Brewburger’s

“Where everybody knows your name, and they’re always glad you came.” Sounds like the well-known words to a great old TV show, doesn’t it? “Cheers” sure had it right, with their cute and memorable jingle. Whether you are familiar with the premise of this ‘80s comedy hit or not, the message is relevant: People like to go to places where they feel welcomed and relaxed. And, when the establishment in question is a restaurant and the food is also simply amazing, every single time, then a lot of happy diners get online and rave about their experience. Such is the case with Venice’s own BrewBurger’s, home of what many claim is the best burger around. They are a family-friendly pub serving amazing burgers, wings, rings, and a whole menu of tasty other things in a laid-back atmosphere. And, also, if they don’t know your name, they’ll still make you feel at home. Eventually though, you’ll visit so many times, you will all be well-acquainted.

What makes up a fabulous burger? For some, it is all about the meat. Large portions of the freshest cuts of prime beef are essential for burger connoisseurs. Others need a bun, soft or firm, hearty or petite in relation to the meat – – to be the wingman to the burger. And then the cheese, catsup, mustard, onions, etcetera, are either “key” or “persona non grata” for burger fans. At BrewBurger’s, they’ll do it your way, or you can have it their way, which includes ingenious burgers topped with everything from fried eggs to ham. Add in their Saratoga chips or sweet-potato fries and you have some seriously heavenly matches. But it does not stop there, you know. If you want a great Philly cheesesteak, try one of their imaginative varieties, even that cool one with the teriyaki flair. Their wings, bone in or not are so perfectly prepared whether naked, seasoned, or drenched in a variety of tantalizing sauces, that deciding what to order can become difficult. Wings, burgers, salads, homemade soups and a five-alarm chili – there are no poor choices at BrewBurger’s. And as far as the brew part of the equation, they have a great variety of on-tap or in-the-bottle beers and wines. Finish off your meal with a chocolate milkshake or a piece of their famous peanut butter pie and call it a great day.

With two convenient locations, at Jacaranda and I-75 and on Venice Island, you are never too far away from a quick, fresh, friendly meal. Expanding their repertoire is a great BrewBurger’s food truck which has been making the rounds to rave reviews at local events. With additions like the food truck and patrons clamoring for additional locations, BrewBurger’s owner, Michael Bacon, knows the importance of creative financing and stretching the buck as far as it can possibly go. That is why nearly ten years ago, he made the decision to join IBE.

Regarding his satisfaction with IBE, Michael explains, “When I first started out, I was looking for a way to broaden my reach. IBE made perfect sense as an avenue for advertisement, to meet new people, to basically get our name out there.” When asked about the outcome of that monumental decision, he says, “In a nutshell, it absolutely worked!” He goes on to say, “Now, it saves me money. I like to see my barter bucks build up and save them for a larger project. When it comes time to pay, it doesn’t hurt near as much when you use IBE.”

For Michael Bacon and the gang at BrewBurger’s, getting a new awning at the restaurant and having driveways paved are simply not a stressful expense with IBE footing the bill. Michael’s dream now is to save up his bartering power for some pretty amazing travel plans he is foreseeing in his future. Much like the consistently great but ever-evolving menu at BrewBurger’s he believes the IBE organization is a superior match for anyone wanting amazing service and a quality product.