Umami Burger Soma at 242 King Street, San Francisco, California.

Umami has grown on me over the years. Being an LA kid, I knew of it long before it migrated up here to SF. At first, I wasn't sure about the asian-inspired burgers. I like mine classic. But, as my food horizons have expanded, I appreciate more of the flavor combinations Umami offers.

The fries are great - thin cut and offered as sweet potato, regular, or truffle. There's also onion rings, which are wonderfully crisp.

As for the burgers themselves, I like the classic and truffle. What I'm super digging right now, though, is the impossible burger. I swear, it's a meaty veggie burger! It doesn't have the weird bean texture that other veggie burgers have, and cuts and eats like a true burger. Very savory and well-paired. Now, Umami even has 4 ways to try the impossible burger.

There's a pretty decent wine/beer/liquor selection available and the cocktails sound scrumptious. Service at this particular location is always stellar, with waiters super friendly, accommodating, and nice.

TL;DR If you like gourmet burgers and/or veggie burgers, this is your jam.