NCJ Burger Week 2019

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Welcome to NCJ Burger Week!

2019

Join us in this week-long celebration of the glorious creation known as “the hamburger.” This year, 30 restaurants are participating in the revelry, using everything from duck and lamb to beets and quinoa to offer up mind boggling creations. And the bacon. So much beloved bacon.

Thirty burgers in nine days. Can you try them all?

We think you can. Godspeed.

NCJ Burger Week Pro Tips The deals are dine-in only.

No take-out. Sorry. You need to get out of the house and eat in a restaurant like a person anyway.

Sometimes restaurants run out of burgers.

Good news: #NCJBurgerWeek will be even meatier than last year’s inaugural event! That also means more fellow diners showing up and, because kitchens aren’t staffed with genies and supplies are not infinite, a given restaurant could run out of its #NCJBurgerWeek burger toward the end of a shift. If that happens, know that we feel your pain and it’s going to be OK. There’s always tomorrow, when you can come back and order the burger we all want you to have. Don’t let your hangry self get the better of you and remember that making and serving burgers is a noble calling. Be kind to those doing this important work.

Yes, you may have to wait.

As mentioned above, folks are excited for #NCJBurgerWeek. Word about last year has spread and your favorite participating spot may go from sleepy to packed. Don’t be surprised if you have to wait a little. Treat yourself to a beverage. Revel in the anticipation. And when your burger shows up in all its juicy glory, post about it on social media using #NCJBurgerWeek and you could win a prize.

Not tipping makes you that customer. Don’t be that customer.

We all get caught up in the excitement of a deal, but don’t lose your manners. Remember the folks cooking and serving are handling more orders and delivering a gourmet burger at a low price during the frenzy that is #NCJBurgerWeek. Tip at least 20 per cent and walk out with your head held high, making your parents and the NCJ team proud. Your patty purveyors will remember it when you come back.

You should get some fries and a drink, too.

You’re not required to buy anything else but can you really say you’ve had the full experience without some kind of fried side and a beverage? This is the perfect time to try out the fries, onion rings and other goodies our restaurant pals are dishing out while showing a little love to local businesses.

Is there craft beer on the menu? Milkshakes? Go big or go home, burger fans.

You can keep up with the madness on Facebook and Instagram. #NCJBurgerWeek is on Facebook and Instagram. Follow us and get up-to-date info on everything #NCJBurgerWeek while you peruse the foodporn. And don’t be shy — share your own burger photos using #NCJBurgerWeek and you might win something cool.

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM THE KICK ASS MUSHROOM & SWISS

AA Bar & Grill

BBQ BACON CHEESEBURGER PIZZA

Angelo’s Pizza Parlor

Beef burger patty with sauteed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and pickles.

(Offer good M-F 11 a.m.-2 p.m.)

Pizza cheese blend, barbecue sauce, onions, bacon, grass-fed burger, cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato.

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929 Fourth St., Eureka

215 Seventh St., Eureka

THE ELVIS’ HEARTBREAK

Peanut butter and two strips of bacon on a whole wheat bun with a burger choice of local grassfed beef, tofu, garden, chicken breast or breaded chicken breast.

BOB’S CHEESE SKIRT BURGER

Handpressed burger with spicy garlic aioli, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, bacon and crispy, house-fried onions.

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The Alibi

744 Ninth St., Arcata

Bob’s Footlongs 505 12th St., Fortuna

#NCJBURGERWEEK 2019

KOBE BEEF & LAMB BURGER WITH CHANTERELLE MUSHROOMS

A Kobe beef, lamb and wild chanterelle mushroom burger on a brioche bun.

THE MAC DADDY BURGER Homemade parmesan and garlic white buns, fresh ground USDA beef, bacon strip under melted cheese on a patty and homemade mac and cheese with bacon. Veggie toppings served on side, with optional coleslaw.

Brick & Fire

1630 F St, Eureka

No burgers served 6-8 p.m.

Also available at 2 Doors Down.

Double D Steak & Seafood 320 Main St., Fortuna

SOUTHWESTERN BRIO BURGER

A quinoa and black bean burger with ancho chile jam, caramelized onions, cilantro aioli and cheddar cheese on a Brio brioche bun.

SWEET ISLAND HEAT BURGER

A grilled Eel River grass-fed beef patty topped with melted provolone on a toasted bun with a gojuchang aioli, arugula, grilled pineapple and a sauté of chopped shishito peppers and caramelized onions.

Cafe Brio

791 G St, Arcata

Eel River Brewing Company 1777 Alamar Way, Fortuna

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM THE POPPER BURGER

Beef patty on torta bread with tomato, red onion, bacon, lettuce, morita sauce and a fried cream cheese popper served with sides of fries and jicama carrot slaw.

THE GYPPO FALAFEL BURGER

Chickpeas, herbs, spices and housemade hummus with cucumber and lettuce on a toasted bun.

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Fiesta Grill & Cantina

3525 Janes Road, Arcata

Gyppo Ale Mill

1661 Upper Pacific Drive, Shelter Cove

NACHO AVERAGE BURGER

Toasted bun, fried jalapeños, nacho cheese sauce, bacon, patty and caramelized onions

SOUTHEAST ASIAN DUCK BURGER

Mixture of beef and duck, served with Vietnamese-style pickled vegetables on a house made French bun.

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The Greene Lily 307 Second St., Eureka

Le Monde

2850 F St., Eureka

#NCJBURGERWEEK 2019

THE MADRONE BURGER We brought you the Portobello Burger last year. Come see what we’re cooking up for you this year!

RODEO FIESTA BURGER

Humboldt Grassfed Beef, caramelized onions, Mazzotti’s barbecue sauce, chipotle aioli, cilantro, and gorgonzola cheese on a house-baked bun.

The Madrone Brick Fire Pizza and Taphouse 421 Third St., Eureka

Mazzotti’s on the Plaza

773 Eighth St., Arcata

THE BURGER ON THE ROLL

Spicy tuna and avocado sandwiched between rice patties served on a bed of red cabbage drizzled with spicy aioli and Sriracha sauce.

THE LOCALVORE

Black bean, corn, tomato and rainbow quinoa patty and a variety of peppers served on a bun with lettuce, pickled onions and a housemade sauce, all sourced locally.

Masaki’s Kyoto Japanese Restaurant 320 F St., Eureka

Papa Wheelies

1584 Reasor Road, McKinleyville

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM THE PLAZA ZINGER

A 6-ounce burger patty, pico de gallo, pickled red onion, guacamole, pepper jack cheese and chipotle ranch.

THE BEETNIK BURGER

A 6-ounce beef patty topped with housemade beet ketchup and Cypress Grove Fromage Blanc, with baby arugula and red onions on toasted housemade ciabatta.

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Plaza Grill

780 Seventh St, Arcata

Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe 215 Seventh St., Eureka

MINI DANK BURGER

Specially seasoned ⅓ pound burger topped with tri-tip and your choice of cheese and fixin’s on a toasted bun.

THE PEACHY KING BURGER

A grass-fed burger topped with a peach habanero compote with Great White beer and prosciutto, Brie, fried onion straws, basil and Eel River Porter balsamic reduction on a pretzel bun.

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Porter Street BBQ of Eureka 421 Third St., Eureka

Red Lion Inn

1929 Fourth St., Eureka

#NCJBURGERWEEK THE VIP BURGER

Humboldt Grassfed Beef on a focaccia bun, with shredded romaine lettuce, fire-roasted pesto with marinated tomatoes, olive tapenade and a housemade burger spread.

Rivers Edge Grill & Bar

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Bear River Casino 11 Bear Paws Way, Loleta

Index by City

ARCATA The Alibi pg. 4 Cafe Brio pg. 5

MCKINLEYVILLE

Fiesta Grill & Cantina pg. 6

Papa Wheelies pg. 7 Six Rivers Brewery pg. 10

Mazzotti’s on the Plaza pg. 7

MCKINLEYVILLE

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Plaza Grill pg. 8 Roman's Kitchen pg. 9

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Toni’s 24 Hour Restaurant pg. 11

ARCATA

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EUREKA AA Bar & Grill pg. 4

EUREKA

Angelo’s Pizza Parlor pg. 4 Brick & Fire pg. 5

LOLETA River's Edge Restaurant at Bear River Casino pg. 9

LOLETA A seasoned Humboldt Grassfed Beef patty, hardwood crispy bacon, grilled jalapenos and choice of cheese, with homemade Sriracha mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion and a side of garlic fries.

Roman’s Kitchen

681 I St., Arcata

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FORTUNA Bob’s Footlongs pg. 4

FORTUNA DELL RIO RIO Wildwood DELL Waffles pg. 11

Double D Steak & Seafood pg. 5 Eel River Brewing Company pg. 5

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Smokin’ Barrels pg. 10

Le Monde pg. 6 The Madrone Brick Fire Pizza and Taphouse pg. 7 Masaki’s Kyoto Japanese Restaurant pg. 7 Porter Street BBQ of Eureka pg. 8 Ramone’s Bakery and Cafe pg. 8 Red Lion Inn pg. 8 Shamus T Bones pg.

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Taco Loco pg. 11

Sixth and E Neighborhood Eatery pg. 10

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Surfside Burger Shack pg. 11

GARBERVILLE SHELTER COVE Gyppo Ale Mill pg. 6

SHELTER COVE

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SRIRACHA BACON BURGER

The Greene Lily pg. 6

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM THE SHAMUS BADASS BURGER

A burger patty topped with goat cheese, tomato, avocado and onions on ciabatta bread.

CAPRESE BURGER

A farmers market-inspired burger with heirloom tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella and basil.

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Shamus T Bones

1911 Truesdale St., Eureka

Sixth & E Neighborhood Eatery 603 E St., Eureka

FRIED PICKLE BURGER

Eel River organic beef, house-smoked pork belly, fried pickles, melted Muenster cheese and sweet barbecue aioli on a toasted bakery roll.

THE SHAH BURGER

A Persian-inspired burger seasoned with onion, parsley and sumac, topped with roasted tomatoes and slathered with tzatziki.

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Six Rivers Brewery

1300 Central Ave., McKinleyville

Smokin’ Barrels

1095 S Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna

#NCJBURGERWEEK 2019

THE CHAPARELLI

Our 100 precent local grass-fed beef patty with Italian seasonings, chunky marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella on a toasted garlic bread bun served with an optional side of housemade zucchini sticks for an additional $5.

CANDIED BLEU CHEESE APPLE BURGER

A bacon bleu cheese burger with candied walnuts, sliced apples, honey mustard, sliced red onion and lettuce.

Surfside Burger Shack

445 Fifth St., Eureka

Toni’s 24 Hour Restaurant

1901 Heindon Road, Arcata

CRAZY TORTA

Our spicy chili Colorado pork cooked in a special homemade sauce, topped with lettuce, avocado, tomatoes and jalapeños served on a torta bun.

Trust us ... It’s crazy good!

WESTERN MAPLE DELUXE

Local grass-fed beef drenched in tangy barbecue sauce and melted cheddar cheese topped with crispy onion rings and adorned with housemade candy maple bacon, all nestled in a warm, fluff y, sweet fresh-made waffle.

Taco Loco

955 Main St., Fortuna

Wildwood Waffles

770 Wildwood Ave., Rio Dell

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FAT BURGER ALE

A HUMBOLDT COUNTY LIMITED-RELEASE, SMALL-BATCH CRAFT BEER Available during NCJ Burger Week at participating restaurants.

FAT BURGER ALE

was brewed to enhance the hamburger experience. This fine, gently seasoned ale takes a well balanced approach to a true burger friendly quencher. Fine imported malts and German Northern Brewer and Cascade hops fit the bill nicely with carefully selected seasonings from our Chef and Burger Master Jeremy. Hints of smoked chili, dill, mustard and BBQ will tantalize the taste buds and stimulate your appetite.

— Cheers, and Bon Appetit, Carlos, Brewmaster at 6 Rivers Brewery

A COL L AB ORAT ION B ET W E E N FR IE NDS

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