I've been eating at Mad Mikes at their original location on Dixie Hwy since they opened. Â 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. Â The food is great--but the 3 stars is for the music. Â TOO LOUD. Â Bouncing off the tile floors and 15 foot (or more) metal molded ceilings. Â When I thought I could take some respite from it in the restroom, it was even louder, if you can imagine. Â So, stuck in a bathroom with cement and tile and REALLY LOUD CLASSIC ROCK. Â Just too much. Â
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!!!
Located in the old Graeter's building, Mad Mike's is a great alternative to dining at the Levee. Came here with a group of 8 plus a baby after catching a movie on a Sunday afternoon. Had no problems pushing a bunch of tables and chairs together. TV was on showing NFL playoffs. I had the Hawaii Five-o which was delicious. My husband got his burger on a pretzel bun for $.89 more. They also have beer available - draft, import, and domestic bottles.
Review Source:So I immediately loved the ginormous menu plastered on the wall for all to see. Â It gave an in-depth description of all of the burgers offered - including all ingredients, which is great for food-sensitive folks like myself. Â I also liked the self-serve fountain drinks - always a plus.
Moving on - it was very crowded during lunchtime, in fact, we waited at least 12 minutes for a table to open up. Â There isn't a lot of room or really seating, so I wouldn't recommend for a large group during lunch or dinner time. Â
The food... it was okay. Â I ordered the grilled cheese and cheesy bacon ranch fries. Â The fries were cooked perfectly, however, I was not impressed with the amount of ranch or bacon. Â The cheese was great - enough to get on each fry without causing them to become soggy. Â The bacon was chopped a little large, meaning I got five or six chunks, but not enough to cover my fries. Â And the ranch was almost non-existent. Â I think four fries (out of a nice-sized portion) had ranch. Â Bummer too because it was TASTY! Â I would have asked for more, but they were packed and moving a little slow. Â My grilled cheese was a bit soggy - not as grilled as I would have liked and there was a little too much cheese to make it super yummy.
I'd like to go back and try one of their famous burgers. Â Maybe a late lunch/early dinner so I can sit comfortably.
Hubby brought this back via a to-go order and everything was smokin' hot and fresh. I had the double bacon cheese somethin....one of the showcase burgers. Leave it to me to say sauce on the side, mustard, onion, pickle only. The beef is hands down the best in the city, burger wise....the buns are really good too. Fresh cut fries that are not remotely greasy (as a lot of fresh cut fries can be) these folks have their fryer turned up to the proper temp. Delicious , fresh ingredients all the way around. In the future I will opt for a normal burger vs. A 'special' as all the specials are doubles....and being big ass legit patties 2 can be a little too much for lighter appetites. But even with 2 they had the toppings perfectly juxtaposed. They do it right. Check these folks out!!!!
Review Source:Mad Mike's reminds me of  5 Guys...only better.  Their gourmet burger menu is enough to make your mouth water just from reading it alone.  I tried the Rockefeller burger and not only was I impressed with how juicy this burger was but WOW the burger was HUGE!!  Their idea of a small fry was plenty for my friend and I to share.  This place just might be my new favorite burger joint. YUM!!
Review Source:I went into Mad Mike's in Newport KY for the first time. Â Yeah it's just like a Five Guys...overpriced, no flavor and you receive it wrapped in foil which steams your bun till it's dough again. Â The foil also mask the fact that the bread is stale, which mine was. Â The price $9 to $10 with fries. Â Don't expect to get Swiss Cheese, it's not available. Â Arrogant employees that apparently think the burgers are great, man the grills and order stations. Â I took two bites out of my burger and proceeded to the trash. Â Â What a waste of money, Â I won't go there again. Â Try Hooters on Mondays for a 1/2 lb burger with fries for $5.99. Â Go to Jerzees on Thursdays for a 1/2 lb burger for $4.99. Â Â Don't forget the free parking at Jerzees and Hooters, you have to pay for parking at Mad Mike's. Â Maybe that's why it's called Mad Mike's, cause after you go there, you're mad cause you did.
Review Source:Mad Mikes a pleasant surprise. In the tradition of Fuddruckers and 5 Guys and a Fries but local. My wife had the Bacon Cheese burger I had the Hawaii Five 0 Â single cheese burger and bacon cheese fries.
Self serve fountain drinks with the made to order burgers. Our meals were cooked to perfection served hot and fresh. Over all the food was good. Diego was very helpful to these 2 over 50 customers. At $15 some including me might consider Mad Mikes a little pricey but hey this is the new reality of eating out. We will return.
Finally, a Mad Mike's closer to my work! Â If you've read my other Mad Mike's reviews, you'd know how much I love their burgers and fries. Â I make it to the Dixie Highway location whenever I need to get my fix. Â Luckily, I now have this Newport spot and there's even another Florence location! Â The food here is exactly the same as the original. Â The Rockefeller burger is just as awesome here, and the fries are just as addicting and plentiful. Â They now even offer pretzel and ciabatta buns, although they are 89 cents more. Â I had my Rockefeller on a pretzel bun, and it took it to a whole new level! Â I'll be getting more of those in the future, that's for sure. Â The prices of their burgers have gone up 50 cents each (at least 50 cents more than what their website lists). Â I'm not sure if that's for every location or just the Newport one. Â My pretzel-bun-laden Rockefeller, regular fries, and drink came out just over $12. Â It seems like a bit much, but the amount of food you get is insane, and it's all fresh and of the highest quality. Â Don't bother with a large fry, because the regular is enough for 2 people, or one fat guy like me. Â There is no parking lot, but there's a pay lot across the street, and a meter spot shouldn't be too hard to find unless it's a weekend evening. Â Come check this place out, the deliciousness awaits!
Review Source:Mad Mike's makes me happy. I don't know why Mike is Mad, maybe he should eat a burger and be happy. Maybe the "mad" is a crazy kind of mad, either way, Mike; eat a burger and chill out.
Ok. So this place is located near Newport on the Levee and while in somewhat direct competition with 5 Guys, MM's is a nice alternative with amenities that are not offered at 5 Guys. Â
The menu features a diverse array of burgers with toppings that are found at those well-known semi-gourmet burger restaurants but at a price that can't be beat, often around 7 bucks! What!?!
I had the Rockefeller and it had just enough blue cheese that my taste buds were doing back handsprings and wanting more. The 100% black angus beef burger was juicy and perfectly cooked. I can't wait to try out the other creations.
I forgot to ask if they can substitute a black bean or veggie burger for the beef.
Diego explained the burgers and cooked it as well. Nice guy.
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