Burger lovers in Philly rejoiced when a New-York-based craft burger joint recently opened its first location in the City of Brotherly Love.
Bareburger -- known for its exotic selection of meats including bison, elk, duck bacon, wild boar and the new-at-the-Philly-location goat -- recently opened its doors at 1009 Walnut Street.
The burger chain promises organic burgers as well as salads, fried chicken and salads.
βThe βbareβ being a nod to the choice to use organic ingredients free of hormones, pesticides and other unsavory elements,β said the company.
The company said that the Philly location has been well-received so far.
βWe're so excited to be a part of the Philadelphia community,β said CEO Euripides Pelekanos. βWe could not be happier to be in the city that knows, demands and respects good food. We strive to have a fun and welcoming atmosphere, and look forward to welcoming in customers in Philadelphia for a good time and great burgers."
Since opening its first location in June 2009, Bareburger has expanded to 20 restaurants in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut and Ohio.
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But the Philly store opened right around a time of controversy on the Philly burger scene after Eagles star running back LeSean McCoy left a 20 cent tip at Northern Liberties burger joint PYT. Bareburger put out a challenge to Shady last week.
Hey @CutonDime25 heard you like burgers & good service in Philly? Your meal will be .20 cents if we aren't the best burger you've ever had! β Bareburger (@Bareburger) September 12, 2014
No word yet on if McCoy is a Bareburger guy.