"You’ll pass by Three-Star Michelin restaurant Smyth before descending the stairs to sister spot The Loyalist, where comfortable booths and a long stretch of bar help to usher in familiar fare with an elevated twist (think pickled beet deviled eggs and a lobster chopped salad). And then, of course, there are the burgers—three of them (each complete with frites). The OG Cheeseburger is the one that’s become a city-wide fast favorite—a single patty that packs umami with onion four ways (griddled, butter, mayo, pickled), plus cucumber pickles aboard a toasted sesame bun. The French Smash brings its own personality, with garlic Dijonnaise, cornichons for crunch, and escargot butter—for a just-sweet-enough je ne sais quois. And traditionalists will do well by the Classic Smash, a smash burger with minced onion, cucumber pickles, and American cheese. Spring for them all for an animated discussion between bites—but save room for dessert (the Baba au Rhum and Tarte au Chocolat are calling your name.)"
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