Florida has the 2nd most Whataburger fast food restaurant in the USA

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How many Whataburger restaurants are there in Florida? The answer isn't too complicated and probably won't surprise you. It's actually just five shy of 50. The Texas-based fast-food chain has been flipping burgers and serving up shakes in the Sunshine State for years.

Now, Whataburger boasts 45 locations across Florida, making it the state with the second-highest number of restaurants nationwide, while there are a total of 1,033 restaurants across the country.

While Texas, as expected, remains the undisputed king with a whopping 733 Whataburger locations, Florida has edged out Oklahoma, which has 41 restaurants, to claim the runner-up spot.

Which Florida City Has The Most Restaurants?

Pensacola leads the pack of the cities in Florida, serving up Whataburger's famous made-to-order burgers at 8 locations. Jacksonville isn't far behind, with 7 restaurants scattered throughout the city.

Meanwhile, Tallahassee, the state capital, houses five Whataburger spots, while Fort Walton Beach and Milton round out the top five with 3 and 2 locations, respectively.

Despite not cracking the top 10 cities nationwide for Whataburger density, Florida's coastal communities have embraced the chain known for its orange-and-white striped A-frame buildings and loyal customer base.

Whataburger, founded in 1950 in Corpus Christi, Texas, has since expanded to 16 states, offering its signature patty melts, saucy burgers, and breakfast taquitos around the clock. The chain's popularity recently earned it the No. 9 spot in USA TODAY's list of best regional fast-food restaurants.

What Do You Think?

1. Have you tried Whataburger? What's your favorite menu item?

2. Which Florida city do you think should be next to get a Whataburger location?