Mind-Blowing Math: How Many Ways Can You Customize a Five Guys Burger?

Five Guys offers over 15 free toppings for their burgers, but have you ever wondered exactly how many different combinations are possible?

The Basic Math

With toppings including mayo, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, ketchup, mustard, relish, raw onions, jalapeños, green peppers, A.1. sauce, BBQ sauce, and hot sauce, the mathematical possibilities are staggering.

If we consider that each topping can either be included or not included, we're looking at 2^15 possible combinations, which equals 32,768 different ways to customize your burger!

But Wait, There's More

But wait, it gets even more interesting. If you factor in the different burger bases (hamburger, cheeseburger, bacon burger, bacon cheeseburger, and their "little" versions), plus the option to add extra patties, cheese, or bacon, the number jumps to over 250,000 possible combinations.

Revolutionary Customization

This level of customization was revolutionary when Five Guys started and remains one of their key differentiators. The philosophy is simple: give customers exactly what they want, exactly how they want it.

The Most Popular Choice

The most popular combination? A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, grilled onions, and mayo – but with 250,000+ options, there's truly something for everyone.

Quality Control Challenge

Managing this level of customization while maintaining quality and speed is no small feat, but Five Guys has built their entire operation around making it work seamlessly.