Hintonburger is located at 1096 Wellington Street West, west of downtown. (Photo by: Willie Carroll)

Don’t let Hintonburger’s modest location fool you. Despite its location inside a former KFC joint, this place has a lot to offer.

Simply said, this burger joint is artery-clogging goodness.

Your sloppy eating habits are more than welcome here. No one will judge you when you lick your fingers or have juice dripping from your chin.

Rather, it’s expected.

The inside of the restaurant is just as cozy as it looks from the outside.

Alternative-rock music blares from the kitchen, sports memorabilia adorn the walls and the staff give every customer care and attention, creating a quaint and friendly atmosphere.

A constant crowd of locals and first-timers keep Hintonburger busy, from young boys grabbing a quick hotdog on their way home from school to firefighters, families and young couples.

Judging by its overwhelming and rapid success, it’s hard to believe Hintonburger only opened last summer. They’ve just moved four blocks down this winter from an old white building to their current KFC location.

The quality of the restaurant’s homemade food is what keeps people coming back.

The burgers are made from 100 per cent organic beef from the nearby O’Brien farm and all of their ingredients are from local suppliers. Rest assured that everything you are eating is real, chemical-free and nothing short of delicious.

Ask any worker what the most popular item on the menu is, and they will all reply, “the Hintonburger.”

The Hintonburger is a six-ounce burger topped with bacon, cheese and the restaurant’s signature barbecue sauce.

If you have a taste for the exotic, additional topping options such as tahini sauce and hummus are sure to satisfy.

The prices are student-budget friendly, as the famed burger, with a can of pop and a side order of fries totals a mere $10.

Hintonburger restaurant is a tasty and cheap alternative to fast food chains.

Not only does it offer affordable prices, but it also excels at what counts: its food. If you’re looking for a great deal, this place is definitely worth checking out.

Hintonburger is located at 1096 Wellington Street West, west of downtown, and a brisk 10-minute walk from the Bayview O-Train station.