Vegetarians, vegans, and lactose intolerants rejoice! Next Level Burger has solved Portland’s perpetual riddle of the dietary restrictions. Now even non-carnivores can enjoy the glory of Burger Week. The Pomme Fromage uses one hundred percent plant-based everything to create a flavorful delight that will be a beacon of lightness during a slog of cholesterol. The star of the Pomme Fromage is the savory and satisfying patty—a mix of quinoa, chia seeds, garbanzo beans, onion, and carrot. It doesn’t try to imitate meat (one of my biggest pet peeves with veggie burgers); it’s just delicious all on its own. In a brave and unexpected move, the burger is also topped with caramelized apples (YEAH APPLES), creamy Swiss vegan cheese, and a drizzle of sweet mustard aioli. The balance of this burger is completed with a handful of crunchy, spicy arugula. Horary for burgers with fruits and vegetables! BRI BREY

The Portland Mercury’s Burger Week—AKA the best week of your life—runs from Aug 8-13. Feast on amazing $5 burgers at 35 restaurants… and while you’re at it, we challenge you to donate $5 to Oregon Food Bank for every burger you eat!

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