With SO many fast food burger options to choose from, we've create a list to help you choose
between all the great fast food hamburger choices. These are the Top 10 Fast Food Burgers
Ranked Worst to Best.
McDonald’s - Big Mac
The best burger can be a subjective topic for many reasons, as taste buds vary from
person to person. That said, we are actually starting off our list with an icon, the McDonald's
Big Mac. Though McDonald's does make a great burger, they are actually at the bottom of
our list here, simply because we think other burger chains make a better burger. Is McDonald's
convenient? located everywhere? and delicious? ( Clip ) but that doesn't make it the best
tasting fast food burger out there. Main complaints usually come from the beef patties, or lack
there of. They are thin, and aren't the most juicy or flavorful beef patties in the fast
food game. Their flagship burger, the Big Mac, comes with twin patties, but they are
so thin, 2 patties still seems lacking. Just with the patties alone, McDonald's will have
a hard time competing with a lot of the other fast food chains on this list. The "special
sauce”, a variant of Thousand Island dressing, is a nice touch, as is the thinly shredded
lettuce. While McDonald’s may be the biggest and most widely available fast food burger
chain today, they are not necessarily the absolute best fast hamburger option that there
is, even though it's the most popular.
Burger King - Whopper
It is safe to say that Burger King has always been in direct competition with McDonald’s.
Over the years, they have tried to mimic Mickey D’s in many ways. They too have had their
fair share of questionable burgers. Let’s start with their simple hamburger, which is
100% beef and comes flame-grilled with no fillers or additives. Yet, their burger, like
many of its counterparts, is in a sad state of affairs. The beef patty comes topped with
some scant little pickles, and tons of mustard and ketchup on a sesame seed bun. Sounds ok,
but it’s not on the same level as a good wholesome homemade burger. So many would expect
the Whopper to raise Burger King burgers to a higher level. The Whopper includes all
the toppings that make for a good burger. Of course, there are often issues. Customers
have complained about there not being enough onions and that the beef patty is too small.
They also tend to get messy. But what makes a Burger King Whopper better than McDonald’s
is the flame-grilled taste, making them a touch more flavorful. While the Whopper may
be a better choice, it seems to have lost its confidence over the years. Burger King
needs to polish that crown if they ever want to take out the clown.
White Castle - Slider
A lot of fast food consumers place White Castle’s sliders at the bottom of the food chain. They
don’t even consider them burgers. Neither does White Castle actually; they prefer to
call them sliders. Sliders are in fact miniature burgers, usually about 2 inches by 2 inches
in size. The cost of the slider is cheaper than your typical burger, as they are meant
to be purchased in pairs. The moniker originated in the 1940s, and White Castle was one of
the first chains to sell sliders. But they've earned a bad rap over the years. Their sliders
have been ranked as some of the worst burgers of all time. Even though White Castle rates
their beef as one of the best in quality, their small square beef patties are too thin
to satisfy the average taste buds. The buns are of the supermarket variety. Most say they're
far too airy and tend to swallow up the tiny meat patties. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, sliders
are a throwback to wartime rationing. But in the new millennium, America's food choices
have evolved. Everyone loves a big fat juicy burger, especially when loaded full of carbs,
proteins and fresh vegetables.
Jack in the Box - Ultimate Burger
They call this burger the Ultimate Cheeseburger, but there isn’t anything ultimate about
Jack in the Box's signature cheeseburger. It's just a simple burger made up of two beef patties,
two slices of cheddar and swiss cheese, some ketchup, mustard, and a sauce made with
mayo and onions, crushed between two buns. Jack in the Box's Ultimate Cheeseburger is
great when you want a simple, plain cheeseburger, but not much more than that. This burger contains
no fresh vegetables or pickles. The beef patty may have some flavor, depending on when and
where it is ordered, but this burger is better off without any condiments. The Jumbo Jack
burger is a better alternative at Jack in the Box. At least it comes topped with lettuce,
tomato, pickles, onions and mayonnaise. The beef patty is not particularly well-seasoned,
but then again, that is not a Jack in the Box strongpoint. It does come off the grill
though, and this burger manages to hit the mark when comparing standard fast food fare.
Sonic Drive-In - Jr. Burger
For those who are not familiar with Sonic Drive-In or their burgers, they're best known
for their servers on roller skates. They're a throwback to the 1950’s, and customers
seem to like the retro novelty. However, when it comes to their burgers, much is left to
be desired. Sonic fast food chains are not easy to find, but you may spot one along the
highway at times. Owned by Arby’s and Buffalo Wild Wings' parent company, Sonic serves in
46 states across America. Their simple classic Jr. Burger, one of their best sellers, is
nothing to write home about. There really isn’t anything that sets it apart from all
the other standard fast food fare out there. Your best bet is to take a bite out of a Supersonic
Double Cheeseburger. About the size of a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder, it comes with two thin patties
and sliced cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, diced onions and choice of ketchup, mustard
or mayonnaise. Add crispy bacon strips for a super tasty burger.
Wendy’s - Dave’s Single
Wendy's has had lots of hits and some misses when it comes to some of their burgers, but
we have to give them credit for always trying. The best bet and closest thing to a classic
burger is Dave's Single. It is one of the cheapest and most popular burgers out there.
If you aren’t looking for anything too fancy this one may be just up your alley. Dave's
Single comes served with all the fixings. Their meat patty is also a decent size compared
to other fast food outlets. Wendy’s claim to fame is that their beef is always
fresh and never frozen. Customers who eat at Wendy’s often say they would not have
it any other way. Their beef patties are juicy. The meat comes served with a toasted bun which
is a big plus as it is strong and sturdy. The square patties have been a big selling
point since their inception. Wendy makes burgers far more enjoyable than most of its rivals.
Wendy's was the first fast-food chain to create a value menu, where all items listed were
priced at 99¢. The menu was restructured due to rising costs but they still offer Super
Value Menu items ranging from 99¢ to $2.00. Now that is a good deal.
Shake Shack - Shack Burger
The youngest of all the fast food chains, Shake Shack didn’t start off by selling
burgers. While it was only in 2004 that they began selling hamburgers and their famous
milkshakes, they actually started as a hot dog stand in Madison Square Park in NYC in
2001. Since its founding, it has been one of the fastest-growing food chains in the
US with more than 249 locations both in North America and internationally. All their burgers
come served on your choice of either non-GMO Martin’s Potato Rolls, gluten-free buns
or lettuce wraps. They seem to be doing everything right. This burger stands out with consumers.
you are definitely getting what you are paying for with this mouth watering burger. And if
you want to add even more flavor to your Shack Burger, Shake Shack does offer a "Double Toppings"
option. So if you're just going out for the best possible fast food burger, and budget
is not a concern, Shake Shack should be at the top of your list without a doubt.
Carl’s Jr - Original Six Dollar Thickburger
The Carl's Jr. Original Six Dollar Thickburger meets all the criteria for a delicious burger.
This is the king of all burgers. The 1 and 1/3 lb. beef patty is charbroiled and comes
with cheese, pickles, lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, all served on a solid premium bun.
The patty is thick and juicy, and cooked to retain flavor. The burger's construction is
perfect and not messy. The Carl’s Jr secret, aside from the bun, is that the toppings are
placed under the meat patty rather than on top. This keeps everything together nicely.
It seems to be working because eating a Thickburger is quite the enjoyable experience. No one
likes a messy burger, especially when half of it spills out the bun. The Carl’s Jr
Six Dollar Thickburger is a good burger, but it struggles to make a dent in the burger
world compared to some of its rivals. Other than their old racy ads and cannabis infused
burgers, the chain doesn’t have strong enough branding that would set it apart from the
competition. Gotta give them kudos for being gutsy though.
In-N-Out - Double-Double
You knew this one was coming, it's a love or hate kind of fast food restaurant. Love
it if you're anywhere within driving distance of their locations only found near the west
coast of America. Or hate it because you can't have it if you live anywhere else... The crown
jewel at In-N-Out is their Double Double burger, and fast food hamburgers just don't get much
better than this. We're talking 2 100% American beef patties, no additives, preservatives,
or fillers, it's the real deal. Toppings include American cheese, lettuce tomatoes and onions,
all on 2 toasted sponge dough buns topped with a sauce that In-N-Out calls "spread".
However this is just the basic burger, "secret menu" options can take this already delectable
burger to a whole other level! You could, add more meat, or maybe go animal style which
adds all the following options, a mustard cooked beef patty, pickles, the onions come
grilled, and extra spread sauce! Whether you're going all out with the animal style, low fat
with protein style, or just the original double double, you will not be disappointed by the
quality and flavor you constantly find with any of In-N-Out burgers.
Five Guys - Hamburger
Voted one of the best burgers by many consumers, the Five Guys hamburger comes in at the top
of our list. All their burgers are made to order based on your specific request. Customers
can watch the cooks while they make burgers, all the while snacking on free peanuts — that
is if you’re not allergic. Five Guys has a fast-casual dining approach compared to
some other burger chains. What makes Five Guys a cut above the rest is the quality of
the meat. Their burgers are made with an 80/20 blend of chuck and sirloin, and the
meat is always fresh and not frozen. All their burgers are juicy and yummy. The hamburger
contains twin patties in a toasted bun with the customer's choice of free toppings. These
can include anything from lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, grilled onions, grilled mushrooms,
fresh onions, jalapenos, green peppers, ketchup, mayo, mustard, relish, BBQ sauce, hot sauce,
A1 sauce… you get the picture. The patties are well-grilled, succulent, and nice and
full. The sesame buns are soft and off the chain. The toppings are put together right
in front of your eyes. What more can you ask for? Five Guys hamburgers are deliciously
good and a lot of people seem to agree.
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