There are a vast array of multi-million dollar fast food chains competing and trying to outdo
each other. The competitive ecosystem has its cogs churning, finding the ways and means
to stay on top of the ‘food’ chain (pun intended). Straying away from renowned chains
like McDonalds or KFC, this list will delve into two regional family owned chains, In-N-Out
and Whataburger. Both have roots in California and Texas respectively. Both restaurants have
their fair share of menu items and an individual style that works for them. It’s time to
to put on the boxing gloves and look at 10 ways In-N-Out is better than Whataburger.
Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication
We all want to walk in to a restaurant and not get overwhelmed by an overly complicated
menu, especially in a fast food restaurant. That’s what In-N-Out has in mind and is
aiming for. Unlike the complicated menu at Whataburger, In-N-Out keeps it simple. You
want burgers, fries, and a drink to go on top of it? The restaurant has you covered
on that front. Whataburger on the other hand seems bloated with items and sometimes it’s
difficult to get exactly what you want. So you want an extra patty in your burger? And
cheese added to it as well? Then In-N-Out is the way to go. Within no time you’ll
be walking out of the restaurant with exactly what you want. Moreover, In-N-Out does not
intend to franchise its operations as rapid growth would compromise their ideology and
goal for quality control and customer stability. Looks like their menu is part of their “being
consistent” philosophy, and we are not complaining at all. Sometimes keeping things simple makes
the presentation more elegant and we think In-N-Out knows that, which is why it’s better
than Whataburger in that context.
The Animal Style is sloppy, but we still love it
In-N-Out has a secret menu up their sleeve and part of that menu is the Animal Style
Burger. The exploits of the item have even reached the most outer parts of the internet
with comments and stories all over social media platforms. The Animal Style order is
not just a source to satisfy your cravings, it is an experience. It’s the most well
known secret for obvious reasons. Between your single, double or quadruple burger patties,
mustard, onions and cheese compliment the item and are balanced and fried on each patty.
The combination sure is a sloppy mess to eat, but the sumptuous delight is hard not to notice
on the not-so-secret secret menu. You will be fighting to not embarrass yourself and
keep things tidy, but it’s all well worth it as it is delicious in all the good ways.
Sure they could come up with a better name but its not that big of an issue once you
start demolishing it like there’s no tomorrow.
War of the burger
When it comes to all things burgers, the execution of In-N-Out speaks quality. Crisp patties,
toppings of your choosing and sauce to top it all, everything is placed within the buns
to please your taste buds. Seems like they take their motto seriously, “quality you
can taste.” The ground beef tastes fresh and the patties have a homemade texture to
it. Unlike the burgers available at Whataburger, it doesn’t have a manufactured feel to it.
Without overpowering the burger, like some restaurants usually do, the lettuce adds further
to the crispiness of the In-N-Out burgers. Yes they might have combinations of sauce
that are hard to resist, but having the right amount of ingredients in an In-N-Out burger
wins this round. Furthermore the fresh burgers and a secret menu are incentive enough to
give the restaurant a vote of preference. Keep them coming as we munch away and indulge
our taste buds.
It’s all about the ambiance
Fast food chains are not just places you go to satisfy your hunger. Besides the food,
it’s important for a restaurant to create the ambiance that best suits its personality.
The color schemes and the interior design have a symbolic meaning in context to the
ideologies of any given restaurant. The staff and their uniforms also compliment the place,
depending upon the style they’re going for, and In-N-Out follows these traits to serve
their interests. As you walk into one of their restaurants, you are treated to an old school
type of menu and the employees uniforms might remind you of rolling skating servers back
in the day. Yes, the uniform is white and if there is an accidental spill, the staff
is expected to change, but the attire just adds to the charm. Whataburger on the other
hand has the usual standard uniforms which one can expect to see at any fast food chain.
The nostalgia and the style of In-N-Out works in its favor so Whataburger doesn’t beat
them in that department. To top it all off, the pricing at In-N-Out is more economical
compared to Whataburger and the staff are happy to serve you efficiently and with a
smile. Especially since full and part time workers at In-N-Out receive insurance coverage
and good compensation. All in all, the chain has a homey feel and you can even get your
very own paper hat during your visit, all you have to do is ask.
More and more beef at In-N-Out
Need an extra dose of protein after spending all those hours at the gym? Worry not as In-N-Out
has got you covered. Part of their menu includes the protein style burger. There are many different
combinations of the protein burger and the best part is they can be modified to your
liking. For instance the 4 by 4 can be ordered without the bun, has tomatoes and four small
beef patties with some lettuce thrown in the mix. It’s also called the Quad Quad Protein
Style burger. The triple triple or the 3 by 3 comes with three beef patties and the same
toppings found in the 4 by 4. The only difference is that it comes with three patties instead
of four and you can get it without the bun as well. The double double can be acquired
within a lettuce wrap and has two patties with the rest being the same. If you want
to go low on carbs, you just have to avoid the buns and get lettuce to replace them.
Sure there is some dressing you want to watch out for and go easy on that ketchup. If you
want a cheeseburger then that is also available. It has a small beef patty, American cheese
slice, tomatoes and the staple In-N-Out spread. If you want to get a bit adventurous or are
avoiding carbs, this burger also comes wrapped in lettuce if ordered that way. You can have
your very own low carb cheeseburger with a twist. Sure Whataburger came up with a new
menu design a few years ago and boasts under 550 calorie offerings. The Whataburger Jr.,
Cinnamon Rolls and Egg Sandwiches are some items to name a few, which do not cross the
550 mark depending on how you order them. Still at the moment, it's not the same as
In-N-Out and the flexibility in terms of modification helps the chain earn another bonus point.
Locker room talk
For the sake of this list we are giving reasons why In-N-Out is better than Whataburger. But
who would have thought that it was part of a serious debate as to which would outrun
the other. The conversation was part of a debate in the Golden State Warriors’ locker
room. Players like Jordan Bell, DeMarcus Cousins, Alfonzo McKinnie and Steph Curry carried
the torch of this ongoing debate and gave their own opinions as to which chain was the
best. Bell asked his teammates who won this debate in this fast food battle round and
most of them preferred Whataburger. Later on, he posted a video on Instagram and backed
up by Cousins, they disclosed their liking of In-N-Out. To get a broader perspective
on this topic, Bell put up a poll on his Instagram story asking his fans, what they had to say
about this. The results came in with In-N-Out dethroning Whataburger, 77 percent to 23 percent.
Now we’re going to let the stats speak for themselves and to make this argument even
stronger, we could ask Beyonce for her vote and she would surely give it to In-N-Out as
one of her social media pics showed her enjoying champagne, burger and fries at one of the
restaurants.
The Flying Dutchman
Okay so let's not confuse this with Davy Jones’s Flying Dutchman which pops out of the water
with its sinister crew of hammerhead shark people. It is in fact another secret menu
item worth mentioning on this list. It is indeed an interesting item on the menu and
for good reason. Two beef patties sandwiched between two slices of cheese. Yes that’s
it. No lettuce, no buns to cover it up and no wrapper. The name might make someone think
that this is some complex food item requiring a team of cooks running around the In-N-Out
kitchen, but its not. Its simplicity makes it special. To further add more flavor to
the Dutchman, you can get it Animal Style or put in a grilled onion while you are at
it. It’s also possible to make a giant 100 by 100 burger out of it, in case you have
a massive appetite or you just got rescued from a deserted island and have been eating
nothing but coconuts. The combination of burgers that can go with it and the name alone makes
it better than hanging out at Whataburger. Also this would be something even Jack Sparrow
would like, because unlike the heart of Davy Jones, this would surely be tasty.
For the love of fries
French fries are a common item whenever you go to a fast food chain. But what makes the
In-N-Out version so much better is that they are fresh to the core. This too should not
come as a surprise as the restaurant likes all things fresh on the plate. With an open
kitchen, the guests can walk by and see how the fries are made. To make it more unique,
you can even have your fries Animal Style. In doing so, you have automatically accessed
part of the secret menu. Bathed in cheese, grilled onions and the famous spread, this
is something truly worth checking out. It would be a crime not to do so. As stated before,
Animal Style can be a messy affair and it would be advised to maybe grab a few extra
napkins. The fries at Whataburger do not seem to compare with the ones at In-N-Out. The
heavenly delight of those In-N-Out fries leaves an exquisite taste in your mouth with every
bite and that is an experience in itself. According to an employee Animal Style fries
are considered a favorite secret menu item. This is reason enough for In-N-Out to take
the prize over Whataburger.
Bible verses at In-N-Out
Now how does a Bible verse relate to a fast food chain? It doesn’t when it comes to
Whataburger or any other fast food restaurant really. But it does when it comes to In-N-Out.
This restaurant franchise is known for doing their own thing and this particular practice
sets them apart from the rest of the competition. Very discreetly, the restaurant adds Bible
verses at the bottom of their cups and their wrappers. The company has never come out publicly
to give a reason as to why they do this. Rich, the son of Harry and Esther Snyder, the founders,
once said in a radio ad, “ask Jesus to come and live in your heart today. Choose life
by choosing Jesus. In-N-Out Burger wishes you a full and abundant life forever." Faith
in God or a genius marketing move, whatever the scenario, the practice sounds unique if
one hasn’t heard or noticed the phrases on their cups. It could be quite the “revelation”
(again, pun intended). Though admittedly, for some, this could actually be a huge downside
for the company. Maybe that’s a part of their tactic, too - bad publicity is still
publicity, after all! Whatever the mystery behind the tactic, the cryptic verse names
and number notations are not easy to spot and appear conveniently in out of the way
locations. For the untrained eye, it’s something that can easily be missed. But for those who
have the eyes of an eagle, deciphering the phrases will be as easy as pie. Sounds like
a good pastime while you eat. Although if you are having your Animal Style burger, it
would be hard to pay attention to it because half the time you will be fighting with your
food to avoid any spills or unwanted stains.
The Monkey Style Burger
Yes a Monkey Style burger is actually a thing. It’s not something that is on the normal
menu at In-N-Out or even a part of the secret menu hall of fame. It would almost seem like
a mythical legend had we not seen it for ourselves in the Twitter-verse, and as you know, seeing
is believing. The Monkey burger is a combination of Animal Style Fries piled on a burger. As
mentioned this item is not available on the regular or secret menu. However, all hope
is not lost as you can get creative and make your very own Monkey Style burger. Sure you
may get a quizzical look from the employee taking your order and the people sitting at
the next table, but in our opinion it will be well worth it. Pretty sure such myths and
legends don’t knock on the doors of Whataburger, which is why if you want to try out a Monkey
Burger, In-N-Out is the place to be. Time to put the monkey back in the bun and cherish
its mythical reality.
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