Here's City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler dropping some food judgment.
Friends were raving about the hamburger at the newly opened Yukon Pizza. Chef Justin Ford, who helms the Yukon Outpost within the space, was allegedly putting out one of the most addictive burgers in the city. Immediately, a debate ensued about how impossible, and possibly inappropriate, it is for a place known for its sourdough-crust pies like the Wise Guy (basil, mozzarella, N.Y. sauce, roasted peppers and onions, sausage, provolone) to do great burgers, too. Next step — check it out.
Yukon Pizza nestles in a renovated downtown space near the notorious dive bar Huntridge Tavern. Eavesdropping from the indoor seating reveals the Smashburger has become a major draw. Here are the basics: a super-seasoned patty (or two for the double), cheese, house-made pickles, caramelized onions, and Ford’s Burger Sauce (rich and sassy, it’s akin to, but distinct from, the classic In-N-Out condiment). The thinner, slightly sweet bun absorbs the natural juices without breaking apart. Some days, chef Ford will offer a special version, the "Yukon Ho!," with Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce, bacon, and onion rings.
(Not a meat eater? There are vegetarian and vegan options, too.)
So, does this Smashburger settle the debate over whether a pizza joint can have a great burger? To this lawyer's taste buds, the verdict is “delicious as charged.” It's my go-to lunchtime delight. Every bite is a mix of satisfaction and profound sadness that you're closer to being done.
A fistful of delicious! (Yukon Pizza)
