NCJ Burger Week 2020

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ILLUSTRATIONS BY DAVE BROWN

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Welcome to NCJ Burger Week!

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Join us in this week-long celebration of the glorious creation known as the hamburger. This year, 16 restaurants are participating in the revelry, using everything from pineapple to meatloaf to brisket to Brussels sprouts to offer up mind-boggling creations. And the bacon.

So much beloved bacon. Sixteen burgers in 10 days.

Can you try them all? We think you can. Godspeed.

NCJ Burger Week Pro Tips Sometimes restaurants run out of burgers.

Good news: #NCJBurgerWeek will be as meaty as last year and adapted to shelter in place. That also means more fellow patrons showing up for dine-in and/or takeout, and, because kitchens aren’t staffed with genies and supplies are not infinite, a given restaurant could run out of its #NCJBurgerWeek burger toward the end of a shift. If that happens, know that we feel your pain and it’s going to be OK. There’s always tomorrow, when you can come back and order the burger we all want you to have. Don’t let your hangry self get the better of you and remember that making and serving burgers is a noble calling.

Be kind to those doing this important work.

Yes, you may have to wait.

As mentioned above, folks are excited for #NCJBurgerWeek.

Word has spread and your favorite participating spot may go from sleepy to busy. Don’t be surprised if you have to wait a little and be sure to follow social distancing protocols. Treat yourself to a beverage. Revel in the anticipation. And when your burger shows up in all its juicy glory, post about it on social media using #NCJBurgerWeek and you could win a prize.

Not tipping makes you that customer.

Don’t be that customer.

We all get caught up in the excitement of a deal but don’t lose your manners. Remember the folks cooking and serving are handling more orders and delivering a gourmet burger at a low

price during the frenzy that is #NCJBurgerWeek. And they’re doing it in a pandemic. Tip at least 20 percent (yes, for takeout, too) and walk out with your head held high, making your parents and the NCJ team proud. Your patty purveyors will remember it when you come back.

You should get some fries and a drink, too.

You’re not required to buy anything else but can you really say you’ve had the full experience without some kind of fried side and a beverage? This is the perfect time to try out the fries, onion rings and other goodies our restaurant pals are dishing out while showing a little love to local businesses. Is there craft beer on the menu? Milkshakes? Go big or go home, burger fans.

Try something new Use our handy NCJ Burger Week bingo game to keep track of your burger conquests and maybe win a prize.

See the last page of this special section for details. It’s drippy, messy work. Need another card? Download it from ncjburgerweek.com.

#NCJBurger

You can keep up with the madness on Facebook and Instagram. #NCJBurgerWeek is on Facebook and Instagram. Follow us and get up-to-date info on everything #NCJBurgerWeek while you peruse the foodporn. And don’t be shy — share your own burger photos using #NCJBurgerWeek and you might win something cool.

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*Burger illustrations are the artist’s interpretation.

MUSHROOM SWISS BURGER

Six ounces of ground sirloin cooked to perfection with Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and your choice of mustard, ketchup and relish.

WOHLBURGER

4/20 BURGER

Arugula, grilled tomato, caramelized onion, 1/3-pound beef patty, goat cheese, bacon, roasted garlic aioli and blackberry jam with a hint of jalapeño.

The veggie option will come with all toppings minus the bacon. Served with a side of garlic-herb Parmesan fries.

A juicy Eel River grassfed beef patty smeared with smoked poblano Cajun cream cheese and piled high with smoked pulled pork. Topped off with smoked beer cheese sauce and spicy pickled red onions on an oil-top bun.

COWBOY BURGER

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Single or double patty with double cheddar cheese, double bacon and barbecue sauce.

(No additions or substitutions.)

n VEGetaria OPTION Available

$

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at AA Bar & Grill

$

9.99 at

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Beau Pre Cafe

929 Fourth St., Eureka aabarandgrill.net; 707.443.1632

1777 Norton Road, McKinleyville golfbeaupre.com; 707.839.2342

Offered 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Sat. Sept. 26, Sun. Sept. 27, Fri. Oct. 2, Sat. Oct. 3

Offered 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Mon. Sept. 28

15.99 at

Eel River Brewing Co.

1777 Alamar Way, Fortuna eelriverbrewing.com; 707.725.2739

Offered 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day of Burger Week

$

11 single $ 12.25 double at

Hot Deli Burgers and Dogs

939 Main St., Fortuna; 707.362.1976

Offered 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Sun. Sept. 27, Mon. Sept. 28

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM HAWAIIAN FLYIN' PIG BURGER Hawaiian bun, 100 percent grassfed beef, kalua pork, grilled pineapple, coleslaw and soy-ginger glaze.

Lush, pristine pastures, fertile soils, cool summers, mild winters, and dedicated local family ranchers combine to make Humboldt County the ideal place for authentic grassfed beef.

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LOCAL, HEALTHY, AUTHENTIC www.humboldtgrassfedbeef.com 4

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THE MUENSTER BURGER

A mix of brisket, sirloin and ground chuck on a Parmesan and herb brioche bun with spring mix and a house-made stone ground mustard vinaigrette with a sundried tomato pesto covered in Muenster cheese, and topped with crispy carrot threads and pickled red onions.

$ Humbrews

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The JAM

856 10th St., Arcata humbrews.com; 707.826.2739

915 H St., Arcata thejamarcata.com; 707.822.5266

Offered Mon. - Fri., 2 - 9 p.m.

Sat. - Sun., noon - 9 p.m.

Offered 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day of Burger Week

#NCJBURGERWEEK

*Burger illustrations are the artist’s interpretation.

BURGER KEBAB Three small seared beef patties layered between toasted brioche rounds, a warm chili con queso sauce, crispy bacon bits, a pickle spear and beer-battered onion ring on a bed of shredded lettuce and sliced tomato.

$

10

at

Mad River Brewing Co.

NOT YOUR NORMAL BURGER

CAJUN BACON CHEESE BURGER

Meatloaf, arugula, tomato, onion, pickle, mayonnaise and jalapeño, with optional cheese.

$

10

A 4 1/2-inch potato bread grilled bun, single or double 1/4-inch Humboldt County beef patty ground locally and pressed daily, Cajun seasoning, bacon, your choice of American, Swiss, pepper Jack or blue cheese, mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomato, relish and onions.

at The Madrone Taphouse

101 Taylor Way, Blue Lake madriverbrewing.com; 707.668.4151

421 Third St., Eureka madronetaphouse.com; 707.273.5129

Offered 4 - 8 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Tues. Sept.

29, Wed. Sept. 30 (Dine-in only)

Offered noon - 8 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Sun. Sept. 27, Mon. Sept. 28

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PEPPER BURGER

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Fresh local hamburger, peppered bacon, pepper Jack cheese and grilled mushrooms on a bun with mayo, mustard and ketchup, and lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle on the side.

Served with fries.

$

14

at

No Brand Burger Stand

409 Main St., Ferndale; 707.786.4180

Offered 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day of Burger Week

Offered 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Sat. Sept.

26, Sun. Sept. 27, Sat. Oct. 3

1400 Main St., Ferndale; 707.786.9474

Poppa Joe’s

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NCJBURGERWEEK.COM THE WAB

(WET A** BURGER) Local grassfed beef burger topped with shaved and seasoned Brussels sprouts, pork belly and a gorganzola cream sauce on a house made bun.

TRIED N TRUE 7-ounce patty, red onion marmalade, provolone, bacon, avocado and lettuce. (Ramone's is currently offering

patio dining or takeout.)

THE CAJUN COWBOY

THE KNIFE AND FORK BURGER

Humboldt Grassfed beef, house-made Cajun seasoning, barbecue sauce and an onion ring, with smoked cheddar cheese and bacon.

A 1/3-pound Eel River Grassfed patty topped with shoestring fries, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, caramelized onions, nacho beer cheese, lettuce, tomato and chipotle ranch on a Fat Cat Bakery bun. (Burger is served as is. No

alterations or substitutions please.)

$

12

at The Pub at the Creamery

824 L St., Suite A, Arcata; 707.630.5178 Offered 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Wed.-Fri., 2 - 9 p.m. Sat.-Sun.

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10.50 at

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Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe

2297 Harrison Ave., Eureka; 707.442.1336 ramonesbakery.com/store.html Offered 11 am to 7:45 pm every day of burger week except Sun. Sept. 27

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at Ridgetop Cafe

623 Fernbridge Drive, Fortuna 707.786.3900 Offered 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Tues. Sept. 29

$

12

at

Six Rivers Brewery

1300 Central Ave., McKinleyville sixriversbrewery.com; 707.839.7580 Offered noon - 8 p.m. every day of Burger Week except Sun. Sept. 27, Mon. Sept. 28

*Burger illustrations are the artist’s interpretation.

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SMOKED BRISKET BURGER A beef patty topped with smoked brisket, smoked gouda cheese, butter lettuce, tomato, onions and mayonnaise.

PARANORMAL PEPPER JACK-TIVITY A fried egg, bacon, pepper Jack cheese, chipotle aioli and a waffle bun.

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Index by City MCKINLEYVILLE Beau Pre Cafe pg. 3 Six Rivers Brewery pg. 6

ARCATA

MCKINLEYVILLE

Humbrews pg. 4 The JAM pg. 4

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The Pub at the Creamery pg. 6

299 3

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ARCATA

EUREKA

BLUE LAKE Mad River Brewing Co. pg. 5 EUREKA AA Bar & Grill pg. 3 The Madrone Taphouse pg. 5 Ramone’s Bakery & Cafe pg. 6 Vista Del Mar pg. 7

LOLETA

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FORTUNA

RIO DELL

FERNDALE No Brand Burger Stand pg. 5

FERNBRIDGE Ridgetop Cafe pg. 6 FORTUNA Eel River Brewing Co. pg. 3 Hot Deli Burgers and Dogs pg. 3

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Poppa Joe’s pg. 5 RIO DELL

Wildwood Waffles pg. 7

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at Vista Del Mar

91 Commercial St., Eureka 707.443.3770 Offered noon - midnight Tuesday - Saturday, noon - 10 p.m. Sunday - Monday

$

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Wildwood Waffles

GARBERVILLE

770 Wildwood Ave., Rio Dell 707.506.3073

Offered 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. every day of Burger Week

SHELTER COVE

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BURGER WEEK

BINGO

ENTER TO WIN:

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Eat burgers from participating locations. Keep your receipts that apply to a square and stamp your bingo card.

When you get BINGO, fill out the rest of your card and mail it and your receipts to NCJ Burger Week 2020, 310 F St., Eureka, CA, 95501 or bring it by the North Coast Journal office yourself (with a mask on, of course.)

TYPES OF BINGO:

Hot Deli

ANY LINE Enter to win a $25 gift card.

Burgers & Dogs

Buy a beer.

Post a selfie with a burger using #ncjburgerweek2020

Tip at least 20% at three participating restaurants

SQUARE Enter to win a $100 gift card.

BLACKOUT Enter to win $250 cash.

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Order a side with a burger.

FREE SPACE WASH YOUR HANDS

Like North Coast Journal on Facebook!

(only one winner will be selected)

Order something sweet.

Order any drink.

Like Humboldt Grassfed Beef on Facebook!

Deadline to enter: Postmarked by Tuesday, Oct. 6. Winners announced via social media and in the North Coast Journal print edition on Oct. 29, 2020.

Please include: Name Address Contact Number Email

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