Calling all burger lovers! Now through Nov. 23, Creative Loafing and Feeding Tampa Bay are teaming up once again for the 10th annual Tampa Bay Burger Week, featuring exclusive dine-in and takeout burger specials—and deals on beer and cocktails—at some of the Bay area’s favorite restaurants.

With support from Cheney Brothers Inc., which is providing spending credits to participating eateries, this year’s Burger Week celebrates community and culinary creativity across Tampa Bay.

A portion of proceeds benefits Feeding Tampa Bay, helping fuel the fight against hunger in our region.

Guests can also sip a Channelside or 81Bay Brew with their burger and share their experience on Instagram using #TampaBayBurgerWeek for a chance to win restaurant gift certificates and VIP event tickets. For a full list of participating restaurants, specials, and contest details, visit tampabayburgerweek.com.

Gourmet cheeseburger topped with caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms on a brioche bun, served with a side of crispy french fries in a metal cup.

The Dan

THE “DAN” BURGER—lunch (single patty) $18 and dinner (double patty) $24 

8 oz. American Wagyu patty, sautéed mushrooms, ale onions, Swiss & American cheese, grilled brioche bun. 905 N Florida Ave., Tampa 

A massive double cheeseburger on a brioche bun, piled high with crispy golden tater tots and melted white cheese sauce.

Dairy Rich

Compound Butter Burger—$15

2 smash patties, Garlic Herb Compound butter, provolone cheese, Cheese curds, Habanero Ranch.  3109 US-19 ALT, Palm Harbor

A large gourmet burger with a side of thick-cut french fries, served on a white plate at a bar with a well-stocked liquor shelf and a TV screen visible in the background.

Elevage

New Orleans Style Smash Burger—$32

Voodoo NOLA crawfish remoulade | crawtator fries | smoked provolone | house-made bacon | sweet heat pickles.  1207 South Howard Avenue, Tampa

A gourmet burger on a brioche bun topped with crispy fried onions and bacon, served with a side of sweet potato fries, lettuce, tomato, and red onion, all on a rustic ceramic plate.

Teak

Black and Blue Burger—$22

7 oz wagyu patty, topped with candied bacon, blue cheese, blackened crispy onion strings, horseradish aioli. 840 2nd Avenue NE, St. Pete

Pier Teaki

Black and Blue Burger—$22

7 oz wagyu patty, topped with candied bacon, blue cheese, blackened crispy onion strings, horseradish aioli. 800 2nd Ave NE 5th Floor, St. Petersburg

A tall, gourmet burger featuring a thick beef patty, melted cheese, arugula, caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and large chunks of glazed pork belly, all served on a brioche bun with a toothpick.

Birch & Vine

The Prime Reserve Burger—$26

6 oz blend of dry-aged chuck, short rib and brisket, smoked gouda, crispy shallot haystack, black garlic truffle aioli, Bourbon-onion marmalade, pork belly, Petite arugula, beef fat toasted brioche bun. 340 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg

A square-shaped meatloaf burger or thick beef patty on a ciabatta bun, topped with a creamy, orange-colored spicy cheese sauce or special sauce, served with a generous side of golden french fries.

The Canopy at The Birchwood

I would do anything for love… Burger—$22

Meatloaf style patty (8oz), toasted ciabatta bun, garlicky pickles, molten pimento cheese, Minted Arugula. 

Two gourmet sliders, each with a beef patty, fresh greens, pickled vegetables, and a cherry tomato skewer, served with a side of crispy curly fries on a wooden board at a bar with a colorful liquor display in the background.

The Brinehouse

Bahn Mi Burger Sliders—$17

Bahn Mi Burger Sliders- Pickled Jalapenos, Cucumber Salad, Havarti Cheese, Red Chili Cilantro Aioli on 2 Brioche Slider Buns, served w/ Sidewinder Fries. 100 Main St Suite 104, Safety Harbor

A large, freshly baked pizza topped with ground beef, melted cheese, shredded lettuce, and a special drizzle sauce, resembling a cheeseburger or "Big Mac" pizza, served on a metal pizza pan with a sesame seed crust.

Madison Ave Pizza

“The Return of the Mac” Pizza—14” $26.99 18” $33.99

Sesame seed crust, mac sauce base, mozzarella, american, ground beef, shredded iceberg, diced onion, thin sliced pickle, mac sauce topper. 2660 Bayshore Blvd, Dunedin

A double-patty gourmet burger on a toasted bun, layered with melted white cheese, fresh onion rings, crispy potato sticks (papas paille), and a special pink sauce, garnished with parsley, served on a white plate with a side of extra sauce.

Pipo’s 

Frita Cubana—$16

8oz Beef/Chorizo Patty blend, white american cheese, potato sticks, minced onions, tomato, garlic aioli, with a stack of yuca fries. 9531 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg

Bulla 

Bulla Burger—$12

Piquillo peppers, caramelized onions, tetilla cheese, brioche bun, honey thyme glaze. 930 S Howard Ave, Tampa

A vibrant seafood burger (likely shrimp or prawn) on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, and a creamy white sauce, garnished with a decorative nautical-themed toothpick, served with a side of golden french fries and a lemon wedge on a wooden board.

The Helm Seafood Parlour 

The Helm Burger—$28

Blend of chuck, brisket and short rib, butter poached lobster, herb aioli, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion on brioche. 7736 Blind Pass Rd, St Pete Beach

A juicy gourmet burger featuring a beef patty, crispy fried onions, and thick strips of bacon, all on a toasted bun with a flag reading "Maker's 46." It's served on a rustic plate, with a blurred bottle of Maker's Mark 46 bourbon in the background.

American Social

AmSo Burger—$12

AmSo beef blend patty, crispy leeks, cheddar cheese, bourbon glaze, bacon, brioche bun. 601 S Harbour Island Blvd #107, Tampa

A towering double cheeseburger with two beef patties, melted cheddar cheese, thick bacon, and a generous pile of crispy fried onions, served with golden french fries and a pickle spear in a red and white checkered basket, with a glass of beer in the background.

The Dunedin Smokehouse

Crunchwrap Burger—$16

Southwestern Seasoned Burger w/ Refried Beans, Lettuce, Tomato, Pepperjack Cheese Blend, Corn Salsa & Lime Crema on a Tostada Wrapped in a Grilled Flour Tortilla served w/ Hand Cut Fries.  471 Main St, Dunedin

A substantial burger or patty melt served between two slices of toasted bread, layered with melted cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, skewered with a steak knife, and presented on a metal tray lined with newspaper-print paper, alongside a small basket of french fries and a cup of ketchup. A "Bud Light" sign is visible in the blurred background.

Thirsty First

Thirsty First Burger—$16

Bacon, American Cheese, Beer Glazed Caramelized Onions, Thirsty Sauce and 2 Smashed Patties served on Texas Toast with Fries. 515 Central Ave, St. Petersburg

A gourmet mini burger or slider on a toasted brioche bun, featuring a beef patty, crisp lettuce, a vibrant coleslaw or kimchi topping, and a dark sauce drizzle, skewered with a decorative toothpick, served on a speckled blue ceramic plate. Menu / Appetizer Feature

Wagamama

wagyu-mama beef slider—$7

wagyu-mama beef slider: korean fire. wagyu beef patty. korean bbq sauce. lettuce. kimchi slaw. chili garlic mayo. 1050 Water St, Tampa

A person's hand pressing down on a generously stacked barbecue sandwich with a golden brioche bun, filled with tender smoked brisket or pulled pork, topped with sliced pickles and vibrant pink pickled red onions, all resting on butcher paper.

The Brisket Shoppe

The Buccaneer!!—$24

1/2 Akaushi Wagyu brisket handmade burger slow smoked & a brisket burnt end topper griddled with melted cheddar cheese, garlic aioli, house pickles and red onions all on a sourdough brioche from State Flour. Accompanied with wagyu tallow fries. 3501 N Armenia Ave, Tampa

A gourmet burger on a toasted bun, with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a pickle spear, served alongside a pile of golden french fries and a tall glass of beer, all on a white plate on a marble table by a window.

Grace Restaurant 

Grace Burger—$28

8oz Angus Beef Brisket & Chuck, Gorgonzola butter, bacon, tempura jalapenos, brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, red onion and pickle. 120 8th Ave, St Pete Beach

A person's hand holding a half-eaten, open-faced sub sandwich filled with well-seasoned meat (possibly steak or pork), caramelized onions, and a savory sauce, wrapped in paper, and resting on a white and red striped wooden table.

Mazzarros 

Smashed Italian—$10

2 smash patties, sundried tomato aioli, bacon, balsamic onion, black wax cheddar, on a housemade kaiser bun. 2909 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg

A hearty double cheeseburger on a toasted brioche bun, layered with two beef patties, melted white cheese, diced red peppers, and a sauce, served in a white enamel dish with a side of crispy fried potato strings or haystack onions. A mug of beer and a comic book-themed placemat are in the background.

Streetlight Taco

Chorizo & Beef Blend Burger—Single $10 / Double $13

Chorizo & beef blend burger, cheese, chipotle escabeche, ketchup, mayo, pico + side of papitas. 4004 Henderson Blvd, Tampa

A gourmet burger on a toasted brioche bun, generously topped with melted white cheese, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and possibly other savory elements, skewered with a pickled banana pepper. It's served on a white plate with a large pile of golden french fries on a wooden table.

The Rez Grill at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino & Hotel

The 50/50 Burger—$21

With bacon, mushrooms, caramelized onions, blue cheese. 5223 Orient Rd, Tampa

A classic cheeseburger with melted cheddar cheese and a pickle skewer, served open-faced on a white plate with a generous side of golden french fries, ketchup, and mayonnaise. In the background, a basket of chicken wings or nuggets and a dark beverage are visible.

Cheeky’s Fish & Raw Bar

Classic Smash Burger—$17

Grilled Onions, Melted American Cheese, Special Sauce, Sesame Bun w/ French Fries.

A colossal gourmet burger on a sesame seed bun, featuring a beef patty, melted cheese, crispy fried chicken or fish, and generous drizzles of two different white sauces, served with french fries and a small metal cup of sauce in a blue plastic basket on a red table with a restaurant menu visible.

Cheeky’s Fish & Raw Bar

Fried Oyster Burger—$24

Fried Oysters on a Cheddar Smashburger, Onions, Lettuce, Garlic Mayo, Sesame Bun w/ Fries.

2823 Central Ave, St. Petersburg

A well-built cheeseburger on a sesame seed bun, featuring a beef patty, melted cheddar cheese, fresh crisp lettuce, and a creamy special sauce, skewered with a wooden pick. A side of golden french fries and a blurred background of warm restaurant lights complete the scene.

Tampa Burgers & Pirate’s

Smash Burger—$16

A juice double patty with cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, a special smash sauce, pickles, and cooked to perfection. 777 N Ashley Dr D1, Tampa

A gourmet burger on a brioche bun, featuring a beef patty, crispy bacon, melted cheese, sliced avocado, and a fresh green topping (possibly jalapeño or another leafy green), served on brown paper in front of a wall with an intricate, metallic-toned mask or face art.

Jimmy’s Tacos

Guac & Roll—$17

A flavor bomb stacked with bacon, guac, Colby Jack cheese, and garlicky mayo with a side of fries — it’s everything you crave in one messy, delicious bite. 1604 N 17th St, Tampa

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This article appears in Nov. 13 – 19, 2025.