Umami Burger

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I have a major weakness for burgers and have to refrain from ordering them pretty much every time I go out to eat. With my parents in town this past weekend though, I figured it would be a great opportunity to share one of our favorite spots:

Umami Burger

. Everything on the menu is carefully crafted to include just enough classics, but in new ways that are unconventionally delicious. Apparently they also have fabulous desserts (like ice cream sandwiches and root beer floats), but I've always been far too stuffed to ever give them a try.

The Manly Burger {beer-cheddar cheese, smoked-salt onion strings, bacon lardons}

The Manly Burger {beer-cheddar cheese, smoked-salt onion strings, bacon lardons}

Sweet Potato Fries {with Umami Ketchup}

Sweet Potato Fries {with Umami Ketchup}

Ahi Tuna Burger {ahi patty, sprouts, pickled carrots, avocado and wasabi powder}

Ahi Tuna Burger {ahi patty, sprouts, pickled carrots, avocado and wasabi powder}

Cheesy Tator Tots {like hash browns, but with melted cheese inside. pure amazingness}

Cheesy Tator Tots {like hash browns, but with melted cheese inside. pure amazingness}

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