Ambience: a hip, modern BBQ eatery with an open kitchen and wood decor

Ordering procedure: wait service (table or counter seating)

Burger presentation: all put together with a knife down the center on a platter with pickle garnish

Barrel Burger: BBQ sauce, cheddar, bacon, onion, fried onion rings

Cheese situation: comes on the burger

Fries: only come as a family style large side

Meal deal: all items must be bought separately

Meal price: over $25 (the burger, family side of fries, and one of their house sodas is a little over $25)

Other: indoor & outdoor seating, bottle of water for table, impressive bar selection

Single Los Angeles area location: 11801 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA 91604

Review: This tastes exactly like what you think a burger with BBQ sauce, cheese, and bacon would taste like. You know what you’re getting. It’s good but it’s not my kind of burger. However, this is definitely a restaurant to do some serious eating.