Deus Cafe

Sydney has officially gone into burger crazy mode. With Nutella and burgers dominating Instagram and Facebook I was overdue to visit some of the more renowned burger joints. Deus Cafe recently collaborated with Pub Life Kitchen and Barrio Chino which really drew in the crowds. I've been a fan for PLK, and that was enticing enough to justify the drive.

With only a few burgers on the menu, I chose their Fried Chicken Burger - Fried Butter Milk Chicken, Green Sriracha Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato and McClure's Pickles. 

I was hoping it'd be a remake of The Bird at PLK but this fell a bit short to my expectations. Their fried chicken was a crunch fest on the outside and gleeful smile inducing succulent chicken on the inside. You can't complain about McClure's pickles as they're pickl-icious. My gripe was that sauce... it felt drowned out by the fresh juices from the veges... which gave the burger enough moisture but I was looking for a creamy spicy punch from the sauce.

For a cafe that opens at midday and situated slightly inconveniently to most places, I still found myself 7th in line, waiting for a burger. 

I loved the Deus artwork on the walls and exterior. I hated the long tables, which when busy, can be inconvenient for people to get out and in (especially the ones near the window).  Their service was friendly and despite being there quite early I still had to wait around 30 minutes for my burger... and the place was only half full. Street parking is not a problem as there's plenty of it and it's all free for an hour. 

How long will the collaboration last? I don't know... but if you're in the area and after a decent burger the there's no excuse not to try.