This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In WI (And It's Not Culver's)

TWIN CITIES, MN — There is no shortage of places in Wisconsin to grab a burger, an all-American classic. But connoisseurs who want the best should head to Hazelhurst's Pickles Bar & Grill, according to a new list.

Tasting Table, a food and drink news site, said Pickles Bar & Grill in Hazelhurst is the best in Wisconsin:

Hazelhurst's Pickles Bar & Grill is as rustic as they come — you can even take a seat in an actual pontoon boat to enjoy your meal (don't worry, it's outside). It's the proud recipient of the Wisconsin Beef Council's first-ever best burger award for its legendary all-American burger. Shockingly, it doesn't have cheese curds on it, but it's still drenched in cheese, plus lettuce, tomato, onion, and smoked garlic mayo, all stacked on a hefty half-pound patty.

The overall list includes simple creations from ultra-casual spots and gourmet bites from classy, time-honored establishments.

Americans consume about 50 billion burgers a year, or three burgers a week, whether at a restaurant, from a food truck or at home, according to multiple sources.

Burgers have only been around for about 100 years, but have become a quintessential example of Americana. While the “contentious debate” over which state can claim to be the birthplace of the burger has never been settled, “every state in the U.S. is home to some mind-blowing takes on America's favorite sandwich, from classic iterations with just meat and cheese to towering icons of beefy, saucy, veggie-laden splendor.”

To be considered for the list, burgers had to have amassed some serious recognition among burger lovers, whether with culinary awards, positive reviews or “best of” competitions.

“Many of these eateries are local linchpins with histories dating back nearly a century, while others are newer spots that are rapidly accruing cult followings,” Tasting Table said. “The best burger in each state is subjective, and there are plenty of restaurants around the nation that came close to earning our title of best in the state, but we stand by our top picks. These burgers earned their shining reputation and our vote thanks to unique recipes, top-quality ingredients, or expert burger craftsmanship, and all act as a quintessential example of the one meal that can encapsulate America's culinary history.”