UPDATEDx4 with photos: Opening day at In-N-Out Burgers in Frisco is a zoo

nickss16, anonymous:

Sigh...

TLS, anonymous:

I hope all those who waited overnight are teenagers or college kids with nothing else to do. Otherwise, why do this when it 's for something that is always going to be there? It's not like they're camping out all night to get Van Halen tickets!

kasand65, anonymous:

had a in an out burger in vegas was not impressed

will_dodd1962, anonymous:

I was in San Francisco last week and had a double-double. I don't know what all the fuss is. It was a good burger, but not anything that I would stand in line over 2 minutes to eat. I've had much better hamburgers in numerous places. After the novelty wears off people will realize this isn't anything special.

TravlnTxn, anonymous:

I have eaten them 3 times now, hoping each time that the previous time was "just an isolated bad experience". I'll take a Texas-made WHAT-A-BURGER over an In And Out ANY day!

matthavener, anonymous:

I had a double-double and I thought it was nothing. I was joking with my friend that Whataburger makes a better bun and he said I looked a little weird. As soon as I realize that burger was something special, I began to feel a little weird. I looked into my friends eyes, prepared to say something but I couldn't speak. Before I knew what was happening, I began levitating. I floated to the center of the room and started to spin. Light glowed from my eyes and hands until the spinning became so rapid I turned into a ball of pure light (energy). At that moment I knew In-and-Out was God's burger. Needless to say I'll be in line today for another double-double. Worth it. 100%.

wetfl, anonymous:

Whataburger is good and I like In n Out just as well, probably better. BOTH are Texas made. I'm happy for the people who prefer whataburger, that makes the line shorter for me to get my Dub Dub.

rawhitver1, anonymous:

Played in a golf tournament in Vegas for the past 3 years, and stopped at one of their places every day for a burger after each round. Loved them...freashly made to order and definitely good.

cdierckman77, anonymous:

All haters........ The burger was that bad then wasted even more time to read the story then posted! It's not a novelty, why were the lines long when you had your first one........ They weren't all first timers either! The people are great, super clean, no one yelling another language, the burgers rock!!

arbobya, anonymous:

It's good to see people getting excited over something even if I'm somewhere else and the cloud has temporarily lost track of where I live. To all the naysayers how would you like this...? The only choices we have here are the big three.

bolito, anonymous:

Chaps in Keller, TX is the BEST Burger. Especially with cajun fries.

bsmith2114, anonymous:

TOO MUCH HYPE...just another California/West Coast FAD that, like other stuff, will come and go. Don't build too many...like Carl's Jr., Hardees and Crispy Cream, the newness will wear off & some will close down and go out of business!

stumel, anonymous:

I don't eat cow, but it seems whatever this place is, it's a heart attack waiting to happen. Anything that is a double double has to be fattening.

cookstouch, anonymous:

to the haters...don't hate the burger, hate yourself!

i9725354844, anonymous:

more doomed americans excited over nothing

charlesheilig, anonymous:

The most excited and gregarious in the crowd are EMPLOYEES. Companies do this all the time. They'll even plant people inside Costco's and Walmarts to boast about a product as if they are just a regular consumer.

shiznitbitslap, anonymous:

WHERE ARE THE GOD DAM JOBS at OBAMA?

charlesheilig, anonymous:

Imagine how you feel once you figure out you are just a "tool" and these events are just staged infomercials. Maybe 1 in 4 in the crowd are paid to be there (or family of co-owners). And you are just a tool wasting your time.

charlesheilig, anonymous:

Who needs jobs when you got double double burgers!

SitizenKane, anonymous:

Waiting on line to get a hamburger?.....do you realize what bafoons you look like?

dbmadness2002, anonymous:

I grew up in LA and IN-N-OUT is awesome. You go there, again and again, you realize it is a great burger and the freshness is what gets you and the great service and taste is what keeps you going back over and over, not to mention the atmosphere at some locations. --To the guy who said this is a West Coast Fad--you might want to think again. IN-N-OUT is the only burger company I know of that has put MCDonald's locations OUT OF BUSINESS!! At a few locations in Southern California. Also, they open up right across the street without worrying about McDonald's. That is really amazing! Glad you're here IN-N-OUT!! Now I can have my favorite burger right here in Texas!!

manny, anonymous:

^yes sir! y'all can have your Whataburger... it'll only make the line for In-N-Out that much shorter. hate on...

Debsi, anonymous:

It's a company from California. It's a good burger. It's OK people, calm down. Their arrival doesn't make Texas any less great.

Now breathe, and if you are still feel threatened by In'n'Out and Trader Joe's, I recommend you step away from the internuts and go outside.

manny, anonymous:

that comment was to dbmadness2002. not the angry Mr. Rice.

dbmadness2002, anonymous:

Oh by the way, I visited the Chandler, AZ location a few years after it opened. Drive thru was out into the street and inside was packed. What time was it you ask? --almost 10PM on a Wednesday night--a school night!!

Charlesheilig--you must have absolutely no clue! This isn't like any other place. IN-N-OUT opened back in the 40s like MickeyD's and has grown slowly (due to keeping business in the family) over the last 60 something years!! No FAD here! This company has thousands of people hoping they will some day franchise their operation--which will never happen it seems based off the first 60+ years.

shiznitbitslap, anonymous:

In the Real America Days of Intelligent People NOT so called multitaskers having auto accidents and walking in front of vehicle Days...........

Anyone caught commiting Fraud of any kind were Jailed!

@ They'll even plant people inside Costco's and Walmarts to boast about a product as if they are just a regular consumer..

WHERE ARE THE GOD DAM JOBS at OBAMA?

@ Imagine how you feel once you figure out you are just a "tool" at these events. They are ALL staged. You sucks love being someone dildo tools.

AND YES Where in the PhvvKING Sam Hell are the Jobs Obama Girls and Sissy voters? Burger Joints? OMG ! You people are phvvucking Ahzholes.

shiznitbitslap, anonymous:

@ charlesheilig,

Haven't you had the floor long enough His Span ick? Don't you have concrete and 2 by 4's to go erect at some G.D. construction zone? Loser D i c k

rhyana, anonymous:

Good grief, if you want an In-n-Out burger, just go to Keller's. Their No. 5 is the same thing, just been around longer.

shiznitbitslap, anonymous:

@ Jason Rice You really need to find work somewhere. Cut and Paste joust aint payin your bills Bucko

shiznitbitslap, anonymous:

rhyana, says: Hey Ryana Doink. They copied In n Out.

Good grief, if you want an In-n-Out burger, just go to Keller's. Their No. 5 is the same thing, just been around longer.

Ive been frozen for 30 years! Okay? Throw me a friggin bone here

mikemyers77, anonymous:

I'm from Cali and love in-n-out. I grew up on it just like you haters grew up on whataburger. I can't stand whataburger. People will either love it or hate it but it is as fresh as you can get from a fast food type place.

pamoon10, anonymous:

Typical...non-Texas born company's moving here and catering to all the transplants. If they love their own burgers and everything else then why not move back to where you came from, instead of trying to change the things REAL Texans like. Yankees, Midwesterners, Californians, enough! Move back to where you came from and enjoy your "slices", your delis, your version of a "good" burger...or whatever? I for one prefer good Texas style food. If I want a philly cheese steak, I'll go to Philadelphia, if I want a "slice", I'll go to Times Square, if I want a fake burger, I'll go to California. Enough!

foodbevlaw, anonymous:

Betcha don't have to wait in line at the Village at Allen MooYah today.

ejaymeadows, anonymous:

First, it was the excitement about the Royal Wedding....then it was all about getting Osama Bin Laden. Next it was "In and Out" burgers. Its good to have something to be excited about….I just wonder what is next….

jtiffany, anonymous:

In-N-Out is a long term player. They will be drawing crowds for years. I have been many times to the one at I15 and Tropicana in Vegas and regardless of the time, there is a line, cars and people inside waiting to get that first bite! These burgers are terrific and addictive. Enjoy!!!

Long time Texas

biggnbigd, anonymous:

Really!!!!!!! Standing in line for a burger. Come on people,is this what makes you happy? This is why america is overweight. You should be in line at the gym...

pinedahome, anonymous:

Last time I checked this was part of U.S. right, yankees? Really what year are you living in, being from Cali, or anywhere else, shouldnt matter, accepting of other ideas should be a good thing, Wow the ignorant people out here, its unbelievable...

dbmadness2002, anonymous:

@Pamoon10: You obviously have no idea what it was like growing up in LA in the 80's with every upper midwest and east coast chain coming to LA. Plus, there were plenty of Texans moving out to Cali as well. Getting back to East Coast chains, Funny thing: White Castle didn't make it. But, I know those who grew up with WC loved it so I don't knock them. You'd be surprised at how these restaurants expanding to new markets happens, but it happens because while people may like where they are living, they miss some of the flavor of home. So they write to these companies and insist they consider expanding. That is certainly the case with IN-N-OUT, although I didn't write them myself. Nothing wrong with wanting a taste of home.
It's not a change, it just means there is more for you to choose from. Also, I will note that Krystal Burgers of the Carolinas was out here and they quickly faded. I thought they might make it, but apparently not.
You won't see that happen with IN-N-OUT.

stillcrows, anonymous:

Once upon a time there was the Circus and the World's Fair... I suppose ground cow is just as exciting.

smssteve, anonymous:

Kincaids is the best burger in DFW and I've sampled them all

pinedahome, anonymous:

I love IN N OUT, but to give light to other foods in texas, I did find a burger worth while and that would be Pride Burger in mckinney, its a whole in the wall, but its a good grilled burger and the owners are very polite, and make sure you have a pleasant visit, whats funny is that they are not texans...

dm6656, anonymous:

Never underestimate the stupidity of the American people.

thepetsman, anonymous:

if you don't like in and out burger then don't eat there i for one will try it and go from there pizza inn rules

codyc815, anonymous:

If you don't like it don't go, some people like to have fun and be excited about the small things in life, some people like to sit back and bash those people having fun because they don't get excited about anything and would rather hide behind a computer and rant at the people enjoying their lives. I for one will be getting my double-double tonight.

chermack, anonymous:

It is the best "Fast Food" burger and quality unsurpassed in the industry. It really is about quality. If you like greasy foods, warm lettuce and tomatoes then you need to go elswere 5 guys or something.

Those haters really must dislike the fact that this is the freshest real all beef and fast food available at the price. Read D magazines article on the place. You will understand the quality. Hell I love Kenney's burer joint, but I dare you that won't find this freshness, at this price and quality

To this Native Californian, if we can get an El Pollo Loco here after Trader Joes I will be in heaven. El Pollo is what "Fast Food" healthy chicken is like. Grilled on open flame, nmarinated with fresh juices, no grease!

guymandood, anonymous:

You're entitled to like Whataburger better. I prefer In-n-Out but made the mistake of waiting in line in NorCal when they expanded then. The lines will likely last a few weeks or possibly months. It's a good burger. Understand that the folks waiting in line are waiting for a good reason to them... maybe a taste of home. It may not be your thing.

That said, calling it another 'fad' is sort of foolish since it's been an established brand for... how long????

Unlike Krispy-Kreme, INO has been slow to grow. It's been measured, sane growth without compromising their taste, quality, or culture. Yes, I said culture. INO used to, and presumably still does pay far better than other fast food places and expects their employees to meet a certain standard. They're typically smiling and enjoying their job. Even when absolutely swamped.... I've never experienced rude, non-english speaking help. I've never gotten the wrong order, etc.

It's a good burger... IMHO it's much better than any fast food in TX, including Mooyah and Whata... but that's just my opinion.

pinedahome, anonymous:

pollo loco is located in san antonio, me and my family are grubbing there middle of this month, going out there on special event, so we are stopping at pollo loco...

SitizenKane, anonymous:

If you want a non chain owner operated burger head to Bueno Burger on Coit north of LBJ.....it is a very good fresh made grilled burger.

meadow117, anonymous:

VERY important information to have on-hand for your first visit. Their menu may seem light - at least the menu that hangs from the ceiling - but there is MORE!! http://daviswiki.org/in-n-out_secret_...

guymandood, anonymous:

For the folks saying the lines are staged... not sure why you'd say that... but it does speak to your ignorance. The lines aren't staged, or manned by employees. When they opened in NorCal, those lines were fixtures for months... literally... cars filling up the WalMart parking lot.... not saying it's necessarily worth it... but this is the normal opening stuff for an In-N-Out.

Also, the "yankee go home" stuff... it exemplifies everything that is wrong with Texas. If you want to think Texas is the greatest thing on the planet and have your foolish pride just because you've never lived anywhere else... that's absolutely fine. But, your perspective is somewhat limited. TX is a great place to live. But, it's not the only great place to live.

In terms of burgers.... is there some argument to be made that somehow TX 'branded' burgers are in some way superior. I've got news for you.... there are mom and pop burger places in every state. It's not new to TX. Please feel free to claim Tex-Mex. Tex-Mex is low quality mexican food dumped in a bowl of melted cheese. So... before you go knocking other people's choices... you might want to look in the mirror.

Ridiculous.

wms121, anonymous:

...Kincaids is a good "picnic burger" (kind of burger they might fix foryou at a local picnic)..mIcky D's and others (Burger St. et al)..at "industry burgers". Cali people..help bring back Pioneer Fried Chicken..the only fast food I liked in LA.

..or Real Maine Thing in San Diego?

My mom said the 'first burger place they remember'..was a Tastee Freeze in Waco..in the 40's...they had custard ice cream first and burgers a few years later..and the custard machine was custom built in California.

They still don't know what real pit barbecue is in Los Angeles.

Take that Arbys.

WW

meadow117, anonymous:

To all the what a burger fans - I am NO fan and will never step in their door again. The very first time I visited a store in the mid cities area (12 years ago) I was served a very under cooked and cold hamburger. I took one bite and had to spit it out. At In-N-Out Burger, you can watch your burger be cooked. I like watching the fries being dropped in the hot oil direct from the icy cold potato.

charlesheilig, anonymous:

People line up to see Hannah Montana. Does that make Hannah Montana good or just show Americans generally have herd mentality and poor musical taste? Good music, books, movies are generally UNPOPULAR with Americans. Harry Potter books and Lethal Weapon type movies, PLEASE!

 Turning to food...Looking at the physique of the average American, I'd say avoiding what is popular would be the wiser move.  If you see a long line somewhere, run, run away quickly.

But let's discuss the lines. How long are the lines when these places are closed? Aren't the profit margins tight such that they need long lines during meal hours and GRAND OPENINGS? With the media pushing this place so hard and thinking of population of the area, it's kind of surprising they can only generate 30 car lines.

 Why don't they go cover those places going bankrupt today that were all that at their grand openings three years ago?

charlesheilig, anonymous:

Turning to food...looking at the physique of the average American, I'd say avoiding places with long lines would be the wise choice. That is, if Americans generally make poor choices with respect to food, does that make them experts in selection of food?

charlesheilig, anonymous:

Why don't they cover those places going bankrupt today that were all that 3 years ago when they had their grand opening?

TLS, anonymous:

I'm guessing most of these comments are posted by drunks because this has turned into one of the those lame "I'm right/No, I'm right" back and forths usually found in a bar at one a.m.

Hey D.J. Can you play Blue Monday for me?

pguz61, anonymous:

Basically it brings back fond childhood memories to the large numbers of former SoCal residents who have relocated to DFW. I am from Ventura and my folks now live in Las Vegas. It is part of being from there. Dallas has branches of other regional chains from outside Texas that can engender similar devotion. Steak-n-Shake and Culvers from the Midwest and Krystals from the mid-South also have outposts here. Carl's Jr and Del Taco, which are both from SoCal as well, have opened multiple outlets in DFW recently.

As for the popularity of the initial openings D Magazine put a double double on its cover. Almost every local media outlet has covered this. So that is part of it.

But part of the headscratching seems to be along of the lines of "what is the hubub?" Well for folks who are not from DFW, such as myself, can not fathom the popularity of El Fenix. For me Taco Bueno is better. My wife, who is a native of Dallas, however loves it. While not everybody in DFW loves it enough do. I don't get it myself. It's like what they call 'provel' cheese up in St. Louis. The locals love it but the rest don't get it. So for folks who want to experience one of the jewels of Southern California roadfood, and I shall term it as such, cuisine go to In-N-Out. But for folks who are being extreme haters about this I am sure there is a glass house out there for something that you like that others would like to shatter.

gigigray, anonymous:

Come on folks sober up or give that smoke a little time to wear off..Its probably a great fresh burger... Peace and Luv... Lets go see.... YOUNT TO?

ryanjernigan, anonymous:

Jeez! In-N-Out is SOOOOOOO overrated and crappy! Dont be sheep and think there is something special about this place... There is not! It WILL NOT fulfill the expectation that has been built up by out of state-ers. I PROMISE you have had better fast food burgers around here. This chick is Danielle is STUPID!!!! She cries about it in another video! MORONS! Armageddon is definitely upon us!

amylulu1, anonymous:

I like #2 font, it looks the best. Please have that on every post from now on. No, seriously. :)

The naysayers are kind of missing the point. The hype is ALL ABOUT nostalgia. I would LOVE for a White Castle to open up here (Krystal is not the same). If you don't like it, that's your opinion. I just don't understand why everyone gets so venomous about it. It's burgers for christ's sake--lighten up!!!

ryanjernigan, anonymous:

LOL! There's no "venom" just extreme bewilderment at these idiots and what we have become as a nation. Dumbass sheep! It really is very sad! It's a lame ass burger.

cookstouch, anonymous:

my personal favorite is a 4 by 4 animal style and root beer float...extra napkins

manny, anonymous:

@Ryan,"This chick is Danielle is STUPID!!!!"

i'm guessing you know this gal personally? i'm guessing not...don't be so ignorant dude.

Kitty_75006, anonymous:

I couldn't be MORE excited that In-N-Out Burger has opened in north Texas!! I grew up in southern California, and whenever I visit there In-N-Out is the first place I stop. The ingredients are always fresh, their prices are reasonable (unlike Whataburger) and everything on the meu is delicious. To those who say it's a "fad", tell that to the literally dozens of cars that line up EVERY day during the lunch and dinner hour to order a burger, fries, and a super-thick shake. I can't wait to go there this weekend! :)

bronxpinstripes2, anonymous:

"If I want a philly cheese steak, I'll go to Philadelphia, if I want a 'slice', I'll go to Times Square, if I want a fake burger, I'll go to California. Enough!"

BTW...if you go to Times Square, the only slice you'll probably find is at a Pizza Hut. No New Yorker goes to Times Square on purpose (unless they have out-of-town guests that DEMAND to be taken there), let alone EATS there.

bronxpinstripes2, anonymous:

I take that back...last time I was in Times Square, Tad's Flaming Steaks was still hanging in there.

bholden24, anonymous:

Oh my gosh, I just watched this video about the First Guy who was in line, it's HILARIOUS! Check it out: http://www.youplusdallas.com/stories/...

marcy, anonymous:

I lived in California for 15 years and thought In-N-Out was just average. Frankly, I think Five Guys has a much better burger!