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| - As the trend of "high-end" burger joints dominate Toronto, with various reasons why their burgers are worth paying a premium for, whether it's house made fancy toppings, or whether the cow your meal came from was pampered night and day, chowing down on tasty grass with organic substances, the guys at Stampede are offering affordable and delicious burgers focused on bison.
Bison has become more mainstream as of late because it's known as the 'leaner' burger, at a measly four grams of fat per portion, offering a huge incentive to those craving a burger but watching their waistline.
As you come into this parkdale establishment, on Brock street, next to a sketchy LCBO where you can park your car if there's no street parking available. My partner in crime, Andrew and I head over starving and hoping to catch up over a quick dinner and we are surprised at how consistently busy it was. At the counter, you fill out a slip to customize your burger and they are made to order. There are a variety of toppings and condiments, from a deep fried onion ring on your burger or stampede mayo and of course there are alternative options if you're not interested in just Bison. They offer beef, chicken, club and even veggie burgers.
As for sides, this has become one of my picks for the best spots to have poutine in Toronto and I can't believe I waited so long to try this! They offer traditional poutine but also options that include things like bison meat (which is delectable), bacon and sweet potato.
For pictures http://bit.ly/m0EDIo
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