Bite Down On A Big Birthday Celebration!
One of California’s most famous burger chains celebrated a big milestone on October 22.
Yes, the burger that the rest of the US can only dream about got one year older and another year better!
Happy 75th birthday, In-N-Out!
For those unaware, the fast food burger chain called “In-N-Out Burger” opened its doors on Oct. 22, 1948 in Baldwin Park, a suburb of Los Angeles California.
The distinctive building a sign will draw your attention, as well as the never-ending LONG LONG LONG lineup of cars all day and night – you can order inside or drive-thru, and there is always a crowd!
Their “Secret” Menu!
In the 75 years since it first opened, the chain has slowly expanded throughout California, Arizona and a few in Texas, and it’s mystique has grown as well – mostly because the chain refuses to expand east – oh, and they have a wild “secret menu” as well!
Try The “Protein Style” Burger!
Exactly what you expect: all protein, no bun! Instead, the burgers and cheese are surrounded by lettuce, tomato and onion, plus their secret sauce!
The “Animal Style” Burger!
This is the most well-known secret menu item: it’s a patty that has been grilled with a coating of mustard, then they add pickles, and lots of grilled onions smothered in cheese!
The Legendary “Animal Style” Fries!
Yes, they take your french fries, smother them in grilled onions, cheese and sauce, and serve them up looking as good as they taste – and on this day, I got them with a “double double” – two patty burger, the most popular one they serve!
In-N-Out’s “No Flavor” Fries!
Now, going rogue here for a moment: if you get the fries here, you MUST get them animal style, because their fries simply don’t have any flavor! I’ve been told to order them well done, but if that’s what it takes to give them a nice potato flavor, no thanks…seriously, the only big flaw in the “In-n”out” legend…so, get them like this or not at all:
Thanks to Thrillist.com for the secret menu items – there are more of course, which you can see here:
https://www.thrillist.com/eat/los-angeles/the-in-n-out-secret-menu-ranked#
Sorry East Coast, you’re not going to get an In-N-Out Burger any time soon. The President of the company said they have no plans to open east of the Mississippi….the iconic hamburger chain will remain western US only.
The restaurant now has 334 locations in six states, so happy birthday and here’s to 70 more!
East Coasters, don’t complain too much, because you have a pretty spectacular chain or your own:
Behold The “Shake Shack” Burger!
While Shake Shake is expanding everywhere, it got it’s start in New York City, and it’s an amazing burger as well – see my review here:
And Taylor’s Refresher from Napa Valley would also like to weigh in:
Here is my review of Napa’s legendary hamburger stand, as well as the story behind their epic burger battle:
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I LOVE In-N-Out burgers! We always go whenever we’re in California, so had one last week! Don’t mind the fries either, but I know what you mean. Can’t wait till they inch their way up to Seattle. They made it to Oregon, so it shouldn’t be too long.
There is an ongoing battle in the company about expanding..we will see but they make a good burger! Thanks for commenting!
Sadly, that is one US burger chain that didn’t make it across the Atlantic to the UK, John. Shame about that!
Best ishes, Pete.
Pete, the family had a big battle about whether to expand past their limited reach in the US as well…seems they want to be “cult” forever! It’s a really good burger for those who love them! Cheers!