Ever thought of going around the burger joints in Iloilo in search for the best burger in town? If you have, then you're in luck because we've already done it for you and saved you from ingesting a whole lot of calories. If you haven't, then you should probably read this post to find out why you should be thinking about it. The first shop we visited was Glor's Burger, one of the oldest and most recognized burger joints. We reviewed their burgers only as a reference and decided not to include them in the final rankings.

GLOR'S BURGERS


One of the older burger joints in the city, Glor's Burgers' recipe hasn't changed since 1974 using all-natural ingredients. The burger patties are made fresh daily with no MSG, and yes, no oil either. There's no added fat here, just pure grilled beef goodness. They offer an array of burgers which range from Php 25 to Php 60 and if you add 3 bucks more, you get all the works- tomatoes, lettuce and onions. So if your looking for grilled, affordable, and not to mention, healthy burgers, why not pay them a visit? They're located at Cor. Ledesma-Valeria St.


Big Glor's


Vince: I like this burger, but not that much that it will make me go back there every week. Its like the double burger minus one layer and the cheese does not compliment that patty. It was too dry for my taste. But its really cheap, the all natural ingredients and all that history you're gonna buy, and its really worth it.

Angie: This burger has 2 patties on top of each other, but unlike Jollibee's double-pattied-burgers, they're thinner, less greasy, and, of course, has a lot more flavor. I like this one better than the other 2 from Glor's since they're not too heavy for the stomach but still big enough to satisfy your craving.

Marcos: It's very affordable and crave satisfying but by putting the two patties on top of each other, it made the burger a bit dry. If I we're in Glor's, I would probably buy their other burgers instead of Big Glor's. This aside, I got to hand it down to Glor's for offering great burgers in such a cheap package.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 3.25
Patty Brutality: 3.25
Burger Madness: 3
Visual Impact: 4


Double Burger


Vince: Now, this is a must-have when you go to Glor's. I'm a patty freak and this burger satisfies my patty tooth dead on. Coupled with grilled buns and minus the cheese, this burger will make you buy another one just after you savored it. And maybe one more...

Angie: I can definitely compare this to a double-decker bus, there's more space for everything. Now ain't that better? Yes, if you believe in the philosophy that bigger is better. But it has the same sized patties as Big Glors, only there's bread between them, and they sure do have the same flavor only without the cheese. Personally, I'd rather go for the cheese than bread. But it's up to you since they just cost about the same.

Marcos: The thin slice of bread seperating the two patties made all the difference and made the burger less dry. You can appreciate the great tasting patty better without the unpleasant dryness.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 3.25
Patty Brutality: 4
Burger Madness: 3
Visual Impact: 3.25

Deluxe Burger


Vince: This is the most expensive burger that Glor's has to offer. But even though its their flagship burger, it fails to satisfy my taste. Don't get me wrong, the patty is big, but not quite that tasty compared to the double burger.

Angie: To me, its missing something I can't quite put my finger on. Basically, they have the same ingredients as Big Glors, only with a single but bigger patty but there's just more flavor on

Marcos: It looks like it has all the ingredients of the Big Glors and the form of the Double Burger but as Angie and Vince said, it doesn't taste as good as the two. Still cheap though, and it woudn't hurt the bank if you try one.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 3
Patty Brutality: 4.25
Burger Madness: 3
Visual Impact: 3


TERRAZA GRILL

Terraza Grill, formerly named as American Legacy, is located in the La Terraza wing of Marymart Mall. People have come to know this shop for their tasty burgers. Terraza Grill serves an assortment of burgers, which cost from around P60 to P100+

AL Burger


Vince: This burger can be compared to a 2005 Honda Civic. Its not a bad car but after a drive, there's nothing to write about. It tastes good but not that good. Just not enough.

Angie: I'm not really sure if the patties are grilled. It just doesn't have that slightly smoked/burned taste I'm looking for. Maybe that's a good thing in your book, but for me, it just doesn't have that oomph that sets it apart from fried patties. The veggies taste well though.

Marcos: It's an okay tasting burger. A fitting snack after roaming around the city or just lazing the afternoon away. I find this burger quite "generic" so if you want to eat a better tasting burger, Terraza Grill still has a lot of burgers to choose from in their menu.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 4.25
Deliciousness: 4
Patty Brutality: 3
Burger Madness: 3
Visual Impact: 3

Bacon Beef Burger



Vince: Maybe they should rename this as Bacon Sandwich with a patty. I don't taste the patty on this burger, its all bacon. It overpowers the patty too much and this is not a sandwich review.

Angie: I don't care what Vince says, I'm a bacon kind of gal, so i absolutely love this one. To me, bacon always adds a lot of flavor and even if it overpowers the patty, the beefy goodness is still, slightly, there. Just order the AL burger if you don't want bacon.

Marcos: If you don't want your beef to be empowered by bacon then this is not the burger for you but if you're a bacon kind of gal (or guy), then this could just do the trick.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 4.25
Deliciousness: 4.25
Patty Brutality: 3
Burger Madness: 4
Visual Impact: 3.75


Perri Todd's Burger


Perri Todd's burger is a recent discovery for us, we first knew about it from the Flavours of Iloilo Blog. They started their business as a take-out joint but now, they are renovating their space to give customers a "dine in" experience. Perri Todd's is fast gaining popularity in Iloilo for serving delicious food in oversized rations. If would like to check them out, they are located along Cuartero Street in Jaro, in front of the Jaro I National Elementary School. Their regular grilled burger costs P100 only and if you want addons, they have all sorts available like blue cheese, mushrooms, extra patty etc...

Vince: Filipinos are like Americans. Bigger is always better. But not for me. This may feed 10 anorexics but it just misses out on the patty flavor by just a bit. The sauce and the bun (they bake their own buns) are excellent, but like the new Toyota Hilux, its f#cking ugly. The patty is not as big as the buns and people who don't like onions beware. But its not all bad, it certainly has the most bang for the buck.

Angie: I agree. It definitely has the most bang for the buck. Even if you share it with a friend, it still leaves you more than just satisfied. I'm a healthy eater (actually, I eat a lot more, compared to most girls) and I would definitely return here, without even the slightest hint of hesitation. Even the vegies here are grande-sized. Plus, the burger's sauce gives it a unique flavor that will certainly satisfy your appetite. And, hey, it even taste and looks better (maybe, even bigger) if its for dine in. i swaer, once you've tasted this burger, you're hooked for life.

Marcos: The burger is really worth buying, for just P100 you get this monstrous burger that tastes great. This burger has everything and if it were only up to me, I'd give this burger "the crown" any day because it is so sulit. If you want to give Perri Todd's a try, I suggest you eat at their joint and not as take-out because it tastes better and is more presentable.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 4.75
Patty Brutality: 4
Burger Madness: 4
Visual Impact: 4.25

Be in the watch for the second installment of the search for the Takeout-Burger King in Iloilo!

Shellsyd Burger

Shellsyd is a resto-bar located beside the Shell Gas Station along Diversion Road. The place is "native/tribal" inspired and the ambiance is very laid back.

Vince: I hate this burger. Its too expensive, and looks like a sandwich which an elephant just stepped on. It doesn't taste good either, you cant taste the patty and the bread is loaded with sugar that after eating one bite you instantly get diabetic. You don't get what you pay for. I'll never eat this burger, ever... And I really mean it. Eat at your own demise. And also bring some Insulin, you may need it...

Angie: I heard a lot about this burger but, unfortunately, it failed to meet my expectations. It didn't even look very appetizing because it was so fat. More like a pie or a sandwich rather than a burger. The bread was also sweeter compared to usual burger buns, plus it drowns the the meaty flavor. It may be mondo-huge, there's definitely not enough bang for your buck here.

Marcos: We tried this burger after testimonials from friends that it was infamously big. The size indeed made us excited after seeing it for the first time. The taste on the other hand was totally disappointing. The bread was sweet and the patty was uber loaded in fats, I felt lightheaded after only a few bites.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 2
Deliciousness: 1.75
Patty Brutality: 1
Burger Madness: 2.75
Visual Impact: 1.75

Afrique's Burger

Afrique's is a well known restaurant in Iloilo with branches at Jaro Market, Gen. Hughes Avenue, and Hotel del Rio. Since they primarily serve Italian foods, we became quite curious after knowing that they also serve burgers.

Floyd's Burger

Floyd's is located on the second floor of The Atrium Mall in Bonifacio Drive.

Vince: This burger is a sheep in wolf's clothing. They advertise that its grilled but its really not. Its too greasy and it will raise your blood pressure in an instant. Even though its el chepo, you still dont get what you pay for. And even though the place looks decent, its litered with as#h#le waiters. It really pissed me off that the waiters are so disrespectful to the customer who just orders one burger! That f#cker can't wait for us to go away. Imagine that... The nerve. He thinks He's a big fish, but hes just a f#cking parasite. And yes, this affected my judgment of the burger. Ill be back there with decent clothes and slap my moolah in their arse. F#ckers. You're service s#cks dawg, I suggest you pick out your waiters well.

Angie: I too don't like how the waiters treated us but even if they treated us quite well, this wouldn't change my opinion about their burger. The burgers may be el-cheapo, but their also ordinary, and greasy.

Marcos: It's really cheap and if I wanted to down an extra hundred calories and grams of fat, then I'd buy this burger.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 3.25
Deliciousness: 1.25
Patty Brutality: .75
Burger Madness: 1
Visual Impact: 1.75

Crave Burger

Crave is a restaurant located in Smallville, Iloilo's nightlife center. The main restaurant is located in what used to be the old flow and they have a smaller space, kind of like a burger stand, beside Blue Jay Coffee.

Marcos: Definitely the best tasting patty among all the burgers we've tried. It's just so soft and juicy that it will make your taste buds thank you for giving them such a treat. Even though it's relatively expensive, it's so worth it. The only negative comment I have is the long time waiting for your order to get served.

Angie: The best tasting and thickest patty in the bunch. It somewhat expensive but once you've tasted the patty it wouldn't matter, it's just oozing with flavor and meaty-goodness. Its the next best thing for me, but only on the account that I prefer my burgers with more ingredients just to give it a unique flavor.

Vince: Now this is the Holy Grail of burgers here in Iloilo! Coupled with a patty that can make the local McDonald's quarter pounder look like a regular burger, it decimates the competition. Its f#cking awesome. Pure patty goodness without the greasy taste. Even though its really expensive, its really a good buy. Its like the new Ford Ranger... A no apologies truck that muscles its way though the rough stuff. It may not be as big as the other trucks but as some people might say, it not about the size, its how you use it. And with this burger, you cant go wrong... Its not about the size of the burger, its about the thickness and taste of the patty.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 4.75
Patty Brutality: 4.5
Burger Madness: 4
Visual Impact: 4.25

Mang Inasal Burger

Mang Inasal is a rapidly growing fast food chain. It has spread across the islands of the country - from Visayas to Mindanao. Their prime product, is of course, their inasal (grilled chicken) but for curiosity sake, we thought of giving their "Pinoy burger" a try.

Vince: This is a no pretensions burger. It doesn't say that its grilled, yup no lies here. Its actually named the Pinoy Burger. So as expected, its going to be greasy, small and bloody cheap. Its the el cheapo of all the el cheapo's. You get what you pay for with this burger. Its doesn't taste good, but with Php 25, you can't really expect more.

Angie: It may be greasy but maybe this is what it give it a Pinoy kick, which makes it unique. Its taste may not be extraordinary, but it does give justice to its price. I'll definetly choose it over the burgers in the same price range.

Marcos: It's cheap but it doesn't taste very good. If I'm broke then that's the time I'd probably give Mang Inasal's burger another try.

The Verdict
Cost Factor: 5
Deliciousness: 2.75
Patty Brutality: 1.75
Burger Madness: 1.75
Visual Impact: 1.75

The Food Rivalries blog was created to guide both foreign and local food lovers in their search for the ultimate palate delight. This blog mainly features local restaurants found in Western Visayas, Philippines.

Contributors of Food Rivalries


Marcos
I'm not a voracious eater but I enjoy good food. I would usually try anything even weird exotic foods as long as they do not move inside my mouth. I like eating seafoods the most because they are fun to eat. My other hobbies include blogging, photography, traveling, and web design. To learn more about me, you can check out my personal website at Ambot-ah.


Angie
I'm a foodie down right to the bones. I probably have a sweet-tooth the size of a bear's molars and an appetite like that of an elephant's. I'd probably eat anything but I'm a little picky when it comes to vegetables. To me, food can make everything more exciting, that's why I'm willing to spend hard-earned cash on food. I also try to be a objective s possible but I believe that good food should always be reasonably priced. They should be worth what you pay for, not just the taste but the serving size as well.What's the point n making the flavor incredible, if you can finish the entire meal i just a bite? I'm currently experimenting on sandwiches, coffee and deserts.


Vince
I'm a real pain in the ass when it comes to food. I eat a lot, and I'll give almost anything a try. I really like food with lots of flavors but not that overpowering. I'm a critic at heart, if I hate that thing, I'll find more ways to hate it. But if I like something, I shut my pie hole at first and yap about its goodness later. Also, I like really big servings of food and I want to spend a whole lot for something that's worth every penny. I can also be tactless and can be easily disappointed. What's the point of never counting the calories and dying to live? Its because I'm not so fond of living and I'm not some lug who was bullied at school with a big L on the forehead and strives for perfection because of insecurities in their pitiful life.