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Five Guys thread, a 130+ page swordfight. (2 Viewers)

Evilgrin 72 said:
I found them to be of similar quality/taste.  Wouldn't turn my nose up at nor go out of my way for either.  However, I will say, I got fried cheese curds instead of fries at Culver's, just because I'd heard they were great - while tasty, I feel like I ate a brick.  There were a lot of those little suckers in whatever size they gave me with the combo meal.  I don't think I'll eat again until tomorrow.
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That ain't the only thing you won't be doing for a while (unless the grease provides some balance). 

 
Swing 51 said:
This any good? didn't realize a few locations are near me.
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Burger 21 has really good burgers.  Of course, you pay for quality, so if you're one of the "I had to take out a second mortgage to afford that $15 meal" crowd, best to stick to the value menu at Mickey D's.  Also, they're 1/3 pound burgers, so if you're a big eater or expect a 1/2 pound burger for your $8 (give or take), you may be disappointed.  Burgers are really solid, they use only Angus beef and make all burgers fresh daily.  They have some interesting pre-fab combinations of toppings you don't find elsewhere too (i.e. the Loaded Spud - chopped applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, scallion cream, potato crisp, Certified Angus Beef® burger, brioche bun, Cheese & Ale Sauce or the Gruyere - asparagus, applewood smoked bacon, Gruyère cheese, honey Dijon sauce, over- easy egg, Certified Angus Beef® burger, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun.)

 
We have an in-n-out and 5 guys equidistant from us. 

burger vs burger= prefer in-n-out

fries= do not love 5 guys.too large cut and over-seasoned.   for in-n-out: they are fine when i dine in. if i get them to go, need to order them extra crispy (or well done)

the rest:

carls jr

jack in the box

bk

wendy's

mcdowell's

 
Evilgrin 72 said:
I found them to be of similar quality/taste.  Wouldn't turn my nose up at nor go out of my way for either.  However, I will say, I got fried cheese curds instead of fries at Culver's, just because I'd heard they were great - while tasty, I feel like I ate a brick.  There were a lot of those little suckers in whatever size they gave me with the combo meal.  I don't think I'll eat again until tomorrow.
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You chose well - Culver's fries suck.  They're like elementary school cafeteria fries.

 
Freaky Styley said:
Tried 5 Guys for the first time last week.  I've seen them around in my travels, but eating fast food on business trips with clients and/or on the company dime is generally frowned upon, so I've never been.  They recently added a location in the local mall and took the kids after a movie 'cause they raved about it and wanted to go.

It was probably the best fast food experience I've had.  I enjoyed the free peanuts and an iced tea while waiting for my order.  I ordered a double cheeseburger w/out the bun in bowl and it was delicious.  I tried a couple of fries and they were excellent; made from fresh potatoes, just like I make at home.

Here's my fast food burger ranking:

1)  5 Guys Burgers & Fries
2)  In n' Out
3)  Wendy's
4)  Jack-In-The-Box
5) McDonald's/Burger King/Everybody else
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Summary: Ate a patty and 2 fries, formed strong opinion!

 
Dan Lambskin said:
5 guys >>>>>>>> In and Out.  Not even in the same conversation IMO
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Yep - I know it's been said but the only thing is 5 guys doesn't have going for it is the price - it now costs as much as burgers at most sit down places.

to clarify - the burger and fries combines are as much

 
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comfortably numb said:
They opened one up a few miles by me.  Been there a hand full of times.  Great burger.  Priceiest of all the ones mentioned but a very good burger
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Zin Ive been to was an awesome burger, better than any fast food type, but it was more of a full sit down restaurant with decent enough bar, at that.

 
Drunken knight said:
We have an in-n-out and 5 guys equidistant from us. 

burger vs burger= prefer in-n-out

fries= do not love 5 guys.too large cut and over-seasoned.   for in-n-out: they are fine when i dine in. if i get them to go, need to order them extra crispy (or well done)

the rest:

carls jr

jack in the box

bk

wendy's

mcdowell's
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Sounds like my location.

I still prefer a Carl's Jr. Famous Star over all of the rest.

 
i'll add that i like the topping options at 5 guys. 

also- has there been a consensus on whether or not 5 guys is in the same category as in-n-out?  seems like it is in between other sit down places (where the burgers are a lot better) and fast food (where i am not sure 5 guys beats other places outright).

 
Freaking hate that I only get In N Out every couple years. Stuck wit 5 Guys that cost twice as much. 

 
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While eating Smashburger today, my wife said, “This is what 5 Guys burgers should be.  They’re just too mushy.”

I guess I agree, thiugh I also like 5G.

 
Tick said:
While eating Smashburger today, my wife said, “This is what 5 Guys burgers should be.  They’re just too mushy.”

I guess I agree, thiugh I also like 5G.
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Smashburger uses small patties, 5Guys uses big patties. I don't understand preferring Smashburger to 5Guys unless you're on a budget.

 
General Malaise said:
Do they scream at you when you walk in the door at Smashburger? 
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I've never been screamed at in any burger joint.  :D

But the local El Pollo Loco hangs a bell over it's door and customers ring that damn thing every 3 minutes, and the staff yells "THANK YOU!" It's annoying as hell and I really feel for the employees.

 
Discovered this gem of a place recently down here is South Florida. It's called Tucker Dukes.

My favorite so far is the Marmaduke . Simply amazing. You need to come very hungry as the burgers are huge.

https://tuckerdukes.com/menus/

 
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EYLive said:
Smashburger uses small patties, 5Guys uses big patties. I don't understand preferring Smashburger to 5Guys unless you're on a budget.
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Smashburger toasts their buns, which helps keep them from absorbing so much grease and turning into a soggy ball of burger goodness.  It's different, and I like it slightly more.

 
Tick said:
Smashburger toasts their buns, which helps keep them from absorbing so much grease and turning into a soggy ball of burger goodness.  It's different, and I like it slightly more.
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Sorry, have both near me and Smashburger isn’t as good, especially their fries. My kids never tell me they want to go there, much rather go to five guys. Not saying it’s bad but Not as good. 

 
stbugs said:
Sorry, have both near me and Smashburger isn’t as good, especially their fries. My kids never tell me they want to go there, much rather go to five guys. Not saying it’s bad but Not as good. 
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Okay, I guess I'm wrong, I must like 5 Guys more.

 
So, Texas options I didn't have back east:

Whataburger - Blah. It's hyped at sorta near In n Out levels here, but just really basic imo.  Whatevs.  Not bad, but what. evs. 

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - The place basically does chicken fingers.  They have some "special sauce" - think Russian (OOOH! fancy!).   Not BBQ.  Not Country Gravy.  Not Buffalo.  

Just this one freakin' weak ### flavored mayo.  

WTF? Is it that hard to order a bunch of BBQs and Buffalos? The strips were tasty enough, but boring as #### without some good dippins.  Won't likely be going there again.

 
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Koya said:
So, Texas options I didn't have back east:

Whataburger - Blah. It's hyped at sorta near In n Out levels here, but just really basic imo.  Whatevs.  Not bad, but what. evs. 

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - The place basically does chicken fingers.  They have some "special sauce" - think Russian (OOOH! fancy!).   Not BBQ.  Not Country Gravy.  Not Buffalo.  

Just this one freakin' weak ### flavored mayo.  

WTF? Is it that hard to order a bunch of BBQs and Buffalos? The strips were tasty enough, but boring as #### without some good dippins.  Won't likely be going there again.
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