8 Food Challenges to Conquer in the Alamo City

By Erin De Leon on Tue, Jun 21, 2016 at 1:55 pm

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Huge portions are a staple of the best of Southern living. But do you ever look at your 1/2-pound burger in disappointment, longing for, say, five more? For the bravest — and hungriest — souls in town, here are a couple of places where a big appetite could finally meet its match.

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Chunky’s Burgers & More

4602 Callaghan Road, (210) 433-9960

For the fan of the spiciest fare, the Four Horsemen Challenge at Chunky’s Burgers is the place to go. Dubbed the “Hottest Burger on the Planet” by Travel Channel’s Man V. Food, the burger features fresh jalapeño and Serrano peppers, habanero sauce and the infamous Ghost Pepper. Anyone can try the challenge, as long as they are 18 or have a parent or guardian sign a waiver. Polish it off in 25 minutes to claim bragging rights and a place in the Wall of Fame are in your supremely spicy future.