| Address | 4626 King St., Alexandria, VA 22302 |
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| Hours | Mon-Sun, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. |
| Phone | (703) 671-1606 |
| Website | http://gofiveguys.com |
In a town where niche delis and nouveau sandwich shops appear to crop up overnight, it's great knowing there's a no-nonsense burger joint that refuses to go gourmet. And the crew over at Five Guys does just that: making homestyle burgers that deliver a meaty punch. That must be why people continue flocking to the ramshackle store front with the dimunitive lot that guarantees you'll spend about as much time searching for a spot as you will waiting for the grill chefs to slap together their grease-laden creations. Fuddruckers might have more in the way of sheer variety (the ostrich and bison burger options help break up the monotony of a ground chuck existence), but the bevvy of fresh toppings on the Five Guys menu -- the complementary fried onions, sauteed mushrooms and diced jalapenos are the building blocks of my favorite dietary disaster -- ensure that even amateur burgermeisters will walk away satisfied. And the handcut fries (the regular fries are golden but feel free to order the cajun spiced for some added kick) turn your average meal into a banquet. And just FYI, while some people invariably hover near the registers hoping to hear their number called and others ruin their appetites by filling up on handful after handful of the free peanuts, I recommend spending the downtime scanning the handmade kudos and comment cards patrons tack up all over the message board.
Ambience is not the main concern of Five Guys, it's burgers. The place is dedicated.
I understand that this is a favorite when it comes to burgers. Although they're not really my style...I'd rather my burgers are covered in blue cheese instead of American...I can appreciate them for what they are. Keep in mind that the "regular" burger is a double and it swims in grease. I went with a hangover and Five Guys was the perfect medicine. Another tip, don't order the large fries unless you're sharing...or EXTREMELY hungry.
although it's been over a year I still remember my one and only trip to 5 guys- sadly we Marylanders do not have a local branch yet to experience the greatness that is 5 guys.
my boss who grew up in Northern VA dragged me one day saying "we're going to 5 guys. just shut up and trust me." well, he's the boss so I shut up and 20 minutes later we were at this greasy spoon looking place with 0 ambience unless plastic lawn chairs count as ambience.
5 minutes later I was wolfing down one of the best burgers and fries that would rival thrashers. greasy and spectacular. no ambience- dirt cheap and worth the drive. now that's a 5 star in my book. thanks boss!
Five Guys burgers are a heart attack waiting to happen! The serving size is rather large and you get a choice of some condiments not offered at most places, but I was a bit put off by the grease oozing from the bag. They are also a tad bit on the pricey side, but it's worth the trip there when you are in the mood for a big tasty burger!
If you want a great burger and some greasy, yummy boardwalk style fries, Five Guys is the place to go. This ain't no health joint, it's your old fashioned burger and fries joint. For not much more than you would pay at McD's or Wendy's you can have a great homemade tasting burger and fries. Peanuts to munch on and throw the shells on the floor while you wait for your order. No nonsense fluorescent lighting and tile at the order counter and in the very basic dining area. You can get a "little" burger which is really a normal sized burger or the double burger. Lots of choices for toppings including peppers, A-1 sauce, onions, and mushrooms in addition to the standard condiments. Service is courteous, but quick, be ready to order when you get up to the register. The fries are greasy, in a good way, and the burgers aren't greasy. The patties are thin and tasty and more than enough meat for the freshly made bun. Crisp lettuce and cool tomatoes are great on top. If you're in the mood for a burger and fries, it's worth the wait in line at Five Guys!
I may be going against the grain here, but I don't get it. Mediocre fries that taste like peanuts, tiny, misshapen overcooked patties oozing grease, and something near $8 or $9 for a complete meal to be eaten in a dirty little dining area? Oh, and don't forget, you can wait as long as 15 minutes for this with only 4 or 5 other people in line. My theory? They're the only game in town. When your choices for a good-fast burger are lousy national chains or Five-Guys, it’s easy to confuse “better” with “great”.
This is by far the best burger I have ever had. Every time I take out-of-town guests here, they say the same thing. I have friends who live in various states who dream about this place.
