Five Guys Tops US Burger Rankings as McDonald’s Wins Best Fries

18 articles · Updated · Southern Living · Apr 16

Five Guys has been ranked as the best fast food burger chain in the US, according to YouGov’s 2026 national survey.
Five Guys led with 15.5% of votes, followed by Burger King and In-N-Out. However, McDonald’s took the top spot for best fries.
Despite its higher prices, Five Guys maintains a loyal customer base, highlighting Americans’ strong brand preferences in an increasingly competitive fast food market.

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