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Corning Today
By the People, for the People
Steuben County Restaurants Vie for Best NY Burger Title
Butcher's Son, Carey's Brew House, and Maybe Baby Burgers nominated for 2026 competition
Mar. 19, 2026 at 9:04am
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Several restaurants in Steuben County, New York, including the defending champion Butcher's Son in Corning, have been nominated for the 10th annual Best NY Burger Competition. Voting is now open for the public to decide the winner, with the top 10 finalists to be announced on April 14 before an anonymous panel of judges determines the overall champion.
Why it matters
The Best NY Burger Competition highlights the thriving burger scene in the Southern Tier region, showcasing local restaurants and beef producers. With Steuben County restaurants having won the title in the past, this year's contest is an opportunity to further cement the area's reputation for exceptional burgers made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
The details
The New York Beef Council holds the annual Best NY Burger Competition, which is now in its 10th year. Butcher's Son in Corning, the 2025 winner, has been nominated again this year along with two other Steuben County restaurants known for their burgers: Carey's Brew House in Corning and Maybe Baby Burgers in Bath. Voting is open from March 18 to April 10, with the top 10 finalists to be announced on April 14. An anonymous panel of judges will then evaluate the finalists' burgers based on taste, presentation, and overall experience to determine the ultimate winner.
- Voting opened on March 18, 2026.
- Voting will close on April 10, 2026.
- The top 10 finalists will be announced on April 14, 2026.
The players
Butcher's Son
A restaurant in Corning, New York that won the Best NY Burger Competition in 2025 and has been nominated again for the 2026 contest.
Carey's Brew House
A restaurant in Corning, New York that has been nominated for the 2026 Best NY Burger Competition.
Maybe Baby Burgers
A restaurant in Bath, New York that has been nominated for the 2026 Best NY Burger Competition.
New York Beef Council
The organization that holds the annual Best NY Burger Competition.
Chrissy Claudio
The Director of Consumer Engagement for the New York Beef Council.
What they’re saying
“This competition wouldn't be possible without the excitement of New York burger lovers and the support of our beef producers across the state. We've received an incredible lineup of nominations, and now the public has the power to decide which burger reigns supreme.”
— Chrissy Claudio, Director of Consumer Engagement, New York Beef Council
What’s next
The top 10 finalists in the Best NY Burger Competition will be announced on April 14, 2026, after which an anonymous panel of judges will evaluate the burgers and determine the overall winner.
The takeaway
The Best NY Burger Competition highlights the thriving burger scene in Steuben County, New York, where local restaurants like Butcher's Son, Carey's Brew House, and Maybe Baby Burgers are known for their exceptional burgers made with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The public's vote will play a key role in determining the 2026 champion.
