Every item on the Five Guys menu with representative prices in one fast page: double patty burgers, fries cut in store every morning and fried in peanut oil, all beef dogs, hand spun shakes, and the famous list of 15 plus free toppings. Founded 1986 in Arlington, Virginia by the Murrell family and named for their five sons. Franchise pricing varies more than any chain we track, so treat these as averages and check the app for your exact market.
Updated July 2026The system: regular means DOUBLE patty, Little means single. Every burger comes with unlimited free toppings from the full list.
Full builds, calories, and ordering strategy on the burgers deep dive. Every topping is free, see the complete toppings list.
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All beef kosher style dogs, split down the middle and grilled, with the same free toppings list as the burgers.
The meatless corner of the menu, all with free toppings.
Cut in store every morning from named farm potatoes, fried in 100 percent peanut oil, and famously overfilled, the extra scoop in the bag is policy, not accident.
Style choice: regular or Cajun. The full story including the potato board tradition is on the fries page.
Hand spun, with unlimited free mix ins, yes including bacon.
Recurring themes from public reviews across Google, Yelp, and Reddit. Sentiment summary, not individual testimonials.
| Order | Five Guys | In N Out | Shake Shack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagship cheeseburger | $10.39 to $12.49 (double) | ~$4.35 (single) | ~$8.79 (single) |
| Comparable double | Standard build | Double Double ~$6.20 | Double ~$12 |
| Fries | $4.49+, overfilled | ~$2.60 | ~$4.79 |
| Shake | $6.19+, free mix ins | ~$3.15 | ~$6.79 |
| Free toppings | 15 plus, all free | Limited free | Charged extras |
The honest read: In N Out wins raw price, Five Guys wins portions and customization, Shake Shack splits the middle. Full cost anatomy on the why so expensive page.
Typical hours below; franchise locations vary.
| Holiday | Typical Status |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day | Closed at most locations |
| Christmas Day | Closed at most locations |
| Easter Sunday | Varies by franchise |
| July 4, Memorial Day, Labor Day | Regular or reduced hours |
Regular burgers (double patty) run about $9.29 to $14.63 depending on the build and market, with the bacon cheeseburger at the top. Little burgers (single patty) run roughly $2 less.
At Five Guys, regular means double patty and Little means single. It is the most common first visit surprise and the reason portions feel enormous.
Yes, all 15 plus toppings are free on any burger, dog, or sandwich: grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, jalapenos, green peppers, A1 sauce, hot sauce, and more. Loading up is the whole point.
Little fries about $4.49, regular about $5.79, large about $7.29. Every cup is overfilled with extra scoops in the bag by design, so order one size down from instinct.
About $6.19 to $6.99 with unlimited free mix ins including bacon. The coffee mix in at participating locations is the 2026 favorite.
Fresh never frozen beef, potatoes cut in store daily, peanut oil frying, free unlimited toppings, and overfilled fry portions. You are paying for inputs, not marketing. See our full breakdown page.
The famous hacks: the patty melt went permanent in late 2024, but the Presidential fries, burger bowl, grilled cheese burger, and Artery Annihilator remain request only builds from standard ingredients.
Grilled vegetables and any free toppings on a toasted bun, about $5.49, with cheese for a bit more. It is a topping vehicle rather than a patty substitute.
Yes at most US locations, bulk peanuts in the shell while you wait remain a signature. Allergy note: peanut oil and open peanuts make Five Guys unsuitable for peanut allergies.
A regular cheeseburger runs about 980 calories before toppings, a Little cheeseburger about 610. Fries add 530 to 1310 by size.
100 percent peanut oil, which is central to the flavor and the reason peanut allergy sufferers should avoid the chain entirely.
The all beef kosher style dog runs about $6.29, cheese dog $6.99, bacon dog $7.29, bacon cheese dog $7.99. Every dog is split and grilled.
Two patties, grilled onions, and cheese between grilled sourdough style bread, about $9.99. It moved from secret menu to permanent menu item in late 2024.
Jerry and Janie Murrell opened the first shop in Arlington, Virginia in 1986, named for their five sons. The family still runs it, and the chain has grown past 1700 locations worldwide.
No combos, no meal deals, everything is a la carte by design. A burger, little fries, and drink typically totals $17 to $20.
Coca Cola Freestyle machines with 100 plus flavor combos at most locations, about $2.99 to $3.83, plus bottled water and Simply Lemonade.
No chicken, no salads, no fish. Burgers, dogs, grilled cheese, BLT, veggie sandwich, fries, and shakes. The narrow menu is deliberate.
The fries are cooked in dedicated peanut oil fryers; burgers and dogs are grilled. Cross contact still applies for severe allergies.
Cooked on the same grill as the patties and free like everything else. Grilled onions plus A1 is the most recommended veteran combination.
Realistically $60 to $75: four burgers, two large fries to share, and drinks. Sharing fries is the single biggest cost saver, portions make individual fries unnecessary.
Yes through the app and major platforms, with delivery pricing running notably higher. Fries travel poorly, the universal advice is pickup for fry orders.
Bottled water around $3.11 aside, the veggie sandwich at about $5.49 and the Little hamburger around $7.29 are the cheapest food items.
Any burger can be made as a lettuce wrapped burger bowl without a bun, and fries are just potatoes in peanut oil. The kitchen is not celiac controlled, so cross contact applies.
Yes, most locations accept contactless payments, and the app supports standard payment methods plus gift cards.
The touchscreen fountain at most locations mixing 100 plus drink combinations, included in the standard drink price.
Significantly, more than most chains, because franchisees set prices. NYC, LA, and DC run several dollars above southeast and midwest markets. Prices here are representative averages.
Almost never, no combos, no national coupons, rare app promos. The savings strategy is order structure: Little burgers, shared fries, water. Our coupons page covers every real option.
Different games: In N Out wins on price, Five Guys wins on portions, free topping range, and fry volume. The eternal debate has no referee, only regional loyalty.
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Thin crusty patties need real downward force.
Place order on Amazon SearThe crust comes from the surface, not the recipe.
Place order on Amazon FryThe Five Guys fry flavor is mostly the oil.
Place order on Amazon CutFresh cut is a different food from frozen.
Place order on Amazon SpinHand spun texture needs a spindle, not a smoothie blender.
Place order on Amazon WrapThe foil steam finish is part of the Five Guys texture.
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