National Cheeseburger Day falls on September 18th

Duck Dive Aloha Burger (courtesy photo)

From patties piled high with melted cheese and toppings, to spicy creations for those who are a bit more adventurous, there are plenty of ways to enjoy. We’ve rounded up some of the most delicious, mouth-watering cheeseburgers across San Diego.

Sink your teeth into Duck Dive's Bacon & Bleu Cheeseburger on National Cheeseburger Day. The combination of a ½ lb. all-natural beef patty, brown sugar and black pepper bacon, tomato jam, butter lettuce, and melted bleu cheese all served on a brioche bun, is the perfect way to celebrate. Duck Dive’s menu, which features American dishes served with coastal flare, also features an Aloha Burger, comprised of an all-natural beef patty, grilled pineapple, pepperjack cheese, tomato aioli, sliced red onion, tomato, and lettuce on a brioche bun. Both burgers are excellent options for this foodie-favorite holiday!

Sandbar Sportsbar & Grill is a Mission Beach hot spot for tasty tacos, refreshing drinks, and iconic burgers. For National Cheeseburger Day, dare to try the Diablo Burger, made with chipotle aioli, jalapenos, pepper jack cheese, spicy guacamole, and crispy onion strings. Or you could go for the classic Sandbar Bacon Cheeseburger, a dish that can’t be missed. This burger comes with bacon, grilled onions, cheddar cheese, house sauce, lettuce, and tomato! Both burgers are served with your choice of side – fries, tater tots, or chips and salsa. Enjoy!

PRK 101 is Carlsbad Village's haven for BBQ-inspired grub in an outdoor oasis! A perfect gathering space for sporting events or a day in the sun with friends and family, their 8,000 square foot space beckons you to relish in National Cheeseburger Day with their infamous smashburgers. The Smash features 2 smashed patties, sauteed mustard onions, melted american cheese, comeback sauce, and pickles, while The Western features beef blend patty, melted cheddar, 2 strips bacon, onion rings, and house bbq sauce.

The Smoking Gun is the Gaslamp Quarter's revolutionary spin on the neighborhood bar, complete with pool, shuffleboard, ping pong, a photo booth, and a full-size arcade! Well-known among locals for their Butter Burger, this feature is perfect for happy hour, late night, or any time in between. Between two buttered brioche buns, find two ¼lb wagyu patties, american cheese, roasted garlic aioli, and pickle slices for a heavenly indulgence. 

RustiCucina offers Sicilian fare to University Heights, with the use of local ingredients driving home their farm-to-neighborhood philosophy. With their own take on the cheeseburger, you'll find the Il Nostro Hamburger with a double smashed burger, provolone cheese, crispy guanciale caramelized onions, and truffle mayo served with a side of truffle fries!

With locations throughout San Diego County, Breakfast Republic is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.! For National Cheeseburger Day, indulge in a twist in the classic perfect for starting your day. The Breakfast Burger includes beef patty, Portugese linguisa sausage, muenster cheese, an egg any style, spinach, fried onion, and thousand island dressing spread on a brioche bun, served with house potatoes.