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International Burger Day is on May 28, and to celebrate, Yelp has compiled a list of the top 25 burger chains<\/a> in the U.S.<\/p>\n

Each chain on the list has more than 100 locations, operate in multiple states, and are primarily categorized under “burgers” on Yelp, according to the review site.<\/p>\n

“Whether you’re craving a classic cheeseburger, a gourmet stack, or a nostalgic drive-thru experience, there’s a burger brand that hits the spot,” Yelp said in a news release.<\/p>\n

According to Yelp, the list features nationwide favorites, iconic staples and emerging brands alike. Did your favorite burger chain crack the top 25?<\/p>\n

Top 25 burger chains in the US, according to Yelp<\/p>\n

Here’s the full ranking, according to Yelp:<\/p>\n

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  1. In-N-Out Burger<\/li>\n
  2. The Habit Burger Grill<\/li>\n
  3. Shake Shack<\/li>\n
  4. Culver’s<\/li>\n
  5. Islands Restaurants<\/li>\n
  6. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers<\/li>\n
  7. Five Guys Burgers & Fries<\/li>\n
  8. Wayback Burgers<\/li>\n
  9. MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes<\/li>\n
  10. Red Robin<\/li>\n
  11. Jack in the Box<\/li>\n
  12. Cook Out<\/li>\n
  13. BurgerFi<\/li>\n
  14. Whataburger<\/li>\n
  15. Wahlburgers<\/li>\n
  16. Smashburger<\/li>\n
  17. McDonald’s<\/li>\n
  18. Sonic Drive-In<\/li>\n
  19. Burger King<\/li>\n
  20. White Castle<\/li>\n
  21. Fatburger<\/li>\n
  22. Wendy’s<\/li>\n
  23. Carl’s Jr.<\/li>\n
  24. Checkers \/ Rally’s<\/li>\n
  25. Steak ‘n Shake<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In-N-Out has more than 119,00 Yelp reviews across more than 400 locations and receives special praise for its “secret menu,” while fans also highlight customizable options like Protein Style or 3×3, according to Yelp.<\/p>\n

    Habit Burger, meanwhile, has “quickly expanded across the western and eastern U.S.” with a laid-back vibe, Yelp writes, noting that the food “consistently delivers on quality and taste.”<\/p>\n

    Top burger chains by region<\/p>\n

    According to data compiled by Yelp, Culver’s tops the list in both the Midwest and the South, while Shake Shack flexed its national appeal, leading in the Northeast and ranking in the top 5 in every other region.<\/p>\n

    “While some brands have gone national, regional loyalty still runs deep,” Yelp said in a news release.<\/p>\n

    In-N-Out continues to be the top choice in the West, while Cook Out remains a popular option in the South.<\/p>\n

    Yelp also notes that fast-casual chains like Habit Burger Grill and Freddy’s are climbing the ranks in multiple regions, “signaling a shift toward quality-driven menus and nostalgic vibes.”<\/p>\n

    Here’s a look at the top 5 burger chains by region:<\/p>\n

    West<\/p>\n

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    1. In-N-Out Burger<\/li>\n
    2. Shake Shack<\/li>\n
    3. The Habit Burger Grill<\/li>\n
    4. Culver’s<\/li>\n
    5. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Midwest<\/p>\n

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      1. Culver’s<\/li>\n
      2. Shake Shack<\/li>\n
      3. Five Guys Burgers & Fries<\/li>\n
      4. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers<\/li>\n
      5. Wahlburgers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        South<\/p>\n

          \n
        1. Culver’s<\/li>\n
        2. Shake Shack<\/li>\n
        3. Cook Out<\/li>\n
        4. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers<\/li>\n
        5. Five Guys Burgers & Fries<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Northeast<\/p>\n

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          1. Shake Shack<\/li>\n
          2. The Habit Burger Grill<\/li>\n
          3. Five Guys Burgers & Fries<\/li>\n
          4. Wahlburgers<\/li>\n
          5. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X\u00a0@GabeHauari<\/a>\u00a0or email him at Gdhauari@gannett.com.<\/p>\n