1st timers at 5 Guys Burgers, heard all the hype about it and had to try!
We came here about 920pm one Fri night (Royal Oak location) to share a hamburger some some fries to go. With a pop it came to around $11.
There was only one other customer inside - I think they close at 10pm.
The food is made to order which is great but be prepared to wait for your food. There was only one gal working in the open kitchen space until a manager or the like loudly prompted her to SHUT IT DOWN after we were served while reminding her that it was almost 930pm near quitting time. I guess they wanted to just get out of there but it could have been relayed more discreetly. Customers never want to feel like a burden when supporting a business.
We must have waited 20 minutes minimum for our simple burger order.
We were prepared for a lot of fries due to the other helpful reviews, so yes, get a small, they do fill your bag right up!
The complimentary peanuts are amazing here. I swear they are soaked in a salt brine, making them deliciously addictive!
One tip - do not opt for mushrooms on the burger unless you are eating it immediately. They make the bun very soggy.
Overall the taste was great and the fries were so good with their skins on. Hubby wanted the cajun spice but I could have done without that. They do not need it IMO, just the salt.
Love the free unlimited burger toppings (2 patties for the reg burger, 1 patty for the small)
Great location for a burger joint and overall would recommend. Just be prepared to wait for your food.