Looks like Carl's Jr. is claiming a stake in the French Dip game. According to Brand Eating, a Carl's Jr. location in Stevenson Ranch, Calif., is testing a new Thickburger dubbed the French Dip.

The French Dip Thickburger is made with roast beef that's thinly sliced, a charbroiled 1/2 pound beef patty, horseradish sauce and a slice of Swiss cheese. It's squeezed between two of Carl's fresh-baked buns and served with an au jus dipping sauce. The French Dip will join the existing Memphis BBQ Burger and Philly Cheesesteak Burger if successful.

Carl's aficionados may remember a similar French Dip item at Hardee's back in 2009. It looks like the Carl's variation may be a slightly updated version.

H/T Brand Eating Picthx Eric Sunde