Big Flavour - Bigger Impact.
We’re thrilled to bring the tastiest event of the fall to Waterloo Region — the United Way Ultimate Burger Battle, joining United Ways across Canada in this delicious nationwide challenge!
Launched in 2018 in Thunder Bay, the event has quickly become a community favourite, building excitement and support across the country.
Here at home, $2 from every burger sold at participating restaurants goes directly to United Way Waterloo Region, helping fund vital local programs and services.
2025 Participating Restaurants
2024 Winning Restaurants
2024 Burger Creations
The United Way Ultimate Burger Battle is about Community. It brings new and returning customers to local eateries, all while raising funds for local needs. From big flavours to bigger impacts, the Ultimate Burger Battle is a delicious way to support your Community.
Imperial Market & Eatery
Indian spiced burger
Indian spiced Beef & Pork patty topped with deep fried paneer cheese, fresh cucumber & tomato, shaved red onion, tamarind chutney and mint chutney aioli served with hand cut fries.
Browns Socialhouse Waterloo
Butcher Block burger
Maple peppercorn bacon, smoked cheddar, crispy onion ring, chipotle aioli, iceberg lettuce, tomato, pickle.
State & Main
Jalapeño Popper Burger
Two fresh ground beef patties topped with a mixture of cheddar and cream cheese. Topped with bacon, in-house breaded jalapenos, and a Cilantro Lime Crema.
Tony's Family Diner
Butcher Block burger
Maple peppercorn bacon, smoked cheddar, crispy onion ring, chipotle aioli, iceberg lettuce, tomato, pickle.
Mels Diner
Apple Jalapeño Burger
Local apples, thyme and jalapeño-infused pork and beef blended patty. Topped with smooth and savoury Gruyère cheese, spicy arugula, and roasted garlic aioli.
Borealis Grille & Bar
Borealis Bison Burger
Norfolk Bison out of Quebec, YU ground beef, Woolwich goat cheese, Vision heritage blend, Roasted Red Pepper Relish, Onion Ring, Roasted Garlic Aioli .
The Bruce Craft house
The Bruce Burger
Farm Little Organic Ontario Angus Beef Smashburger, Wild Boar Bacon, Chateau de Bourgogne, Ballpark Red Onions, Caramelized Onion Bacon Jam, Tomato Relish, Lettuce, Garlic Aioli, Sesame Seed Bun.
Blackshop Restaurant
Blackshop Smoked Burger
House ground 6oz patty, blackshop aioli, Gouda, bread & butter pickles, crispy onions, toasted brioche bun.
Fresh Burger
FRESH Smash BURGER
Made with fresh 6 OZ prime angus beef smashed patty, Cheddar cheese melted on sautéed mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, bacon, caramelized onions, fresh burger sauce on a kaiser bun.
Thirteen Food & Beverage
LOCAL 13 BURGER
Caramelized onion, bacon, smoked cheddar, bourbon BBQ, lettuce, tomato, garlic aioli, brioche bun. *Vegetarian option available*
The Crazy Canuck
B-Autumn-Less Burger
2 x 4-ounce patties with BBQ brisket, grilled onions, and mustard, coated in cheddar and pepper jack cheese. Topped with a nest of crispy, hand-cut potato straws and finished with house-made maple horseradish mayo, lettuce, pickles, and a warm, spiced carrot slaw.
Blackshop Restaurant
Blackshop Smoked Burger
House ground 6oz patty, blackshop aioli, Gouda, bread & butter pickles, crispy onions, toasted brioche bun.