The Butcher Block Cafe

Walking in to The Butcher Block Cafe on 38th & Brighton would be the last thing on your mind when passing by. Everything abut its low-key truck stop demeanor tells you to go somewhere else. Well, being the adventurous type I am, I occasionally will walk in to about anyplace in hopes of finding a hidden dining treasure. The only treasures here are the ones for sale along the walls of the place. Yep, at the Butcher Block Cafe you can get yourself a burger and shop the garage sale scattered about on different shelves. Truly an experience.

The signature Block Buster Burger comes with a large 1/2 pound burger sitting on a 6 inch bun toped with lettuce, tomato and onion. Along side comes a healthy portion of fries. For $6.50 you are getting a meal but don't expect a colorful experience like you get on the walls of garage sale items. The burger is average to good but a bit too much bun for the meat to handle. You should go for the double 1/4 pounder instead so you can get a smaller bun. The slightly under cooked fries are thin cut and pale. A bit too mushy for my taste.

The special of the day was meatloaf in brown gravy served with the soup of the day. The Bean soup was good for a diner but resembled a bowl of refried beans. The meatloaf was about what you get in a Swanson dinner, average and meant to fill your belly.

Supposedly known for their great cinnamon rolls, it had to be experienced. Served warm with a heart-stopping amount of melted butter it was an impressive looking roll. A bite in to it reveals the texture of cake and the taste of banana bread. Not the most memorable experience but not a terrible treat.

If you happen to be passing by and in the mood for a burger and a yard sale, stop in and take a look at the sale selection. If you are looking for a hidden treasure of a great burger, drive elsewhere.