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Don't Waste Your Money On Wagyu Burgers By Cassie Womack Aug. 29, 2025 6:50 pm EST

Wagyu steak is one of the most celebrated, sought-after cuts of meat . It stands to reason that wagyu burgers would be the best of the best, too. Right?

Wrong — according to Chicago-based chef Russell Kook. Kook is the executive chef at The Bellevue , an upscale bar and restaurant specializing in elevated American cuisine. According to Kook, wagyu burgers aren't just pricier — they're simply not as good. The chef says that wagyu burgers are difficult to cook, and don't produce the kind of results you'd want for the premium price.

"I don't think wagyu burgers are worth the splurge," Kook says. "For that price you can invest in some beautiful steaks. I prefer to use

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