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3. In-N-Out Burger
Headquarters: Irvine, California
US sales: $615 million
Number of US restaurants: 313
Financial performance rank: 40
Customer satisfaction rank: 5
Value rank: 1
California’s first drive-thru hamburger stand was opened in 1948. Nearly seven decades later, the menu remains simple, offering only five items. But loyal customers know that if they want to expand their options, they can order off the not-so-secret menu — it features items such as a protein style burger and grilled cheese.
In-N-Out can only be found on the West Coast, but there’s a good reason for that. Since the chain prides itself on serving top-notch ingredients free of additives or preservatives, all stores must be within 300 miles of the distribution facilities. Sorry, East Coasters.
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