Mount Pleasant welcomes a new eatery, Joia Burger, serving smash burgers, fries, and ube soft-serve ice cream. Opening on March 6th, Joia Burger offers a simple and affordable menu, perfect for a quick bite or a casual meal.
Highlights:
- Limited menu: Choose from American Wagyu beef or a vegetarian bean patty burger served on a potato roll. Both come in single, double, or triple patty options.
- Classic toppings: The beef burger features American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle, all chopped and mixed for a perfect bite.
- Vegetarian option: The bean patty is made in-house and topped with Purple Patch's signature Filipino-style papaya salad.
- Sides: Fries and ube soft-serve ice cream with optional toppings like toasted coconut or sprinkles.
- Kid's meal: "Liam's Lunchbox" includes a cheeseburger, fries, and ube ice cream for $10.
- Drinks: Limited selection of canned beers and wines.
- Seating: The bright and clean space offers counter seating and a patio.
- Hours: Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 10 PM.
Additional details:
- Joia Burger replaces Taqueria Nacional.
- The name "Joia" is a Portuguese word meaning "joy" and a reference to the owner's childhood.
- The restaurant aims to provide affordable options for the neighborhood and families.