From the creators of DTLA Coffee Week, DTLA Pizza Week, and DTLA Vegan Weekend, comes the return of DTLA Burger Week, Downtown Weekly’s mouthwatering way to support local businesses in Downtown Los Angeles.
Step 1: Nominate Your Favorite Burgers
The nomination process is open. The top ten nominees in each category go on to compete in the finals. Neighborhood favorites 33Taps, D-Town Burger and Shake Shack are already on the ballot.
Step 2: Indulge & Explore
DTLA Burger Week’s self-guided tour is made easy with the Official Burger Battle Map, which offers fresh discounts during the week and all year long. The map also serves as a comprehensive directory for all participating restaurants, with clickable links that takes visitors directly to restaurant menus. It’s an essential guide to navigating the city’s greatest burger offerings in the city.
Step 3: Vote for a chance to win $100 Gift Card from DT Weekly
The polls open on October 15th – November 17th! Cast your vote! Top ten favorites compete for the crown title of “Greatest Burger in Downtown LA.”
Categories to Help Savor Every Last Bite
The flagship award is for the Greatest Burger in Downtown Los Angeles, a quest to find the ultimate burger in the heart of the city. Beyond that, the awards recognize excellence in 17 other categories: The Prime Patty Prize, The Big Cheese, Bun Believable, The Smashterpiece, Slide Or Die and Greatest Burger on Wheels among others.
Specialty awards include Plant Power for the top choice for vegan and plant-based burger creations, The Sauce Boss honoring the most unique and flavor-boosting sauce, and Best Side Hustle for the best accompanying side dish (fries, onion rings, etc.).
The competition is fierce with multiple chances for burger joints to take home a title!
For Participating Restaurants
Restaurants, burger joints, and mobile kitchens are encouraged to participate this DTLA Burger Week to welcome burger lovers as they explore local eateries and try new flavors.
Participating restaurants will receive:
- Official Burger Battles Ballot: Eligibility for all awards.
- Free Directory Listing: Your establishment is listed on the official Burger Battles Map and website.
- Window Decal: Official branding to draw in customers.
- Social Media Support: Inclusion in Downtown Weekly’s extensive social media campaigns.
Available Upgrades
For restaurants looking to maximize their exposure and impact, higher-tier options are available with significant added benefits:
- Featured Among DTLA’s Greatest: The “A La Carte” upgrade guarantees enhanced online visibility, with your business being specifically featured in a dedicated “10 Great Places for Burgers” online article.
- The Combo – Go To Print: The highest-tier package includes all the benefits of the “Featured” tier, plus premium print exposure. This upgrade comes with a BONUS 1/3 Page Color Print Ad and a Featured Solo Article published online and in the widely distributed print edition (10k Copies – 150 Locations).
Winner Takes All!
Just like with Nice Coffee Roasters, winners of 2025 DTLA Coffee Week and crowned Greatest Cafe in Downtown LA, the Burger with the most votes Takes the Cover of a Downtown Weekly with beautiful two page spread, social media support and local bragging rights.
Downtown Los Angeles is about to sizzle.
In the days leading up to the event, DTLA Weekly will launch a dynamic campaign across social media, online platforms, and their newspaper. Expect videos, photos, articles, and newsletter shares showcasing all the burger participants, making our burgers the talk of the town.
Savor the Flavor of DTLA Burger Week
With DTLA Burger Week explore the diverse world of burgers as DTLA votes for their favorites in a celebration of culinary creativity and community spirit. DTLA Burger Week coming November 10th–17th.
For official online voting ballots, rules and sponsorship opportunities visit: www.dtlaburgerweek.com
