Kuma's Corner

Kuma's Corner (Kuma's) is a renowned burger restaurant with a heavy-metal theme based in Chicago, Illinois, known for its unique burger creations and its influence in popularizing the pretzel bun.[1][2][3][4][5] Its burgers have often been described as the best in Chicago,[6][7] as well as the best in the United States,[8][9][10][11][12] and have been recognized as among the most influential burgers of all time.[13]

Kuma's Corner
Restaurant information
Established2005
Food typeHamburger restaurant
CityChicago
StateIllinois
CountryUnited States
Websitekumascorner.com

History

Kuma's Corner first opened its doors in 2005, quickly gaining popularity for its innovative burgers and unique atmosphere.[1] Since 2015, Kuma's has opened locations in Schaumburg and Indianapolis,[14] as well as a second Chicago location in Fulton Market.[15]

Influence

The success of Kuma's Corner has had a significant impact on the culinary scene in Chicago and beyond.[1][13] Its inventive approach to burger-making has inspired numerous other restaurants to follow suit, incorporating unique ingredients and creative combinations into their own offerings.[16] Kuma's Corner has also played a key role in popularizing the pretzel bun, now a staple in many burger joints across the country.[1][2][3][4][5]

In 2014, Kuma's Ghost Burger was named one of the most influential burgers of all time by TIME Magazine.[13] The burger, which includes an aioli derived from ghost peppers—one of the hottest chilis in the world[17]—is topped with an unconsecrated communion wafer.[18]

Controversy

In 2013, Kuma's Corner faced criticism from Chicago’s Catholic community over their menu item, the "Ghost Burger," which was named after the Swedish heavy-metal band Ghost and featured a communion wafer on top. Despite Kuma's offers to donate portions of the proceeds, the Archdiocese of Chicago and other Catholic organizations expressed their offense and called for a boycott of the restaurant.[13][19][20][21][22]

See also

References
  1. Eater Chicago: Kuma's Corner Interview: Ten Years In
  2. Wallace, Amanda M. Faison (April 1, 2019). "Chicago's Kuma's Corner Will Bring Its Metal and Burgers to RiNo". Eater Denver.
  3. Kramer, Lisa (July 27, 2017). "Kuma's brings its metal and burgers to the West Loop". Crain's Chicago Business.
  4. Keilman, John (July 13, 2016). "Are fancy burger buns worth the extra dough?". Chicago Tribune.
  5. Schmich, Mary (September 24, 2009). "Heavy-metal burger heaven". Chicago Tribune.
  6. WGN TV: The Best Restaurant in Illinois, According to Guy Fieri
  7. CBS Chicago: Best Burgers In Chicago
  8. "Chicago Burger Named Best in Country". NBC Chicago. May 24, 2013.
  9. NBC Chicago: Chicago Burger Voted Among Best in the U.S.
  10. "The 101 Best Burgers in America". The Daily Meal. Retrieved 2022-04-01.
  11. Insider: The 50 best burger joints in America, ranked
  12. "And America's best burger goes to..." CNBC. June 26, 2015. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  13. TIME: The 17 Most Influential Burgers of All Time
  14. Hammond, Priya (January 14, 2015). "Will Kuma's Corner Open in Woodfield Mall?". Eater Chicago. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  15. Hammond, Priya (May 15, 2017). "Kuma's Metal Bar to Open Next Week in the West Loop". Eater Chicago. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  16. Leahy, Tim (August 2, 2018). "The History of Chicago's Most Iconic Burger Restaurants". Thrillist.
  17. "The Top 10 World's Hottest Peppers [2022 Update]". PepperHead®. December 14, 2021. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  18. "Ghost B.C. Burger Makes the Body of Christ More Delicious Than Ever". Spin. 4 October 2013. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
  19. Keohan, Dan (June 6, 2016). "Should You Eat Kuma's Unholy Ghost Burger?". Thrillist. Retrieved 2023-03-27.
  20. Chicago Tribune (October 4, 2013). "Kuma's Corner donates to Catholic Charities after burger controversy". Chicago Tribune.
  21. "Catholic Charities Turns Down Kuma's Corner Donation". NBC Chicago. October 9, 2013.
  22. Breslin, Susannah (October 9, 2013). "A Supposedly Sinful Burger Stirs Up Controversy". Forbes.
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