Burgers at Meatcure, Leicester

*Meatcure in Leicester has now closed*

One of the more recent independent places to open in Leicester is Meatcure – a trendy burger joint just around the corner from the Highcross shopping centre.

I attended their launch in the summer and enjoyed myself but wasn’t sure just how good the food was as I didn’t get to try anything other than one small slightly over done burger. To be fair to Meatcure, I blame this more on the Leicester tigers rugby team blocking the waitresses route from kitchen to where I was stood. But that said, it marred my expectations enough to continue choosing the rather fabulous (and also independent) Crafty at St Martins coffee house for my burger hit. I have to say, after this recent visit, my assumptions were wrong, this place is fabulous!

We arrived on a damp Tuesday to find the place three quarters full and a welcoming smile from the waiter. Although neither of them were there on this occasion, I’ve worked with both the general manager Warner, and one of his team Callum, previously and they are both fantastic fun people. I’m sure with them manning the place, customer service will be bang on! A relatively unassuming entrance makes way to a trendy long narrow space with woodchip tables, exposed brick and industrial fittings along the bar. It’s hip and it knows it. Being there = instant cool.

Before we finish, the drinks are worth a mention.

We had two of the alcholic milkshakes – one with amaretto and one with bourbon and they were gooooood. The drinks menu is pretty impressive all around. I also enjoyed an aussie ginger beer. Fancy trying Meatcure for yourself? They have restaurants in Leicester, Market Harborough and now Leamington Spa. Follow them on instagram and twitter for some truly mouthwatering burger porn!