Chow Down Atlanta

I’ve liked 5SB’s burgers ever since I tasted it a couple of years back. Burgers to me is such a comfort food. When I was growing up, burgers were not part of our 3-square-meals diet — mom made home-cooked, elaborate meals — rather, they were considered snacks: a mid-afternoon fare to tide us over until dinner time. Our burger snacks were always of the restaurant variety so I was used to eating thick, juicy, fresh burgers. Now that I’m an adult, I eat all kinds of burgers. Even the fast-food variety. Sometimes.

For a good burger, I usually pop in to 5SB. I like that they use organic or grass-fed meat, though, honestly, it doesn’t matter to me. It sounds so healthy, in any case. I like 5SB’s perfectly-grilled burger. It’s thick and juicy and tasty. I like the golden crispy fries. It’s a perfect accompaniment to a perfect burger. With a soft bun, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and a slice of pickles, it makes for an amazing meal. Or snack.

Another favorite is the Fried French Chicken. It’s not your typical Southern crispy fried chicken. Theirs is baked then lightly fried just enough to make the skin brown. Served on a bed of thinly, grated steamed squash and some smashed potatoes, then drizzled with milky gravy, it is a fantastic meal. The chicken is well seasoned, tender, and juicy. The squash gives a sweetish complement to the saltiness of the gravy while the smashed potatoes just goes with the entire entree.

For beer enthusiasts, 5SB is the place for you; with a vast selection of world-class home brews, there’s surely one (or two) that will keep you coming back. 5SB is a good gathering place to have great food and great beer.

Insider tip:
Their caffeine-free rootbeer is delicious!
Third location near Howell Mill opening soon.

The scoop:
5 Seasons Brewing

The Prado:
5600 Roswell Rd., Sandy Springs
404-255-9511

Alpharetta:
3655 Old Milton Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30005
770.521.5551

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Five Guys Famous Burgers And Fries has been taking the Southeast area by storm. Touting fresh burgers made-to-order, they pride in not ever freezing or microwaving anything on their menu.

I love 5G because of their unpretentious attitude. They’re not trying to be an upscale restaurant. If you can remember that and think of it as a walk-in only, step-above-”fast-food”-joint where you can get cooked-to-order juicy burgers, then you’ll have a grand time at this place. And if that’s not enough to wow you, then have a taste of their fries and you’ll know what I mean.

While a bit pricier than your average hamburger fast-food joint, 5G seperates from them by starting with freshly-ground beef and hand-cut fries. The burgers are really good and the fries are out of this world. Although all burgers are cooked well-done, you’ll hardly notice because of it’s juiciness and tastiness. And with 15 toppings to choose from, you can have your perfect burger. The fries, cooked in peanut oil, are peeled and hand-cut every morning. They are fried to perfection with the necessary crispiness on the outside. So go and get yourself a 5G burger and fries and see what the rage is all about.

Insider tip:

There are complimentary jumbo peanuts to munch on while waiting for your food. The regular serving of fries is good enough for two people. Try the Cajun — it’s delicious.

The scoop:

Five Guys Famous Burgers and Fries
Open daily from 11AM

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