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McRib and Other Fast Food Classics Resurrected at Oinkster's Burger Week
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Though May has been the official National Burger Month, the Oinkster in Eagle Rock is going to keep the party going through June with their annual burger week. This year the festival goes from June 3-9, with a unique throwback being prepped each day. The creations pay homage to some of fast food's favorites that have been 86ed, like Wendy's Baconator and the McRib. In previous years they've done iterations of the Big Mac, White Castle sliders, and Tommy's chili burgers, and lines have snaked out the door.
Just like last year, Oinkster will be giving away a signature t-shirt tho those who complete all 7 days of Burger Week. New this time around is a social media scavenger hunt, where they'll be giving winners front of the line passes plus one.
Here's the full schedule of the week's burgers via Eater LA.
1) Monday: Wendy's Baconator aka Oinkonator
Two 3oz Square Beef Patties, American Cheese, 6 strips of Bacon, Ketchup, Mayo on a Kaiser Bun.
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2) Tuesday: Bob's Big Boy aka Nino Grande
Two 3oz Beef Patties, American Cheese, Big Boy Relish, Mayo, Shredded Lettuce on a Triple Bun.
3) Wednesday: BURGERLORD of The Rings
5oz Beef Patty, Homemade Onion Rings, Sriracha Cream Cheese, Pineapple Ring & Teriyaki Sauce on a Bagel Bun.
4) Thursday: Grill 'Em All Weedeater:
Half Pound Burg, Jalapeño Bacon, Cheddar, Funyuns, Garlic Aioli & Seared Pulled Pork (in Mosh Pit BBQ Sauce)
5) Friday: Lumpia Burger aka Thrilla From Manila:
5oz Pork Patty with Shrimp & Mushrooms in a Lumpia Wrapper, Green Papaya Relish. Pork Belly & Sweet Thai Sauce on a Pan de Sal Bun.
6) Saturday: Bell Beefer aka Doritos Bell Beefer
Taco seasoned, Dorito crusted, 5oz Beef Patty with shredded Cheddar, Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Ranch Dressing & Tapatio on a Burger Bun.
7) Sunday: McDonald's McRib aka McRibster
Baby Back Ribs with BBQ Sauce, Pickles and Onions on a French Roll
For more updates and photos of the burgs as they're released, check in with the Oinkster's Facebook page.
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