Keller's was the last stop on my DFW burger tour at the end of September. When I read about them in Hamburger America, I'll have to say they were high on my list of prospects, just based on the restaurant itself. When I pulled up, my expectations were met - this place was a true drive-in. There was no "inside" at all. Pull up under one of the awnings and turn on your blinkers when you're ready to order, (per the sign on the front)
So I turned my blinker on and a young lady walked up and took my order. I went with a basic cheeseburger. While I waited, I watched the people around me. The funniest thing was this guy next to me in a pickup. He pulled up, about 3:30, and when the hop came up, he ordered a longneck. Then he drank it. Then he left. Who in the world drives up to a restaurant at 3:30 on a Tuesday, orders a beer, drinks it and then leaves? The guy that parked next to me, that's who.
So the food shows up, on a tray wrapped in wax. Looks incredibly promising. I open it with bated breath and what do I find?
The worst burger I ate this summer. The meat was thin and tasteless, the bun was nothing but seeds. I was bummed, but then I took one more look at the outside seating and it made my heart smile, just a little.
20 years ago, you used to be able to get a great burger at Keller's along with your 6 pack. Keller's also owns Jakes, a mini-chain in Dallas, where you're supposed to be able to get a good burger. Locals say the one on McKinney Ave is the best. But I doubt it's as good as Maple and Motor.
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