Orem’s got college‑town energy and family‑suburb vibes at the same time, which means lots of burger options.
These five get the loudest praise from locals and students alike.
1. CHOM Burger
Probably the first place you’ll hear about if you ask an Orem local for a “real” burger.
CHOM does chef‑y, fast‑casual burgers: smashed patties with crispy edges, high‑quality beef, creative topping combos, and house sauces.
Think bacon‑jam burgers, spicy jalapeño builds, and classics with sharp cheddar and secret sauce. The buns are soft and toasted, the fries are crispy (especially the parmesan or loaded versions), and the shakes are legit.
2. JCW’s The Burger Boys
Utah classic. Big portions, bigger burgers, and very strong opinions from locals about how good they are.
Expect thick, juicy patties, tons of cheese, bacon, avocado, pastrami—Utah loves pastrami on burgers—and all kinds of variations.
Fries and onion rings are a must, and the giant shakes seal the deal. It’s family‑friendly, loud, and pure comfort.
3. Seven Brothers (Orem)
Hawaiian‑style burger joint with a serious following.
Their burgers are tall, juicy, and loaded with island‑inspired toppings—grilled pineapple, house sauces, onions, avocado, bacon, and more.
The Paniolo‑style (BBQ, bacon, crispy onions) and anything with pineapple get repeated shout‑outs. Pair with fries or coconut shrimp and you’ve got a mini island escape in Utah County.
4. Five Star BBQ & Catering Co.
Yes, it’s mainly a barbecue joint in a little house—but when they put brisket and burgers on the menu, people noticed.
The burgers are smoky, rich, and often come topped with pulled pork or brisket, plus cheddar and BBQ sauce.
It’s a meat‑lover’s burger—messy, heavy, and extremely satisfying.
5. In‑N‑Out Burger (Orem)
It’s not unique to Orem, but locals still swear by it, especially the students.
Double‑Doubles “animal style,” extra grilled onions, and those classic thin patties with American cheese and special sauce are a staple.
It’s the late‑night, post‑exam, or road‑trip burger that people grow absurdly loyal to.
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