Burger Showdown 7.0
About this Event
🍔 Burger Showdown 7.0
San Antonio's Juiciest Night Returns!
Tickets are now available for the most epic burger battle in South Texas!
Homegrown Chef's "Burger Showdown" is back for its 7th year, bringing together some of San Antonio's most talented chefs for one unforgettable night of burgers, community and friendly (yet fierce) competition.
Join us on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Cherrity Bar as ten culinary heavyweights go head-to-head in pursuit of burger glory. This tasty event for a cause (TBD) has become one of San Antonio's most anticipated culinary events, where creativity, technique and pure burger passion collide.
This isn't your average food event. Guests get to try each burger from every competing chef, French fries, sweet treats, and access to beer and cocktails, along with the chance to vote for their favorite burger of the night.
Please Note: Cherrity Bar will have beer, cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Drinks are not included with ticket admission.
❤️ Beneficiary
Our 2026 nonprofit beneficiary will be announced soon.
As always, the Burger Showdown is committed to supporting important community causes related to the culinary industry, while celebrating San Antonio's incredible culinary talent.
💖 Sponsors
Our 2026 sponsors will be announced soon.
Interested in sponsoring one of San Antonio's premier culinary events? Please contact us for sponsorship opportunities.
🍔 Competing Chefs
(Listed Alphabetically)
Chef Tyler Beyers
Eight Penguins
Chef Joseph Casanova
The Local Void
2025 People's Choice Best Burger Winner
Chef Jared Cattoni
Dos Sirenos Brewing
Chef Mary Lou Davis
Ida Claire
Chef Phillip Gonyea
Krazy Katsu
2025 Overall Runner-Up
Chef Jona Helmy
Sahara Samurai's
Chef Anthony "Nene" Hernandez
2025 Judges' Choice Best Burger Winner
Chef Raul Mendoza
Cuba 1918
Chef Michael Urbano
Cappy's
Chef Jerrel Williams
Shepherd of the Hills
Chef burger descriptions will be announced closer to the event.
🏆 Awards
Four chefs will take home bragging rights this year.
People's Choice Best Burger
Determined by guest voting.
Judges' Choice Best Burger
Selected by our expert judging panel.
Overall Runner-Up
Based on combined scoring across categories.
Kids' Favorite Burger
Selected by our youngest and most enthusiastic burger expert.
👨⚖️ Meet the Judges
David Elder
Award-winning food writer, television personality, and last year's Burger Showdown judge.
Chef Kaius
Two-time People's Choice Best Burger winner and one of San Antonio's most creative culinary talents.
Mike Dubya
Creator of "As Seen in SA" and one of the city's most recognizable food personalities.
Liam Garcia
Returning as judge for the Kids' Favorite Burger category after helping launch the award in 2025.
🍔✨ VIP Tickets
Want the ultimate Burger Showdown experience?
VIP guests receive:
• Early entry at 6:00 p.m.
• First access to all burgers
• One complimentary beer
• Three voting tokens to support your favorite chefs
VIP tickets are limited and expected to sell out.
🍟 What to Expect
• More burgers than you can eat!
• French fries
• Dessert
• Guest voting
• Culinary camaraderie & community
• Bragging rights for the winning chefs
Whether you're a burger purist or an adventurous foodie, you'll experience some of the most creative burgers being served anywhere in Texas on this one-night-only!
❤️ Why It Matters
Burger Showdown was created to celebrate San Antonio's culinary community while giving back to causes that make a difference.
Every ticket purchased helps support our annual charitable mission while showcasing the incredible chefs who make San Antonio one of the nation's most exciting food cities.
Our 2026 beneficiary announcement is coming soon.
🎟 Don't Miss Out
From classic smash burgers to wildly inventive creations, Burger Showdown 7.0 promises another unforgettable evening of food, fun, and fierce competition.
Tickets are expected to sell quickly.
Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and prepare to crown San Antonio's next burger champion.
Refund Policy
All ticket sales are final.
In the rare event of an act of God or other unforeseen circumstance requiring the event to be postponed, tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date.
If you are unable to attend the rescheduled event, your ticket price will be refunded minus Eventbrite processing fees.
Questions?
Email: [email protected]
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 59.75 to USD 117.51
