Galligaskins

Visited September 11, 2010

5817 Camp Bowie Blvd

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

817.377.0196

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Started in 1972 and still in the same location is often a great way to start a review. And for Galligaskins' this fact is both good and bad.

The good is that the food here is good. The menu has a ton of sub choices and even some salads for some of you none meaters. there is only 1 burger choice, though, so you will see a low score on the Menu rank below.

The bad is the decor. The same chairs and tables and paint seem to still be in use. While in some instances this might add great character, here it just feels dingy and old. In fact, one of our party got dripped on from the broken ceiling tiles over the table.

The burger is 1/2 lb (if you order it that way.) But what they actually mean is 2 1/4 lb patties stacked on top of each other. Not that this is bad, but if you like you burger cooked medium, you will never achieve that with a 1/4 lb patty. Served in a basket with red and white paper, the overall appearance is disappointing. The temperature was good, but as we feared, the meat was cooked well done. the bun, as you can see, is nothing special - just from a bag.

Since this is actually a sub place, the condiments were unique. For example, the pickles are actually the pickle relish they use on their cheese steak. This added a unique and different twist of flavor. Condiments are tomato, lettuce, onions, pickles and sweet cherry peppers. They do put a side of ketchup in the basket since its a burger for heaven's sake.

The fries are hand-cut and greasy. MBH opted for the tator tots which were delightful. A diet coke place that uses styrofoam cups. (Styrofoam is better for flavor in fountain drinks.)

Overall, this place will not make the Top 10 and if you want a Philly cheese steak, you should check this place out. It honestly is the best in Fort Worth. But if you want a burger, you can skip this one. Sorry to be negative to a locally owned business, but when it comes to beef, we have to be honest.  

Joining us for this Burger Saturday were Madeline's brother and sister (Brayden and Christine) and her "Moo" from Hot Springs, AR.  

Stats:


Locations: 1

Date Est: 1972


SCORE: (1-5)

Burger: 2 pickles

Sides: 3 pickles

Menu: 1 pickles

Character: 1 pickles

Service: 3 pickles

Price: $5 cheeseburger