Look, if there’s one holiday that absolutely nobody needs convincing to celebrate, it’s National Hamburger Day. No awkward family gatherings. No expensive gifts. Just you, a juicy patty, and zero regrets. And if you’re lucky enough to be in the Denver metro area, you’ve got some seriously solid options to work with.
America’s Love Affair with the Burger (It’s Not Complicated)
Let’s talk numbers, because apparently we needed surveys to confirm what everyone already knew: Americans really, really like hamburgers.
According to a YouGov survey, 73% of Americans say they like meat-based burgers. And fewer than one in 11 people say they actually dislike burgers — that’s just 8%. So basically, if you’re anti-burger at a cookout, you are statistically the odd one out. Own it.
It goes even deeper than that. Americans surveyed from 13 of the country’s main cities are still in love with their patties on buns, with 75% citing hamburgers as a food they enjoy. The American staple is followed by Mexican food (72%), thin crust pizza (67%), and lasagna (65%). Burgers. Still. Winning…