When I think of the word “beast,” Cerberus might come to mind. Maybe a Minotaur. Or possibly a kraken. When Ernesto Uchimura envisions a beast, he apparently hears a bleating goat. Plan Check, the growing comfort food chain where Echimura is a partner with Terry Heller, recently rolled out a Beast Loaf Sandwich ($12). This devastating special is currently available at Plan Check’s Fairfax and Downtown branches and could easily have more staying power on their menu. Fingers crossed.

Chef Uchimura served this devastating beast loaf sandwich as part of the restaurant’s Winter 2015 dineLA Restaurant Week menu. Slabs of goat meatloaf joined rutabaga mash and goat creamed greens between Plan Check’s soft, airy, panko coated bun. After the 14-day culinary celebration ended on February 1, his goat meatloaf found a second life. He binds slightly gamy goat leg and shoulder meat with breadcrumbs, fresh goat’s cheese, Parmesan cheese, and whole egg. Uchimura brushes each savory loaf with spicy harissa ketchup before baking. Slices of “beast loaf” are sandwiched with crispy kale and melty Swiss cheese for balance’s sake and served in a cast iron skillet. Hopefully “beast loaf” is available more often at Plan Check, since it’s a winner.