B is for burger. Specifically, the first burger joint in the series: Bobbie's Dairy Dip.
We went three for three on bacon cheeseburgers, however, there are hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches, and veggie burgers on offer, in addition to chicken sandwiches and a few other odds and ends. Sides range from fries (done plain, w/ cheese, or w/ chili and cheese) to onion rings to fried pickles. Everything is made to order, including the hand cut fries, so there is a bit of a wait. While slower than the drive-thru, it's considerably quicker than dine-in service.
All in all, it was a tasty lunch that "got the job done." The burgers, while juicy and flavorful, were noticeably not fresh or hand made, but seemed to be the pre-fab frozen patties you can get at your local warehouse store. The sides, on the other hand, were definitely fresh. Like any Southern gal, I'm a sucker for fried dill pickles, and these were on point. The batter was light, so they didn't come out super greasy. I also appreciated the addition of a kick of spice, which really made them unique. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the cheese fries had real cheddar cheese melted on them, vice that gross pseudo-cheese sauce you find pumped onto the food in so many places. Unfortunately, none of us had room for dessert today. I'm always a sucker for a great milkshake, and Bobbie's, I'm told, won't disappoint. Their soft-serve portions are also said to be huge-- so order carefully (or don't-- who doesn't love soft serve?!?).
All in all, a decent burger, great sides, and a way-better-than-the-average-fast-food-joint atmosphere earned Bobbie's a (not quite unanimous) score of 4.33-- two 4's and a 5. I for one plan to head back to sample the dairy dip treats.
...Garrick plans to head back for dinner tonight.
Next week: Coco's Italian Market
~B
Not your average side of the road burger stand-- this one's worth a stop.
For lunch this week, the group agreed on Bobbie's Dairy Dip, a classic burger stand on Charlotte Ave and 53rd, that appears to have been there since their "James Brown Milkshake" was culturally relevant. The restaurant is a walk-up stand with ample outdoor self-serve seating. Our picnic table was perfect for a mild day like today, but I can imagine one of their signature "dip" style soft-serve ice creams would be a necessity to survive it on a Nashville summer day.
A colorful menu boasts classic burgers, dogs, and sides-- with a few surprises.
We went three for three on bacon cheeseburgers, however, there are hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches, and veggie burgers on offer, in addition to chicken sandwiches and a few other odds and ends. Sides range from fries (done plain, w/ cheese, or w/ chili and cheese) to onion rings to fried pickles. Everything is made to order, including the hand cut fries, so there is a bit of a wait. While slower than the drive-thru, it's considerably quicker than dine-in service.
Bacon Cheeseburger, Cheese Fries, and Fried Pickles
(the pickles were for the table-- I'm only 500lbs on the inside)
All in all, it was a tasty lunch that "got the job done." The burgers, while juicy and flavorful, were noticeably not fresh or hand made, but seemed to be the pre-fab frozen patties you can get at your local warehouse store. The sides, on the other hand, were definitely fresh. Like any Southern gal, I'm a sucker for fried dill pickles, and these were on point. The batter was light, so they didn't come out super greasy. I also appreciated the addition of a kick of spice, which really made them unique. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the cheese fries had real cheddar cheese melted on them, vice that gross pseudo-cheese sauce you find pumped onto the food in so many places. Unfortunately, none of us had room for dessert today. I'm always a sucker for a great milkshake, and Bobbie's, I'm told, won't disappoint. Their soft-serve portions are also said to be huge-- so order carefully (or don't-- who doesn't love soft serve?!?).
Fresh potatos anyone?
All in all, a decent burger, great sides, and a way-better-than-the-average-fast-food-joint atmosphere earned Bobbie's a (not quite unanimous) score of 4.33-- two 4's and a 5. I for one plan to head back to sample the dairy dip treats.
...Garrick plans to head back for dinner tonight.
Next week: Coco's Italian Market
~B
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