There are 19 locations throughout PA, NJ, & DE to serve you burgers FIVE GUYS style and adorning the bright red and white walls of these establishments are numerous, unanimous reviews applauding the food, service, and decor. So what can we possibly add to the din of approval? Hamburgers seem to be one of those meals that is prompted by a craving. Someone says "You know...I am dying for a hamburger...a really good one...it's been so long." And everyone has a different style of burger that is conjured by that craving. At Five Guys, the creativity is entirely up to you. You choose the size and then choose from any combination of 15 things to add to the burger. I chose a "little" cheeseburger with fried onions, ketchup, lettuce, and tomato and then regretted not adding fried mushrooms and bacon as my companion did on hers. Why not? The toppings are "free" with the price of the burger. Mine was only $3.99. If you are really hungry get the regular burger which is actually a double. SO...there is fun to be had in getting creative with your toppings. The kids love being burger designers too. Where there is no control is in the cooking of the burger which is always well done. And to their credit the meat (fresh and never frozen) is seasoned, formed, and cooked so that this is not really a problem - though honestly when I visualize my dream burger it is medium rare. So, is it the "Best Burger" around? In this regard I would say no. Is it a really good burger that you and your family will love? Yes. Absolutely. The fries are fresh cut and cooked - also excellent. The Cajun style fries are like being lost in an addictive world of potatoes, peanut oil, and spicy seasoning. But alas the peanuts...therein lies the only problem at FIVE GUYS. If you have a nut allergy stay away. The fun of shelling endless supplies of peanuts really poses a risk. It seems strange to us that a restaurant would make a choice that excludes so many potential customers...is there nothing else fun to munch on while waiting for one of those very polite five guys (yes - we counted five) to get your burger ready to the beat of loud classic rock? We give the Five Guys,
We love 5 Guys Burgers and Fries up here in the Hudson Valley. It's an inexpensive, fun way to get a great burger, awesome fries and have some fun. You're right about the peanut thing. Texas Road House also does the endless peanuts as appetizer; maybe 5 Guys found Texas Road House's success with them appealing. Who knows? But yeah, Five Guys rocks.
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