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| - I had to think long and hard about what kind of rating to give this Five Guys. When it comes right down to it, I quite enjoyed my burger, and I can't say I've had really bad experiences here either. But I think with everything rolled together, I find as much mediocrity with the place as I do good stuff, hence the mediocre rating.
I've been eating at Five Guys for well over a decade, starting when it was exclusively an American offering; and I was really excited when I heard they were coming to Canada. I've tried many locations here, and I'm not sure if the novelty has worn off, or they're just not as good as they used to be: either way, I've also struggled with finding consistency in the quality. Most recently my burger was quite good, but at this same place I've also gotten overcooked and dry, or sloppy and soggy burgers. When I'm shelling out over $10 for a burger (the cheeseburger is now $8.99 plus tax), it better be perfect every time.
I'm also a little tired of not ever getting any sort of deal at this chain. Never a special. Never a lunch combo offering, etc. Just premium prices for a product that's not as premium as they are.
And yes, the regular cheeseburger is a double patty. But that's two 3.3 ounce patties, not two 4 ounce ones. And it's noticeable.
I don't want to be too negative though. When done properly, the burgers are tasty, the fries are plentiful, and the service is good. And I'm sure I'll be back again
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