America has a plethora of fast food joints that serve a good old fashioned burger but today at The Upper Echelon we are giving you our top 10 from strictly a taste perspective.

10. Checkers/Rally’s


Quick and satisfies. Don’t forget the amazing fries… (So good)

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9. Wendy’s


We proved that the world is actually round and not flat and now Wendy’s is here to prove that burgers are square and not circle.

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8. Burger King


Home of the Whopper. Chargrilled perfection on a bun.  Did I mention the burgers are chargrilled?

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7. Five Guys


Greasy cheesy oouuyyy goooy goodness with a side of amazing Cajun fries.

Portrait photography by Chicago Photographer Tyler Mallory

6. In N Out


One of the most hyped burgers of this generation.  California’s coveted In N Out causes arguments all over the world and fans won’t let you tell them it’s not the best. Don’t get started with a true In N Out fan unless you want them to go Animal Style on you!

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5. McDonald’s 


People… STOP HATING. McDonald’s isn’t McDonald’s for no reason…

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4. Smash Burger


These smashed beauties are something for the taste buds.  This unique spin on how to grill a burger is what keeps people coming back for more.

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3. WhatABurger


Great size, great taste, made to order every time.

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2. Shake Shack


The current hype burger joint that actually lives up to its status. The shack also receives our award for best experience and design from architecture to branding.  After the line dwindles your bound to enjoy a fun and lively environment amongst several other Shake Shack lovers.

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1. Culver’s 


Culver’s the home of the Butter Burger earns the number 1 spot for best tasting fast food burger.  Always fresh and made to order, these smashed burgers on buttery bun goodness are hard to compete with. Don’t forget a side of their Wisconsin fried cheese curds and a frozen custom custard for desert.

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Honorable Mention

Carl’s Jr. / Hardy’s 


Good burger. Better Advertising.

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White Castle


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Sonic


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