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New York Post
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Is this America's best fast food burger? One chain beat out 24 others in a new poll
They made mincemeat out of the competition. In honor of National Hamburger Day on May 28, Yelp has ranked the top 25 fast-food burger chains in the US — with In-N-Out snagging the top spot. They reportedly based this meat-centric Mount Rushmore on Yelp reviews for companies with over 100 branches spanning multiple states, primarily categorized under 'burgers' on the site. 6 Yelp compiled the list in honor of National Burger Day. Mat Hayward – 'From nationwide favorites to iconic staples and emerging brands, the best burger joints are building fan bases by flipping great patties,' they wrote. Without further ado, here are Yelpers' votes for the best burger spots in America. In-N-Out 6 Started in 1948, In-N-Out's offerings have changed little over the years with its Double-Double — a burger with double meat and double cheese — consistently ranking as a fan-favorite. Mustard Assets – In a move that's sure to ignite beef between regional ground meat die-hards, California's In-N-Out was named the best purveyor of beef pucks between two buns. The Golden State burger chain boasts over 119,000 Yelp reviews across more than 400 locations, with most patrons claiming they're generally satisfied. 'We are delighted to learn that In-N-Out was recognized as the top burger chain in the U.S. in Yelp's recent report,' Denny Warnick, chief operating officer, told Fox News Digital. Started in 1948, In-N-Out's offerings have changed little over the years with its Double-Double — a burger with double meat and double cheese — consistently ranking as a fan-favorite. However, the chain recently removed artificial coloring from their Strawberry Shakes and Signature Pink Lemonade in response to the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) plan to phase out synthetic dyes by 2026. Despite gradually moving eastward, the beloved burger depot has yet to open a location in New York. However, Spencer Farrar, 55, a California transplant living in New York, misses his home chain so much that he smuggles dozens of them into Gotham each time he flies back from the Golden State. Habit Burger & Grill 6 A cheeseburger, french fries and beverage at The Habit Burger Grill in San Rafael, California. Getty Images Clocking in second on the pantheon of beloved beef patty hawkers was Habit Burger & Grill, another California company with locations on both the East and West Coasts. This habit-forming chain's signature is the Charburger with caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and mayo on a toasted bun. They also offer a Santa Barbara Char on sourdough with avocado, and the Teriyaki Char with Cheese – a chargrilled patty slathered in teriyaki sauce and topped with a grilled pineapple — and unique sides like tempura green beans. Shake Shack 6 A cheeseburger from Shake Shack. theartofpics – This Danny Meyer passion project has come a long way from its humble origins as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park. Based on Yelp Reviews, Shake Shack is the number-one burger chain in the Northeast while its original New York location boasts more than 5,800 reviews. Their highlights include the ShackBurger with an Angus beef patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and secret 'Shack Sauce' on a soft potato bun, but it also includes vegetarian options like the Shroom Burger and Veggie Shack. Last week, Shake Shack announced they were adding fried pickles to their menu — the first-ever side that isn't crinkle-cut fries — to rabid fanfare from customers. Culver's 6 A burger and fries at Culver's. James – With over 26 locations across, Culver's is one of the Midwest's preeminent burger mongers. According to Yelp, the Wisconsin-based brand has 'built a reputation for warm hospitality and comfort food done right.' They offer such standouts as the ButterBurger — which derives its name from the lightly buttered, toasted bun — as well as its acclaimed frozen custard. Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks 6 Islands Fine Burgers in Long Beach, California. dbvirago – Big Kahuna Burger might be relegated to 'Pulp Fiction,' but Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks might be the next best thing, at least according to Yelp. Despite being only located in Arizona and California, this brand massages tropical beef hankerings with Hawaiian-inflected noshes like the Maui, which includes guacamole and Swiss cheese, and the Hawaiian, which comes with teriyaki sauce and fresh grilled pineapple. Here are America's top 25 burger chains, according to Yelp: In-N-Out Habit Burger & Grill Shake Shack Culver's Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers Five Guys Burgers & Fries Wayback Burgers MOOYAH Red Robin Jack in the Box Cook Out BurgerFi Whataburger Walhburgers Smashburger Mcdonald's Sonic Drive-in Burger King White Castle Fatburger Wendy's Carl's Jr. Checker's/Rally's Steak 'n Shake
Fox News
3 days ago
- Business
- Fox News
In-N-Out crowned America's favorite burger chain in new Yelp rankings
America loves burgers. In honor of National Burger Day, Yelp compiled a list of the top 25 burger chains in the United States. The methodology is based on Yelp reviews for brands with over 100 locations that operate in multiple states and are primarily categorized under "burgers" on Yelp. Read on for the best burger joints in America, based on Yelp reviews. The beloved California-based fast-food burger chain has more than 120,000 Yelp reviews, with most customers noting they're generally satisfied. The menu has remained mostly consistent through the years. It features In-N-Out's signature Double-Double – a burger with double meat and double cheese. "We are delighted to learn that In-N-Out was recognized as the top burger chain in the U.S. in Yelp's recent report," Denny Warnick, chief operating officer, told Fox News Digital. "It's especially meaningful to hear this special recognition as the feedback comes directly from our customers," he also said. "Their continued support and trust have made us the company we are today, and for that, we're deeply grateful." Situated mainly along the West Coast, In-N-Out has been gradually moving eastward. It's in Texas and will open a new Tennessee location in 2026. Habit Burger & Grill is another California-based establishment known for its chargrilled burgers. The signature Charburger is layered with caramelized onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayonnaise on a toasted bun. With the chain's locations split between the western and eastern U.S., Habit customers can enjoy favorites like the Santa Barbara Char – served on sourdough with avocado. They can also enjoy the Teriyaki Char with Cheese – a chargrilled patty covered in teriyaki sauce with a grilled pineapple on top. What started out as a hot dog cart in New York City has become a fast-casual burger chain with locations throughout the U.S. Shake Shack offers a range of burgers, from the ShackBurger to the SmokeShack. It also has vegetarian options, like the Veggie Shack and 'Shroom Burger. Shake Shack is the No. 1 burger joint in the Northeast, based on Yelp reviews. Culver's is a Midwest favorite now available in 26 states. The first location opened in Sauk City, Wisconsin, in 1984; the chain now has 1,000 restaurants nationwide, primarily in the Midwest. Culver's is known for its variety of ButterBurgers, which get their name from the lightly buttered, toasted bun that sandwiches the fresh beef patty. It is Yelp's top burger brand in the Midwest. Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks can only be found in Arizona and California, but the tropical-themed burgers resonate with enough Americans to crack the top 10 of the Yelp list. Among the creative burger names on the menu are the Big Wave, the Longboarder, the Maui and the Hawaiian. Fan favorites are the Maui, which includes guacamole and Swiss cheese, and the Hawaiian, which comes with teriyaki sauce and fresh grilled pineapple. Founded in Wichita, Kansas, in 2002, Freddy's stands out for its steakburgers. Steakburgers rule the menu, among them the BBQ Brisket and Prime Rib offerings. Each patty is thinly pressed to create the crispy edges and finished with Freddy's custom steakburger and fry seasoning, according to its website. Freddy's has grown to over 500 locations in 36 states. Five Guys opened its first location in Arlington, Virginia, in 1986. After opening four more restaurants in the Washington, D.C., area, the family-owned business eventually franchised in Virginia and Maryland before opening franchises throughout the country starting in 2003. The open kitchen allows customers to watch their burgers being made. Don't forget the free bag of peanuts while you wait. There are no fancy names for the burgers, but Yelp customers have high praise when it comes to the flavor. Wayback Burgers was founded in Delaware in 1991 as Jake's Hamburgers. It eventually became Jake's Wayback Burgers and then, simply, Wayback Burgers. In addition to signature burgers like the Classic and Bourbon Bacon, Wayback Burgers also offers customers the choice to craft their own single or double-patty burgers. Wayback Burgers has a presence in 35 states, plus Washington, D.C. Founded in Texas in 2007, Mooyah is home to the Lifestyle Burger. Introduced in 2019, the Lifestyle Burger caters to various dietary needs and preferences, including Paleo, Keto, low-calorie, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Everything at Mooyah is customizable, allowing customers the opportunity to build their own burger with various proteins, buns, cheese options and a wide selection of toppings and sauces, according to Mooyah's website. Red Robin offers an array of gourmet-style burgers. Among the most popular are the Royal Red Robin, served with a sunny-side-up egg on top of the patty, and the Whiskey River BBQ, with crispy onion straws and Red Robin's special barbecue sauce. Founded in Seattle, Red Robin opened its first franchise location in 1979 and is now in 39 states. Below is the rest of the list (ranked 11-25): 11. Jack in the Box 12. Cook Out 13. BurgerFi 14. Whataburger 15. Wahlburgers 16. Smashburger 17. McDonald's 18. Sonic 19. Burger King 20. White Castle 21. Fatburger 22. Wendy's 23. Carl's Jr. 24. Checkers/Rally's 25. Steak 'n Shake
Los Angeles Times
28-03-2025
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
In-N-Out ends secret menu price hack — we have the proof
A secret strategy to pay much less for an In-N-Out burger is no more. The ordering hack, used by some customers to pay just a fraction of the price for one of the popular restaurant chain's secret burgers, has been deleted after corporate officers appear to have caught on to the sneaky work around. A popular burger known as the 'Flying Dutchman' consists of two beef patties and two slices of cheese, with no bun. Yet you won't find it on the burger chain's menu because it is one of In-N-Out's secret menu items. In California restaurants, the burger sells for $5.50, which is a few cents less than the popular 'Double-Double.' Some customers, however, would simply order two patties and two slices of cheese, giving them a nearly half-off discount on what is essentially a 'Flying Dutchman' without ordering it by name. According to a memo posted on Reddit earlier this week, it appears In-N-Out caught on to the hack, and has moved to change the prices on individual patties and cheese slices in response. SFGate first reported on the memo. 'The new price of a meat and cheese patty will be aligned with Flying Dutchman pricing — a meat and cheese patty will be half the price of a Flying Dutchman,' according to the March 20 memo from In-N-Out's Chief Operating Officer Denny Warnick. That essentially means that ordering two patties and two slices of cheese — the equivalent of a 'Flying Dutchman'— will be charged at the price of a 'Flying Dutchman.' The price of adding a single patty or cheese slice to a typical burger, however, will not change. In-N-Out did not confirm the veracity of the memo, and did not immediately respond to a request to comment from the Los Angeles Times. Instead, the Times confirmed the price change at an In-N-Out in Glendale, where two beef patties and two slices of cheese ran for $5.50 — the cost of a 'Flying Dutchman.' Adding a patty and slice of cheese to another burger, however, ran cheaper, adding a total of $1.85 to the price. In the unconfirmed memo, Warnick notes that the new price changes could confuse and upset some customers. 'Please be sensitive to any disappointment on behalf of our Customers,' the memo reads. 'They are our Number One, and this change may take them by surprise.'
