Five Guys Burgers and Fries

[getbak]

Does anyone know anything about this place?

They had a float in the parade yesterday, and have sponsored one of the wagons in the Chuckwagon races. I had not heard of them prior to yesterday, but it sounds like a place I'd like to check out.

From what I have found on the internets, it's a Washington DC area based chain with locations around the US, and their first international location is supposed to open in Calgary this month.

One review I found says it is comparable to In-N-Out Burger, which I love.

It's also the chain that Barack Obama went to on his "burger run" with Brian Williams during the NBC "Inside the White House" special a couple of months ago.


Here's their website, which has no mention of the Calgary location: http://www.fiveguys.com


Anyone know where the Calgary location will be/is? Has anyone eaten there (either here or in the States)?

[valo403]

I haven't actually eaten there before, but I have friends who say it's pretty good. I've been planning to try it one of these days, I'll write a review if I get there in the next few days.

[getbak]

I haven't actually eaten there before, but I have friends who say it's pretty good. I've been planning to try it one of these days, I'll write a review if I get there in the next few days.
Where is it?

[valo403]

Where is it?

I'm not actually in Calgary, I'd be hitting one in the NYC area. No idea about the Calgary location.

[BlackArcher101]

Each store, which costs franchisees about $350,000 to $500,000 to build, generates about $1 million a year in sales. Each franchisee must have a net worth of $1 million and agree to open at least five stores, requirements that have been ratcheted up in recent years because of high demand.

Wow, must have a min of $1 million net worth and agree to open 5 stores to be a franchisee. Wonder who's opening it and wonder where the others will be. According to the same website, the Calgary location is opening this month... surprised I can't find the addy though. Got to love it though when American news outlets say Calgary in one of the articles and don't bother including "Alberta, Canada" or "150 miles north of Montana".

[Montag]

I tried one in Philly a few months ago. It was good. Tasted fresh, especially the fries. Lots of options for toppings too.

[Resolute 14]

Wow, must have a min of $1 million net worth and agree to open 5 stores to be a franchisee. Wonder who's opening it and wonder where the others will be. According to the same website, the Calgary location is opening this month... surprised I can't find the addy though. Got to love it though when American news outlets say Calgary in one of the articles and don't bother including "Alberta, Canada" or "150 miles north of Montana".

Especially since you know those same publications would say "Edmonton, Alberta (150 miles north of Calgary)" :D

Might have to give this place a try.

[BlackArcher101]

Is it similar to Harvey's?

[getbak]

Tasted fresh, especially the fries.
Yeah, one of their selling points is that they don't have freezers in any of their restaurants, so everything is fresh.

[Winsor_Pilates]

Saw them when I was in NY a few weeks back. Didn't try it, but my uncle who lives there said they are quite good.

[SteveToms]

Is it similar to Harvey's?

Harvey's suck. And I used to like it.

[SteveToms]

As for the location, I suspect Cross Iron Mills Mall.

[RW99]

Ooo can't wait! I love me some new burgers. I have to go to Banff now for a good burger ;)

[dionfan]

Yeah, one of their selling points is that they don't have freezers in any of their restaurants, so everything is fresh.

I think this can be somewhat exaggerated. Wendy's makes this claim as well. I know a guy who used to work there, and he said they don't freeze stuff, they just keep it very, very cold so the temperature in their fridge does not actually get below 0 degrees, but it stays around something like 2-5 degrees.

[doozwimp]

Was there about a week ago when i was in Montana. Very pleasant dinning experience indeed.

[3 Justin 3]

Harvey's suck. And I used to like it.

Harveys is awesome. Out of every fast food burger joint franchise in Calgary, Harveys is the best.

[Delgar]

I think this can be somewhat exaggerated. Wendy's makes this claim as well. I know a guy who used to work there, and he said they don't freeze stuff, they just keep it very, very cold so the temperature in their fridge does not actually get below 0 degrees, but it stays around something like 2-5 degrees.

"Normal" freezer temp is -17 degrees Celsius, so that's true. The meat is very cold at 2-5 degrees, but the moisture doesn't crystalize.

[Ducay]

I think this can be somewhat exaggerated. Wendy's makes this claim as well. I know a guy who used to work there, and he said they don't freeze stuff, they just keep it very, very cold so the temperature in their fridge does not actually get below 0 degrees, but it stays around something like 2-5 degrees.


The jerks at wendy's, how dare they refrigerate their meat! I demand it so fresh it does not need to be chilled.

[TurnedTheCorner]

Another forum I visit was recently debating about good fast food places, and Five Guys was the recipient of the following comments:

"Hell yeah. Five Guys is great. I just feel like I'm gonna die after I eat there."

"Five Guys has awesome burgers. A little more expensive than normal fast food, but yeah, I was impressed when I ate there."

"I find myself at Five Guys all the time. They give you so many ******* fries. You can get a small or large cup of fries, but it's best to just get the small cup because they just stuff the entire goddamn bag full anyway."

"Five Guys started out in the DC metro area, and they're expanding pretty rapidly. Always go for the small fries since they are about 2 orders of large fries from the major burger joints. Plus, they are thick fries, not the crappy shoestring ******** fries that McDonald's serve and I usually go for the Cajun seasonings too.

For their burgers, I also go for just the small cheeseburger and load up on toppings (there's a selection of about 20 to choose from) and/or I'll get a grilled cheese and add grilled onions/mushrooms, tomato, and BBQ sauce. Best part of the grilled cheese is that it's made with a burger bun that has been turned inside out."

So there's some info from people of questionable character who have frequented a Five Guys.

[gargamel]

The burgers are a little overpriced, but everything there is delicious. The first time I ever ate there was at the airport in DC, and I'd heard such good things that I had to try it even though it was 7 am. The burger with a fried egg and hot sauce on it was one of the best and worst breakfasts I've ever had. Thankfully, I've never seen any other Five Guys open before lunch time, because I'm not sure that I could stop myself from trying that again.

[Rifleman]

Ooo can't wait! I love me some new burgers. I have to go to Banff now for a good burger ;)

Please explain.

[RW99]

Please explain.

Barpa Bill's. It's on a side street, Bear, so not much tourist traffic. Great homemade fries and I swear they put crack seasoning in the burgers.

[Shazam]

The jerks at wendy's, how dare they refrigerate their meat! I demand it so fresh it does not need to be chilled.I demand that they keep cows in the back, ready for slaughter and ground into delicious patties.

[CrusaderPi]

I demand that they keep cows in the back, ready for slaughter and ground into delicious patties.
Its pretty simple actually. Wendy's cows are genetically modified for easy moving and storage. Hence the square patty. Like this, but in living cow form.
http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j222/crusaderpi/square-watermelon.gif

[Wookie]

Barpa Bill's. It's on a side street, Bear, so not much tourist traffic. Great homemade fries and I swear they put crack seasoning in the burgers.

Last time I ate there I was vomiting within 6 hours. 24 hours of absolute death. Ugh, I think I'd Molotov cocktail the place if I was within visual distance.

[Barnes]

This thread made me go to Fat Burger for lunch.

[RW99]

Last time I ate there I was vomiting within 6 hours. 24 hours of absolute death. Ugh, I think I'd Molotov cocktail the place if I was within visual distance.

Well that sucks :( I ate there for 3 years without a problem when I lived there. Though I must admit, they do handle money and then your food....

Now across the street there's the Cake Company. I got sick twice there before I stopped going.

[Resolute 14]

This thread made me go to Fat Burger for lunch.

Damn is that ever an excellent suggestion for tomorrow.

I like Tommy Burger too, but I really dont need my burger joint to feel like a fancy restaraunt.

[GreatWhiteEbola]

This thread made me go to Fat Burger for lunch.


I have never seen so many morbidly obese people in one place...

[HockeyLuvr]

My wife talked to the Five Guys guys at the parade - they're open next month.

My father-in-law is a burger afficiando (sp?) and raves about Five Guys.

Going to DC next week and we'll be trying the US version.

[Bobblehead]

I tried Fat Burger a couple weeks ago (the one on 32nd). The food was OK but not good enough to justify the price.

[Shazam]

Hmm, there's nothing on the menu that I could eat without giving myself a heart attack.

[krazycanuck]

the tags from this are clearly talking about cheeburger cheeburger. I tried to eat the Pounder once at Sawgrass mills mall by the Florida Panthers arena...I've never felt more gross in my life.

[Neeper]

I'm hungry now.

[DrJ]

Fat Burger is a huge waste of cash.

5 Guys has great burgers and fries - nothing is ever frozen and everything is super fresh. Plus you get all you can eat peanuts for free! Prices are reasonable. I've only ever tried it in the States but can't wait for them to come here.

OT but Peter's Drive In quality has REALLY diminished since it was sold. I used to go every couple of weeks and after every Flames game back in the day...Burgers are not the same tasting (still good, though) but the new fry boxes suck! Sorry for the rant...5 guys burger and fries is great!

[Table 5]

Saw them when I was in NY a few weeks back. Didn't try it, but my uncle who lives there said they are quite good.

Ha, no idea they had them here. I guess i'll have to find and try.

[BurgerGuy]

Hey guys a buddy of mine told me about this site and some of the chat about Five Guys Burgers coming to Calgary. We are dealing on 3 locations in calgary and hope to have the first location open in about 6 weeks. There will be another 4 locations in Van, lower mainland open in the next 90 days. I will keep posting to let people know where thing are at. Hope to see you all there for a great Burger.

[malcolmk14]

^ Can you tell us where the location is that's opening in 6 weeks? I'm in an intense debate with some friends about where we think it'll go.

[flameswin]

^ Can you tell us where the location is that's opening in 6 weeks? I'm in an intense debate with some friends about where we think it'll go.


I hope one location will be in the south.

[FlamesKickAss]

Yes like say 130th ave

[onetwo_threefour]

Hey guys a buddy of mine told me about this site and some of the chat about Five Guys Burgers coming to Calgary. We are dealing on 3 locations in calgary and hope to have the first location open in about 6 weeks. There will be another 4 locations in Van, lower mainland open in the next 90 days. I will keep posting to let people know where thing are at. Hope to see you all there for a great Burger.

Yay! Corporate shills on CP!

J/K Sounds like it might be worth a try. How does pricing compare with Fat Burger. Personally, $35 at a burger joint is a little steep IMO for two adults and 2 kids unless it's tthe best burger ever. I think Fat Burger is priced about a buck or a buck and a half too high per combo for the quality of the food. (but they do have wicked lemonade)

[1h8vcr]

Hey guys a buddy of mine told me about this site and some of the chat about Five Guys Burgers coming to Calgary. We are dealing on 3 locations in calgary and hope to have the first location open in about 6 weeks. There will be another 4 locations in Van, lower mainland open in the next 90 days. I will keep posting to let people know where thing are at. Hope to see you all there for a great Burger.

Why the big secret on the location?

[MRCboicgy]

There will be another 4 locations in Van, lower mainland open in the next 90 days.

Make sure to open somewhere along the Parade Route over there.

[Nehkara]

Are these guys open yet? I thought they were supposed to be.

[Bobblehead]

Are these guys open yet? I thought they were supposed to be.

The guy above said about 6 weeks from his post which was July 14, so still 3 weeks to wait.

[malcolmk14]

Not to mention none of us even know where it is yet.

[jammies]

Are these guys open yet? I thought they were supposed to be.

Yah I haven't heard anything since this thread died, and I have a hankerin' for trying them out. The all-seeing, all-knowing CP has not failed me yet, so anyone who sees these Five so-called "Guys" and their magic burgers needs to shout out right away.

[jammies]

The guy above said about 6 weeks from his post which was July 14, so still 3 weeks to wait.

So what you're saying is running down to my car and updating this thread on my Blackberry isn't going to get me lunch?

[Bobblehead]

So what you're saying is running down to my car and updating this thread on my Blackberry isn't going to get me lunch?

I guess that depends upon how fast you can run.

[jammies]

So, by a process which I like to call "math" - a process that I sadly neglected to employ earlier in this thread, as was pointed out to me - I deduce that this place must be opening around Labour Day, and so I would think that the actual physical premises must be nearly ready. So has anyone seen the place yet, or know where it is located?

I'm thinking I might go to the grand opening and try to be the first guy to be sold a Five Guys burger in the city. I'm pretty sure the chicks'll be all over me like stink on an Oilers fan after that - what girl WOULD'NT want to be with a ground-breaking gourmet of that caliber?

[krazycanuck]

Damn it...I want to try these magical burgers. No one knows of the location or an opening date yet?

[COGENT]

Speaking of Burgers... have you guys tried The Burger Co. in Cross Iron Mills yet? It's NY Fries does burger. I give two huge thumbs up!!! Harveys style where you pick your toppings but they have a variety of excellent sauces.

[Wookie]

A few of my buddies are opening a burger restaurant (going to be delicious) downtown.

LoungeBurger

As seen on the Macleod Trail side of the pedestrian level of OPUS's Stampede Station building at 1331 Macleod Trail SE (directly East of the Nuera development and in the same building as ATB): COMING SOON - loungeburger.

The concept will be "a gourmet "build your own" burger restaurant/lounge" and will also have "appys, sliders, desserts and some select entrees".
They currently plan on opening in mid-September.

Should be good place before flames games.

[The Goon]

A few of my buddies are opening a burger restaurant (going to be delicious) downtown.

LoungeBurger

As seen on the Macleod Trail side of the pedestrian level of OPUS's Stampede Station building at 1331 Macleod Trail SE (directly East of the Nuera development and in the same building as ATB): COMING SOON - loungeburger.

The concept will be "a gourmet "build your own" burger restaurant/lounge" and will also have "appys, sliders, desserts and some select entrees".
They currently plan on opening in mid-September.

Should be good place before flames games.

I work across the street from this place and it has been "Coming Soon" for months now. Mid-September was three days ago. Any updated opening date?

[4X4]

Mid September. So... Three days ago?

[Wookie]

Mid September. So... Three days ago?

That was a cut and past job. Owner said "next friday" had a tour of the place today - next friday seemed optimistic, I'd guess early October. Looks really nice though.

[The Goon]

That was a cut and past job. Owner said "next friday" had a tour of the place today - next friday seemed optimistic, I'd guess early October. Looks really nice though.

Everyone in my office is ready to break the doors down so we can't wait!

[DrJ]

That was a cut and past job. Owner said "next friday" had a tour of the place today - next friday seemed optimistic, I'd guess early October. Looks really nice though.

Can you confirm the location!?

[Wookie]

Everyone in my office is ready to break the doors down so we can't wait!

Haha, are you in the building?

Can you confirm the location!?

No for 5 Guys burger and fries or whatever it's called if that's what you're asking. If you're asking about lounge burger it's in stampede station!

[Russic]

A few of my buddies are opening a burger restaurant (going to be delicious) downtown.

LoungeBurger

As seen on the Macleod Trail side of the pedestrian level of OPUS's Stampede Station building at 1331 Macleod Trail SE (directly East of the Nuera development and in the same building as ATB): COMING SOON - loungeburger.

The concept will be "a gourmet "build your own" burger restaurant/lounge" and will also have "appys, sliders, desserts and some select entrees".
They currently plan on opening in mid-September.

Should be good place before flames games.

I've been NEEDING a place to eat before Flames games and I've been staring at that "coming soon" sign for too many months. Excited to give it a try.

[The Goon]

Haha, are you in the building?



Across the road in the M-Tech building. We initially thought LoungeBurger would be open for Stampede. Also, they need a website!

[Wookie]

Across the road in the M-Tech building. We initially thought LoungeBurger would be open for Stampede. Also, they need a website!

They were supposed to be, I think building permit stuff got in the way etc.

Website will be forthcoming as they have email addresses haha.

[jammies]

Still nothing from my spies on the 5 Guys locale. I think it was all a hoax. I have enough hate now for 500 Guys, never mind 5.

It's like they took my burgerlicious dream - a wholesome, wonderful thing - and they twisted it into a 30 second radio jingle for flavoured condoms voiced over by Gary Glitter. All that's left are the sad paper wrappings; covered not with ketchup and mustard, but some unidentifiable sauce left by a diaper-wearing pervert.

I think this is even worse than when my dad admitted he was Santa Claus. It took me a while, but when I realized that therefore my mother was an adultress, and I was no doubt a b@stard - I cried and cried. Knowing that they'd probably offed Mrs. Claus and left her rotting body for the scavenging polar bears - even more devastating.

Some Christmas that was. Yet this is more than just Christmas being ruined:

This.. Is.. LUNCH!

[ShaolinFlame]

FIVE GUYS

Five Guys Burgers and Fries are coming to Canada.

We are looking for store managers, assistant managers, and store employees.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a new franchise that is different and fun.

Hiring immediately are all management positions. We are looking for entrepreneurial minded

people that are willing to build a unique store culture and be part of their community.

http://calgary.en.craigslist.ca/fbh/1385660597.html

[jtfrogger]

Companies actually recruit through Craigslist? Woah, I'm not sure if I want to eat there now.

[mykalberta]

Quit updating this damn thread until they open. You guys keep getting my hopes up then ruining them.

[mots]

just walked by the burger lounge yesterday. Still doing work on it, but looks pretty close to opening.

[Wookie]

just walked by the burger lounge yesterday. Still doing work on it, but looks pretty close to opening.

Soft opening tonight. Although it's invite only, I think grand opening next week.

[PIMking]

We have one of those down here in tuscaloosa alabama. I got the chance to eat that heaven on a bun. That place is F'n Great. there is no way to describe how good it is.

I know my french fries were from washington!

Man that was good now I need to head down the street.

[krazycanuck]

Is this place open yet? If not Five guys are gigantic cack teases.

I'm going to Calgary for Grey Cup and I want to taste the delicious burgers and fries!

[ricosuave]

loungeburger is open
http://www.loungeburger.com/

not sure about 5 guys...

[large1cream]

OPENS Sunday, January 8th 2010 in Medicine Hat!!! WHY they chose Medicine Hat to break into Canada I don't know but we're excited!!:w00t:

[MRCboicgy]

It'd be just as easy (and probably more enjoyable) to drive to Kalispell :p

[tvp2003]

Too bad. I went here a few months ago in the States -- the burger was okay (double meat, but still pretty pricey) and the fries were awesome (potatoes were from Idaho!).

[Art Vandelay]

They are building a 5 Guys in Airdrie. Its going to be on the west side near the Co-op, Mr Mikes etc in Sierra Springs. I saw the sign for it yesterday. Not sure when its going to be completed but it looks like the construction is just starting to get underway.

[Resolute 14]

lol, invading Canada one small city at a time.

[CaramonLS]

So is the one in Medicine Hat any good? I'm heading out there in a couple weeks.

[Top_Prospect]

That's pretty crazy for a franchise agreement.

McDonalds isn't even as "strict"

My cousin is in McDonald training right now (Approved for 2+) and the fee for one isn't far off of this chain 9Depending on size as well).

[I-Hate-Hulse]

I was at the one in Medicine Hat last week. It's in the new "power center" (gag) development out by the new superstore and WalMart.

You go in and it's a stark white/red ceramic tiled place that screams burger joint. Kind of reminded me of a McD's from the 80's. Definately not like a new Moxies / Earls lounge type of place. They have baskets of peanuts available and you can toss shells onto the tiled floor.

The best thing about these guys is easily the fries. They used peanut oil and the cajun fries are seasoned heavily. Crispy, fresh, and the "regular" sized is pretty much an entire brown lunch bag full of them. Wickedly awesome. The "5 guys fries" is just salted fries... there is not special seasoning of them or anything.

Burger is.....OK. I suppose if you like your burgers fried on a flattop (like McD's used to do) you might like it more that I did. I'm a flame broiled kind of guy and would take a Harvey's burger any day of the week. Portions were ridiculous as you might expect. A great thing is the topping options - sauteed mushrooms and onions were among the many choices.

It's not super cheap. 2 burgers, and 2 fries, 1 drink came to about $20. All ingredients are fresh - there are no freezers on site. Patties and fries are all made from scratch. Kudos to them for that - and you can taste the difference.

Since I was on my way to Saskatoon, a perfect comparison was Fuddruckers. Burgers were about the same IMHO, 5Boys get the nod for the superior fries (didn't have Fuddruckers' nacho cheese though!)

One thing's for sure, if this is what some Americans are eating on a weekly / daily basis, I can see why there's a national obesity epidemic. You roll out of the joint stuffed.

According to my receipt, whoever's the franchisee...lives at Heritage Pointe in DeWinton.

[J-bo09]

For those of us with peanut allergies..kinda sucks that a place selling such good sounding burgers is now off limits

[PIMking]

One thing's for sure, if this is what some Americans are eating on a weekly / daily basis, I can see why there's a national obesity epidemic. You roll out of the joint stuffed.

According to my receipt, whoever's the franchisee...lives at Heritage Pointe in DeWinton.

I would eat at this place every day if I knew that I wouldn't blow of the seams and die in a month. The place is good.

[Southside]

Reviving an old topic based on news. Does anyone know the location? After over one year of teasing, it sounds like things are coming together.

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-jobs-bar-food-hospitality-FIVE-GUYS-BURGERS-and-FRIES-IS-NOW-HIRING-MANAGEMENT-POSITIONS-W0QQAdIdZ219818288

[BlackArcher101]

Looks like deerfoot meadows for store #1.

http://www.fiveguys.com/locations.aspx?fAddress=calgary

And Lethbridge soon too.

[jammies]

Is it too early to camp outside and peer through the windows?

[BlackArcher101]

Is it too early to camp outside and peer through the windows?

I was thinking it was too late?

[jammies]

I was thinking it was too late?

It says "opening soon" on the website. "Soon" could mean tomorrow, or 2011 for all we know. I should go do a recon of the area to see what's up.

[lansing pete mcroon]

I wonder who will win, fatburger or this one.

[DrJ]

I wonder who will win, fatburger or this one.

My one and only Fatburger experience was horrible. I paid a crap load for a dry burger that was average at best. :confused: Not impressed.

Not once have I had a bad 5 Guys Burger and Fries experience. When I'm in the States, I make a point of going to one of their locations and I know I will making excuses to get to the Calgary location.

[albertGQ]

They're trainig their staff this weekend and will be doing a "soft" opening mid next week.

[MRCboicgy]

So, looks like it will be next to the Super Walmart?

[Circa89]

It should be open Mid Month or sooner. Lethbridge Shortly after.

more locations to come in the next year .

[Hemi-Cuda]

it'll have to be a mighty good burger to top Rocky's Burger Bus. and even then i doubt they can match the bang for the buck that Rocky has

[Pinner]

It's amazing how much money they want for franchises.

I remember thinking the Tim Horton's in Huntington was a bad investment, that was about 28 yr's ago. :bag:

[bradster57]

Finally this thread is bumped for the right reasons! We're getting one!

[Sliver]

it'll have to be a mighty good burger to top Rocky's Burger Bus. and even then i doubt they can match the bang for the buck that Rocky has

I had a meal at Five Guys this summer in Montana. Both the burger and fries are better than average, but Rocky's is probably a little better.

Five Guys is waaaaay better than Fat Burger since Fat Burger's burgers are awful.

[nickerjones]

I also have good news.... We are getting here in Moore, Oklahoma like 3 minutes from my house! WOOT WOOT!

[Shazam]

There's supposed to be one in Chinook Centre soon too.

[mykalberta]

Sweet, I was fearing it would be near the Ikea. This is great news. Not quite close enough to walk to but this is excellent. I really hope they are better than Peters.

Boogies is a good alternative but their yam fries are terrible and their burgers are very messy.

[return to the red]

Just texted a a buddy who's the manager here in Lethbridge. Looks like construction delays have set the opening in Lethbridge back until at least Nov. 30th.

If anybody in Lethbridge is wondering, it will be located by the southside walmart closer to where East Side Mario's is/was.

[Table 5]

Both the burger and fries are better than average, but Rocky's is probably a little better.

They are pretty similar indeed, and yeah, I would give Rocky's the edge....if only for the ambiance of eating out of a bus on a picnic table in the middle of an industrial park. It's a good time.

[speede5]

For those of us with peanut allergies..kinda sucks that a place selling such good sounding burgers is now off limitsI'll never be able to take my son there. I noticed some time ago that Montana's and East Side Mario's quit having peanut bins. Too bad it's such a leathal allergy. I love Fuddruckers, hate McD, BK, DQ. Need more good burger joints.

[Ramsayfarian]

Sweet, I was fearing it would be near the Ikea. This is great news. Not quite close enough to walk to but this is excellent. I really hope they are better than Peters.

Boogies is a good alternative but their yam fries are terrible and their burgers are very messy.

It shouldn't be too tough for them to be beter than Peter's or Boogies. Both of those places have gone downhill in the last 5 years or so.

[MRCboicgy]

Still hiring

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-jobs-bar-food-hospitality-FIVE-GUYS-BURGERS-and-FRIES-JOB-FAIR-WITH-OPEN-INTERVIEWS-W0QQAdIdZ240269664
FIVE GUYS BURGERS and FRIES are now hiring Enthusiastic, Full and Part time crew members for our new store location in the Deerfoot Meadows Shopping Center in South Calgary! We are hiring for all positions. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

FIVE GUYS offer competitive wages, paid training, uniforms and an aggressive WEEKLY BONUS PROGRAM FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. We offer plenty of opportunity for growth into Management as we are rapidly expanding throughout Calgary and the Alberta areas.

If you think you have the qualifications and skills needed then please email your resume to fiveguysalberta@gmail.com and come down to our JOB FAIR where we will be conducting open interviews THURSDAY AND FRIDAY NOVEMBER 4 & 5, 2010 FROM 5PM TILL 8PM.

We will also be having an ALL DAY JOB FAIR ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 6TH FROM 11AM-6PM. Interviews will be conducted at our DEERFOOT MEADOWS STORE located at 33 Heritage Meadows Way SE #222. We are located in between the Sony Style Store and Petland.
Please come down anytime during these hours for an interview. Please bring a current resume and references. See you soon!!!

[getbak]

DEERFOOT MEADOWS STORE located at 33 Heritage Meadows Way SE #222. We are located in between the Sony Style Store and Petland.
I was down in Deerfoot Meadows last night and did a drive by of the store. That's exactly where it is. It's in the same building as the Sony Store and EB Games and the Petland store is right beside it. It's in the northeast corner of the Deerfoot Meadows complex and not really close to the other restaurants in the mall. Fatburger is probably the closest other food location.

It looks like there's still a lot of work to be done inside. I'm a horrible judge of how long things like that take, but I'd be very surprised if it isn't at least a couple of weeks before it's ready to go.

[Shazam]

And they can get fresh meat from Petland!

[getbak]

And they can get fresh meat from Petland!
They're also really close to Deerfoot, so I'm sure they'll get some nice fresh venison and hasenpfeffer every once in a while too.

[Shazam]

http://theshadowcongress.com/sc_files/pics/hasenpfeffer.jpg

[North East Goon]

Do they serve Chicken and Waffles?

[MRCboicgy]

So, any semi-official word on an opening date?

This weekend would be ideal, I need my meat fix :D.

[red sky]

So, any semi-official word on an opening date?

This weekend would be ideal, I need my meat fix :D.

That's what he said

[valo403]

Went to Five Guys here in NYC for the frst time yesterday, and while it's good it wasn't anything all that special. It's a fast food burger, and while better than what you get at other fast food places it's still a fast food burger. I'm not sure what the prices will be in Calgary, but for another $5 here I could have picked up a big juicy burger with irish bacon and sauteed onions at the pub around the corner (with a free drink on sundays!!). I do highly recommend that you get the jalapenos if you like a little spice, they're fresh not pickled and add a nice bite to the burger.

[Circa89]

So, any semi-official word on an opening date?

This weekend would be ideal, I need my meat fix :D.



I was in earlier this week and they said most likely next Wednesday.

[Derek Sutton]

to get your grub on, ate at the one in Med hat and in Kalispell MT. $13.79 for cheese burger, fries lrg coke. They give you way too many fries; they fill the container and then dump a pile into your bag so share an order with your date and that's just the regular size. All the burgers are doubles, unless you get the baby? its a single. The burgers are the best fast food around I think it in the cheese.

[Neeper]

I heard it's open now, and I am seriously contemplating driving down there to try it.

[REDVAN]

If it's open, I know what I am doing for lunch.

I also might go to Holy Smoke, since it's been a week. That place is to die for.

[DrJ]

to get your grub on, ate at the one in Med hat and in Kalispell MT. $13.79 for cheese burger, fries lrg coke. They give you way too many fries; they fill the container and then dump a pile into your bag so share an order with your date and that's just the regular size. All the burgers are doubles, unless you get the baby? its a single. The burgers are the best fast food around I think it in the cheese.

What!? Lol.

I can't wait to go. My stomach is churning in anticipation.

[getbak]

Stupid winter roads. I like me a good burger, but I don't think I'll risk my life to go get one.

If anyone does swing by there, please confirm that they're open, and post a review.

[Bob]

Hmm... I'm going to be in Medicine Hat next week. Maybe I'll check this place out.

[InSutterWeTrust]

Which location is this? Deerfoot Meadows or Airdrie?

[Circa89]

I had me a burger there today ( Deerfoot Meadows) It's Open!!!

Similar Prices to Fat Burger (i.e. Expensive )
Great Burger.

I think Lethbridge Is opening early next week? Then Airdrie in a month or so.


ps I was at Holy Smoke Yesterday again but tried the Hot Link. Has anyone ever had one of these? Best Smokie in town!

[Komskies]

I went to the Deerfoot Meadows one today.

You can get a double or single burger, with any combo of bacon and cheese (as mentioned the cheese is great, I highly recommend it.) The bun taste fresh-baked, and soaked up all the nice juices.

You get the rest of your toppings Subway style, but it's all done at the till when you order. Thats also when they fire a fresh burger on the grill up.


From what I remember you can choose from:
ketchup
mustard
mayo
relish
lettuce
tomato
onion
jalapeno (fresh, not pickled)
grilled onion
grilled mushrooms
bbq sauce
A1 sauce
hot sauce
For fries you can get regular or cajun flavour. I had the cajun ones, which were really good. NY Fries quality. I think they cut all the potatoes fresh so that helps alot.

You order your burger, fries, and drink separately - no combos. The fountain pop wasn't carbonating properly so I got Fruitopia.

Overall the food was a really delicious, and I would recommend going at least once to try. Maybe stick to the single if you go at lunch, I had a double and it's pretty filling.

A bit pricey, but the quality was there. They also have tubs of peanuts that you can eat at your table if you want - a nice touch. Lots of seating too.

4.5/5 stars

[jammies]

I like me a good burger, but I don't think I'll risk my life to go get one.

Dilettante.

[WilsonFourTwo]

ps I was at Holy Smoke Yesterday again but tried the Hot Link. Has anyone ever had one of these? Best Smokie in town!

There's more than one place to buy a smokie? Wowzers, I need to get out more.

[Neeper]

I ended up going to South St. Burger after hearing Boomer on the 960 raving about it. I live close to Cross Iron. It was good, but reminded me of an expensive Harvey's. Can't wait to try 5 guys. (ok that sounds gay) (not that there's anything wrong with that).

[Hemi-Cuda]

I ended up going to South St. Burger after hearing Boomer on the 960 raving about it. I live close to Cross Iron. It was good, but reminded me of an expensive Harvey's. Can't wait to try 5 guys. (ok that sounds gay) (not that there's anything wrong with that).

i was just there today and was wondering why the Fan 960 guys were broadcasting from there (Rob Kerr was, and another guy i didn't recognize). not a bad burger joint, but i still prefer the burger bus

[Coys1882]

Me and three guys from work hit this place today and it crazy busy. I saved a table while the lads ordered or we would have been standing.

Anyway - the burger was fantastic and fries were as good as the ones you get at NY Fries.

All four of us thought it was around an 8.5/10

[Sliver]

I had a buger at 5 guys on Wednesday and it was way too sloppy. Don't get it with everything on it or it's a giant mess. Next time I'll just keep it simple. Those fries are friggin awesome though.

[Coys1882]

I had a buger at 5 guys on Wednesday and it was way too sloppy. Don't get it with everything on it or it's a giant mess. Next time I'll just keep it simple. Those fries are friggin awesome though.:eek: burgers can't be too messy!!

[Hemi-Cuda]

:eek: burgers can't be too messy!!

tell that to Boogie Burgers, i could barely finish that slop that they tried to pass off as a hamburger. if you want messy beef on a bun, do sloppy joes. burgers need to have some form to them

[3 Justin 3]

I am here right now waiting, so excited! A tad pricey but I am expecting good things for $8.50.

Edit: Ok, so now that I am eating it. wowza, I got the bacon cheeseburger, and for $8.50 I'd say it is a pretty good deal. I didn't realize it was a double, and the cheese is excellent (and there is tons of it I might add). The bacon actually tastes fresh unlike a fast food joint.

As for the fries, better than NYF. First of all, for $3.50 you get A LOT of fries, I mean a lot. You get the box of fries, plus the guy dumps another box into the bag for good measure.

For $12, I'd say it is a good deal and worth the extra $3 than what you'd pay at say Wendy's for a baconator combo.

[JiriHrdina]

Finally got down there today - great burger. Everything was so fresh - from the bun to the pickles. They don't have a freezer at all in the joint - so you know it is fresh.

Good value and a great burger.

[Reaper]

Had it today for the second time. I now have a new favourite restaurant hamburger. Everything is great; the fries, the handmade burger patties, the fact that after your order is filled in the bag they top off the bag with two cups of wharever fries that are inside the bag.

[PIMking]

It's good, but Jonny Rockets has surpassed Five guys for me now.

[SportsJunky]

I got to 5 Guys earlier this week and it was very good. The bacon cheeseburger is tasty and filling. The fries are fresh and plentiful. I'm pretty sure it is my new favourite hamburger in the city. Very busy at the lunch hour so go before noon or after 1 if possible.

[Misterpants]

Went Friday night and I was pretty impressed. Made the rookie mistake of getting too much stuff on the burger. Made for a pretty big mess. Next time I'll reign in those toppings, eliminate the tomatoe and go for simple elegance in my burger. Fries are awesome too. 5 Guys delivers way more value for an expensive fast food burger than cruddy Fat Burger. It kinda fills the niche that Fuddrucker's had. If only they had pump cheese sauce...

[ken0042]

Don't get it with everything on it or it's a giant mess. Next time I'll just keep it simple.

Had my first one this week; however next time I will just eat it like a donair instead of getting less on it.

[mykalberta]

Anyone know when they are opening one closer to downtown - the Meadows and Crowfoot are a smidge far to drive for a burger and fries.

[REDVAN]

Just went by there. Next time will get a single patty. Regular fries filled the whole brown bag!

Was very tasty, hit the spot, but was way too much food. Feel like I could have ate half what I did and still been over stuffed.

[3 Justin 3]

Anyone know when they are opening one closer to downtown - the Meadows and Crowfoot are a smidge far to drive for a burger and fries.

There's one in Crowfoot too? Please go on...

That would be way closer that driving to Deerfoot Meadows.

[RW99]

The first time I went was on a Saturday mid afternoon. Waited for 20 minutes to get my food. Then you are all scrunched together, very loud.

I went all the way with my burger, which as you might expect, got a little messy. So I didn't get a chance to taste much of the meat.

Lots of fries, almost a waste to even order them. Very fresh, but there were too many overcooked ones in there. I like fresh fries lightly cooked, fast food ones should be the only ones cooked that much.

Overall, wasn't that excited about it. I ended up going again yesterday so it wouldn't be busy, and I only got lettuce, tomato and mayo. I still had a hard time tasting the burger though.

Better price and better tasting fries than Fat Burger, but they tie on the burgers and Fat Burger wins on atmosphere.

[3 Justin 3]

You people make me sick. Who puts veggies on a burger you pansies.

Should be 2 patties, bacon, and cheese and bbq sauce and hot sauce. Eat like a man, not a teen aged girl.

[Komskies]

I'll have some bacon on my bacon please. Widdlyscuds.

[DownInFlames]

You people make me sick. Who puts veggies on a burger you pansies.

Should be 2 patties, bacon, and cheese and bbq sauce and hot sauce. Eat like a man, not a teen aged girl.

I love the crunch of crisp lettuce, tomato and pickles on a burger. I went today and loved it, but could only finish half the fries. I'll definitely be back.

http://www.dialingmusic.com/storage/five%20guys%202%20of%201.jpg

[MRCboicgy]

I had lettuce, tomato, grilled onions and A1
Amazing
Cajun fries were pure love (so much seasoning)

Loved the free nuts while I waited.

[MrMastodonFarm]

Loved the free nuts
hehehe.

Anywho, I'll hopefully be checking this place out on the weekend.

[CrusaderPi]

When a chain moves into a suburb of a distant "B" metropolitan area the chain is about to start a slow painful death.

That being said, a franchise is opening up in Sherwood Park Alberta soon! Walking distance (lol) from me! Get the good burgers quick, because it's all going downhill very very soon.

[photon]

Keep the toppings combinations ideas coming!

[woob]

Went there tonight. Burger was awesome but super messy. Had the regular bacon cheeseburger. I think they need a more substantial bun to hold that thing together, but then again, I'm not sure any bun would keep that burger all in one piece.

The fries were absolutely ridiculous for portion size. Good fries, way too much. Not sure what their goal is with the excessive fries but the waste they must create by giving people that many fries is probably insane.

All that being said, I recommend it :D

[photon]

Do other Five Guys places give that many fries? Maybe they're just being overly generous for the first while to generate good will and positive word of mouth?

Or maybe potatoes are just cheap. :D

[jkstuart12]

Do other Five Guys places give that many fries? Maybe they're just being overly generous for the first while to generate good will and positive word of mouth?

Or maybe potatoes are just cheap. :D

Yeah I was at 5 guys in Pocatello Idaho this summer and they had a massive amount of fries as well. I saw them scoop up the fries in the container, dump them in the bag, then fill up the container again and put that in the bag. So really you're getting 2 orders in 1!

[Ducay]

An extra potato costs a few extra cents and ensures that: a) you wont go home hungry, and b) you'll talk about it on the internet

[FlamingLonghorn]

Do other Five Guys places give that many fries? Maybe they're just being overly generous for the first while to generate good will and positive word of mouth?

Or maybe potatoes are just cheap. :D

5 Guys in Austin also gives tons of fries.

[CKPThunder]

Went there last weekend and the lineup was quite long. Standing their with my receipt that had #87 on it while hearing the guy yell out "Number 62!", gave me flashbacks of trying to register my car back when the only place to do it was down in Bowness.

Burgers were great, just need to remember to keep the sauces down to a minimum. The fries were great and ya they give you a lot but remember you are paying for it. At $4.25, I'd be pretty pissed if all I got was that small container they put the fries in. By dumping a bunch of fries into the bag, it gives the perception of getting something for free when in reality we've already paid for the majority of the excess.

[BigBrodieFan]

We have a few 'Five Guys' in the Kansas City suburbs, one just opened near my house. The food is *very* greasy and the burgers are a lot like Culver's. Some of my friends rave about it but it's just okay if you ask me. There are better places to eat a good 'specialty' or 'gourmet' burger, like BRGR or 'Burgers and Bottles.'

[J epworth kendal]

When a chain moves into a suburb of a distant "B" metropolitan area the chain is about to start a slow painful death.

That being said, a franchise is opening up in Sherwood Park Alberta soon! Walking distance (lol) from me! Get the good burgers quick, because it's all going downhill very very soon.

I don't get what you're trying to say here, is the "B" metropolitan area Sherwood Park, or Calgary? Because Sherwood Park makes sense for that analogy, but I think both locations are actually really good locations, Calgary's is great at least I think because so many people take the Deerfoot and can just jump off it on the way home, easy access for thousands of people. It's like how they put the one in Vancouver in North Van, just off of the Lions gate bridge, tons of traffic will drive right past it everyday.

[mykalberta]

When a chain moves into a suburb of a distant "B" metropolitan area the chain is about to start a slow painful death.

That being said, a franchise is opening up in Sherwood Park Alberta soon! Walking distance (lol) from me! Get the good burgers quick, because it's all going downhill very very soon.

So I guess I should divest from Costco since they opened in Okotoks. If Sherwood park is a "B" location what is Okotoks..."D"?

[troutman]

Loved the free nuts while I waited.

http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTqi8M16KJIvnjNazGe4nhYBO0R1AntJ E4jAlC_zrA8z-t6AWx0SgbugscJ

[macker]

So if they are giving out bags of fries what does that run you if a large fries is 1,464? And you can't just go and have the fries....:bag: Add a burger and you are up to 2,304 calories without having a loaded burger yet...still room for peanuts after all that. They do taste great and it is easy to see where they got the name Five Guys from:w00t:
http://www.livestrong.com/thedailyplate/nutrition-calories/food/five-guys/large-cajun-fries/

[DrJ]

So if they are giving out bags of fries what does that run you if a large fries is 1,464? And you can't just go and have the fries....:bag: Add a burger and you are up to 2,304 calories without having a loaded burger yet...still room for peanuts after all that. They do taste great and it is easy to see where they got the name Five Guys from:w00t:
http://www.livestrong.com/thedailyplate/nutrition-calories/food/five-guys/large-cajun-fries/

If you are on a diet or watching your calories, I think you should skip the 5 guys trip entirely!

[CrusaderPi]

No no. Edmonton is a B metropolitan are (so is Calgary, not the point). Sherwood Park is a suburb of the B area.

When a trendy chain restaurant makes it's way here, it's gotten too big to remain good.

[macker]

If you are on a diet or watching your calories, I think you should skip the 5 guys trip entirely!


Or just excercise....it says it would take you 253 minutes of aerobics to burn off the Fries. Get out the old Richard Simmons sweating to the oldies:bag:

[Acey]

just opened in south Leth, if the line isn't ridiculous ill hit it today.

[old-fart]

So I guess I should divest from Costco since they opened in Okotoks. If Sherwood park is a "B" location what is Okotoks..."D"?

Okotoks is God's Country, and where all the cool people live....

Had the bacon cheese burger on Tuesday for lunch with the wife. She had the cheese burger. We ate a bit early (around 11:20 or so), split a regular fries, and we didn't finish them all.

Pretty damn good burger I'd say.

[ricosuave]

Wifey and I went today...

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God damn, that was a fine meal. Worth every penny.

[Suzles]

Went today for our first experience - almost had to drag the hubby because there was small line up. Well he has been very grateful to me ever since and thought it was a great burger. I had the veggie and cheese sandwich and it was lip smackingly amazing. Good fries - big portions.

[AC]

I went a few months ago and was somehow skipped after placing my order. After they realized my order had been missed somehow I got a coupon for a free meal.

That being said, I don't think I'll be going back a third time simply because I found it too expensive.

[3 Justin 3]

I went a few months ago and was somehow skipped after placing my order. After they realized my order had been missed somehow I got a coupon for a free meal.

That being said, I don't think I'll be going back a third time simply because I found it too expensive.

For me, I'd rather pay $3 extra for a burger and fries for a damn good burger rather than a Baconator (which is my favorite fastfood burger), to me it was worth it. The Baconator combo is $9 compared to $12 at Five Guys (with no drink though). I totally understand what you mean though.

[Bob]

Went today for our first experience - almost had to drag the hubby because there was small line up. Well he has been very grateful to me ever since and thought it was a great burger. I had the veggie and cheese sandwich and it was lip smackingly amazing. Good fries - big portions.

I was there today and the lineup was crazy (it was during the 2nd period of the Flames game). Not a place to sit down anywhere and there were about 20 other orders ahead of mine. Very good burger though.

[Acey]

I went a week ago and it was the most food I had eaten in one sitting in well over a year, mostly because I've been on meds that limit my appetite. I was entirely sick by the end of it, but damn it was surprisingly good.

[billybob123]

I went on Thursday with my wife and kid - wife was rather unimpressed ("yeah, it was ok"), but my kid inhaled his burger and a good chunk of the fries. I liked the taste of the burger, and the choice of toppings is pretty great too.

I'll definitely go back. My kid will be happy at least!

[MRCboicgy]

For me, I'd rather pay $3 extra for a burger and fries for a damn good burger rather than a Baconator (which is my favorite fastfood burger), to me it was worth it. The Baconator combo is $9 compared to $12 at Five Guys (with no drink though). I totally understand what you mean though.

This is why I sneak in a bottle of Dr Pepper when I go (this will be harder in the summer), that and their burgers and fries are amazing with Dr Pepper, moreso than the Coke products they have.

[Codes]

This is why NA is so fat!

That picture looked amazing. I knew one opened in Lethbridge, but I subsequently forgot. I'm going to have to check this out in a couple of weeks. Currently on a diet as part of my training for a half marathon, but I usually lighten up for the weekends, and if I'm going to eat "bad" food, it might as well be as delicious as possible!

[CaramonLS]

Man oh man, that was a really tasty burger. I couldn't tell you the last time I had a burger that nice.

I ordered the Cajun fries and they were just meh - not a really big fan of soggy fries.

[Ducay]

I was entirely sick by the end of it, but damn it was surprisingly good.

And this my friends, is exactly why North Americans are so fat. Portion control FTL

[3 Justin 3]

Man oh man, that was a really tasty burger. I couldn't tell you the last time I had a burger that nice.

I ordered the Cajun fries and they were just meh - not a really big fan of soggy fries.

My last order was a big soggy, but for the most part they are crispy and fresh.

[burn_this_city]

We went to the deerfoot meadows location last night. Best burger I've had maybe ever. Messy as fata so its definitely not a burger to eat in your car. Had to be the plainest fast food joint, even chicken on the way has nicer decor.

[Misterpants]

We went to the deerfoot meadows location last night. Best burger I've had maybe ever. Messy as fata so its definitely not a burger to eat in your car. Had to be the plainest fast food joint, even chicken on the way has nicer decor.

Drunks slumped against the railing don't constitute "decor".

[burn_this_city]

Drunks slumped against the railing don't constitute "decor".

I kind of like the semi-racist pictures ect at chicken on the way.

[Misterpants]

I kind of like the semi-racist pictures ect at chicken on the way.

I honestly don't remember those. I think it may have something to do with the fact that when I go to C.o.t.W I can barely bring the menu into focus, let alone the pictures. Yes I am one of the drunks on the railing. What are the pics?

[burn_this_city]

Their old logo was kind of racist, you'd have to see the pics to know what I mean.

[Misterpants]

Their old logo was kind of racist, you'd have to see the pics to know what I mean.


Ah yes. I vaguely remember it.

[Yeah_Baby]

(insert Chicken on the Way basement joke here)

[chalms04]

Finally got a chance to try Five Guys for lunch.

Lineup at Airdrie was decent for 12:30, plenty of seating. Couldn't decide on toppings, so I just went with a little bacon cheese w/ "everything" less tomato, small fries, and a drink. Will definitely be going back to try the cajun fries, and get more adventurous with the toppings.

[Cecil Terwilliger]

BUMP

What are the hours for the Calgary location? I googled it but couldn't find anything. My coworkers are talking about it and I'll be in that area of the city tomorrow.

[CrusaderPi]

Open late. 8 or 9.

[Yasa]

Tried it not too long ago. It was good, but I wasn't blown away. I still prefer Rocky's Burger Bus.

[Nammer403]

BUMP

What are the hours for the Calgary location? I googled it but couldn't find anything. My coworkers are talking about it and I'll be in that area of the city tomorrow.


i was just there today for lunch and i remember the sign said 11-9 mon-fri

[rj*]

Ventured in to Five Guys in Deerfoot Meadows last week- about 25 minutes to get my food (most of which was in line- the staff did a great job of getting things done quickly). Definitely a good burger!!

[Tyler]

Ventured in to Five Guys in Deerfoot Meadows last week- about 25 minutes to get my food (most of which was in line- the staff did a great job of getting things done quickly). Definitely a good burger!!

25 minutes?!

Before you got your food? That's very, very hard to believe.

[albertGQ]

I waited 15 minutes when I went there, so 25 minutes isn't un reasonable

[Lee of Red]

Went once, absolutely hated it. Burger was bland at best, made the make of ordering a cheeseburger. Whatever that was, was not cheese. I don't get the hype for this place at all, hell, I'd even choose a Whopper over that rubbish.

I considered it a karmic punishment for not going to Boogie's Burgers.

[Roof-Daddy]

Like the burgers, but I despise processed cheese slices.

I usually order one without cheese, bring it home and put a slice of real cheese on it....yum.

Like their fries too, I especially like the fact that you practically get a whole bag full of 'em.

Never hungry after eating there.

[ernie]

Went to 5 guys when i was in phoenix a few weeks ago. First time I'd been to one. My reaction? meh.

Perhaps it's because in the area where I live we have a lot of Steakburger and Custard places that make very good burgers so 5 guys wasn't anything special. I prefer Culver's, Freddy's and Steak 'n Shake burgers. I'll stick with Culver's Bacon and Cheddar Butterburger. However, I can see that in Calgary (where I used to live for many many years) it would be better than almost any other fast food joint.

What Calgary really needs is a Chipotle. I might visit family more if one opened up there ;)

[ernie]

double post

[burn_baby_burn]

I have been to the one in Airdrie a couple times now. I think its the best burger around. The fries have to be the best I have ever had. Love them.

The atmosphere kind of stinks. All the tables and chairs so close together. Makes it hard for the staff to keep the place clean as well. Although it isn't any dirtier than the average fast food place here in Alberta.

[Bouw N Arrow]

I got a order of large fries and they gave me a huge paper bag full of them.. it was amazing.

and they have this soda machine that makes Raspberry Coke!!

[Jackpot_Smooth]

Tried it. Burger was good but not the best i ever had, maybe i expected too much. Definitely not worth waiting in the crowd (bad idea to go on a saturday afternoon). my kid loved it though. Might try it again if there is less of a line up.

[csnarpy]

I really like 5 Guys but I still wish Willy's was around....

[expo2428]

Im up in Lethbridge but still haven't tried it yet. Every time I go there the line-up is out the door and frankly when I'm hungry I kind of want to eat as much as I can as soon as I can. Maybe one day I'll catch the place on a slow day.

[Bouw N Arrow]

I really like 5 Guys but I still wish Willy's was around....

It's not??? Rot in hell Calgary 2.0.. :(

[Northendzone]

i have now been to five guys twice - my impression is that it is above average.

the fries are outstanding and i wish more places could serve them like that.

i would rate my burger as bland. perhaps it was my selection of toppings (i like tomato, extra pickles, mayo & bbq sauce), but the last half of the bun was a little soggy by the time i got around to eating it. i also need to read the menu a little closer, but i need to figure out how to only order a burger with one patty, as both times i inadvertently ordered something with two patties.

Anyways, the wife and i went, we each had a burger, drink and shared fries and the bill was almost $25......we could have had a couple of cupckaes/organic donuts for that much.....

i guess i'd go back, but i'd walk, not run to get there.......

[Komskies]

i have now been to five guys twice - my impression is that it is above average.

the fries are outstanding and i wish more places could serve them like that.

i would rate my burger as bland. perhaps it was my selection of toppings (i like tomato, extra pickles, mayo & bbq sauce), but the last half of the bun was a little soggy by the time i got around to eating it. i also need to read the menu a little closer, but i need to figure out how to only order a burger with one patty, as both times i inadvertently ordered something with two patties.

Anyways, the wife and i went, we each had a burger, drink and shared fries and the bill was almost $25......we could have had a couple of cupckaes/organic donuts for that much.....

i guess i'd go back, but i'd walk, not run to get there.......

The regular burgers are double burgers, the mini burger is a single.

[Byrns]

The single patty burgers are the "little burger"

[ma-skis.com]

I'd say the mini burger was much more satisfying than the double since you could eat the burger and all the toppings at once rather than dislocate your jaw to bite it. Although i alawys seem to load up on everything.

The thing i like most is how fresh and generous the tomatoes / pickles / lettuce onions seem compared to most other places i've been. even a bruger at like moxies seems to have a pretty thin tomatoes and lettuce.... mind you the talent working at moxies is much more appealing.

[Shazam]

I'd say the mini burger was much more satisfying than the double since you could eat the burger and all the toppings at once rather than dislocate your jaw to bite it. Although i alawys seem to load up on everything.fotze's mom never had any problem.

The thing i like most is how fresh and generous the tomatoes / pickles / lettuce onions seem compared to most other places i've been. even a bruger at like moxies seems to have a pretty thin tomatoes and lettuce.... mind you the talent working at moxies is much more appealing.Moxie's burger is disgusting.

[SHOGUN]

Damn.......... first thing when I move back to Calgary is to stop by here... never had a REAL good fast food burger in a while.

[burn_baby_burn]

The thing i like most is how fresh and generous the tomatoes / pickles / lettuce onions seem compared to most other places i've been. even a bruger at like moxies seems to have a pretty thin tomatoes and lettuce.... mind you the talent working at moxies is much more appealing.

Even the jalapeños are fresh, not the pickled version you get everywhere else. That kind of surprised me.

[hondabbl]

hmm been there a few times and it loved it until my last visit.
it seems that they changed the type of potatoes as they are not as crispy as before =(

[mykalberta]

Any news on when they might open another location in Calgary 1 is not near enough. Ikea is to far to drive for a good burger.

[MrMastodonFarm]

Is the downtown location opening soon?

[ricosuave]

Any news on when they might open another location in Calgary 1 is not near enough. Ikea is to far to drive for a good burger.

there is a location in airdrie as well, if that's any better

[MoneyGuy]

Harveys is awesome. Out of every fast food burger joint franchise in Calgary, Harveys is the best.

I agree. Harvey's is great.

After reading most of this thread I have to try this place. I do like a good burger.

[Mass_nerder]

Reading this thread is making my mouth water...I'm fairly certain Halifax doesn't have one.
I officially miss Calgary now.

[MRCboicgy]

Just had Five Guys down in the US, and I now notice there is one thing missing up here: fresh brewed iced tea. I ordered my burger with cajun fries and went over to the beverage area and had my choice of 4 different fresh brewed teas to put on ice. The iced green with lemon was an amazing complement to the meal. (I still had a splash of coke after to fight the grease a bit)

[Montana Moe]

I had Five Guys in Missoula last week. The burger was very good, the regular fries were very good, but I was not impressed by the Cajun fries at all. I'm not sure if there was too much flavor, or if there's just too much cayenne or what exactly I didn't like about them. I know Cajun, and those fries didn't seem "Cajun" to me at all. I doubt I'll order them again.

I took my son to Fatburger in Seattle yesterday, the burger was very good, as well. I never thought I'd say this, but it was perhaps a but too greasy... The fries were great, you have your choice of steak fries, or regular size french fries.

If I had to choose between burgers only, Five Guys is the winner by a nose.

[3 Justin 3]

Just had Five Guys down in the US, and I now notice there is one thing missing up here: fresh brewed iced tea. I ordered my burger with cajun fries and went over to the beverage area and had my choice of 4 different fresh brewed teas to put on ice. The iced green with lemon was an amazing complement to the meal. (I still had a splash of coke after to fight the grease a bit)

Not sure if this is 100% true but most places in Canada don't do a brewed Iced Tea like the States. All of ours are just sugary pop.

[Aegypticus]

I took my son to Fatburger in Seattle yesterday, the burger was very good, as well. I never thought I'd say this, but it was perhaps a but too greasy... The fries were great, you have your choice of steak fries, or regular size french fries.

That's weird because the one time I had Fatburger up here I thought it was way too lean. I remember because my brother and I were talking about how the name was a total misnomer. We never went back.

[MRCboicgy]

Not sure if this is 100% true but most places in Canada don't do a brewed Iced Tea like the States. All of ours are just sugary pop.

Yeah, I've never seen it up here. At Five Guys, it's a total miss by not bringing it up. Heck Fuddruckers and BK do it in the US.

[Shazam]

Fatburger is quite greasy down in the US. I've had a few in different places in OC and they've been like that since Michael Jordon took over.

[Hemi-Cuda]

Not sure if this is 100% true but most places in Canada don't do a brewed Iced Tea like the States. All of ours are just sugary pop.

which is why i hate our ice tea, i wish we would follow the State's lead on this one. any ice tea you get in a restaurant or can here is just too damn sweet. the best i've found is the Tetley pre-made stuff you can buy at Safeway. it has about 1/3 of the sugar that Nestea does, but even then i'd still prefer something with zero sugar. i've tried brewing my own but it's just to big of a pain in the ass

[Bunk]

Is the downtown location opening soon?

Where downtown is it supposed to go?

[MrMastodonFarm]

Where downtown is it supposed to go?

According to their web site, 733 MacLeod Trail SE.

Near the CBE and Bow Valley College? I dunno, seems like a weird area to me... but that's what their site says when you search.
http://www.fiveguys.ca/locations.aspx?fAddress=calgary

[Ducay]

According to their web site, 733 MacLeod Trail SE.

Near the CBE and Bow Valley College? I dunno, seems like a weird area to me... but that's what their site says when you search.
http://www.fiveguys.ca/locations.aspx?fAddress=calgary


Sure hope thats wrong, since that is essentially a waste of a franchise.

Stick it in the Bow/West and you'd be laughing all the way to the bank, stick it further east than the Telus building and its a write off

[Bunk]

^ That end of downtown really lacks food choices. They'll have way less competition that more central in downtown. How many will be working in the Bow less than 2 blocks away? How many work at the Municipal Building? Lots.

[Coys1882]

I can't stand Fatburger. The time I went there I was at the cash register next to my buddy and when the guy yelled out his order - he yelled 'BIG TIP' and the crew all says "Thank you." Well of course my order goes out next - with a resounding silence after the order and everyone looks at me like I'm the Elephant Man. I had no idea it was a tipping type place - I thought it was like Harvey's or Wendy's or something because of the ordering style. So yah - Fatburger can get bent.

[Bane]

According to their web site, 733 MacLeod Trail SE.

Near the CBE and Bow Valley College? I dunno, seems like a weird area to me... but that's what their site says when you search.
http://www.fiveguys.ca/locations.aspx?fAddress=calgary

That has to be a typo (on their site). 733 MacLeod Trail SE would put it on the east side of Olympic Plaza, directly across from old City Hall. There is no retail space between 7th Ave and 8th Ave there. Unless they got approval to put in a temporary food kiosk.

[PeteLFan]

I can't stand Fatburger. The time I went there I was at the cash register next to my buddy and when the guy yelled out his order - he yelled 'BIG TIP' and the crew all says "Thank you." Well of course my order goes out next - with a resounding silence after the order and everyone looks at me like I'm the Elephant Man. I had no idea it was a tipping type place - I thought it was like Harvey's or Wendy's or something because of the ordering style. So yah - Fatburger can get bent.

Thats like Booster Juice, I get funny looks when I don't tip. I mean your not going beyond your job to make me my shake, thats your job why should I be tipping.

[LockedOut]

Five Guys burgers would be a lot better if they used better buns. The buns they have now are no better than your average buns you get at the grocery store and get soggy pretty easily.

[Sr. Mints]

I can't stand Fatburger. The time I went there I was at the cash register next to my buddy and when the guy yelled out his order - he yelled 'BIG TIP' and the crew all says "Thank you." Well of course my order goes out next - with a resounding silence after the order and everyone looks at me like I'm the Elephant Man. I had no idea it was a tipping type place - I thought it was like Harvey's or Wendy's or something because of the ordering style. So yah - Fatburger can get bent.

I don't know why, but that made me laugh.

[DrJ]

I can't stand Fatburger. The time I went there I was at the cash register next to my buddy and when the guy yelled out his order - he yelled 'BIG TIP' and the crew all says "Thank you." Well of course my order goes out next - with a resounding silence after the order and everyone looks at me like I'm the Elephant Man. I had no idea it was a tipping type place - I thought it was like Harvey's or Wendy's or something because of the ordering style. So yah - Fatburger can get bent.

IMO Five Guys Burgers is way better, too. Great service, fair prices, great food.

I went to Fat Burger when it opened in CGY and maybe it was growing pains, but my burger was dry and tasted like crap.

[Resolute 14]

You know, I wonder if that supposed downtown location is actually a typo on their website.

There is a sign for a new Five Guys at the same location as the new Future Shop just south of Chinook Centre. The address of the Future Shop is 7337 Macleod Trail. I'm thinking that 733 Macleod Trail location for Five Guys could be missing a final digit.

[ricosuave]

^ and its not open yet, in fact, the building isnt even finished yet...

(ask me how I know this) grr!

[Ducay]

Yeesh, is putting 2 locations within 5 minutes of each other the best way to break into a new market?

[RW99]

^ and its not open yet, in fact, the building isnt even finished yet...

(ask me how I know this) grr!

How do you... ahh, nevermind :bag:

[MRCboicgy]

Well that's stupid. I was hoping for one downtown (walking distance from my place across the river--well sort of). The calorie burn would justify the caloric intake :D

[MrMastodonFarm]

You know, I wonder if that supposed downtown location is actually a typo on their website.

There is a sign for a new Five Guys at the same location as the new Future Shop just south of Chinook Centre. The address of the Future Shop is 7337 Macleod Trail. I'm thinking that 733 Macleod Trail location for Five Guys could be missing a final digit.
Damn, probably right.. lame.

[Resolute 14]

Yeesh, is putting 2 locations within 5 minutes of each other the best way to break into a new market?

One's off Deerfoot, the other is off Macleod. Two of the city's busiest roads.

This also simply shows the superiority of the south as compared to the north. :cool:

[ken0042]

Drove past the new Future Shop at 7337 Macleod and there was also a sign for Five Guys as well.

[OldDutch]

Drove past the new Future Shop at 7337 Macleod and there was also a sign for Five Guys as well.

Wow, now if there is a better example of a parking lot to avoid at all times, I'm all ears...

[Komskies]

Burgers and video games? Yes please!

[DropIt]

Reports of a Red Deer location today!

:D

War the Meat Sweats

[Hemi-Cuda]

so i tried FGBF for the first time today finally, and frankly i was underwhelmed. $13.50 for a cheeseburger, fries, and a coke, and it wasn't that much better than anywhere else. Rocky's has a better burger for cheaper, so i'm sticking with that

[Cluelessboy]

If youre in the states check out Heart Attack Grill, they cook their fries and patties (even the buns) in lard.

There was a guy not too long ago who finished their 11 patty burger. And if youre over 400 lbs you eat for free.

http://www.supersizedmeals.com/food/images/articles/20061215-Heart_Attack_Grill_2.jpg
http://www.supersizedmeals.com/food/images/articles/20061215-Heart_Attack_Grill_11.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lJsjPxfV_ps/TktVedGiE5I/AAAAAAAABkY/zE8FcDGi6OQ/s320/0+%25286%2529.jpg
http://thebizzare.com/wp-content/uploads/quadruple-bypass-burger.jpg

[ken0042]

Are they still open? I know the one in Phoenix closed down. Which was too bad; good food and the "all you can eat fries" was great. You would go and get your first batch of fries as you waited for your burger.

[Cluelessboy]

Are they still open? I know the one in Phoenix closed down. Which was too bad; good food and the "all you can eat fries" was great. You would go and get your first batch of fries as you waited for your burger.

Ya theyre still open, and the nurses working there are ;)

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--k3Zi-SmEUg/TktV_QectuI/AAAAAAAABl4/X8iAqbNAAGo/s1600/0+%252831%2529.jpg

[Yamer]

There's a Five Guys opening in Red Deer. Wish they would hurry up and get the construction done.

[Yasa]

There's one opening within walking distance of my house. I find their stuff to be mediocre.

[MoneyGuy]

I found 5 Guys to be good but not great. Tried the Airdrie location.

What is Fatburger like? There is a new one close to me.

[blankall]

I found 5 Guys to be good but not great. Tried the Airdrie location.

What is Fatburger like? There is a new one close to me.

Fatburger isn't the greatest. I find them to be like cheap put burger quality.

5 guys is good for what it is. It's more "fast food" style. But not the greatest I agree. It's expensive, but you get a ridiculous amount of food. Even a value meal at Wendy's is $8-$10.00 these days, so I still find 5 guys pretty solid value.

[Sliver]

so i tried FGBF for the first time today finally, and frankly i was underwhelmed. $13.50 for a cheeseburger, fries, and a coke, and it wasn't that much better than anywhere else. Rocky's has a better burger for cheaper, so i'm sticking with that

Rocky's is better for sure. I was there on Monday around 1:30 and they were closed, though...is that normal?