Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls USA, announces 2017 'World Burger Tour' lineup

Hard Rock's "World Burger Tour" is back, and ready to take guests on an international adventure - no passport necessary!

"World Burger Tour," a limited-time offering of Hard Rock Local Legendary Burgers, inspired by the taste and flavors from cafe locations around the world, hit tables at select participating Hard Rock Cafe locations around the world this week and continue through June 25.

Hometown Heroes

This year, more than 160 local burgers were evaluated by Hard Rock's culinary team with crowd favorites added to the 2017 "World Burger Tour" lineup. Throughout May and June, Hard Rock Cafe menus* will feature the following "World Burger Tour" offerings:

•Tennessee BBQ Burger (Tennessee) - like a good country ballad, this Certified Angus Beef burger brings happy tears with barbecue dry rubbed premium beef topped with pickle slices, Memphis slaw, pulled pork, pig sauce, crispy onions and cheddar.

•Tango Salsa Burger (Buenos Aires, Argentina) - shake it up with Andouille sausage, Certified Angus Beef, salsa criolla, garlic aioli, Monterey jack cheese, fresh arugula and a fried egg to top off the burger.

•Olé Burger (Barcelona, Spain) - a fury of red peppered Romesco sauce, roasted vegetables, with goat cheese crumbles and arugula, dancing on a Certified Angus Beef and between a toasted bun.

"Hard Rock's 'World Burger Tour' continues to feed our guests' desire for adventure, so this year we've revamped the menu to highlight unique and authentic ingredients from around the world," said Darryl Mickler, senior director of research and development for Hard Rock International. "Guests can experience global flavors without leaving their hometown - from bold South Korea kimchi to sweet Colombia plantains, there's something legendary for every palate."

Local Legendary Burgers are served with lettuce, tomato and paired with the ultimate sidekick: Hard Rock's savory artisan french fries. Throughout "World Burger Tour," each french fry selection is paired with a complementary signature dipping sauce. Guests in select markets can choose from Hard Rock's classic seasoned french fries or additional new offerings, including garlic fries with garlic aioli and spiced curry fries with tandoori mayonnaise**.

Just like the artists whose memorabilia lines the walls at Hard Rock locations worldwide, the burgers served at Hard Rock Cafe are nothing short of "legendary."

The restaurant states all Legendary Burgers feature the highest quality meats, fresh ingredients, savory sauces and rich, melted cheeses.

The Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls USA's Cara Turner (Banh Mi Burger), left, and Jackie Gatto (English Breakfast Burger) stand outside the Prospect Street restaurant with two of the "World Burger Tour" offerings. (Photos by Joshua Maloni)

As part of the "World Burger Tour" menu, Hard Rock Cafes will also showcase the brand's world-famous cocktails, including:

•Southern Rock - Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, Southern Comfort, Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur and SMIRNOFF Vodka, mixed with sweet & sour topped with Sierra Mist.

•Hurricane - Orange, mango and pineapple juice, infused with BACARDI Superior Rum, BACARDI Select Rum, Amaretto and Finest Call Grenadine.

•Electric Blues - SMIRNOFF Vodka, BACARDI Superior Rum, Beefeater Gin, DeKuyper Blue Curacao and sweet & sour topped with Sierra Mist.

•Mojito - BACARDI Superior Rum muddled with fresh mint and lime topped with club soda.

•Lovely Rita - Sauza Gold Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur and Hard Rock's authentic Margarita Mix.

The Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls USA, is located at 333 Prospect St., Niagara Falls.

For more information on "World Burger Tour," or to contact your local cafe for menu details, visit www.HardRock.com or click HERE.

*"World Burger Tour" menus may vary by location; guests should consult their local cafe for a full list of featured burgers.

**Additional charge for savory artisan french fry pairings may apply.