MACON, Ga. — It's official - the 'beef' is finally over between many of Macon's restaurants. We know the People's Choice winner for Macon Burger Week but who was the most creative?
The culinary genius of Macon Burger Week 2023, and the winner of the prestigious Cleverly Creative Award is La Bella Morelia for their mouthwatering Al Pastor Burger!
Their burger was made up of a beef patty marinated with al pastor seasoning, grilled pineapple and grilled onions with pickled jalapenos, grilled queso fresco, guacamole and chipotle mayo on a warm bun.
"Hats off to La Bella Morelia for bringing the Cleverly Creative flair to Macon Burger Week 2023 – where burgers transcend expectations, and creativity reigns supreme," the official Macon Burger Week Facebook page said announcing the restaurant's win.
La Bella Morelia is located on 524 Mulberry Street. They are open from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. on Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. on Friday-Saturday and 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Monday.
The People's Choice winner was Grey Goose Players Club.
Their creation, the "Hot Shot," was an 8oz CAB Gooseburger with the signature "sweet and smokey" habanero bacon jam, pimento cheese and topped with a fried green tomato.
Grey Goose is located at 4524 Forsyth Road in Macon, and they are open from Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday - Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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