This ‘Four Guys’ Joint In Lebanon Is Basically A Five Guys Dupe

Craving Five Guys – the place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings you could stuff between fresh-baked buns? Well, fuhgeddaboudit. In a quirky twist that has captivated fast food enthusiasts in Lebanon, a new burger spot, ‘Four Guys’, has opened its doors, offering a strikingly familiar experience to patrons of the internationally renowned Five Guys burger chain.

A TikTok video by Beirut.com has brought this intriguing story to public attention, showcasing Four Guys as a near-identical replica of its American counterpart, from its name to its distinct red-and-white branding. Lebanon didn’t need a fifth guy to come, because according to the video, the restaurant practically offers an eerily similar menu (right down to the menu item names) and quality of food at a more affordable price.

@beirut.com Craving Five Guys in Lebanon? This new spot is the perfect replica. Anyone who’s been to Five Guys—or even just Googled it—will instantly recognize the similarities. From the logo and red-and-white color scheme to the menu (yes, even the names of the items). The only difference is that FOUR GUYS is slightly cheaper than the OG. #BeirutCityGuide #Beirut #Lebanon #FiveGuys #NewInBeirut #NewInLebanon #Burgers #BurgerLovers #Foodies ♬ original sound – 𝚊𝚕𝚏𝚒𝚎 𐙚 🫀

Four Guys seems to have meticulously recreated the Five Guys ambiance. TikTok users who have previously dined at Five Guys or even conducted a cursory search online will immediately recognize the likeness—a testament to Four Guys’ dedication to its business model.

Since the release of the TikTok video, social media platforms have been buzzing with reactions. Many users expressed amusement and curiosity, with others positing the implications of such a close imitation in the fast food industry landscape.

While it remains to be seen how Four Guys will handle potential branding and intellectual property issues, for now, it’s enjoying its moment as a hot spot in Lebanon’s food scene.