On the way back from my relaxing weekend in East Texas, I could not resist the temptation to stop off at I-30 exit 70 and blog about Carl's Jr.
I just never find myself near one of the 3 local outlets (all are franchises located in Love's Travel Stops). I was full from a healthy (ahem) brunch - but had to sample some Carl's fare - for the good of the blog.
More after the jump:
You always crave what you can't have - this menu is refreshing just 'cause it's different. Above is the classic Six Dollar Burger ($4.79). I like it - nice char flavor, decent veggies, mustard, mayo & ketchup.
Next: the Guacamole Bacon Six Dollar Burger! This was REALLY good - Spicy Guac and a Sante Fe Sauce with real kick made me wish we had some of these in town. Got some Natural Cut Fries and the CrissCut variety. All in all, it's not quite as I remember the experience on the West Coast... but different from our local chains and satisfying. Of course, I couldn't eat all this - had a couple bites of eat and stuck the bag in the trunk for the rest of the trip home... the result was less than desirable! But, that was a fun diversion.
, it was paid for with Cold Hard Cash, and that's that.
Brad, I believe anyone can blog about fine dining, but it takes a real pro like yourself to remember what a good burger tastes like. Sounds like a great idea! Thanks!!
Posted by: foodczar | November 03, 2008 at 10:08 AM
If that's the Carl's at the Hwy 314 van exit, I always stop there when I visit the folks in Bullard. I'm a fan of the Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger.
Posted by: LeeDog | November 05, 2008 at 12:36 PM
now THIS is a real foodie!
Not scared of a little Carl's Jr
Posted by: Todd Reid | November 23, 2008 at 09:24 PM
Oh I see now, a Love's Truckstop. NNNNIIIIICCCCCEEEE!!!!!
I know how good those are!
Posted by: Todd Reid | November 23, 2008 at 09:26 PM
As always, nice pics. Especially like the blue sky behind the $6 burger.
Posted by: Marcus | November 23, 2008 at 10:45 PM