Salt Lake City, UT
Lucky 13
🍔Cheeseburgers · Salt Lake City, UT
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Lucky 13
Salt Lake City, UT
Proper smash technique, quality beef blend, and they toast those buns to perfection. The green chile bacon burger has an ideal fat ratio.
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