the wait. I took my daughter(13) who had The Burger. It was more than enough for her to finish. I had a bite and it was very good. BUT, it was pretty expensive. Our total was over $20 for two burgers, fries and sodas.
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Brett B.
This is a new place is town! Was so excited to go and it fulfilled my expectations. The burgers are great, and the atmosphere is perfect for a college town. If you go, the best deal is definitely the box set. It includes fries and a drink for only $8!! Just note that the burgers do not come with fries. You have to order them additionally. Other than that, I'm excited to try all of the other burgers they offer.
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Vincent T.
I love the wellington. The prices are a bit on the expensive side but the burger makes up for it. The sweet potato fries are good too! If you're getting a milkshake, request that they make it much thicker than normal because its a bit watered down.
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Greg G.
Jesus Jake on a cracker this place was expensive. You are paying anywhere from $7-$15 depending on what kind of burger you get. You'd expect at least fries, maybe even a drink for that kind of price. You'd be wrong. Unless you get their "Box Set" lunch special ($8.99), you are paying al la carte for fries, O-rings, drink...it can easily be a $20 lunch...for a burger. $4 for regular fries, $4.50 for onion rings, $5 friggin dollars for a milkshake (a small one, too!)...ugh. As far as being "Fresh, housemade" as they so proudly proclaim...I sat at the bar and watched as the grill guy took veggie, tuna, turkey, and other types of burgers out of shrink wrap...these things looked like they had nutrional info. printed on them, clearly frozen when they hit the grill...the fries and onion rings also where straight out of the plastic bag in the freezer. Fresh and housemade my a$$. Don't be duped by their fry "toppings", either. I got the roasted garlic topping, expecting it to be maybe a dipping sauce, a spice dust, or aioli. Instead, I was rewarded for my choice with three little slivers of deep fried garlic cloves that didn't even stay on the fries as I ate them. Gross. The burger was good (I highly recommend the Greek), but it wasn't worth anywhere near the price paid, and it took FORever to come out. For the price, I'll take my money elsewhere and get twice the meal for half the cost. Blue Heron still has the best burger in town...although their burgers cost $9.50, they come with fries. So save yourself the $1.50 (or more) and get a better burger there!
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Joseph G.
This is coming from a NJ boy, if that matters Here in Clemson with my girl for her orientation. While she was getting the CU experience, i took the opportunity to try the local fare. Heard good things about this place, but was sorely disappointed. Cost me $14 for a cheddar bacon burger, fountain drink and onion rings. I asked for medium rare, came what i would say was medium, warm pink all the way through. The two guys next to me mentioned the same, one guy asked "why do they ask how you want your burger is they make them all the same?" The burger was messy, but it was more grease then juice. Not a terrible burger, but not the best either. The local Ruby Tuesdays has better burgers. The bacon was crisp, the "vermont" cheddar was more supermarket presliced. no bite to it. The O-rings were awesome, take a half an onion, and individually batter each layer. HUGE rings fried great. Also, free refills on fountain drinks. An ok burger and good rings for an inflated price, wouldnt go back
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Lauren H.
I went on Wednesday to take advantage of the $5 box set meal and I'm glad that's all I spent. The wait for a burger was 20 minutes, I understand they cook to order but that's excessive. I ordered my burger medium, yet it was well done and the outside was too charred. The fries were good except for a few that seemed to have been double cooked because they were super crunchy. Definitely don't go if you're in a hurry and don't have too high of expectations. The atmosphere is really cool but it doesn't make up for the low quality.
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Solomon W.
BGR definitely offers some upscale, but family-friendly grub, and I definitely think it offers a burger worth having. The atmosphere is not too uppity, but it is also not your typical grimey burger dive. My one complaint is that BGR is extremely expensive. A burger that contains more than the standard offerings runs you upwards of $9, and the sides start at $3. Add a drink, and you have tipped the $15 range. I went with The Wellington burger, and I was really impressed with it for the most part. The mushroom-caramelized onion mash was savory, but a little too salty. Perhaps the "deep roast" provided too much flavor. The "mojo" sauce was this creamy mix of blue cheese and something else. It provided a good bite. The more disappointing features: soggy bun, slightly tough meat (even though it was prepared medium rare), and WAY too small. Maybe a 5 oz. patty? The sweet potato fries were slightly underseasoned, but solid. They were double-fried, so there was a great crunch to most of the pieces, but I did not get enough to deem the $4 price tag acceptable. Great food, no-frills dining style, but not necessarily a budget meal. Head on over to say you have been; I just would not make this an everyday lunch haunt... for your waistline's and your wallet's sake.
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Jason L.
First off - we happened to be downtown and the smells coming from this place made us want to try it. We walked in and they were busy but not too busy so it didn't take to long - the service was pretty good - but since its an order and then sit and we'll buzz you when your food is ready type of joint how backed up will they get. Anyway - the food was good, I had a beef burger, very tasty and cooked very good. My wife had the turkey burger. It was also very flavorful for a turkey burger. We both enjoyed the fries. The only issue I have is that its a little on the expensive side for the food you are getting. It's a good burger and all, but for not having table service, its pricey.
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Mark R.
I'm not a big fan of most of the restaurants on College Avenue in Clemson, but I tried the Big Burger Joint and liked it. I had the turkey burger stuffed with blue cheese. Cooked to order, it tasted delicious. The blue cheese added the calories to what would have otherwise been a healthy choice. The burger came with a rather small portion of fries that tasted equally great. You get in line and order, then the guys call your number when it is ready. (Do they not hire women at this place?) I'd like to see the establishment get rid of the plastic disposable silverware (I hope it doesn't end up in some dump in Pickens County) and get real silverware. As for price, A burger with fries is in the $7-9 range, which I think is a bit high for Clemson students, but I'd still go back. I noticed the other reviewers complained about the pricing, too. The management might want to consider more reasonable specials in this rural South Carolina college town or this place could be an early casualty....
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Taylor C.
Absolutely horrible. Worst food I've had in a while and it was way overpriced. They charge for all extra toppings.
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Jason B.
Too much salt and VERY pricey!
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Ryan B.
Based on the mixed reviews, I went into this place not knowing what to expect. I came out without a single complaint. I'm not sure why so many people complained about the food, unless it was the somewhat unconventional burger creations they serve. My burger was simply excellent. If someone had told me I could get an aged USDA Prime burger topped with, among other things, black truffles and foie gras for about $9, I would have said they were crazy. That's what I got though, and it's their flagship burger called the Wellington. I don't give the compliment "best I've ever had" easily, but this one was up there. I got mine with fries, which were thick, crispy, and tasty. The restaurant itself is clean and has a nice ambiance for a "quick dining" kind of place. It took about 15 minutes from the time I ordered my burger to the time I got it, but the burgers are all cooked to order and worth every minute. I recommend you get yours medium, and if you do visit this place, be brave. It would be a shame to miss all the great options by just ordering a cheeseburger.
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Bill G.
I tried this place on a hunch and was really glad that I did. Food Network and Travel Channel hype always make new places more fun for me. I got the "double" with bacon and cheddar. The meat is "the thing" here - it's better than a lot of steaks that I have eaten - cooked to order (more or less) and lots of grilled flavor. I ordered with the "mojo sauce" and added no other sauces, though steak sauce and the "usual" were available. That was a good idea - this meat is too good to hide beneath a bunch of glop. Bacon was really chewy and the cheese a nice touch, though not essential. Lettuce was the good stuff and the tomato slices were thick and fresh. Fries were unremarkable - 1/2" square cuts, not much taste, completely ordinary. The extreme burgers are tempting, for sure, and seem to be popular, but don't let "The Burger" pass you buy - it's really excellent and does not need all the help that is available. On an unrelated note, I'm excited about returning to sample the supposedly award-winning lobster rolls.
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Cindy R.
Not cheap but very tasty! Sweet potato fries also good! Mediterranean burger very nice as is Wellington. Not your average fast food!
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Natalie S.
Okay is the best way to explain this trip. For about $10 and some change I got a turkey burger (with cheese), fries and a drink. It was a lot of food, it just wasn't memorable. I don't think I will ever crave it, but it was okay. The fries were really good, it was just kind of expensive for a downtown Clemson burger joint with decent burgers. Maybe the specialty burgers are better, worth a try.
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Hans B.
Variety of burgers ... Meat and even veggie We shared a lobster "burger" actually a lobster roll with real lobster meat !! Had the sweet potato fries very good! They are served with honey ... Casual atmosphere I would go back again to try other burger options ! And maybe even try the asparagus "fries"....
(4)Stephanie P.
The worst burger I have ever ate. The bun was dense and hard, the meat was undercooked and bleeding for a medium well, the pepperjack cheese you couldn't even taste. I feel sorry for the college students this place is taking advantage of... get them drunk with draft beer so they don't taste how bad the food really is. Not even gonna talk about the food trapped in the table top.
(1)Jennifer V.
Love the wellington burger & parmesian/garlic fries yum! Just wish they were open later. Prices are a little high bur for the quality of burger you get I believe it's worth it. Also love the decor.
(4)Greg M.
The best burger I've had in a long time and great fries too. Tea is good and service is great. Reasonable prices especially on Tuesday and Wednesday for a regular burger, fries, and a drink.
(5)Sharon C.
Bun was dense and dry. Ordered my burger medium rare and got it well done. Pathetic portion of fries. Screw this place. NOT going back.
(2)C T.
The burgers are about a 2/3 the size and taste of Five Guys with twice the price. Be sure to ask about the cost of additional items. They present items like they are included but it adds up. We payed 23 bucks for what felt like 12.
(2)Scott W.
Loved it!! Burgers were absolutely terrific! Staff was very friendly! Clean casual atmosphere. Everything we had was delicious but best of all, it didn't taste quite as expected, which was absolutely great!!
(5)Miranda V.
I come here every other week, and am never disappointed. I always get the tuna, medium rare. My partner always gets the southwest burger. "Best burger in the world!" Today a gentleman named Adam brought our food. He was so courteous and polite. Came back and checked on us later in the meal. Asked to bring us a box, and even took our plates and trash to save us the steps. This guys needs to be named employee of the month, receive a raise and a kiss on the cheek for his generous service at BGR.
(5)Lindsey B.
Food here on Sunday after a football game. I got the sliders which included fries and a drink for only five dollars. I thought the burger was better today than previous visits. The fries were not as freshly cooked as I had hoped, but were better than some My biggest complaint was the men's room. The commode was stopped and when flushed it overflowed all over the floor. It appeared to have been doing that for several hours. The paper towel dispenser was broken. Such basic things would worry me about a return visit.
(3)Michael T.
Very busy after football game. Still good, but burger over cooked.
(3)K M.
experience was horrible. horrible. burnt fries. no ice. water was rancid tasting. shakes took 40 minutes! and it wasn't packed. no line. just no quality control at all. very disappointed.
(1)Sez R.
They have very small portions of burgers. Actually not sure where they found such all buns. I ordered the Greek, and liked it (other than the soggy buns). My hubby ordered the burger second from the top, which I thought tasted good too. But my husband did not like neither of the two burgers we ordered. He thought the sauce they used was tasteless. I did not mind the taste of their sauce but the amount. The buns of my burger were soaking in the sauce when they brought it.
(2)Curt W.
If you rate your burger on the quality of the meat first, this is the place to visit. I had the Clemson (pimento cheese, onions and bacon). It was very good. The fries are also excellent. Everything is made fresh so it may take a little time, but the food is worth the wait. I took my daughter(13) who had The Burger. It was more than enough for her to finish. I had a bite and it was very good. BUT, it was pretty expensive. Our total was over $20 for two burgers, fries and sodas.
(3)Brett B.
This is a new place is town! Was so excited to go and it fulfilled my expectations. The burgers are great, and the atmosphere is perfect for a college town. If you go, the best deal is definitely the box set. It includes fries and a drink for only $8!! Just note that the burgers do not come with fries. You have to order them additionally. Other than that, I'm excited to try all of the other burgers they offer.
(4)Vincent T.
I love the wellington. The prices are a bit on the expensive side but the burger makes up for it. The sweet potato fries are good too! If you're getting a milkshake, request that they make it much thicker than normal because its a bit watered down.
(4)Greg G.
Jesus Jake on a cracker this place was expensive. You are paying anywhere from $7-$15 depending on what kind of burger you get. You'd expect at least fries, maybe even a drink for that kind of price. You'd be wrong. Unless you get their "Box Set" lunch special ($8.99), you are paying al la carte for fries, O-rings, drink...it can easily be a $20 lunch...for a burger. $4 for regular fries, $4.50 for onion rings, $5 friggin dollars for a milkshake (a small one, too!)...ugh. As far as being "Fresh, housemade" as they so proudly proclaim...I sat at the bar and watched as the grill guy took veggie, tuna, turkey, and other types of burgers out of shrink wrap...these things looked like they had nutrional info. printed on them, clearly frozen when they hit the grill...the fries and onion rings also where straight out of the plastic bag in the freezer. Fresh and housemade my a$$. Don't be duped by their fry "toppings", either. I got the roasted garlic topping, expecting it to be maybe a dipping sauce, a spice dust, or aioli. Instead, I was rewarded for my choice with three little slivers of deep fried garlic cloves that didn't even stay on the fries as I ate them. Gross. The burger was good (I highly recommend the Greek), but it wasn't worth anywhere near the price paid, and it took FORever to come out. For the price, I'll take my money elsewhere and get twice the meal for half the cost. Blue Heron still has the best burger in town...although their burgers cost $9.50, they come with fries. So save yourself the $1.50 (or more) and get a better burger there!
(2)Joseph G.
This is coming from a NJ boy, if that matters Here in Clemson with my girl for her orientation. While she was getting the CU experience, i took the opportunity to try the local fare. Heard good things about this place, but was sorely disappointed. Cost me $14 for a cheddar bacon burger, fountain drink and onion rings. I asked for medium rare, came what i would say was medium, warm pink all the way through. The two guys next to me mentioned the same, one guy asked "why do they ask how you want your burger is they make them all the same?" The burger was messy, but it was more grease then juice. Not a terrible burger, but not the best either. The local Ruby Tuesdays has better burgers. The bacon was crisp, the "vermont" cheddar was more supermarket presliced. no bite to it. The O-rings were awesome, take a half an onion, and individually batter each layer. HUGE rings fried great. Also, free refills on fountain drinks. An ok burger and good rings for an inflated price, wouldnt go back
(2)Lauren H.
I went on Wednesday to take advantage of the $5 box set meal and I'm glad that's all I spent. The wait for a burger was 20 minutes, I understand they cook to order but that's excessive. I ordered my burger medium, yet it was well done and the outside was too charred. The fries were good except for a few that seemed to have been double cooked because they were super crunchy. Definitely don't go if you're in a hurry and don't have too high of expectations. The atmosphere is really cool but it doesn't make up for the low quality.
(2)Solomon W.
BGR definitely offers some upscale, but family-friendly grub, and I definitely think it offers a burger worth having. The atmosphere is not too uppity, but it is also not your typical grimey burger dive. My one complaint is that BGR is extremely expensive. A burger that contains more than the standard offerings runs you upwards of $9, and the sides start at $3. Add a drink, and you have tipped the $15 range. I went with The Wellington burger, and I was really impressed with it for the most part. The mushroom-caramelized onion mash was savory, but a little too salty. Perhaps the "deep roast" provided too much flavor. The "mojo" sauce was this creamy mix of blue cheese and something else. It provided a good bite. The more disappointing features: soggy bun, slightly tough meat (even though it was prepared medium rare), and WAY too small. Maybe a 5 oz. patty? The sweet potato fries were slightly underseasoned, but solid. They were double-fried, so there was a great crunch to most of the pieces, but I did not get enough to deem the $4 price tag acceptable. Great food, no-frills dining style, but not necessarily a budget meal. Head on over to say you have been; I just would not make this an everyday lunch haunt... for your waistline's and your wallet's sake.
(3)Jason L.
First off - we happened to be downtown and the smells coming from this place made us want to try it. We walked in and they were busy but not too busy so it didn't take to long - the service was pretty good - but since its an order and then sit and we'll buzz you when your food is ready type of joint how backed up will they get. Anyway - the food was good, I had a beef burger, very tasty and cooked very good. My wife had the turkey burger. It was also very flavorful for a turkey burger. We both enjoyed the fries. The only issue I have is that its a little on the expensive side for the food you are getting. It's a good burger and all, but for not having table service, its pricey.
(3)Mark R.
I'm not a big fan of most of the restaurants on College Avenue in Clemson, but I tried the Big Burger Joint and liked it. I had the turkey burger stuffed with blue cheese. Cooked to order, it tasted delicious. The blue cheese added the calories to what would have otherwise been a healthy choice. The burger came with a rather small portion of fries that tasted equally great. You get in line and order, then the guys call your number when it is ready. (Do they not hire women at this place?) I'd like to see the establishment get rid of the plastic disposable silverware (I hope it doesn't end up in some dump in Pickens County) and get real silverware. As for price, A burger with fries is in the $7-9 range, which I think is a bit high for Clemson students, but I'd still go back. I noticed the other reviewers complained about the pricing, too. The management might want to consider more reasonable specials in this rural South Carolina college town or this place could be an early casualty....
(4)Taylor C.
Absolutely horrible. Worst food I've had in a while and it was way overpriced. They charge for all extra toppings.
(1)Jason B.
Too much salt and VERY pricey!
(1)Ryan B.
Based on the mixed reviews, I went into this place not knowing what to expect. I came out without a single complaint. I'm not sure why so many people complained about the food, unless it was the somewhat unconventional burger creations they serve. My burger was simply excellent. If someone had told me I could get an aged USDA Prime burger topped with, among other things, black truffles and foie gras for about $9, I would have said they were crazy. That's what I got though, and it's their flagship burger called the Wellington. I don't give the compliment "best I've ever had" easily, but this one was up there. I got mine with fries, which were thick, crispy, and tasty. The restaurant itself is clean and has a nice ambiance for a "quick dining" kind of place. It took about 15 minutes from the time I ordered my burger to the time I got it, but the burgers are all cooked to order and worth every minute. I recommend you get yours medium, and if you do visit this place, be brave. It would be a shame to miss all the great options by just ordering a cheeseburger.
(5)Bill G.
I tried this place on a hunch and was really glad that I did. Food Network and Travel Channel hype always make new places more fun for me. I got the "double" with bacon and cheddar. The meat is "the thing" here - it's better than a lot of steaks that I have eaten - cooked to order (more or less) and lots of grilled flavor. I ordered with the "mojo sauce" and added no other sauces, though steak sauce and the "usual" were available. That was a good idea - this meat is too good to hide beneath a bunch of glop. Bacon was really chewy and the cheese a nice touch, though not essential. Lettuce was the good stuff and the tomato slices were thick and fresh. Fries were unremarkable - 1/2" square cuts, not much taste, completely ordinary. The extreme burgers are tempting, for sure, and seem to be popular, but don't let "The Burger" pass you buy - it's really excellent and does not need all the help that is available. On an unrelated note, I'm excited about returning to sample the supposedly award-winning lobster rolls.
(4)Cindy R.
Not cheap but very tasty! Sweet potato fries also good! Mediterranean burger very nice as is Wellington. Not your average fast food!
(4)Natalie S.
Okay is the best way to explain this trip. For about $10 and some change I got a turkey burger (with cheese), fries and a drink. It was a lot of food, it just wasn't memorable. I don't think I will ever crave it, but it was okay. The fries were really good, it was just kind of expensive for a downtown Clemson burger joint with decent burgers. Maybe the specialty burgers are better, worth a try.
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