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EXPLORE GWINNETT ANNOUNCES 2026 GWINNETT BURGER WEEK, MARCH 16-22

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/3/26

Diners Can Enjoy $12 Specialty Burgers During the Weeklong Promotion at 21 Local Restaurants

Explore Gwinnett, the official tourism organization of Gwinnett County, today announced that  Gwinnett Burger Week will return March 16–22, 2026, marking its 11th year. The weeklong celebration invites visitors and locals to enjoy chef-crafted burger creations for $12 each at 21 locally owned restaurants across the county, continuing the tradition of offering specialty burgers at an accessible price point.

“Gwinnett Burger Week continues to be a meaningful way for us to spotlight the artistry of our local restaurant community,” said Clara Rooks, senior marketing communications manager at Explore Gwinnett. “Each year, our restaurant partners raise the bar with creative takes on a classic favorite, and this event is a great reminder of the depth and talent within Gwinnett County’s culinary scene.”

Throughout Gwinnett Burger Week, each of the 21 participating restaurants will feature a limited-time burger crafted exclusively for the promotion. A sampling of this year’s creations include:

·       “Big Kahuna Burger” at Diesel Tap House, two angus beef patties topped with provolone cheese, grilled pineapple rings, pepper bacon, candied jalapeños, teriyaki sauce drizzle with lettuce and tomato served on a grilled Hawaiian bread bun.

·       “Big Country Burger” at Local on North, a 5 oz. choice ground beef patty topped with marinated pulled pork, cheddar cheese, crispy fried onions and jicama slaw as well as ranch and peach barbeque sauce.

·       “The Bandolera” at LR Burger, one crispy smash burger topped with a folded quesadilla stuffed with sautéed peppers, onions, cheddar and pepper jack cheeses finished with ranch on a toasted bun.

Diners are encouraged to download the Gwinnett Burger Week Digital Pass to check in at participating restaurants and earn points throughout the week, which are redeemable for prizes. Each check-in is worth one point. Points can be redeemed for exclusive Gwinnett Burger Week merchandise from Explore Gwinnett, including restaurant gift cards, aprons, sicker packs an all-new T-shirt design and more. Diners can also vote for their favorite burger by uploading an image of their receipt to the Gwinnett Burger Week website.

Participants who track their dining experience at 10 or more restaurants throughout the week will be inducted into the Gwinnett Burger Week Wall of Fame with their photo published on Explore Gwinnett’s website.

“The strength of Gwinnett County’s culinary landscape speaks to the passion and entrepreneurial spirit of our community,” said Lisa Anders, chief operating officer at Explore Gwinnett. “Dining is one of the most memorable ways people experience a destination and we’re proud to champion initiatives that recognize the chefs and restaurants who help shape Gwinnett’s story.”

To sign up for the Gwinnett Burger Week Pass, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/Burger-Week-Prize-Pass to provide the participant’s name, e-mail address and mobile phone number. A link will be sent to the participant’s phone, allowing them to access the pass and add the pass icon to their home screen.

For more information about Gwinnett Burger Week* and a full list of participating restaurants and limited-time burger offerings, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/.

Stay up-to-date on the latest Explore Gwinnett news by following @ExploreGwinnett on Instagram or ExploreGwinnett on Facebook. Diners are encouraged to share their experience on social media by using the hashtag #GwinnettBurgerWeek.

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*The Gwinnett Burger Week promotion is dine-in only and is not available via any third-party delivery service. The $12 burger promotion does not include tax or gratuity.

GWINNETT BURGER WEEK RETURNS FOR 10TH ANNIVERSARY – MARCH 17 TO 23

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/10/25

Explore Gwinnett Celebrates a Decade of Culinary Creativity

with $10 Chef-Crafted Burgers at 23 Locally Owned Restaurants

Explore Gwinnett, the official tourism organization of Gwinnett County, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its popular Gwinnett Burger Week. Making its anticipated return March 17–23, 2025, the event invites burger lovers to enjoy exclusive, chef-crafted creations for just $10 at 23 locally owned restaurants across the county.

“We are proud to celebrate a decade of Gwinnett Burger Week and the incredible talent of some of our very best local chefs,” said Lisa Anders, chief operating officer of Explore Gwinnett. “What started as a way to highlight locally owned eateries has grown into a beloved tradition, and we cannot wait for the community to see what we have in store for them this year!”

Throughout the week, each of 23 participating restaurants will feature an exclusive, off-menu burger. A few highlights include:

“That’s My Jam” at Old Fountain Tavern, a juicy patty piled high with creamy Fontina and Gruyère cheeses, crispy bacon, balsamic onion jam, fresh arugula, and finished with sun-dried tomato mayo on a toasted brioche bun.

“The GW Feature Burger” at Good Word Brewing and Public House, a four-ounce beef patty topped with horseradish cheddar cheese, house-cured bacon bits, crispy jalapeños, sliced sweet onion and boiled peanut mayo on an Alon’s Bakery bun.

 “Birria Crunch Smash Burger” at Jose’s Birria & Burgers, one smashed burger patty with provolone cheese, topped with tallow onions, a crunchy corn tortilla, beef birria and a cilantro chimichurri mayo on a brioche bun.

Back for its second year, the Gwinnett Burger Week Digital Pass encourages diners to check in at participating restaurants and earn points throughout the week, which are redeemable for prizes. Each check-in is worth one point. Points can be redeemed for exclusive Gwinnett Burger Week merchandise from Explore Gwinnett, including restaurant gift cards, T-shirts, totes, sicker packs and a special edition 10th-anniversary burger sticker designed by Lawrenceville-based artist Max Eve in celebration of this milestone. Diners can also vote for their favorite burger by uploading an image of their receipt to the Gwinnett Burger Week website.

Participants who track their dining experience at 10 or more restaurants throughout the week will be inducted into the Gwinnett Burger Week Wall of Fame with their photo published on Explore Gwinnett’s website.

“Our 10th anniversary milestone reflects the passion and creativity of Gwinnett County’s culinary community and the enthusiasm of all those who make this event a success year after year,” said Anders. “We can’t wait to indulge in the exclusive $10 burger creations ourselves, as we toast to 10 years of one of our favorite events!”

To sign up for the Gwinnett Burger Week Pass, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/Burger-Week-Prize-Pass to provide the participant’s name, e-mail address and mobile phone number. A link will be sent to the participant’s phone, allowing them to access the pass and add the pass icon to their home screen.

For a full list of participating restaurants and limited-time burger offerings, visit www.ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week.

For more information about Gwinnett Burger Week*, visit ExploreGwinnett.org/the-latest/Gwinnett-Burger-Week-Know-Before-You-Go. Diners can vote for their favorite burger at ExploreGwinnett.org/Gwinnett-Burger-Week/Vote-HereStay up-to-date on the latest Explore Gwinnett news by following @ExploreGwinnett on Instagram or ExploreGwinnett on Facebook. Diners are encouraged to share their experience on social media by using the hashtag #GwinnettBurgerWeek.

*The Gwinnett Burger Week promotion is dine-in only and is not available via any third-party delivery service.