If you've ever lived in Texas (or met a Texan), you've probably heard of Whataburger.
and 740 locations Even in Texas, the iconic orange and white combination is as ingrained in the culture as any fast food chain I've ever seen. Whataburger embodies “go big or go home.”
But as Californians moved to the Lone Star State, they brought In-N-Out with them. California chain store debuts 43 locationsand it caused quite a division. Their Christian values are a good fit for the South, but venturing into the state's burgers may ruffle feathers.
The score must be settled. A burger has to be one of the best. So we conducted an experiment.
Grace is originally from New Hampshire and recently moved to Texas. She was the perfect test subject because her taste buds had not yet been exposed to either Whataburger or In-N-Out.
We've devised a highly detailed, ultra-specific, strictly scientific process to test the benefits of competing burger joints.
1. Get a hamburger
The two burgers had to be as similar as possible. Whataburger's classic number one with cheese and fries (with patented spicy ketchup, of course). In-N-Out's #2 Cheeseburger and Fries Combo. When evaluating chains solely on merit, it was essential to stay true to the basics. Honey butter chicken biscuits will have to wait.
2. Remove all brands
The orange and white packaging was discarded along with a bag emblazoned with a Bible verse. The burger and fries were placed on the plate and we were ready to bring in the subject.
3. Taste the hamburger
Since we neglected to bring blindfolds for the blind tasting, Grace used the honor system and kept her eyes closed during the tasting. Unbeknownst to her, we first served her a Whataburger burger and fries. Next was In-N-Out.
4. Summarize the results in a table
After we coaxed Grace's hand into Whataburger fries, the reaction to the Texas classic was positive. But she says:[ed] More salt. ” According to Grace, most things need more salt. The burger was received with little enthusiasm.
In-N-Out fries were considered soggy than Whataburger fries. They also needed more salt. Fortunately for Californians, this burger was quickly declared better than Whataburger's.
Apparently the ideal meal is fries from Whataburger and a cheeseburger from In-N-Out. But there can only be one winner, so Grace announces that In-N-Out won the cake.
Whataburger supporters (like me), don't despair. In-N-Out doesn't have Sweet and Spicy Bacon Burgers or Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits. There are some things you can't beat for the simplicity of an In-N-Out cheeseburger.
But it's safe to say that the California chain's values are worth supporting. The Bible verse hidden on the packaging reflects the thoughts of IN-N-OUT owner and president Lynsey Snyder. personal faith In Jesus. So it might be worth switching up from time to time to support a company that values faith in Christ.
If anything matters, Whataburger is still better (in my humble Texan opinion). But I digress.
