The Great Burger Adventure--Boston Blackies

Chicago has a lot of great places to eat. Just like Isaac Newton set out to discover America, I'm setting out to discover the finest burger this city has to offer. I start at a place that's close to my heart Boston Blackies.

Blackies, from my understanding is a Chicago institution.(aside: you hear this a lot--Chicago institution and it's a stupid. As there are more Corner Bakery's here than anything esle. Is that an institution Chicago? No it's a chain.) Anyways it's a great place that's been around a while, as it should be. Inside it's pretty simple; bar, booths and tables. You wait in line normally, but it's worth it.

The menu is simple. Get the burger. It's the first thing you see. I went Blackie burger. Hamburger covered in fried onions and bacon. Delicious. What I really like about the place is they're ready for you. No waiting. You sit down, order and the food arrives promptly. The burger is cooked to perfection. You say, "medium rare" you get medium rare. The onions are buttery and melt in your mouth. Bacon adds it's unique taste and the ground beef is fresh, like the cow is in the back and they shave the meet off of it.

If you're in Chicago and want a burger seek out Blackies.