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2013-02-28
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You'll just know when new eateries open up in the heart of Orchard. Common tell-tale signs include sudden spike in human traffic within the vicinity of the eatery, a full-house sign at the shop entrance during meal times, queues and more queues. So I was quite taken by surprise when Charlie & Co., the latest burger place right smack in ION Orchard was quite empty during lunch. Then I saw why. The menu, or more specifically the prices. The average burger ranges from $14-20 and comes separate wit
Then I saw why. The menu, or more specifically the prices. The average burger ranges from $14-20 and comes separate with sides and drinks which are about $7-8 and $4 respectively. A hearty lunch might hurt quite a bit here.
Much of the negativity faded when I got my meal though. I ordered a Double Cheese and Bacon Burger ($16) together with a side of Parmesan and Truffle Fries ($7) and the presentation.. I like!The bun atop my burger reached me gleaming, and the burger itself showcase the full pack of awesome ingredients starring the 100% Australian-bred Wagyu patty. The thick juicy patty was char-grilled magnificently enough to retain a smokey flavour that added on the the savoury goodness of that marbled beef. The patty was coated with aged Cheddar cheese (albeit not so melted) and crispy prime back bacon. That's a killer combination right there!
My side of Parmesan and Truffle Fries came presented nicely enough - thick-cut fries sprinkled with parmesan cheese flakes. While you can't really go far wrong with fries, I did feel the injustice of paying $7 for truffle fries when the taste of truffle did not quite come through. So I'd have to give a so-so rating for the fries at least.
All in all my lunch at Charlie & Co. took a hefty toll of approximately $24. On the positive side, the restaurant was spick and span, even spacious, with courteous service staff that actually went table to table asking for feedback on our food. I can at least take heart that my feedback about the fries will be taken into consideration, and probably drop by again when my wallet forgets the pinch
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