Review: Why Phat Buns UK In Sharjah Was A Burger Bonanza For Me
I'm a burger fanatic, and in a place like the UAE, where patties reign supreme, I'm always on the hunt for the next big thing. Enter Phat Buns UK, the new kid on the block that's slinging American smash burgers with serious attitude. When I heard Phat Buns was bringing their American smash burger swagger to the UAE, I had to see if they could top my go-to joints. I hit up their first UAE spot in Sharjah, and let me tell you why it was a flavour party I won't forget.
The Vibe
The Sharjah outlet is cozy — think quaint but with a glow-up with neon lights. Usman, the co-founder, told me they struck gold with the location. "It was like this place was waiting for us," he said. "The previous tenant was a burger joint, so we just spruced it up and got to work." The setup's simple but inviting, perfect for diving into some serious eats.
The Menu: Mighty Burgers in the Making
At first, the menu looks slim, but don't sleep on the Build A Burger option. You can mix and match condiments to create at least 15 unique burgers, each with its own personality. As someone who'd rather dodge tomatoes and BBQ sauce, this was a dream come true. You're in the driver's seat, crafting exactly what you're craving.
I went hard and ordered the Fiery Crunch, Meltdown, a custom Build A Burger, and the Rib Sandwich, all served with crinkle fries or potato tots (my childhood obsession). Here's the lowdown:
- Fiery Crunch: The beef patty was grilled to charred perfection; Usman says they're made fresh daily in-house. The Phat Hot sauce didn't quite bring the heat I expected, but the flavour was on point. If you're a 'hot' person, ask for extra hot sauce. Those crinkle fries on the side were crispy perfection.
- Meltdown: This is a cheese explosion. Gooey, melty, and gloriously messy, it had me covered in cheese and loving every second. I loved their choice of buns for each burger.
- Build A Burger: My personal masterpiece. I picked a sesame brioche bun, a 6oz Angus beef patty, and Phat Sauce, then loaded it with gherkins, lettuce, and caramelised onions. The sweet-savory combo is pure bliss. Build your own, and thank me later.
- The Rib Sandwich: A meat lover's paradise. Smashed Aberdeen Angus patty meets 12-hour pulled rib meat, sandwiched between bread. It's massive but melts in your mouth like butter. This one's a heart-stealer, so I would recommend not skipping it.
I also tried the Phat Loaded salad with fried chicken, potato tots, and custom condiments. It's like a burger but on a platter sans the bread. It's the kind of food you would take to concerts! Highly recommended.
Drinks and More
Phat Buns makes their own fizzy drinks, served from a cute fountain. They only had lemon mint and raspberry but fret not! More flavours are coming soon, so stay tuned.
Coming to Dubai
If Sharjah's too far, hold tight — Phat Buns UK is expanding to multiple Dubai locations soon, with a cloud kitchen already open at Al Qouz. You won't have to wait long to get in on this.
What I Walked Away With
Phat Buns UK isn't just another burger joint; it's a vibe. From the build-your-own freedom to the melt-in-your-mouth Rib Sandwich, they're serving up bold flavours and serious fun, straight from Leicester but built for local taste.
This place gets busy after 4 pm until 3 am. So plan your move ahead! If you don't try it, you're missing out. Go get your burger fix — you won't regret it. They don't have a cute little flag 'Don't touch my bun' for nothing — because it's too good for sharing!
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