Five Guys Cheeseburger: Calories & Nutrition
Per serving (303g (10.7 oz)). Source: Five Guys Nutrition Facts, March 2026.
The Five Guys Cheeseburger features two hand-formed beef patties and two slices of American cheese with your choice of free toppings on a sesame seed bun. At 984 calories with 45g of protein, it is one of the highest-calorie standard burgers in fast food. Five Guys uses fresh, never-frozen 80/20 ground beef, and their regular burger always includes two patties (the single-patty version is called the "Little" burger). All toppings are free and unlimited, including lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mushrooms, jalapenos, and more. The generous beef portions and customizable toppings have made Five Guys a premium burger destination.
Full Nutrition Breakdown
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 984 | 49% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 15% |
| Fat | 55g | 71% |
| Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 47% |
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference).
What's in a Five Guys Cheeseburger?
Calorie and macro contribution of each ingredient.
| Ingredient | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sesame Seed Bun | 260 | 8g | 38g | 6g |
| Beef Patties (2 x 94g / 3.3 oz each) | 474 | 30g | 0g | 38g |
| American Cheese (2 slices) | 120 | 7g | 2g | 9g |
| Ketchup and Mustard | 20 | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Mayonnaise | 110 | 0g | 0g | 2g |
Daily Intake
49% of a 2,000-calorie diet. 1016 calories remaining.
Burn Off 984 Cal
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Make It at Home: Cheeseburger Recipe
A homemade version of the Five Guys Cheeseburger with similar nutrition and flavor.
Ingredients
- •190g (6.7 oz) 80/20 ground beef, divided into 2 patties
- •2 slices American cheese
- •1 sesame seed hamburger bun
- •Lettuce leaves
- •2 tomato slices
- •3 thin slices of onion
- •4 dill pickle chips
- •1 tablespoon ketchup
- •1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- •1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- •Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions. Form each into a loose ball and place on a hot griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Immediately press each ball flat with a sturdy spatula to about 12cm (5 inches) across and 0.5cm (1/4 inch) thick.
- 2
Season the patties with salt and pepper. Cook without touching for 3 to 4 minutes until the edges are well-browned. Flip once and place a slice of cheese on each patty. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and the internal temperature reaches 71C (160F).
- 3
Toast the sesame seed bun cut-side down on the griddle for about 1 minute until golden.
- 4
Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun. Add lettuce and tomato slices.
- 5
Stack the first cheese-topped patty on the lettuce. Add onion slices, pickle chips, and a drizzle of ketchup and mustard. Place the second patty on top.
- 6
Close with the crown bun and wrap in foil for 1 minute to let the steam meld the flavors together, just like Five Guys does.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a Five Guys Cheeseburger?
A Five Guys Cheeseburger (with two patties) contains approximately 984 calories, with 45g of protein, 40g of carbohydrates, and 55g of fat. The calorie count can increase with additional toppings like mayo, which is included in this estimate. Without mayo, it drops to about 874 calories.
Why does the Five Guys regular burger have two patties?
At Five Guys, the standard "Cheeseburger" always comes with two beef patties. If you want a single patty, you need to order the "Little Cheeseburger," which is around 550 calories. This naming convention confuses some first-time customers. Five Guys considers two patties to be the standard portion for their regular burger.
How does Five Guys compare to In-N-Out?
A Five Guys Cheeseburger (984 cal, 45g protein) has 374 more calories than an In-N-Out Double-Double (610 cal, 34g protein), even though both feature two beef patties. Five Guys uses larger patties (94g each vs 57g each at In-N-Out) and includes mayo by default. Five Guys also has significantly more fat (55g vs 34g). Both chains use fresh, never-frozen beef.
What are the lowest-calorie toppings at Five Guys?
All toppings at Five Guys are free and most add minimal calories. Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, jalapenos, and mushrooms each add fewer than 10 calories. Mustard adds about 5 calories. The highest-calorie toppings are mayo (about 100 cal) and extra cheese (about 50 cal per slice). To keep calories lower, load up on vegetables and skip the mayo.
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