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How to Order the Flying Dutchman Onion Burger at In-N-Out

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The clearest way to order the onion-wrapped version is:

“I’d like a Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped, please.”

That wording distinguishes it from In-N-Out’s standard Flying Dutchman, which comes with two beef patties and two cheese slices but no bun, vegetables, onions, or condiments.

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What to say at the counter

Use either of these versions:

  • “Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped.”
  • “Flying Dutchman with a whole grilled onion wrap, please.”

The important words are “whole grilled onion.” They tell the employee you want intact grilled onion slices used in place of the bun—not the chopped grilled onions that are commonly added to a regular burger.

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What you will receive

The order consists of:

  • Two beef patties
  • Two slices of melted cheese
  • One whole grilled onion slice below the stack
  • One whole grilled onion slice above it

There is no bun. The standard Flying Dutchman also does not automatically include lettuce, tomato, spread, pickles, mustard, or onions. In-N-Out describes the basic item as two patties and two cheese slices without buns or condiments.

Do not order only a “Flying Dutchman”

If you ask for just a Flying Dutchman, you will normally get the plain meat-and-cheese version. The onion wrap is an additional request, so state it explicitly:

“Flying Dutchman—whole grilled onion wrap.”

An employee may repeat the order or ask whether you want the plain version or the onion-wrapped version. Confirm with: “The whole grilled onion wrap, please.”

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Whole grilled onion versus grilled onion

Phrase Usually means
Grilled onion Chopped onion grilled on the cooking surface
Whole grilled onion An intact onion slice grilled as a piece
Whole grilled onion wrap Whole grilled onion slices placed above and below the Flying Dutchman

For this order, say the full phrase rather than simply asking for “onions.”

Is it Animal Style?

No. Animal Style and a whole-grilled-onion Flying Dutchman are different requests.

Animal Style generally adds a mustard-cooked patty, pickles, extra spread, and grilled onions to a conventional burger. It does not automatically mean that a Flying Dutchman will be wrapped in whole grilled onion slices.

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If you want the onion-wrapped meat and cheese only, avoid ordering “Flying Dutchman Animal Style” unless you specifically want to discuss the Animal Style additions. That phrase may lead to questions about mustard, pickles, spread, and the type of onion.

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Adding other toppings

Request extras separately. For example:

“Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped, with pickles and spread on the side.”

Do not assume that a regular burger’s toppings will be included. If you want lettuce, tomato, pickles, spread, or mustard, name each one.

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What to expect when it is prepared

  1. Allow extra time. Whole onion slices require separate preparation and may take longer than a plain Flying Dutchman.
  2. Expect a messy item. It has no bun and may be served in wax paper rather than being easy to hold like a standard burger.
  3. Do not confuse it with Protein Style. Protein Style uses lettuce in place of the bun. If you want both lettuce and whole grilled onions, ask for both. Employees may need to enter that combination as a Double-Double Protein Style with extra whole grilled onion rather than as a Flying Dutchman with Protein Style.
  4. Check the order before leaving. If you see no onion slices, clarify that you requested the whole grilled onion wrap—not merely grilled onions.

Pricing

Prices vary by restaurant, so check the location where you are ordering. Older guides sometimes recommend buying two patties and two cheese slices separately as a cheaper substitute. In March 2025, In-N-Out aligned the price of those components with the Flying Dutchman price in at least some California locations, ending the commonly reported price loophole. It is no longer safe to assume that the separate order costs less.

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The one-line order

“Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped, please.”

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That is the shortest and least ambiguous way to request two patties and two cheese slices enclosed by whole grilled onion slices.

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For the basic item’s description, see In-N-Out’s history page. The chain’s Not So Secret Menu explains Animal Style and other recognized variations.

FAQ

What is a Flying Dutchman at In-N-Out?

It is two beef patties and two slices of cheese served without a bun or standard condiments. Onions and other toppings must be requested separately.

How do I get the onion-wrapped version?

Say, “Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped.” The phrase requests whole grilled onion slices on both sides of the meat-and-cheese stack.

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Is a Flying Dutchman Animal Style the same thing?

No. Animal Style can involve mustard-cooked patties, pickles, extra spread, and grilled onions. It does not automatically mean a whole grilled onion wrap.

Can I add lettuce or other toppings?

Yes, but ask for each addition explicitly. For lettuce, say you want Protein Style as well as the whole grilled onion wrap; employees may enter the order as a Double-Double Protein Style with extra whole grilled onion.

The Bottom Line

Order it by saying: “Flying Dutchman, whole grilled onion wrapped.” Do not rely on “Flying Dutchman” alone, and do not substitute “Animal Style” unless you want those additional toppings.

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply. Prices as of November 12, 2026 11:46 am GMT+0530.

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