Ookuma Japanese Burger

There was an audible gasp across Dallas when Sandwich Hag, the beloved bánh mì shop in the Cedars, announced it was closing. But in its place, Ookuma Japanese Burger is a worthy replacement, where Japanese-style teriyaki burgers are packed with flavor at a price point that won’t break the bank. The fare comes courtesy of chef Yuyee Sakpanichkul Kaiho and husband George Kaiho, who also own Ka-Tip Thai Street Food in the Dallas Farmers Market. This burger spot is a nod to the classic Japanese street fare. The ingredients are simple, but the the crunch of lettuce, the richness of the Kewpie mayo, the salty teriyaki glaze on the beefy patty will send your taste buds into a tizzy.

Top Pick: Karaage chicken is marinated, breaded and fried golden and served with a side of Kewpie mayo to dip to your heart’s content. We’re not saying skip the fries with your burger, but we can’t help ourselves from ordering the karaage when we stop in.