Introduction
Eat This Not That is proud to present the fastest growing burger chain in America, according to new data. This chain has been rapidly expanding across the country, and it’s no surprise why. With delicious burgers, fresh ingredients, and a commitment to quality, this chain is quickly becoming a favorite among burger lovers. Read on to learn more about this rapidly growing burger chain and why it’s so popular.
This Is the Fastest Growing Burger Chain In America, New Data Shows
According to a new report from market research firm Technomic, the fastest growing burger chain in America is Five Guys. The chain has seen a whopping 8.9 percent growth in sales over the past year, making it the fastest growing burger chain in the country.
Five Guys is known for its made-to-order burgers, fries, and hot dogs. The chain has been around since 1986, but has seen a surge in popularity in recent years. The chain now has over 1,500 locations in the United States and Canada.
The report also found that the second fastest growing burger chain in the country is Shake Shack, which saw a 7.7 percent growth in sales over the past year. Shake Shack is known for its high-quality burgers, shakes, and fries. The chain has been around since 2004 and now has over 200 locations in the United States and abroad.
The report also found that the third fastest growing burger chain in the country is In-N-Out Burger, which saw a 6.7 percent growth in sales over the past year. In-N-Out Burger is known for its classic burgers, fries, and shakes. The chain has been around since 1948 and now has over 300 locations in the United States.
These three burger chains are leading the way in terms of growth, but there are plenty of other burger chains that are also seeing success. Burger King, Wendy’s, and McDonald’s are all seeing growth in sales, as well.
So if you’re looking for a delicious burger, you can’t go wrong with any of these chains. Whether you’re looking for a classic burger or something a little more unique, these chains have something for everyone.
Burgers are a good horse to bet on. Compared to other restaurant concepts that have struggled since the pandemic, the most consistently performing chains continue to be the ones that serve beef between two buns, clocking in an additional 13% of sales in 2021.
The old burger giants better watch out, however. There is a new up-and-coming restaurant chain that’s growing at an unprecedented pace. Casual dining chain Wahlburgers has seen tremendous growth, proving there is always room for a good burger concept to stake a claim in the market. In fact, according to the Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report, the brand has seen a near 104% increase in sales since 2019, when most restaurants were battling pandemic setbacks.
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Massachusetts-based Wahlburgers is owned by chef Paul Wahlberg and his brothers, actors Donnie and Mark. The chain has been operating since 2011 and currently has 90+ locations across 23 states, spanning from East to West Coast.
Besides the celebrity status of the owners, the chain is known for its top-notch gourmet burgers, which use a blend of fresh Angus beef. The premium American cheese melted on them is humorously referred to as “government cheese,” an homage to the Wahlberg family’s humble roots.
According to the Technomic Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report, Wahlburgers is the fastest-growing burger chain in America by a long shot. Other burger brands showing major sales growth of their own are Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, which increased its sales by 41.63% since 2019, Culver’s with a growth of 38.64%, and Farmer Boys with 28.53% sales growth. Additionally, Five Guys (25.95%), Cook-Out Restaurant (24.94%), SONIC Drive-In (24.49%), Shake Shack (23.20%), In-N-Out Burger (22.51%), and Whataburger (20.87%) all saw significant growth during that period.
Part of Wahlburgers’ astonishing success has been due to a successful deal with grocery giant Hy-Vee, which replaced all 21 of its shuttered Market Grille restaurants with the locations of the burger chain.
Correction: May 17.2022
An earlier version of this article misidentified Wahlburgers as having 52 locations. The company has informed us it has 90+ locations, including locations in Canada, Australia, and Germany.
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Amber Lake