Are you on death row? Trying to pack on some weight for a
pro-wrestling career? Recently suffered a painful layoff, break-up, or
life-setback? Or are you just plain high? Chances are, you are a good candidate
for a stuffed burger at The Squared Circle.
This pro-wrestling themed restaurant from former WWE
wrestler Lisa Marie Varon isn’t just for wrestling enthusiasts, though
wrestling fans convene here to watch WWE events on TV, and even to catch a
party bus to certain events. Situated on a not-so-happening stretch of Ashland
in Lincoln Park, this burger joint delivers both quantity and quality. Knowing
I was headed to a wrestling-themed bar, I was not anticipating such a
tastefully decorated space. Yes, there are TVs everywhere, but your feet won’t
stick to the floor and you won’t need a
Purell bath after using the restrooms here.
Okay, on to the burgers. Yes, all the burgers are stuffed
here. This means the burgers are more
well-done than my usual liking to keep all off the oozing cheese inside the
patty. But juiciness is most definitely not lacking here. Feeling traditional?
The Big Vic is the most simple of all the burger offerings; cheddar stuffed,
topped with red onion, lettuce, tomato, more cheddar, and special sauce. This is a really well-balanced burger; every
topping is in perfect proportion. The more adventurous burgers include toppings
(and stuffings) of hash browns, pulled pork, capicola and kimchi. And a breadth
of bacon-oriented options. Lots and lots of bacon. Despite the monstrous size
of these burgers, the bun is absolutely firm enough to keep it all together.
Choose fries, corn, or garlic mashed potatoes as a standard side, and for an
extra buck or more, add sides like truffle mac n cheese or duck fat fries—so
fancy! Burgers range from $11-$15.50. Not cheap, but also proportionate in
price to other loaded up burgers. Pro-tip: check Groupon before you go or take advantage of the $5 burger special on Tuesdays.
For the patron on death-row, you will want to order a
booze-infused milkshake with your burger. And maybe the pizza wontons to start.
If you have dignity and self-worth, stick with the stuffed burger and leave a
little bun on your plate to make yourself feel like less of a gluttonous
hambeast.
Service is friendly, prompt and helpful. The location leaves
a little to be desired in terms of accessibility and nearby attractions, but I
think the burgers here are good enough that people will be compelled to make
the trek. Lisa Marie is often here, which is an added perk for wrestling
enthusiasts.
Burger: B+Value: A (if you use the Groupon or take advantage of the Tuesday $5 special)
Overall: A-
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| JR's Breakfast Burger: One all beef patty stuffed with regret and topped with self-loathing. |
2418 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
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