Mad Mike's Burgers & Fries

I've been eating at Mad Mikes at their original location on Dixie Hwy since they opened.  I was happy to see another Mad Mike's open close to my office.

Last night, we wanted burgers--so, my mom, little one and I headed to Mad Mike's in Newport after a little shopping at Rookwood.  The food is great--but the 3 stars is for the music.  TOO LOUD.  Bouncing off the tile floors and 15 foot (or more) metal molded ceilings.  When I thought I could take some respite from it in the restroom, it was even louder, if you can imagine.  So, stuck in a bathroom with cement and tile and REALLY LOUD CLASSIC ROCK.  Just too much.  

I'll be back, but they need to turn down the tunes--as much as it pains someone under 40 to say that, it's the truth.

The tasty burger train keeps on rolling.

Make Mike's opened up a second location in Newport near the Levee a while back and it does not disappoint.

Mike himself can be found behind the grill many days and is very entertaining to listen to as he dishes out some of the best burgers this side of the river.

Lately I've been more into their hotdogs though. Two of these giant-style dogs are more than enough to sate your hungry stomach with their flavorful goodness.

Throw in that this location also serves beer and you've got a great spot to start before hitting the Levee's clubs. They're also open late night so stop there when the party is over too.

I moved from NY and was looking for good burgers. i had satisfied my hamburger craving with 5 guys. mad mike def beat five guys, better buns and fries for sure. mad mikes became my one of 3 my favorite burgers. one is in and out from CA and another one is kosher burger in wynn hotel in vegas aaaand mad mikes.
I make regural visits there and all the people that i introduced loved it.
i highly recommend!!!