Burger Monger will open a new location in South Pasadena on May 4th | Tom Reid

Burger Monger is expanding in Tampa Bay, with a new location set to open in South Pasadena.

The local burger chain will take over the former Kelly’s Roast Beef space at 1530 Pasadena Avenue South, which closed in January after about two and a half years in business.

The 3,890-square-foot burger joint is scheduled to open Monday, May 4th.

Burger Monger is known for its one-third-pound patties made from a proprietary blend of ground chuck and sirloin, often using Akaushi beef, known for its rich marbling.

Customers can build their own burgers or choose from a lineup of house favorites.

Popular options include the Steakhouse Monger, topped with a pepper-crusted patty, bacon, grilled mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, Dijon mustard, and a battered onion ring, and the Peppered Pig, stacked with two patties, provolone cheese, bacon, grilled ham, onions, jalapeños, lettuce, and peppercorn ranch.

Build-your-own burgers come with dozens of add-ons, ranging from fried eggs, avocado, mac and cheese, and grilled pineapple to more traditional toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

The Steakhouse Monger features a pepper-crusted patty topped with lettuce, tomato, bacon, grilled mushrooms, a house-battered onion ring, and Dijon mustard | Burger Monger

Beyond beef burgers, the menu also features turkey burgers, chicken and fish sandwiches, hot dogs, Philly cheesesteaks, patty melts, chicken wings, and salads.

Vegetarian options include black bean and Impossible burgers, which can be topped with vegan cheese.

Owner Jake Hickton opened the first Burger Monger in Tampa in 2010 and has since expanded across the region.

In 2018, the company remodeled its restaurants and expanded the menu to include fried chicken, additional milkshake flavors, and more chef-driven burger options.

This will be Burger Monger’s fourth location, joining its existing restaurants in Wesley Chapel, Safety Harbor, and St. Pete.

In 2024, the St. Pete location at 1325 4th Street North added a full liquor bar, multiple TVs, and arcade games.