Sometimes it’s nice to just relax, meet with friends or family and grab a burger downtown!
Victoria has some incredible options, from patties with the simplest of toppings, to more dressed up creations to satisfy the cravings of the gourmet.
We visited these local restaurants and asked them to present us with their favorite burger.
Here are TASTY BURGERS around Victoria YOU HAVE TO TRY!
1 – Bin 4 – “Pre-Season Favorite”
Guaranteed gourmet winner: locally and ethically sourced antibiotic-free and hormone-free beef, Fraser Valley back bacon, house-made roasted jalapeno guacamole, parmigiano cheese, roasted garlic aioli, and butter lettuce on bruschetta. Pair it with the big chunky onion rings! After 9pm all burgers are half price with the purchase of a drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic! www.bin4burgerlounge.com
2 – Big Wheel – “Bacon Cheeseburger”
The classic Canadian cheeseburger: in-house ground organic hormone-free and antibiotic-free beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and secret sauce on a lightly toasted locally-made bun. “Fast food” that’s actually “real food.” On Tuesdays, those in uniform get 15% off! www.bigwheelburger.com
3 – Darcy’s – “Crispy Chipotle Chicken Burger”
Crispy chicken burger sensation: A Darcy’s staple, the 5oz chicken breast is marinated in buttermilk and breaded to order. Topped with aged white cheddar, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion and chipotle ranch sauce. Served with a side of mouthwatering beer batter fries. http://darcyspub.ca/downtown/
4 – DeadBeetz food truck – “The Beatrice beef burger”
Take out delight: local grass- fed beef patty from Carnivore meats, with Vancouver Island truck-made sauce, lettuce, real cheddar, truck-made pickled beets, local buns. The exceptional quality and to die-for harmony of flavors will have you coming back! Follow on Facebook, Twitter or get the Street Food App to find the daily location of the truck. www.deadbeetz.com
5 – Ferris’ Oyster Bar and Grill – “The Burger”
Have it with the works: Hormone and antibiotic free natural beef on a brioche bun with house made relish, special sauce, mushrooms, bacon, cheddar. What more could you want! http://www.ferrisoysterbar.com/
6 – Irish Times Pub – “Lamb Burger”
A gourmet variation: Made from 100% minced lamb from Four Quarters Meats, aged cheddar cheese, house made apple chutney and roast garlic mayo. Topped with butter lettuce, roma tomatoes and red onion. All this between a fresh brioche bun from Irene’s bakery. A crisp dill pickle is placed on top to seal the deal. http://www.irishtimespub.ca/
7 – John’s Place – “The Black ‘n Blue Burger”
Flavor explosion at iconic local spot: 6oz house-made beef patty grilled with melted Danish Rosenborg blue cheese and thick sliced Applewood bacon on a fresh Kaiser bun with BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato and mayo. This one hits all the taste buds! It’s found on the daily special sheet and can always be ordered any time of the year! www.johnsplace.ca
8 – North 48 – “The Burger”
The only one you need: House cured bacon, chuck and caramelized onion make up the patty. Dressed up with Gruyere cheese, house made tomato jam, a patented “Fancy Sauce”, iceberg lettuce, & red onion. All between a house baked brioche sesame bun. Served with a side of Truffle Salted Frites, and house made mayo! The Burger is regularly $16, but on Wednesdays it is served up “Burger and Pint Style” with a pint of Hoyne Pilsner for only $15! Yup. That’s right, free beer and take a dollar off your burger! http://www.northfortyeight.com/
9 – Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub – “Brewpub Burger”
Local environmentally-conscious burger: For over 18 years now, this landmark local brewery has given its spent grain from the brewing process to Highland Bound Ranch. The cattle are fed the grain and in return, Spinnakers get the free range, organic beef for the burger. Herbed Kaisers are baked fresh in the in-house bakery every day, and the toppings vary based on what is in season. A truly local and unique burger! http://www.spinnakers.com/
10 – The Pink Bicycle – “Blue Flame Beef Burger”
The original gourmet: named after the dragster car of the 70’s “The Blue Flame.” Spicy chilli mayo, blue cheese, and Springford farms beef on a Bond Bonds bun. Using all natural, locally sourced ingredients, it’s the original gourmet burger joint in town, going strong for over 6 years. www.pinkbicycleburger.com
11 – 5th Street Bar and Grill – “BBQ Buffalo Burger”
Buffalo, lower in fat, higher in protein meat: Fresh ground free-range, hormone-free house made buffalo patty cooked to order on Victoria’s only wood-fired grill. This juicy robust burger will be sure to have your mouth watering. Glazed with Sweet Hickory BBQ Sauce, orange cheddar, chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, red onion and pickle on a Brioche bun. Add bacon and mushrooms if your ready to stimulate your senses! http://www.fifthstreet.ca/
Think we missed a burger? Comment below! Do you want us to add your burger? Contact us at info@victoriabuzz.com
