I went along with my friend Alison after a long Monday, to try out Gourmet Burger and their very extensive burger menu.

The range and options available are extremely varied and exciting. Your burger comes dressed with trimmings galore and the ample choices to choose from would make your head spin.

Gourmet Burger in Ballsbridge is in a prime location and is extremely popular with office workers in the immediate area. What struck me when I entered it, was the soft lighting and the lovely relaxed ambience, nothing is too stark.

There are lots of different variations to choose from the burger menu. They are all home-made and the ingredients used are fresh and exciting. The beef burgers are made from 100% organic Irish beef.

For just under €10, the burger you desire is really worth every cent. Both Alison and I chose the chilli burgers. One was the ‘holy moly’. The chilli wasn’t too overpowering on the palate, and when the burgers arrived they were dressed with salad, swiss melted cheese, tomatoes, crème fraiche.

Along with my spicy burger which was made with raw chillies running through it, we both ordered a side of rosemary fries. These chips were scrumptious. The roasted rosemary was sprinkled over the large cut chunks of potato. I was in heaven, as was my pal.

It’s not just beef that’s on the menu– lamb, chicken and venison is also on offer. There are approximately three vegetables offered alongside each burger, and all the delicious sauces are home-made. There are options for vegetarians and children, plus simple side orders of salad or chips.

The ‘Old Timer’ is the most popular burger on the menu, so my waiter informed me. It consists of a burger cooked to your own preference and is served with melted cheese, mushrooms and bacon.

There’s an extensive wine list, and the sweets are light and refreshing. The chocolate and berry crumble was divine.

The menu is so varied and extensive that you will be spoiled for choice. I reckon I will try the Old Timer on my next visit.

Real Gourmet Burger, Sweepstakes Centre, Ballsbridge. Telephone: 66700440