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Brian Damage · 03-20-2010, 10:00 PM

(Newser) – Taco Bell is debuting its new shrimp tacos, a decision that seems destined to go down in the annals of fast food failures. But it won’t be alone. Marcus Leshock recalls the 15 biggest fast food product disasters at Chicago Now. Here's a sampling:

McLobster: For some reason, McDonald’s—at least in select northeastern cities—sees itself as the kind of classy place that should serve lobster, on a bun.

Burger King table service: BK also tried to make itself classier in the early ‘90s when the chain introduced table service—“you know, like a real restaurant!”

Wendy’s Superbar: Instead of going for the “fancy” vibe, Wendy’s introduced a buffet—and it had everything from salad to Mexican food to pizza.

McSpaghetti: Though it’s supposedly bland and not popular, McDonald’s still serves it in certain places.

McLean Deluxe: In an effort to be healthier, McDonald’s added seaweed to its burgers. Enough said.

Bell Beefer: Taco Bell tried its hand at burgers—sort of—with this sloppy-joe-like creation.

Hula Burger: Another inspired McDonald’s alterna-burger featured a pineapple slice instead of meat.

Arch Deluxe: “The crown jewel of McFailure,” this burger for sophisticated adults even used “grown-up mustard.” The only problem? “It just didn’t taste very good.”

Can You think of any other things that failed related to a fast food chain? Whether it be food , mascots, jingles etc?
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Marvo301 · 03-20-2010, 10:05 PM

How about McPizza? Burger joints should probably stick to making burgers and leave the pizza to pizza parlours. McDonald's proved this point very well with their McPizza.

Brian Damage · 03-20-2010, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marvo301

How about McPizza? Burger joints should probably stick to making burgers and leave the pizza to pizza parlours. McDonald's proved this point very well with their McPizza.

It seems Mc Donald's is filled with PLENTY of misfires!

Lee · 03-20-2010, 10:22 PM

I actually liked Wendys Superbar. They even had soft serve Ice Cream on
there at one point. I would always get a big plate of Nachos and a big
plate of Rotini with Tomato Sauce.

Cactus Jack · 03-21-2010, 02:04 AM

McEpic McFail

Chelsea · 03-21-2010, 02:13 AM

I miss the Wendy's Superbar. Really.

Number 9 Dream · 03-21-2010, 05:35 AM

I don't remember any of the others, but the Arch Deluxe certainly wasn't horrible. I also recall selling a lot of those when I worked there in '98.

Does anyone else remember when Taco Bell served french fries? They weren't Nathan's but their own brand, served in a long box. They were thin fries topped with melted cheese and scallions and were sooooo freakin' good. I wish they'd bring THOSE back

ABlairican Pie · 03-21-2010, 11:09 AM

I actually liked the Arch Deluxe fifteen years ago. I didn't notice "adult-style mustard" like Grey Poupon or whatever in it. I remember there were several variations of it.

I think I remember the Wendy's Superbar. Kind of nice to have a wide variety of things with it. Or I might be thinking of a chain called Rax back in the 80's that had that kind of food service.

I think I had the nachos. Yummmm.

Retro4Life · 03-21-2010, 12:47 PM

Does anyone remember when Hardee's sold chicken? It didn't last that long, but damn, was it good!

Kentucky Fried Chicken (yes, I said the word "fried", Colonel!) used to sell barbecued ribs, though that's not my cup of tea.

Brian Damage · 03-21-2010, 02:06 PM

One thing I remember liking as a kid was McDonald's Mc Rib sandwich.

sara · 03-21-2010, 02:14 PM

I remember years ago the Mcdonalds I worked sold brats. It was only for a little while. They were really good. I used to get them alot for lunch.

steevo · 03-21-2010, 02:28 PM

Mcdonalds also used to have what was known as the McDLT, with the two-sided packaging where the "hot side stays hot and the cool side stays cool" according to advertising. I don't think customers wanted to finish preparing a sandwich they had already paid for hence its failure.

MickeyMac · 03-21-2010, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marvo301

How about McPizza? Burger joints should probably stick to making burgers and leave the pizza to pizza parlours. McDonald's proved this point very well with their McPizza.

I agree with you.

catlover79 · 03-21-2010, 03:24 PM

Shrimp and tacos - two things that should never be put together.

James · 03-21-2010, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by sara

I remember years ago the Mcdonalds I worked sold brats. It was only for a little while. They were really good. I used to get them alot for lunch.

Yes, they sold Johnsonville brats. I remember having them in 2001 and 2002. (I think I read that while they stopped selling them in Ohio in the early 2000s, they kept them on the menu in Wisconsin, where Johnsonville brats originated.)

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