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Though the 2021 Burger Cup came to a close a few weeks ago, here at the Beijinger the mouthwatering competition is still fresh in our minds. Simply put, we just can’t get over how bomb all those burgers were!
This year’s cup didn’t disappoint, especially near the final rounds, when it seemed as if upstart Slider Nation – which had attended previous Burger Fests as Sliders by Henry – seemed poised to become a Cinderella story, knocking out last year’s champ Side Street before moving on to take out Great Leap Brewing.
However, their hopes were dashed by 2017 champs Q Mex, who wound up placing an admirable second to Slow Boat Brewery, the Burger Cup’s most decorated winner with an impressive five titles to date.
Best New Burger: Burge’s Bistro & Bar
Their must-try burger: Burge’s Beef Burger (RMB 78)
We're a sucker for a burger that fancies itself...well, fancy, and Burge's Beef Burger does not disappoint. Just feast your eyes on this Wagyu beef patty topped with melted buffalo mozzarella cheese, wine-caramelized onions, and a balsamic mustard sauce. They took a simple ‘ol burger from 0 to 100 real quick.
And now… drum roll please… the Top 12 Burgers of 2021 are as follows:
No. 12: Fatburger
Their must-try burger: Triple Burger (RMB 90)
The only international chain that made it onto our list, Fatburger hails all the way from Los Angeles, where it was founded in 1947. They keep it simple but big: cheese topped beef patties with chopped lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, sandwiched between a mustard-coated bun.
No. 11: Arrow Factory Brewing
Their must-try burger: El Ranch Hand Burger (RMB 88)
This burger spices things up with a trip south of the US-Mexican Border – featuring sour cream, salsa, guacamole, Sriracha, chorizo crumble, cilantro, and a tortilla “haystack” all piled high on a beef patty.
No. 10: Blue Frog
Their must-try burger: Truffle Mushroom Wagyu Burger (RMB 128)
One of Beijing’s OG burger slingers delivers yet again with a hamburger steak meal on ‘roids in sandwich form. This monster consists of a Wagyu beef patty with sautéed mushrooms, truffle flavored mashed potatoes, and teriyaki sauce. Decadently mouthwatering to say the least.
No. 9: Side Street
Their must-try burger: The K.O. (RMB 78)
Arguably the best of the burgers from the 2020 Burger Cup champ is the K.O., with its two smashed beef patties topped with two different melted cheeses, caramelized “IPA” onions, and a rich, tangy with hints of peanut K.O. sauce.
No. 8: Beersmith Gastropub
Their must-try burger: Wagyu Beef Sliders with Special Cheese Sauce (RMB 148 for 4)
Beersmith takes the mini-burger – aka slider – formula and dials it up a notch, drenching each of their Wagyu beef patties topped with lettuce and tomato in a melted cheese sauce for a rich, gooey eating experience.
No. 6: Jing-A
Their must-try burger: Stout Bacon Cheeseburger (RMB 85)
This burger pairs well with Jing-A’s unique brews. An Australian beef patty smothered in American cheese and a special Black Velvet Stout syrup, topped off with bacon, mayo, red onion, and pickled gerkins.
No. 4: Slider Nation
Their must-try burger: The H2 (RMB 165)
Sliders are an art form in and of themselves in the burger world, and Slider Nation does them justice. The H2 is a pack of these burgers – six small Wagyu beef patties topped with cheese, pickles, and a special “crack” sauce, all inside their own fluffy Hawaiian rolls served with a heaping side of duck fat fries.
No. 3: Home Plate BBQ
Their must-try burger: Pulled Pork Burger (RMB 55)
Home Plate’s Pulled Pork burger is American South-style barbecue done right. Their signature, juicy, slightly sweet pulled pork gets topped with a crisp and tangy coleslaw on a sesame seed bun. Easy to scarf down and ask for more with this one.
No. 2: Q MEX Bar & Grill
Their must-try burger: Double Burger (RMB 68)
Q MEX has some interesting takes on the burger (chorizo patties anyone?) but we’ll place our bet on their classic Double Burger. It features two cheese topped Australian beef patties, mayo, special sauce and a side of coleslaw and fries. Doesn’t get much simpler than that.
READ: Return of the Champ: Slow Boat Earns Fifth Title with 2021 Burger Cup Win!
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