We're Betting on Kevin Gillespie as Atlanta's Burger King!

Atlanta is playing host to an epic burger throw down that benefits the Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation  and Atlanta Legal Aid Society . The First Annual Burger Battle and Beer Tasting has recruited Atlanta’s very own Kevin Gillespie to compete for the title of best burger on Thursday, June 6. We’re rooting for you, Kevin! 

May the Best Burger Win

Everyone loves a good burger. Combine eating delicious burgers and helping out a great cause, and you get Battle of the Burgers. Enjoy live music while sampling bites from Atkins Park Tavern, the New York Butcher Shoppe and other Atlanta restaurants. This year's event on Saturday, October 1 is at John Howell Park in Virginia-Highland. All proceeds support Embraced in its mission to collect and share gently used medical equipment locally and globally.

If you feel the need to burn some calories before chomping on some patties, register for the "Burger-Eating 5K Run" that starts at 9 a.m. Otherwise, show up from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. to get your fill of beer and burgers. Make sure you stick around and see who wins the "Judge's Choice, Best Burger" and to cast your vote for "People's Choice, Best Burger." Last year, Atkins Park Tavern delighted vegetarians with their meatless entry, taking home "People's Choice" in the division. Could they repeat this year? You'll have to come and see for yourself!

Best Burger Battle Tomorrow

Looks like there's going to be perfect weather for tomorrow's Battle of the Burgers to benefit Embraced. With the burger boom in town, this is sure to be a tasty and juicy competition. Check it out to see who you think should be the real burger king! Battle of the Burgers is from noon until 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 2 at John Howell Park in Virginia Highland. Tickets are $20 and include 20 taste tickets. $5 for children under 10. Our friends at Atkins Park have two entries: "The Best Way" burger made with grass-fed beef and topped with bacon jam and Taleggio cheese, and the restaurant's house-made black bean veggie burger topped with roasted poblano chilies, pepper Jack cheese and guacamole. For every ticket sold, Embraced is able to serve five individuals in need of medical equipment. Enjoy!