4 Charles Prime Rib

"Like a hidden speakeasy in a Village townhouse, 4 Charles from Brendan Sodikoff — the Chicago restaurateur behind Gilt Bar, Bavette’s, and Au Cheval — is hard to get into. And while it’s touted for its steaks, the burger is no slouch: The double wagyu cheeseburger comes with American cheese, pickles, and onions with its rendition of Marie Rose sauce, that’s also available with an egg or bacon. It starts at $38.99." - Robert Sietsema, Melissa McCart, Emma Orlow

"Chicago restaurateur Brendan Sodikoff — best known for the renowned burger from Au Cheval opened 4 Charles Prime Rib in 2016; years later, it’s still a magnet for the meat-and-potatoes set, here for its clubby vibes and three variations on prime rib: English cut, Chicago cut, and a whopping king cut. Or if you’re a real baller, the limited gorgonzola-aged prime rib. Good luck getting a table." - Eater Staff

"The Show: 10oz Double Wagyu Cheeseburger  At 4 Charles Prime Rib, they top their burgers with a fried egg and a thick slice of bacon, cut it at your table, and make sure you get a good photo for your soon-to-be viral video. How did an egg yolk gain such a cult following? And does it actually make the burger taste any better? In our opinion, no. A 4 Charles Burger minus the egg tastes just as rich, and far less messy. However you order your burger at this West Village tough reservation, it arrives at your table with a knife protruding from it. Your white-gloved server will cut it, even into fourths if you want—and you might want: with all the trappings, it costs $51. The presentation is certainly not revolutionary, but it does make you feel well pampered. " - willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, sonal shah, will hartman

"Verdict: We’d like to be eating at 4 Charles Prime Rib right now. Unfortunately, this small, subterranean West Village spot somehow hasn’t become any easier to get into since it opened in 2016. Try to get a seat here. We believe in you, and we think you should start your meal with a burger before moving onto creamed spinach and prime rib." - bryan kim

"4 Charles is from the people behind Au Cheval, and the $38 burger here—cut tableside by a white-gloved server—is similarly fantastic. Like the burger at Au Cheval, the one at 4 Charles has tons of cheese, and two wagyu patties seared on the outside but still juicy inside. This small West Village spot looks like a rich uncle’s cigar room, and it’s nearly impossible to get a reservation before 11pm. If you know someone “important” like an ex-President who can get in anywhere, it’s time to call in a favor." - will hartman, bryan kim, neha talreja, willa moore, kenny yang