Date Visited: October 13, 2023
Location: Little Italy
BurgerTours Rating: 7.55
| Taste | Messiness | Price | Venue | Pluses |
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| Awesome | Messy | $11-$15 | Fast Food | Veggie, Gluten Free |
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Drew's Review
Welcome back to another edition of BurgerTours, your number-one source for the best-tasting burgers in Toronto!
For this one, we take you to Odd Burger. We visited the College Street location shortly before 6pm the warm atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting, and the few diners inside created a cozy yet vibrant ambiance. The modern decor and friendly staff added to the welcoming environment, making it a place you'd want to spend time enjoying a meal.
Their menu immediately caught my attention with its inventive take on classic fast-food burgers.
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| The Famous Burger/Photo by Andrew Hockridge |
I opted for the Famous Burger, a vegan interpretation of the iconic Big Mac. The attention to detail in crafting this plant-based masterpiece was evident in the house-made patty, featuring a blend of wheat and soy protein, flax seeds, onions, nutritional yeast, and a special seasoning mix. The layers of flavour were further enhanced by the sesame bun, white onions, chopped lettuce, dairy-free cheddar cheeze slice, and pickles, all topped with their house-made secret sauce. The Famous Burger lived up to its name, offering a satisfying combination of textures and tastes reminiscent of the traditional Big Mac. The patty had a hearty and flavorful profile, complemented by the creamy sauce and crunchy vegetables.
The attention to quality and commitment to using minimally processed, sustainable ingredients resonated with Odd Burger's mission statement. Odd Burger's mission to disrupt the fast-food industry with plant-based, scratch-made, and sustainable offerings aligns with the growing demand for ethical and environmentally conscious dining. With 11 locations across Canada and expansion plans, Odd Burger is making strides in promoting a more sustainable and compassionate approach to fast food.
However, as with any dining experience, there can be unexpected moments. In my case, while attempting to insert a straw into a plastic cup, I accidentally spilled soda all over the table. The staff promptly provided a rag, and though it was a bit awkward, we eventually changed tables. Despite this small mishap, it didn't overshadow the overall positive experience.
Overall, my experience at Odd Burger was fantastic, despite a minor hiccup. The friendly staff and inviting atmosphere contributed to a positive dining experience. The Famous Burger was a highlight, showcasing the creativity and dedication of Odd Burger to providing delicious plant-based options. I would highly recommend it to anyone, vegan or not.
8.1/10
Mark's Review
For this burger tour, we are again going vegan! We pay a visit to Odd Burger in downtown Toronto for another delicious and healthy vegan experience. These type of joints are becoming more and more popular nowadays, as people are looking for an alternate and feel good way to eat a burger. And to be quite honest, I stand by it!
Upon entering I was immediately taken to a McDonald’s restaurant seeing the self serve ordering kiosk by the cashier. Selecting my order was a no brainer. Browsing through the menu, my eyes shifted to the Vopper.
The Vopper is a smashed plant based patty and smoked bacon topped with cheddar cheese, pickles, tomato, and lettuce.
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| The Vopper/Photo by Mark Avila |
Taking the first bite, my expectations was that it would taste like a Whopper. And to my surprise, the flavour was very similar. Mind you that I haven’t tasted a Whopper in years, but I can never get the sweet and smoky flavour profile out of my mouth. The Vopper, on the other hand, was a lighter version but tasted just as good. At first, I was little thrown off by the plant based patty, but the more bites took the better it tasted. I wish there was more of the smokiness that I remember from the original Whopper, but overall the burger was alright. Nothing extraordinary, it was neither good or bad.
Odd Burger is another great vegan alternative burger joint to venture in to, but compared to others we’ve visited I’d say it wasn’t the best. The Vopper was a nice spin off to the classic Whopper, and as much as I enjoyed this burger I found there was something missing that really hindered the flavour of the burger. Yes, this is a plant based burger but I’m sure they could’ve done more to enhance the original Whopper flavour profile into this burger.
7/10
