Americans have spoken on what they believe is the best fast-food burger — and the most expensive.
A newly released YouGov study surveyed Americans about their dining preferences, including where they turn for their favorite fast-food burger. The consensus? Five Guys.
Five Guys locations near Staunton, VA
- Staunton: 1013 Richmond Ave, Staunton, VA 24401
- Waynesboro: 831 Lew Dewitt Blvd, Suite 101, Waynesboro, VA 22980
- Harrisonburg: 20 University Blvd, Suite A, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
- Charlottesville (Hollymead): 201 Connor Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
- Charlottesville (UVA): 1119 Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA 22905
- Front Royal: 145 Riverton Commons Plaza, Front Royal, VA (within range)
Specializing in hamburgers, hot dogs, and fries, Five Guys is one of the pricier fast-food options. In 2025, Allrecipes ranked Five Guys as the No. 1 most expensive fast-food chain in the United States, followed by Jack in the Box, Shake Shack, Cava, and Chipotle.
Despite the prices, Five Guys has a loyal customer base, indicative of the backlash the chain received after changing how it serves fries. In March, Five Guys announced it was ditching its traditional plastic fry cups for kraft paper bags because they’re grease-resistant and BPA- and PFAS-free…