We tried Five Guys next to its biggest competitor - here's who does it best

The hamburger: It's the greasy, delicious, unabashedly all-American meal.

Within the past decade, burgers have experienced a renaissance.

No longer the derided fast-food staple, an entire better-burger industry has blossomed around the humble hamburger.

But there appears to be a divide in the field.

There are chains aiming to elevate the burger experience to the next level of dining, and those looking to serve big, no-fuss, quality burgers.

We've visited two fast-casual chains that exemplify both approaches - Smashburger and Five Guys, respectively. Here's what we've found: