Howdy Burger LOVERS!

DO YOU LOVE OOEY, GOOEY, MEATY, DELICIOUS DOUBLE CHEESEBURGERS? I discovered the BEST cheeseburger chain restaurants offering the BEST double cheeseburgers in AMERICA so you can enjoy them!

I’m so happy because it’s National Double Cheeseburger Day 2024 in the USA! We decided to have a BURGER PARTY on Merit Street with my TOP TEN National chain burger choices. There are a multitude of fantastic national burger chains offering fresh, cheesy, and delicious double cheeseburger options. I know this because I’ve been in the BURGER business my entire life. I want to share my tasty burger discoveries with you so everyone can enjoy an unforgettable DOUBLE CHEESEBURGER. 

I’ve eaten burgers coast to coast for decades and have noticed in my travels that burgers are one of the most sought-after sandwiches in the world. The burger business is crazy in the U.S.A. and the consumption numbers are unbelievable. We sold 50 billion burgers in 2023 alone in the USA. WHICH MEANS THE AVERAGE AMERICAN EATS ABOUT 3 BURGERS A WEEK. McDonald’s alone sells 75 burgers a second! What? Yes, 75 burgers a second! This roughly breaks down as 4,500 burgers every minute, 270,000 every hour, 6.48 million a day, and 2.36 billion burgers yearly. 50 Billion burgers sold in the USA is shocking, but I know how many folks love a succulent, savory, and delicious burger.

Let’s talk about what makes a DELICIOUS CHEESEBURGER. First, you have to start with a fresh and tasty bun. The patty has to be 100% beef combined with the freshest vegetables or toppings. When you combine these steps, you can achieve a very tasty burger. It’s important to remember that a mojority of chain restaurants use custom sauce creations and other creative options that creates a unique burger style for their brand. 

All this being said let’s see who has the TOP 10 DOUBLE CHEESEBURGERS NATIONALLY so you can chow down. 

1.FATBURGER & BUFFALO EXPRESS – USA 100 Locations 

Website: https://fatburger.com

Burger: FATBURGER KINGBURGER + (DOUBLE 1Ib.)

The burger that made them famous. Double the patties equals a full pound of 100% pure lean beef, fresh ground and grilled to perfection. Served on a toasted sponge-dough bun. Order it with “The Works” for the full Fat experience (Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayo, Mustard, Pickles, Relish), or customize with fresh toppings and add-ons. Do not forget to add the FAT FRIES! ” You Better Buckle Up Butter Cup! You’re Going On A Ride To STRAIGHT to Burger DELICIOUSVILLE! ”

I enjoyed my first FATBURGER in Los Angeles years ago and I’ve been a BIG FAN ever since. They use fresh never frozen patties and add their FATBURGER magic to create one of the most delicious unforgettable burgers. Their story started in 1947 with only three-stool burger stand. The rest they say is history. They’ve been slang’n deliciousness ever since then for all to enjoy. They have locations in multiple states and are the BEST in the USA for quick serve burger option. Just hit their website to enjoy. 

2. SHAKE SHACK – USA 540 Locations

Website: https://shakeshack.com

Burger: SMOKESHACK + (Double) 

The burger has 100% angus beef cheeseburger topped with applewood-smoked bacon, chopped cherry peppers, and ShackSauce on a fresh toasted potato bun. You can add a patty like I do to make it a double. “It’s TIME to get SMOKED BABY! ” 

I didn’t discover Shack Shack until a few years ago and I loved it. Plenty of burger options to choose from and they offer ( LTOS ) frequently which will keep folks coming back.  If you’ve never tried the SHACK, I highly recommend you make the trip to chow down. The burgers are a flavor explosion with every bite. Easily one of the BEST in the USA. 

3. BLACK TAP CRAFT BURGERS & BEER – USA 7 Locations 

Website:https://blacktap.com 

Burger: THE CHAMP + (DOUBLE)

The burger starts with a fresh bun, then it gets fresh American Wagyu beef, blue cheese, house buttermilk-dill sauce and fresh arugula to top off this creative craft burger. ” It’s time to get CRAZY at the TAP! ” 

They have ( 7 ) locations in ( 7 ) states and they’re the smallest nationally chain on my list. But make no mistake about it, they’re one of the BEST in the USA.  I discovered them a few years ago when they invited me to a grand opening party. They offer an A-list of legendary burgers. Outrageous CRAZYSHAKES® which are massive works of art loaded with candy, sweets and cakes. YES, I said CAKE! SOME HAVE BIG PHAT CAKE SLICES ON TOP. They offer over the top everything including their vibrant, colorful neon art deco interiors. They also feature 80’s and 90’s music blasting through the speakers. Their story started in the SOHO district of NEW YORK and is spreading like wildfire. Offering more locations Internationally then in the USA. Head to their website to see where they’re slang’n’ and flipp’n because you will LOVE THEM. 

4. SMASH BURGER – USA 240 Locations

Website: https://smashburger.com

Burger: SMASHBURGER + (DOUBLE)

The burger starts with a fresh bun. Then it’s prepared with two Certified Angus Beef patties, American cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, house prepared Smash Sauce®, ketchup, all stacked between toasted buns. I like to add their fresh bacon for a KA-POW of flavor. Oh, yea SMASH IT! SMASH IT REAL GOOD! Don’t forget to add some of their amazing SMASH TOTS®. They are Crispy golden brown tots tossed in rosemary, garlic, olive oil. “HOLY TOTS!”

I discovered them in Denver and was hooked ever since my first bite. Their story started on Glendale Ave in Denver, Colorado back in 2007. They developed custom-forged burger smashers that smash the patties on the grill to create SMASHBURGER perfection. They’ve been spreading their SMASHBURGER deliciousness through the USA like wildfire because folks become easily addicted after one bite. Without question one of the BEST in the USA. Hit their website and find a location near year to start chowing down. 

5. THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY – USA 336 Locations

Website: https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com

Burger: FRENCH DIP CHEESEBURGER + (DOUBLE)

This isn’t your granddaddy’s cheese burger it’s a GLAMBURGER! It all starts with a freshly toasted Brioche Roll for a bun. Then it gets certified Angus beef, buttery grilled onions, sriracha mayo, and American cheese. It’s served with house prepared “MAGIC” au jus sauce for dipping. ” This burger is UNIQUE, CREATIVE  and simply DRIPP’IN with DELICIOUSNESS! (Add patty for DOUBLE)

I can’t even tell you when I discovered The Cheese Cake Factory all I can say is anything you order from there will be served with big portions and loaded with deliciousness. That’s not just a statement, it’s a FACT! Their story started in the 1940’s in Detroit, Michigan when Evelyn Overton opened a small bakery. in 1947 her and her husband moved to Los Angeles and opened the first Cheesecake Factory and Bakery. The rest is history! You should try this cheese burger because it’s one of the BEST in the USA.  You better request a second napkin when placing your order. You will need it for the “MAGIC” deliciousness dripp’n off your chin. Because drip it does! Like rain water falling from the shy with every bite. DO NOT forget a BIG PHAT slice of CHEESECAKE with your burger you will THANK ME later. 

6. RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS & BREWS – USA 513 Locations 

Website: https://www.redrobinpa.com

Burger: THE MONSTER CHEESE BURGER + (DOUBLE)

It all starts with a fresh bun. Two grilled patties, with your choice of cheeses, fresh onion, pickle relish, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and mayo. This combination creates a BANG’N MONSTER DOUBLE BURGER that’s loaded with deliciousness. ” Its TIME TO FEED YOUR MONSTER BABY! DO NOT forget and bottomless Steak Fries.

I was introduced to RED ROBIN years ago when I visited ARIZONA and I’ve been a BIG fan ever since my first bite. I love the endless steak fries topped with their signature seasoning blend that’s normally located on each table for easy access. Their story started back in 1940’s as Sam’s Tavern in Seattle, Washington. They’ve continued to grow with over 500 USA locations offering CRAVE WORTHLY burgers. Hit their website for a location you will THANK me later. 

7. In-N-Out Burgers – USA 417 Locations

Website: https://www.in-n-out.com

Burger: DOUBLE DOUBLE (Animal Style) 

Holy Burgers! This one is ANIMAL STYLE! It all starts with a freshly toasted bun. Then it gets double patties with standard toppings. Tomato’s, hand-leafed lettuce and “spread“, In-N-Out sauce similar to Thousand Island dressing. But when you turn it ANIMAL STYLE the patties will be cooked in mustard and served with pickles, extra In-N-Out spread and loads of grilled onions. This is in addition to the standard toppings. “Are you ready to get ANIMALISTIC?” GRRRRRRRR! 

It all started in 1948 in Baldwin Park, California and has exploded to 417 locations. People are serious about In-N-Out burgers standing in lines for hours at times to chow down on their favorite burger. I was introduced to my first In-N-Out burger in Las Vegas, Nevada years ago and never forget my first experience. I would highly recommend to take a ride over and get ANIMALISTIC at In-N-Out Burger.  Hit their website for locations. 

8. BURGERFi – USA 125 Locations 

Website: https://www.burgerfi.

Burger: ULTIMATE BACON CHEESEBURGER

Oh, Yea time to get BUGERFi’D! It all starts with a freshly toasted and branded bun. Then it gets two antibiotic FREE certified ANGUS patties,  two slices of American cheese, double fresh crispy bacon, and their famed Fi Sauce. I suggest substituting the Fi Sauce for their GARLIC Aioli infused with real roasted garlic. YES! WHAT A BURGER! 

They are a NEW chain of sorts by industry standards. They started slang’n burgers in 2011 and have been slang’n next-level burgers prepared with fresh ingredients. They only use top suppliers accross the country with an uncompromising standard for flavor and quality in everything they do. I discovered them in my travels to Florida a few years ago and have enjoyed them ever since my first burger. I would highly recommend you add a ( CRY + FRY ) which is a combo of fresh onion rings and fries. You will UNDERSTAND what getting BUGERFi’D means with each bite! WOO WEE! 

9. WENDY’S Old Fashion Hamburgers – USA 6205 Locations

Website: https://www.wendys.com

Burger: PRETZEL BACONATOR + (DOUBLE)

Oh, this burger is TWISTED!  It all starts with a freshly toasted warm PRETZEL bun. Then it gets two patties equaling a half-pound* of fresh, never-frozen beef,  American cheese, six strips of crispy Applewood smoked bacon, ketchup, and mayo. It’s the OLD BIG PHAT BACON BACONATOR but they twisted it. ” ARE YOU READY TO GET TWISTED? ” 

It all began in 1969 when Dave Thomas opened his first Wendy’s location in Columbus, Ohio. Since then they’ve been through a varitey of menus and operational changes. They’ve continued to be trend setters and influencers in world-wide burger scene.

I was introduced to WENDY’S decades ago when I worked for them in HIGH SCHOOL. After SCHOOL it was one of my first summer jobs where I became a manager then a training manager for the WENDY’S corporation. To say and know I understand WENDY’S and their operations would be understated. They have some of the freshest and most delicious burgers in the USA without QUESTION. Hit their website for a location but I’m sure you can find one without that.  DO NOT FORGET A FROSTY! 

10. DAIRY QUEEN – USA 4300 Locations 

Website: https://www.dairyqueen.com

DQ Burger USA: FLAMETHROWER 

DAIRY QUEEN TEXAS – 637 Locations 

Website: https://dqtexas.com

DQ Burger TEXAS: BELTBUSTER W/CHEESE

Many folks don’t know DQ USA offers a different menu than offered at TEXAS DQ locations. DQ USA began in 1940 in Joliet, Illinois only offering ice cream and treats. DQ Texas didn’t began until a decade later and the rest is history. It is for that reason we have TWO WINNING DQ Burgers on our list. Oh, these DQ Burgers! Are you READY for some legendary deliciousness!

The FLAMETHROWER BURGER which you can only get outside of TEXAS. Starts with a freshly tasted bun.  Then it gets two 100% seasoned real beef patties, topped with fiery DQ® FlameThrower® sauce, perfectly melted Pepper Jack, jalapeno bacon, tomato’s and lettuce.  IT’S A FIREY EXPOSION of DELICIOUSNESS WITH EVERY BITE!

The TEXAS BELT BUSTER which you can only get at a TEXAS DAIRY QUEEN location. It all starts with a freshly toasted bun. Then it gets two 1/4 lb. grilled beef patties topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, purple onions, tangy pickles and bold yellow mustard. ” TWO BIG PATTIES ONE BIG BUN TAKES A REAL TEXAN TO FINISH ONE! ” A lifetime favorite burger of mine. 

 My introduction to Dairy Queen is very interesting. I grew up cooking at DQ’s and started working at them before I could see over the counter. My Father BARNEY CHAPMAN was the helping catalyst to bring DQ to TEXAS in 60’s with ROLLY KLOSE. He was involved in some way with development and construction of over 250 DQ’s in four states and five foreign countries.  When they say the rest is history it truly is a fact. He became one the LARGEST OWNERS and BIGGEST INFULENCERS in the history of Dairy Queen. I’ve been filpp’n burgers all my life and proud of it! One might say I have A “PhD” in Burgers 

Please enjoy our list and try these delicious burgers because I know you will love. You can follow our coast-to-coast foodie and travel adventures on our social media and website. We are always looking for the BEST BURGERS, BBQ, BAGELS, DONUTS, PIZZAS and SWEET SAVORY TREATS.  Follow us for deliciousness and wonderful hotel and resort information too. 

Trey (Chow Down) Chapman