O'Donold's Irish Pub & Grille owner, Christian Rinehart accepts the 2009 Burger of the Year award. The burgers at the Austintown Pub became our standard for what a great burger should be. They are the first to receive a 4 1/2 star rating.

Finishing second, and breaking into the 4 star category was High Pointe Restaurant & Tavern, in Niles. They serve a great burger, buns are made from scratch, with creative, fresh toppings.

#1. O'Donold's Irish Pub & Grille, Austintown, Oh.

#2. High Pointe Restaurant & Tavern, Niles, Oh.

#3. Pages New Ages Diner, Liberty, Oh.

#4. Buffalo Wild Wings, Niles, Oh.

#5. Amen Corner Sports Grill, Girard, Oh.

#6. Nic's Chuckwagon & Barb-B-Que, Niles, Oh.