There's a place called Johnny's in El Reno, OK that we always take the time to stop at...they're pretty damn good. The Penguin on commonwealth in Clt has a good selection of pretty great burgers too, and beer.
The best one I have had anywhere around here was at Nicks in Welcome. A ball of fresh burger thown on the flat top and mashed out with a weight. Great crispy crust on the burger and the fries are always perfect.
Came to first street draught house tonight and ordered the south of the border burger, looked over my shoulder and they have the pimento cheese hamburger. I didn't notice ...... Ordered it to go for lunch tomorrow!
Finally went to five guys burgers today. 22.89 for me and my wife...... But the burger was so awesome!!!!!!!! You guys weren't kidding!!!! Fries to me weren't that great but the burger....wow...next time I'm gonna get bar b q sauce.....oh yeah btw...totally off subject but went to Yankee candle today and the have man candles...they have one coming out that is bacon!!!!! Totally smells like a kitchen full of bacon.
It may not take first place at the fair but if anyone is in Black Mountain try the Trail Head. Great burgers and food in general plus atmosphere is top notch.
I enjoy red robin, five guys and burgerfi. If you're ever in Sanford, check out Fat Juniors. A hole in the wall joint but the cheeseburger was bangin. Cash only
i have found the best burger in raleigh(imho). tribecca tavern,they fresh grind their meat everyday and use only nc grown products. it's a little pricey but worth it in my opinion. http://www.tribecatavernnc.com/