Ashman’s Smash Burgers – HALLOU (IS IT) MI YOU’RE LOOKING FOR

Address: 301 Victoria St. Nelson

Two smashed patties topped with American cheese, loaded with delicious pineapple-bacon jam, house-made pickled onions and our house sauce. All packed into a soft potato roll. The real start of the show? A slab of golden, deep-fried Halloumi! Sweet, salty, smoky and a little bit cheesy. You’ll be dancing on the ceiling after one bit. Available after 11am.

Beauties Pizza – Pocket Pizza

Address: 449 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-2225

Beef and Pork Patty, Backroads Kolsch-infused Cheddar Beer Cheese, braised Beer Onions, and Mustard Beer Sauce, crispy Bacon bits, diced White Onion, Dill Pickle, Tomato, Iceberg Lettuce all wrapped in a Beauties Pizza Dough Pocket. Beauties delivers everyday from 4:30pm-10pm!

Black Cauldron – DUCHESS OF THE DAMNED

Address: 620 Herridge Ln. Nelson | 778-463-4633

Shallots, topped with melted Aged Farmhouse Cheddar and crispy Duck Salami. Layered with Jalapeño Aioli, fresh Arugula, Tomato, deep fried Pickled Red Pepper Jelly. Served on a Brioche Bun with a deep fried Halloumi and Dill Pickle skewer.

Brixx Brewhouse – SMOKIN’ COWBOY

Address: 701 Lakeside Dr. Nelson | 778-463-2236

Smoked Chipotle Peach Aioli, Cowboy Beef Patty, Cowboy Cheese, Banana Peppers, Maple Bacon, Smoked Brisket, Onion Ring, Honey Mustard Coleslaw, Sesame Brioche Bun.

Broken Hill – I’M ALL EARS

Address: 479 Baker St. Nelson | 778-463-2244

Friends, Nelsonites, countrymen, lend me your ears, and hear of the burger! Chuck and Heritage Brisket Patty, cooked the way you like it—medium rare! Served on a Squash-Infused Herb Bun from Kootenay Bakery, with Caramelized Onion & Roasted Apple Aioli, Bacon & Apple Cider Jam, Old Cheddar, fresh Golden Apple, and smoked, crispy Fried Pig Ears.

Busaba Thai Cafe – THAI TOWN IN NELSON

Address: 198 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-2185

Our signature Thai-style Fried Chicken (Kai Todd), topped with homemeade Baby Dill Pickles made locally by our friend Jason. Thai-style Coleslaw, stir-fried Onions, Garlic, fragrant Lemongrass, crispy Butter Lettuce, and of course, our Thai Peanut Sauce. PS. We can make it Thai spicy!

Cantina Del Centro – THE DESSERT BURGER

Address: 565 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-3737

Chili Chocolate Crémeux patty, Queso fresco Cheesecake, crystalized Bacon, Blackberry gel, Pasilla Honeycomb, pickled Blackberries, candied Pasilla Chili, Cocoa Nibs, Pan de Muerto style Bun. We use Nelson’s Schoki 72% Dark Chocolate.

Chez Serge Poutine – LE BEAU BON HAMBOURGEOIS

Address: 405 4th St. Kaslo Canco Gas Station | (250) 353-3139

Ground Beef and Bison half pound Patty, maple cracked pepper Bacon (Old Growth Smokehouse), smoked Cheddar, Black Garlic Aioli, Pear Butter, chipotle-whiskey pickled Onions and Jalapeños, Arugula. A succulent harmony of sweet, heat, and umami flavors dancing between a toasted Brioche Bun, Garnished with Gochugaru Onion Rings. Bon Appetite!

Club Verde at Granite Point Golf Course – GOLF CLUB

Address: 1123 W Richards St. Nelson | 250-352-5913

Nestled in a fresh Kootenay Bakery Brioche Bun, our juicy Turkey-Chicken Patty is stuffed with creamy Brie, topped with house-made Plum BBQ Sauce, Swiss Farmers Sausage, melted Havarti, fresh Tomato, Arugula, house-Pickled Onions, and zesty Mayo. Finished with crunchy Hickory Sticks for the perfect bite. Open Wednesday-Sunday.

Finley’s Bar & Grill – TBD

Address: 705 Vernon St, Nelson | 250-352-5121 / 101 – 402 Baker Street | 250-354-4458

Hume Hotel & Spa – SWEET CHEEKS

Address: 422 Vernon St. Nelson | 250-352-5331

Red Wine + Balsamic-Braised Beef Cheek, Sweet Madeira-Caramelized Onions, House-Ground Beef Chuck + Brisket Patty, Smoked Garlic Scape Crispy Onions, Aged White Cheddar, Baby Romaine, Chive + Black Pepper Remoulade, Red Chimichurri, Kootenay Bakery White Sesame Bun.

Izzy’s Cafe Market – CRISPY BEEF MANDU BACON BURGER

Address: 655 BC-3A (Jorgensen Rd). Nelson | 250-551-2870

Our Korean-inspired take on the classic burger, showcasing the signature flavors of Izzy’s Café Market. Featuring our signature crispy Beef Mandu drizzled with our Kimchi Mayo Sauce, fresh Arugula, pickled Onions, Pickles, fresh Tomatoes, candied Bacon, and melted Cheese. For the full flavor experience, dip it into our savory Galbi Sauce!

Jackson’s Hole & Grill – EYE OF THE BEHOLDER

Address: 524 Vernon St. Nelson | 250-354-1919

Beauty is in the eye when holding a Prime Rib Burger topped with Tomato Jam, Smoked Gouda, fresh Arugula, sautéed Mushrooms, crispy marinated Onions and a Peppercorn Horseradish Aioli. Held together with a Garlic Beef Tallow Brushed Brioche Bun!

Kokanee Glacier Resort – THE NORTH SHORE BURGER

Address: 2615 Hwy 3A. Nelson | 250-825-9421

A double stack of well-marbled Beef Short Rib, marinated and deep-fried until golden and crisp. Layered with fresh Lettuce, house-made Apple and Pear Mayonnaise, flame-kissed Havarti, and fresh Strawberries in a Black Charcoal Sesame Bun. Bold, savoury and bright—worth the short drive north.

Kootenay Canton Restaurant (KC’s) – SAPPORO GOCHU KEI HANBAO

Address: 546 Baker Street. Nelson | 250-352-5115

Homemade Steamed Bao with Crispy, Sapporo Beer-Battered Chicken Breast, Local Greens, and a sweet, spicy house-made Korean BBQ Drizzle, layered with a light Wasabi Mayo and a Creamy Wasabi & Sesame Coleslaw, then topped with fresh local Broccoli Sprouts.

Kootenay Tamil Kitchen – BEEF KOTHU SMASH BURGER !!!

Address: 660 Baker St. Nelson | 778-463-1008

A crispy smashed Beef Patty chopped on the griddle with Fried Parotta into Beef Kothu, the street food of Tamil Nadu, Salna Mayo, layered with Beet and Red Onion Pickle, Top with a sunny-side-up Egg and crispy fried Curry Leaves. A Jalapeño Bhaji and fresh Cilantro for garnish.

Ktunaxa Grill – BIRCH BRISKET BISON BURGER

Address: 3609 Hwy 31 Ainsworth Hot Springs | 250-229-2412

A fresh Bison Burger topped with Bison Brisket braised in Birch Syrup and Backroads Stout, with Aged White Cheddar, Sweetgrass Aioli, and Cucumber Pickle Slaw, on a Toasted Potato Bun.

Kurama Sushi – KURO-FUNE BURGER

Address: 491 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-5353

A striking Charcoal-Black Rice Bun with juicy, crispy Karaage Chicken, Kurama’s signature Teriyaki Sauce, bright Yuzu-Takuan Mayo, and lightly fried Kabocha tossed in a sweet-sour grated Onion Dressing. Sweet, savory, citrusy and crunchy. Made for this moment, never repeated.

Louie’s Steakhouse – THE DIANE

Address: 616 Vernon St. Nelson | 250-352-5570

If you thought Steak Diane was just for Steaks, think again! A juicy Angus Beef Patty layered with mild Horseradish Aioli, our signature Dijon and Brandy-deglazed Mushroom Steak Diane sauce, melted Gruyère Cheese, and Cranberry Bacon Jam, crowned with crispy Spiral Potatoes. All served on a toasted black and white Sesame Seed Bun.

Main Street Diner – THE SANTORINI SHAWARMA STACK

Address: 616 Baker St. Nelson | 250-354-4848

A Shawarma spiced Lamb Burger (Cumin, Coriander, Turmeric, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger ++), sweet pickled Onions, the Diner’s Tabouli w/ Greek Yogurt Tzatziki, house-made Hummus, crunchy Dill Pickles, a piece of crisp Leaf Lettuce & sweet n savoury Middle Eastern Chutney on Winlaw’s own Fomi’s Bakery Burger Bun.

Marzano – THE MILANO

Address: 153 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-9205

House Ground Beef Chuck, Fior Di Latte, Crispy Prosciutto, Tomato Fennel Jam, Caramelized Black Pepper Onions, Radicchio + Baby Gem Lettuce, Confit Garlic Aioli, La Ruelle Bakery Brioche Bun (*Gluten-Free with a GF Bun).

Nelson Brewing Co. – VALHALLA PLAYBOY

Address: 512 Latimer St. Nelson | 250-352-3582

Available Tuesday – Friday 4pm – 8pm. A little sweet, a little heat, and a whole lot of trouble. Local Grass-Fed Organic Beef Patty infused with Ginger, finished with a Spicy Sambal-Hoisin Glaze. Topped with Charred Pineapple, Carrot Cabbage Daikon Kimchi, Lemon-Valhalla Mayo, and fresh Cilantro, all tucked between two cheeky Brioche Buns. A real heartbreaker.

Oso Negro Cafe – B.B.B. – BREAKFAST BAGEL BURGER

Address: 604 Ward St. Nelson | 250-352-7661

Available until 11:30 a.m. daily! Featuring a juicy Sausage from You Silly Sausage, a local free range Egg Patty, and Smoked Cheddar Cheese, layered with Herbed Cream Cheese, fresh Arugula, Pickled Onions, and Oso’s delicious house aioli. All served on a fresh Montreal-style Bagel from Frantastic Foodz!

Osprey Mountain Grill – THE KAMAYAN BURGER

Address: Balfour Golf Course 602 Queens Bay Road. Balfour | 250-229-4113

A Filipino inspired Burger. Kamayan means to eat using your hands or to shake someone’s hand. La Ruelle Ube Bun, Double 3oz Longganisa Pork and Bison Patties, Havarti Cheese, Banana Ketchup Aioli, pickled Kolrabi, Arugula and a rich Caldereta Demi to dunk in!

Outer Clove Restaurant – SCHNITZ & GIGGLES

Address: 536 Stanley St. Nelson | 250-354-1667

A crispy Pork Schnitzel on a Pretzel Bun, topped Holstein-style with a fried Egg, Pickles, Anchovies and Capers, finished with a Smoky Paprika-Honey Mustard Sauce.

Port701 Marinaside Dining & Raw Bar – PUERTO PRINCESA

Address: 701 Lakeside Dr. Nelson | 778-463-2236

Smashed Avocado Hass, Tender Lettuce, Grilled Tomato, Smoked Mexican Chorizo Beef Patty, Tequila Mango Cheddar Sauce, Chicharones, Pickled Onion, Sesame Brioche Bun.

Red Light Ramen – PULLED PORK KIMCHI BURGER

Address: 308 Herridge Lane. Nelson | 250-352-0966

House-made Butternut Squash Bun, Gochujang Mayo, Miso Pulled Pork, Pineapple Kimchi, Pickled Shimeji Mushrooms, Butter Lettuce, Cucumber and crispy fried Onion.

Rel∙ish – BURGER ON STAGE

Address: 301 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-5232

A little theatre, a lot of flavour. Our Beef Patty pairs with Montreal-Style Smoked Brisket, Applewood-Smoked Cheddar, Backroads Beer-Battered Enoki Crisps, Blackberry Maple Onion Jam and Roasted Garlic Dijon Honey Mustard on a Pretzel Bun. Presented beneath a glass dome, lifted tableside for a dramatic smoky reveal.

Sage – Eat, Drink, Unwind – HOUSE-MADE S’LAMB

Address: 705 Vernon St. Nelson | 250-352-5140

Packed with flavour and crunch. It starts with a seasoned Lamb Patty alongside crispy Onions and caramelized Pancetta. Perfectly balanced flavours with pickled Fennel and Onion, roasted Shallot Balsamic Sauce finished with our creamy house made Lebanese Sauce on a Sesame Brioche Bun.

Sakura Sushi Nelson – TANDOORI CHICKEN BURGER

Address: 198 Baker St. Nelson | 250-551-2128

Crispy Fried Chicken marinated in aromatic Tandoori Spices, topped with fresh Lettuce and Pickled Mango Mayo, layered with a Tangy Mint Sauce and Sweet & Spicy Mango Sauce. Served in a Soft, Toasted Bun for the perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and bold Indian-inspired flavours.

Salmo Hotel Bar and Grill – Mexican Smash Burger

Address: 101- 4th St. Salmo | 250-357-9225

When world – class Alberta beef meets the bold flavours of Mexico. 3 – 3 oz. Patties on a toasted Bun, smothered in fresh Guacamole, topped with 3 pieces of Cheese, Lettuce and deep fried Jalapeños. Finished with a Salsa Mayo Aioli.

Sidewinders – THE PULLED PORK SPECIAL

Address: 696 Baker St. Nelson | (250) 352-4621

Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Caramelized Onions, tossed in our house-made Tangy BBQ Sauce. Topped with Monterey Jack Cheese and Crunchy Coleslaw. Sandwiched in a Toasted Kootenay Bakery Sourdough Bun with our famous Garlic Aioli and a hit of Sriracha.

Sleep Is For Sissies – CHILE RELLENO BURGER

Address: 5622 Highway 6, Winlaw | 250-226-7663

Heritage Pork & Beef Chorizo Patty, stacked with Oaxaca Cheese, a Chile Relleno, crispy corn-battered Onions, Sour Cream, Garlic Guacamole, house-smoked Chipotle Sauce, and fresh Herbs.

Sprout Plant Based Eatery – Under the Tuscan Bun

Address: 569 Ward St. Nelson | 778 463 3366

The most Medi-Licious Burger this side of the Atlantic! An Herbaceous Edamame, Zucchini and White Bean Patty with a spiced Castelvetrano and Apricot Spread, whipped Feta, Za’atar French Fries, Pickled Turnip, Gremolata, toasted Almonds and an Arugula, Celery and Cucumber Salad on a Calabrese Bun. Buon Appetito!

Tandoori Indian Grill – THE MASALA LAMB CHAAP BURGER

Address: 409 Kootenay St. Nelson | 250-352-5999

A celebration of spice, texture, and indulgence. House-crafted Lamb Chaap, infused with authentic Indian spices, Green Bell Peppers, Onions, Chickpeas Flour, Egg Whites and fried to golden perfection in aromatic Ghee (certified butter). Paired with cool Mint Mayo, fresh Arugula, fiery Pepper Spread, and tangy Beetroot-Cabbage Sauerkraut. Drizzled with sweet-heat Habanero Honey and crowned with Silky Burrata Cheese, all embraced by a pillowy Potato Bun. Veggie Patty option available as well

Taqueria Kaslo – ¡HAMBURGUESA!

Address: 419 Front Street. Kaslo | 250-353-8790

Chuck and Pork Fat Patty topped with fried Jack Cheese, Aged Cheddar, Peruvian Pickled Pepper Aioli, crispy Confit Duck, fried Camote, Cilantro Pickles, and Bone Marrow Bordelaise. Served on a custom Masa, Sweet Potato and Birria Fat Bun crafted by Au Soleil Levant Bakery.

The Block Eatery – THE CURE & CULTURED

Address: 91 Baker St. Nelson | 778-463-2017

Cured 18-hour braised floating Stone Ranch Wagyu, slow-cooked with fermented Black Garlic, house-fermented Kootenay Corner Gardens Sauerkraut, homemade Mustard Aged Balsamic and Creston Honey, Swiss Cheese, and Roaming Roots Farm Garlic-Scape Mayonnaise. A locally-rooted, cultured take on the classic Reuben.

The Dam – KOOTENAY SMOKE SHOW

Address: 3126 South Slocan Station Rd. South Slocan | 250-359-7515

6 oz house-made Beef Burger, with our roasted garlic Buffalo Sauce, Cajun Dusted Onion Rings, and Candied Pepper Bacon. stacked with crisp Iceberg Lettuce, Jalapeños, Tomato, Pickles, Red Onion and melted Smoked Cheddar Cheese. Served on a Toasted Pretzel Bun, garnished with a Stuffed Jalapeño.

The Dominion Cafe – HERITAGE PEAR & BLUE BURGER

Address: 334 Baker St. Nelson | 250-352-1904

A juicy, perfectly seared double Beef Patty topped with creamy Blue Cheese, housemade Caramelized Pear and Onion Chutney, crispy Golden Shallots, fresh Arugula and signature Dijon Aioli, all nested in a Julie’s Homestyle Classic Sesame And Poppy Seed Bun. A bold harmony of sweet, savory and rich flavours.

The Junction Eatery – THE LOG JAM

Address: 204 Fourth St. Salmo | 250-521-2121

Straight from the backwoods, this 6 oz Charbroiled Beast is loaded with Spring Greens, melted Apple-Smoked Monterey Jack and savage Bacon Onion Jam. Roasted Garlic Aioli seals the deal on a toasted Sesame Seed Bun. Smoky, juicy, rugged, and built like a lumberjack. BIG BEEF. NO MERCY.

The Landing – DIP AT THE LANDING

Address: 7924 Balfour Wharf Road. Balfour | 250-229-4244

Two 3 oz grilled 81/19 Chuck Patties layered with thin Aged Cheddar and Beer-Braised Onions, topped with Crispy Pickled Enoki Mushrooms and fresh little gem greens, finished with Horseradish Aioli and served on a toasted Kootenay Bakery Sourdough Bun. Served with a clear Charred Jalapeno and Citrus Beef Jus for dipping. “The Dip at the Landing” combines the familiar comfort of a classic beef dip and our famous Double Double Cheeseburger and translates it into a competition burger.

The Royal – ALL SHOOK UP

Address: 330 Baker St. Nelson | 250-354-7014

Our famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken – double dredged for maximum crunch, done hot Nashville style. A riff on the classic Elvis Sandwich, with Peanut Butter and Jam, Crispy Bacon, Pickled Jalapeños, and Banana Slices. All on a Sienna Bakery Brioche Bun. Gluten free and vegetarian available.

The Vienna Cafe – Six B’s

Address: 411 Kootenay St. Nelson | 250-354-4646

The Bison, Beef, Bacon, Brie on Brioche Burger! Big Valley Organic Bison and Tarzwell Farms Organic Beef Patty with Bacon. Topped with Double Creamed Brie, Organic White Onion, Organic Greens, Organic Wild Mushrooms, Tomato, Pickle and Roasted Garlic Chipotle Mayo on an Organic Sesame Seed Brioche Bun.

Tonik Tasting Lounge – FRENCH ONION BURGER

Address: 1286 Hwy 6, Crescent Valley | 778-454-1179

A third-pound all-beef patty smothered in Swiss Cheese with sauteed Provencal Mushrooms & Onions, sauced with French Onion Aioli & Lemongrass Gin Mustard, Baby Spinach, fresh Tomato and Polskis. Served on our homemade Honey Glazed Pizza Dough Bun.

Uptown Sportsbar – ANIMAL STYLE

Address: 616 Vernon St. Nelson | 250-352-2715

If you know, you know! Our take on a cult favourite. An Angus Beef Patty brushed with mustard before hitting the grill, topped with Canadian-made American Cheddar, grilled Onions, shredded Lettuce, sliced Tomato, and our signature Animal Sauce, all served on a toasted Potato Bun with extra Animal Sauce on the side for dipping. Vegetarian patty and gluten-free bun available upon request.

Waypoint Restaurant – VALLEY SMASH

Address: Kaslo Hotel, 430 Front St. Kaslo | 250-353-7714

Brisket and B.C. Venison Smash Patties, Double-Smoked Bacon, House Hickory Sticks, B.C. Huckleberry BBQ Sauce with Smoked Bone Marrow Chive Aioli, Arugula and Tomato on a toasted house-made Bannock Bun. Smoke, sweet and crunch, all in one bite.

Yum Son – COCO CRUNCH CRAZE

Address: 522 Victoria St | 778-463-2234

Fried Chicken Thigh tossed in Coconut Gochujang, topped with Cheddar, Pickled Vegetable & Apple Slaw, Arugula, Cilantro, and Jalapeno-Garlic Aioli. Served on a Kootenay Bakery Beetroot Bun, crowned with Crispy Pork Belly. Gluten free option available.