The Big Mac, The Whopper, and The Baconator are all well-known variations of the traditional, quintessentially American hamburger. Each year, USA Today releases rankings of fast food statistics, including which chain comes out on top overall. However, the question remains: who will be crowned the maker of the best burger in 2024?
The combination of bun, beef, and bun is more complex than one might imagine, and the survey results showed a significant variation across the board.
Despite being an underdog among fast foodies nationwide, the best burger can be found at a surprising chain that defies expectations.
The award for the best restaurant goes to a burger joint located on the West Coast that is known for their chargrilled burgers, but it is not In-N-Out.
The Habit Burger Grill’s Double Char has been named the best fast food burger in USA Today’s annual 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
The Habit Burger Grill Double char Burger takes the crown.
The Double Char Burger includes cheese on grilled sourdough, as well as shredded lettuce, tomato, mayo, pickles, and caramelized onions. For those who prefer, it can also be ordered “Santa Barbara style,”which adds slices of avocado.
The beef patties are grilled over an open flame and consist of pure beef, providing them with a distinct and delicious smoky BBQ taste.
The price of the burger at The Habit Burger Grill is higher compared to other fast food options, costing $8.61 for the burger alone. This is because The Habit Burger Grill is more of a fast-casual dining spot rather than a traditional fast food joint. This trend reflects a shift towards customers prioritizing quality ingredients and “healthier”burger options.
The Habit Burger Grill offers a variety of options including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a range of vegetarian dishes. They also specialize in grilled meats and have a limited selection of fried food. In fact, their tempura green beans were named ‘Best Side of The Year’.
The chain originated in Santa Barbara in the late 1960s, but gained widespread recognition in 2014 after Consumer Reports declared it as the top-ranked fast-food burger, narrowly surpassing In-N-Out and Five Guys.
Despite the shift from convenience and affordability to a focus on better quality and healthier options, it is intriguing to see that fast food lovers still crave a satisfying burger despite the increasing costs of fast food. Now, let’s compare how other popular chains measure up in this aspect.
Ranking of Other Fast Food Burgers
See how other fast food burgers ranked.
The Double Double from In-N-Out took second place, followed by the BBQ Rodeo Burger from Burger-Fi in third. However, well-known fast food chains such as McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Sonic did not rank within the top 10.
| 1. The Habit Burger and Grill | Double Charburger |
| 2. In-N-Out Burger | Double Double |
| 3. BurgerFi | BBQ Rodeo Burger |
| 4. Jack in the Box | Jumbo Jack Cheeseburger |
| 5. Five Guys | Cheeseburger |
| 6. Whataburger | Double Meat Whataburger |
| 7. Culver’s | ButterBurger Cheese, Double |
| 8. Burger King | Whopper |
| 9. Carl’s Jr. | Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger |
| 10. White Castle | The 1921 Slider |
The Whopper was the only well-known burger to make the list, ranking eighth in the overall standings.
Despite the absence of a Big Mac, it appears that an unlikely contender has emerged as the champion this year.
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