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Tim's Tavern may have the reputation and Bartley's Burger Cottage may have the history, but R.F. O'Sullivan's Pub in Somerville is the best-kept burger secret around. This is your basic neighborhood pub: a three-sided bar, neon lighting that's a bit too bright, cheap Sam Adams drafts, and local sports teams on TV. But it just so happens to make a burger that rivals your back-yard best or restaurant favorite. These burgers are monsters, well over two inches thick, and it takes a concerted effort just to fit one into your mouth. They take 20 minutes to cook -- no joke. And the folks at O'Sullivan's are absolutely not afraid to cook their meat (sirloin, thank you) rare, medium rare, or however you request it.
Best local burger joint
No wonder there's an O'Sullivan's burger cult. Makes perfect sense when you think about it: well-seasoned beef plus moderate prices and a no-bullshit atmosphere equals the best burger source in town.
R.F. O'Sullivan's Pub, 282 Beacon Street, Somerville, (617) 492-7773.