Chubby Burger is a delightful burger joint that anyone looking for a scrumptious and budget-friendly meal should absolutely check out. Owned and run by passionate people who believe in making delicious burgers accessible to everyone, they’ve truly created a humble haven for burger enthusiasts.
At Chubby Burger, you’ll find a host of yummy burger options aimed to satisfy your craving without emptying your wallet. The commitment to affordability really comes to the front in every aspect of the menu, ensuring that we can all savour the delicious smash burger without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re looking for a classic single, double, or triple patty; a spicy burger with delicious relish; or a more adventurous burger with deep-fried confit pork cheek, Chubby Burger has something for you! Chubby Burger’s dedication to delivering quality and affordability is quickly earning it a reputation as a must-visit destination for a quick-fix burger, even though it only opened in May of 2023. The next time you’re in the mood for a tasty burger that won’t break the bank, make sure to swing by Chubby Burger near Taipei City Hall and enjoy a meal that’s as delicious as it is affordable.
But, what should you prioritize eating here?
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Chubby Burger opened in May 2023 and is all about making sure that the city workers around Taipei City Hall get fed with delicious burgers throughout the day. At the time of writing this, they only open until 7 p.m. on a Friday. On all other days, they will open until 3 p.m. and don’t open on Sundays. This may change in the future, but the ultimate goal is to ensure that Chubby remains a mainstay in the area, so taking an opening slow and steady will help to build that strong foundation that it is currently aimed at right now.
Inside you won’t find any chairs. There are 3 tables and one hatch-like window ledge that you can perch your elbows on. Remember, the goal here is a working lunch. So come and grab your lunch, perch up, enjoy, and then head back to the office. If you’re feeling that Friday feeling, then treat yourself to one of the beers that they have on offer, or even one of their boozy milkshakes.
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The Menu at Chubby Burger
6 burgers on the menu here at Chubby Burger, and I will make it my very happy mission to try them all for you at some point. But, for now, we ordered just 2.
Which would you go for, though?
While I was tempted, I refrained from the beer this time. But with 4 other burgers on the menu, there will undoubtedly be another time!
Don't expect a thick pink patty here. If that's what you're looking for, then I'd recommend trying out Butcher by Lanpengyou or Sheep + Pony. Here at Chubby Burger, you're going to get a smashed patty that is smashed down, allowing it to both cook quickly and also take on those crunchy edges as the beef caramelizes at the sides - delicious!
I was just as excited for my smash burger as I was for this deep-fried confit pork cheek burger that I could see being assembled. 2 chunks of pork are deep-fried until reaching golden perfect, placed on top of a lettuce-lined burger bun, dressed with red onions, pineapple, and Chubby Burger BBQ sauce, then the top bun is added to complete the dish.
The Order
I sometimes find it difficult to not eat my food before taking pictures. I mean, there are times when you just have to eat while it's hot to truly appreciate it. I quickly took pictures here, checked over to see if they were good enough, and then unceremoniously got messy with my burger.
Taiwan Chubby
Pork cheek has been slowly confited here, breaded, then deep-fried. The result is an unbelievably juicy and succulent chunk of pork that effortlessly breaks apart and melts in your mouth with the crunch of the bread-crumb.
That Chubby Burger BBQ sauce you see on top? Top notch. Tangy, smokey, and full of flavour.
It may not be your typical order at a burger restaurant, but that's what makes Chubby Burger so great - they offer this amazing food at an incredibly affordable price as a great variation on the classic burger!
As good as that looks, believe me when I say it tasted even better. The acidity of the pineapple cuts through the richness of the deep-fried confit pork really nicely, and the smokey BBQ sauce helps to carry everything together really well. The toasted bun helps to maintain the fluffy bread really nicely without it becoming soggy or too greasy. I am a big fan of this burger, and I will find it really hard not to re-order when I come back for the rest of the menu.
Hot City Chubby
I was in the mood for some spice, so I had to hit up the Hot City Chubby. Jalapenos, mustard, and hot Chubby ketchup are put on top of a cheeseburger dressed with sweet fried onions.
When you go to a fast food chain like McDonalds you will often see something that looks fairly similar to this (apart from the bun - McD's buns are terrible!), but it tastes nowhere near as good as it looks when you bite down into it. This is absolutely not true of the Hot City Chubby.
As you bite down into the wonderfully fluffy bun, you'll bite into the hot Chubby ketchup, then you'll get hit with the sour spiciness of the pickled jalapenos, the sweet fried onions, and then you'll get into the cheddar cheese-covered patty. That patty has been smashed down thin so it is cooked quickly yet remains juicy in the middle, with those caramelized bits of beef clinging on the outside.
The result is this wonderfully classic meal, at a fraction of the cost of other places around Taipei. High-quality ingredients, humble servings, and a delicious end product.
Cajun Fries
No place like this would be complete without tasting their fries. These are the cajun fries, which are liberally doused with their cajun seasoning and crammed into the cup. Salty, mildly spicy, fragrant, crunchy, and delicious. You get great value for money with these delicious fries, without the grease that you can sometimes get from thin-cut fries like these.
Milkshake & Lemonade
So they have non-alcoholic milkshakes, and then for $20, you can liven up your lunch with a dash of alcohol. Of course, it would be rude not to, right?
We opted for their boozey chocolate milkshake and their lemonade. The milkshake was a milk chocolate milkshake with a dash of chocolate liquor sloshed in for good measure. It was tasty, but not so alcoholic as you'd be cautioned if you went back to the office. They use plenty of ice cream in the milkshake so it really hit the spot on the warm day that we found ourselves there for with thick, cold ice cream sneaking into your straw.
The lemonade was delightfully refreshing, with plenty of lemon flavour and a good bit of mint to add even more refreshing flavours to the mix. I strongly recommend this highly refreshing lemonade.
Fried (Apple) Pie
Their menu also includes a delightful treat known as the fried pie. Contrasting against the traditional apple pie, this pocket-sized dessert offers a unique twist with its crispy, golden exterior and warm, gooey apple sauce-like filling. The deep-frying process adds an irresistible crunch to each bite with layers of crispy pastry encasing a delectable combination of textures. If you're in the mood for a quick fix of apple pie, then this could be a good option for you.
The bottom line
Is it worth it? Chubby are quickly making a name for themselves for their immensely affordable dishes. There aren't many places throughout the city where you can get such a high-quality, quick lunch for this price.
What is the best dish? The best dish that we tried this time has to be the Taiwan chubby - that deep-fried confit pork cheek. The quality of the ingredients as well as the execution of the dish to allow a great balance of flavours was right on the money.
Are there other places like this? For smash burgers in Taipei, I'd confidently say that this is about as good as it gets. However, if you want a top-quality burger with a bit more thickness on the meat, then Butcher by Lanpengyou or Sheep + Pony could be a place to go and check out.
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※ This article is a collaborative article with Chubby Burger.