Esker Grove

“No crazy bells and whistles” was chef T.J. Rawitzer’s framework when crafting a (lunch-only) burger for the Walker Art Center’s stylish restaurant. It starts with a classic milk-enriched, house-baked bun that’s buttered and toasted to grilled cheese-like perfection. The meat hails from Peterson Craftsman Meats, a top-shelf local supplier, and it’s cured overnight before being formed into thick patties that cook in their own juices on a flat-top grill. Excellent pickles, too, along with chopped iceberg lettuce, grainy mustard and two slices of salty American cheese. House-made potato chips sub for fries.