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Fox News
17 hours 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
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Polynesian Cultural Center to host free show in Lahaina
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Polynesian Cultural Center will be hosting a free community show in Lahaina on June 4 at the Lahaina Civic Center. The performance starts at 7 p.m. and is intended to celebrate the Maui community and the arrival of traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe Iosepa, which was built by Brigham Young University. Kīlauea's eruptions uncover secrets of volcanic activity The public event will last for an hour and will feature music and dances from Hawaiʻi, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga and Aotearoa. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Washington Post
a day ago
- Business
- Washington Post
Hawaii's governor signs new hotel tax legislation to help cope with climate change
HONOLULU — Hawaii's governor signed legislation Tuesday that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address eroding shorelines, wildfires and other consequences of climate change . The signing, which comes nearly two years after a Maui wildfire killed 102 people and wiped out almost all of Lahaina town, marks the nation's first such levy to help cope with a warming planet.
The Independent
a day ago
- Business
- The Independent
Hawaii's governor signs new hotel tax legislation to help cope with climate change
Hawaii 's governor signed legislation Tuesday that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address eroding shorelines, wildfires and other consequences of climate change. The signing, which comes nearly two years after a Maui wildfire killed 102 people and wiped out almost all of Lahaina town, marks the nation's first such levy to help cope with a warming planet. Officials estimate the tax will generate nearly $100 million annually. The money will be used for projects like replenishing sand on eroding Waikiki beaches, promoting the use of hurricane clips to secure roofs during powerful storms and clearing flammable invasive grasses like those that fueled Lahaina's wildfire. Gov. Josh Green, speaking at a bill signing ceremony, said Hawaii needs to build more firebreaks and pay a fire marshal, a new position created after Lahaina that Green expects to be staffed within the next two months. Green said other states and nations will need to act similarly to address climate disasters roiling the planet. 'There will be no way to deal with these crises without some forward-thinking mechanism,' Green said. The measure adds an additional 0.75% to the daily room rate tax starting Jan. 1. Green said this amounts to an extra $3 tax on a $400 hotel room rate. It also levies a new 11% tax on cruise ship bills starting July 2026, prorated for the number of days the vessels are in Hawaii ports, to bring cruise ship taxes in line with room taxes on land. Travelers to Hawaii already pay a significant room tax. With the new law, the state's existing 10.25% tax on short-term accommodations will climb to 11%. Together with other state and county taxes, visitors will pay a nearly 19% levy on their accommodations — one of the highest rates in the country. Hawaii's hotels ultimately supported the bill, saying it would help improve the visitor experience. Green said the industry looked at 'the greater good' for tourism, Hawaii and the planet. Green initially proposed a bill that would put revenue from the tax increase into a dedicated fund, but lawmakers instead put the money into the state's general fund. Their compromise measure calls on the governor to request funds from the Legislature for projects in the following areas: protecting native forests, plants and animals; enhancing climate resilience; and mitigating the effects of tourism on the environment. Green said they will collaborate to implement the law. State Rep. Adrian Tam, the chairperson of the House tourism committee, said the state must earn the public's trust that it will spend the money transparently and in the best way possible. He noted Hawaii's tourism economy relies on a brand that's in part dependent on a pristine natural environment. 'The visitor industry will struggle if we do not take action now," said Tam, a Democrat representing Waikiki. "There will be nothing left for them to showcase to the rest of the world if our beaches are decimated, wildfires have taken over our towns and hikes left unmanaged.'
Associated Press
a day ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Hawaii's governor signs new hotel tax legislation to help cope with climate change
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii's governor signed legislation Tuesday that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address eroding shorelines, wildfires and other consequences of climate change. The signing, which comes nearly two years after a Maui wildfire killed 102 people and wiped out almost all of Lahaina town, marks the nation's first such levy to help cope with a warming planet. Officials estimate the tax will generate nearly $100 million annually. The money will be used for projects like replenishing sand on eroding Waikiki beaches, promoting the use of hurricane clips to secure roofs during powerful storms and clearing flammable invasive grasses like those that fueled Lahaina's wildfire. Gov. Josh Green, speaking at a bill signing ceremony, said Hawaii needs to build more firebreaks and pay a fire marshal, a new position created after Lahaina that Green expects to be staffed within the next two months. Green said other states and nations will need to act similarly to address climate disasters roiling the planet. 'There will be no way to deal with these crises without some forward-thinking mechanism,' Green said. The measure adds an additional 0.75% to the daily room rate tax starting Jan. 1. Green said this amounts to an extra $3 tax on a $400 hotel room rate. It also levies a new 11% tax on cruise ship bills starting July 2026, prorated for the number of days the vessels are in Hawaii ports, to bring cruise ship taxes in line with room taxes on land. Travelers to Hawaii already pay a significant room tax. With the new law, the state's existing 10.25% tax on short-term accommodations will climb to 11%. Together with other state and county taxes, visitors will pay a nearly 19% levy on their accommodations — one of the highest rates in the country. Hawaii's hotels ultimately supported the bill, saying it would help improve the visitor experience. Green said the industry looked at 'the greater good' for tourism, Hawaii and the planet. Green initially proposed a bill that would put revenue from the tax increase into a dedicated fund, but lawmakers instead put the money into the state's general fund. Their compromise measure calls on the governor to request funds from the Legislature for projects in the following areas: protecting native forests, plants and animals; enhancing climate resilience; and mitigating the effects of tourism on the environment. Green said they will collaborate to implement the law. State Rep. Adrian Tam, the chairperson of the House tourism committee, said the state must earn the public's trust that it will spend the money transparently and in the best way possible. He noted Hawaii's tourism economy relies on a brand that's in part dependent on a pristine natural environment. 'The visitor industry will struggle if we do not take action now,' said Tam, a Democrat representing Waikiki. 'There will be nothing left for them to showcase to the rest of the world if our beaches are decimated, wildfires have taken over our towns and hikes left unmanaged.'
