Five Guys Cheeseburger
A Five Guys cheeseburger is made with fresh ground beef patties that are grilled to order. Each patty is topped with American-style cheese and served on a toasted sesame seed bun.
Choose from a variety of toppings, including lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, or condiments, among other options.
One standard serving contains 980 calories, 55 grams fat, 40 grams carbohydrates, and 47 grams protein.
Read this guide for a complete overview of the nutrition, calories, ingredients, and allergens in a Five Guys Cheeseburger.
Five Guys Cheeseburger Nutritional Information
Daily Value
Daily value (%DV) illustrates the amount of a specific nutrient per burger, relative to the recommended daily limit. Use the %DV to compare foods and select the best option for your dietary goals.
Review the chart below, which shows that a Five Guys cheeseburger is high in saturated fat, dietary cholesterol, and sodium.
Serving size: 1 Cheeseburger
% DAILY VALUE
Use %DV to determine if the level of nutrients in a food is low (5% or less) or high (20% or more).
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%DV |
Level | |
|---|---|---|
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Saturated Fat |
132% |
HIGH |
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Cholesterol |
70% |
HIGH |
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Sodium |
45% |
HIGH |
%DV based on 2,000 calories
Calories
There are 980 total calories in a single cheeseburger.
Most of the calories are derived from dietary fats. Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient, per serving:
About half of the total calories are derived from fats. Protein accounts for approximately 32% of calories, and the remaining 17% is from carbohydrates.
Five Guys Cheeseburger
% calories from fat, carbs and proteinThe summary of calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts provided by Five Guys fast food restaurant. Calories may vary by location, as a result of how the burger is prepared, or due to topping choices.
Calories by Food Item
The burger patties contribute about 600 total calories, most of which is derived from fats.
FITNESS TIME TO BURN 980 CALORIES
Estimate based on moderate level of activity by an adult with average BMI.
Lower Calorie Options
If you’re seeking a lower calorie option without cutting back on the flavor of a cheeseburger, Five Guys offers a cheeseburger meal without the bun.
Order a bunless cheeseburger in a bowl or a sandwich wrapped in lettuce.
Nutrition Facts
Amount per 1 Cheeseburger
Red indicates %DV is high.
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Calories |
980 |
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%DV | ||
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Total Fat |
55g |
70% |
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Saturated Fat |
26.5g |
132% |
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Trans Fat |
2g | |
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Cholesterol |
210mg |
70% |
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Sodium |
1050mg |
45% |
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Carbohydrates |
40g |
14% |
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Dietary Fiber |
2g |
7% |
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Total Sugars |
9g | |
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Protein |
47g |
%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.
What’s on the Five Guys Cheeseburger?
The Five Guys Cheeseburger includes fresh, hand-formed patties that are grilled to order, paired with American-style cheese, and placed on a soft, toasted sesame seed bun.
Choose as many toppings as you would like to elevate the cheeseburger to your individual taste.
Topping selections include lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, grilled mushrooms, relish, onion, and more.
Continue learning about what’s in fast food menu options. Check the nutrition guides for Dairy Queen’s Cheeseburger, Burger King’s Whopper, or Steak ‘n Shake’s Steakburger to understand the nutritional value and make informed decisions about your dietary plan.
Five Guys uses 80/20 USDA ground chuck to make its patties. Burger buns are made using a proprietary recipe.
Here is the complete list of ingredients in a cheeseburger from Five Guys restaurant (excluding any additional toppings).
Ingredients
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Hamburger Patty |
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80/20 USDA Ground Chuck |
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Bun |
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Water, Salt, Sugar, Vegetable Shortening (contains soy), Milk, Eggs, Bleached Bread Flour, Yeast, and Sesame Seeds. |
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Cheese |
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Milk, Whey, Milkfat, Milk Protein Concentrate, Salt, Calcium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbic Acid (preservative), Apacarotenal (color), Annatto (color), Enzymes, Vitamin D3, Cheese Culture |
Allergens
The cheeseburger at Five Guys is made with egg, sesame, soy, and wheat.
In addition, if you’ve ever been to Five Guys, you may know that they love peanuts. Anything that goes in or is near the fryer is exposed to peanuts because the restaurant uses only peanut oil.
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Source of nutrition, ingredients, and allergens: Five Guys. Cheeseburger image courtesy of Five Guys. Original designs by Nutrition & Ingredients for purposes of research and commentary related to fast food nutrition reports.