On the other hand, the line was long and tiresome. They really need to keep things moving faster. They should allow people to order first and then sit and wait for their orders. Their current set up invites chaos and when the novelty of a new burger joint by Spike wears out I don’t see people continuing to wait in such conditions.

Overall, I was very impressed. I hope they work their kinks out and get things moving. This place has serious potential!! Bling Bling for Spike!!

The second time I went, there was a line to the end of the block. I wasn’t going to make the same mistake twice, so I left for another of the several restaurants on Penn. In an effort to try to get a grasp on why everybody is so crazy about this place I went back this afternoon to get a “handspun milkshake.” As I approached the door, a man who is apparently the restaurant’s bouncer stopped me to tell me that they were closed. This, in the middle of the afternoon. I assured the bouncer that I had money and was willing to spend it. Alas, money apparently is of no concern here as they turned me away, informing me that they’re closed for two hours every afternoon.

I could understand that if this was a sit-down restaurant – and note, I’m not even saying it has to be a fine dining restaurant, rather, just a sit-down one. I fail to understand the wisdom of closing a cheeseburger stand on one of the most well-traveled streets in Washington, D.C. for two hours every afternoon, leaving eager tourists the options of your competitors on everyside.

I’m not eager to head back.

Also, I love Sriracha and love dipping fries in mayo. I’m going to go bake some fries and make my own right now. Thanks for the late night snack idea!

Also, I would like to try the onion rings…yesterday. They sound great, even if some breading fell off. It is nearly impossible to find a good onion ring.

Did they have coffee shakes? Way more appealing than strawberry, IMHO.