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Burger Battle Crowns 10-Year Champion
29 Jun
Summary
- Burger Fi's Rodeo Burger claimed the top prize.
- The 10th annual competition attracted 1,800 attendees.
- Burger Fi received a trophy and a $1,000 cash prize.
Burger Fi, a restaurant from Northville, has won the 10th annual Detroit Burger Battle, an event celebrating a decade of culinary competition. The competition, affectionately dubbed the 'Burger of the Decade,' saw 1,800 attendees gather to sample creations from eight local restaurants.
Burger Fi's winning entry, the Rodeo Burger, impressed judges with its Angus beef patties, barbecue sauce, charred jalapeños, peppers, jack cheese, and fried onion crisps. Owner-operator Alban Shehu expressed surprise and delight at the win, highlighting the burger's balance of sweetness and spiciness. The restaurant received a trophy and a $1,000 prize.
Other notable mentions included Aljoom's BBQ of Dearborn Heights in second place and King Koney of Detroit in third. Frita Batidos of Detroit secured the People's Choice award, and Tiliani Italian Restaurant & Bar of Dearborn won Best Presentation. Organizers expressed pride in reaching the 10-year milestone, crediting the participating restaurants for their continuous innovation.
