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Phantom Gourmet: Flynn's Irish Pub In Mansfield

MANSFIELD - There's nothing better than biting into a juicy burger, especially when it's a big juicy burger.

At Flynn's Irish Pub in Mansfield, they've created a new kind of judgement free zone, where customers can roll up their sleeves and sink their teeth into 24 of the most creative burgers in all of New England.

"It's probably not a good first date meal, but burgers are a comfort thing," said Bar Manager Matt Killilea. "It's every man for himself. It's a challenge. You have really dig in and not be shy. We're not judgmental here. We give you plenty of napkins, and if you get through it you've accomplished something."

These burgers aren't just creative - they're certifiably insane, piled high with some of the craziest toppings around.

"People don't even believe what we put on them," Matt said.

You won't believe your eyes, when you lay them on the Mighty Flynn, a burger that certainly lives up to its name. It's topped with two cheese sticks, black and tan onion rings, tomatoes, pickles and lettuce.

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The Mighty Flynn at Flynn's (Image: Phantom Gourmet)

"It's a mighty burger. It's mighty big. It's mighty intimidating, but it's mighty delicious so it works well on all the levels," said Matt.

There's the Wicked Goat Burger: topped with steak tips, French fries and a drizzle of Ranch, and the O'Malley - piled high with Corned Beef, Sauerkraut and Swiss.

"It's got the elements of a Reuben sandwich and a burger together, which people think is kind of crazy but it works. A lot of the combinations that we put out there sound odd or strange or eclectic, but they actually really blend well together," promised Matt.

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The O'Malley at Flynn's (Image: Phantom Gourmet)

Nothing baffles customers more than the Donegal, a mind-bending burger topped with creamy peanut butter, strawberry jelly, cheddar cheese and bacon.

"We usually have to convince people at first, because they doubt that a peanut butter and jelly and cheddar cheese and bacon burger can work, but it is the one people are talking about the next day," Matt said. "We always say if you don't like it, we'll take it off the menu. Everyone who has had it has loved it. I've never heard anyone say anything but, 'Wow'."

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The Donegal at Flynn's (Image: Phantom Gourmet)

Then there's the Feckin Pepper, a burger that's spicy on the taste buds, according to Chef Ryan Kent.

"You better like spicy food if you order the feckin' pepper. It comes with a habanero mash on it, which is very, very hot. We also have three wicked pickles and topped with pepper jack so it's heat on top of heat on top of heat."

If hot dogs are more your thing, Flynn's has an over the top, one pound wiener known as The Big Dog. This dog is referred to as a 'ripper' since it is deep fried until the casing actually 'rips' apart.

"It comes out fried and we can top it with chili or cheese or onions, depending upon how you like your hot dog," described Matt.

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The Big Dog at Flynn's (Image: Phantom Gourmet)

Since Flynn's is an Irish place, there are traditional dishes like Panko breaded Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, and a Bailey's Cheesecake for dessert. With 46 beers on tap, there's always a huge crowd gathered around the harp shaped bar, or snuggled up to the cozy fireplace, sipping on suds and snacking on the addictive Buffalo Garlic wings and the indulgent Killarney Fries.

"The Killarney Fries are sweet potato wedges smothered in corned beef and Swiss, and then we add the gravy on top so it's a really hearty appetizer," Matt explained. "It's one of those great decadent dishes where it's got these great flavors coming through; just totally goes well together."

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Killarney Fries at Flynn's (Image: Phantom Gourmet)

There's also Flynn's amped up version of a mozzarella stick, stuffed with Monterrey and Bleu cheese and coated in a buffalo sauce. If you really want to kick up the heat, order some Wicked Pickles, which are sweet pickles coated in egg, panko, and crushed red pepper, then served with a chipotle mayo.

And with prices topping out around 16 bucks, you'll get a real kick out of this PHAN-tastic Meal Deal.

You can find Flynn's Irish Pub at 219 North Main Street in Mansfield, with additional locations in Sagamore and Cedarville. They are online at gotoflynns.com.

Watch Phantom Gourmet on Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30 and 11 a.m. on myTV38.

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