I like burgers, but McDonalds and Burger King just doesn't cut it for me. The patties are too thin, the lettuce is of questionable freshness, and I actually can't even recall the last time I had a burger at either fast food joint.
Triple O's, though, is a different story. Originating from Canada, Triple O's has opened up quite a few outlets ever since it arrived in HK a few years ago. I still remember my very first burger there at the supermarket in Pacific Place years back. I was young then, and was accustomed to cheeseburgers and fish burgers at McDonalds, so this Triple O's burger was like a breath of fresh air.
My favorite burger from Triple O's actually isn't on their regular menu - it's the Prime Shrimp Burger, and it's a limited item that's only out once in a while. You'll know when it is, because there will be a plaque displayed quite prominently at the cashier. Having shrimp instead of the traditional beef patty in a burger is a little strange, no doubt, but it's actually not bad at all. It kind of tastes like shrimp tempura in a burger, and the shrimp is beautifully breaded. Now, this is my kind of burger! I also like the mushroom burger here - they're pretty generous with the mushrooms and they go really well with the patty.
The poutine here also deserves a special mention - the combination of beef sauce and cheese with fries magically tastes so much better than just fries itself! I find the portion a little big for one person so I usually share with a friend.
Granted, Triple O's isn't the cheapest fast food place out there - but compare it to the likes of McDonalds and Burger King - the burgers are bigger and the ingredients are fresher, so it's well worth the price to me! read more