Smashburger - Newark Airport, NJ

http://www.smashburger.com/

As if I hadn't had enough burgers on my trip to Cali, I checked this one out after stepping off the plane. I've been seeing this place every time I fly out of Newark (often).  My expectations were low so I was pleasantly surprised that this was an excellent burger cooked perfectly.  It was just a bit greasy but the meat was so good, I got over it!  If you're flying thru Newark, check this place out.

Epi - Palo Alto, CA

http://cafeepi.com/

This place is a bakery so the bun for this Kobe burger ROCKS!  A solid burger. Worth stopping for!

Jeffery's- Palo Alto, CA

http://jeffreyshamburgers.com/index.php

This place is a little over-rated but the selection of fries is noteworthy!  The burger is cooked to request and done well.  Can't say I'd go back, but it was worth checking out.