All you can eat $30 / Kids $15
Price for children includes
non-alcoholic beverages and free access to Kids' Zone activities.
Water & Juice $1
Sides & Sweets $3
Beer $5
*No advance ticketing means come early.
AAA BAR The Chopped Beef Sandwich—oak-smoked AAA beef chopped and topped with bourbon-maple BBQ sauce. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. NO TAKEOUT. 138 Adelaide St. E. 416-850-2726, http://tripleabar.ca
BARQUE SMOKEHOUSE Smoked-ham burger with tomatoes, arugula, aged cheddar, and spicy cherry jam. 299 Roncesvalles Ave 416-532-7700, http://www.barque.ca/
BIG SMOKE BURGER (EATON CENTRE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 220 Yonge Street 416-593-8880, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (KING EAST) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 50 King St E 416-947-9500, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (KING WEST) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 573 King Street West 416-596-6660, http://bigsmokeburger.com BIG SMOKE BURGER (YONGE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 830 Yonge St 416-922-8585, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (YORKDALE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 3401 Dufferin Street 647-352-3700 , http://bigsmokeburger.com BNB (THE SHERATON) Bison burger with arugula, cured tomato, garlic aioli, and Irish porter cheddar. 123 Queen Street West (416) 361-6363, http://www.bnbtoronto.com/
BQM Ground chuck with grilled pineapple, jalapeño, curry aioli, lettuce, and tomato. AVAILABLE ONLY BETWEEN NOON AND 4 P.M.; NO TAKEOUT. 210 Ossington Ave. 416-850-1919, http://www.bqmburger.com
BQM QUEEN WEST Ground chuck with grilled pineapple, jalapeño, curry aioli, lettuce, and tomato. AVAILABLE ONLY BETWEEN NOON AND 4 P.M.; NO TAKEOUT. 354 Queen St. W. (416) 792-7792, http://www.bqmburger.com
BURGER BRATS Ground chuck burger with Canadian cheddar and bacon, an onion ring, and smoky BBQ ranch sauce. NO CALL-IN ORDERS OR ORDERS AFTER MIDNIGHT FRIDAY. 254 Adelaide St West 647-352-4786, http://www.burgerbrats.ca/
BURGER SHOPPE Chuck patty with black-bean and jalapeño chili, chipotle aioli, lettuce, and tomato. 688 Queen St. E. 416-850-7026, http://www.burgershoppe.com DAVE'S... ON ST. CLAIR Ground beef with arugula, horseradish aioli, house-made pickles, and shaved red onion on a house-made potato bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY; NO TAKEOUT. 730 St. Clair Ave. W. 416-657-3283, http://davesonstclair.com/
E11EVEN American wagyu meatball burger with pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, and fresh basil. $13. 15 York St, Maple Leaf Square 416-815-1111, http://www.e11even.ca
EMMA’S COUNTRY KITCHEN Crispy corn and chickpea fritter with lemon-basil mayo, shaved cucumber, pickled red onion, and baby arugula. LUNCH ONLY. 1108 St. Clair W. 416-652-3662, http://emmascountrykitchen.com
FIDEL GASTRO'S LISA MARIE Coarse ground beef with house-made pineapple-chili ketchup and banh mi slaw. AVAILABLE THURSDAY TO SATURDAY, 11 A.M. TO 3 P.M. ONLY. 638 Queen Street West 647-748-6822, http://www.fidelgastro.ca/
FRANK Meat: Beef patty, American cheddar, lettuce, tomato, shaved red onions, and crispy bacon. Seafood: Shrimp and salmon patty, grilled marinated king oyster mushroom, lettuce, fiddlehead, and scallion ketchup. Vegan: Chickpea and mushroom patty, spicy roasted peppers, lettuce, roasted garlic, and arugula pesto. Each option $17. 317 Dundas St W (416) 979-6688, http://www.ago.net/frank/
GAME DAY Beef burger spiced with chimichurri, topped with melted cheddar, and served all-dressed. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 614 College St. 647-349-9464, GANGSTER BURGER Beef patty, sauteed kimchi, chipotle mayo, fried egg, and Gangster goo (spicy ketchup). 607 Queen St. W. 416-352-3375, http://www.gangsterburger.com/
GLADSTONE HOTEL MELODY & BALLROOM CAFE Beef short-rib burger,* tomato marmalade, pickled red onions, lettuce, and Kozlik’s mustard. (*Can be substituted with a house-made taro-root burger.) NO TAKEOUT. 1214 Queen St. W. (416) 531-4635, http://www.gladstonehotel.com/
GOODS & PROVISIONS Beef and bone-marrow burger with smoked bacon, tomato- and-shallot relish, and cheddar mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 1124 Queen St East 647-340-1738, http://www.goodsandprovisionsrestaurant.com/
HABITS GASTROPUB Stuffed burger with beer-braised short ribs and smoked cheddar, topped with roasted citrus-beet relish on a brioche bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. DINE IN ONLY. 928 College St. 416-533-7272, http://habitsgastropub.com/
HADLEY'S Ground chuck and bacon with pineapple relish, smoked provolone, and wasabi mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY. 940 College St. 416-588-3113, http://www.hadleys.ca/ HARD ROCK CAFÉ Slider trio: Pulled pork, pulled chicken, and cheeseburger. NO TAKEOUT. 279 Yonge St. 416-362-3636, http://www.hardrock.com/toronto
HEY MEATBALL (COLLEGE) Two grass-fed beef patties, cheese, spicy special sauce, lettuce, and tomato jam on a ciabatta loaf. 719 College St. 416-546-1483, http://heymeatball.ca
HEY MEATBALL (RONCESVALLES) Two grass-fed beef patties, cheese, spicy special sauce, lettuce, and tomato jam on a ciabatta loaf. 89 Roncesvalles Avenue (647) 748-0439, http://heymeatball.ca
HOGTOWN PUB AND OYSTERS Chuck patty with truffle aioli, moliterno cheese, lettuce, and tomato in a corn tortilla. (Two per order.) CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 633 College St. 416-645-0285, http://www.thehogtownpub.com/
HOLY CHUCK BURGERS One beef and one bacon patty, double cheese, bacon, and homemade bacon dressing. 1450 Yonge St. 416-962-4825, http://holychuckburgers.com
INDIE ALEHOUSE Brisket/sirloin/short-rib/chuck burger with pulled pork, adobo BBQ sauce, avocado crema, and fresh mozzarella. NO TAKEOUT; NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 7 P.M. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. 2876 Dundas St. W. 416-760-9691, http://www.indiealehouse.com
INSOMNIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE Beef patty with thickly cut maple glazed bacon, caramelized onions, lettuce, and balsamic aioli on a milk bun. NO TAKEOUT; NOT OFFERED DURING WEEKEND BRUNCH. 563 Bloor St. W. 416-588-3907, http://www.insomniacafe.com
JOHN & SONS OYSTER HOUSE DOWNTOWN Smoked Fanny Bay oyster slider, crispy prosciutto, iceberg lettuce, chipotle aioli, and smoked Roma tomatoes. AVAILABLE FOR LUNCH ONLY. 56 Temperance St. 416-703-5111, http://johnandsonsoysterhouse.tumblr.com/
JOHN & SONS OYSTER HOUSE UPTOWN Smoked Fanny Bay oyster slider, crispy prosciutto, iceberg lettuce, chipotle aioli, and smoked Roma tomatoes. AVAILABLE FOR LUNCH ONLY. 1 Balmoral Ave. 416-515-0551, http://johnandsonsoysterhouse.tumblr.com/
KITCH Beef patty with crunchy, cheesy nachos, pico de gallo, guacamole, and jalapeños. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 229 Geary Ave. 647-350-4555, http://www.kitchbar.com/
LICK'S (KINGSTON RD) Jerk burger stuffed with a mozzarella/cheddar blend, sautéed onions, and peppers. 4543 Kingston Rd (416) 287-9300, http://www.lickshomeburgers.com/
LICK'S (YORK MILLS) Jerk burger stuffed with a mozzarella/cheddar blend, sautéed onions, and peppers. 860 York Mills 416-391-3113, http://www.lickshomeburgers.com/
MILDRED'S TEMPLE KITCHEN Herb and garlic burger with mushroom ragout, pecorino, arugula, and charred scallion aioli on ciabatta. NOT AVAILABLE AT BRUNCH SATURDAY. 85 Hanna Ave. 416-588-5695, http://www.templekitchen.com/
MURRAYS SANDWICH EMPORIUM Two all-beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, sautéed onions, and Murray mayo. 671 Queen St West (647) 345-7644, OLIFFE (ROSEDALE) Coarsely ground PEI beef patty stuffed with cold-smoked blue cheese (two patties, sold raw for home cooking). 1097 Yonge St. 416-928-0296, http://www.olliffe.ca
OLLIFFE (QUEEN) Coarsely ground PEI beef patty stuffed with cold-smoked blue cheese (two patties, sold raw for home cooking). 1378 Queen St E 416 778 6328, http://www.olliffe.ca/
PROHIBITION GASTROHOUSE Ground pork, Georgia-peach glaze, and applewood-smoked cheddar on a homemade sesame bun. 696 Queen St. E. 416-406-2669, http://www.myprohibition.com/
REAL SPORTS BAR & GRILL Spicy fennel sausage, cured bacon, BBQ pulled pork, peameal bacon, and bacon-maple mustard sauce. 15 York St., Maple Leaf Square 416-815-7325, http://realsports.ca/
RIVERSIDE PUBLIC HOUSE Ground chuck with smoked mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, red onion, house made pickles, and special sauce on a sesame bun. 725 Queen St E 647-348-0880, http://www.riversidepublichouse.com
ROCK LOBSTER Ground chuck, Old Bay seasoning, nova Scotia lobster, lettuce, and garlic-and-lemon mayo on an egg-washed bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 110 Ossington Ave 416-312-7662, RUDE BOY Brisket/chuck patty topped with house-cured tongue pastrami, bacon Thousand Island dressing, Gruyère, and Rude Boy sauerkraut 397 Roncesvalles Ave. 416-533-3269,
SAMUEL J. MOORE Chopped-sirloin burger with beef bacon, aged cheddar, pickles, and homemade ketchup on brioche. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 1087 Queen St. W. 416-897-8348
SHAKEY'S ORIGINAL BAR AND GRILL INC. / ROWE FARMS Porchetta-style Rowe Farm's pork burger with braised bitter greens and smoked-asiago “Cheese Whiz.” 2255 Bloor Street West (416) 767-0608, http://www.shakeys.ca/
SLIDER REVOLUTION Rib slider with Korean BBQ sauce, kimchee, cucumbers, green- onion aioli, and toasted sesame seeds. Prime-rib slider with bacon jam, smoked cheddar, and arugula. Pulled pork, pico de gallo, cheddar, avocado crema, and tortilla strips. (Choice of two sliders for $5.) 673 Danforth Ave. 416-848-1512, http://sliderrevolution.com/
SOUTH ST. BURGER (ISLINGTON) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 1020 Islington Ave. 416-239-8957, http://www.southstburger.com SOUTH ST. BURGER (MIDTOWN) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 2383 Yonge St. 647-343-6744, http://www.southstburger.com
SOUTH ST. BURGER (WICKSTEED) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 45 Wicksteed Ave. 647-350-1518, http://www.southstburger.com
SPIRITHOUSE Canadian prime chuck, mustard-grilled patty, charred red-onion relish, pickle, cheddar, and SpiritHouse special “spread.” CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 487 Adelaide St. W. 647-277-1187, http://spirithousetoronto.com
THE BEET ORGANIC CAFÉ Spiced lamb kofta burger with yogurt cheese, spicy tomato jam, and cucumber on a sesame kamut bun. NO TAKEOUT, SUBSTITUTIONS, OR RESERVATIONS. 2945 Dundas St. W. 416-916-2368, http://www.thebeet.ca
THE BURGERNATOR Beef patty, smoked BBQ sauce, cheddar, onion rings, and chili salsa. LUNCH ONLY. 269 Augusta Ave 647-748-0990, http://www.theburgernator.com/
THE CALEDONIAN Traditional Scottish haggis burger topped with caramelized onions and whisky cheese sauce. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. DINE-IN ONLY. 856 College St. 416-547-9827, http://thecaledonian.ca
THE DAKOTA TAVERN Brisket/hanger steak/chuck blend with grilled Vidalia onion, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, house-made pickle, and chipotle mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 249 Ossington Ave. 416-850-4579, http://www.thedakotatavern.com
THE EMERSON Brisket/chuck/ribeye patty with Beemster cheese sauce, caramelized onions, garlic aioli, lettuce, and tomato, with a kosher pickle. CLOSED FOR LUNCH; NO TAKEOUT. 1279 Bloor St. W. 416-532-1717
THE GOOD FORK Grilled-cheese burger, Fred’s ancient grain bread, smoked gouda, shallot tarragon jam, and remoulade. 2432 Bloor St West 647-352-5955, http://goodfork.ca/
THE HAPPY HOOKER Crispy shrimp patty, tartar sauce, lettuce, jalapeños, tomato, and two strips of bacon. 887 Dundas St. W. 647-769-4243, http://happyhookerfish.ca/
THE LAKEVIEW RESTAURANT Beef patty with maple caramelized onions, lemon-chive mayo, onion fritters, fries, and salad with honey-balsamic vinaigrette. NOT AVAILABLE FOR LATE-NIGHT OR WEEKEND BRUNCH. 1134 Dundas St. W. 416-850-8886, http://thelakeviewrestaurant.ca
THE STOCKYARDS SMOKEHOUSE & LARDER Chicken fried–steak burger stuffed with smoked pimento cheese, topped with gravy mayo, sausage gravy, and pickled greens. 699 St Clair Ave West 416-658-9666, http://www.thestockyards.ca/
THE WORKS (DANFORTH) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 888 Danforth Ave 647-748-4455, http://www.worksburger.com/
THE WORKS (QUEEN EAST) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 1953 Queen St E 416-686-6516, http://www.worksburger.com/
THE WORKS (WELLINGTON) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 60 Wellington St E 416-594-9675, http://www.worksburger.com/
THIS END UP Grilled ground chuck, seared hickory-smoked pork belly, tomato and apple chutney, white cheddar, umami mayo, and arugula. 1454 Dundas St W (647) 347-8700, http://thisendup.ca
UTOPIA CAFÉ AND GRILL Italian sausage and beef patty with mozzarella, pesto aioli, and spicy roasted–red pepper ketchup. 586 College St. 416-534-7751, http://utopiacafe.ca
WHIPPOORWILL RESTAURANT AND TAVERN Top butt and brisket, steamed white cheddar, sweet sandwich mustard, garlic pickle relish, and ballpark garnishes. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY. 1285 Bloor St. W. (416) 530-2999
AAA BAR The Chopped Beef Sandwich—oak-smoked AAA beef chopped and topped with bourbon-maple BBQ sauce. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. NO TAKEOUT. 138 Adelaide St. E. 416-850-2726, http://tripleabar.ca
BARQUE SMOKEHOUSE Smoked-ham burger with tomatoes, arugula, aged cheddar, and spicy cherry jam. 299 Roncesvalles Ave 416-532-7700, http://www.barque.ca/
BIG SMOKE BURGER (EATON CENTRE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 220 Yonge Street 416-593-8880, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (KING EAST) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 50 King St E 416-947-9500, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (KING WEST) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 573 King Street West 416-596-6660, http://bigsmokeburger.com BIG SMOKE BURGER (YONGE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 830 Yonge St 416-922-8585, http://bigsmokeburger.com
BIG SMOKE BURGER (YORKDALE) Ground chuck with lettuce, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and house-made “green” sauce. 3401 Dufferin Street 647-352-3700 , http://bigsmokeburger.com BNB (THE SHERATON) Bison burger with arugula, cured tomato, garlic aioli, and Irish porter cheddar. 123 Queen Street West (416) 361-6363, http://www.bnbtoronto.com/
BQM Ground chuck with grilled pineapple, jalapeño, curry aioli, lettuce, and tomato. AVAILABLE ONLY BETWEEN NOON AND 4 P.M.; NO TAKEOUT. 210 Ossington Ave. 416-850-1919, http://www.bqmburger.com
BQM QUEEN WEST Ground chuck with grilled pineapple, jalapeño, curry aioli, lettuce, and tomato. AVAILABLE ONLY BETWEEN NOON AND 4 P.M.; NO TAKEOUT. 354 Queen St. W. (416) 792-7792, http://www.bqmburger.com
BURGER BRATS Ground chuck burger with Canadian cheddar and bacon, an onion ring, and smoky BBQ ranch sauce. NO CALL-IN ORDERS OR ORDERS AFTER MIDNIGHT FRIDAY. 254 Adelaide St West 647-352-4786, http://www.burgerbrats.ca/
BURGER SHOPPE Chuck patty with black-bean and jalapeño chili, chipotle aioli, lettuce, and tomato. 688 Queen St. E. 416-850-7026, http://www.burgershoppe.com DAVE'S... ON ST. CLAIR Ground beef with arugula, horseradish aioli, house-made pickles, and shaved red onion on a house-made potato bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY; NO TAKEOUT. 730 St. Clair Ave. W. 416-657-3283, http://davesonstclair.com/
E11EVEN American wagyu meatball burger with pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, and fresh basil. $13. 15 York St, Maple Leaf Square 416-815-1111, http://www.e11even.ca
EMMA’S COUNTRY KITCHEN Crispy corn and chickpea fritter with lemon-basil mayo, shaved cucumber, pickled red onion, and baby arugula. LUNCH ONLY. 1108 St. Clair W. 416-652-3662, http://emmascountrykitchen.com
FIDEL GASTRO'S LISA MARIE Coarse ground beef with house-made pineapple-chili ketchup and banh mi slaw. AVAILABLE THURSDAY TO SATURDAY, 11 A.M. TO 3 P.M. ONLY. 638 Queen Street West 647-748-6822, http://www.fidelgastro.ca/
FRANK Meat: Beef patty, American cheddar, lettuce, tomato, shaved red onions, and crispy bacon. Seafood: Shrimp and salmon patty, grilled marinated king oyster mushroom, lettuce, fiddlehead, and scallion ketchup. Vegan: Chickpea and mushroom patty, spicy roasted peppers, lettuce, roasted garlic, and arugula pesto. Each option $17. 317 Dundas St W (416) 979-6688, http://www.ago.net/frank/
GAME DAY Beef burger spiced with chimichurri, topped with melted cheddar, and served all-dressed. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 614 College St. 647-349-9464, GANGSTER BURGER Beef patty, sauteed kimchi, chipotle mayo, fried egg, and Gangster goo (spicy ketchup). 607 Queen St. W. 416-352-3375, http://www.gangsterburger.com/
GLADSTONE HOTEL MELODY & BALLROOM CAFE Beef short-rib burger,* tomato marmalade, pickled red onions, lettuce, and Kozlik’s mustard. (*Can be substituted with a house-made taro-root burger.) NO TAKEOUT. 1214 Queen St. W. (416) 531-4635, http://www.gladstonehotel.com/
GOODS & PROVISIONS Beef and bone-marrow burger with smoked bacon, tomato- and-shallot relish, and cheddar mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 1124 Queen St East 647-340-1738, http://www.goodsandprovisionsrestaurant.com/
HABITS GASTROPUB Stuffed burger with beer-braised short ribs and smoked cheddar, topped with roasted citrus-beet relish on a brioche bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. DINE IN ONLY. 928 College St. 416-533-7272, http://habitsgastropub.com/
HADLEY'S Ground chuck and bacon with pineapple relish, smoked provolone, and wasabi mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY. 940 College St. 416-588-3113, http://www.hadleys.ca/ HARD ROCK CAFÉ Slider trio: Pulled pork, pulled chicken, and cheeseburger. NO TAKEOUT. 279 Yonge St. 416-362-3636, http://www.hardrock.com/toronto
HEY MEATBALL (COLLEGE) Two grass-fed beef patties, cheese, spicy special sauce, lettuce, and tomato jam on a ciabatta loaf. 719 College St. 416-546-1483, http://heymeatball.ca
HEY MEATBALL (RONCESVALLES) Two grass-fed beef patties, cheese, spicy special sauce, lettuce, and tomato jam on a ciabatta loaf. 89 Roncesvalles Avenue (647) 748-0439, http://heymeatball.ca
HOGTOWN PUB AND OYSTERS Chuck patty with truffle aioli, moliterno cheese, lettuce, and tomato in a corn tortilla. (Two per order.) CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 633 College St. 416-645-0285, http://www.thehogtownpub.com/
HOLY CHUCK BURGERS One beef and one bacon patty, double cheese, bacon, and homemade bacon dressing. 1450 Yonge St. 416-962-4825, http://holychuckburgers.com
INDIE ALEHOUSE Brisket/sirloin/short-rib/chuck burger with pulled pork, adobo BBQ sauce, avocado crema, and fresh mozzarella. NO TAKEOUT; NOT AVAILABLE AFTER 7 P.M. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. 2876 Dundas St. W. 416-760-9691, http://www.indiealehouse.com
INSOMNIA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE Beef patty with thickly cut maple glazed bacon, caramelized onions, lettuce, and balsamic aioli on a milk bun. NO TAKEOUT; NOT OFFERED DURING WEEKEND BRUNCH. 563 Bloor St. W. 416-588-3907, http://www.insomniacafe.com
JOHN & SONS OYSTER HOUSE DOWNTOWN Smoked Fanny Bay oyster slider, crispy prosciutto, iceberg lettuce, chipotle aioli, and smoked Roma tomatoes. AVAILABLE FOR LUNCH ONLY. 56 Temperance St. 416-703-5111, http://johnandsonsoysterhouse.tumblr.com/
JOHN & SONS OYSTER HOUSE UPTOWN Smoked Fanny Bay oyster slider, crispy prosciutto, iceberg lettuce, chipotle aioli, and smoked Roma tomatoes. AVAILABLE FOR LUNCH ONLY. 1 Balmoral Ave. 416-515-0551, http://johnandsonsoysterhouse.tumblr.com/
KITCH Beef patty with crunchy, cheesy nachos, pico de gallo, guacamole, and jalapeños. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 229 Geary Ave. 647-350-4555, http://www.kitchbar.com/
LICK'S (KINGSTON RD) Jerk burger stuffed with a mozzarella/cheddar blend, sautéed onions, and peppers. 4543 Kingston Rd (416) 287-9300, http://www.lickshomeburgers.com/
LICK'S (YORK MILLS) Jerk burger stuffed with a mozzarella/cheddar blend, sautéed onions, and peppers. 860 York Mills 416-391-3113, http://www.lickshomeburgers.com/
MILDRED'S TEMPLE KITCHEN Herb and garlic burger with mushroom ragout, pecorino, arugula, and charred scallion aioli on ciabatta. NOT AVAILABLE AT BRUNCH SATURDAY. 85 Hanna Ave. 416-588-5695, http://www.templekitchen.com/
MURRAYS SANDWICH EMPORIUM Two all-beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, sautéed onions, and Murray mayo. 671 Queen St West (647) 345-7644, OLIFFE (ROSEDALE) Coarsely ground PEI beef patty stuffed with cold-smoked blue cheese (two patties, sold raw for home cooking). 1097 Yonge St. 416-928-0296, http://www.olliffe.ca
OLLIFFE (QUEEN) Coarsely ground PEI beef patty stuffed with cold-smoked blue cheese (two patties, sold raw for home cooking). 1378 Queen St E 416 778 6328, http://www.olliffe.ca/
PROHIBITION GASTROHOUSE Ground pork, Georgia-peach glaze, and applewood-smoked cheddar on a homemade sesame bun. 696 Queen St. E. 416-406-2669, http://www.myprohibition.com/
REAL SPORTS BAR & GRILL Spicy fennel sausage, cured bacon, BBQ pulled pork, peameal bacon, and bacon-maple mustard sauce. 15 York St., Maple Leaf Square 416-815-7325, http://realsports.ca/
RIVERSIDE PUBLIC HOUSE Ground chuck with smoked mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, red onion, house made pickles, and special sauce on a sesame bun. 725 Queen St E 647-348-0880, http://www.riversidepublichouse.com
ROCK LOBSTER Ground chuck, Old Bay seasoning, nova Scotia lobster, lettuce, and garlic-and-lemon mayo on an egg-washed bun. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 110 Ossington Ave 416-312-7662, RUDE BOY Brisket/chuck patty topped with house-cured tongue pastrami, bacon Thousand Island dressing, Gruyère, and Rude Boy sauerkraut 397 Roncesvalles Ave. 416-533-3269,
SAMUEL J. MOORE Chopped-sirloin burger with beef bacon, aged cheddar, pickles, and homemade ketchup on brioche. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 1087 Queen St. W. 416-897-8348
SHAKEY'S ORIGINAL BAR AND GRILL INC. / ROWE FARMS Porchetta-style Rowe Farm's pork burger with braised bitter greens and smoked-asiago “Cheese Whiz.” 2255 Bloor Street West (416) 767-0608, http://www.shakeys.ca/
SLIDER REVOLUTION Rib slider with Korean BBQ sauce, kimchee, cucumbers, green- onion aioli, and toasted sesame seeds. Prime-rib slider with bacon jam, smoked cheddar, and arugula. Pulled pork, pico de gallo, cheddar, avocado crema, and tortilla strips. (Choice of two sliders for $5.) 673 Danforth Ave. 416-848-1512, http://sliderrevolution.com/
SOUTH ST. BURGER (ISLINGTON) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 1020 Islington Ave. 416-239-8957, http://www.southstburger.com SOUTH ST. BURGER (MIDTOWN) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 2383 Yonge St. 647-343-6744, http://www.southstburger.com
SOUTH ST. BURGER (WICKSTEED) Jerk burger with jerk mayo, spicy mango salsa, goat cheese, and lettuce. 45 Wicksteed Ave. 647-350-1518, http://www.southstburger.com
SPIRITHOUSE Canadian prime chuck, mustard-grilled patty, charred red-onion relish, pickle, cheddar, and SpiritHouse special “spread.” CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 487 Adelaide St. W. 647-277-1187, http://spirithousetoronto.com
THE BEET ORGANIC CAFÉ Spiced lamb kofta burger with yogurt cheese, spicy tomato jam, and cucumber on a sesame kamut bun. NO TAKEOUT, SUBSTITUTIONS, OR RESERVATIONS. 2945 Dundas St. W. 416-916-2368, http://www.thebeet.ca
THE BURGERNATOR Beef patty, smoked BBQ sauce, cheddar, onion rings, and chili salsa. LUNCH ONLY. 269 Augusta Ave 647-748-0990, http://www.theburgernator.com/
THE CALEDONIAN Traditional Scottish haggis burger topped with caramelized onions and whisky cheese sauce. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. DINE-IN ONLY. 856 College St. 416-547-9827, http://thecaledonian.ca
THE DAKOTA TAVERN Brisket/hanger steak/chuck blend with grilled Vidalia onion, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, house-made pickle, and chipotle mayo. CLOSED FOR LUNCH. 249 Ossington Ave. 416-850-4579, http://www.thedakotatavern.com
THE EMERSON Brisket/chuck/ribeye patty with Beemster cheese sauce, caramelized onions, garlic aioli, lettuce, and tomato, with a kosher pickle. CLOSED FOR LUNCH; NO TAKEOUT. 1279 Bloor St. W. 416-532-1717
THE GOOD FORK Grilled-cheese burger, Fred’s ancient grain bread, smoked gouda, shallot tarragon jam, and remoulade. 2432 Bloor St West 647-352-5955, http://goodfork.ca/
THE HAPPY HOOKER Crispy shrimp patty, tartar sauce, lettuce, jalapeños, tomato, and two strips of bacon. 887 Dundas St. W. 647-769-4243, http://happyhookerfish.ca/
THE LAKEVIEW RESTAURANT Beef patty with maple caramelized onions, lemon-chive mayo, onion fritters, fries, and salad with honey-balsamic vinaigrette. NOT AVAILABLE FOR LATE-NIGHT OR WEEKEND BRUNCH. 1134 Dundas St. W. 416-850-8886, http://thelakeviewrestaurant.ca
THE STOCKYARDS SMOKEHOUSE & LARDER Chicken fried–steak burger stuffed with smoked pimento cheese, topped with gravy mayo, sausage gravy, and pickled greens. 699 St Clair Ave West 416-658-9666, http://www.thestockyards.ca/
THE WORKS (DANFORTH) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 888 Danforth Ave 647-748-4455, http://www.worksburger.com/
THE WORKS (QUEEN EAST) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 1953 Queen St E 416-686-6516, http://www.worksburger.com/
THE WORKS (WELLINGTON) “The Grid”: Chipotle ketchup, havarti cheese, four double-smoked bacon slices, and caramelized onions. ONE BURGER PER CUSTOMER PER DAY. APPLIES TO BOTH TAKE-OUT AND DINE-IN ORDERS. 60 Wellington St E 416-594-9675, http://www.worksburger.com/
THIS END UP Grilled ground chuck, seared hickory-smoked pork belly, tomato and apple chutney, white cheddar, umami mayo, and arugula. 1454 Dundas St W (647) 347-8700, http://thisendup.ca
UTOPIA CAFÉ AND GRILL Italian sausage and beef patty with mozzarella, pesto aioli, and spicy roasted–red pepper ketchup. 586 College St. 416-534-7751, http://utopiacafe.ca
WHIPPOORWILL RESTAURANT AND TAVERN Top butt and brisket, steamed white cheddar, sweet sandwich mustard, garlic pickle relish, and ballpark garnishes. CLOSED FOR LUNCH WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY. 1285 Bloor St. W. (416) 530-2999