Bareburger Debuts JOYN Foods' 50CUT Blended Burger Across Tri-State

JOYN Foods and Bareburger are launching the new "50CUT Burger," a blended burger made of high-quality beef and a high-fiber Roasted Mushroom Blend, debuting across all Bareburger locations beginning June 15. The rollout makes Bareburger the first U.S. chain to launch a blended burger across all of its New York Tri-State locations, and marks 50CUT's national restaurant debut.

The Powered by 50CUT burger blends premium beef with high-protein roasted mushrooms to create a juicy, savory burger built for health-conscious eaters without compromising flavor. Already approved for use in K-12 school nutrition programs nationwide, 50CUT is now bringing its blended protein approach to the mainstream restaurant market.

The ingredient has already been proven in K-12 schools, sports stadiums, hotels, and corporate dining, with 95% operator retention across more than 100 locations. The launch reflects a growing shift in how consumers think about protein — less about restriction, more about balance.

A "Better Burger," Not a Replacement

"This is not about replacing the burger. It's about making the burger better. Consumers want food that feels more thoughtful and health-aligned, but they still want something delicious and satisfying. Bareburger was the perfect partner because they've always believed burgers can be both indulgent and intentional."

That's according to Shalom Daniel, Founder and CEO of JOYN Foods, the company behind 50CUT. "We're already in over 100 locations, from sports stadiums to campus cafeterias, and we've seen 95% retention, while growing double digit month over month," Daniel added. "That tells you everything: once people try it, they don't go back."

Euripides Pelekanos, CEO and Co-Founder of Bareburger, framed the partnership as an extension of the brand's sourcing philosophy. "At Bareburger, we've always believed better burgers start with better ingredients and smarter sourcing," he said. "Partnering with 50CUT allows us to introduce something innovative and incredibly flavorful that aligns with where food culture is heading."

Chef Misha Levin, who helped develop the burger, pointed to its taste and texture. "The burger is incredibly juicy, rich, and satisfying, exactly what you want from a great burger," Levin said. "The roasted mushroom blend adds amazing umami and texture, and I love how this blended burger brings sustainability to something people already crave."

Building on a Sustainability Mission

New York-founded Bareburger has built a loyal following around responsibly sourced ingredients, chef-driven menu innovation, and a mission centered on sustainability and transparency. The partnership with 50CUT builds on that commitment while introducing guests to a new category of blended protein burgers designed for mainstream appeal.

JOYN Foods is a food innovation company focused on creating more balanced, flavorful, and sustainable protein solutions through its flagship ingredient, 50CUT. The 50CUT ingredient is designed to be a nutrient-dense roasted mushroom blend that seamlessly blends with ground meat to improve nutrition, enhance flavor, lower costs, and reduce environmental impact by up to 50%. JOYN Foods serves major food companies and foodservice operators across multiple channels, including schools, universities, hospitality groups, hotels, corporate dining, and CPG brands.

Founded in Queens, New York, Bareburger is a mission-driven restaurant brand known for its commitment to quality ingredients, sustainability, and creative burger innovation. Since opening its first location in 2009, Bareburger has focused on responsibly sourced proteins, organic ingredients, and delivering a burger experience rooted in flavor, transparency, and community.

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