Let’s be honest—Five Guys already offers a pretty unbeatable burger experience. With juicy patties, a mountain of free toppings, and those signature skin-on fries, it’s hard to walk away disappointed.
But what many fans don’t realize is that some of the best things Five Guys has to offer aren’t listed on the menu at all.
Thanks to its highly customizable ordering system, Five Guys is home to a secret menu that’s built on creativity and a little insider knowledge. From outrageous burger mashups to over-the-top milkshake hacks, these secret items can take your next visit from great to unforgettable.
Here’s a rundown of the best Five Guys secret menu items—and exactly how to order them.
1. Patty Melt
A patty melt is essentially a simplified version of the double grilled cheeseburger. Instead of two sandwiches, it’s just one grilled cheese upgraded with a burger patty inside. Order a grilled cheese and ask to add a beef patty, plus grilled onions to keep things traditional.
The crisp, buttery bread and melted cheese make this a comforting, satisfying choice.
2. Animal Style Fries (Five Guys Edition)
Inspired by the famous In-N-Out fries, the Five Guys version features their signature fries loaded with toppings. Ask for grilled onions, melted cheese, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce on your fries. You can also add jalapeños or hot sauce for an extra kick.
It’s sweet, savory, and messy in all the right ways.
3. The Presidential Burger
This burger was reportedly Barack Obama’s go-to order: a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, jalapeños, and mustard. It’s a simple yet flavorful combo with a little bit of heat and a clean finish.
If you’re looking for something straightforward but still exciting, this one’s worth trying.
4. In-N-Out Style Burger
Fans of the West Coast will appreciate this nod to In-N-Out.
Order your Five Guys burger with grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mustard, and pickles. It delivers a tangy, savory flavor profile reminiscent of a Double-Double, but with that classic Five Guys beefy goodness.
5. Burger Bowl or Lettuce-Wrapped Burger
If you’re avoiding carbs or gluten, Five Guys has you covered. Ask for your burger in a bowl or wrapped in lettuce instead of the traditional bun. You can still load it up with all the toppings, sauces, and cheese you want.
It’s a lighter way to enjoy all the flavor without the bread.
6. Upgraded BLT
Start with the standard BLT, then make it your own by adding cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños, mushrooms, or even a burger patty. The base sandwich already features a generous portion of bacon, but the custom add-ons take it from good to great. It’s a flexible option that lets you go as wild or as simple as you like.
7. Extra-Crispy Fries Hack
This isn’t a secret item so much as a secret style. Just ask for your fries “extra crispy” or “well done,” and the crew will leave them in the fryer a bit longer.
You’ll get golden-brown fries with a serious crunch. Perfect for those who love a crispy edge.
8. The Artery Annihilator
As the name suggests, this one isn’t for the faint of heart. The Artery Annihilator starts with a double bacon cheeseburger, but swaps the buns for grilled cheese sandwiches. Then it’s stacked with grilled onions, mushrooms, and extra cheese.
It’s rich, heavy, and completely over-the-top—exactly what a cheat day demands.
9. Grilled Dog
This hack upgrades a regular hot dog by splitting it and grilling it flat on the griddle for extra char. Just ask for your dog “grilled” or “split and grilled.” You’ll get more surface area for caramelization, and a hot dog that eats more like a sausage patty—ideal with grilled onions or jalapeños.
10. Extra-Chunky Chocolate Peanut Butter Bacon Protein Shake
Start with a chocolate milkshake and add peanut butter, bacon, and malted milk. It may sound wild, but the salty-sweet combo is a flavor bomb. For extra indulgence, add banana or caramel.
11. Veggie-BLT
A solid option for vegetarians, the Veggie-BLT is a bacon-less version of the classic. Start with a BLT and remove the bacon, then add grilled onions, mushrooms, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and any sauces you like.
You’ll still get the savory, melty satisfaction of a sandwich—without the meat.
12. Breaking Windy City Dog
This Five Guys take on the Chicago-style dog brings big Midwestern energy. Ask for a hot dog loaded with tomato, pickles, grilled onions, relish, mustard, and hot sauce.
It’s tangy, spicy, and crunchy with every bite—a messy, bold take on a regional classic.
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