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Burger bracket: Mid-Cities region
1. Five Guys Burgers and Fries
No less a luminary that first lady Michelle Obama is a fan of this Arlington, Va.-based chain, which opened a Southlake outpost in 2008. Nothing fussy or fancy here — just tender, juicy burgers at pleasingly low prices.
242 State St., Southlake*; 817-416-9726, www.fiveguys.com
2. Johnny B’s Burgers and Shakes
This Southlake spot stakes its reputation on the "Dragonburger" – a triple cheeseburger topped with jalapeños and homemade chili. The winner of many "best-of burger" contests in recent years, it could easily pull ahead of Five Guys and sweep this bracket.
2704 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake; 817-749-0000, johnnybsburgers.com
3. Al’s Hamburgers
Famed for its thin-patty burgers, this Arlington institution is the veteran competitor, having first started serving in 1957. But while respect must be paid to our elders, we’ve heard a few grumblings that maybe it’s time for Al’s to retire.
1001 N.E. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington; 817-275-8918
4. OC Burgers
A California-style burger shack plopped in the middle of Texas sounds like a contradiction of terms. With two locations in Tarrant County, though, OC has carved out a niche since opening in 2007. Be warned, though: Such California concoctions as the teriyaki pineapple burger could easily sink it.
6300 Denton Highway, Watauga*; 817-428-4290, www.ocburgers.com
5. Denton County Independent Hamburger Co.
More than a few burger-lovers regard this spot on Denton’s downtown square to be the finest restaurant in town. A mound of shredded Cheddar cheese and hickory barbecue sauce are considered essential add-ons. But is the long trip up I-35 really worth it?
113 W. Hickory St. Denton; 940-383-1022.
6. Jackson’s Grocery and Grill No. 1
These giant burgers are bursting with flavor and, with the cheap prices, they are a bargain. The only question that remains: Is a convenience store capable of competing with the big boys?
1823 S. Fielder Road, Arlington*; 817-275-8201
7. Clown Burger
It’s not much more than a dumpy-looking shack with a giant orange clown on the side. Yet this Haltom City institution — presently celebrating a half-century in operation — might be one of the best-kept secrets in Texas.
5020 Stanley Keller Road, Haltom City; 817-831-8015
8. Airways Hamburgers
Charcoal-grilled burgers in an airplane-themed diner. What’s not to love? But the burgers can be a little salty for some palates.
1106 N. Collins St, Arlington; 817-461-1601
On the bubble
Flips: The sports bar and grill is a solid player in Grapevine.
Simply Burgers, Arlington: Nice, but a little too simple.
Nicky D’s, Crowley: Tasty burgers served in a former service station. Great, if you’re in Crowley.
Tom’s Burgers & Grill, Arlington: Another fun ’50s-style diner with juicy half-pounders.
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