Big5 Iasi recognized by Restaurant Guru: ‘Best Burgers’ and ‘Best Mexican Restaurant’ 2026

In 2026, Restaurant Guru awarded Big5 American Diner the ‘Best Burgers’, ‘Best Mexican Restaurant’ and ‘Recommended’ distinctions. For us, these are more than three new badges: they continue a recognition that began in 2023 and reflect the people who choose, recommend and return to Big5.

Three Restaurant Guru distinctions for Big5 in 2026

Three 2026 distinctions appear on the Big5 profile and in the badges provided by Restaurant Guru:

“Best Burgers” — the distinction given to the category at the heart of our menu.
“Best Mexican Restaurant” — recognition associated with the Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes served at Big5.
“Recommended” — Restaurant Guru’s recommendation of the Big5 American Diner experience.

We use the names exactly as they appear on the badges. They are distinctions awarded by Restaurant Guru, not claims that Big5 has declared itself “the best”. You can find the latest information on the Big5 American Diner profile on Restaurant Guru.

Recognition that began in 2023

The 2026 distinctions are not the first time Big5 has appeared in Restaurant Guru’s categories. The restaurant profile also lists two “Best in the city” distinctions from 2023: one for Burgers and one for Mexican.

We are not presenting 2023–2026 as a ranking won every year. Based on the information published by Restaurant Guru, we can say that Big5 was recognized at two different points for the same directions that define our menu: burgers and Mexican-inspired dishes.

That continuity matters more than an isolated badge. The menu has developed, the team has grown, and guests have continued to leave reviews and recommend the Big5 experience.

How Restaurant Guru explains these distinctions

Restaurant Guru states that its recognition is based on the analysis of several factors, including reviews, ratings and user engagement trends on the platform.

That is why we describe these as distinctions awarded by Restaurant Guru. Behind them is feedback collected over time and the way people describe their restaurant experience.

For Big5, their value goes beyond the graphics displayed in the footer: they begin with our guests’ voices. Visit our Big5 reviews page to read what people say about the food, service and atmosphere.

Burgers, Tex-Mex and the complete diner experience

The “Best Burgers” distinction connects directly to the food that started the Big5 story: burgers made to order, from the Mighty Classic and Big5 Burger to the Double Double, Texican, Halloumi and Plant-Based options. To compare them, explore our complete guide to Big5 burgers.

“Best Mexican Restaurant” is the name Restaurant Guru uses for the second category. At Big5, this direction is represented primarily by Tex-Mex dishes: quesadillas, burritos, nachos, salsa and combinations made for a relaxed meal. You can explore them in our guide to Tex-Mex food in Iasi.

The “Recommended” badge reflects the experience as a whole: food, service and the American diner atmosphere. All dishes and current prices are available on the Big5 menu.

Thank you to everyone who chooses and recommends Big5

A distinction can be displayed in a badge. Behind it, however, are occupied tables, orders prepared on a busy evening, reviews written after a visit and people who return with friends.

Thank you to every guest who has walked through the Big5 doors, ordered from home, told us what they enjoyed or shared what we could improve. And thank you to the team that brings the same care to every plate and every table.

If you would like to try the dishes behind this recognition, visit Big5 American Diner at 17 Theodor Rascanu Street in Iasi. For opening hours, reservations and delivery options, see the Big5 contact page.

Savor the American Dream — made in Iasi.