I used to frequent Magoo's many years ago when I worked nearby. It was always a reasonably good burger lunch at a decent price.
Returning the other night after almost 20 years, I was a little surprised to see that the interior hasn't changed a single bit! Now normally, I'd say that's a good thing, but man... this place is outdated and feels dirty.
I'm not usually one to complain about price, particularly when purchasing something "gourmet", but I was truly off-put by my $15 6oz burger combo, to which I DID NOT HAVE THE OPTION of upgrading to spicy fries. Not even for an additional fee. (I could have ordered the burger, fries and drink separately but then that upgrade would have been a few extra dollars). I mean, come on! Do spicy fries come from more expensive potatoes?
Secondly, my 4 year old decided she wanted a burger after all once we were already seated. I ordered her a 4oz burger with cheese. 8 dollars! For a baby burger? When asked to finish the burger with my (her) choice of toppings, I saw the unfriendly server add a small spoonful of cold shredded cheese to the bun by default. She explained to me that's how they do their cheeseburgers. WTF? I asked if it could be melted over the patty. She said "The patty will melt it on the bun". I said "It had better because my kid won't eat it otherwise". She scowled.
After my kiddo had a couple bites, she described her cheese as crunchy. I enjoyed eating the remainder of her $8 baby burger.
Adieu Mr. Magoo, It's "hard to see" why you're so popular. I'm blind to your business from herein.