Five Guys Macros: Complete Nutrition Guide for Burgers, Fries & More

Five Guys is legendary for fresh beef burgers, unlimited free toppings, and those famous Cajun fries. But let’s be real: this isn’t diet food. A regular burger with fries can easily hit 1,500+ calories.

That doesn’t mean Five Guys is off-limits when tracking macros. You just need to know exactly what you’re ordering. This guide breaks down every Five Guys menu item so you can enjoy the fresh flavors without destroying your daily calories.

The Five Guys Reality Check

Before diving into macros, understand what makes Five Guys challenging:

• Two patties are standard – “Little” burgers are single patty
• Fries are massive – A “regular” serves 2-3 people
• Everything is cooked in peanut oil – Higher fat content
• Buns are buttery – 240 calories for just the bun
• No grilled or baked options – Everything is cooked on the grill

The good news? Unlimited free toppings, no-bun options, and genuinely fresh ingredients.

Five Guys Burgers Macros

Standard Burgers (Two Patties)

Burger	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Hamburger	700	39	39	43
Cheeseburger	840	43	40	55
Bacon Burger	780	43	39	50
Bacon Cheeseburger	920	51	40	62

Little Burgers (Single Patty)

Burger	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Little Hamburger	480	23	39	26
Little Cheeseburger	550	27	40	32
Little Bacon Burger	560	27	39	33
Little Bacon Cheeseburger	630	31	40	39

Key insight: “Regular” burgers have TWO patties. Always order “Little” for single patty.

Bunless Burgers (Lettuce Wrap)

Burger	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Hamburger (no bun)	460	36	2	34
Cheeseburger (no bun)	600	40	3	46
Little Hamburger (no bun)	240	20	1	17
Little Cheeseburger (no bun)	310	24	2	23
Little Bacon Cheeseburger (no bun)	390	28	2	30

Best for macros: Little Hamburger no bun – Only 240 calories with 20g protein!

Five Guys Hot Dogs Macros

Hot Dog	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Hot Dog	545	18	40	35
Cheese Dog	615	22	41	41
Bacon Dog	625	22	40	42
Bacon Cheese Dog	695	26	41	48

Note: Hot dogs are served in split-top buns and have lower protein than burgers.

Five Guys Fries Macros

This is where Five Guys gets dangerous. Their fries are cut fresh daily and cooked in peanut oil—absolutely delicious, but extremely calorie-dense.

Fries	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Little Fries	526	7	58	30
Regular Fries	953	12	106	54
Large Fries	1,314	17	147	75
Little Cajun Fries	526	7	58	30
Regular Cajun Fries	953	12	106	54
Large Cajun Fries	1,314	17	147	75

Reality check: A “regular” fries has nearly 1,000 calories. This is designed for sharing.

Smart strategy: Skip the fries entirely, or split a Little Fries with someone.

Five Guys Toppings Macros

All toppings are FREE, which is great for adding flavor without cost. Here’s how they affect your macros:

Low-Calorie Toppings (Free, <10 calories each)

• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Pickles
• Raw onions
• Grilled onions
• Grilled mushrooms
• Jalapeños
• Green peppers
• Hot sauce
• Mustard

Higher-Calorie Toppings

Topping	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Cheese (per slice)	70	4	1	6
Bacon (2 strips)	80	4	0	7
Mayo	100	0	0	11
Relish	15	0	4	0
Ketchup	15	0	4	0
BBQ Sauce	60	0	15	0
A1 Sauce	15	0	3	0

Pro tip: Load up on free veggies (mushrooms, peppers, onions) to make your burger more filling without adding calories.

Five Guys Sandwiches Macros

Sandwich	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Grilled Cheese	470	16	41	26
BLT	640	20	43	43
Veggie Sandwich	440	14	60	15

Note: The veggie sandwich is basically grilled vegetables on a bun. For protein, stick with burgers.

Five Guys Milkshakes Macros

Milkshake (Regular)	Calories	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)	Fat (g)
Vanilla	630	14	69	33
Chocolate	690	15	80	35
Strawberry	670	14	78	34
Peanut Butter	770	19	73	45
Oreo	890	16	102	47
Bacon	700	16	71	40
Mix-ins	+50-150	varies	varies	varies

Warning: Milkshakes are calorie bombs. The Oreo shake alone is 890 calories. Skip if you’re counting macros.

Best Five Guys Orders by Goal

Best High-Protein Five Guys Order

Protein-Focused Feast

• Bacon Cheeseburger (no bun, lettuce wrap)
• Load with grilled mushrooms, onions, peppers

Macros: 680 calories | 48g protein | 6g carbs | 53g fat

Best Low-Calorie Five Guys Order (Under 400 Cal)

Light & Lean

• Little Hamburger (no bun, lettuce wrap)
• All the veggies (mushrooms, onions, peppers, tomato, lettuce)
• Mustard and hot sauce

Macros: 260 calories | 20g protein | 5g carbs | 17g fat

Best Keto Five Guys Order

Bunless Beast

• Cheeseburger (no bun, lettuce wrap)
• Bacon, mayo, mustard
• Grilled mushrooms and onions

Macros: 620 calories | 44g protein | 4g carbs | 48g fat

Best Balanced Five Guys Order

The Reasonable Choice

• Little Cheeseburger
• Split a Little Fries with someone (half portion)

Macros: 813 calories | 31g protein | 69g carbs | 47g fat

How to Customize Your Five Guys Order

To Maximize Protein:

• Order regular (double patty) burgers – 36-40g protein
• Add bacon – Extra 4g protein
• Add cheese – Extra 4g protein per slice
• Skip the bun – Same protein, fewer carbs and calories
• Pile on the mushrooms – Adds bulk and some protein

To Minimize Calories:

• Always order “Little” (single patty) – Saves 200+ calories
• Go bunless – Saves 240 calories
• Skip cheese – Saves 70 calories per slice
• Skip mayo – Saves 100 calories
• Skip the fries – Saves 500-1,300 calories
• Load up on free veggies – Adds volume without calories

To Reduce Carbs:

• Lettuce wrap everything – Eliminates 39g carbs
• Skip fries entirely – 58-147g carbs saved
• No ketchup or BBQ sauce – 4-15g carbs saved
• Stick to mustard, hot sauce, mayo – Zero carbs

Portion Control Tips:

• Split fries – They’re enormous; half is plenty
• “Little” is the right size – Standard portions are excessive
• One sandwich feeds one person – Don’t overorder

Complete Five Guys Meal Combinations

Meal	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Little Hamburger (no bun) + water	240	20g	1g	17g
Little Cheeseburger + Little Fries (split)	813	31g	69g	47g
Bacon Cheeseburger (no bun)	680	48g	3g	53g
Little Bacon Burger + all veggies	560	27g	39g	33g
Grilled Cheese + Little Fries (split)	733	20g	70g	41g
Regular Cheeseburger + Regular Fries	1,793	55g	146g	109g

Note: That last combo (regular burger + fries) is probably what most people order. It’s almost a full day’s calories for many people.

Five Guys vs Other Burger Chains

How does Five Guys stack up for macros?

Restaurant	Similar Burger	Calories	Protein
Five Guys	Little Cheeseburger	550	27g
McDonald’s	Quarter Pounder with Cheese	520	30g
Wendy’s	Dave’s Single	570	30g
In-N-Out	Cheeseburger	480	22g

Five Guys has slightly more calories but uses fresh beef and allows extensive customization with free toppings.

The Secret Menu for Macro Trackers

Five Guys doesn’t have an official secret menu, but you can customize anything:

The Protein Stack

• Double patty, no bun
• Extra bacon
• All the grilled veggies
• Result: Maximum protein, minimal carbs

The Low-Cal Special

• Single patty (ask for “Little”), no bun
• All vegetables
• Mustard and hot sauce only
• Result: Around 250 calories

The Volume Burger

• Little burger with bun
• Triple grilled mushrooms, double onions
• Extra lettuce and tomato
• Result: Huge burger, reasonable calories

Common Five Guys Ordering Mistakes

1. Ordering “regular” thinking it’s small – It’s double patty
2. Getting full-size fries – Regular fries serve 2-3 people
3. Adding mayo carelessly – 100 calories per serving
4. Ignoring bunless options – Easy way to cut 240 calories
5. Not loading up on free veggies – They add volume and nutrition
6. Getting a milkshake – 600-900 calories on top of your meal

The Bottom Line

Five Guys is one of the most calorie-dense fast food options, but it can work for macro tracking if you order strategically. The key is understanding that their “standard” portions are enormous.

Key takeaways:

• “Little” = single patty – This is a normal-sized burger
• Bunless saves 240 calories – And cuts 39g carbs
• Skip the fries – Or split a Little with 2-3 people
• Free veggies are your friend – Load them up
• Milkshakes are dessert – 600+ calories

Five Guys can fit into a flexible dieting approach when you plan ahead and make smart choices. Just don’t walk in unprepared—you’ll end up with 2,000 calories before you know it.

Want to see how a Five Guys meal fits your daily targets? Use our free macro calculator to set personalized goals.

Comparing burger options? Check out our guides to McDonald’s macros, Wendy’s macros, and Shake Shack macros.