Farmer Boys is a California-born fast-casual chain serving cooked-to-order burgers, all-day breakfast, hand-spun milkshakes, and hearty salads. With roughly 100 locations across California and Nevada, the brand is known for generous portions and farm-fresh ingredients.
Signature items
Signature double-patty burger
Upgrade to onion rings for a small upcharge
Available all day
Best everyday value
Calorie counts are approximate based on Farmer Boys nutrition guide data; prices are estimates.
| Item | Calories (approx.) | Est. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Big Cheese® | 870 | ~$9.99 |
| Double Big Cheese® | 1,160 | ~$12.49 |
| Farmer’s Burger® | 820 | ~$10.99 |
| Bacon Boy® | 910 | ~$10.49 |
| Jr. Cheeseburger | 430 | ~$5.99 |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 540 | ~$9.99 |
| Hand-Spun Milkshake | 720 | ~$6.49 |
| French Fries (Medium) | 370 | ~$3.49 |
Like-for-like comparison of burger, combo, and shake categories at similar West Coast fast-casual chains.
| Category | Farmer Boys | In-N-Out | The Habit Burger | Five Guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest burger | ~$5.99 | ~$4.50 | ~$5.99 | ~$9.99 |
| Signature burger | ~$9.99 | ~$5.25 | ~$8.99 | ~$12.99 |
| Burger combo / meal | ~$13.99 | ~$9.75 | ~$13.49 | ~$17.99 |
| Milkshake | ~$6.49 | ~$3.25 | ~$5.99 | ~$7.99 |
| Side of fries (med.) | ~$3.49 | included | ~$3.49 | included |
Farmer Boys was founded in 1981 in Perris, California by five brothers — the Havadjias family — who wanted to bring farm-fresh, quality ingredients to an approachable fast-food format. The original mission was simple: serve food made from scratch with real ingredients, cooked to order rather than sitting under a heat lamp. That philosophy still drives the brand today, nearly half a century later.
With roughly 100 locations concentrated in the Inland Empire, greater Los Angeles, San Diego, and Nevada, Farmer Boys has remained a regional favorite rather than chasing national scale. The chain is best known for its Big Cheese® double-patty burger, all-day breakfast made with cage-free eggs, and thick, hand-spun milkshakes. The "Farmstand" value menu, introduced to offer more affordable options, has made the brand accessible to a wider audience without sacrificing the made-to-order quality.
Farmer Boys has won numerous "Best Burger" awards from regional publications over the years, and its loyalty program — Very Important Farmer (VIF) — rewards regulars with points on every purchase. The brand continues to expand carefully throughout California and Nevada, with a focus on maintaining food quality and the family-owned spirit that defined its earliest days.
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Find a Farmer Boys near youYes — Farmer Boys is well known for serving its full breakfast menu all day, every day. Whether you want pancakes, a breakfast burrito, or eggs and hash browns at dinner time, all locations accommodate all-day breakfast orders.
The Big Cheese® is Farmer Boys’ signature burger: a double-patty cheeseburger loaded with toppings. It’s consistently one of the chain’s best sellers and has won multiple regional “Best Burger” awards over the years. A Double Big Cheese® is also available for larger appetites.
Farmer Boys has approximately 100 locations, concentrated in California (primarily the Inland Empire, greater Los Angeles, and San Diego areas) and Nevada. The chain has intentionally grown slowly to maintain food quality and its family-owned character.
Yes. Farmer Boys uses cage-free eggs for its breakfast items, including breakfast burritos, platters, sandwiches, and omelets. The chain has highlighted its commitment to higher-welfare ingredients as part of its farm-fresh positioning.
The Farmstand is Farmer Boys’ value-focused menu tier, offering burgers and meals at a lower price point without sacrificing the made-to-order quality the brand is known for. The Farmstand Burger is one of the most affordable full-size burgers on the menu, typically priced several dollars below the signature burgers.
Yes. The Very Important Farmer (VIF) program lets members earn 1 point for every $1 spent. Points can be redeemed for food items. Members also receive exclusive offers, double-point events, and birthday surprises. Sign-up is free through the Farmer Boys website or app.
Yes. Farmer Boys milkshakes are hand-spun to order using ice cream and milk, resulting in a thicker, creamier shake than pre-made or machine-dispensed alternatives. Classic flavors include vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, and seasonal flavors are offered periodically.
The most affordable items are sides and drinks: hash browns, coleslaw, and fountain drinks are typically around $2.99. French fries and lemonade run about $3.49. The Jr. Cheeseburger is the most affordable burger, usually priced around $5.99. All prices vary by location.
Farmer Boys offers several vegetarian-friendly items including garden salads, veggie wraps, pancakes, French toast, grilled cheese, hash browns, fries, onion rings, and fountain drinks. The chain does not currently advertise a dedicated veggie burger patty, but vegetarian sides and breakfast items are plentiful.