How do you eat a burger? Do you hold it with both hands and take a big bite out of the middle, or do you cut it in half first? For those who thought there was no “right” or “wrong” way to do it, you may be surprised to know there’s an art to eating America’s favorite sandwich. Kua’Aina Sandwich in Haleiwa, HI, known for having the best burgers around, serves theirs on your choice of roll with a variety of toppings to choose from, including pineapple. Their burgers are a must-try on Oahu’s North Shore.

How to Hold a Burger the Right Way

Burgers are delicious, but they’re also notoriously messy. With all that meat, gooey cheese, condiments, and juices from the tomatoes and pickles running down your arm as you dig in, you’ll need to make sure you have plenty of napkins. But holding it the wrong way may be contributing to some of the mess. Most people hold the burger with both hands, keeping their thumbs on the bottom and the rest of their fingers on the top.

The best way to maintain the burger’s precarious architecture while you eat is to keep your thumbs and pinkies at the bottom and three middle fingers on the top. This ensures the burger has equal support on the top and bottom, and from all sides, reducing slippage and keeping the elements inside the bun. So next time you grab a bacon double cheeseburger, remember this technique. You may be pleasantly surprised.

Kua’Aina Sandwich in Haleiwa, HI, serves up mouthwatering burgers, Hawaiian style, but their mahi sandwiches are just as crowd pleasing. With branches in Kapolei, Tokyo, and London, they’re an international sensation. For the best burger restaurant in Hawaii, contact the Kua’Aina Sandwich today by calling (808) 637-6067.