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The hamburger is one of the most iconic and beloved foods in the world. The modern hamburger as we know it - A ground beef patty served in a bun - Became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States. Multiple cities claim to have invented the hamburger, including New Haven, Connecticut (Louis' Lunch, founded 1895), Hamburg, New York (Charlie Nagreen, 1885), and Seymour, Wisconsin (Charles Nagreen or the Menches brothers, 1885). What's undisputed is that hamburgers became a defining element of American fast food culture when McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, and Five Guys popularized them around the world.

Famous Burgers and Chains

The McDonald's Big Mac, introduced in 1968, is arguably the world's most famous burger - A double-patty burger with special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun. The Whopper from Burger King has been its flagship product since 1957. Wendy's introduced the "Baconator" and the "Frosty" (a milkshake-like dessert) alongside its square, fresh beef patties. In-N-Out Burger, a California favorite, is celebrated for its fresh (never frozen) ingredients and its "secret menu" including the Animal Style burger (extra sauce, mustard-grilled patty, grilled onions). Shake Shack, founded in 2004 in New York's Madison Square Park, brought premium "smash burger" culture to a new generation.

Burgers have evolved far beyond beef in recent years - Plant-based burgers from Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat have gained widespread adoption at chains including Burger King (the Impossible Whopper) and McDonald's (the McPlant in select markets). Wagyu beef burgers, truffle-topped burgers, and gourmet chef creations have elevated the burger to fine dining status. The "smash burger" technique - Pressing a ball of beef onto a screaming-hot griddle to create a crispy sear - Has become a trending style. Whether you prefer a classic cheeseburger or a gourmet creation, this quiz tests your burger knowledge. Also try our fast food quiz and our funny food quiz.