Another Serious Burger Discussion
Maple & Motor crowned the best burger joint in Dallas and among the top 25 in U.S.
Not content to let Eater hog the burger spotlight, Zagat just released its list of the Best Burgers in 25 American Cities. One Dallas joint made the cut: Maple & Motor.
Based on Zagat scores compiled by actual eaters, the list looked at 25 cities and picked the highest-ranking burger on a 30-point scale. Maple & Motor took top honors in Dallas, with scores of 25, 14 and 19 in food, décor and service, respectively. Diners described M&M as “the coolest burger joint around” and mentioned “tater tots that make you think you’re back in elementary school.”
Austin also made the list with Hopdoddy’s Burger Bar on South Congress — awarded scores of 25, 20 and 17 — noted for its “juicy, flavorful patties on freshly baked buns.” Of course, Dallas has its own Hopdoddy’s in Preston Center now. So Austin, listen. You’re nothing special.
Both Maple & Motor and Hopdoddy's were noted for long waits, which is usually a pretty good indication that people like the food.
Between M&M, Hopdoddy's and Off-Site Kitchen — which was named the ninth hottest hamburger in America by Eater — it's a good time to be a burger lover in Dallas.
Of course, M&M owner Jack Perkins isn’t resting just on his burger laurels. This spring, he will open a new barbecue spot called Slow Bone near the Design District.