newfisher Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 Is there a better xmas eve dinner? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moovinfast Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 I've had both and only think they are fair. I think the best local burger is killer burger in Portland and comes with unlimited fries. Sent from my HERO200 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barelycuda Posted December 25, 2010 Share Posted December 25, 2010 I have had both and do prefer 5 guys but if I had my choice it would be Steak & Shake. We had it back in florida a couple months ago and it blew both of the others away... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grassi Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Back from southern Oregon the first thing on the list was to try 5 Guys. Reef Aquariums are my secondary hobby, cooking being the first. I'm a food addicted and I even have my chef knives as a tattoo on my forearm... That said, I'm sorry to say that there is no even the need to compare 5 guys and In 'n out. In 'n Out wins, and stands a few steps above 5 Guys. The quality of the burgers is outstanding. 5 Guys burgers are good, but I found out being too greasy. The vegetables and toppings are similar as quality but In 'n out is a little bit better (tomatoes are tastier and lettuce crispier). I didn't like 5 Guys bread: if you go for a greasy burger and your meat is in the high end % of fat, you have to perfectly toast the bread or it will just soak the fat like a sponge. Fries are good in both places, but I prefer In 'n Out. I only tried one 5 Guys location, so I have to try more, but the service wasn't excellent: grouchy employes and half of our cheese wasn't even melted. Tables were on the "clean with oil" kind of approach, so I had to clean it myself before to sit. This will never happens at In 'n Out: smiles and perfectly melted cheese all the time The only thing I found out being more tasty at 5 Guys is the meat, but the overall quality and balance of In 'n Out burgers let you forget about that. Last consideration is the price tag: In 'n Out can compete agains McDonalds while 5 Guys is way more expensive and there aren't combos available. 2 Burgers, 2 fries and 1 soda added up to more than $17. With that money I prefer Burgerville (and I even save a few bucks) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grassi Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Back from southern Oregon the first thing on the list was to try 5 Guys. Reef Aquariums are my secondary hobby, cooking being the first. I'm a food addicted and I even have my chef knives as a tattoo on my forearm... That said, I'm sorry to say that there is no even the need to compare 5 guys and In 'n out. In 'n Out wins, and stands a few steps above 5 Guys. The quality of the burgers is outstanding. 5 Guys burgers are good, but I found out being too greasy. The vegetables and toppings are similar as quality but In 'n out is a little bit better (tomatoes are tastier and lettuce crispier). I didn't like 5 Guys bread: if you go for a greasy burger and your meat is in the high end % of fat, you have to perfectly toast the bread or it will just soak the fat like a sponge. Fries are good in both places, but I prefer In 'n Out. I only tried one 5 Guys location, so I have to try more, but the service wasn't excellent: grouchy employes and half of our cheese wasn't even melted. Tables were on the "clean with oil" kind of approach, so I had to clean it myself before to sit. This will never happens at In 'n Out: smiles and perfectly melted cheese all the time The only thing I found out being more tasty at 5 Guys is the meat, but the overall quality and balance of In 'n Out burgers let you forget about that. Last consideration is the price tag: In 'n Out can compete agains McDonalds while 5 Guys is way more expensive and there aren't combos available. 2 Burgers, 2 fries and 1 soda added up to more than $17. With that money I prefer Burgerville (and I even save a few bucks) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reef165 Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 IN and OUT is great! Don't know if it has been mentioned but they have a secret menu, you can find it if ya google it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Anyone been to "the RAM" in Salem? Now thats a good burger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grassi Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Anyone been to "the RAM" in Salem? Now thats a good burger. Nope... added to my list with some other places suggested in this thread (clap) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoobtoSalt Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 There is a ram at the clakamas town center now as well. Good food and cheap drinks for happy hour. I was introduced to the one in salem a few years back. Anyone been to "the RAM" in Salem? Now thats a good burger. Sent from my SCH-I500 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael7979 Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 Anyone been to "the RAM" in Salem? Now thats a good burger. Food is pretty good but the help seems "snob-ish", (if thats a real word). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CA2OR Posted December 27, 2010 Share Posted December 27, 2010 In-n-Out hands down. 5 guys is alright....even great if you haven't had In-n-out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markdadof2 Posted December 28, 2010 Share Posted December 28, 2010 Five guys is good. I am with smann on the home-made burger. Nothing better than a medium-well burger off the traeger at home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted December 28, 2010 Share Posted December 28, 2010 I gotta go with Alex, Burgerville is better than 5 guys.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grassi Posted December 28, 2010 Share Posted December 28, 2010 Five guys is good. I am with smann on the home-made burger. Nothing better than a medium-well burger off the traeger at home! Me too to be honest, especially on the bbq. At home I like to cook mini-burgers, so I can have different kinds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reefrun Posted December 28, 2010 Share Posted December 28, 2010 Me too to be honest, especially on the bbq. At home I like to cook mini-burgers, so I can have different kinds. My sliders are way better though! Next up for trial will be Little Big Burger, I heard it's no In-N-Out but definitely better than 5 Guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgf86123 Posted December 28, 2010 Share Posted December 28, 2010 If you want cajun fries, the only ones i've ever foudn that match up to true cajun fries is my own LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impur Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I had 5 Guys on saturday and it was DELICIOUS!!!! Had the bacon cheeseburger and i just loved it. I like their fries better than in & out as well, fresh cut potatoes freshly made just for your order. I saw them cutting them, thats fresh! I think you get a larger burger patty than you would at in & out, although you can get doubles at in & out. I need to eat em side by side to choose but since 5 guys is only 45 min away i'm going to be making it required stop anytime im heading up or down I5! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGooseWhisperer Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 When my wife and I travel to the SF area we fly into Oakland and our first stop is In N Out. Its usually our last stop before we take the rental car back too. I love double doubles although I'm kinda in the middle on the fries. Only better burger I have ever had is from "Squeeze In" in Sacramento and some place from Diners Drive-ins and Dives that I went to in Ocean Beach (San Diego area). I haven't been to 5 guys yet, but will try to make a point of it to do a comparison:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowman Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 We went to 5 guys the other night for my wife's inaugural try...It SUCKED!!!!! She said she would rather have a Mcdouble. I had to agree with her. It really was horrible. I had been talking it up for months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 We went to 5 guys the other night for my wife's inaugural try...It SUCKED!!!!! She said she would rather have a Mcdouble. I had to agree with her. It really was horrible. I had been talking it up for months. Somebody screwed up. Try it again. If the same thing happens, stick with McDonalds (laugh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfisher Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Sticking with Mcdonalds is like pawning off a blue damsel as a Majestic Angel. They both have their place in life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 My secret shame: I really like a Big Mac every once in a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.R Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 I had In-and-Out when I was in Chula Vista. VERY basic menu but pretty good food. I'm gonna have to try Five Guys.. Andy, you should try a Big Carl at Carl's. Tastes pretty much the same, just better quality ingrediants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gill Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 FOSTER BURGER!!! 52 and Foster mmmmmm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald525 Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 If you want cajun fries' date=' the only ones i've ever foudn that match up to true cajun fries is my own LOL[/quote'] Mick you do make the best french fries! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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