Is In-N-Out Burger OVERRATED? Honest Review of Cali's Iconic Chain
In-N-Out Burger is perhaps one of the most famous fast food chains in America, if not regarded as one of the best fast food chains in the world. Many people attest to the In-N-Out never frozen burger patties, the In-N-Out fries, particularly the In-N-Out animal style fries, and the In-N-Out milkshakes as legendary. However, is it really that great? Or is In-N-Out overrated? On my trip to LA I headed straight for this California burger joint to get to the bottom of whether or not In-N-Out is legit or not.
While there are many famous people who love the chain, most notably Anthony Bourdain and In-N-Out burger, he has stated his love for the Southern California great eat many times, many vloggers and KZreadrs have stated they do not believe the west coast burger chain is that great. So what is it? Are Californians just riding off hype and nostalgia? Or are the critics just too hyped up and being too critical?
We will provide our typical delicious food faces with an In-N-Out mukbang, including the In-N-Out burger secret menu item of In-N-Out animal fries, and the In-N-Out sauce, but we will answer some key questions. If it lives up to the hype: why is In-N-Out so good? And if not, why are In-N-Out fries so bad? Stay tuned for another episode of UA Eats! As always we pledge to provide honest reviews!
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Restaurant Deets:
In-N-Out Burger (many locations)
9149 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Пікірлер: 998
He talks for 10 mins, then he says let's eat before it gets cold
@mr.smithgnrsmith7808
Ай бұрын
His channel, can do what he wants
@ChargeNReact
Ай бұрын
Mf wanted to rant and rave, my guy. This 'merica
@alexgarcia7104
Ай бұрын
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808I think you’re missing the point of the comment lol
@skatingcanuck9837
11 күн бұрын
@@mr.smithgnrsmith7808 Right? So many haters I wonder why they even watch the videos?
"Lets take a bite before it gets cold!" Yeah, that ship had sailed a long time ago. I'd make an adjustment. Take a bite when it's hot and fresh - then, and only after, talk about the ingredients, their freshness, their flavor, etc.
Fries are hard because it took you two hours to get around to eating them.
Man just eat the food before it's cold.
@gremaldifrazier1
7 ай бұрын
Right? Homeboy is literally sabotaging his own food review.
@QuackAttack63
6 ай бұрын
I had the EXACT same thought. Dude, just shut up and eat. You complained for several minutes about how hungry you were before you started eating. This was a BS video.
@Eelgram
5 ай бұрын
Exactly! Not only that, but raw onions and not grilled?! Double review sabotage!
@George-fy7tt
3 ай бұрын
He complains like a bitch. Next time fly First Class and take a limo to INnOut like true celebrities do and stop over explaining your slow thoughts.
@fabrimedeiros9888
2 ай бұрын
😂
For their fries I've found over the years the faster you eat them the better they taste, once they get cold they fall of imo. The burgers aren't the greatest in the world but they are still a really tasty burger especially after you know how you like it customized, order your meat medium if you want it juicier. Best part is they pay their employees more than McDonalds and they don't price gouge their customers. Took my family to McD's two weeks ago and family of 3 cost $52, went to in n out last week same family of 3 cost $28.
@TheCkent100
9 ай бұрын
Agreed about the fries. He got animal style fries get colder quicker than the regular fries. He just kept talking and talking and talking before actually trying anything. And he probably went to the worst and busiest In-N-Out in the Los Angeles area. You can tell it's going to be really busy location whenever you see a two lane drive-thru. The food quality and taste does tend to suffer when you go to an extremely busy location for any fast food chain.
@sauronthegreat5799
8 ай бұрын
The McD fries fast much better than in and out.
@bullogne3368
8 ай бұрын
@@sauronthegreat5799 McD's is my #2 fav but everyone has their own preferences.
@charliebakerspen
3 ай бұрын
I'm glad they're helping someone. They took my 10 dollars and gave me a piece of cardboard disguised as a cheeseburger
You literally went to one of the worst In N Out locations there is. This food is legit good and cheap too.
@onyourself3369
Жыл бұрын
But all the other top comments are saying In N Out is great because it's consistent at every location lol.
@andrewchiu6226
17 күн бұрын
@@onyourself3369 It is except for this one right off Sepulveda/the airport. It's the one that ironically gets reviewed by influencers (including Bourdain) all the time because it's . . . right off the airport lol.
@DanielgunKim
8 күн бұрын
I can testify. I never had dry meat at an In n Out except near the LAX
Yes the fries aren’t the best and it’s an acquired taste. The burgers are fresh and consistently good. One thing I can say is that our orders are always 100% correct and the price is good.
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Indeed, always correct orders, good service, and fair prices is nothing to sneeze at!
@notbased6720
11 ай бұрын
LOL, overrated. Cope.
@1flash3571
6 ай бұрын
@@notbased6720 I would rather have In&Out burgers than McDonalds Burgers any day. It is cheaper also.
@notbased6720
6 ай бұрын
I didn't say they were bad, just overrated. @@1flash3571
@donjose6520
4 ай бұрын
The place is clean , quality is very good, food is fresh , prices are good , loyal customers 😅
Locals and long time In N Out customers will tell you that In N Out is not the greatest burger but it’s consistently good regardless of which location you go to. And all locations have long lines.
@FatherAxeKeeper
4 ай бұрын
In n Out was Anthony Bourdain's favorite restaurant in LA. I wouldn't go that far, but it's definitely my favorite fast food burger.
@mw80858
4 ай бұрын
Its also the ONLY burger Gordem Ramsey would eat as his last meal. Same for Tom Hank and many Hollywood A sisters cause of its great tasting consistency! 👍
@charliebakerspen
3 ай бұрын
I'm just not interested in paying for something thats "not that great" just because of it's price point.
@charliebakerspen
3 ай бұрын
@@mw80858lol since when are actors food critics? So I should go buy an admittedly not great burger cause some actor likes it?
@djaf8550
3 ай бұрын
Do you know any locals? Cuz I don’t know any locals that don’t love it. Bruh a bomb ass hamburger for $3.50? McDonald’s charges that much for their tiny ass happy meal hamburgers….
well it took you 1 hour to get to biting into the burger, 2 hours to bite a fry and 3 hours to get to the milkshake.......both 5 guys that opened here in our local area within the last 5 years are already closed because their fries suck and no one ate at either.....
@dderossett
7 ай бұрын
both times I have eaten at in and out have been awesome......
@charliebakerspen
3 ай бұрын
Then by all means enjoy your tasteless in n out burger and granite plated french fries
@Stokesx
2 ай бұрын
5 guys legitimately have the best fries in fast food. They use expensive peanut oil.
@jeffers1
2 ай бұрын
the problem with in-n-out is that people with horrible taste (and there are a lot of you) won't shut up about this place, so we keep trying it in different places waiting to finally get a good one and understand these people from California, but it just never happens, cause it's actually crap
@stevencoardvenice
15 күн бұрын
Yeah shake shack opened here in my neighborhood in LA. Wasn't impressed. And it's pricey. In n out still the best burger chain for me
My longstanding association between "freshness" and "quality" was fundamentally re-evaluated when I finally had my first encounter with the fries served by In-n-Out
@catlike1
Жыл бұрын
Yup. Fresh fries sound good in theory but actually are not great. Fries need to be soaked in water to draw out some starch to make them crispy. And often double fried. A famous drive-in chain in Seattle, called, Dick's, also has fresh cut fries, and why I like they mostly out of nostalgia, they are not crispy.
@Mo_Ketchups
10 ай бұрын
@@catlike1No one should go to Dick’s or I&O for their fries. GOD, do I miss the Dick’s tartar sauce though!! And a couple DELUXES!! I’m DYIN! I&O is without QUESTION the best chain burger! I’ve got his Shake Shack suh-WINGIN!! 😅
@phazon4
9 ай бұрын
Fives guy make fresh fries same day and they're delicious idk what in & out is doing but they doing it incredibly wrong
@Mo_Ketchups
9 ай бұрын
@@phazon4 The wife gets our ‘burgles’ from I&O & grabs the fries from the Arches up the street. 🤷♂️
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
@@catlike1 You're wrong. And I don't say that lightly. In fact, I USED TO BE in that camp, but once I learned about processed, frozen food, I had a different pov, and I learned an important lesson; taste is psychological too. Their fries are DELICIOUS.
UA, you should eat the burger while it's hot. Your interlude appears to be talking a lot - so the burger gets cold. Flavor suffers.
"Fresh-cut" for fries definitely doesn't necessarily mean better. Great restaurant fries are often frozen at some point in the prep process. The best recipe I've ever used involves double-frying them and freezing them in between. Gives them a fluffy interior. I think In-N-Out's burgers are good for the price but a lot of the hype comes from locals. The fries are terrible IMO.
@islandrepublic9166
Жыл бұрын
Nobody is stepping foot at your or my door. Shake shack is definitely a better overall burger but the proce point and overall value there is no way your beating In n Out. And besides the airport their service is consistently great across the board
@MichaelBrown-pg5dy
Жыл бұрын
Yes, at a minimum they need to be soaked to bring out the surface starch
@johnkovalicky3389
Жыл бұрын
I agree on the fries that's why I have only been there like maybe two times in the past 25 years since relocating to LA they're horrible like cardboard but if you have nothing to compare them to everyone here thinks there's a bomb yuck😢
@BmanNL1
Жыл бұрын
Fresh is the best it's just that they don't know how to make fries. Essential is to fry them twice first at a lower temp. Then let them cool down and fry again at a high temp.
@soavemusica
Жыл бұрын
For an angry, hungry man, UA has too much patience because of us. Just dig in, man, and tell us about it later. Also, the fries suffer the most, when waiting, not that there ever was anything spectacular.
I finally got to try it this year for the first time when I was in Vegas. I had been in Vegas many times before but never got the chance to get in there. I've been so hyped up about it for years I was worried it was going to be overrated. I can honestly say the double double animal style might be the best fast food Burger out there. Factoring cost and flavor no one is even close Shake Shack Burgers are great but they are also expensive.. Fries not so much
Welcome to California UA! I enjoyed your review. I'm a big fan of In-n-out. I've been eating there for years. Usually, the meat on the burger is delicious. I'm not sure why yours was so dry. I enjoy all the fresh ingredients they use, unlike the other fast food burger places and their prices are very reasonable. Thank you again for your thorough, honest review. I am looking forward to your next review of a California restaurant or fast food place. Keep up the great work!
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching the vid and I'm glad you enjoyed it even if you disagreed with my take!
I grew up in Orange County. Now I live in Mississippi. Whenever I go back, I always go to In N Out. It brings be back to my youth. All my siblings love In N Out as well. Animal style fries and animal style burger all the way! In N Out never disappoints. Like others say, it is better hot. I always get the fries well-done.
Can never go wrong with a 3x3 extra whole grilled onions and spread only on a toasted bun with a fry well
@Podus81
Ай бұрын
3x3 is the way to go
So I've only been to LA twice, and never made it to an In-n-out. Next time I'm there, I'm most definitely going! The potatoes need to be soaked to release starch, that's basic cooking. Shake Shack is great, there's one 2 minutes from Mom & Dad's house. Remember, the owner Danny Meyer is also a Michelin Star restauranteur, so you're getting that quality. 5 Guys is also right near me, that's my go-to for a fast food burger. Sorry about the crappy flight, but have fun, and safe travels!
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
I think most of the time, the Meat is juicy. You need to get the onions grilled. Shake shack meat does taste better. But the price is so much higher. A cheeseburger at shake shack is almost the price of a combo at in n out
Ask for your meat to be cooked to medium if you don't want it well done. Having had In-N-Out for over 40 years, living in So Cal, it's a great bang for the buck and never gets tiring. I order mine: Animal Style (pickles, mustard, grilled onions + raw onions, extra sauce) is the best way to enjoy. BTW: Shake Shack is more expensive so you get what you pay for. You should try 5 Guys if you want larger meat patties.
@t500010000
Жыл бұрын
Most don't let you order medium anymore... I like the 4x4 Genius tip about onions!
@brozors
Жыл бұрын
They definitely won’t let you order medium. Their burger quality isn’t good enough for them to do that for you anymore.
@carrpet790
4 ай бұрын
Yeah I used to do this and it was great but they stopped allowing it a few years ago I believe.
Unfair comparing the Double Double to burgers cost Double the price - Shake Shack Double cheese and 5 guys
@ahduhm
Жыл бұрын
I've never understood the comparison between shake shack and in n out. shake shack's "double double" and fries is quite literally twice the price of in n outs
@justinip
Жыл бұрын
@@ahduhm yup price wise shake shack is not worth twice as much
@christheking726
Жыл бұрын
He said it’s a different tier 🤦🏽♂️🙄
@christheking726
Жыл бұрын
and he said the price is fair
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
@@christheking726if its a different tier why is he comparing it? Thats like comparing an Applebees steak to a Ruth Chris steak. Comparing something that cost double the price is idiotic
5 guys Cheese $12, Double Shack burger $10, In and Out Double Double $6. Kinda unfair comparing something that cost double the price
@jhfit
Жыл бұрын
No, it isn't. I wouldn't eat this burger. If I couldn't afford a good burger and fries, I wouldn't order it
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
@@jhfit you still didn’t answer the question
@jhfit
Жыл бұрын
@@steveno7058 What question is that?
I actually tried In-N-Out Burger when I went out with my two sisters to see my dad in Phoenix, Arizona. I got a cheeseburger with lettuce, fries, and a vanilla milkshake. I have to admit, the burger was delicious, the fries were okay at best, and the milkshake was good. I thought it was cool that the workers ask customers which toppings they want on the burger. Overall, I give In-N-Out 8 out of 10.
@hwanjung8230
10 ай бұрын
The in n out in Phoenix are always packed!
@louiseugeniojr.3530
10 ай бұрын
@@hwanjung8230It was pretty packed when I ate there. But the In-N-Out I ate at was only a short drive from where my grandparents live, which is Auwatukee.
@hwanjung8230
10 ай бұрын
@@louiseugeniojr.3530 Im from Chicago, and i noticed the Portillos was busy as hell too, and the Chick-fil-A
@louiseugeniojr.3530
10 ай бұрын
@@hwanjung8230 That's cool. I live in New Jersey, and the drive-thru at many fast food places can be busy at times.
Another banger video! Now I kind of want to try out In-N-Out LOL! See you next video, UA! 👋
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
I think it's worth trying if it's not too out of the way. It's not expensive and the vibe of the place is still cool
You need to ask for the fries to be well done that makes all the difference
@johnkovalicky3389
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with that
I'm going to let the secret out on that sauce-Thousand Island salad dressing. They aren't soaking them in water nor par frying first.
I think you should take your first bite as soon as you get the food so that it doesn't have a chance to cool down or dry out. After that first bite, then you can talk about your day/mood or facts about the restaurant. That goes for all your videos. Otherwise, I always enjoy your videos.
@LVPHOTOG
Жыл бұрын
beat me to that comment.
@supermn05
Жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! 👍👍
@huckhuckbb
Жыл бұрын
I agree and it would be nice to have him look directly into the camera instead of on the side. Otherwise I like his videos 👍
@crunkin1t590
Жыл бұрын
Ya should make your own food videos and implement those tips
@seungkim8576
Жыл бұрын
@@crunkin1t590 Maybe one day I'll find the time to do so. But in the meantime, the tip is meant for someone who's currently making food videos. It's OK to have opinions and make suggestions that you can't apply yourself. I assume you've critiqued movies without feeling th need to first make a movie yourself.
Dude where have you heard of their fries being "touted" lol. Everyone knows their fries are sub par. FRESH, but not made correctly. The reason they are the way that they are is because they only fry them once. They straight from slicer to fryer to tray. Fries need to be twice fried to get the correct consistency. That's why so many fast food places use frozen fries. Because they come par fried and frozen and only requiring the second fry. On top of that, In-N-Out by default applies VERY little, almost zero salt to their fries. So, to get a halfway decent fry from them they need to be ordered well done and with extra salt. Otherwise you get that plain potato cardboard stick
Fries have to be eaten right away they can't sit for too long, but you can't beat the prices you can get a burger and fries for around 6 bucks
@ImGearsBeast
Жыл бұрын
I have never had good fries from in n out, they just don’t have great fries
Every other burger place in Las Vegas charges 20$ for a meal. In an out burger charges 12.00$. I’m from the east coast and all meals cost around the same price. But when I’m in Vegas they all think they can charge 7 more dollars for the same meal. In and out charges the same price. For that reason alone it wins. The taste is as good as all the restaurants. Except White Castle. You forgot to mention free refills for the same price . I give In and out an A + for Service quality and most of all price.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
BULLSEYE. THIS is what the haters usually neglect: VALUE On that most valuable level, INO simply cannot be beat. PERIOD Go to ANY INO at noon, and despite what ALL THE HATERS here spew, the MOST IMPORTANT THING - THE MARKET - is telling them to fuk off
In n out NEVER freezes meat, and all their ingredients are cut same day. I’ve had all the other chains and I do think that in n out is much better when compared apples to apples and the simplicity of it is amazing. No need to have 50 things on the menu. In n outs success speaks for itself.
This is the best fast food joint when it comes to eating on a budget. Way better than McDonald’s, Wendy, and Burger King but priced around the same as these restaurants.
@charliebakerspen
3 ай бұрын
Lack of flavor negates the price benefit
@johnnyblaze1098
2 ай бұрын
@@charliebakerspen so does the soggy azz fries. Personally I prefer McDonalds over In N Out
The fresh veggies make the burger. The fries need to be well done and eaten hot! I like the minimal menu, easy to decide.
@mark91345
Жыл бұрын
Yes, what is it about fries? When they're HOT, they're delicious, but when they get cold, they're awful.
Five Guys and Shake Shack are not your typical fast food/drive thru spots. In and Out is the best bang for your buck and hands down freshest quality wise over any other “fast food” establishments”. You’ll be paying close to $20 or more for a burger, fries, and shake at Five Guys and Shake Shack.
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
You're absolutely right. It's way cheaper than 5 guys/shake shack and definitely fresher compared to McDonald's, white castle, burger king etc
@huggie1219
Жыл бұрын
@@uaeats I do appreciate your honesty in all your videos and also reaching out. That’s why I keep watching you. Keep doing what you’re doing. You’ve got a loyal fan in me brother.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
@@uaeatsAnd therefore MUST be factored into the equation PRICE IS IMPORTANT
The burger was an acquired taste for me. I crave it sometimes, but it’s definitely not the most flavorful. It’s just good and clean. The animal style fries usually draw me in though lol
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
True, a friend of mine from Cali who moved from NJ said In N Out grew on her and she now prefers it to any other burger joint
@Purpetratorz
11 ай бұрын
lol ur an idiot if you actually pay for animal style fries, just get spread and add it -_- its the same shit
@galazoulay8498
10 ай бұрын
That’s exactly the reason. You know what you’re getting.
Still the best value for a consistently good burger. Five Guys has pretty good quality, but the prices are ridiculous! No wonder they are beginning to close locations!
@drunkhusband6257
Жыл бұрын
I'd disagree I think McDonalds hands down tastes better.
Lost me at having his flight experience explained for the first 3 mins, what do you expect? 😅
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Sorry. I'll try to reign in the emotions next time
Fries are a weak point at in n out. Slight tip, order them well done to get them crispier... Doesn't solve the starchy issue but does make it better. Lastly, in n out wins on price every time.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
I don’t think comparing five guys and shake shack is fair. Both of those places are literally double or more for the same burger and they’re not drive-through fast food. McDonald’s, Burger King Wendy’s or In-N-Out competition and In-N-Out are far better. In-N-Out fries are good for about five minutes and then they get soggy. I’ve only tried to shake shack once, but I found the burger a bit bland. I need to give it another try. I’m normally not judging Smashburger on their juiciness. It’s usually the complete package and overal taste. It’s difficult to judge the juiciness of a burger when it’s mixed with pickles, grilled onions, spread lettuce, tomatoes.
Great video! Will you go to other LA restaurants like Musso & Frank Grill, Pizzeria Mozza, etc.
YOU TOOK TOO LONG BEFORE EATING IT
All you have to know is that a big Mac combo is $13. In & out double double combo is just a lil over 10 bucks. Shake shack is a sit down restaurant type burger and their double combo is $20. UA If you're still in cali you need to try the habit.
@mw80858
4 ай бұрын
MCD fries 🍟 cost 6 bucks now?!?
Hello UA. I like your videos, I am wondering what camera, stabilizers you use?
I recently found you and enjoyed your videos!!! and I’m really wondering why you can keep such a good skin and curious about your skin care routine lol
@jimklemens5018
10 ай бұрын
I know what he puts on his skin.
Good first time experience. I’m not a fan of the fries but I did learn ask for them “well done” and they double drop them, kinda like McD. This is for regular fries, I’d let them do Animal Style the way they do. The big thing is the not-so-secret Secret Menu. Try a DD Animal Style next time. Google for all the myriad of options. Yes, they can be busy at meal times 7pm dinner. That’s Anthony Bourdain’s favorite location but he loved the chain totally. He always traveled when he was a live and doing his show. The LAX location was like you found out very convenient. That Uber deal sounds awful. Depending on your time in LA and your proximity to Marina del Rey I’d like to suggest Killer Shrimp and of course the dish they named the restaurant after. They have presence on all the big socials for info. Have fun! I’m looking forward to Phillipe’s I’ve only been once but was blown away. It’s just not near me. Oh that mustard on the table, that they make! Oh!
@genekelly8467
10 ай бұрын
Did you mention "Doggy Diner"?
@jbs256
10 ай бұрын
@@genekelly8467 don’t know of it.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
If I'm in the LA/OC area, I have to make at least one stop at In-N-Out. Good burgers, not the best but good. Very good ingredients and sides. Never had bad service as well. Good review.
That location is definitely next to LAX airport. Idk if the guy who greets people waiting in line still works there but he chilled af.
In N Out is by no means greasy. The problem is the secret menu and takes forever to order and get your food because ppl are taking 10 mins to order a burger with all the special requests. get rid of the hidden menu and things will go a lot faster. And then again you probably thing Shake Shak is a great burger.
Dollar for Dollar, there isn't a better burger.
@jglassman1122
Жыл бұрын
You’re right it’s not fair to compare it to burgers that are double the price
@phetsimon
Жыл бұрын
in and out is only good when it's hot and fresh, all that talking he did made the food cold.
@jglassman1122
Жыл бұрын
@@Jeremvy five guys and shake shack are double the price for a burger
@andayaman
Жыл бұрын
@@Jeremvy Where can you get a superior product for $1 more? I don't believe you know what you're talking about.
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
@@Jeremvy huh? Similar sized burger will cost $10 at Shake Shake or 5 guys. That is double the price
You can easily walk from any terminal at LAX to that In n Out. Takes about 20-25 minutes. No shuttles/Ubers necessary. In n Out fries are very average, but are improved if you ask for them well done. Also, In n Out is great bang for the buck. Shake Shake is more expensive.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
I am going to go out on a limb and say part of the reason Shake Shack can use dry aged beef is because they pay their workers less while also charging 2x+ more per burger.
You should get a double double w/ whole grilled onions and add chilis
You should of eaten it as soon as you got it ( hot and fresh)... if you waited more then 5 minutes and it cools down then it's not good anymore..
@Coldworld26
Жыл бұрын
He does this at every review. I get that the video needs an intro and a description etc but he always lets the food get cold then says “it’s dry” “it’s cold”
That location is right by airport…. Tourist pack that location either directly after LAX or before heading to LAX.
That order is literally about $10. For the money its the best. Tell the overall Value since we where crtical with places like SALT BAE.
Gotta get the 3x3 animal-style off the secret menu!
Ill in in n out anyday a third of the price of five guys and shake shack
reminds me of how busy it is at the tropicana one in Vegas . You in LA, are you going to head to Vegas?
Hey UA nice vid. Since you are in Cali, ( I hope you still are), it would be nice to hear your thoughts on Carl Jrs......
I think that In-N-Out is overall an acquired taste. Just a quick note, each location is carefully selected so that the beef is sourced locally. They never freeze their burgers. Everything on the menu grows on you over time. In fact, I'm loving the place so much that even if Five Guys swapped prices with In-N-Out, I would still rather go there.
@yagiunhinged663
8 ай бұрын
When I went to CO (I'm from Florida) I can firmly say the burgers were mid at best and I had way better on the east Coast.
"maybe they aren't using the right potatoes for fries" i don't think a billion dollar burger joint is using the wrong fries for potatoes
@Electricalphil
Жыл бұрын
I did chuckle at that. The actual best potatoes for fries are Kennebick.
@Lucy00111
26 күн бұрын
In-N-Out fries are absolutely terrible. Dry and tasteless. It's very weird how bad they are.
Get ready for more lines on the freeway lol! But have a great time out in Cali!
Somehow I feel shakeshack is using cheap beef, the burgers I tried few times contains lots of hard to chew bits in the meat!
Gonna have to disagree with this one! Don't get me wrong; In n out is CERTAINLY OVERHYPED especially since social media has been blowing things out of proportion; but IMHO it is still the best fast food burger joint where you still get great filling and delicious food for under $15. (my order is always animal fries, double double w chillies and a LARGE choco/vanilla shake ;) Also, you def gotta eat it asap during cold weather otherwise it'll def get a bit dry. The animal fries stay great even if you pop em in the microwave, but yes their regular fry is completely unremarkable if not bad.
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
Stop comparing apples and oranges.. shake shack is twice the price. And maybe try to eat the food while it’s still hot. All fast food turns to shit once it gets cold.
The problem is you waited too long to eat it. It looked brisk outside and fresh hot food doesn’t go well when you’re waiting too long to eat it. I get you have to get your shots and talk for the video, but next time you go just eat it. Same with the fries. Those fries get cold and cardboard like quick if you don’t eat it right when you get it. In N Out isn’t the same even when you use drive thru or take out, unless you eat in the car.
Next time try 4x4 the ratio with the veggies makes more sense like this. It is fast food style burger, not gourmet. Fries, depending on location are better and some locations taste better "light" or "well done" fries. Shake is actually thick, I think you took too much time trying it, and the fact that it melts means it is fresher than others.
Ya its basically a 4 item menu place
I haven’t had In-N-Out in years, but from what I remember it was really, really good. I think the problem is a lot of other fast food places have since caught up with the quality that In-N-Out offers. As I typed that you literally said that too haha
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
Other places caught up but are charging DOUBLE the price
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
I think In N Out is great compared to lower tier fast food chains like McDonald's and burger king, but I still really dislike the fries
@DFrost25
Жыл бұрын
@@uaeats I won’t argue that! Have you had Culver’s? If not, I think you’d really like them. They’re known for their butter burgers!
@shakarussanders9911
11 ай бұрын
@@DFrost25Culver's is so good 😋
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
@@uaeatsINO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
The absolute best food channel on KZread. God Bless Have you ever heard of Cincinnati Chilli and Goetta??? I would love to see your review on that.
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! I have not but now I need to try it
The fries are like that cuz they immediately fry them. They don't double fry them.
@johnkovalicky3389
Жыл бұрын
And that's why they taste like cardboard they're horrible😮
@johnjuarez8005
Жыл бұрын
@@johnkovalicky3389 Correct, but I guess some like them like that.
@johnkovalicky3389
Жыл бұрын
@@johnjuarez8005 and I guess you're right if you have nothing to compare them to is my point those fries at In-N-Out are the bomb just not for me
@johnkovalicky3389
Жыл бұрын
They're horrible but they love them here it's an institution every In-N-Out I-PASS there's a line can't figure it out anyhow happy lunch eating oh by the way Tommy's original Ain't Bad
You ate the fries COLD!!!!!!!!!!!!
I like in n out a lot for what it is. I think it's definitely the best for the price point. But get even a couple dollars more expensive and they're outclassed. Burgers aren't an everyday or even an every month thing so I'd rather spend the extra money when I do have a burger to get a really nice elevated burger with high quality meat and toppings. I'd rather buy a $20 burger from a steakhouse once every month than get an in n out burger 4 times in that same month. I'm not really a fast food person though. Like I said though, for what it is I think it's the best in that lower price tier
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
I agree. Although I do think that if someone mostly values bang for your buck rather than best objective taste In N Out is a solid option
@Lawomenshoops
Жыл бұрын
A couple dollars more? 5 Guys is double the price! Yes, maybe double the weight of beef, but it’s not worth that price. Not sure what Shake Shack costs.
@wegotit2587
Жыл бұрын
@@LawomenshoopsFive Guys distracts their customers with all the topping choices, but if you ever try their most basic burgers at their core (meat, cheese, ketchup and mustard), very very bland. They don’t season their burger patties! Plus they don’t melt their cheese on the burgers and ruin things by wrapping it all in aluminum foil (and not paper lined aluminum foil)….making it all soggy and ruining the experience even more, so how can they justify the high price?
@method341
5 ай бұрын
@@Lawomenshoopsit's literally a few dollars more so he's right.....
@Lawomenshoops
5 ай бұрын
@@method341 idiot. $5 for a double double. $12 for a double cheeseburger at 5 Guys
Shake Shack is better but will also cost you about 80%-100% more. Their Shack Burger is $7 for 500 calories. In and Out cheese burger is $3.65 and is also 500 calories. Huge gap in price
I remember being excited with my first visit there.. I was not impressed...Same with Johnny Rockets.. It is more about the atmosphere than quality. Have you been there?.. They are California based as well..
Shake shack is NASTY and way too expensive!
You’re human. Those who watch you from the beginning understand your frustrations. If you ever go to Austin, TX. Your should try P.Terry’s. I predicted that your review would go this way😂 My reason I like In n Out is because it’s fresh😂 Is there better burger chains with the same price point? Yes. ( P. Terry’s) Good job though.
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
P Terrys use to be great. Now they are way too inconsistent after they went corporate
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being so understanding! After watching this after the fact I do think I should have kept my emotions in check a bit but I'm glad you can relate. Thanks for the rec, I do want to go to Texas sometime!
I've only had in N out a handful of times since I moved here. I still prefer shake shack for burgers but in N out is a good deal and I like the animal fries. I guess we get used to the LAX lines, still better than getting into and out of Jfk! 😂
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
True JFK is a nightmare!
That line is everywhere my friend never been to e slow In N Out in my life. And having Shake Shack and 5 dudes multiple times and tons of burgers across this nation In N out is hands down the GOAT of fast food 🍔’s!!!
Great Video UA I loved your story about traveling to LA and Lax and I agree with you 100 percent we had to get a bus to get our rental car I live on east coast too and was hungry 😂
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Indeed, if you have no one to pick you up or you're not willing to pay for uber black, the commute to your hotel from LAX is quite a pain!
In and out will never lose in California. Gordon Ramsey loves them.
@henrysantiago5997
9 ай бұрын
Cali Burgers suck...stick with your Taco's
In-n-out is a great burger if you’ve never had Shake Shack
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
And Shake Shack burger is nothing compared to Ruth Chris steak burger. See how easy it is to compare something that cost double the price?
@MichaelBrown-pg5dy
Жыл бұрын
@@steveno7058 honestly, I'd rather have the SS burger over Ruth's Chris
I always take a bus to Union Station ($10) downtown then go from there. We appreciate all your hard work and sacrifices to show us your food, thanks 4 the vid UA!
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
You are my culinary hero- BEST critic out there and a true lover of good food. Keep making videos!!!!!!
You have to try Culver's.
@steveno7058
Жыл бұрын
Its good. But the one in my area is inconsistent. Sometimes the ingredients are not fresh
in-n-out is definitely a hit or miss when it comes to people outside of california or people who have never tried it. What makes in-n-out the best is the customization. People order what pleases their taste buds. They might only have 3 different burgers but you can customize it to your liking. I personally LOVE LOVE LOVE the 3x3 animal style, with whole grilled onions + raw onions, extra toasted buns with chopped chillis. Fries have to be well done.
In n Out was the late Anthony Bourdain's favorite restaurant in LA which really says something. I'd suggest trying another location or sampling a bite of the burger before all the vlog talking. I'm sure letting the food sit there for 15 minutes affects it.
In-N-Out is awesome for what you pay for it, especially when it's priced similar to McD or like half the price of Shack Shack. Totally agree the fries are just meh.
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Makes sense! It's definitly solid for that tier of fast food and also cheaper too
As a Californian, I would say the shakes are the best, the Double-Double in really good, and the fries are sub-par.
@erwinsm10
10 ай бұрын
Just my opinion, in n out burgers is by far the best fresh tasting burger for me , it is consistently delicious. Judge it by taste and freshness .
@jpkaneshida5075
Ай бұрын
INO fries are DELICIOUS. People have been conditioned by JUNK processed, frozen food. Once you UNcondition your mind, you'll see.
The difference between In N Out Fries and Five Guys is they're not Double Fried....but if you're old enough and ate Fast Food pre 1985 they're more akin too fries you would get at County/State Fair....The Problem with nearly everyone who does a Review of In N Out is Not Eating the Damn Food While It's HOT
Compare the cost of Shake and Five Guys as well. Yes, they are sticking to their basics. That is why they are so popular. Find the other with massive lines inside and out? I bet you can't.
Yes. It’s usually that busy for an In N Out. In almost all locations. You should have gotten a 4x4!! 😂
My sister & I went to an In-n-Out, my 1st time..not impressed..the fries were terrible....I will stick with Five Guys, & Killer Burger!
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
Big fan of Five Guys!
@Wilbrown89
9 ай бұрын
The fries are awful at in N Out. Go for the burgers.
i love In and Out burger. I also LIKE Shake Shack burgers. The first time I had Shake Shack I thought it was much better than In and Out. The meat patty is better in flavor than the In and Out patty. But one thing I've noticed is that the consistency between the two. Almost every time I get a Shake Shack burger it always looks thrown together sloppily. Sometimes the burger is only on 30% of the bun! Every once in a blue moon I get a really nice Shake Shack burger but usually it looks like hell. But at In and Out the bun is always fresh and sitting on top of the ingredients which are always fresh. Much fresher than In and Out. And I've been through more than a few In and Out Burgers- LA, Bay Area, Vegas, etc. And the quality is top notch at all of them. The one in LA was particularly great. So good I went back in to get another before my return trip to NY! And of course the price- so much cheaper than Shake Shack. For me all things together make In and Out the winner for me. Just having a great meat patty alone isn't enough. Maybe quality of Shake Shack has gone down since it expanded? When they had the only one in Madison Park Midtown.. that one was great. Still was more expensive but at that time I thought it was a lot better than In and Out. But now i've changed my mind. I always have In and Out at least a few times when I come to the West Coast. And also...if you go during lunch or dinner... its always busy like that. Every single time...a testament to the love Californians have for the brand. Now if we could only get one on the East Coast...:)
I guess for the price it looked decent
The thing about In n Out, is that value-wise, no other fast food/ fast casual burger competes.
In and Out is great in the most mediocre way and I say this as someone that lives in California and has gone to in and out many, many, many times. It's never going to blow your socks off, I think a lot of people do it a real disservice over hyping it because outsiders that come in to try it are almost always disappointed because on it's best day, it's just a good tasting simple burger that's real claim to fame is it's clean and fresh and you almost never feel bloated afterwards or risk a random food poisoning, looking at you burger king... It's not the best burger, but it's priced great, always hits the spot, is consistent and just generally safe. I feel like a lot of fast foods you are literally at the mercy of each individual store, like you may have 3 kfcs in town, but one of them is absolute dog shit and one of them is safe and consistent, ect, where as in and out is pretty much great at every location because they all try to live up to a high standard and never feel like they are just coasting doing the bare minimal to get by. Their shakes are also great, the fries, I don't think they are nearly as bad as some people cry, but they are the weakest of the 3 main items. I think Californians over praise it not to trick people, just most of us are well aware in the world of fast food, we are lucky to have them around because rather you go there a lot or once in awhile, it's always going to be good and not break the bank like some fast foods are trying to do now adays, mc donalds is on it's way to becoming a high end steak house with how expensive they have gotten these days. It's really something you can only appreciate if you live here or an area that has in and out and will understand why we rate it so highly and are so fond of it, but I think it's crazy to travel here just to try it like some people claim to do, I mean if your coming to California for other reasons, then yeah add it to the bucket list. I think people should temper their expectations tho and not expect a profound tasting burger, but just appreciate for it for being a clean, fresh, and simple well executed burger. Bonus points is since the employees are paid better and treated a lot better than most fast food places, disgruntled employees are not really an issue here. I can only imagine how much spit and gunk goes into food at some of the other fast food restaurants with lower standards and under poor management.
@eddiew2325
10 ай бұрын
you can thank Yellow Productions for that. he hypes the hell out of In n OUt
@k-mark9187
8 ай бұрын
Sort of like East coasters hyping up shake shack and then it comes to the west coast and it basically taste subpar - five guys and shake shack are higher tier in price and they both taste pretty bad.
@Saryrn_Sorrow
8 ай бұрын
@@k-mark9187 Haven't tried shake shack yet, but man was I disappointed by five guys. All fast food is expensive these days, but five guys is insanely over priced and what made it worse was it wasn't that great. I mean it was good( I say good, but it was really just ok, kind of forced myself to think it was good after paying so much for such a subpar burger), but no where close to being anywhere good enough for it's price. Feel like five guys is a legit gimmick and meme place after eating there, no way people pay those prices to eat that poor quality of burger often, if you're going to charge that much the burger better blow my damn socks off.
Half the pleasure is sitting in the restaurant. The burgers are ok but I am in love with the nostalgia
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
It was absolutely a very cool atmosphere. Felt like a restaurant frozen in time
I had no idea you can’t take an uber from LAX! Something to remember when i head there again in future. Anyhow, so nice to see you in LA! Are you headed to anywhere else in CA? Please do a little SD trip if you can 😊
@uaeats
Жыл бұрын
You can but it has to be uber black, so you'd be paying at least $40. Unless you have someone picking you up, be ready to wait for a shuttle that will drive about 20 minutes to an uber pickup point, and then wait for an uber/cab from there, so an extra 45 minutes at least to your travel plans. And nope I'm not in CA anymore but I hear SD is wonderful so I'll have to visit sometime!
IO burger is so over hyped. I ate there once and while the burger was just okay, the fries were bland and limp. Good shakes but every joint does them good. Haven’t been back.
Shake Shack & Five Guys are NOT fast food! They don't even have drive throughs. Not that I consider In-n-out to be fast food. You're also not even in the same price tier with Shake Shack or Five Guys. They are at least 30% more expensive if not double. Especially with a milk shake. Also STFU and just eat the damn food. In-n-out has the shortest shelf life of any of the burger joints. I get that you need to make a review, but you're letting the food go cold. Not that it will save the fries. Everyone agrees they are disgusting. However, they are strait up garbage if you wait more than 5 min. Animal Style is, IMO the only way to make them even palatable. That, or ask for "well done" friend and ask for a pack of "spread" on the side.