Consolidated "In-N-Out Burger" thread
Nov 18, 2010 | 6:06 pm
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After hearing numerous people rave about In-N-Out, I finally tried a Double-Double back in late June, while on vacation in So-Cal. While it was quite tasty, it reminded me of a Deluxe from Dick's Drive-In (Seattle burger institution) with lettuce, tomato and onion.
I don't know if it's me or what, but I still prefer Five Guys to In-N-Out. Maybe it's their wide variety of toppings that makes it better.
I don't know if it's me or what, but I still prefer Five Guys to In-N-Out. Maybe it's their wide variety of toppings that makes it better.
Nov 22, 2010 | 1:12 pm
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Had lunch there on Friday near LAX. All I can say is WOW, just WOW. Not only the double-double & fries, both animal style, were delicious, but nobody told me that we were right next to the runway and we saw some very pretty birds heading In-n-Out ^
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Nov 22, 2010 | 1:30 pm
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As we all know, BOB W has no taste in anything except wine and he treated the In'n'Out junk that we had with him the other day as if it were a steak from the Palm or Morton's. 
Nov 22, 2010 | 3:09 pm
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Nov 22, 2010 | 8:10 pm
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Well its been a while since I've been to this thread it looks like 
Sounds like a good idea ^
But you still ate it right? 
hmm... interesting idea.
Dicks is another great place for a burger... haven't been there in about a year. And they are soo cheap 
Really a low key operation- great place to use dollar coins.
IMO... whichever is closer wins - although those Cajun fries are unique ^
You didn't realize there was a runway at LAX 
In N Out is the Morton's of the fast food burger world Does that mean Five Guys is the Palm? :-::-:
I put some of the buns in separate bags and and some burgers were bagged in their entireity with the paper wrappers. Surprisingly, it did not seem to make any difference in the results. During the resurrection process, the buns were detached so that the meat and cheese portion could be nuked more. I suppose that the buns do not get soggy since nothing really "wet" is in there. The "spread" must be thick enough to not soak in.
After bringing some In-N-Out Animal Style burgers home with me a few weeks ago as described in post #496 in this thread I wanted some more. Using the wonders of the Google, I found this recipe. WhileI did not grind my own beef (I went to The Fresh Market and had them make me some ground chuck) I followed the recipe and it turned out very close. Yum.
After hearing numerous people rave about In-N-Out, I finally tried a Double-Double back in late June, while on vacation in So-Cal. While it was quite tasty, it reminded me of a Deluxe from Dick's Drive-In (Seattle burger institution) with lettuce, tomato and onion.
I don't know if it's me or what, but I still prefer Five Guys to In-N-Out. Maybe it's their wide variety of toppings that makes it better.
I don't know if it's me or what, but I still prefer Five Guys to In-N-Out. Maybe it's their wide variety of toppings that makes it better.
Really a low key operation- great place to use dollar coins. You didn't realize there was a runway at LAX Does that mean Five Guys is the Palm? :-::-:
Nov 27, 2010 | 11:16 pm
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Well its been a while since I've been to this thread it looks like
Sounds like a good idea ^
But you still ate it right?
hmm... interesting idea.
Dicks is another great place for a burger... haven't been there in about a year. And they are soo cheap Really a low key operation- great place to use dollar coins.
IMO... whichever is closer wins - although those Cajun fries are unique ^
You didn't realize there was a runway at LAX
In N Out is the Morton's of the fast food burger world Does that mean Five Guys is the Palm? :-::-:
Sounds like a good idea ^
But you still ate it right?
hmm... interesting idea.
Dicks is another great place for a burger... haven't been there in about a year. And they are soo cheap
Really a low key operation- great place to use dollar coins.IMO... whichever is closer wins - although those Cajun fries are unique ^
You didn't realize there was a runway at LAX In N Out is the Morton's of the fast food burger world
Does that mean Five Guys is the Palm? :-::-:
Oct 30, 2011 | 8:38 pm
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A Texan's Review of an In-N-Out Burger
I had a trip to San Jose last summer to visit my Aunt. I was told to try In-N-Out burger. I have never tried this burger in my life. Being accustomed to a Whataburger, i decided to give the In-N-Out burger a try, to see if it will compare to a Texas Whataburger.
Photo of the Resturant
Outside, the resturant looked simple and right to the point. I walked in, and it was packed (Considering it was lunch hour). The menu was fairly simple, I ordered a double double, with all the fixings, with "Animal Fries" from the secret menu. My food came out quickly .
I pulled the burger out of its greasy wrap and it looked pretty appetizing . I noticed is was smothered in this pinkish sauce that tasted like thousand island dressing.
My lunch.
It was a good tasting cheeseburger, the fries couldve been better, but tasted great animal style.
The In-N-Out burger was pretty tasty to be honest and does compare to a Texas Whataburger. I cannot decide as of today which is a better burger, but each has its pros and cons.
PROS : Tender meat, Good ingredients, Tasty Sauce, Fast and quick.
CONS : Crowded and loud atmostsphere, not enough seating, Fries were dry, Buns were really soggy.
I give this burger a 9/10.
Thanks for taking your time to read this review.
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Photo of the Resturant
Outside, the resturant looked simple and right to the point. I walked in, and it was packed (Considering it was lunch hour). The menu was fairly simple, I ordered a double double, with all the fixings, with "Animal Fries" from the secret menu. My food came out quickly .
I pulled the burger out of its greasy wrap and it looked pretty appetizing . I noticed is was smothered in this pinkish sauce that tasted like thousand island dressing.
My lunch.
It was a good tasting cheeseburger, the fries couldve been better, but tasted great animal style.
The In-N-Out burger was pretty tasty to be honest and does compare to a Texas Whataburger. I cannot decide as of today which is a better burger, but each has its pros and cons.
PROS : Tender meat, Good ingredients, Tasty Sauce, Fast and quick.
CONS : Crowded and loud atmostsphere, not enough seating, Fries were dry, Buns were really soggy.
I give this burger a 9/10.
Thanks for taking your time to read this review
.Also check out my youtube for Trip reports and aviation related videos
http://youtube.com/jonathan97s
Thanks for your time
Cheers, Jonathan
Oct 30, 2011 | 10:44 pm
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3 more days and we're in San diego for a week on Holidays...
3 more days and we land in SD at 11:38...grab our luggage...hit up Hertz ...drive to In n Out for our first lunch meal of the week
3 more days and we land in SD at 11:38...grab our luggage...hit up Hertz ...drive to In n Out for our first lunch meal of the week
Nov 4, 2011 | 7:08 am
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In and Out Burger
I agree, nothing special about In and Out, other than probably best of the drive through burger chains (and food seems fresh, store seems clean and they cater to special orders). My go to burger places in Los Angeles: 25 Degrees at Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel (with a glass of red wine) and D Town Burger Bar in downtown LA (2 locations).
Nov 4, 2011 | 11:15 pm
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I had a double-double, fries and chocolate shake just now in Las Vegas. Fries weren't too bad, shake ordinary and the burger no better really than McDonalds. Place was packed though so obviously some people like it.
Had a burger, fries and Coke at Five Guys a few days earlier and that burger was far far superior. Fries were so-so though.
To cap it all, Five Guys cost twice as much as In N Out.
Had a burger, fries and Coke at Five Guys a few days earlier and that burger was far far superior. Fries were so-so though.
To cap it all, Five Guys cost twice as much as In N Out.
Nov 4, 2011 | 11:25 pm
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Mmmmm just had another awesome In-N-Out experience at the Sepulveda/Westchester location after my flight.
Nov 5, 2011 | 12:05 am
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Two words: Animal Style.
Although equating even a regular non-animal-style burger with something from McDonald's is a bit, IMHO. I agree with you on the fries and shake (although the fries are less salty and less "chemical" than McD's fries), but a plain INO burger has a freshness and a clean taste that is ultimately lacking from anything inside the Golden Arches.
Although equating even a regular non-animal-style burger with something from McDonald's is a bit
, IMHO. I agree with you on the fries and shake (although the fries are less salty and less "chemical" than McD's fries), but a plain INO burger has a freshness and a clean taste that is ultimately lacking from anything inside the Golden Arches.