Burger King is bringing back a popular menu item but customers are slamming the chain for the ‘overpriced’ option
A POLARIZING menu item is set to return to Burger King – with customers complaining about it being "overpriced."
The fast-food chain will be bringing back the Italian Royal Crispy Chicken sandwich starting Monday, June 19, a company spokesperson confirmed with The U.S Sun.
The item comes with chicken breaded breast topped with marinara sauce and two slices of mozzarella cheese on a brioche bun that's toasted.
Burger King could not confirm the price of the sandwich – but customers in reaction to the news were slamming the cost of it last time around.
Many said that the chain charged $8.50 for the Italian sandwich that was last seen on the menu months ago.
One critic in a Reddit thread said: "I think this was like 8.50 when I had it. Very expensive for the lack of quality."
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In response, another critic said: "$8.50?! Lmfao I’ll go eat at a sit down restaurant"
And another strictly slammed the taste of the crispy Italian sandwich.
"Chicken parm is one of my top most favorite foods, I hadn't believed there could be a bad version of it until I tried BKs," a disgruntled customer said.
"Never again, BK, never again."
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But for those who are eagerly waiting for the Italian Royal Crispy Chicken sandwich to come back – keep in mind that it will only be available until August 17 at participating locations.
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Keep in mind that the item is not to be confused with the Italian Original Chicken Sandwich.
That item is served on a sesame seed bun and is larger.
And while prices can vary by location, the item sold for just $6.69 at a local store earlier this year.
However, the sandwich is no longer listed on its menu.
One fan said: "I wish they would just bring back the Italian original chicken sandwich. Easily their best sandwich [and it] rivals the whopper."
But those who prefer the sesame bun can still order the standard original chicken sandwich that comes with lettuce and mayonnaise for $4.89.
Also, customers can customize for extra cost to include bacon or American cheese.
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But Burger King isn't the only one shaking up its menu.
For example, Jack in the Box has brought back two fan favorites.
This includes the cheddar biscuit sandwiches, which feature bacon and sausage varieties.
Popeyes has added the blackened chicken sandwich to its permanent menu.
The item features whole chicken breast, cajun spices, topped with spicy or classic mayo, crunchy barrel-cured pickles, and a toasted buttery brioche bun.
It is also "marinated for 12 hours," according to Popeyes.
Fans were saying "thank you, Jesus," in reaction to the news.
Also, McDonald's has been adding to its menu.
On Tuesday, it launched a drink to honor the purple puppet Grimace.
It's a shake that's made of vanilla soft serve and berry flavors with whipped cream as the topping.
Also, McDonald's recently brought back a few freeze treats, which are as follows:
- Frozen Coca-Cola
- Frozen Fanta Blue Raspberry
- Frozen Sprite Lymonade
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