What’s on it: Gochujang burger sauce, 7 oz chuck, brisket, short rib burger patty, American & Swiss cheese, onion jam on Texas Toast!
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes, Vegetarian
“I'm pretty sure we had the Burger Week special from 10 Barrel right? Do you remember getting the Burger Week special from 10 Barrel? I guess we'll have to go back and try it again, for the first time.”
What’s on it: Fresh beef patty on a toasted Martin's bun topped with pickled jalapeños, grilled queso Oaxaqueño, avocado, and crunchy corn chips, plus a grilled jalapeño on top and queso for dipping on the side.
“Your favorite bar snack just became a burger! Some burgers get dressed; this one gets dipped.”
What’s on it: Country Natural ground chuck, Swiss cheese, chorizo-potato hash, shredded lettuce, caramelized onion, avocado, salsa verde, and crema on a rustic bun dipped in guajillo sauce, griddled until crisp, then spread with refried pinto beans.
“Inspired by the century-old pambazo tradition of Mexico City, this burger reimagines the beloved street-food classic.”
What’s on it: House-ground chuck smash patty, mini tortilla chips, chorizo, queso blanco, avocado sauce, pico de gallo, and chipotle aioli (all made in-house) on an An Xuyen butter roll.
“You got jealous eyes!! You’re looking at our burger with jealous eyes!! The Nacho Madness is coming!! We missed out on all the nacho week fun, so we figured we'd make up for it, and get two birds stoned at once. We put smashburgers and nachos together, and when the mega powers combine, it’s gonna be mania and madness!! OOOOHHHH YEEEEEAAAAHHHH!!”
What’s on it: Built on thick slices of our café-baked meatloaf, layered with nutty, melty Gruyère, roasted summer vegetables, tangy pickled onions, and our house sauce, all pressed between buttery toasted focaccia. The roasted veggies? Let’s just call them your doctor’s alibi.… we’re just saying your body deserves a little support while the meatloaf steals the show. 😏
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“Inspired by the comfort of a classic diner meatloaf sandwich, we gave it the Woodstock Café treatment. House-baked meatloaf, melty Gruyère, roasted seasonal vegetables, pickled onions, and our signature sauce come together on toasted focaccia. Familiar, elevated, and built on the idea that the best things happen when everything jells together.”
What’s on it: Two house-ground beef patties, pineapple cowboy candy, cheddar cheese, crispy buttermilk onions on a soft bun.
“Paniolo is the Hawaiian word for cowboy. This range-inspired burger features sweet and spicy jalapeño-pineapple cowboy candy over two house-ground beef patties layered with cheddar cheese and crispy buttermilk fried onions. Straight broke the mouth!”
What’s on it: Two house-ground beef patties, pineapple cowboy candy, cheddar cheese, crispy buttermilk onions on a soft bun.
“Paniolo is the Hawaiian word for cowboy. This range-inspired burger features sweet and spicy jalapeño-pineapple cowboy candy over two house-ground beef patties layered with cheddar cheese and crispy buttermilk fried onions. Straight broke the mouth!”
What’s on it: Two house-ground beef patties, pineapple cowboy candy, cheddar cheese, crispy buttermilk onions on a soft bun.
“Paniolo is the Hawaiian word for cowboy. This range-inspired burger features sweet and spicy jalapeño-pineapple cowboy candy over two house-ground beef patties layered with cheddar cheese and crispy buttermilk fried onions. Straight broke the mouth!”
“A smoky beef burger with the slow-building warmth of guajillo pepper, a generous swipe of garlicky toum, crisp iceberg, and pickles. Smoky, spicy, creamy, crunchy—and very hard to put down.”
What’s on it: Maple bar, fresh burger, bacon, cheddar cheese, drizzled with hot honey and dill pickles on the side.
“The combination of sweet and salty complement each other and does not overwhelm the flavor of our signature burger. And with a little drizzle of hot honey, finished with a little dill, it will balance the flavor. Yum!!!”
What’s on it: 6 oz Waygu beef patty with iceberg lettuce, Tillamook white cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, fried pickled jalapeños, and Besaw's house sauce on a potato bun.
“Besaw's was established in 1903 and this burger is a nod to our Northwest roots.”
What’s on it: Pepper-crusted and smoked beef patty, grilled corn & cherry pepper relish, tomato aioli, iceberg, pepper jack cheese on a soft bun.
“Black pepper-crusted and smoked beef patty in the stye of Steak Au Poivre, complimented by grilled corn and hot cherry peppers, smothered in pepper jack cheese and a tomato aioli with a firecracker explosion of flavor!”
What’s on it: Two buttery brioche slider buns stacked with juicy beef, pork, and shrimp patties, with finely shredded cabbage, fresh green onions, creamy Kewpie mayo, crispy wonton strips, and finished with a drizzle of our signature housemade lemongrass chili oil.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Impossible Burger Patty
“Dim sum meets burger. This shu mai–inspired slider is a tribute to the joy of sharing dim sum with family, transformed into a burger that's familiar, nostalgic, and uniquely our own.”
What’s on it: Brioche bun, pear slice, blue cheese crumble, arugula, fig jam, beef patty.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: We can sub a beyond patty and vegan cheese (not bleu cheese)
“It's alive! Because it has mold in it... Our Pearenstein burger is funky and fruity. Might sound spooky, but it's sweet, savory, and delicious. Tangy with a fresh touch of arugula and leveled up with fig jam. Even our pickiest, non-bleu cheese eaters like it!”
What’s on it: Locally sourced ground beef, smoked pastrami jam, shredded lettuce, chipotle aioli, pickled peppers, and smoked cheddar cheese.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Sub our Plant Based Patty
“The Smoke Show combines our classic, locally sourced, smashed beef patty with house-made smoked pastrami jam, chipotle aioli, pickled peppers, a bit of shredded lettuce and a big slice of smoked cheddar cheese.”
📍 7910 E Mill Plain Blvd Suite 120, Vancouver, WA 98664
What’s on it: Locally sourced ground beef, smoked pastrami jam, shredded lettuce, chipotle aioli, pickled peppers, and smoked cheddar cheese.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Sub our Plant Based Patty
“The Smoke Show combines our classic, locally sourced, smashed beef patty with house-made smoked pastrami jam, chipotle aioli, pickled peppers, a bit of shredded lettuce and a big slice of smoked cheddar cheese.”
What’s on it: Double stack fresh ground burgers, pepper jack cheese, hot and sour pickled serrano chiles, ´In & Out Style´ onions, chile crunch aioli, shredded lettuce on An Xuyen Asian brioche bun.
“Because we love sweet, spicy, and tangy at Boke Bowl. Come try it with one of our famous "combos" with a side of our crispy fried brussels sprouts, and cauliflower salad with a Thai fish-sauce vinaigrette. You won't regret it!”
What’s on it: Half-pound ground prime brisket patty, caramelized onion, melty Gruyère cheese, French onion aioli, pickles, potato chips.
“Our secret weapon, disgruntled employee and French Laundry alum, Chef Leather Storrs, is back at it again this year for Burger Week to take us for a romp through the French Alps. The “Mont Dew” burger is meant to evoke romantic, Alpine, fireside snacking. C’est Gastronomique!”
What’s on it: Togarashi seasoned beef patties topped with crispy seared pork belly, cheddar cheese, sweet soy caramelized onions, Chinese hot mustard, Szechuan mayo and Napa cabbage slaw served on 3 hot steamed buns.
“This burger served on a steamed bun celebrates the Northern Ohio tradition of dropping a load of meat and slaw on a burger. As with all things Breaking Buns, we have sourced the finest ingredients, used the utmost care and we will satisfy your curiosity of experiencing a Cleveland Steamer.”
What’s on it: A charbroiled beef patty stacked with melty American cheese, crisp shredded lettuce, our house Big Dill sauce, fresh dill pickle chips, crispy pickle fries, and crunchy pickle potato chips on a toasted bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Sub Impossible burger
“This isn’t a cheeseburger with pickles. It’s a pickle delivery system disguised as a cheeseburger. If you remove one pickle, the whole thing falls apart. We checked.”
What’s on it: Ground beef patty, Swiss cheese, and mushroom.
“A chargrilled Black Angus burger layered with buttery sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese on a toasted brioche bun. A rich, savory take on a timeless favorite.”
What’s on it: Beef and pork burger stuffed with Swiss and Gruyere cheeses and topped with more Gruyere, caramelized onion jam, and herb mayo on a squishy bun.
“Our take on the Minnesota Jucy Lucy stuffed burgers with all the flavors of a classic French onion soup.”
What’s on it: Country Natural ground chuck topped with crispy fried pepper jack cheese, grilled onions, arugula, house-made pineapple jam and habanero aioli. Served on a toasted buttered brioche bun for the perfect balance of sweet heat, richness, and tropical flavor.
“A true team creation, this burger brings together ideas from across our kitchen—sweet, slightly spicy, savory, and a little playful. From habanero aioli and crispy pepperjack to pineapple jam and a pickle on top, every element was chosen with intention.”
📍 2520 Columbia House Blvd #108, Vancouver, WA 98661
What’s on it: American wagyu patty, Jim Beam & Oregon marionberry barbecue sauce, Face Rock Creamery “In Your Face” pepper cheddar, pickled onions, arugula, pretzel bun.
“We wanted to combine the best the PNW has to offer into a decidedly backyard summer burger. From local beef to artisanal cheese & fresh Oregon marionberries - this burger screams summer!”
What’s on it: Nacho cheese, cherry peppers, and all the regular burger fixin's.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: You can sub a Beyond burger for no additional cost
“We grind our beef in-house and top it with nacho cheese and diced cherry peppers. On a grilled bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a pickle spear. Served with our house cut fries! The Daily Planet has been here making scratch burgers for 52 years, come meet your neighbors.”
What’s on it: Crispy breaded chicken patty, house BBQ sauce, house-marinated tempeh bacon, a slice of cheese, pickles, crispy fried onions, and vegenaise on a sesame seed bun.
What’s on it: 4 oz beef patty topped with roasted Hatch green chiles, melted Monterey jack with jalapeños, crispy onions, and roasted garlic Hatch aioli on a toasted brioche bun.
“Hatch Chili season is upon us, and why not celebrate it. Native to New Mexico the Hatch chili is a perfect balance of spicy and flavor and everything works well with beef!”
What’s on it: 5 oz “half smash” burger, served medium with smoked cheddar cheese, red pepper jelly, bread and butter pickles, Duke’s White BBQ spread, and iceberg lettuce on a Franz bun.
“We wanted something that fit the dog days of summer, but is the opposite of our Beast Burger for a little different experience at Farmer and the Beast.”
What’s on it: 5 oz “half smash” burger, served medium with smoked cheddar cheese, red pepper jelly, bread and butter pickles, Duke’s White BBQ spread, and iceberg lettuce on a Franz bun.
“We wanted something that fit the dog days of summer, but is the opposite of our Beast Burger for a little different experience at Farmer and the Beast.”
What’s on it: Ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, pickle, secret sauce, Swiss cheese, crisp bacon, and fried jumbo onion ring.
“Everything you love about a backyard cookout stacked into one unforgettable burger. A juicy ground beef patty topped with melty American cheese, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, pickle, our signature secret sauce, and finished with a giant crispy onion ring for the perfect crunch in every bite.”
What’s on it: Grilled and seasoned burger with lettuce, tomato, pickle, secret sauce, crisp bacon, and a fried egg.
“A seasoned, flame-grilled burger stacked with crisp bacon, a farm-fresh fried egg, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and our signature secret sauce. It's breakfast and lunch wrapped up in one unforgettable bite.”
What’s on it: Seasoned beef/pork patty, fresh cucumber, pickled cabbage slaw, red pepper yogurt sauce, on an herbed sesame bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Seasoned Beyond Beef patty for vegan/veggie option.
“We started with a juicy blended patty, incorporating garlic, onion and spices right into the burger. Past that, we wanted to keep things light and bright for the summer heat, so we went with fresh cucumbers and a crunchy red-cabbage slaw, all topped with a sweet red-pepper yogurt sauce.”
What’s on it: Crunchy iceberg lettuce, gooey American cheese, local hot house tomatoes, griddled onions, Nick Grub's secret California sauce, and lots of love.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“We're going GRANIMAL style with California swagger. Our own Nick Grub's giving SE PDX his childhood favorite. Don't sue us. 🤞 If you've had California's best burger you're gonna love us this week.”
What’s on it: ¼ lb. patty, American cheese, house-crafted Walla Walla onion ring, white bean-kielbasa chili, mascarpone goop, leaf lettuce, tomato, cheddar bun.
“The Wipe Your Mouth Burger is a glorious handheld disaster: a juicy beef patty buried under melty American cheese, a crunchy Walla Walla onion ring, and a ladle of white bean-kielbasa chili. Finished with mascarpone goop, fresh veggies, and a cheddar bun, it's messy, drippy, and worth every napkin.”
What’s on it: Toasted sesame seeds bun, fresh lettuce, garlic mayo, 1/4-lb Angus beef patty, famous Hong Kong-style black pepper sauce, and onion rings.
“It's back folks! The black pepper sauce y'all love so much! This year we're doing it with a toasted sesame seeds buns, fresh lettuce, garlic mayo, 1/4-lb Angus beef patty, onion rings, and the Hong Kong-style black pepper sauce.”
What’s on it: Painted Hills beef patty, basil lemon garlic sauce, ricotta cheese, arugula, and Haymaker red chili sauce.
“Chef Nick’s inspiration for this burger was actually a slice of pizza. The pie was topped with ricotta cheese, marinara, and dolloped with Calabrian chili paste. The sensory overload of creamy ricotta, the crunch of the crust, and the spice of chili collaborated into a flavor bomb that seemed like it could lend nicely to a burger experience. So that’s what we did! We’ve adding a griddled burger into the mix, house made Haymaker chili sauce, a zesty basil garlic sauce, and arugula that adds a note of fresh green spice!”
What’s on it: Beef and pork patty, bulgogi seasoning, American cheese, teriyaki pineapple, banana ketchup, iceberg lettuce, and crispy onions with mayo on a potato bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Impossible patty
“Inspired by Pulp Fiction, this cornerstone of a nutritious breakfast is one tasty burger. The sweetness of teriyaki-glazed pineapple, the salty crunch of onion, and the creaminess of melted cheese combine for the perfect bite.”
What’s on it: All beef patty with sharp & pepper jack cheese, Black Forest bacon, grilled jalapeños, frizzled onions, sriracha mayo, and our sweet and bold barbecue sauce.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes, we can substitute a veggie patty, and leave off the bacon to make it vegetarian.
“Perfect blend of sweet and spicy for a hot summer day.”
Iron Strike Smash Burgers at Midtown Beer Garden (Downtown Portland)Venue website
What’s on it: Natural Pacific Northwest Country Beef smashed to perfection, topped with seared pastrami, melted American cheese, crisp shredded lettuce, fresh onions, crunchy pickles and signature Strike House Sauce on a buttery toasted brioche bun.
“Meet the legendary Pastrami Thor, the smash burger that went viral! Originally introduced years ago during a snowstorm at our very first food cart in Sandy, Oregon. This fan favorite combines seared pastrami with Natural Pacific Northwest Country Beef on a piping hot griddle for the perfect balance of smoky, crispy, and juicy. Back for a limited time exclusively during Portland Burger Week 2026.”
What’s on it: Smashed and seasoned Angus burger, blackberry jalapeño bacon jam, goat cheese, and fresh arugula on a Portland French burger bun.
“Oregon's best flavors reward the curious. Inspired by the wild blackberry brambles lining our country roads each summer, this burger brings together house made blackberry jalapeño bacon jam, creamy goat cheese, arugula and a seasoned smash burger in one unmistakably Oregon creation.”
What’s on it: 1/3 lb patty topped with provolone cheese, arugula, tomato, yellow onion, lemon pickled cucumber, crisp green apple, and a lemon herb aioli.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“We wanted to make a bright, crisp summery burger that leaves you with a fresh feeling. Sometimes eating a burger can feel heavy and we wanted to give you a pallet cleanser if you are out enjoying multiple burgers this week. A burger not too heavy with some summer inspired elements.”
What’s on it: Bacon, jalapeño ranch, sautéed jalapeños, queso, pico de gallo, crispy onions. Fries not included for the $10 price.
“Meet the Full Meltdown—a flavor bomb built for Portland Burger Week. A juicy beef patty is piled high with smoky bacon, creamy queso, fresh pico de gallo, crispy onions, sautéed jalapeños, and our zesty jalapeño ranch. It's crunchy, cheesy, spicy, and unapologetically over-the-top in every delicious bite.”
What’s on it: Maple-glazed bacon, house-made pineapple-jalapeño jam, crispy onions, and garlic mayo on a toasted brioche bun.
“Inspired by Hawaiian flavors with a smokehouse twist. Maple-glazed bacon pairs with pineapple-jalapeño jam for a tropical kick, while crispy onions and garlic mayo bring classic burger comfort. Comes with chips on the side.”
What’s on it: Chipotle aioli, queso, elote salad, crispy fried tostada shell topped with an elote aioli.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Vegetarian, Black bean burger substitute, call ahead for bulk orders.
“Oh my COB! 🌽🍔 Our neighborhood-inspired Elote smash burger is a love letter to great burgers and sweet summer corn. A juicy jalapeño smash patty is stacked with spicy aioli, house-made white queso, fresh elote salad, and a crispy fried tostada shell finish with a elote mayo. Equal parts street corn and burger bliss. Corny? Absolutely. Worth every bite? You butter believe it. Can be made vegetarian for $1 more with a black bean burger substitute. Call ahead for bulk orders.”
What’s on it: Bacon and cheddar stuffed patty, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, mustard and ketchup.
“This burger is a blast from the past from the old Club 21. For everyone missing the bars best-selling burger, Lay Low will be featuring this classic all week long for burger week.”
What’s on it: What’s on that burger, Watson The Burger?! The answer’s between the buns. Come on down to Watson Ave. and find out…(it’s a smash patty stacked with melty Monterey jack, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, onion, bacon aioli, and pepper chutney!) See you soon!
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes! (sub vegan patty, no bacon aioli)
“Inspired by a few backyard pints of Willakenzie and one very bold ‘hear me out…’”
What’s on it: Double smashed brisket and sirloin patties, shaved smoked ham, American cheese, escabeche and chipotle aioli on a Dos Hermanos briohe bun.
“Inspired by our friends at Bar Toti in Austin, TX, we're putting the ham in hamburguesa. Smoky and pickly with a little spice.”
📍 1625 NE Killingsworth Street, Portland, OR 97211
What’s on it: All-natural Angus beef, salami, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, tomato, aioli, and pepper relish.
“Nerd burger alert! Straight outta Faerûn's west side and loaded with the finest ingredients from Pasha Pook's private reserve, this richly spiced burger will slay your hunger and steal your soul like the deadliest of assassins wielding a vampiric dagger.”
“Inspired by our fan-favorite Volcano Dog, we turned those same bold Pacific Northwest flavors into an unforgettable smashburger. Sweet Marionberry bacon jam, creamy garlic cream cheese, smoky grilled jalapeños, onions, and crispy fried onions create the perfect balance of sweet, savory, creamy, and just the right amount of heat in every bite.”
What’s on it: Classic smash patty, American cheese, buffalo chicken cutlet, lettuce, garlic-bleu cheese dressing.
“A dive classic from upstate New York, this is our cheeseburger rendition of the classic tavern sandwich with a fried chicken cutlet tossed in traditional buffalo sauce, a cheesy all beef smash patty, and a zippy bleu cheese dressing with crisp lettuce on toasted brioche.”
What’s on it: 4 oz ground New York-style beef patty, pepper jack cheese, chipotle mayo, roasted poblano on a Grand Central bun.
“We wanted to create a burger that delivers big flavor without overcomplicating it. Starting with a juicy 4 oz New York-style beef patty, layered on creamy pepper jack cheese, smoky roasted poblano peppers, and a house chipotle mayo for just the right amount of heat. Served on a soft Grand Central bun, this burger is all about balancing richness, spice, and comfort in every bite.”
What’s on it: The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger features an all beef patty topped with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American cheese, pepper jack cheese, and SmashSauce, all atop a Martin’s Potato Bun.
“The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger pays tribute to bold Southwestern flavors. We combined an all-beef patty with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American and pepper jack cheeses, and our signature SmashSauce to create the perfect balance of smoky, savory, creamy, and slightly spicy flavors, all served on a Martin’s Potato Bun.”
What’s on it: The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger features an all beef patty topped with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American cheese, PepperJack cheese and SmashSauce, all atop a Martin’s Potato Bun.
“The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger pays tribute to bold Southwestern flavors. We combined an all-beef patty with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American and pepper jack cheeses, and our signature SmashSauce to create the perfect balance of smoky, savory, creamy, and slightly spicy flavors, all served on a Martin’s Potato Bun.”
What’s on it: The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger features an all beef patty topped with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American cheese, PepperJack cheese and SmashSauce, all atop a Martin’s Potato Bun.
“The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger pays tribute to bold Southwestern flavors. We combined an all-beef patty with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American and pepper jack cheeses, and our signature SmashSauce to create the perfect balance of smoky, savory, creamy, and slightly spicy flavors, all served on a Martin’s Potato Bun.”
What’s on it: The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger features an all beef patty topped with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American cheese, PepperJack cheese and SmashSauce, all atop a Martin’s Potato Bun.
“The Hatch Green Chile Bacon Burger pays tribute to bold Southwestern flavors. We combined an all-beef patty with Hatch green chiles, crispy bacon, American and pepper jack cheeses, and our signature SmashSauce to create the perfect balance of smoky, savory, creamy, and slightly spicy flavors, all served on a Martin’s Potato Bun.”
What’s on it: A juicy, perfectly grilled beef burger topped with thick slices of ripe tomato, creamy fresh mozzarella, spring greens, and a drizzle of rich balsamic glaze. Finished with a bold, spicy basil pesto that adds just the right kick, this burger delivers a fresh twist on the classic Caprese salad with the satisfying flavor of a gourmet burger. Served on a toasted bun for the perfect balance of savory, creamy, tangy, and herbaceous flavors.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes - Sub Beyond Patty
“Inspired by the timeless flavors of a classic Caprese salad, this burger combines fresh, simple ingredients in a bold new way. Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and sweet balsamic glaze create a perfect balance of freshness and richness, while a spicy pesto adds a modern twist with just the right amount of heat. Paired with a perfectly grilled beef patty, the Summer Maxxing Caprese Burger celebrates the idea that high-quality, seasonal ingredients can transform a familiar favorite into something both comforting and unforgettable.”
What’s on it: 1/4 pound smash patty with roasted jalapeño marionberry jam, smoked cheddar, arugula, and crispy fried onions.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Vegetarian
“The HOT Marion Burger: a sweet-tart sauce that slides on like flirtation, then the jalapeño swagger kicks in—hot, bold, and impossible to ignore. Smoky melty cheese, and a tangy bite doing a little too much. It’s a delicious seduction with napkins on standby.”
What’s on it: Impossible patty, deviled "pork", tomato, red onion, pickled banana peppers, and curry leaf ranch.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Always vegan
“Completely unrelated to deviled eggs, this 100% vegan burger is a play on our popular Deviled Pork - a Sri Lankan-Chinese stir-fry made with a tangy tomato-based sauce.”
Moreland Ale House (Southeast Portland)Venue website
What’s on it: 100% Hereford beef patty with house made smokey guajillo chili sauce, pepper jack cheese, crispy fried shoestring onions, lettuce, and mayo on a Grand Central brioche bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: You can sub a veggie patty.
“We all sat around talking what’s our favorite burger and the classic “Western burger” kept coming up. We decided to make an upgraded modern version. Introducing the YEE HAW burger!!”
What’s on it: Crispy chik’n patty topped with house-made Nashville fire seasoning, grilled jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and crispy onion rings. Served on a butter toasted pretzel bun with Memphis sweet BBQ sauce and organic lettuce and tomato.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“Nashville-style heat hits first and keeps building, then sweet, smoky Memphis BBQ steps in to cool it back down. That fire-and-sweet tug-of-war is the whole point, finished with fresh organic lettuce and tomato. Born from our Smoky Mountain BBQ Burger, now reimagined with a crispy chik'n patty for Burger Week.”
What’s on it: Lamb patty, feta whipped tzatziki, spinach, caramelized onions, and red peppers, served on a brioche bun.
“This burger brings together everything we love about Lebanese cooking in one bite. The lamb patty is seasoned the way my family always has, then paired with feta-whipped tzatziki, sweet caramelized onions, and roasted red peppers. It's comfort food with a Mediterranean soul. Familiar, but hopefully unlike any burger you've had. Add fries for $5.”
What’s on it: A quarter-pound of hand-selected Painted Hills beef layered with melted Mexican cheese, shredded lettuce, fresh pico de gallo, cool sour cream, spicy Tapatío, cilantro, and a crisp tostada that delivers the perfect crunch in every bite.
“We enjoyed our Mexican friends for the WORLD CUP!”
What’s on it: A juicy all-beef patty stuffed with caramelized French onions, layered with American cheese, crisp lettuce, pickles, fresh onions, and dijon mustard, smothered in a melty brie sauce and served on a Martin's potato bun. Sip on a $12 French 75 for the perfect pairing
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“Inspired by the French connection between the burger and everyone's favorite Pacific Standard dish, the fries.”
📍 100 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
What’s on it: House-made pork & beef chorizo, hand-formed and grilled in beef tallow. Served in a toasted corn kaiser roll with sharp white cheddar cheese, green pepper corn relish, avocado cheese mojo, pimiento mayo, and diced red onion.
“House-ground beef and pork chorizo seasoned with Papi's special blend of Spanish herbs and spices, hand-formed and char-grilled in rich beef tallow. Piled on a toasted corn kaiser bun with sharp white cheddar, smoky green pepper corn relish, velvety avocado cheese mojo, pimiento mayo, and diced red onion. "¡Gracias Papi!"”
What’s on it: House-ground beef patty, cheddar, smoked Walla Walla onion rings, garlic aioli, and a jalapeño BBQ sauce on a brioche bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes with an Impossible Patty
“Onion rings and BBQ sauce...a no brainer! First we smoke Walla Walla onions, toss 'em in the fryer, and pair them with Pacific Northwest beef, cheddar, garlic aioli, and a BBQ sauce made with house-fermented jalapeños. We serve it all on a Grand Central Bakery bun.”
What’s on it: House-ground beef patty with a soy glaze, lettuce, onion, Korean burger sauce, relish of pickled daikon, shallots, cucumber, and fresno chiles, and crispy shiitakes on a potato bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes with an Impossible Patty
“Oregon meets Korea with a soy and mirin glazed house-ground Pacific Northwest beef patty, a spicy gochujang burger sauce, a crisp pickle relish, and deep-fried shiitake mushrooms.”
What’s on it: Smashed patty, American cheese, pickle, bacon, mayo, pile of magic dust.
“We spent some time grinding up a whole lotta potential toppings. When the dust settled, POOF! In front of us lay a pile of magic burger dust. Naturally, we snarfed, then cried out, "this is the one!"”
What’s on it: House-ground brisket, pepper jack cheese, tobacco onions, house-pickled jalapeños.
“PLS on Sixth stands for Peace, Love, and Soul. This burger is inspired by the 1970s vibe that we're all about. Squiggly tobacco onions add a "shaggy" appearance while the house-pickled jalapeños add an unexpected kick of flavor. Burger comes with fries.”
What’s on it: Smoked brisket and sirloin burger patty, shaved white onions, white American cheese, au poivre steak sauce, Dos Hermanos brioche bun.
“Highbrow meets low country for a week of Podnah's BBQ and brasserie. We start with fresh ground brisket and sirloin smoked to a perfect medium with cheese, onions, and a creamy peppery au poivre steak sauce.”
What’s on it: 1/3 lb seasoned Pacific NW 100% beef patty topped with mango-citrus slaw, pepper jack cheese, crispy fried jalapeños, a mango BBQ drizzle, mango sauce, house sauce, and onion.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Vegetarian: Swap out the beef patty with our Impossible Patty // Vegan: Swap out the beef patty with our Impossible Patty, and remove the cheese
“Great summer parties always include your favorite friends, amazing food, and upbeat music. Mambo #5 will be the headliner this year. The song hits all the right notes, and so does the burger. It tastes like summer with its smokey, sweet, savory, tropical kick. Let's turn it up to 11 and get this party going. A little inside information, if your name is in the song, you get BOGO with ID. (Tina, come get your dinner.)”
Prime Tap House: West End District (Beaverton)Venue website
What’s on it: Beef patty, melted American cheese, house-made Thai peanut sauce, napa cabbage-carrot slaw, crispy fried shallots, cilantro, crushed peanuts, between potato buns.
“A smash-griddled beef patty glazed in house-made Thai peanut sauce, topped with crunchy Asian slaw, crispy shallots, roasted peanuts, house-made pickles, American cheese and fresh cilantro on a toasted potato bun. Sweet, savory, and a little heat.”
What’s on it: An herbed beef hamburger patty, sharp cheddar, bacon, jalapeño escabeche relish, pickled shallot, and garlic aioli on a round grilled sourdough bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: We can substitute a garden burger and veggie bacon upon request.
“Not content to make a burger in celebration of a lowly knave, nor to bow to an usurper who calls himself "King," we pay homage to the burger high royalty, the Lord Sourdough. May the fruits of his conquest be evident by the contents of his burger namesake.”
What’s on it: House-ground beef, melty American cheese, caramelized pickled & crispy fried onions, pickles, shredded lettuce and smoky BBQ mayo on a soft bun.
What’s on it: Wagyu beef, onion soup crème fraîche, caramelized onion, Swiss cheese, gruyère cheese on a Ken's Artisan seeded brioche bun.
“Soup's on... in burger form. We took everything you love about classic French onion soup and stacked it between two halves of a toasted Ken's Artisan seeded brioche bun. Featuring a juicy Wagyu beef patty, velvety onion soup crème fraîche, sweet slow-caramelized onions, and a blanket of melted Swiss and gruyère cheeses. Rich, savory, cheesy, and outrageously satisfying—every bite tastes like your favorite bowl of French onion soup, only better.”
What’s on it: Blackened 4 oz ground chuck burger with bloody Mary ketchup, celery root slaw, and a skewer loaded with our house pickled vegetables.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes! Sub a Beyond Burger patty
“A twist on the flavors of the classic cocktail. Bold flavors and bright colors all come together to become greater than the sum of their parts, it's known to appear to you if you chant it in front of a mirror in a dark room.”
📍 1300 SE Stark (located in Revolution Hall), Portland, OR 97214
What’s on it: Our 1/3 lb burger patty topped with grilled cheese curds, caramelized onions, on a toasted potato bun with black pepper & parmesan aioli, pickles & seasoned waffle fries. Cut in half & served cut portion down in a rich beef demi-glace.
“Origins unknown but this rich, delicious burger showed up in gastro pubs & fine dinning restaurants in the northern midwest of the US and eastern Canada. It is delicious filling burger that does homage to poutine and burger fans a like.”
What’s on it: A perfectly seared grass-fed smash patty with melted American cheese, crunchy Napa cabbage, spicy kimchi, and black garlic aioli on a soft toasted Grand Central potato bun.
What’s on it: Pork burger seasoned with cilantro, lime, and garlic, topped with Napa cabbage slaw tossed in sambal aioli, Swiss cheese and a lemongrass, ginger, Thai chili peach sauce, served on a potato bun.
“Southeast Asia and the Pacific Northwest had a backyard cookout and this burger showed up fashionably late. Cilantro-lime garlic pork, crunchy sambal slaw, melty Swiss, and a sweet-heat peach sauce loaded with lemongrass, ginger, and Thai chili.”
What’s on it: Nacho cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, sliced jalapeños, salsa, sour cream, lettuce, onions, and beef patty on a warm bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Veggie burger
“Turn burger night into a fiesta with the Nacho Deluxe! A juicy beef patty piled high with nacho cheese, crunchy tortilla chips, sliced jalapeños, zesty salsa, sour cream, fresh lettuce, and onions on a warm bun. Bold, cheesy, crunchy, and spicy in every bite”
What’s on it: 100% beef burger patty, topped with our beer-battered fries, Wisconsin cheese curds, and our house made brown gravy (served on side so you can pour over whenever you are ready to enjoy!)…all on a pub bun.
“While brainstorming what to do for Burger Week we happened to also be watching the Canadian Men’s soccer team play in the world cup and it dawned on us. None of us had ever had a poutine burger before so what better time to start then Burger Week!”
Taylor Street Tavern (Downtown Portland)Venue website
What’s on it: Chargrilled Black Angus burger with green chili pork chorizo, pepper jack cheese on a toasted pub bun with avocado mash and spicy aioli.
“Our chargrilled Black Angus burger gets a Southwestern kick with savory green chili pork chorizo, melted pepper jack cheese, creamy avocado mash, and house spicy aioli, all served on a toasted pub bun. Bold, smoky, and packed with flavor in every bite.”
What’s on it: Angus Beef Kefta (24 hour fermented patty) char-grilled, melted American cheese, and shredded sirene (Bulgarian feta), homemade pickled cucumbers and shaved sweet onions, shoestring fries, topped with homemade hot honey, on a toasted pub bun.
“This burger brings us back to our childhood! We grew up eating doner kebabs with fries inside and we love stacking fries in our sandwiches! The traditional kefta, the Bulgarian sirene (similar to feta) is also such a staple in our country and pairing it with our hot honey elevates this burger! We are also using a very special, imported Bulgarian herb in our Balkan style burger sauce. Everything in this recipe is close to our hearts!”
What’s on it: A quarter-pound beef patty topped with 4 oz. of house-made pastrami, grilled red onion, Swiss cheese, and garlic aioli on a brioche bun. Served with your lunch side of choice: fries, coleslaw, or a side salad.
“We don’t make our house-cured deli meats every day. They’re reserved for special occasions. For Burger Week, we’re showcasing our first-ever housemade pastrami on a juicy burger with Swiss, grilled onions, and garlic aioli. Even better, every purchase helps support Meals on Wheels People’s mission to nourish older adults. Served with a lunch side of choice: fries, coleslaw, or a side salad.”
📍 5303 East Mill Plain Boulevard, Vancouver, WA 98661
What’s on it: Grilled beef patty (seasoned like a classic meatball), Gricia sauce made with cream, rendered bacon fat, pecorino romano, cracked and toasted black pepper, topped with crispy bacon, sundried tomato and hot honey pesto, soft and toasted pub bun finished like a garlic knot with garlic butter, parmiggiano, and parsley flakes!
“Before the Holy Trinity (Carbonara, Amatriciana, Cacio e Pepe), there was Gricia! This ancient Roman recipe is widely considered the mother of Roman pasta dishes! It originated around 400AD and we love to bring back a classic recipe that might be a little forgotten by the masses! Top that on top of our burger patty that is seasoned like a classic meatball with sundried tomato and hot honey pesto, brushed bun, like a garlic knot, with garlic butter, parmiggiano, and parsley flakes!”
What’s on it: Tomato-bacon-onion jam, peanut butter dijonnaise, and crispy onions.
“Boom! Who doesn't love a good PB&J- especially when the "PB" is uniquely tangy and creamy with Dijon and mayo and the "J" is sweet and savory with tomato, onion and BACON...all on a great burger. Homage to those who have "killed" it in the past, so that we can present this new explosion of flavor!”
What’s on it: House-made burger patty, fresh arugula, strawberry-jalapeño compote, and spreadable Brie on a brioche bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: We use Gardenburger brand veggie patties, which are vegetarian (not vegan)
“Sweet, fresh, and balanced. Our house-made beef patty is stacked with creamy Brie, peppery arugula, and house-made strawberry-jalapeño compote on a toasted brioche bun. Not into the heat? Request the compote without jalapeño. It’s summer on a bun!”
What’s on it: This sweet and salty burger has sungold tomato jam, two smash patties with pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, shredded iceberg, and basil aioli nestled between a Portland French bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes! It can be made vegan or vegetarian by substituting Beyond meat, tempeh bacon, and Daiya American cheese.
“Inspired by strolling through the local farmers markets and gazing upon what our lovely state produces, as well as our love for BLT's, this burger showcases one of Oregon's best summer delights: the Sungold cherry tomato!”
What’s on it: Black bean patty, cashew nacho cheeze, pickled jalapeños, Portland Fresh salsa, shredded lettuce, Oh yeah...A HOMEMADE BUN
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: All vegan
“"Let us raise an army of bastards!" You need not bend the knee, or swear a blood oath to try the greatest creation on our special menu since Dragon Fire! You need only enter the House of Secret Pizza and speak true! (...ya know...order?) Your mouth will do the rest. Daemon would burn down the free cities of Essos for this bad mofo! "We were always meant to burn together"- Rhaenyra Targaryen”
What’s on it: House-blended ground beef and chorizo patty with pepper jack, fresh guacamole, poblano aioli, pickled red onions, shredded lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun.
“We wanted to create a burger that lets chorizo shine without overwhelming the classic burger experience. By blending chorizo with fresh ground beef, every bite is juicy, savory, and perfectly seasoned. Fresh guacamole, poblano aioli, pepper jack, and pickled red onions add a creamy, smoky finish with just a little kick.”
What’s on it: Smash burger, French onions, Swiss cheese, house mustard, roasted garlic aioli.
“Our savory smash burger is layered with caramelized French onions, melted Swiss cheese, house mustard, and roasted garlic aioli—a rich, savory twist on a classic favorite. Available exclusively in Urban Farmer's Bar and The Living Room, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a casual bite and handcrafted cocktail.”
Veggie Grill by Next Level (Southwest Portland)Venue website
What’s on it: Crispy chik’n patty topped with house-made Nashville fire seasoning, grilled jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and crispy onion rings. Served on a butter toasted pretzel bun with Memphis sweet BBQ sauce and organic lettuce and tomato.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“Nashville-style heat hits first and keeps building, then sweet, smoky Memphis BBQ steps in to cool it back down. That fire-and-sweet tug-of-war is the whole point, finished with fresh organic lettuce and tomato. Born from our Smoky Mountain BBQ Burger, now reimagined with a crispy chik'n patty for Burger Week.”
Veggie Grill - Cedar Hills Crossing (Beaverton)Venue website
What’s on it: Crispy chik’n patty topped with house-made Nashville fire seasoning, grilled jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and crispy onion rings. Served on a butter toasted pretzel bun with Memphis sweet BBQ sauce and organic lettuce and tomato.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Yes
“Nashville-style heat hits first and keeps building, then sweet, smoky Memphis BBQ steps in to cool it back down. That fire-and-sweet tug-of-war is the whole point, finished with fresh organic lettuce and tomato. Born from our Smoky Mountain BBQ Burger, now reimagined with a crispy chik'n patty for Burger Week.”
What’s on it: Caramelized onions, bacon, whipped feta, guava jam, and arugula on a house pub bun.
“The Forbidden Snack! A towering burger stacked with smoky bacon, sweet caramelized onions, impossibly fluffy whipped feta, luscious guava jam, and a handful of peppery arugula, all tucked inside our toasted house pub bun. Sweet. Salty. Tangy. Rich.”
What’s on it: Smash patty, Hatch green chile, cilantro lime aioli, crispy onions, American cheese, bread & butter pickles, burger bun
“A zesty treat of a burger that offers a unique balance of savory, smoky heat, and earthy sweetness, brought together with the perfect crunch. Chomp away!”
Wolf's Head Portland (Central Eastside)Venue website
What’s on it: Deep fried pizza pocket, garlic-parmesan sauce, crushed Doritos.
“Sleepovers, upgraded. A crispy deep fried pizza pocket, creamy garlic parmesan, and a shower of crushed Doritos! Fries and soda not included in the $10 offer. Mountain Dew is a special menu addition for Burger Week only!”
📍 80 SE Madison Street Suite 100, Portland, OR 97214
What’s on it: Fresh ground brisket patty stuffed with pickled pepper cream cheese, live fire grilled on our Weber Ranch Kettle, slapped on top of crispy fried onions and slathered with sweet pepper jelly and cowboy crack. If you're feelin' wild, you can have us slap a slab of succulent, smokey brisket on top for just another $10 bucks!
“This is not the greatest burger in the world, no, this is just a Tribute. We somehow improved our most requested item of all time. In the wise words of Vulfpeck, it does indeed "Get Funkier." Long live the Sloppy Papí! HAPPY BURGER WEEK!”
“Juicy beef kafta meets creamy tahini, salty feta, shredded iceberg, pickles, and a bright, punchy tangle of onion, parsley, and sumac. Rich, tangy, crunchy, herby—it’s got a lot going on, in the best possible way.”
What’s on it: 100-yr-old family Korean BBQ recipe. Minced ground beef marinaded with Kalbi marinaded patty. Traditional bulgogi beef, melted mozzarella, melted American, garlic aioli and red pepper aioli, on a toasted hoagie bun.
🌱 Veg/vegan substitute: Tofu Kalbi patty sub
“The love of burgers, Korean food, and great American sandwiches mixed into one item!”
What’s on it: Brioche bun, seven-spice chicken, crunchy toum-dressed slaw, more toum, French fries.
“Seven-spice chicken, crunchy toum-dressed slaw, and a double hit of that unapologetically garlicky toum. Topped with a pile of fries, just like on the beaches of Beirut.”