Five Guys

4.4
1301 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantAmerican RestaurantHot Dog RestaurantRestaurantBurger Joint
Your nearby Five Guys at 1512 Western Ave in Albany is ready to offer you a classic take on burgers, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes and more! Whether it's using fresh ground beef (there are no freezers in our restaurants), double-cooking our fries in 100 percent peanut oil, hand-preparing fresh ingredients every morning or serving peanuts while you wait, we strive to provide the best experience each and every time you visit. With more than 250,000 ways to customize your burger and 1,000+ milkshake combinations, satisfying your craving is just a click away!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • DebitAvailable

Location

Five Guys
1512 Western Ave, Albany, NY
12203, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
1,301 reviews
5 stars
813
4 stars
327
3 stars
94
2 stars
26
1 star
41

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

The quality of food is inconsistent, with some customers praising the burgers and fries while others report issues like overcooked fries and stale buns.

Pricing

Many customers feel that the prices are high for the portion sizes and quality, with several reviews mentioning that the cost is becoming prohibitive.

Service

Customer service is frequently highlighted as a positive aspect, with many reviews noting friendly and attentive staff, although some experiences of order inaccuracies were reported.

Cleanliness

The cleanliness of the establishment received mixed reviews, with some customers noting clean tables and facilities, while others reported dirty tables and poor hygiene.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere is generally described as friendly and upbeat, but some customers mentioned issues like loud music affecting their dining experience.
  • RC
    Ronan Corr
    Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
    I dined in had a coke vending machine coke so good the burger was nice and juicy but the fries were beyond
  • MP
    MBTA & More Productions
    Oct 26, 2025
    1.0
    Smelled strongly of raw sewage inside. Food took ages, they also appeared to be out of fries so were using huge slices of potatoes as fries. Not to mention overpriced.
  • DL
    DD L
    Oct 16, 2025
    5.0
    Great gluten free lettuce wrap burger and French fries.
  • BK
    B K
    Oct 12, 2025
    5.0
    Staff was fantastic, really were attentive and friendly very rare now a days!
  • KK
    Kate K
    Oct 11, 2025
    5.0
    Everyone was working so hard and well together. Everyone was tired after a long day but still worked quickly and had a good attitude. LOVE this location.

Frequently Asked Questions About Five Guys

What is the Five Guys story/How did you guys get your name?

Five Guys began its pursuit to redefine the global burger landscape in 1986 when Jerry and Janie Murrell asked three of their sons whether they wanted to start a business or go to college. Now, three decades after our first location opened in Arlington, Va., Five Guys – a fast-casual restaurant chain named for the Murrells' five sons – serves a classic take on hamburgers, fries and milkshakes in more than 1,700 locations across 24 countries. You can read more about the story of Five Guys at www.FiveGuys.com!

Does Five Guys offer delivery?

As of June 2024, we have more than 1,800 locations in over 24 countries! Most of our restaurants are in the United States.