It's always fun to try something new, but with recent inflation, the drive-thru might not be the best place for experimentation anymore. Still, major fast-food chains are constantly rolling out new items, hoping to capitalize on trends before anyone else does.
Unfortunately, this strategy doesn’t always pay off, and our list serves as proof these questionable creations ever existed. Here are five of the grossest ideas fast-food chains came up with this year.
Domino's Giant Doughnuts
A new dessert option that still hasn't debuted in the US, critics have complained that it's just pizza crust with some frosting. That's a shame because this actually sounds like it would slap after scarfing down some pizza.
@2aussie Domino’s Giant Donut #fyp #👍#giant #donut #dessert #cake #fypシ゚ #dominos #giant #🔥 ♬ original sound - 2Aussie
Burger King's Pickle Fries
The shoestring fried pickles originated from a promotional contest and have since gotten mixed reviews, with many complaining that they're too limp.
@kodakredd_ Burger King Pickle Fries Review , 6/10.Ion Like Limp Shit 😭
♬ Monkeyshine-JP - Lt FitzGibbons Men
Taco Bell's Baja Blast Gelato
Inspired by the famous Mountain Dew Baja Blast flavor, this limited-time dessert option was designed as a creamy twist on the iconic beverage. However, fans were quick to note its sub-par quality and it's lackluster taste, which some said was just too close to the actual drink.
@morganchompz TRYING TACO BELL BAJA BLAST GELATO?! 🌊 are you going to try this? @tacobell #tacobell #mountaindew #bajablast #gelato #fastfood #newfood #mtndewbajablast #icecream #dessert #bajablastgelato #foodreview #cinnabondelights #fastfoodreview #tastetest #morganchomps ♬ original sound - Morgan Chomps
McDonald's Chicken Big Mac
Featuring two crispy chicken patties instead of beef, the burger still came with lettuce, pickles, cheese and the iconic Big Mac sauce. A twist on the classic item, fans recorded themselves on the verge of spitting up.
@s_johnson_voiceovers The Chicken Big Mac is finally in America. Two Giant Chicken Nuggets in place of Burger patties. Is it good? Have you had it? . #foodreview #McDonalds #foodie #fastfood #new #trending ♬ original sound - Stefan Johnson
Wendy's Krabby Patty Combos
The "SpongeBob SquarePants" inspired meal deal came with a pineapple frosty, fries and a burger with a "secret sauce" (that was aioli). Despite its viral promotions, many fans were upset with the high price, lack of theming and the fact it went against the show's creators' wishes to never do a fast food collaboration.
@butthatsmyopinion My day is ruined and my disappointment is immeasurable… @Wendy’s #krabbypatty #wendys #spongebob ♬ original sound - But That’s My Opinion
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