“Deluxe” shows up on burger menus everywhere, but it’s never actually standardized — it’s a word restaurants use to signal “more complete” without spelling out exactly what that means. On our menu, it has a specific, fixed answer.
Here’s exactly what’s on our Cheeseburger Deluxe, how it’s priced against every other burger we make, and when the extra dollar is actually worth it.
Most of what comes up when you search “cheeseburger deluxe” is generic definitions or fast-food chain comparisons. None of it tells you what a specific, real Deluxe actually includes versus the plain Cheeseburger sitting right next to it on the same menu — which is the only comparison that matters when you’re the one ordering.
It’s also one of the more common points of confusion for first-time customers, since “deluxe” sounds like it could mean almost anything — a bigger patty, a fancier bun, an extra meat topping. On our menu it means something specific and consistent, and it’s worth knowing exactly what before you decide it’s worth the extra dollar.
What’s on Our Cheeseburger Deluxe
Our Cheeseburger Deluxe is a Cheeseburger with six things added: lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, mayo, and ketchup. Nothing about the burger itself changes — it’s the same patty and the same cheese as the plain Cheeseburger. What changes is everything around it.
Each addition earns its place instead of just padding the order. Lettuce and tomato add moisture and freshness against the richness of the patty and cheese. Pickles cut through that same richness with acid. Onion adds sharpness. Mayo and ketchup round out the condiment side that a plain Cheeseburger doesn’t have at all.
That matches how “deluxe” is used across the industry generally. According to The Pitch’s reporting on deluxe burgers, the traditional deluxe formula is lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onion added to a basic burger — exactly the direction ours takes, not a vague upsell.
Cheeseburger vs. Cheeseburger Deluxe: The Real Difference
| Cheeseburger | Cheeseburger Deluxe | |
|---|---|---|
| Patty & cheese | Same | Same |
| Produce | None | Lettuce, tomatoes, onions |
| Condiments | None included | Mayo, ketchup |
| Pickles | No | Yes |
| Price | $6.50 | $7.50 |
One dollar buys six additions. If you’d order any of those toppings separately anyway — lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, mayo, ketchup — the Deluxe is cheaper than the Cheeseburger plus asking for extras individually, and it’s the same burger either way.
It’s worth being specific about what doesn’t change too, since that’s just as much a part of the comparison. The patty size is the same. The cheese is the same. The bun is the same. Nothing about the actual burger is upgraded — every difference between the two lives entirely in what’s added on top, which is exactly why the price gap is a flat dollar rather than a bigger jump.
Where It Sits in Our Full Burger Lineup
The Deluxe isn’t the only step up from a plain Cheeseburger. Here’s the complete price ladder, so you can see exactly what each increment actually buys:
| Burger | What Changes | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | Plain, no cheese | $5.50 |
| Cheeseburger | + Melted cheese | $6.50 |
| Cheeseburger Deluxe | + Lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, mayo, ketchup | $7.50 |
| Bacon Cheese Burger | + Bacon (no produce) | $8.00 |
| Paisa’s Cheeseburger | Ham, provolone, jalapeños | $8.75 |
| Double Cheeseburger | Two patties, melted cheese | $9.00 |
Notice the Deluxe and the Bacon Cheese Burger take opposite directions from the same $6.50 starting point — one adds produce and condiments, the other adds a single meat topping with nothing fresh. They’re not better or worse versions of each other, just different answers to “what do I want added to my cheeseburger.”
The Pizza Cheeseburger and Paisa’s Cheeseburger both skip the produce-vs-meat question entirely and go a third direction — mozzarella and marinara on one, ham and provolone and jalapeños on the other. Neither is a “deluxe” in the traditional sense; they’re their own builds, priced closer to the Bacon Cheese Burger than to the plain Cheeseburger.
Why “Deluxe” Doesn’t Mean the Same Thing Everywhere
Because there’s no industry standard for what “deluxe” means, it’s worth checking rather than assuming, especially if you’re used to a different restaurant’s version. Some places use it to mean a bigger patty. Others use it for premium buns or specialty sauces. Ours keeps it simple and consistent: the classic produce-and-condiment lineup, not a size upgrade or a different cut of beef.
That consistency traces back to how the term originated in the first place. Diners and burger stands started using “deluxe” decades ago as shorthand for “the full works” version of a basic sandwich — a way to sell a more complete meal without listing every topping on the menu board. The word survived; the exact topping list it refers to didn’t get locked in industry-wide, which is why it’s worth a quick check anywhere you haven’t ordered it before.
That consistency is also why it’s a safe default order if you’re not sure what you want. A plain Cheeseburger risks feeling bare; the Deluxe covers the toppings most people expect on a proper burger without you having to list them out one by one when you call.
Which One Should You Order?
If you want a classic burger with real toppings and nothing unusual, the Deluxe is the straightforward answer. If you’d rather skip the produce entirely and go straight to bacon, the Bacon Cheese Burger takes the same $6.50 base in the opposite direction. And if you want something with more personality — ham, provolone, and jalapeños — Paisa’s Cheeseburger is our own signature build, not a variation on the deluxe formula at all.
See the full lineup, including the rest of our sandwiches, in our complete burger guide.
Ordering for a Group with Different Preferences
Burgers are one of the easier group orders precisely because everyone can get a different build off the same base menu without anyone waiting on a special request. Someone who wants the classic toppings gets the Deluxe, someone who wants it simple gets the plain Cheeseburger, and someone chasing more flavor gets Paisa’s Cheeseburger or the Bacon Cheese Burger — four different orders, one phone call.
If pizza is also part of the order, our guide to ordering for a group covers how to size that side of things so nothing goes cold waiting on the rest of the table.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What’s on a Cheeseburger Deluxe?
- Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, mayo, and ketchup, added to the same patty and cheese as our regular Cheeseburger.
- What’s the difference between a Cheeseburger and a Cheeseburger Deluxe?
- The burger itself is identical. The Deluxe adds lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, mayo, and ketchup for one extra dollar.
- Does the Cheeseburger Deluxe come with bacon?
- No. Bacon is only on the Bacon Cheese Burger. The Deluxe is produce and condiments, not meat toppings.
- How much does the Cheeseburger Deluxe cost?
- $7.50.
- Can I customize the toppings on a Cheeseburger Deluxe?
- Call (215) 904-7353 to ask about substitutions — available swaps aren’t confirmed online, so it’s best to check directly when you order.
The classic toppings, on the classic burger.