Of course it would be packed on a Wednesday night in Surry Hills. It is always packed. Though I can see why, especially when Forresters offer $10 pizzas and a list of discounted cocktails and drinks. An overdue catchup was needed with Tripod, and what better way to talk about life then over burgers and beer. With a few tables booked out and most of the dining near the bar taken, we share a long table near the back bar with couple. The atmosphere was buzzing with hump day relief, as we also toasted to our mid-week celebrations. 

Fish Taco $5.50

I was very for the influx of Mexican food trend in Sydney. From El Loco down the road to food trucks, fancy smancy tacos were popping up everywhere. The only taco Forresters serve is this fish one as a starter, and I guess that's all they need. Served with mojo verde (Spanish green sauce), guac, corn salsa, jicama slaw and a lovely crispy thin fillet of fish, this was tasty and a great start. Only comment is that the soft taco shell was a bit cold, a bit of warming up in the oven would've done it wonders. 

Cheeseburger $18

With cheddar, pickles, onion rings, mustard mayo, and BBQ sauce. This mammoth burger served on a brioche bun (I think), was nothing short of delicious The patty has that charcoal taste that I love, and was still pink in the middle, which makes my heart dance circles (say no to well done meat). Along with the melted cheese, onion ring and sauce, it is seriously a winning combo. I wished there were more onion rings though, like lots of small little ones instead of one big one, it would of added lots of texture to it. Highly rate the cheese burger here, and Tiff agreed. Though she commented that The Fish Shop's was better, and I still have dreams about the O.G from BRGRS.

Fried Chicken Burger $18

Lis had this one, being a big fan of chicken, esp deep fried chicken. I wonder how she manages to stay so thin with the amount she eats. This was served with guac, tomato salsa and slaw. Lis enjoyed the burger, but found it difficult to consume as the chicken was so big! The chicken was juicy and crunchy, and the flavours with the sauce and slaw was match made. 

There were condiments on every table, which we used for our chips. The chips were super crispy and I did enjoy the change of crinkle cut. Nothing special but a great accompaniment to more drinks. 

Service was quick and simple; order at the bar, get your number, waiter brings food out to you. The chill and laid-back environment is the mere persona of Surry Hills, and is probably why I'll always come back.