When hubby and I hopped on a first-class flight to Boston, Massachusetts, our only thought was -- we could not WAIT to try Wahlburgers -- the famous restaurant owned by the Wahlburg Family -- Mark, Alma, Paul, and Donny.
Stephen and I are huge fans of their show on A&E, so we decided that one thing we could cross off our bucket list was an anniversary trip there. What we discovered was literally amazing.
My First Experience in a Wahlburgers Restaurant
You know how some restaurants get this hyped up vibe of what they taste like, and then when you get there, you are completely and totally let down? Yeah -- that did not happen at all.
Stephen and I parked in the strip mall parking lot and walked from the back parking lot to the front of the store. As a lover of the show Wahlburgers, I was pretty much geeking out that we were actually here.
It was so surreal that I was standing in front of the famous Wahlburgers Restaurant, about to embark on my first burger from here. I had heard so much from online reviews, friends, and family who had tried some of the other chains. I am not going to lie. My expectations were HIGH!
The Restaurant Atmosphere
When you walk in, you are immediately greeted by the employees. Everyone was SO friendly and willing to help you decide the best place to sit, and the best option of food for you.
I was so glad it was not super busy because I wanted to take my time and take in every little thing about this place. One thing that I really loved is that the entire left side of the restaurant is dedicated to service workers. When they come in, they get waited on hand and foot, according to the bartender.
What other restaurant do you know that will do that?
The Food
Okay -- so now let's talk about the food. Holy Moly is all I can really say. When I was looking at the menu, I wanted every single thing on it.
After looking at the menu forever, I decided on the Our Burger (Paulie's favorite), and Stephen got the double-decker.
The first bite of our burgers, and I swear, my jaw locked because the flavors were excellent. It was juicy and so full of flavor.
You could definitely tell it was a housemade -- with fresh pickles, tomato slices, and more. The in-house-made mustard is top of the line, in my opinion.
We also got a couple of sides on the menu. Stephen wanted to try the Mac and Cheese with Smoked Bacon on top.
Every bite was creamy and delicious. Trust me. You will want to get this if you go and visit Wahlburgers. It is a MUST-HAVE treat.
I also got an order of their onion strings.
Oh my goodness, y'all. If you love onion strings, get this side. The basket was huge! I ate a lot of it, but could not finish them all. The outer crust was crispy, and those onions were cooked to perfection.
The food was so good here that Stephen and I made 2 visits to Wahlburgers that day. That evening, we chose to get the Double Dogs and topped them with the house-made mustard.
The all-beef dogs are absolutely delicious, but the best part? That toasted buttered hot dog bun. It melted in my mouth when I took a bite.
I wish I could fly to Boston every week just to have another taste of Wahlburgers.
Don't Forget Your Souvenir
Before you leave the restaurant, be sure to grab your souvenir. For me, I bought a Wahlburgers beanie since it was 10 degrees outside.
Seriously, though -- the restaurant holds up to the potential. All the talk you hear about their delicious food? It is totally true.
The prices are a bit higher than a normal burger joint, but the experience of eating there and possibly getting a chance to meet Paul Wahlberg himself is worth every single penny.
Have you ever eaten at a Wahlburgers restaurant? What was your favorite thing to eat?
Whalburgers is the best! When I first heard that the Wahlberg's were opening up a burger joint, I was like, "Yeah, yeah. It's just another celebrity trying something new. Big deal." I was so wrong. Whalburger's makes the best burgers EVER.
That was what I said as well. Then I ate there and I was like -- Okay -- now I get it! You are right. Best burgers ever.
That looks like a great place to eat!!! The food is mouthwatering! I have been to Wahlburgers at the Toronto airport! It was so good! I had a Thanksgiving burger. BEST BURGER EVER!
That is my next burger to try for sure!
Those onion rings are so mouthwatering, and the burger looks so juicy and delicious! I have to have my fill of all this deliciousness at Wahlburgs if and when the travel bug takes me to Massachusetts.
The burger was the juiciest burger I have ever put in my mouth!
I have not heard of Wahlburgers, although, when in Boston I will definitely try them out. The burgers look yummy not to forget the mac and cheese and onion strings oh and the double dogs on the butter toasted bun. I would also like an orange creamsicle float.
They have the restaurants all around now, so be sure and check and see if one is available the next time you are traveling.
What an awesome experience and the food looks delicious! If there are two things in life I can not turn down, it would definitely be burgers and the Wahlberg brothers.
Same here! I kept my eyes peeled for Donny and Mark 🙂 but they were not around.
We've always said if we ever make it up that way, that's one place we'd like to visit. We love visiting places we've seen on TV!
Same here Scott, which is why we went there. They were floored that we flew all the way from KY JUST to eat there!
Talk about a great place to eat while you're in Boston! Love the look of the entire restaurant, it's cozy and it's awesome that they have dedicated an area for service workers.
Yes! They even have a fire pit outside where you can enjoy eating on the veranda.
Oh wow I never knew this place existed but it looks lovely, the whole design is really eye catching and clean. I am a vegetarian so not sure if there is much for me on the menu but it still looks like a lovely place and I am glad you had the best time.
I think they have a veggie burger there -- gluten free and vegetarian options.
What a fun and great experience you had. Looks like a great place to visit. I'll definitely go here one day with my family.
It was. Be sure to check when you travel somewhere because they are everywhere now!
The onion strings looks delicious. I have never had one like that before. Will remember this when we visit Massachusets.
They were my favorite part. Perfection!
I've heard such great things about this restaurant. Every review I've seen has been a positive one.
Exactly and then after eating there, I can totally see why.
The food looks great. The atmosphere is excellent. Great that the customer service is top notch as well.
Exactly what I said too. The customer service is on point!
I would love to swing by there! I need to go to New England again.
I am hoping we can go back when it is warmer as I want to take a tour to one of the lighthouses.
These burgers look like the real deal. I love the novelty of this place.
They were simply amazing. The best burger I have ever had. Seriously
Oh my goodness, that looks soooo good. I wish we had one here so I could try this!
They are everywhere now so look them up the next time you travel somewhere. It is so so good!
I am dying to try them out. They brought one to Florida I think. I all looks so tasty!
Yes there is one in Florida. You have to go try it!
I've actually never been to a Wahlburgers, but I would love to try one. I love that they cater to service workers and make them feel special when they dine. Makes me want to support the restaurant even more.
I know. When I found that out I was like -- that is SO awesome. They have restaurants all over now and in a lot of airports so be on the lookout for it!
I would certainly visit that restaurant if we go to Massachusettes and I am going to grab me a beanie too. That beanie is cute!
I know right? I just had to have that beanie!
I have never been there, but seeing that menu makes me want to go. Those burgers sound good.