Burgerlords Chinatown

This walk-up burger stand in Chinatown's Far East Plaza was taken over by the Wake & Late people, and while we're big fans of their breakfast burritos and bagels , their take on the smashburger is pretty underwhelming. Previously known for its excellent vegan burger, the Burgerlords menu has been reduced to a single option: a double cheeseburger or veggie burger combo with thin crispy fries and a drink for $25. And though we appreciate Burgerlord's dedication to high-quality ingredients, they're not always apparent in the final product. The smashed patties have a nice beefy flavor, but are more crumbly than crisp and the dense, spongy house-baked bun is a downgrade over what you'd find at the store. These aren't actively terrible burgers and fries, but given the price and limited options, there are other burger spots we'd send you to first, including Amboy a short walk away.