The only place I go when it's cheat day. And by that I don't mean "secret-tryst-over-a-sesame-seed-bun" cheat day. The lines and hubbub about this place are well-deserved, and a lot of people just don't get it because, as another reviewer put it, it's just burgers and fries.
But it is in this simplicity that In-And-Out wins me over. The menu consists of only three combos, ordering is straightforward, the army of white outfits don't fuck about. I don't consider this a "fast-food joint," as you never get your order under 15 minutes. But then again, you know the greasy slop has been lovingly hand-crafted and carefully fitted into the little paper sleeves Just For You. You don't get that kind of commitment with Mickey Sleaze and the Creepy King. And I'm all about commitment.
Unless, of course, it's cheat day and I slam two double doubles with extra fries. Sigh. They're also open late....but if you're hella starving you're better off hitting the other aforementioned spots.
Proper atherosclerosis takes time.