In this article, we are going to look at the 5 best burger chains in the US. If you want to read more about the best burger chains in America and check out our detailed analysis of the burger restaurant market and the fast food industry, you can go to 20 Best Burger Chains in the US.
5. McDonald’s
Number of Mentions: 5
McDonald’s, operated and franchised by McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD), has undoubtedly made a name for itself across the globe by being consistent with their menu and food quality. Over time their menu has incorporated fresher ingredients, such as using unfrozen beef for their Quarter Pounder.
While maintaining popular choices like the Big Mac to the Quarter Pounder with Cheese, McDonald’s is constantly coming up with new flavors for their burgers and chicken. Their secret sauces and fresh toasted buns have never let down in terms of taste and quality. As of 1 August, 2023, McDonald’s has 13,514 locations across the US.
4. Wendy’s
Number of Mentions: 5
Franchised by The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ:WEN), Wendy’s is an American international fast food restaurant chain. The chain has put their competitors to shame by their promised unfrozen beef that produces patties of the highest quality and freshness. Not only are their patties undoubtedly fresh but their unique square shape gives them the illusion of being much larger in size than a regular burger.
By using quality ingredients, Wendy’s has been committed to producing diverse menus with incomparable flavors and sizes. They often mix up their menu based on seasonal flavors, so there’s always something new to try at Wendy’s! As of July 25, 2023, there are 5,996 Wendy’s locations in the US.
3. Whataburger
Number of Mentions: 5
Whataburger has a smaller menu compared to other burger chains, but what they lack in menu size they make up for in the size and taste of their burgers. It was primarily a regional chain in Texas, however, Whataburger has now expanded across 14 states with 946 locations in the US as of July 04, 2023 while still being a family-owned burger chain.
Even with the simple combination of lettuce, mustard, onions, tomatoes and pickles, Whattaburger makes the juiciest, most flavorful hamburgers. Even though their specialty is hamburgers, their menu extends to salads and onion rings with their classic Patty Melt and Chicken Sandwiches as well as a special breakfast menu.
2. In-N-Out Burger
Number of Mentions: 5
The second best burger chain in our list, the In-N-Out Burger chain is known for their speedy service and tasty burgers. It was ranked at the number 2 spot by 4 of the 5 different websites we used to come up with our list. In-N-Out Burger, which is a privately owned burger restaurant chain, offers a variety of burgers that rank among some of the tastiest burgers in the country.
The chain, as part of their business, delivers fresh patties to each of their locations, and these are never frozen. Their juicy patties pair exceptionally well with melty American cheese and fresh ingredients. The In-N-Out Burger chain has 392 locations in the country as of July 18, 2023.
1. Culver’s
Number of Mentions: 5
Culver’s tops our list of the 20 best burger chains in the US. 4 out of the 5 sources we used in order to determine the best burger chains ranked Culver’s as their top most choice. When it comes to customer satisfaction, taste, quality ingredients, and a strong menu, it seems like this family-owned burger chain has got it all.
Culver’s is known for its signature ButterBurger, which uses beef patties that are made fresh on-site everyday. These burgers are not cooked until a customer places an order, and so the food that the customers are getting is as fresh as it can be. As of July 18, 2023, Culver’s had as many as 947 locations in the US.
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