burgers

Over 20 burgers. One tasty region.
From classic smash patties to bold flavour bombs, explore the epic lineup of burgers sizzling across Nelson Tasman this winter. Try one (or try them all), then vote for your favourites and be in to win!

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Nelson HotHouse Nelson HotHouse

The Vic Public House

Double Cheese Beef Burger

Two 100g smash patties with Swiss cheese, whipped blue cheese, thick cut bacon, roasted mushroom, romaine lettuce, bourbon onion jam, served in a soft brioche bun, with spiced fries.

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Le plônc

French Kiss

Flame-licked ballotine of ox tongue and cheek with triple-cream cheese, drowned in sour cherry BBQ sauce, between black garlic brioche buns.

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River Kitchen

The River Chicken Burger

Our signature buttermilk chicken with a pineapple fritter, Pestell's streaky bacon, Kāpiti aged cheddar, our sweet chilli jam, seasonal leaves and a toasted brioche bun.

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Stoke, Richmond HotHouse Stoke, Richmond HotHouse

Sprig + Fern Marsden

The Spicy Valley Clucker Burger

Medium heat, maximum flavour. Crispy buffalo chicken topped with creamy blue cheese ranch, crispy shallots, sweet crunchy gherkins and our house-made slaw. Served in a toasted sesame brioche bun for the ultimate bite - messy, tangy, and irresistible, Sprig + Fern Marsden presents the Spicy Valley Clucker Burger!

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Arden

Fake Plastic Cheese Burger

House made toasted sesame bun with burnt onion mayo, smash pattie, grilled fake plastic cheese, classic burger sauce and bread and butter pickles.

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Stoke, Tāhunanui HotHouse Stoke, Tāhunanui HotHouse

Little Nessie

Reuben Royale

This ain't your grandma’s Reuben. 👊 120g smash-grilled beef 🧀 American and Swiss double melt 🥓 Pastrami + sauerkraut rollup crown 🥒 McClure’s sweet & spicy pickle punch 🔥 Our Twisted Reuben Sauce — tangy, creamy, with a secret kick 💥 Sandwiched in a toasted brioche bun.

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Tākaka HotHouse Tākaka HotHouse

Roots Bar

Wahine Wild

Premium Game wild venison smash patties, secret smash burger sauce, american cheese, candied jalapeno, onions, lettuce on toasted brioche bun, served with golden fries and tomato sauce. available as a double or single patty.

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Kismet Cocktail & Whisky Bar

The Ardburger

A fiery, smoky feast of Islay in a bun. Braised brisket with Ardbeg BBQ rubs, smoky whisky-infused sauce, melted smoked cheddar, and crispy onions, all tucked into a toasted brioche. Served with truffle-parmesan fries. Bold, peaty, and unforgettable. 🥃🔥

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Nelson, Motueka HotHouse Nelson, Motueka HotHouse

Kiwi Kai

Wahanui Wagyu Smash Burger

Premium Wagyu pattie pan-fried with mushroom truffle oil, topped with local smoked cheese, smoked oyster mushrooms, crispy shallots, and Horopito & Tomato chutney, all served in a fresh brioche bun with lettuce and gherkin – tu meke good!

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Kiwi Kai

Juicy Hāmana Burger

Pohutakawa smoked salmon fillet nestled in a fresh brioche bun and topped with a creamy coconut rémoulade, layered with crisp lettuce, light fennel slaw, caramelised onion, and finished with a dollop of our house-made Kānuka & Beetroot Relish.

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Richmond HotHouse Richmond HotHouse

Ambrosia Cafe

Thai’d Up chicken

House baked baguette, marinated satay chicekn and miso sauce, finished with a sweet and sour thai salsa

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Motueka HotHouse Motueka HotHouse

The Smoking Barrel

Buldak Fried Chicken Noodle Burger

Crispy ramen noodle crumbed fried chicken / secret mayo / cheese / sunny-side up free range egg / spicy Buldok noodle glaze / fresh spring onion / grilled brioche bun

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Burger Culture

Black Betty

140G Beef Patty with melted brie, spiced pumpkin, roasted almond and bacon brittle, chimmichuri all served in a smokey charcoal brioche bun.

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The Dog’s Bone

Kimchi Cheeseburger

Juicy thick beef burger, kawa funk vegan kimchi, sweet and spicy gochujang sauce, american cheese, crisp salty pickles, and the big dog's in house burger sauce, all served on a toasted potato bun.

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Red 16

Chilli Bandito

Deconstructed spicy mexican beef tortilla burger, with slow cooked spicy beef, chipotle mayo, sour cream & pickled jalapeños.

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Nelson, Tāhunanui HotHouse Nelson, Tāhunanui HotHouse

The Styx

Portside Peri Peri Chicken Burger

Our Portuguese grilled chicken burger is smothered with our garlicky, tangy, highly-addictive Peri Peri mayonnaise, served on a soft sesame bun with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and fried onions.

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Māpua HotHouse Māpua HotHouse

Sprig + Fern Māpua

The Zingy Greenwave

Crispy golden beer-battered Gurnard fish fillet nestled in a soft buttermilk bun, layered with shaved lettuce, ripe tomato, and peppery rocket. Finished with house-made pea pesto and zesty lemon tartare, served with hand-cut chips.

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Tāhunanui HotHouse Tāhunanui HotHouse

Sprig + Fern Tāhunanui

One Night in Bangkok

Sticky Asian style Fried Chicken with Hoisin Bang sauce, Thai Slaw with pickled ginger and nori, micro greens in a toasted buttermilk bun, served with house cut chips.

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Stoke HotHouse Stoke HotHouse

The Honest Lawyer

The Honest Chick-Aloha Burger

The Honest Good Fried Chicken thigh with a house-made Mac and Cheese crumbed pattie, caramelised pineapple salsa, crispy bacon and smoky jalapeno aioli with crisp iceberg lettuce on a Brioche bun, served with fries.

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