Burgers are the quintessential people food. Pizza wants to be it, and the hot dog feels lucky just to share the same grill space. Burgers are not only a delicious meal choice, but they go a long way in bringing people together. Here are our top six ways in which the burger does just that:

 Burgers are affordable – A trip to a fancy restaurant is becoming a luxury instead of a convenience, with entrees costing far more than they would at a fast-casual or quick-serve restaurant. This is where the burger comes in. No longer are you stuck at home without your friends, or spending hours cooking just to see them. Burgers make it possible to afford a dinner out, while still keeping some money in your pocket.

There is a burger for everyone – A burger can truly please anyone. Even the pickiest of kids can find solitude in knowing their parents are taking them to a burger joint. They are easily customizable, making it the perfect dinner spot for you and any assortment of tastes in your group.

No cooking, or even worse, dishes – Don’t you just love coming home after a long day at work, taking your shoes off, and spending a couple of hours over the hot stove, only to have to do dishes afterwards? If you want to have friends over, the amount of cooking and dishes has quadrupled. Don’t forget to sweep your floor and take out the trash before they arrive. Sound like too much after a long day? Again, here comes the burger to the rescue. Save yourself the extra work and the extra cost, and enjoy some down time. That way when your friends arrive at our restaurant, you won’t be left frazzled and sweaty, with a sink full of dishes waiting for you. You can just relax...but maybe with your shoes on.

Familiarity – There is no meal that is more familiar than the burger. A person who is afraid to try new things, suddenly sees it on a hamburger and finds it not so frightening. It is the ultimate comfort food. The smell alone can take you back to your happiest of memories, because, doesn’t everyone’s happiest memories involve a burger?

Speed – Burgers can be made just the way you like them, and in a very short amount of time. Even when using the freshest of ingredients. So you don’t have to worry about missing your favorite TV show - you can just enjoy time with your friends and know you will make it home in time. If you are really worried, remember; with the burger you don’t even have to use a fork. Get messy, and enjoy.

Sides – Possibly the best way a burger brings people together is through its side dishes. I’m talking a giant, crispy plate of golden fries shared between friends alongside an ice cold drink of your choice. What brings more smiles, or better memories than that?

We bet there are way more than just six ways burgers bring people together. Got one to add to our list? Let us know!