When it comes to eating food and eating out, many focus on the entree, but most of us know that often the sides can dictate if a meal is good or not. When it comes to hamburgers, some places are better than others, but it often comes down to who has the best fries when you choose a place to go. There are many options when it comes to eating French fries in Colorado, but which place does Colorado say has the best French fries?

The Best French Fries in America

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French fries come in many different styles, shapes, sizes, and tastes. There are certain places known to have amazing fries, and other places you may avoid because their fries are not your favorite. A recent study by highriskpay.com revealed each state's favorite fries, and the results are a little surprising. According to the study, McDonald's is home to the best French fries in America when it comes to fast food. The place voted the second best is Five Guys, and coming in at third is Chick-fil-A. Many other popular fast food chains made the list, but fell in shocking places. For example, In-N-Out ranked 8th, Burger King ranked 11th, and Jack in the Box landed at 15th. So which fast food chain does Colorado think offers the best French fries?

Colorado's Favorite Fast Food French Fries

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According to the survey, Five Guys is Colorado's favorite fast food chain for French fries. They can be a tad salty at times, but they are made fresh, you get a good amount, and they are good with or without any kind of condiments. So what makes the perfect French fries? 34% said they prefer thin shoestring-type fries, 16% prefer curly fries, 12% like thick-cut steak fries, and 12% like waffle fries. Which type do you prefer? Depending on which style is your favorite will dictate where you may like to go for the best French fries. When it comes to dipping sauces, 42% prefer ketchup, 12% like Ranch, and 9% prefer to have no dipping sauce.

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There are many places to go for French fries when eating fast food, but which place is the best to go to in your opinion in Colorado? Do you agree with the state, or prefer some place else? To see the full study, make sure to click the link in the second paragraph above.

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