Even on a quiet day the queues stretch around the corner. But don’t be intimidated by the line; there are enough staff on hand to keep the wait time minimal without having to compromise on quality. Although it’s the most basic offering on the wildly varied menu, the 8bit with cheese is an apt showcase of the joint’s culinary expertise. It comes armed with mustard, pickle and red onion, which generate a mouth-watering tang and delightfully interact with the rich beef patty. Pair that burger with a side of evenly-salted, beer battered fries and you’re in for a treat. Personally, we recommend that you dunk them in mayo too. If you’re not into the whole meat thing, the I up mushroom burger should more than satisfy. I know, we’ve all seen mushrooms substituted for meat before, but at 8bit they crumb the giant Portobello mushrooms, giving the burger an extratempting edge. 8bit also boasts a rotating milkshake menu, each modelled after a popular snack food. We went with the Oreo shake, which provided a delicious dairy fix, full of creamy vanilla flavour and sweet chunks of Oreo that added a lively texture. If straws aren’t for you, they’ve also got a wide range of soft serve cones to bring out the child inside. 8bit is a wise choice when in need of a hangover cure, as well as a good place to relax with friends or family.
Food In Focus: 8bit
