The first round of the 2018 Butcher Block Meat 16 is wrapping up this week with 2 great matches.

ROUND 1, MATCH 7 - The Lake Tavern (Mecca), 2012 Burger of the Year award, several Battle of the Burgers awards, 2017 Tribune Chronicle People’s Choice Best Burger, named by Thrillist.com as one of the top 15 burgers in Ohio and they have more than 20 burgers to choose an entry from on their illustrious menu. Or will they change it up and build a new burger for the battle? This Tuesday (4/24), they'll be facing off against High Pointe Restaurant & Tavern (Niles), known for their awesome burgers. Will High Pointe come up with a recipe to knock out their opponent, or will Lake Tavern ride their accolades on to victory? Winner will face Peter Allen Inn.

ROUND 1, MATCH 8 - Magic Tree Pub & Eatery won the 2016 Meat 16 with a burger deserving the award. After a disappointing early round defeat last year, they come in with revenge and undoubtedly, an amazing, delicious burger for their match on Wednesday (4/25), against MOJO’s Pub & Grill. Mojo's has their work cut out but they're confident with their entry, and anyone who has tried Mojo's burgers understands why. Winner moves on to round 2 where they'll face The Phoenix Fire Grill & Bar.

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