Diners are invited to visit, taste, and vote for their favorite gourmet creation

CONCORD, N.C. (February 26, 2025) – Cabarrus County’s month-long Cabarrus Burger Madness returns for its fifth year March 1 – 31 with 20 local restaurants serving their spin on one of America’s classics. From nostalgic comfort food flavors to bold toppings stacked between two buns, these over-the-top burgers feature unique ingredients that come together for one euphoric bite.

“The amazing burger entries have evolved over the years, upping the wow factor with each competition,” said Donna Carpenter, Explore Cabarrus President and CEO. “With more participating restaurants than ever, Cabarrus Burger Madness 2025 gives foodies plenty of delicious new reasons to visit Cabarrus County in March. We encourage burger lovers from near and far to bring (or challenge!) a friend, try these limited-time burgers together, and discover all the wonderful experiences this destination has to offer along the way.”

Diners can view photos, read burger descriptions, and sign up for the free Cabarrus Burger Madness mobile pass at ExploreCabarrus.com/BurgerMadness. The pass lets participants track their tasty tour of Cabarrus County and unlock the ability to vote for their favorite burger by checking in at each location. Voting will be open from March 24-31 and is available exclusively through the Cabarrus Burger Madness mobile pass. Diners must check in at the restaurant to vote for their burger. A printed list of all participating restaurants can also be picked up at the Cabarrus County Visitor Information Center.

Among the contenders vying for votes and bragging rights as to who makes the best burger in Cabarrus are two returning champions, as well as seven restaurants participating for the first time.

The full list of participating locations and their creations include:

• 44 Mills Kitchen +Tap: The 44 Million Dollar Burger
• 73 & Main: Backyard Balling Burger
• ACE No. 3: Big Dipper/Little Dipper
• Bubba’s Bunkhouse: Southwest Hawaiian Burger
• Buzzed Viking Brewing Company: Son’s of Ragnar Burger
• Cabarrus Brewing Company: The Cabarrus Compagno
• Crack of Dawn Diner: Spicy Jalapeno Burger
• Garden Grille & Bar at Hilton Garden Inn: Beef Wellington Burger
• Grounds & Vine: Korean Smokin’ Seoul Sliders
• Jake’s, an R&R Bar-B-Que Restaurant: The BOB
• Johnny Roger’s BBQ & Burgers: The Smokin’ Hash Burger
• Lee’s Sandwich Shop: Beer and Bourbon Burger
• Mt. Pleasant Smokehouse: Smoked Meatloaf Burger
• Southern Strain Brewing Company: Bowl Pack Burger
• The Smoke Pit: Smoked Velveeta Big-Burger
• The Speedway Club: Fig and Blue Burger
• Towel City Tavern: The Mill Stack
• Union Street Cafe: Chorizo White Bean Burger
• Vibez Bar & Grill: The Pork Belly Smokey Bacon Burger
• Village Corner Comfort Kitchen & Bar: Southern Style Burger

Cabarrus Burger Madness began in 2021 as an effort to support local restaurants enduring impacts of the pandemic. Last year, the 18 participating local restaurants sold a combined total of almost 4,000 burgers, and the program saw participants from nine different states with one diner checking in at all 18 locations!

To learn more about Cabarrus Burger Madness, visit ExploreCabarrus.com/BurgerMadness. Stay connected by following @ExploreCabarrus on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Photos of each burger are available HERE. Header photo (from left to right):

Top: Southern Style Burger from Village Corner Comfort Kitchen & Bar, The Pork Belly Smokey Bacon Burger from Vibez Bar & Grill, Chorizo White Bean Burger from Union Street Cafe, The Mill Stack from Towel City Tavern, Fig and Blue Burger from The Speedway Club, Smoked Velveeta Big-Burger from The Smoke Pit, Backyard Balling Burger from 73 & Main

Center: Beef Wellington Burger from Garden Grille & Bar at Hilton Garden Inn, Bowl Pack Burger from Southern Strain Brewing Company, Smoked Meatloaf Burger from Mt. Pleasant Smokehouse, Beer and Bourbon Burger from Lee’s Sandwich Shop, The Smokin’ Hash Burger from Johnny Roger’s BBQ & Burgers, Spicy Jalapeno Burger from Crack of Dawn Diner

Bottom: The Cabarrus Compagno from Cabarrus Brewing Company, The BOB from Jake’s R&R Bar-B-Que Restaurant, Korean Smokin’ Seoul Sliders from Grounds & Vine, Son’s of Ragnar Burger from Buzzed Viking Brewing Company, Southwest Hawaiian Burger from Bubba’s Bunkhouse, Big Dipper/Little Dipper from ACE No. 3, The 44 Million Dollar Burger from 44 Mills Kitchen + Tap

About the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau
As a globally recognized destination marketing organization through Destination International’s Accreditation Program (DMAP), the CCCVB is dedicated to promoting Cabarrus County as a visitor destination and enhancing the complete visitor experience. We also represent and support the interests of the local tourism industry and promote public awareness of the importance of tourism. For more, visit CabCoCVB.com or connect with Explore Cabarrus on social media.

About Cabarrus County, NC
Cabarrus County is in south-central North Carolina in the Piedmont region, about 20 minutes north of Uptown Charlotte. The area encompasses five municipalities: the cities of Concord and Kannapolis, and towns of Harrisburg, Midland and Mount Pleasant. Known as a hub of engaging experiences, Cabarrus County is home to premier motorsports entertainment, shopping, family-friendly attractions, outdoor adventures, historic sites, charming downtowns, and more. 

Media Contacts:

Julie Hinson
Cabarrus County CVB
JulieHinson@ExploreCabarrus.com
704-575-9379

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