Burger joints are a dime a dozen in Singapore, but there’s a reason Wildfire Burgers’ single flagship outlet has amassed a loyal following despite its relatively quieter location at the courtyard of Robertson Walk.
The joint has been keeping with the same practices since 2015, using a mix of Japanese Binchotan charcoal and hickory wood to achieve a satisfying char on Stone Axe Wagyu patties. Patties are delivered fresh daily from the neighbourhood butcher, Butcher Box, before being fired up on a grill with temperatures up to 500 degrees celsius, and sandwiched between artisanal brioche buns from Bakery Brera.
We recommend ordering the Classic 101 Cheeseburger (from $16), which has all the mandatory components of the perfect burger bite – juicy grilled beef stacks, American cheese, beer-pickled onions, gherkins, a housemade master sauce and chipotle mayo. Save the calorie-counting for another day and go for the double-patty option ($20).
For something different, opt for the Hot Honey Butter Chicken burger ($18), which comes with a piece of deep-fried chicken thigh and crispy bacon slices. The sauce is a mix of whipped sriracha honey butter and master sauce. It’s definitely on the sweeter side, so stick to the other burgers on the menu if you prefer something richer and more savoury. And if none of these pique your fancy, take your pick between the six other burgers on the list which include lamb, black halibut and other meat options.
Make sure to grab some small bites to munch on as well. The homemade chicken nuggets (from $8) are a good option, and they come with a trio of dips including a more unique Japanese curry mayo sauce. But if you have to choose just one, go for the salt and vinegar fried onion rings ($8). The crispy thin onion rings go well with the salt-vinegar dip, making it the ideal zingy pairing for greasy burgers.
The restaurant is also fitted with a well-stocked bar with plenty of boozy options from craft beers to classic cocktails. If you find yourself spoilt for choice, order the Signature Spritz cocktail ($16). This easy-to-drink crowd-pleaser is a gunpowder gin and aperol infusion with calamansi, prosecco and bitters that’s perfect for cutting through the grease. The joint also serves indulgent milkshakes in classic flavours like vanilla bean, strawberry and triple chocolate ($12) – or you can ask them for the special of the day.