Residents of Boston can always find a compelling reason to step out and commemorate, and this Wednesday will be no different, but it will be particularly remarkable.
In honor of National Cheeseburger Day on September 18, here are some fantastic justifications to indulge in one of the nation’s most beloved dishes.
Below, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite establishments to indulge excessively and pay tribute to America’s most cherished sandwich this week.
At The Capital Grille, food enthusiasts can celebrate their preferred culinary holiday not only on Wednesday but for an extended period of two months. Running now through November 1, patrons can savor their renowned Wagyu & Wine experience where they can select from three gourmet burgers paired with three Duckhorn Portfolio Reds offered by the glass.
Each Wagyu & Wine selection comes with a side of duck fat sea salt fries alongside recommended wine pairings that include:
- The Capital Grille’s Wagyu Cheeseburger stacked with grilled onions, steak sauce, and Vermont white cheddar cheese.
- Recommended Pairing: Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot
- Wagyu Blue Cheese and Black Truffle Burger adorned with cabernet-braised red onions.
- Recommended Pairing: Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
- Wagyu Roasted Wild Mushroom and Swiss Burger layered with roasted shiitake mushrooms, Jarlsberg cheese, and truffle aioli.
- Recommended Pairing: Migration Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
For a supreme indulgence during Wagyu & Wine, diners can choose to enhance their fries to Chips & Caviar, a luxurious caramelized onion and caviar dip served with house-made chips.
On Newbury Street, The Capital Burger stands out as one of the premier spots to observe National Cheeseburger Day. From a roasted wild mushroom and Swiss topped burger drizzled with 15-year aged balsamic vinegar, Jarlsberg Swiss, and truffle aioli to a blue cheese and truffle burger garnished with cabernet-braised red onions, their entire menu is dedicated to the sophisticated burger experience. Their burgers are crafted from a unique beef blend and come with a side of sea salt fries. Complement your meal with a hand-spun festive shake or an award-winning wine for an unforgettable feast, be it for lunch or dinner.
Not far from Back Bay, Kristin Jenkins presents a signature 1928 burger topped with American cheese, pickles, and aioli alongside a portion of French fries at her speakeasy-themed 1928 Beacon Hill establishment.
At Atlantic Wharf, Smith & Wollensky features their signature Wollensky’s Butcher Burger enhanced with applewood smoked bacon, aged cheddar, and steak sauce mayo, served with hand-cut French fries, cole slaw, and homemade pickles. They additionally offer a Truffle Burger enhanced with portobello mushrooms, Gruyere cheese, and black truffle aioli.
In the Seaport District, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse has their renowned Del’s Cheeseburger on the menu, served on a brioche bun with aged sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, accompanied by a side of French fries, skillet chips, or a side salad for those wishing to reduce calorie intake.
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