Dexter

Emailed the Dexter crew before heading their way informing them of dietary destruction and they were quick to respond and very accommodating.
The pig head croquette burger was delicious! Juicy shredded pig head meat encased in a crunchy potato coating. The pickled pineapple was really nice and cut through the richness of the head meat.
Friends who came with me had the caramel beef short rib (to die for), the kurobuta pork loin (incredibly melt in your mouth) and the rump cap (succulent and perfectly cooked).
With the ever growing number of burger joints and American influenced grub popping up. Dexter is definitely one to add to your list of must try I the northern suburbs.

X is the new kid on the burger scene. and I have to say I’m a fan. Ordered the the Big D… The slaw used was a mix of Asian Thai fusion and the pulled meat (pork n beef brisket) was done to perfection. Topped off with a light brioche bun… amazing! If ur wanting something a bit different. This is the one. The Big D burger is a standout …
Others have toyed with the meat patty or the sauce to be different. Even as much as to add wasabi in some cases. Some have worked n some have just simply been forgettable! eg. ice cold creamy coleslaw or lettuce in between a just cooked quality patty does NOT work people! burger joint owners who do this fail to recognise the importance of the first bite and the party that tastebuds are supposed to have! Create «that» taste journey and the eaters will come! Anyhoooo I digress.
The combination of infused slaw with pulled meat works! and is definitely «that» taste journey I will return for!
Also tried their KFC as well. bit salty for my liking.

Dexter where the X marks the spot! This hot little start up is best described as a cool CBD eatery in an up and coming suburb. Think Heston Blumenthal meets American BBQ. The food is based around American bbq meat and ‘buns’ which is like a burger but without the patty and without the cheese. They combine chilli slaw, smoked meats and pickles to make some of the best buns I have tasted. The meat doughnuts remind me of something that may come from Heston Blumenthals restaurants and are confusingly delicious and also happen to be my favourite menu item. They also serve with craft beer only sourced from local craft breweries. The décor is trendy and every time I have been it has been packed to the rafters. You can order take away and have a drink at the bar while you wait. Do yourself a favour and get down for an eat in experience or take away.

When you walk into a place and think «oh yeh another burger joint» but you are pleasently surprised that the brioche is about where all commonality ends.
Ok yeh, Maccas does Brioche now but do they do it with amazing cut meats or southern fried chicken?
I was confused as to what to call this place as it serves up an array of Americana type dishes with interesting add ons. What you can say is Dexter pulls off a very unusual offering while still being casual enough to not feel you need a PhD to understand the menu.
I ordered the Big Dexter. Pulled Pork and Beef Brisket… wow it was yum. I usually do the half way swap with the wife so we can experience more of the menu but there was no hope for this one. This was accompanied by Shoe String Fries finished with a BBQ Rub.
… Hold up. I can’t forget… I actually started with a can of Tecate and Burnt Siracha Corn. Which was a great introduction to a lazy Sunday at Dexter.
Can’t wait to go back! Apparently the meat donuts are in high demand