For better or worse, the Cheeseburger is an unavoidable part of American cuisine that international students will happen upon while they are visiting the United States. I’ve compiled a list of the top eight types of cheeseburger so when you sit down to order, you’ll have some idea of what you’re getting yourself into.
1. Big Mac – A trademark of McDonalds, it’s on the list (not because I even really like them) but because it’s the most famous cheeseburger in the world! Try one and decide for yourself.
2. Bacon Cheeseburger – Any type of cheeseburger could be turned into a bacon cheeseburger by adding a couple of slices of bacon. Typically, bacon cheeseburgers have mayonnaise, lettuce and tomato.
3. Boca Burger – In an increasingly health conscious United States, the newcomer on the cheeseburger scene is the veggie burger. Of all the veggie burgers out there, the Boca Burger is the most famous brand.
4. Double Cheeseburger – A double cheeseburger has not one but two patties of hamburger. There are many variations of this burger and as you’ll find out, there’re all very filling.
5. Bleu Burger – Be careful! Bleu Cheese isn’t for everyone! I would suggest taking a smell of some bleu cheese before eating it. And, yes, it’s blue.
6. Jalapeno Burger – As with many of the sandwiches mentioned here, there are many variations of the Jalapeno Burger. All variations will be spicy, so watch your taste buds.
7. Whopper – Burger King, the second most popular fast food restaurant chain in the USA, serves the second most popular Cheeseburger. Try a Whopper and let me know what you think.
8. Swiss and Mushroom – Swiss cheese and mushrooms made their way onto the cheeseburger and they’re here to stay. They’re simple yet have a unique taste
There are so many variations on cheeseburgers that I’m interested in hearing more about what you think about cheeseburgers you’ve tried.
A cheeseburger minus the cheese, simply called a hamburger, is just as popular and there are just as many variations. And remember, although it’s called a HAMburger, there is no pork and hamburgers are friendly to most restricted diets.
Happy eating!
International Student Advising 