In fact, that’s not even half the price of many of these burgers.
Why have many fast-food burgers gottenso expensive these days?
It all adds up to higher menu prices, especially when you go for these most expensive fast-food burgers.

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Here’s a look at the most expensive burger at every popular fast-food spot.
(Exact prices will vary by location.)
The chain’sDouble Smoked Bacon Brisket Burgercosts $14.69 at its base.This creation fromSmashburgeris a meat-lovers fantasy.

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And, yes, it’s even more expensive than thenew truffle burgers.
And at $12.69,Five Guys' Bacon Cheeseburgeris definitely that.
FYI, this burger comes with two patties by default.

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If you want one, order the cheaper Little Bacon Cheeseburger.
In many locations, it goes for a hefty $9.59 right now.
So maybe try a Double first to see if that satisfies you.

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It’s a pricey burger, but a well-appointed one.
Want to make it a combo?
That will kick the cost up a fair amount to $12.98.

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Now, are the two tacos for 99 cents still a better deal?
Now if only the chain would hurry up andexpand across the country!


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