I don't get burgers very often but when the mood strikes it's usually around 6AM. Carl's Jr. is the only fast food joint that will sell you a burger at that time.
Always go through the drive through at that time of day, little waiting.
I've always found the food to be fresh and the 'famous star' (is that the one with the onion ring inside?) is just wonderful.
I do believe that the other Carl's that was on Crater Lake Hwy had better tasting food, but, alas, it is no more.
Matter-of-fact, I'm going there this morning. If I find it to have changed, I'll amend my review.
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