Five Guys

I know Five Guys has been around for quite some time now but I never got around to trying you until recently

I can't lie it was really good the Patty was delicious the ground beef tasted the like real beef not fake process stuff it was juicy it was not dry
The only thing I would complain about is that the bacon was fried way to crispy it was so crunchy it was so dry I would have rather done it without the bacon

I got mine without a bun and I thought it was really nice of them to put the liquid condiments such as ketchup mustard mayonnaise in individual containers and you can put it on as much as you need that was a nice touch I would definitely go back

My rating is actually 4.5 stars. I'd say this is one of the best burger options in this neighbourhood, which is a real achievement in my book, because there is a LOT of competition for fast food dollars in the area.

I've been here every so often for the last number of years since they opened, and I've never been disappointed.

Burgers are cooked to order and you can see and smell the charbroiling burgers on the grills behind the cash. The price point is a bit higher than some of the cheaper options at the bigger chains, but it is well worth it - the array of fresh toppings you can add are awesome. I find it worthwhile just to be able to get the fresh green pepper and mushrooms, and the range of sauces is also impressive. The bang for the buck on fries is also pretty good, because a medium side order of fries is easily enough to share between 2 people, especially if you've added extras like cheese or bacon or another patty to the huge burger. And holy cow do they pile them up in the containers! The bag is full of extra fries spilling into it when you're getting a takeaway order.

If you can't wait to eat, you can munch on peanuts that are provided. My seemingly part pachyderm partner definitely appreciates those.

The eating area is very large, so you can easily come in with a group and not worry about being squished or not accommodated at all. It's kept fairly clean, peanut shells notwithstanding.

My reluctance to give 5 stars is due to my preference to reserve that for an exceptional experience, and the fact that it is heavier on the purse than a more casual fast food jaunt. By the time you add any other extras, you're going into sit-down service budget territory. On the whole though, I find it to be a very good value. There's a je ne sais quois uniqueness to a Five Guys burger meal, which is pretty cool when you're talking about yet another link in the chains of burger franchises.

Now that I think about it, it's been too long since my last visit. Need to head back soon ...

It's an "Okay" burger joint!
It has an older funky style to it, like you're dining in the 70s which is cool..
Their burgers are pretty good as a burger, pretty filling and good price, but in terms of taste if compared to other joints in the area, I think they fall a little behind!
They have some shell-on peanuts laying around, which is very cool..
all in all, not a bad place at all, worth a shot for sure

Came here after many years and since I've been reviewing I haven't written a review for this place and its actually a place I really enjoy. Five guys burgers and fries is a really different place on its own, and I don't think people really come for the burgers I think its for the cajun fries, the peanuts and the vibe imo. The burger is a definite bonus.

I went with the Bacon Cheeseburger which comes with two juicy beef patties and got it with the All The Way toppings, cant remember all the toppings but it definitely makes the burger "heavy". Also with the large Cajun fries, which they fill up a large cup and add a little more inside the bag, your getting plenty of fries if that's what your thinking. My girlfriend got the cheese burger and regular fries, and the Cajun fries are definitely a winner.

Nothing negative to say about the joint. Will be coming back soon!

This food location freely lets cuatomers in without masks. 1 guy came in sniffling and sneezing and still. Zero resistance. No, prder online and pick up, nocall in then pick up. Just full service and let him walk around the store touching drink area and counters. He's wiped his nose then service so many times. Absolutely disgusting.

Came here on a Saturday evening at 6:30pm. Had a Hamburger and Cajun Fries. I've had the veggie sandwich and little cheeseburger before, both also good. You can put as many topings as you'd like for the cheeseburger and hamburger! They also always overfill your cup of fries, probably double the size of the cup itself. It's a nice gesture for the price you're paying. I prefer the cajun fries over five guys style.

The difference between the original and Little versions is that you pay $2 for an extra patty. Cheeseburgers cost $1 more than hamburgers because you get a slice of cheese. You can also get your burger bunless. I haven't seen anyone do that yet, but it's something I'll try one day just for the sake of having a bunless burger.

A fine fast food burger joint.

I always have trouble reaching the word limit for these ordinary, fast food resteraunts. like all Tim Hortons McDonald's Wendy's Starbucks, Five Guys is a option but nothing special besides the fact that it's a successful franchise.

Back story of Five Guys - originally started as a family business in Washington, DC in '86. Father and 4 sons are the Five guys of the Five Guys Burger and Fries. Quite simply the company's aim is to serve fresh hamburgers and french fries. The restaurant's popularity grew and heralded great acclaim in the media. Although there hasn't been much coverage in the GTA there's currently 800 restaurants open in North America. In Ontario there's about 10 restaurants open so far.

This Woodbridge location has been around for about year but I only came across it today. It's tucked in a corner unit of a plaza on Weston Rd and Hwy 7.

The look of the restaurant is straight forward featuring an open kitchen, a long counter to order and pickup, red and white checkered pattern color theme. There's stacks of potatoes on the floor and open boxes of complimentary peanuts to snack on. Obviously don't come here if you have a peanut allergy :O They use peanut oil to cook their fries. The dining area is ample and on that Sunday afternoon when we were there it appears to be a popular spot for families to gather.

Ordering:

Feeling daring, I ordered the Cheese Burger (2 patties) and Tamara got a little burger. little = 1 patty, 1 small fries and a drink. Toppings are pretty standard affair, nothing out of the ordinary however there is a notable inclusion of grilled onions and mushrooms. Yeah!

Everything was made fresh to order. I unwrapped this ridiculous beef tower and sunk my teeth into it:

My impression:

Good flat top fresh ground patty. It contains no additives or seasoning. Made from fresh Canadian beef and pressed each morning according to the manager. The American cheese in my cheese burger oozed out from every which way due to the heat of my burger patties. Although messy to eat the cheese complimented the burger providing a bit more needed taste. The sesame bun was thick but kept it all together. Overall the burger was alright but it wasn't very tasty.

The small order of fries, which in my opinion is an extra large were simply THE BEST FRIES I've ever had! They are made from whole Canadian potatoes and cooked in peanut oil.

The manager and staff were very friendly and hospitable. The manager personally came over to our table to talk with us, checking how everything was and giving us a little history and information on the company.

In summary:

It's cost is higher compared to other fast food burger chains however everything here is king kong sized. The highlight for me were the fries and the unlimited drinks refills.

It's worth trying though if you hadn't been.

Recommend!

So Five Guys is finally here in Canada at the tail end of T.O.'s burger craze. My advice is to park your expectations of what a T.O. burger should be at the door because the only thing they serve here is an all-American burger.

You don't get to pick your cheese from a silly selection of 10 different cheeses. They only have American cheese (ie. processed yellow cheese). The bun is a white bread, sesame burger bun. There are no ciabattas or whole wheat buns to be found here. Your choice of veggies stop at lettuce and tomatoes. There is no arugala or portabello on this menu. And you can forget about getting to pick your choice of lamb, chicken, or Kobe beef. It's 100% ground beef only here!

Five Guys only serves a proper artery clogging, all-American burger and makes no apologies for it. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger and it was everything you would expect from a burger conceived in the USA. The burger is thick and heavy, the cheese is processed in two layers of bright yellow goop, the bread is a soggy mess, and the bacon is piled high and greasy. And their small fries is ridiculous. I couldn't even find my burger under all the fries in the paper bag they gave me! If your name is Fat Albert you might call it a small order, but for the rest of us mortals, we call it a shovelful.

The great thing about Five Guys is that they don't charge you $1-$2 for each topping, like most T.O. gourmet burger joints. All of their toppings are free and applied liberally. When I got my burger, it was a mess because of all the stuff they tried to cram in there, but it was oh so good! I think the next time I come back I'll just have the burger with mustard and ketchup because the rest of the burger's elements can hold up on their own. This beast is a sinful heart attack inducing mess and you gotta try it!

One word of advice for those with peanut allergies though... everything is cooked in peanut oil here so don't come here!

I have been to Five Guys far too many times for my waistline not to notice.....

While a tad pricier than your average burger joint (McDonalds/Burger King/Harveys/Wendys/etc)..to compare this place to them is comical. They're not in the same league as FGBF. The staff actually seem to like working here (as opposed to some of the robots/people who shouldn't work with the public (the kind you find at other burger places)) and they are great ambassadors for the chain. To hear their banter in the kitchen is great.

Immediately upon entering you're at the counter where you order. The cashier will offer suggestions for newbies and I have yet to see one get rude/show impatience for someone who hasn't been here before. Do not be afraid !

The regular burger consists of two meat patties and is very filling. I always order the single pattie with cheese (not processed cheese...actual cheddar cheese!!). I also order the small fries, as the large could feed a small nation.

The pop station is all you can drink and while you're waiting for you food order to be made (yes, it's made fresh and not on a factory line like other burger joints), partake in their free peanuts (they're in large boxes near where you pick your food up and FGBF provide small cardboard "baskets" to use). WARNING - Do not fill up on the peanuts as the meal you have coming is big. REAL BIG.

The burgers here are on line with some of the best I've had elsewhere (there used to be a place downtown called the BurgerMeister who had burgers to die for) and this is just a bit lower than theirs. They are moist, hand made and flavourful. The jalapeno peppers are HOT and although the next day you'll be asking "Why did I have them again?", they are great !

The fries are the best..better than Southstreet Burger (who serve NY Fries). They are thick cut and remind me of the fries one gets at a good fish and chip place. The Cajun fries are nicely seasoned, so there are options rather than having regular fries. Never had the Hot Dog as the place is called Five Guys Burgers and Fries.....

On our last visit we brought a relative visiting from out of town. We asked the cashier if she thought that a large fry would be enough to feed 3 hungry guys. She laughed and guaranteed they would. She then told the kitchen who filled our bag with fries. She was right, we couldn't eat them all......that small gesture, combined with the great burgers, keeps me coming back.