Local restaurants are raising the bar for Steinbach’s annual Burger Days, serving up mouth-watering creations you won’t want to miss. From Thursday, October 2 to Saturday, October 11, 14 restaurants and one brewery will showcase their best burgers during the popular event hosted by the Steinbach Chamber of Commerce. Watch video reviews of all the burgers below Executive Director Tessa Masi says this year’s burger lineup is incredible. “The restaurants, not only do they go all out, but they get really creative. So, I think what we're seeing this year is a lot of really great flavor profiles, maybe not so much like the enormous burgers, but really intentional flavour profiles.” She adds that Burger Days is a great way to bring the community together. “I think what makes it so special is that people are so eager to participate and support these amazing local restaurants. So, the amount of burgers that gets sold speaks for itself, that the community loves it.” Masi says the best way to enjoy the week is to dive in and take part as much as you can. “Get friends together, slice and dice the burgers, try lots of burgers, and then vote. Because we want to have a lot of people voting, and when you vote on best tasting, best presentation, or most creative, you can actually be entered to win gift cards to some of these great restaurants.” A new addition this year is an interactive Google map to help people plan their burger tour. “You can just click on the different icons on the map, and it will actually show you where all the restaurants are in case you're trying to navigate your most effective way of getting to all the restaurants in time. But we also do have some new restaurants this year, which is exciting.” Cast your vote for your favourite burger at SteinbachChamber.com for a chance to win one of three $100 prize packs. Don’t forget to snap a photo and share it with #BurgerDays to spread the delicious fun! Award-winning restaurants will be announced in three categories: Best Tasting Burger 2024: Best Tasting Burger Grand Champion: Santa Lucia Pizza “The SLP Gunslinger” Most Creative Burger 2024: Most Creative Burger Grand Champion: Frantz Inn “Jamaican Crispy Chicken Burger” Best Presentation 2024: Best Presentation Grand Champion: Doener Grill Express “Augusta Burger Check out the entries for Steinbach Burger Days 2025 Smitty’s - Southeast Bacon Burger All of our local favourites come together in this Bacon Lover's Burger - a made-to-order, daily sourdough bun from Old Church Bakery, paired with our housemade all-beef patty and classic Smitty's Burger Sauce, which you know and love. All topped with Bacon Jam made with Prairie Oil & Vinegar's Apple Cider and Bacon Ends from Earl's Meat Market, as well as classic strip bacon, New Bothwell's Jalapeño Monterey Jack Cheese, fresh produce from Prairie Wild in Kleefeld, and finished with Redpoll Farms Hamburger Pickles. We love this community and can't wait to raise a burger to toast it with you during Burger Days! .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Oakridge Greenhouse and Garden Centre – Mama Mia Burger Meet the Mama Mia - where rustic Italian flavours take root in garden-fresh charm. Our 1/3 lb grass-fed beef patty from local Benner Farms is layered with crispy prosciutto, housemade balsamic onion jam, antipasto-style marinated crimini mushrooms, and a pesto aioli blooming with herbaceous notes. Finished with crisp arugula, vine-ripened tomato, and melty mozzarella, all nestled in our beloved, house-baked focaccia - warm, soft & fragrant. It's a taste of Italy, all made in-house, with local ingredients and served with the greenhouse freshness Oakridge is known for. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Niakwa Pizza – Nacho Cheeseburger Pizza Made on our famous Niakwa pizza crust with pizza sauce, salsa, red and green peppers, white onions, beef, mozzarella, tomatoes, banana peppers, side bacon and a housemade queso drizzle. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } MJ’s Kafe – Beef N Bone Burger A bold burger built for the wild at heart. MJ's signature beef patty is seared to perfection and blanketed with melted cheese. It's then topped with a tender fall-off-the-bone barbecue rib for an irresistible duel of flavours. The kicker is a cheese bun luxuriously drizzled with MJ's cowboy butter. This Burger is crafted for those who crave depth of flavour in every bite. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Main Bread & Butter – The B & B Cutlet Classic The B & B Cutlet Classic is an original Edgers Cutlet served with a house made gremolata sauce, locally grown tomato, lettuce and a slice of Swiss cheese. All this served between a soft pretzel bun. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Doener Grill Express – Showstopper 2.0 Dive into "Showstopper 2.0." An iconic burger brought back to life with refinement. Two ground chuck angus beef patties smashed and layered with melted cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and tangy pickled red onion. All slathered with our signature maple bacon aioli and housemade burger sauce, topped with a red pepper popper, all hugged by a toasted golden bun. Served with a side of crispy fries. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Chicken Chef – The Greek Freak Our Greek Freak Burger is a combination of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. This flavourful Burger consists of a burger patty seasoned with Middle Eastern herbs and spices and a chicken thigh marinated in a Mediterranean style. This Burger is finished with vanilla Tzatziki sauce with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a slice of cheddar cheese. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Chino’s Bistro – Collection of Big Chino’s Our entry is a collection of BIG Chinos! It's a series of all things Bacon Cheeseburger-inspired. We don't do burgers, but we love them, so here is the BIG Chino Collection! A pizza, a Power bowl, a dip and an amazing Calzonewich!!! Help us decide which one to feature, and I'll send info, or simply use this pic and get your taste buds ready to dine with friends and try the whole collection!!! Local beef, with our Canadian' Cowcaine'Spice, cheese, pickles, bacon, lettuce, hickory sticks, tomatoes, onions, and did we say bacon! And topped off with our signature Burgza sauce!!! With extra to dip cause we all wanna dip, dip, as Daxton says! Come on into Chinos for Steinbach's own Burger-inspired BIG Chinos collection. Bet you can't try just one!!! .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } The Frantz Motor Inn – Golden Jubilee Crispy chicken burger with gochujang, honey, fresh garlic & sesame, topped with pickled cucumber salad, served with home-made potato chips with adobo sauce. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Forum & Bistro – Steinbach Crispy Pork Loin Burger Sink your teeth into a bold creation that layers juicy, 4+ marble breaded pork loin between a freshly baked bun. Each bite is elevated with a punch of wasabi mayo and the rich tang of our housemade ketchup. Crisp butter lettuce adds freshness, while creamy Fresca cheese melts into the savoury profile. To top it all off, we crown this masterpiece with smoky, crispy bacon, bringing balance between crunch, creaminess, and indulgence. A burger crafted to deliver comfort, heat, and flavour harmony in every bite. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Santa Lucia Pizza – The SLP “Chick”Cuterie Burger Fire-grilled, seasoned chicken breast crowned with creamy Brie, fresh spinach, warm cinnamon-roasted apple slices, and garlicky aioli, finished with a kiss of fig jam on a toasted ciabatta. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Boston Pizza – Honey Bacon Crush Grilled quarter-pound pure Canadian beef patty, 2 strips of honey bacon, green leaf lettuce & fresh tomato, 2 crispy onion rings dusted in a chilli-lime dry rub, drizzled with a honey-dill, sriracha, medium heat sauce, on a toasted Brioche bun, topped with a crown of melted mozzarella & cheddar cheeses, & another dusted onion ring! Served with fries, Caesar or Garden Salad. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } Grandpa’s Cafe – The Velvet Crown Savour royalty in every bite. A handcrafted chuck beef patty, infused with caramelized chorizo and Dijon mustard, bound with eggs and breadcrumbs for deep, savoury richness. Crowned with black truffle and red wine cheese, crisp onion fritters, and housemade agave-cured bacon. Finished with roasted garlic aioli, chef's signature BBQ21 sauce, sliced plum tomato, and cumin-lime drizzled spring greens, all nestled in a toasted artisan bun. The Velvet Crown isn't just a burger; it's an experience. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } The Public Brewhouse & Gallery – Key Lime Pie Sour The Public Brewhouse and Gallery is offering a tart chaser for all the amazing burgers of Burger Days. Inspired by a classic dessert, citrusy refreshment, and a hint of graham crackers, this combination creates a zesty and smooth thirst-quencher. The Key Lime Pie Sour is perfect for cleansing your palate before, during, and after Burger after Burger after Burger! So get in lime, and don't miss out on the Burger Days Key Lime Pie Sour from The Public. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; } IRAL Creatives Steinbach – Wah Gwaan Burger (What’s Up? Burger) This is a Jamaican-inspired burger created by DRG Restaurant, crafted with authentic Caribbean spices and the juicy, tender cuts of local Manitoba high-quality beef. Served on freshly baked golden buns, it's dripping with your choice of our specially crafted spicy mayo or sweet Irie sauce, with just the right touch of spice to keep you coming back. Available in single or double patty options! Steinbach United Church, located at 541 Main Street, Steinbach (in the back) Proceeds from the IRAL CSI Youth Programs are dedicated to supporting artistic growth and fostering cross-cultural collaboration. "We serve the taste you will never forget!" Wah Gwaan Burger — To di world!