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| - The only thing comparable to In-N-Out here is the decor. The food, price, and options just aren't similar enough for a real comparison.
What I really like at Five Guys is the ability to pick any and all of the toppings and not have to pay extra, with the exception of bacon and cheese. The regular size left me disappointed as it is simply two patties from the "little" size, and not a thicker, juicier patty (as Carl's Jr. does with their regular and "$6 burger" versions). I much prefer the "little" size as the meat/veggie ratio is more ideal. The cajun fries also disappointed me as they are simply regular fries with seasoned salt thrown on them.
Now, as I am originally from California, and since everyone is making that annoying comparison I might as well put in my .02 for potential customers. The buns feel store-bought, fresh from the bag on Aisle 6, not the toasted ones of INO. The fries are pretty good - typical more of a restaurant than of fast food (though I really like INO fries). There are no shakes. =( It is not as cheap as INO, but close to the same value. You pay more but get more. If you're like me, a fan of toppings (peppers, bbq sauce, grilled onions and mushrooms at no extra charge), you will love this place. If you prefer the subtle freshness and simplicity of INO you will not find that here.
Right now I couldn't place 5G above INO, nor could I place it below. They each have their strengths and weaknesses. If 5G offered the sweet potato fries from down the street, had better buns and/or offered shakes, I would rate them above INO.
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