Abby's Burgers 'n' Beers

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The burgers are NOT better at Hungry Jacks. But I will say I recently experienced what Marshall and Ted from hit TV series How I Met Your Mother describe as a 'burgasm', the best burger in town. It wasn't from a restaurant with a red door, it wasn't from the chicken shop but it was from new local restaurant "Abby's Burgers and Beers". Owner, Abby, welcomes in guests with open arms - literally. Larger than life he sells his burgers in a convincing and unexpected manner. He doesn't brag about the high quality beef or the zesty special burger sauce; but he asks how your day has been, why you are there tonight and what he can do to make your meal, at his restaurant, an unforgettable experience. 

The competitive nature of local companies has meant the focus of marketing strategy has changed from a personal and friendly manner to one of efficiency and productivity. Burgers and Beers was refreshingly personal. It felt like I was at a restaurant I had been at a thousand times before, and having a relationship with the owners and manages gives customers a sense of privilege - a marketing strategy long forgotten in modern consumer relations. 

The burgers were actually very amazing, but what stood out most was that the whole experience, from the moment we walked in to when we paid the bill - it was special. It wasn't a large restaurant and it may not have won a thousand big awards (although the special burger sauce probably deserves an award) but restaurant dining should be about more than just the food and at this place it definitely is! 

Address: 2/235 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives, NSW 2075

Contact: 02 9488 8888

Food Styles and Specialities: Lunch, Dinner and Late

Access: Easy access parking lot around the back of the shops. 

let's mango!

Let's mango!... or tango, with each of the unique atmospheres, services and products that we mingle with as we hop from one cafe or restaurant to the next in our local areas. Through this blog a group of us will be providing you with information from each of our individual experiences at cafes and restaurants that we visit.

I am Nicole from the cafe exploring team so hello! Here is a little about myself...

I have a passion for food, particularly eating it but sometimes cooking it (although I'm not very good). I have a HUGE sweet tooth but also value healthy meals due to my extensive participation in sport like soccer and touch football. I currently study at university, work as an infants soccer coach and am a youth leader for year 9 girls at church. Amidst all these activities that keep me very busy I love to kick back and enjoy some food and conversation in one of the many relaxing cafes and restaurants on the Central Coast. 

Hi I'm Emily from the cafe exploring team! I love a good food blog, as I frequently check out most cafes and eateries online before I visit them. Food blogs and social media have really helped consumers make informed decisions about establishments before they visit and help them weed out the bad food and bad service! On a typical weekend, I'll usually visit two or three cafes for breakfast or brunch - my favourite meals! I try to experiment a little and rarely get the same thing twice, to get a good feel of a place and what it has to offer.

Our other cafe exploring friends Brendan and Michael both have a diverse and exciting range of interests and are from different areas around the Sydney region and are also keen to share with you our array of experiences. 

Don't forget that it takes two to tango, us and YOU! So join us on our food-loving adventures and enjoy! (: