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Phoenix is known for its food around the world. In addition, the city features a variety of food challenges at popular restaurants and bars that have gained attention on the Internet. Check out some of the best extreme eating challenges near Phoenix.
Americana Tempe
350 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
Americana Tempe’s “Americanator” Burger Challenge
What’s more “American” than a burger? The Americanator Burger. The goal of this food challenge near Phoenix is to shove this triple-patty monstrosity down your gullet, along with a mountain of fries, in only 25 minutes. If you can manage, you’ll not only get a $25 gift card, but 50% off the meal you devoured and a spot on Americana Tempe’s wall of fame!
The Broken Yolk Cafe
2034 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85204
The Broken Yolk’s IronMan Omelet Challenge
Need a protein-filled breakfast? If you plan to overdo it, there’s an omelet just for you at The Broken Yolk, offering a name-engraved plaque (and a free meal and t-shirt) just to finish the thing. Customers are provided with 12 eggs smothered in chili and other toppings in this eating challenge. In addition, the meal is served with a large portion of friends that need to be finished to win the competition.
Dirtwater Springs Restaurant
586 W Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Dirtwater Springs’ 72oz Gambler’s Choice Steak Challenge
The Gambler’s Choice Steak Challenge is special: it’s a 72-ouncer that costs you over $60 if you lose; if you win, though, it’s free, and you get a t-shirt to boot! Finish this steak within an hour to win, but you have to order it ahead of time — 24 hours or more, to be exact.
Tom’s BBQ
115 E Baseline Rd, Ste #5, Tempe, AZ 85283
Tom’s BBQ “Full House” Sandwich Challenge
The theme here is a “full house” in your hand. Each customer is provided with three “house sandwiches” and a pair of fried sides. Each house sandwich features BBQ meat and many other trappings; If you feel ready, you will be given 32 minutes to finish the sandwiches in this food challenge to win a $50 gift card, a wall of fame (or wall of shame) picture, a free meal, and a t-shirt.
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Chompie’s Deli & Bakery
4550 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Chompie’s Ultimate Jewish Sliders Challenge
This food challenge at Chompie’s Deli in Phoenix features Jewish Sliders: you have to fit a dozen of these Challah rolls filled with juicy brisket and cheese into your stomach (along with some onion rings) in order to claim the win, but when you finish in 30 minutes, you get bragging rights alongside a free meal and free t-shirt!
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