Whilst I was in DC, I had to stop by the original Five Guys location. Actually, it is the second one, but the original is gone, so whatever. It has been there since 1988, so that is good enough. The thing is, I grew up about 2 miles from this location and I feel I have been going there all my life. Five Guys has now spread all over the east coast and it is beloved everywhere, but since they are from my hometown of Alexandria, VA, I hold a special place in my heart for them. So, if you have not been to Five Guys, you are missing out. Five Guys is a fast food place, but the food does not taste like it. No, it is not like In and Out Burger. I have been there, it does not compare. The burger I had today at Five Guys was easily better than any burger I have ever had at any place that is not Five Guys. Think of the best burger you have ever had in your life. Now imagine that it tastes better, costs less than 5 dollars and is ready in 10 minutes. That is Five Guys. This is their entire menu:

Bacon Cheeseburger, Cheesburger, Hamburger

Little Bacon Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger, Hamburger

Large Fries, Large Cajun Fries, Small Fries, Small Cajun Fries

Hot Dog, Grilled Cheese, Fountain Drink (one size)

The regular burgers come with 2 patties, the little ones come with one. The most expensive is $5.49 and you can get a grilled cheese for 2 dollars.  The small fries are more than you can possibly eat. I dare you to get a large, 4 people wouldn’t finish them. Seriously, get on it. Five guys is the best place in the world and they give you free peanuts when you wait in line.

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