Slap two patties together, melt some cheese, and toast that bun—today is National Double Cheeseburger Day, and it’s a reason to celebrate. For burger lovers, it’s a day to indulge.

What makes a double cheeseburger memorable? It’s when you can get the perfect balance with the sizzle of beef, the pull of cheese, the bite of a toasted bun, and then… the moment it all comes together.

The history of the double cheeseburger is a little unclear. One story points to 1930s California, where Bob’s Big Boy helped popularize stacking two patties with cheese. Around the same time, diners across the country were experimenting with double-stacked burgers. Whatever the origin, the double cheeseburger became a staple—heartier, more filling, and fun.

Burger chefs we know say it’s the small touches that m

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