Last Friday I stopped into Gus' Cafe for a quick last minute drink. Fell in love with their back patio and stopped back Tuesday (9/30/14). Turns out it was half off burger night. If you know me you know that I typically have one burger per year and I'm glad I chose that designation for this one. While the Heisenburger wasn't up to the level of Walter White's namesake it still was pretty good, the onions were caramelized perfectly and the bun tasted like it was just baked.
Added a side of belgian fries though I wouldn't call it a side by any means - the tray could feed a small army. The fries were amazing and not like anything I have ever had though the aioli on the side lacked anything resembling flavor.
My friend I was with opted for the hummus and enjoyed that as well.
Being that it is in Lawrenceville where you better be on point with your beer selection Gus' Cafe didn't disappoint on that end either.
While it seems like Gus' Cafe could add a few servers to the roster I must say the server we had went above and beyond. As I mentioned I wanted to sit on the patio. Now the twinkling lights must have clouded my judgement because we knew it was most likely going to rain. Well the umbrella didn't suffice once the downpour came. After making a break for indoors I must say it was beyond kind that the server offered to go outside to attempt to bring in our remaining food. We of course declined, but the offer was appreciated.
Every 'hood needs the neighborhood place that is a step above the typical neighborhood hangout and Gus' Cafe provides that.