Lexington Burger Week is back with more restaurants, more burgers. Here’s the lineup

It’s that time of year again: Lexington Burger Week and this year’s week of $7 burgers runs from July 11-17.

For the seventh year, local restaurants around Lexington will be displaying their creativity by crafting specialty burgers.

“We are so excited to bring back Lexington Burger Week. These restaurants brought their creativity and uniqueness for every burger,” said Alexandra Martin, account executive for Smiley Pete, the organization that runs Burger Week. “Burger Week can be tough on restaurants so the fact that we have more unique burgers for patrons to try than in 2021 is a testament to the resilience and tenacity of our community.”

Customers can also download the Lexington Burger Week app on iTunes and Google Play. The app allows customers to keep track of the one-of-a-kind burgers they’ve tried and filter restaurants based on preference, such as carry-out or patio dining.

There are 36 total restaurants participating this year, serving up 40 burgers. Last year there were 30, dishing up 27 unique burgers.

Beer and bourbon pairings will also be available at select locations.

Lexington Burger Week restaurants, menu

Here’s a list and guide of restaurants and burgers being served for a price of only $7.

The El Papi Burger, Agave & Rye, 3535 Nicholasville Rd. (Fayette Mall), 123 N. Broadway: Two all beef burger patties, white cheddar, ham & bacon mix, shredded lettuce, tomato, mayo, ketchup, all on a toasted brioche bun.

Athenian Bifteki Burger, Athenian Grill, 313 S. Ashland Ave., 120 E Main St.: Athenian handmade beef burger layered with feta cheese, cucumber, tomato and tzatziki.

Bat Out of Hell Burger, Bear & The Butcher, 815 Euclid Ave.: Grilled meatloaf topped with American cheese, smoked ketchup, lettuce, mashed potato and brown gravy on a grilled brioche bun.

Holy Moly Stromboli, Big City Pizza, 2312 Sir Barton Way #110, 1060 Chinoe Rd. #128: “Kentucky Stromboli” is topped with deli pepperoni, house made pizza sauce, and 100% whole milk mozzarella. The top is drizzled with garlic butter and a sprinkle of “pizza crack”.

Wine Down Burger, BRU Burger, 3010 Lakecrest Circle: Signature patty blend, topped with Gorgonzola and grapes, a red wine reduction, mayo and onion straws.

Summer Smash Burger, BurgerFi, 1816 Alysheba Way (Hamburg), 141 Rojay Dr. (Fayette Mall): Top toasted bun coated with barbecue sauce and lettuce, bottom toasted bun layered with a single Angus patty with Swiss cheese, garlic aioli, pineapple salsa finished with a drizzle of ghost pepper honey.

Basil Burger, Campus Pub, 393 Waller Ave. Unit 18: ½ lb. patty with lettuce, tomato, bacon, sautéed onions and a basil aioli.

Burger Shot, Chevy Chase Inn, 833 Euclid Ave.: A shot of tequila, a shot of tomato juice, a shot of pickle juice. For ages 21 and up.

Parking Lot, County Club, 555 Jefferson St.: Charcoal grilled beef patty topped with grilled onions, smoked summer pepper jam and provolone cheese.

Banana Split Ice Cream Burger, Crank and Boom, 1210 Manchester St., 3101 Clays Mill Rd. #301: This delightful concoction is made with a North Lime glazed donut, Banana + Chocolate Ice Cream, fresh pineapple, house made strawberry sauce and topped with fresh whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.

All “B” It Burger, Drake’s - Brannon Crossing, 390 East Brannon Rd.: A fresh, never frozen burger with creamy brie, smoked bacon, citrus-splashed arugula & blueberry-bourbon BBQ sauce on a warm butter-toasted bun.

Creole Burger, Drake’s - Hamburg, 1880 Pleasant Ridge Dr.: A fresh, never frozen blackened burger with Swiss, cheddar, lettuce, tomato & Cajun heat aioli on a warm butter-toasted bun.

Southern Comfort Burger, Drake’s - Lansdowne, 3347 Tates Creek Rd.: A fresh, never frozen Old Bay-seasoned burger with creamy pimento cheese, crunchy potato chips, mayo & pickles on a warm butter-toasted bun.

The Baja Burger, First Watch, 1080 S. Broadway, Suite 301, 2251 War Admiral Way, Suite 130, 119 West Reynolds Rd., 2894 Richmond Rd., 100 Tiger Way (Georgetown): Lean white-meat turkey patty with avocado, organic mixed greens, house made pico de gallo, mayo and horseradish Havarti on a brioche bun.

Burger, Fries and a Drink, Gold Star Chili, 101 Lawson Dr. Georgetown: Any burger, fries and a drink. Burgers include: Class hamburger, cheeseburger, bacon cheeseburger and the chili burger.

Off The Cob Burger, Goodwood Frankfort, 109 W Main St., Frankfort: Certified Angus Beef burger topped with roasted Mexican street corn dip, crispy jalapeños, lettuce and tomato topped with a tortilla chip. Also available as a vegetarian black bean and corn patty.

Good Guac Burger, Goodwood Lexington, 200 Lexington Green Cir. Suite 110: Certified Angus Beef Burger topped with house made guacamole, pepper jack cheese, crispy jalapeños, lettuce and tomato topped with a tortilla chip. Also available was a vegetarian black bean and corn patty.

Beerfest Burger, Harry’s - Hamburg, 1920 Pleasant Ridge Dr.: A fresh, never frozen burger with warm beer cheese, smoked bacon, horseradish-celery seed slaw, pickle chips & house mustard on a warm butter-toasted bun.

The Big Easy Burger, Harry’s - Palomar, 3735 Palomar Centre Dr.: A fresh, never frozen blackened Cajun burger with provolone, smoked ham, olive relish, lettuce, tomato & remoulade on a warm butter-toasted bun.

Rooftop Rodeo Burger, Infinity Rooftop Restaurant + Bar, 150 W. Main St.: Seasoned Burger Patty topped with brisket, jalapeno cream coleslaw, cheddar and queso cheese with remoulade sauce on a toasted brioche bun.

Trinidad Burger, Jack’s Sandbar and Grill, 2536 Larkin Rd. (Inside Malibu Jack’s): Grilled beef patty topped with lettuce, red onion and grilled pineapple, and smothered in a sweet and spicy Trinidad Angostura Bitters Reduction.

Big Bad Boy, Josanne’s Homestyle Kitchen, 3449 Buckhorn Dr., Suite 100: Fresh Made Burger topped with pulled pork, creamy coleslaw, crispy onion ring, and BBQ sauce on a toasted bun.

Meatloaf Madness Burger, Josanne’s Homestyle Kitchen, 3449 Buckhorn Dr., Suite 100: Homestyle Meatloaf Burger topped with a red Sauce and fried potato cake on a toasted bun.

Summer Breeze Burger, La Petite Delicat, 722 National Ave.: Dessert macaroon, the Summer Breeze Burger filled with watermelon puree and chopped mint leaves then blended in white chocolate ganache.

Walking on Sunshine Burger, also at La Petite Delicat, a macaroon filled with piña colada buttercream and dried candied pineapple.

Cheeseburger Deluxe Pizza, LaRosa’s Pizzeria, 2890 Richmond Rd., 115 Southland Dr.: Tastes just like a Deluxe Cheeseburger on a pizza crust - with special burger sauce, ground beef, bacon, roasted onions, pickles, provolone and cheddar cheeses.

Showstopper, LexLive, 301 S. Broadway: A never-frozen, baked and seared tender meatloaf patty smothered in a caramelized Maple Bourbon Glaze topped with crispy bacon and a savory mac and cheese on a toasted Brioche bun.

Burger with a Peruvian Twist, Maty’s Authentic Peruvian Cuisine, 4371 Old Harrodsburg Rd. #160: Seasoned ground beef patty with Peruvian huancaina sauce and encebollado (sauteed onion, tomato and Peruvian peppers) on a brioche bun served with sweet potato rounds.

Merrick Burger, Merrick Inn, 1074 Merrick Dr.: 8 oz. of hand patted daily ground beef with your choice of cheese served with lettuce, tomato and onion.

Barrel House Burger, also at Merrick Inn: 8 oz. of fresh ground beef, bacon, onion straws, smoked cheddar and Maker’s BBQ Sauce.

Fiery Chipotle Burger, Mi Pequena Hacienda, 110 Cynthia Dr., 3501 Lansdowne Dr.: Seasoned beef patty topped with mozzarella cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato and smothered in a chipotle barbecue sauce. Served with fries.

Crabby Cheese Burger, Mimi’s Southern Style Cooking, 126 E New Circle Rd.: Seasoned beef patty topped with southern style mac and cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato and red onion. Vegetarian option subs out the beef patty and bacon for a grilled portabella mushroom.

Chili Frito Smashburger, Nic & Norman’s, 135 W. Main St.: Quarter pound proprietary blend patty (chuck, short rib and brisket) topped with our house made chili, queso cheese, fresh roasted jalapenos, and fritos, served on a logo brioche bun.

The Gambler, The Sage Rabbit, 438 S. Ashland Ave.: 5 oz. house ground beef, creamy smoked paprika jack cheese, house Red Light Sauce and spicy pickle relish.

The Divine Swine Burger, Stella’s Kentucky Deli, 143 Jefferson St.: Smoked pork, bacon, house made Molasses BBQ sauce, American Cheese & pickles on 1/3 pound of Kentucky beef

The Vegan Swine Burger, Stella’s Kentucky Deli, 143 Jefferson St.: Jackfruit, vegan Cheddar, Molasses BBQ & pickles on a house made Lentil Patty.

Return of the Mac Burger, Tilty Bob’s, 319 Cedar St.: Double smash burger topped with creamy white cheddar mac & cheese, a slice of melted Gouda cheese and a drizzle of house made Not-So-Secret sauce loaded up on a Klosterman potato bun.

Huevos Locos Burger, Wild Eggs - Palomar, 3725 Palomar Centre Dr.: A fresh Angus beef patty grilled to perfection, placed on hand sliced avocado, our house made ranchero salsa, crispy tortilla strips and an egg cooked your way. Finished with one homemade breakfast tot.

The Bandolero, Wild Eggs - Hamburg, 1925 Justice Dr.: Half pound Angus beef with queso, avocado & chipotle mayo stacked on top of fried potato casserole. Topped with an egg on a toasted brioche bun.

MS Zim’s, Zim’s Cafe, 215 West Main St., Suite 25: Stone Cross Farm patty seasoned with a secret blend of spices topped with soubise (a creamy onion sauce) and sautéed mushrooms.