The NNN One on One Hamburger Competition Results

Readers riff on their favorite Bar Burgers

In a totally non-scientific poll,  hopefully not rife with voter fraud, we took two venues from each of 5 areas and ran a bit of a competition asking our readers to make the choice between the pairs. 

For the Northern sector of the county the Bitely Bar beat out the Shamrock Pub & Grill. The one comment we received in this matchup was about the Bitely Bar. “Best burger in the county”

Grant/Bridgeton paired  Old Iron Bar & Grill with 7 Mile Inn. Once again we only got a lone comment and it was ascribed to Grant’s favorite (and only) bar. “The blueberry sauce on the burger makes it great.” In the voting however 7 mile edged Old Iron by a single vote.

In Newaygo there was another hotly contested duel that saw Sportsman's Bar emerge on top with comments like “The River Bottom Burger is delicious.” “Love the Super Sport when you want a burger but not bread.” “Great tasting patty, buns are fresh and don’t fall apart and the IPA draft is always cold and the taxidermy lets me know I’m in Michigan.” The Riverstop Saloon had their fans as well with “Always delish, never disappoints.” “Fresh off the grill flavor.” “Juicy and plenty to eat.”

In Fremont The Blind Squirrel continues to hold its place as a huge favorite among burger lovers, though Brew Works made a respectable showing. The praise for the Squirrel included “Lucious.” “Innovative options.” “The Mushroom Swiss is my husband’s favorite.” The Brunch Burger is amazing.” and “The best around.”

As in our pizza competition we had another tie and it was in Croton. The Driftwood and Northern Trails matched vote for vote. Driftwood fans said “Local and big.” Best flavor of beef patty.” and “Made with love.” Northern Trails folks said “Love that burger.” and “Consistently prepared well.”

Once again we thank our readers for their participation. Stay tuned and send in suggestions for our next poll, The best Breakfast in the County

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