First Burger, Son

Louis Lunch is a burger joint located at 263 Crown Street, New Haven, Connecticut, that claims to be the birthplace of the hamburger. There is a slight catch for some lovers of traditional American cuisine; NO KETCHUP ALLOWED! No Heinz, Hunt's, store brand or catsup is allowed in this restaurant because they say that the burger is so good that it doesn’t need it. According to wikipedia Louis Lassen worked as a butter dealer prior to opening Louis Luncheon. The store was established in 1895 and has been in operation ever since.

I have lived in New Haven for all of my 18 years, and the first time I tasted a Louis Lunch hamburger was last year. When I bought a $5.00 hamburger from Louis Luncheon it was worth it because it lived up to its hype. You can try and compare a cheeseburger from McDonald's, Wendy’s or Burger King, but they all shadow by camparison to the OB (original burger) Louis Lunch. Louis's burgers are so amazing that those from fast food restaurants need condiments, such as ketchup and mustard. Come visit Louis Lunch to get the great sensation taste of the burger.