Burger Battle Royale: Best of the Midwest

2. BEET AND WALNUT BURGER Graze, Madison, WI

A veggie burger made of ground beets and walnuts topped with cucumbers, tomatoes and dill-flecked yogurt.

3. BRICK BURGER Village Bar, Madison, WI

Thick slices of brick cheese, a cheddar- like local specialty, seasoned salt and a juicy beef patty on a no-frills bun.

4. BOB'S BAD BREATH BURGER Weary Traveler Freehouse, Madison, WI

A garlicky organic burger piled with cream cheese, green goddess dressing and sweet Jamaican Pickapeppa sauce. Don't forget your mints!

5. LAMBWICHHoneypie, Milwaukee, WI

Ground lamb, local Creama Kasa, a triple- cream-style cheese, and red pepper– oregano oil on a grilled focaccia bun.