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Darlings, I don’t know about you, but one of my biggest weaknesses is a good ‘ole juicy burger. So, you can only imagine my delight when I came across the Great Burger Company in Illovo. My boyfriend, Nik, and I recently popped in for dinner and we left feeling more than satisfied!
The Great Burger Company, more affectionately known as GBC, is a fabulous burger joint situated in Douglasdale, Edenvale, and now Illovo, too. They offer an extensive menu that boasts drool-worthy items like sandwiches, hotdogs, burgers, social eats and milkshakes. If you like, you can also choose to design your own burger … it’s a great option for all the fussy eaters out there (like me!).
From the minute Nik and I arrived at the Illovo restaurant, we felt right at home. It’s an inviting and comfortable spot that’s been designed to give an American diner-like feel. The funky light fixtures and trendy open-plan space only amplify the laidback ambiance. It was packed when we got there at around 7pm, but our friendly waitress quickly organised us a table upstairs on the deck.
The deck is pretty cool … overlooking the always-busy Oxford Road, it’s a great spot to sit if you enjoy watching the hustle and bustle of the city. Inside, it’s a bit quieter and more spacious.
To start, Nik and I decided to order a number of finger foods to share, including the jalapeno poppers, fried halloumi, sesame seed chicken strips and bacon cheese fries. Everything was absolutely delicious, but let me tell you … those bacon cheese fries are especially addictive!
Then, for mains, I designed my own chicken burger with mozzarella, grilled mushrooms, sundried tomato, and fresh avocado. Nik went for a lamb burger topped with fried halloumi, peppadews, jalapenos, grilled mushrooms and fresh avocado. Our burgers came out quickly, and they were out of this world … not only were they huge but they were super-fresh and amazingly tasty, too!
All in all, we both had a fabulous time at GBC Illovo. The vibe was great, the service was quick and friendly, and the food was fantastic. They’re really reasonably priced, so I’d say that GBC is a perfect spot to grab some quality grub without breaking the bank. In actual fact, I reckon they make some of the best burgers in Joburg … I’ll certainly be back for further indulgence!
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