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South End Tim's Tavern It used to be that only the folks who worked around Copley Square knew about it. But now the secret is out: The biggest burgers in town under 4 bucks are at Tim's Tavern. Thanks to word of mouth and media attention (OK, we're not helping things), Tim's rarely has a seat to spare on weekdays. MORE INFORMATION Tim's Tavern Location: 329 Columbus Ave., Boston. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.- midnight, kitchen 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; closed Sundays. Phone: 617-437-6898. Beers on tap: 4. Food: All things grilled or fried, with most popular being burgers and ribs. Defining characteristic: Open kitchen where you can watch your food being cooked. Get directions Not that any of this bothers Frank Thomas and his son Brian. The pair reopened the classic South End establishment after tax problems forced the previous owners to abruptly close. That was no easy task. The old owner left behind $3,000 worth of food. Six months later, when the Thomases took over, the meat and produce were more suitable for a science experiment than a sandwich. "It stank," says Brian, who tends bar. "It took a few weeks to get rid of the smell." A no-frills joint if there ever was one, Tim's has a small bar up front that attracts the regular drinking crowd and tables in the back for lunch and dinner.

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