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Five Guys Burgers set for 31st and Iowa
May 17, 2008
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Five Guys Burger and Fries, a Virginia-based chain, plans to open a store at 2000 W. 31st St., sharing a building with existing tenants D3 Sports and UPS Store and adjacent to On the Border near Home Depot and Best Buy.
The restaurant will be the chain’s 292nd. Owners of the franchise for the Lawrence area are Dustin and Kathy Walker, and Mike and Holly Richey.
Signs already are up and gaining attention, said Kelly Kriegh, who will be general manager. He plans to hire 36 to 40 employees for the place that will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week.
Five Guys, founded in 1986, offers cooked-to-order burgers, kosher hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches and other fare, plus buckets of peanuts for people to nibble on while they wait.
“It’s an open kitchen,” Kriegh said. “Everything’s grilled, well done.”
The store is expected to open by the end of June, Kriegh said.
For more information, visit www.fiveguys.com.
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17 May 2008 at 7:15 a.m.
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hawkperchedatriverfront (Anonymous) says…
Just what we need in Lawrence, more fine dining. Good luck five guys. I can't wait for the Three Girls Grill to open specilizing in Veggie Burgers.
17 May 2008 at 9:24 a.m.
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kubacker (Anonymous) says…
Put the emphasis on good service and you'll shut down all the other burger joints in Lawrence!
17 May 2008 at 9:50 a.m.
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Sigmund (Anonymous) says…
“It’s an open kitchen,” Kriegh said. “Everything’s grilled, well done.”
That is a little like saying, “You get to watch us while we overcook your burger into a dry charcoal bricket.” I hope this was misquoted and will give it a try ordering my burger “medium” or shockingly even “medium rare.”
17 May 2008 at 10:07 a.m.
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caton1982 (Anonymous) says…
We need to stop building banks and food joints and put something in Lawrence for the younger crowd to hang out. I remember the skateing rank, putt putt, arcade, ect… where are kids in Lawrence really suppose to do. Lawrence needs to think about ALL the people who live here.
17 May 2008 at 10:18 a.m.
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St_James (Anonymous) says…
I know what you mean, caton. When my family comes to visit all I can suggest is a walk up and down mass (window shopping) and a movie. It'd be nice if there was more family-friendly fare.
17 May 2008 at 10:44 a.m.
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peachesncream (Anonymous) says…
so agree with you both st james and caton…..what are they going to do with old food for less?
17 May 2008 at 10:45 a.m.
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Sigmund (Anonymous) says…
caton1982 (Anonymous) says… “We need to stop building banks and food joints and put something in Lawrence for the younger crowd to hang out. I remember the skateing rank, putt putt, arcade, ect… where are kids in Lawrence really suppose to do. Lawrence needs to think about ALL the people who live here.”
“We” didn't put in a new burger joint, four individuals are risking their money hoping to make a living after paying off their expenses, wages, and taxes. On the other hand “you” should feel free to risk “your” life savings and put in a “skateing rank,” whatever that is.
17 May 2008 at 10:58 a.m.
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skybound (Anonymous) says…
I just returned from New York last night and the last place we decided to eat before hitting the airport was 5 Guys. WHY? Because the food is delicious. Lawrence needs a really good burger spot, so try it before you complain.
17 May 2008 at 5:09 p.m.
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formerksteacher (Anonymous) says…
I was doubtful about this place until my husband made me eat in one in Missouri. I rarely like fastfood cheeseburgers, but this was GREAT!! You HAVE to try the fries - fresh, and they even have a sign telling you the origin of the day's potatos. I got to pick from a large menu the toppings for my burger, and it was actually flavorful. Gotta say, the place was clean and efficient. Duly impressed. I may have to eat 'fast food' a little more often!
21 May 2008 at 9:46 p.m.
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daljayhawk (Anonymous) says…
You people have obviously never been to the east coast. Five Guys is the hottest burger joint from DC to Florida. It wins the best burger in every town it moves to. People, your complaints are out of ignorance. It's the best burger I've ever had, and will ever have. Try it with an open mind, and you will be amazed. They don't even have a freezer in their restaraunt! Everything is fresh!
21 May 2008 at 10:01 p.m.
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Rationalanimal (Anonymous) says…
The question is, what is the point we can execise the maximum tax out of them without putting them out of business?
21 May 2008 at 10:08 p.m.
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Marion (Marion Lynn) says…
hawkperchedatriverfront (Anonymous) says…
Just what we need in Lawrence, more fine dining. Good luck five guys. I can't wait for the Three Girls Grill to open specilizing in Veggie Burgers.”
Marion writes:
What?
No meat?
sorry
it was *SO* there
“Staff”:
please don't delete me!
21 May 2008 at 11:47 p.m.
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Multidisciplinary (Anonymous) says…
daljayhawk
Few had heard of Backyard Burger when it came in, but once word got around, I know people who used to grill their own burgers very regularly, but then quit when they found out how good they were and had a drive thru. (they've gotten a little dry for my taste, probably just me).
My worry for 5 guys is the Lawrence/Drive thru factor.
So many families just can't “get out to eat-in”.
Lack of a drive thru has killed some good places.
I could stand a Griff's giant cheeseburger tonight!
2 June 2008 at 5:16 p.m.
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brotherskeeper (Anonymous) says…
I used to work near one in D.C.
Mighty tasty burgers… check the grease! Yum. Cajun fries will not disappoint
I can't wait.
2 June 2008 at 5:38 p.m.
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not_holroyd (Anonymous) says…
Welcome to the community Five Guys.
Notice that poor old Hawk, who complains terribly about no business growth in town is nasty in response to even this article. He should instead be grateful for new entrepreneurs, don't you think?
Have a great day.
2 June 2008 at 5:40 p.m.
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beobachter (Anonymous) says…
Just what we need, another burger joint. We seem to have a real shortage of them.