Was finally able to try Fukuburger at the Foodie Fest after a few missed opportunities and attempts around town. I was sooo looking forward to the savory experience that everyone is bragging about here, but I walked away feeling empty and confused.
My burger order looked like something that came out of a low-budget public school cafeteria. It was slapped together quickly and didn't appear like anything I've seen posted on Yelp. It felt diminutive in comparison. It was a mess to eat, as the bun was already soggy in the 50 feet I walked to sit down. I could taste some good flavors in the burger/sauces, but they were blurred as I fought to keep all the parts together. I ordered jazz fries, but received regular fries because of an apparent typo. The fries were also cooked unevenly. Not anywhere worth $9.00.
Saddened sigh. I tried to determine what factors might have contributed to my experience, but really couldn't rationalize anything. There was NO ONE in line when I ordered, so there was no frenzy surrounding it. After I finished my food, I sat there with a sunken heart and blank stare.