Cheeseburger Beach Battle and Tribute Concert

Cheeseburger Beach Battle and Tribute Concert

📅 Thursday, September 3 · 5:00–8:00 PM

📍 Southernmost on the Beach · 508 South St, Key West

Who makes the best hamburger with cheese in a tropical place? You be the judge—right on the beach.

Join us for a lively, toes-in-the-sand showdown where some of Key West’s favorite restaurants and caterers go head-to-head, each serving up their take on the ultimate tropical cheeseburger. Sample your way through the competition, cast your vote, and help decide who takes the title.

Returning to defend their crown is Surly Siren—but this year they’ll face serious competition, including Margaritaville serving side by side, plus a lineup of contenders ready to bring their best. It’s anyone’s game.

Set against the backdrop of the ocean at sunset, this is more than a tasting—it’s a full-on beach party. Grab a drink, feel the breeze, and settle in as Jimmy Buffett tribute band Gypsies in the Palace takes the stage with a set of classic island favorites to keep the energy going all evening.

🎟️ Tasting tickets are limited to just 300 and will sell out—this is one you don’t want to miss.

Presented by Just a Few Friends, Southernmost on the Beach Resort and Faustos Food Palace

Contestants Include (subject to change & additions):

🍔 Hogfish Bar & Grill

🍔 Salty Chef Catering – Chef Juan

🍔 Doc’s on Duval

🍔 Southernmost Beach Café

🍔 Surly Siren (defending champion)

🍔 Margaritaville Café

🍔 Great Events Catering – Chef Dave

🍔 Ocean’s Edge

🍔 Mac's Place

🍔 Limited Edition Festival Tee Alert 🌴
Preorder your exclusive “Hamburger with Cheese in a Tropical Place” shirt for just $28 before they disappear. These collectible tees are printed only to preorder quantities and will not be sold at the event.

📍Pickup at the official JAFF merchandise tent during the Cheeseburger event.

Every person must have a $15 GA ticket to enter

Cheeseburger ticket necessary to sample and vote for additional $25 ($35 total) PER PERSON

✨ Beach vibes · Live music · Great food

🌴 Tropical attire encouraged · Flip flops welcome

⚠️ No outside food or alcohol · No pets

🪑 Low-back chairs & blankets permitted (limited chair rentals available)