Tried Burger King’s fancy £11 Wagyu burger yet? 🍔 It’s got the nod from Gordon Ramsay, but here’s the tea—it’s not all glitz and glam. When BK launched this new ‘premium’ delight with all the hype of Wagyu beef, I was curious. Who wouldn’t want a burger that a celeb chef loves, right?
First impressions? Sleek black box, promising everything under the sun—100% British Wagyu, peppery rocket, crispy onions, all sandwiched in a soft brioche bun. Mouth-watering stuff, especially for a burger aficionado like me who’s sampled the good, the bad, and the ugly.
So, I placed an order and paired it up with the crowd-favourite Whopper for a head-to-head. My verdict? The Wagyu does pack a denser, richer punch thanks to its marbled goodness, but it wasn’t the juicy, flavour-packed feast I anticipated. For something double the price of a Whopper, I expected more sizzle, less dryness.
Sure, it had a sophisticated edge with its posh toppings—goodbye, limp lettuce—but the main event, the beef, was cooked to near oblivion. You want a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu experience, but alas, at a fast-food joint, safety first.
The real kicker? The caramelised onion mayo was practically non-existent—a thin layer that left the burger as dry as toast. Not sure this would be up to Gordon’s high standards, but each to their own!
Would I splash out £11 again (or £14.50 with chips and a drink)? Maybe not. If it’s a gourmet burger you’re after, might be worth giving that local indie burger joint a try instead. The Wagyu wonder is here for a limited time, so grab it if you must. But remember, sometimes, the originals like the Whopper are hard to beat! 🍔👑