What to Order at Five Guys for High Cholesterol

Five Guys is a burgers-and-fries specialist, so it's an honest challenge for cholesterol — but the "Little" sizes, the grilled veggie sandwich, and loading up free toppings give you a real path.

What to look for

The saturated-fat load is in double patties, cheese, bacon, and the (large) fries; sodium is high too. Lean on single/“Little” patties, no cheese/bacon, grilled options, and piling on the free veggie toppings.

Heart-smart picks

• "Little Hamburger" (single patty), no cheese, no bacon — then load free veggies (lettuce, tomato, onion, peppers, mushrooms).

• Veggie Sandwich (grilled onions, mushrooms, peppers, lettuce, tomato) — a genuinely lighter option; skip the cheese.

• Lettuce-wrap ("bunless") any patty to cut refined carbs and sodium.

• Skip the fries, or split a "Little" fry rather than a regular (portions are large).

Solid runners-up

• A single grilled-veggie-loaded burger, mustard/ketchup instead of mayo.

• Bunless burger + all the veggie toppings.

What to skip

• Doubles (the default), cheese, and bacon — the saturated-fat stack.

• Regular/large fries — the portion is enormous.

• Mayo and creamy sauces — go mustard/ketchup/hot sauce.

Quick tips

Order a "Little" single (or a Veggie Sandwich), no cheese/bacon, pile on the free veggies, and skip or split the fries. That turns a heavy default into a reasonable meal.

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Forage and this guide offer general wellness guidance, not medical advice. Nutrition varies by location and portion — confirm with the restaurant, and talk to your doctor about your diet.