Fatburger   

Fatburger says it has the leanest beef in town, so why is it called Fatburger? The name is derived from the 1950s slang term for "success," as in "fat cat" and "fat city." Fat city for this 50-plus chain restaurant is Los Angeles and Southern California, but the franchise is cruisin' east, making Pittsburgh its first Pennsylvania stop. Fatburger, which was founded in 1952, maintains its mid-century image with retro decor and a nice collection of jazz and R&B oldies on the jukebox. The high-traffic strip mall location isn't made for cruising, but there's still room for patio dining in fair weather. Burgers are grilled to order, giving diners time to savor the aroma as the kitchen crew shouts down the line. The one-third-pound Fatburger comes loaded with toppings, and customers can add ranch dressing, bacon, chili or egg. There's a turkey burger, a Baby Fat and a "Fatkins"-style (bunless) burger for patrons watching their waistlines. Not surprisingly, this California favorite is already drawing a crowd in Pittsburgh.