I’ve never been passionate about veggie burgers the same way people are passionate about their meaty counterparts. I eat them. Occasionally I enjoy them. But generally, I find them bland. Last night, though, everything changed. I was introduced to the puy lentil burger at Gourmet Burger Kitchen.

The burger was a piping hot, large green patty on a perfectly toasted sesame seed bun, which absolutely blew me away. I could actually taste the veggie patty, and it was delicious, didn’t fall apart and had an even consistency. The curry flavor wasn’t overpowering, but it was distinct and worked wonderfully with the tomatoey relish it was topped off with.

I’m sure the other vegetarian options are fine--there are a few portobello burger options, and there’s a falafel option as well--and I probably will try them eventually, but this veggie burger alone is worth going back for.

I also had some fries, which were also super hot. And we had a mayo chili dipping sauce, which was good, though I hear their mayo garlic sauce is even better. I hear their meaty burgers are winners, too.