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| - The name Michael Symon inspires notions of fantastic flavors and succulent entrees. I agree with Mike N who says its a glorified fast food joint.
The menu offers an array of gourmet flavor combinations. I got the porky burger that came with bacon coleslaw and pulled pork. My friend had the fried bologna, which reminded her of her Alabama roots. My burger was ok. It wasn't juicy but was cooked to order. The only bbq option was one with coffee, odd. It was all decent enough but not great. Don't bother asking about substitutions, Symons put a big sign on the wall that says you can't. Apparently they are already paired to perfection and your addition isn't going to help.
I ordered a side of onion rings and my friends ordered chili-cheese fries. The onion rings were great, but pricy at $6 for a regular-sized side. The chili-cheese fries were ok. The chili was a bit too sweet, not enough cheese and too expensive at $8. I'm not balking at the price per say. I am willing to pay for for something that is worth it. These items were good but just run of the mill.
A friend tried the vanilla, apple-pie bacon milk shake. It too was interesting but not delicious. The vanilla, apple-pie was sweet but the bacon aftertaste was not delicious.
The worst part of our experience was our waiter, Ben. He was way too cool for school. He never explained the pickle bar. He rarely checked on our drinks. He also didn't offer any suggestions even after we told him we'd never been there. Thank goodness for a mnager that picked up his slack. Also, don't ask for ranch, they don't have any Ben snootilly declared.
I have no need to go back. It was something worth trying once. Go to Melt, 5 Guys or even Red Robin for a better burger or sandwich in a friendlier atmosphere
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