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Burger King Fans Call Out The Chain's 'Greedflation' After A Customer Shares Her $15 Meal That Used To Be $9: 'Huge Jump In Two Years'

July 2, 2024 by Julia DeKorte
shefinds | Food
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Remember the good old days when fast food prices weren’t outrageous? As it turns out, those “good old days” aren’t too far in the past. In fact, one customer just unearthed a coupon from May 2022 that listed a Whopper Mal For Two for just $8.99, and made a TikTok about it, comparing it to the price now—$14.99, and calling out the chain for its “huge jump” in price. Keep reading for more information.

@quill_chaser When your husband finds old @Burger King coupons in his car… #inflation #fastfood #burgerking #mcdonalds #pricecheck #couponing #coupon #pricetag #pricegouging #whopper #price ♬ original sound – Ally B.

Burger King Customer Reveals 2022 Ad

User @Quill_Chaser on TikTok posted a video to their page showing a coupon from May 2022. The coupon lists the Whopper Meal For Two, which includes 2 small Whopper Sandwiches, 2 Small French Fries, and 2 Small Soft Drinks for a total of $8.99.

“Look at this,” they began the video, holding up the coupon. “$8.99 coupon for a Whopper Meal For Two.” They then zoomed in on the expiration date, which is listed as May 1, 2022, and said, “And now it’s $14.99! That is a huge jump.” And to be sure, they added a screenshot from their Burger King app for the same meal, but listed for $14.99 instead.

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Burger King Customers Are Outraged

In the comment section of the video, hundreds of other users and Burger King customers expressed their outrage at the price increase. "Yes I just noticed that too," one person commented. "Fast food is no longer cheap, it's just fast."

"Yup the chicken sandwich deal was $4 now it's $8," another person added.

"+25% margin of profit for the corporations," one person pointed out. "No more inflation, this is corporate greed!"

"Greedflation!" another customer agreed.

"Because people KEEP supporting these companies," another said. "Of course they will increase profits. Stop eating at BK!"

"33% increase each year!" a final customer said. "That's crazy."

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Freelance Writer

Julia DeKorte is a New York-based writer. A graduate of the Columbia Publishing Course, Julia covers celebrity and brand news for SheFinds, reviews toys and games for People of Play, and loves cooking for her family, walking her dogs, and running outside, preferably in view of the ocean.

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Person enjoying a healthy lunch at a dining table.
Sipping spearmint tea for relaxation and digestion.
Various types of bread displayed on a wooden surface.
Fresh bakery items from Costco, including cakes and pastries.
Woman holding her head, feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Woman experiencing joint pain, indicating health issues.
Vibrant assortment of groceries from Shutterstock image.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic cup of coffee.
Assorted bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Top view of Brazilian food dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwiches in a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.