It's Burger Time, Morgan Hill!
Posted by Scott Morris on Fri, May 07, 2010 @ 03:46 PM
As a local business, I have a heart for local businesses. I'm not saying I'm perfect in supporting them, but I do make a concerted effort to eat locally, shop locally, and drink locally.
So, let me tell you about the experience I had yesterday at a hamburger joint here in Morgan Hill, CA. (You may know it as "the hill" or Mo-town...) In any case...burgers.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/bradleyb/tags/itsburgertime/I went to "It's Burger Time!" with a friend of mine, Daniel - who's a pastor at a local church (Harvest Church Morgan Hill). It was the second time I've been there (and now I am the mayor on Foursquare).
The ambiance is cool, but not overwhelming (a la Scrambl'z). It's a 50's diner theme - which works with burgers (but you knew that already, right?).
The first time I went to "It's Burger Time!" I had a milkshake. Unreal good! I had a basic vanilla, but it was fantastic... in fact at times I think about it when I get hungry. As a milkshake aficionado, I am telling you that you can feel good about heading to IBT - just for the shake.
The burgers are huge. No, seriously...huge! "Bigger than the bun" huge, capice? And they are good. You can get them anyway you want, but you'll probably want to try one of their specialty burgers. Here's a couple to whet your appitite:
- Guac Around the Clock - 1/2lb burger w/ fresh guacamole, cheddar cheese and special sauce. (Editor's note: I don't like anyone's sauce, and never order it. You're on your own to decide if it's any good...)
- Fly-in Hawaiian - 1/2lb Hawaiian burger with grilled pineapple, bacon, cheddar and sweet teriyaki sauce. (should fee a small family of 7)
- Becca's Bun less Burger - big patty on a ed of lettuce, special sauce. (So, I asked a couple questions about this one - Becca is just some lady who ordered her burger with no bun. The lettuce does not wrap around - it's more of a 'bed' - but you can get a couple big leaves to wrap if you want. Fork and knife provided)
I think it's fun that the Sr. & kids' meal is the same - so grandma is going to have to order a kid's burger. (deal with it)
They have a bunch of different kinds of fries - curly, wedged, etc... I thought they were really tasty...but that's a matter of taste. ;)
All in all, the food is great! It's not cheap, to be sure. But in this case, I think you get what you pay for...
Now, I also had a chance to meet the people. I met Crystal and Paula. Paula owns the place, makes executive decisions about naming the food, and manages a vigorous Facebook life. She hysterical in a "was she just kidding?" kind of way. If you can lighten up a bit, you'll love Paula.
Crystal is an engaging 19 year old that works the counter and knows the entire menu by memory. She's pretty patient, but take it from me - don't get lippy...she's got some fire to her. She's also got a great head on her shoulders and is really thoughtful and engaging.
I had a great time at "It's Burger Time," really appreciated getting to know "Bubbles" (aka Crystal, aka "Little C") and Grandma P (Paula), and liked the food. This is a great place that I hope is around for a long time.
As for me... It's Burger Time, Morgan Hill!
Check out the It's Burger Time Menu.