I am not a huge fan of the Standard American Diet (SAD for short). One of its mainstays, the burger, has always mystified me. I just don't get it. Out of all possibilities, a burger is the last thing I am likely to order in a restaurant. \r
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So when Grease opened on Clematis Street, I wasn't interested. Grease is an upscale restaurant and bar that is dedicated almost solely to the burger. The name bothered me, too. Honestly, food that is greasy is the opposite of good.\r
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But, since I have friends who like burgers, I have been to Grease a few times since it opened. In fact, I was there just last week. There are a few non-burger items on the menu, but each time I have been there I've gone with the signature product - the burger.\r
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It turns out that a good burger is a great thing. Eating at Grease has taught me this. On the menu are a few specialty burgers, and the opportunity to craft your own burger with the toppings of your choice.\r
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Although I am also not a fan of fries, onion rings are another matter entirely. The onion rings at Grease are wonderful, although last week they were sadly a little greasier than usual.\r
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Grease has a fully stocked bar, friendly staff and a great atmosphere. It is perfect place to meet friends after work, or to sit at the bar and watch a game. Its dark lighting makes it romantic, but I wouldn't choose it for a first date because the burgers are too big and juicy to eat neatly.\r
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Grease is not a place to "grab a quick burger." Grease is a place to savor and appreciate the American institution that is the burger.\r
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