Top 16 Fast Food Burger Chains in America

Coast-to-coast icons, regional cult heroes, and upstart smashers all fight for the crown here, from drive-thru royalty to the chains people will happily drive an hour for. Cast your vote!

1. 1
   Five Guys

   A build-your-own burger chain known for hand-formed patties, free peanuts, and generous fries.
   1000pts
2. 2
   In-N-Out Burger

   A cult-favorite West Coast chain famous for its fresh, never-frozen patties and secret Animal Style menu.
   850pts
3. 3
   Whataburger

   A beloved Texas-born chain recognizable by its orange-and-white A-frame roofs and made-to-order burgers.
   680pts
4. 4
   White Castle

   The original American fast food burger chain, famous for its small square Sliders.
   560pts
5. 5
   The Habit Burger Grill

   A California chain acclaimed for its chargrilled Charburger topped with fresh produce.
   485pts
6. 6
   Sonic Drive-In

   A retro drive-in chain where carhops deliver burgers, tots, and slushes to your car.
   485pts
7. 7
   Wendy's

   The square-patty chain known for its fresh beef, Frosty desserts, and sassy social media presence.
   397pts
8. 8
   McDonald's

   The world's largest fast food chain and home of the Big Mac and the golden arches.
   397pts
9. 9
   Checkers and Rally's

   A double drive-thru chain known for its seasoned fries and bold-flavored burgers.
   397pts
10. 10
    Shake Shack

    The upscale burger chain that grew from a Manhattan hot dog cart into a global brand.
    291pts
11. 11
    Burger King

    The flame-grilled chain and longtime McDonald's rival, home of the Whopper.
    291pts
12. 12
    Culver's

    A Midwestern chain celebrated for its ButterBurgers and frozen custard.
    291pts
13. 13
    Jack in the Box

    A late-night favorite with a quirky mascot and an eclectic menu beyond burgers.
    291pts
14. 14
    Freddy's Frozen Custard

    A fast-growing chain known for thin, crispy-edged steakburgers and frozen custard.
    291pts
15. 15
    Carl's Jr.

    A West Coast chain known for its large charbroiled burgers and the Six Dollar Burger.
    0pts
16. 16
    Fatburger

    A Los Angeles-born chain offering large made-to-order burgers with a classic diner vibe.
    0pts

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