Charlie’s Hamburgers

Says LaBan: “‘Less is more’ has always been the mantra at Charlie’s Hamburgers, the Delco throwback to slider comfort that dates to 1935. A series of relocations over its history have not dimmed its appeal. Yes, its most recent move, six years ago, to a generic Folsom strip mall erased any traces of nostalgic ambiance. But Charlie’s pretty little patties have transcended it all, lovingly roasted by veteran cooks to order in doubles, loosely packed and almost crumbing at the edges inside the softness of griddle-crisped buns. They come in simple signature combos where the seemingly smallest variations can completely change the character of the burger. All of them are under $6 a piece, which is pretty much a miracle for the magnitude of satisfaction they bring.”