In these stellar economic times, you must look to your hip, knowledgeable, 20-something friends (who pay their own rent) to give you the in on happening, delicious, and affordable LA restaurants. I did exactly this, and was thus led to $5 Burger Night at The Park. Located in Echo Park, this classy joint reflects the neighborhood's vibe: young, hip, smart, and innovative. This place combines SERIOUS food (think roast 1/2 jidori chicken, hanger steak with marrow gremolata & crispy onions, and ratatouille with grilled polenta & roast squash) with an intriguing atmosphere that screams "I could be located in Williamsburg or The Mission instead of Sunset Blvd. and you would never know".
The Wednesday night 5$ burger turned out to be $8 after all the fixins, but the fixins included thick cut applewood bacon, cheddar, caramelized onions, tomato, thick hunk of red onion and arugala on a killer homemade brioche bun. Get this: I ask for it medium-rare, and they bring it BLOODY, pink, and RARE. A.k.a...I'm coming back.
A sea of side swept bangs, skinny jeans, and interesting facial hair. LOVE the decor (and window peeking into the kitchen)
They've got their culinary inspiration right-on: Zuni Cafe Cookbook, Tartine Cookbook, Lucques Sunday Suppers Cookbook, Bouchon Cookbook, and a general cookbook about Vietnamese cooking.
***Check out The Park's Speakeasy Tuesday: $15 for a 3 course prix-fix menu. I don't know if they're doing something illegal...and I don't even care how they afford to offer this kind of deal, 3 courses for 15$ is that awesome.
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