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photography courtesy of harrah's las vegas (burger); courtesy of block 16 hospitality (lbs) Guide devour great buns FROM DRIVE-THRU TO WALK-UP TO DINE-IN, THESE BURGER BASTIONS FLIP THE VERY BEST. by Xichelle MoNtes BLT Burger T he brainchild of acclaimed chef Laurent Tourondel, BLT Burger's menu options include lamb tandoori, veggie falafels, and turkey burgers. After the savory sides and 100 percent-certified Angus beef burgers, indulge in signature desserts such as Krispy Kreme doughnut bread pudding with rum raisin ice cream. The Mirage Hotel & Casino, 702-792-7888; bltburger.com Bottles & Burgers K ick back at this 1950s-inspired burger joint with an old-fashioned ice cream bar and soda fountain, the newest venture from the Double Helix Wine & Restaurant Group. Sink your teeth into a classic burger, paired with a handmade shake or malt. Tivoli Village, 702-431-5453; tivolivillagelv.com Burger Bar F or posh diners eager to satisfy their inner carnivore, Hubert Keller's "ultimate burger experience" offers the Rossini—a succulent fusion of Kobe beef, sautéed foie gras, and shaved truffles. For dessert? A cheese- cake burger on a glazed doughnut bun, of course. The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, 702-632-9364; mandalaybay. com/dining Five Guys W ith more than 250,000 possible ways to order a burger, it's no wonder this casual joint has fans 128 vegasMagaziNe.coM lining up out the doors. The East Coast favorite's endless list of free toppings includes classic A.1. Steak Sauce and jalapeño peppers. Three locations; fiveguys.com Holsteins Shakes and Buns T he food at Holsteins brings a homegrown flavor to Las Vegas with its organic, eclectic menu, packed with natural, homemade snacks and "bam-boozled" alcoholic shakes (try the Drunken Monkey). Make the Gold Standard your first pick for its delicious fusion of dry-aged beef sirloin, smoked bacon, and aged goat cheddar cheese. The Cosmopolitan, 702-698- 7940; holsteinslv.com I Love Burgers F oodies with a soft spot for anything involving burger buns, cheese, and everything in- between can't go wrong at I Love Burgers. Enjoy the alcoholic milkshakes or the popular I Love Bacon, a blend of ground sirloin and applewood-smoked bacon topped with smoked Gouda. The Shoppes at The Palazzo, 702-242-2747; Town Square, 702-675-7800; iloveburgers.com In-N-Out Burger T his family-owned West Coast burger joint long ago reached cult status. Simple and fresh, it boasts only a handful of menu items, such as hand-cut French fries and real ice cream milkshakes. Go for the off-the-menu favorite Animal KGB's BBQ bacon burger with applewood bacon, lettuce, homemade BBQ sauce, smoked Gouda, and onions on an onion roll Style, a worth-it mess of secret sauce, cheese, and grilled onions. 10 locations; in-n-out.com KGB: Kerry's Gourmet Burgers C FLIPPING elebrity chef Kerry Simon is known for his rock 'n' roll flair, and KGB is no exception. Choose from masterpieces both kitschy (Thanksgiving Turkey Burger) and creative (the Burger Cobb salad). And don't miss the sweet potato tots and waffle-fry nachos. Harrah's Las Vegas, 702-369- 5065; harrahslasvegas.com LBS W ith a roadhouse-chic rustic interior, this cozy spot has the look of a Texas saloon and a wide selection of American fare. We recommend The Perfect Burger, with its delectable fusion of Gruyere cheese, herb mayo, smoked bacon, and exclusive LBS burger sauce. Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, 702-835-9393; lbsburger.com Le Burger Brasserie L e Burger Brasserie is a French interpretation of an American classic. Its signature dish, a sirloin masterpiece at $777, is a mouth- watering burger made from Kobe beef and Maine lobster topped with caramelized onions, imported Brie, crispy prosciutto, and aged balsamic vinegar served with a bottle of Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne. Paris Las Vegas, 702-946-4346; parislasvegas.com/casinos V OUT We grilled billy richardson of block 16 hospitality's lbs on burger basics. What burger cravings do people have right now? as soon as it starts to get nice out, people want a fantastic grilled burger. the classic "back to the basics" has great quality beef and buns, and very little else. What do you offer burger fans ditching the drive- thru for gourmet? Quality ingredients. We use steroid- and hormone-free beef, organic greens, and natural produce. What meats are becoming popular? bison—grass-fed and hormone-free.