I am positive that there has been many an argument over where you can find the "best burger in town." A burger is more than just beef on a bun. It has many levels and can really pack a flavorful punch when cooked just right. My vote for the best burger on the North Fork is at The Red Rooster Bistro in Cutchogue.
Tonight my grandmother (a.k.a. Mema) joined me for dinner at The Red Rooster. We had wanted to go together for a long time and finally had the chance. I had visited just after they opened about a year ago and truly enjoyed it. The decor is a lovely country cottage style. The walls are mauve and rose colored with vibrant dishes mounted on them around the dining room. There is also an eclectic collection of rooster china on each table. The welcoming warmth definitely adds to the relaxing ambiance.
Mema ordered the meatloaf, which was a delicious homestyle meal. It was seasoned just right, had a hard boiled egg in the center and was topped with a rich brown sauce. Served with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, it proved to be a very hearty, down-home dinner with generous portions.
I ordered the Red Rooster Burger, which is one of their specialties and what an amazing burger it is! This juicy 12-ounce consists of both beef and bison meat. It is stuffed with just enough bleu cheese and bacon to add their flavor to each bite while still tasting the burger itself. The Rooster Burger is seasoned lightly and cooked to perfection then topped with a slice of pepper jack cheese. In addition, they grill onion slices and give you a tomato on the side along with thinly cut crispy french fries. This is a "must try" for everyone!
This evening was actually my second time dining here and the second time eating this particular burger. Both were exactly the same almost a year apart and evoked the same excited response from me. That kind of consistency deserves the mention.
I paired this heavenly dinner with Wolffer Vineyard's Cabernet Franc 2006, which complemented it fantastically. The wine was medium-bodied, fruity on the nose and peppery on the finish. It improved with each bite of the rich and cheesy meat.
For the time being, the Red Rooster Burger sits atop my "best burger in town" list. Hungry for a burger yet? I hope so.
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