A Trip to Modi'in for a Standout Burger at TWOSOME

A food review says it is worth leaving Tel Aviv and driving to Modi'in for TWOSOME, a hamburger place in the city's industrial zone. The writer describes Modi'in as a commuter city with little besides apartments, but says this spot is a destination on its own.

At first glance, the restaurant seemed like an ordinary, noisy family diner run by children, with semi-self-service ordering through a QR code, payment by phone, self-serve drinks from the refrigerator, and even tips requested before service is received. The one-on-one service, however, was praised as genuinely attentive and helpful. The venue also offers a good beer selection and a separate ice-cold glass refrigerator.

The meal changed the reviewer's opinion completely. The signature burger, called "Sticky Icky Icky," was described as exceptionally juicy and indulgent, with a soft bun, marrow aioli, potato strings fried in beef fat, aged cheddar sauce, crispy bacon, and red onion. The writer said it was the best, richest burger they had ever eaten and joked it was worth traveling not just to Modi'in, but to Mars.

The review also covered a Korean fried chicken sandwich, made with buttermilk-marinated chicken, crispy coating, lemon-thyme aioli, cheddar, coleslaw, and pickles, which was said to be nearly healthy by comparison and just as tasty. A small Caesar salad was considered the only unnecessary dish, while the American-style ice cream dessert closed the meal on a high note. The writer concluded that for the price of a main course in Tel Aviv, they had one of the best meals in a long time.

Prices listed were 78 shekels for the burger, 64 for the chicken sandwich, 18 for beef-fat fries, 25 for the Caesar salad, 14 for cola, 15 for black beer, and 14 for the ice cream. The restaurant is TWOSOME, at 2 HaMa'ayan Street, Modi'in.