Check out all our 2024 Golden Burger Challenge burgers!
This year there are 12 restaurants and burgers! Each one was lovingly created by a local chef for each restaurant. Bring your best burger appetite, we can’t wait for you to try them all!
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Bourbon Street
The Turducken Burger
Get ready for a flavor-packed feast with “The Turducken Burger”! This unique creation begins with a juicy chicken patty topped with a tender, house-made turkey breast patty and smoked duck breast. Smothered in tangy cranberry aioli, creamy havarti cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato, and raw onion, and served on a Cobbs Bread stuffing-flavoured bun! This burger brings all your holiday favorites together in one bite. It’s like Thanksgiving dinner in a burger! Paired perfectly with turkey gravy poutine with melty cheese, this dish takes comfort food to a whole new level!
Cambium Cider
The PIG MAC
Indulge in the ultimate pork lover’s delight with “The Pig Mac”! This burger features a juicy pork patty topped with succulent, apple cider BBQ-glazed pork belly that’s bursting with smoky-sweet flavor. Finished with a drizzle of creamy cheese sauce and tangy pickled onions, every bite is a perfect balance of rich and savory. All served on a soft, buttery brioche bun, it’s a burger that will have you hooked. Paired with a side of crispy salt and vinegar pig tails—potato spirals that look just like pig tails—this meal is pure hog heaven!
The Roster Bar & Grill
Buffalo Bills Crunch Smash Burger
Inspired by buffalo wings and your favourite game-day snacks, The Roster’s Buffalo Bills Burger starts with two house-made beef smash patties (or choose crispy chicken), topped with mozza cheese, bacon, coleslaw, honey buffalo wing sauce, and potato chips on a toasted Brioche bun with a mild blue-cheese aioli. Garnished on top with one of The Roster’s award-winning seasoned wings! Served with your choice of side.
Match Eatery
The Jalapeno Crunch Burger
Get ready for a flavor-packed experience with the Jalapeno Crunch burger! Start with a soft brioche bun, generously spread with garlic aioli on both the top and bottom. Inside, you’ll find a juicy 6oz patty layered with Monterey and cheddar cheese, offering a deliciously cheesy melt. Fresh lettuce and ripe tomato provide a crisp contrast, while crispy onions and caramelized onions add a sweet and savory touch. Spicy bacon brings a smoky kick, and crispy jalapeños add the perfect crunch. Every bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more!
Kelly O’Bryan’s Neighbourhood Pub
Pot ‘o’ Gold Burger
Discover a treasure of flavors with our Pot ‘o’ Gold Burger! We start with a hearty 100% beef patty stacked high with zesty jalapeño jack cheese and rich, braised BBQ Irish short rib. Adding layers of melted cheddar cheese and crispy Ragin’ Cajun onions, this burger is a flavor explosion. Topped off with our housemade Tipperary sauce, it’s all nestled in a toasted bun with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and tangy pickles. Choose your favorite side and dig into this ultimate burger experience!
Diner on Six
The GodFather
Experience a fusion of bold flavors with “The Godfather.” This masterpiece starts with a house recipe Canadian beef patty, perfectly seasoned and grilled to juicy perfection. It’s topped with tender, braised Korean beef short rib that melts in your mouth, adding a rich and savory twist. Layered with zesty gochujang coleslaw, peppery arugula, pickled carrots, and a perfectly fried dark yolk egg, every bite is an explosion of flavor and texture. Finished with crispy onion rings on top, “The Godfather” is not just a burger; it’s an offer you can’t refuse!
The Longhorn
The Big Cheese
Dive into cheesy heaven with “The Big Cheese” – an all-beef patty stuffed with gooey, melted cheese that oozes with every bite. Topped with creamy, smoky bacon mac and cheese, this burger takes indulgence to the next level. All of this cheesy goodness is sandwiched between a perfectly toasted cheese bun, making every bite a celebration of flavor. If you’re a cheese lover, this burger is your ultimate dream come true!
The Winston
Chorizo Truffle Smash Burger
Get ready for a flavor explosion with the Chorizo Truffle Smash Burger! This burger features two perfectly smashed patties that are juicy and crispy on the edges. It’s topped with a creamy, spicy American queso and a sweet-and-spicy maple-cherry chorizo jam that adds a unique twist. The truffle mayonnaise brings an indulgent richness, while crispy onion rings add the perfect crunch. Every bite is a tantalizing blend of bold flavors and luxurious textures!
Alexander’s Beach Pub
The Grazer
Savor the rich flavors of our Bison and Smoked Pork Belly Burger! This indulgent creation features a juicy ground bison patty paired with tender, smoky pork belly, all drizzled with our homemade honey chipotle sauce for a perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Nestled in a soft brioche bun with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and red onion, it’s finished with a mouthwatering smoky baconnaise sauce that takes every bite to the next level. Get ready for a burger experience like no other!
The Kal
The C.A.B C.O.B –
C-ertified/A-ngus/B-eef/C-heesy/O-nion/B-urger
A flavor-packed burger that delivers at every layer! From the crispy Parmesan crisp and fresh baby arugula to the juicy tomato and crunchy onion rings topped with creamy queso cheese sauce, every bite is a delight. The star is a savory beef patty with a secret crunch of fronions and a melt of aged white cheddar, all finished with caramelized onion mayo on a soft bun. A burger that’s as bold as it is delicious!
SilverStar Brewing
Hawaiian Smoke Stack
A juicy house made beef patty topped with smoky house-smoked pulled pork and a slice of caramelized pineapple for a sweet touch. Crispy bacon adds crunch, while fresh lettuce and tomato bring vibrant colour. Finished with golden, crispy shallots, this burger is a perfect blend of flavours and textures. On the side, enjoy a serving of plum Sweet potato fries, perfectly crispy with a hint of sweet plum seasoning, complementing the burger’s rich flavours.
MR. MIKES
The Cajun Country Burger
Sink your teeth into this bold and flavorful six-ounce chuck patty, grilled to perfection with our signature Cajun blackening spice for a smoky, spicy kick. Served atop a bed of herbed honey-lemon coleslaw, this burger balances heat with a refreshing crunch. Fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, and sweet pickles add a burst of classic flavors, all nestled in a toasted potato onion bun that brings it all together. Paired with a freshly fried side of lodge chips, this burger is an unforgettable taste of the bayou!