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    Son of a Bun

    4.4 (70 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Allison P.

    My partner and I stopped in here for lunch during a day trip to Cork. We were craving good fries and needed something hearty, so burgers and fries it was. We got here shortly after they opened and there were already three tables full and more filled up by the time we placed our orders. We each got a brownie milkshake. I got the stack burger and my partner got the SOB burger and we split some fries. The milkshake were...weird? They tasted like they had onion ring batter in them - something we both concluded separately until I voiced it and my partner agreed. They were also fairly watery and not very thick. Maybe milkshakes are different in the states, but this one was just odd. I couldn't stop drinking it because I just couldn't understand it. The burgers and fries were all good. The burgers were juicy and had just the right proportion of toppings to meat and bun. The fries were crispy and fluffy, just how I like them. The bathrooms are down a flight of stairs and around a corner. Two private stalls. The toilet paper in the stall I used was a brand new roll and hadn't been fed through the dispenser before it was closed and locked, so I had to fight with it for a good five minutes before I could get enough toilet paper to do my business. Our server was friendly and attentive. He took our orders quickly and we got our food pretty fast. It took a bit to get the bill but by that point they were pretty busy so it's understandable. Overall this was a decent burger place. I wouldn't recommend the milkshakes since ours were so weird, but the rest was enjoyable.

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    Kim H.

    Ok. Where do we start?! This place was effing delicious. After a long day, we wanted good food and had little expectations. Son of the Bun is modern and lively, the place was full when we arrived around 8pm. Our servers were all so nice and we loved their shirts that all had puns like, "Girls just want to have Bun", "Bun DMC", "Bun in a million". We ordered a the chicken and waffle burger, and the bbq onion rings burger. Both were absolutely amazing, mouth-watering good. We ordered the skinny fries on the side and asked for the chipotle mayo. Their local beer was Franciscan Red and I ordered a Pimm's (which is like a strawberry/orange sangria), both also delicious. The decor was also new and modern, and we really liked their music and energy overall. Unfortunately, we did not save room for dessert and hope to make it back someday. For more recommendations and tips from our Ireland trip... Follow @vanmblin

    Ashley E.

    Very good food. Everyone loved the burgers. Chicken strips were cut well and breaded well, just need more flavor. Add some salt and you're golden. Mac & cheese was fantastic. Nice drinks. Overall good atmosphere, but a bit stuffy and hot inside. Excellent service.

    Son of a Bun.  "The One" burger, onion bites, battered paneer cheese, and iced green tea.
    John S.

    Four of us were on the Paddywagon tour of Cork, Ireland. The bus driver highly recommended lunch at Son of a Bun. He raved about the burgers there. We walked ten minutes from our drop off and found the restaurant and menu. Their motto is, "Flippin' good burgers." By the way, they have one of the coolest business cards I've ever seen, please view attached photos. Inside, it's hipster sheikh and the waiters have a friendly, energetic vibe. Our waiter happily brought us whatever we requested, including extra ice and lemon. I ordered "The One" burger for 11 euros. It's a six ounce patty with crispy fried sweet red peppers, white onion, streaky bacon (marbled with fat), sautéed mushrooms, double American cheese and sriracha mayo. The burger comes with a side of home cut (with potato peel) or skinny fries, seasoned in rosemary sea salt upon request. I got the home fries without sea salt. I also ordered the onion bites, which were deep fried, perfectly battered pieces of onion. To drink, I got hot green tea, which I quickly Americanized, hence the aforementioned ice. Let me just say, the portions are extremely generous. The burger entered my top five list, probably due to the juicy, delicious Irish beef. To quote their menu, "The meat for our burgers is sourced locally from West Cork and is 100% pure aged Aberdeen Angus beef. All our beef is minced on-site daily..." All the burger toppings perfectly complemented the taste, with those fried red peppers adding the perfect hint of delicate sweetness. A shiny, beautiful buttery brown brioche bun (hence the name of the restaurant) topped this magnificent burger. The fries and onion bites were some of the best I've ever had. My only tiny complaint would have been the green tea, it was too light and watery and could have used another tea bag. All four of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The moral of the story is: wherever you are, listen to your tour guide. I just wished we had a Son of a Bun in New Mexico.

    The one

    This place is a MUST. Best burger I've ever had in my life. It was absolutely massive. The burgers don't come with chips or a side, but they are so big and filling you don't need them. I would recommend sharing a side because we made the mistake of each ordering chips (fries) and did not finish them. I got the "The One". Crispy red peppers, bacon, cheese, and sirracha mayo. Seriously a 11/10.

    Son of a Bun, Cork. Great, Great Burgers, Ale, Mac-N-Cheese, and Fries.
    James M.

    Son of a Bun, Cork. Great, Great Burgers. Our group of four tried the Black Burger (€10.50), the Veggie Burger (€9.50), the S.O.B Burger (€11.00), and the Mc-Burger-Of-The-Month (€11.00). Best Burgers We Have Had In Europe, Bar None. Great, Great Burgers. The sides were also excellent. I had a pint of Draft Franciscan Chieftain Ale (€5.95), two Mac-N-Cheese (€5.50, and one with Bacon (€7.00), Skinny Fries (€4.00), and S.O.B. Slaw (€4.00). Tons of excellent food, great drink, great service (Thank You, Becky W.), comfortable setting, clean toilets. A superior dinning experience. Five Stars, and I Wish I Could Give Son of a Bun more.

    Melissa D.

    What a cute establishment! Nice energy and clean. Modern feel. Delicious burger options with several choices for the spicy at heart.

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    My favorite burgers in the world! Great food, great service, great place! Quality in everything they do. A must when in Cork

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    2 years ago

    Very fresh food staff is really lovely overall had a very nice vibe off the restaurant would highly recommend if in cork.

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    2 years ago

    Burgers are excellent and so was the service. Lots of atmosphere and everyone was so friendly. So glad we found it!

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    3 years ago

    Son of a gun the best thing you can eat on a bun right here!

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    Amazing food. Great staff. Very clean and very welcoming. Would highly recommend this place.

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    3 years ago

    Service was good and food was served quickly. Would come again if in the area. Was not very busy for midday on a Monday.

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    4 years ago

    Good food and drinks, excellent service all a at a fair price. Will gladly eat here again.

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    6 years ago

    They are amazing restaurant,with very professional staff members.If you are visiting Cork this place must be on you bucket list.

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    Best burger place I've ever been to! Burgers were amazing. 4 of us got different burgers and they were all great. Friendly staff.

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    6 years ago

    It was my favourite burger in Cork. I've been there a few times and it's always awesome.

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    7 years ago

    Great burgers- great price! Also a wonderful assortment of beers on tap. Great environment enjoyed by all!

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    And if you don't eat meat and do t like mushrooms they also offer a falafel burger and you can substitute that on any of the menu choices.

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