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Corner Bistro
TV host and producer Andy Cohen says Corner Bistro (pictured above) has the best burger in NYC.Rachel Askinasi/Insider
  • On January 9, Andy Cohen posted a photo of Corner Bistro.

  • The bar has the best burger in New York City.

  • I think the cheeseburger and fries are different than any other I have had in the city.

Corner Bistro was named the best burger in NYC by Andy Cohen.

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Andy Cohen on set of his late-night show, "Watch What Happens Live."Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images

Cohen, who sits at the helm of all things Bravo TV, often shares his takes on the goings-on of New Yorkers, especially in his West Village neighborhood.

He posted a picture of himself and his son eating lunch at Corner Bistro, a pub-style restaurant and bar on the corner of Jane St. and West 4th St.

Cohen said taking Ben out for lunch is a joy.

I made my way to the West Village to eat lunch because of the recommendation from the king ofBravo.

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It was a gorgeous day in the city.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Corner Bistro is located in the West Village. Other notable restaurants, bars, and places to shop are its neighbors.

I love the atmosphere at this pub and the burgers. I think that food tastes better after a few drinks and when eaten with good company, no matter what I eat. I went to Corner Bistro for the purpose of journalism, sober and alone, after having eaten there several times before.

The pub has a neon sign and is hard to miss.

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The restaurant is situated on the corner of the block, just as its name suggests.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Corner Bistro is on the corner of West 4th St. and Jane St., so hungry pedestrians can see it.

The first time I went, the clear marking brought me in.

I knew I wanted to sit outside on a warm spring day. I had to go inside to place my order.

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Inside, the pub has a cozy feel with large windows letting in light.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Corner Bistro has a cozy pub vibe. When I think of a pub, I think of a dark place, but not here. The windows are large and open to the sun.

There are felt letter boards between the liquor shelves and the ceiling that hold the menu.

A friendly bartender came over to take my order and I went with a classic cheeseburger cooked medium rare for $12.75, because most of the people already had food or drinks in front of them.

I picked my seat outside.

My food came out on paper plates and I was excited to try it.

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The food at Corner Bistro is always served on sturdy paper plates.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Your food will come out on paper plates regardless of where you sit. Depending on what you want, this can be a positive, a negative, or a neutral attribute. It is neutral for me, but it is not ideal when considering the fact that they are single-use. I think it adds to the backyard vibe of the burger, and it keeps everything very casual.

It was time to eat after taking too many photos of the piled-high mini plates.

Even before I took the photos, I ate a couple of fries.

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I love fries, and these aren't my favorite.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

They are fries and I am human. I could not resist that fresh-out-of-the-fryer goodness.

The spuds were not hot, which took away from the experience of eating fresh fries. Despite not being hot, I was impressed with the way they were.

The shoestring-style potatoes are soft inside and have a textured exterior. They are not as smooth as McDonald's fries, but they are not as flaky as the fries from Checkers.

The fries arrived unsalted, which is something I think is notable. It didn't bother me at all because I added a bit of sauce and it kept me from finishing the whole plate myself. If you enjoy a salted fry, then you will want to order them with salt or do it yourself.

I would not come to Corner Bistro just to get my french fry fix, but I would also not order a burger without a side of them.

I was ready for the burger.

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You can see how crisp and delicious the ingredients look.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

I saw it was beautiful when I spun the plate around. There was a shiny bun, a beautiful piece of lettuce, a bright red tomato slice, two slices of cheese, and bright white rings of raw onion. I wish I had asked for more crinkle-cut chips on the side.

The juices from the meat were oozing out of the paper plate and the bottom bun before I had a chance to eat it. I was prepared for the messy eating experience.

The burger is simple and delicious.

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The patty was massive.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

This patty is large. The one I was served was around two inches thick. I couldn't take a clean bite of the entire sandwich at once, so I alternated between the bottom half and the top half, flipping the burger in between bites.

I expected my burger to be pink in the center because I ordered it rare.

The lettuce and tomato were both very crisp and refreshing, which I thought offered a good balance to the rich meat and cheese.

I liked the rings of onion between the patty and the bottom bun. The crunch added texture to the lettuce and tomato, which made them taste better.

The more I ate this meal fell apart.

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I had to pause and put my hair up.Rachel Askinasi/Insider

The burger is messy. In my opinion, there is no way around it. It wouldn't fix that if it were cut in half or quarters. Food should be clean and neat. I would recommend starting with getting it out of the way if you are someone who is constantly pushing hair out of your face. I had to wash my hands and put my hair up.

The patty slid a bit between the buns and the topping, but it didn&t fall apart to the extent of me having to use a fork and knife. I had just veggies between the remaining bun pieces as the meat slid to the front and I finished it before everything else.

The slippery effect happens when the ratio of meat to bun is not 2:1. I think the 2:1 ratio works in the burger's favor.

I thought the messiness added to the feeling of the burger being a backyard barbecue.

As I paid my tab and walked out, I reflected on why I agree with Cohen that this burger has a special place in the lineup of NYC's finest.

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Until next time, Corner Bistro!Rachel Askinasi/Insider

Corner Bistro is cash only, so if you don't carry cash, they have an ATM for you.

I came to the conclusion that this burger has a unique appeal that is hard to find in this city, as I was paying and taking in the scenes of the pub.

It is not a fancy burger. It is not covered in rare cheese or topped with gold flakes. This burger is a contender for the best in NYC because it transports you to someone's backyard or a football stadium parking lot. It is imperfect and simple, but there is something very delicious about it that is unlike any other burger I have ordered.

I am not close to having tried every burger in the city, so I will not say this is the best. I keep coming back to it, whether I need a bite to eat between bar hopping or on a day when I just want a backyard burger.

Corner Bistro, you are just as sober as I thought you were.

Andy Cohen did not reply to the request for comment.

The original article can be found on Insider.

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