10 Beloved Fast Food Chains These Customers Found Lacking

As we all know, not all fast food chains are created equal. Most are not particularly recommended, despite nearly all having universal success worldwide. Recently, finicky eaters met in an online discussion to uncover the worst fast food chains. (I apologize in advance if your favorite makes the list!)

1. Burger King

Despite having one of the catchiest commercial jingles ever, many people confess that Burger King is completely hit or miss these days. Your meal could be great or awful depending on the location, time of day, and whether specific employees are working. But, one day, Burger King will live up to the lofty expectations set by their iconic jingle.

2. Subway

Despite being in the sandwich-making business for decades, Subway doesn't have an excellent reputation for quality. "Subway is straight trash," reports one man. Their ingredients are the most bottom-of-the-barrel cafeteria food crap. Every time I'm desperate enough to go in, the soda never has carbonation, either." I like to think that his local subway sees him coming in and intentionally disconnects the carbonation line, but that's just me. 

3. Long John Silver's

Surprisingly, Long John Silver's is still in business despite countless people confessing they've never known anybody who's eaten there! This fast seafood chain has been in business since 1969 despite no one admitting they've ever been a patron. Who wants fast seafood, anyway?

4. KFC

Fried food is a tough sell for many people - even if you order it fresh, by the time you eat KFC chicken, you'll be greeted with a sad and greasy bag of brown. "Their food is way overpriced, and frankly, you can probably get better fried chicken from your local grocery store's hot deli," explains one man.

5. McDonald's

Unsurprisingly, the most successful fast-food chain in history makes this list. But, unfortunately, when you have as many locations as McDonald's has, you're bound to have a few franchises that don't live up to the high standard that was created. As a result, many locations in small towns suffer from terrible food quality and poor customer service. 

6. Friendly's

Even if you enjoy eating at Friendly's, one read-through of this patron's review of the restaurant will make you second-guess visiting again. "Let me describe Friendly's for everyone: There's a thick coat of sticky greasy on every surface, it's lit like a budget funeral home, and there's always the faint smell of vomit somewhere in the air," argues one diner. That is not a good review, people. 

7. Dunkin' Donuts

While most people agree their donuts and coffee are top-notch, the long wait times and even longer lines at many Dunkin' Donuts are enough to turn off potential customers. Many coffee lovers can't believe the time it takes to make it through the drive-thru line for a simple coffee on their way to work!

8. White Castle

This iconic burger restaurant has its fans, but it's clear its popularity is waning. Diners report rarely seeing franchises anymore, and even their once-popular burgers aren't getting rave reviews these days! "Ah, yes, White Castle," says one diner, "Their sliders taste like sweaty socks!" 

9. Taco Bell

Despite its massive popularity that is growing daily, many people are turned off by Taco Bell because their food usually causes them to have extended stays in their bathroom shortly after eating! Unfortunately, that's what inexpensive Mexican food will do to you. You get what you pay for.

10. Jack in the Box

Moreso than any other chain restaurant on this list, Jack in the Box focuses on the "value" side of fast food. As a result, the food quality is unbelievably poor at many locations, causing many diners to swear never to return. So, on behalf of nearly everyone, avoid Jack in the Box at all costs! Source: Reddit.

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