Burger Name: Hamburger
If you're looking for a good ol' American burger, look no further. It's here, under the outdoor umbrellas and guise of a swanky steakhouse in the Minneapolis Warehouse District known as Monte Carlo.
Although this burger is nothing to write home about, it's nothing to complain about, either. It's the classic American burger, perfectly unpretentious. We savored its organic, homey feel and both agreed it was something that would please a 10-year-old's picky pallet. Very simple. Although it lacked any distinct seasoning, it wasn't lacking. We enjoyed the uncomplicated clean taste of the meat, cheese (we opted for Muenster) and bread combination so much, we didn't make use of the condiments or the accoutrements provided. The meat patty was cooked perfectly, not at all dry, but melt-in-your-mouth juicy. The cheese was a good choice to add to the otherwise plain hamburger; it oozed beautifully into the bun. Bland, but not boring, it could be a good choice for someone who suffers from GERD.
The Conclusion: This, my friends, is the 1970's Schwinn bike of burgers. It's a classic. True, it isn't knocking our #1 burger off the top, but it still deserves proper recognition. If you're visiting in one of Minnesota's fleeting summer months, enjoy one outdoors, under the umbrellas and in the shadow of Target Field. The impressive indoor bar is worth checking out, but Monte Carlo's patio atmosphere, complete with a fountain and lush greenery, is pretty hard to beat.
Since a good burger should also be a good value, we've decided to add prices to our reviews. The Monte Carlo Hamburger - $9.95.
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