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Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Burger King Defends Whoppers During Lawsuit Battle
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Burger King has defended itself after a judge ruled a lawsuit about the chain's Whopper burger could continue. Why It Matters On Monday, U.S. District Judge Roy K. Altman in Florida ruled that a class action lawsuit alleging the chain falsely advertised the size of its burger and other menu items so that they would appear bigger than they actually are could move forward. The judge rule: "After careful review—and drawing all reasonable inferences for the plaintiffs—we find it plausible to believe that some reasonable customers could be deceived by BKC's advertisements." It came after 19 customers from 13 states originally sued the burger chain in 2022, alleging the advertised burgers were around 35 percent larger than the actual burger and contained more than double the meat. Burger King tried to get the case dismissed, arguing that the menu items were clearly described and that the adverts just styled the burgers "more beautifully" than in-store. But the judge rejected this argument in letting the case continue. Stock photo of a Burger King Whopper meal combo at a restaurant in Punxsutawney, Pa., Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018. Stock photo of a Burger King Whopper meal combo at a restaurant in Punxsutawney, Pa., Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018. AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar Other menu items the lawsuit alleges Burger King "overstates the size of" include the Impossible Whopper, Big King, Single Quarter Pound King, Bacon King, Bacon Double Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Whopper Melt, Fully Loaded Croisann'Wich and Egg, & Cheese Croissan'Wich, etc. What To Know A spokesperson for Burger King said in a statement to Newsweek that "the plaintiffs' claims are false." "The flame-grilled beef patties portrayed in our advertising are the same patties used in the millions of burgers we serve to Guests across the U.S.," the spokesperson added. What People Are Saying Anthony Russo, a lawyer representing the plaintiffs, said in a statement Monday that the plaintiffs were "pleased" with the ruling and "are ready to move forward." In 2022, he told Newsweek: "It's pretty clear in this day and age when truth and honesty is really the most important thing in what you're doing because anything is so verifiable. This is exactly the opposite of what they're doing. This is old-school stuff of telling you what you want to hear. [I]t's advertised as so inviting it's misleading." The lawsuit said: "Each of our Plaintiffs purchased BKC products at Burger King stores in their home states, and each came away disappointed by the incongruity between what they received and what they expected based on BKC's advertisements." What Happens Next A date has not been set for the jury trial. Meanwhile in January a Burger King employee was fired after an Ohio woman received several buds of marijuana in an order of chicken fries for her child.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Dozens of Burger King locations in bankruptcy
A Burger King franchisee with locations in Georgia and Florida is filing for bankruptcy (Mike Egerton/PA Wire) A Burger King franchisee has filed for bankruptcy, forcing the closure of dozens of locations in Florida and Georgia. Consolidated Burger Holdings, which operates 57 Burger King locations out of Destin, Florida, submitted Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings on April 14 in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Florida, according to USA Today. The company has been dealing with financial struggles since the COVID-19 pandemic. Its 57 Burger King locations are spread from Valdosta, Georgia to Tallahassee, Florida. It also has four restaurants inside Walmart stores. 'The debtors' business suffered significantly from loss of foot traffic, resulting in declining revenue without proportionate decreases in rental obligations, debt service and other liabilities,' the filing stated. Over the past two years, sales have declined and losses have increased. In fiscal year 2024, the company had sales of $67m and an operating loss of $12.5m. The year prior, sales were $76.6m and loss was $6.3m. The Impossible Whopper sits on a table at a Burger King restaurant in 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City (Getty Images) Consolidated Burger is planning to continue operating its restaurants as it searches for a buyer for its company and assets, valued at $78m. The company had been searching for a buyer seven months before filing for bankruptcy. Burger King has been facing its own financial struggles and is currently undergoing a rebranding, offering more comfortable chairs in stores and kiosks similar to those at McDonald's. The refurb is set to cost $2.2bn, with approximately 85 percent to 90 percent of stores getting a new look. Its parent company is Restaurant Brands, which owns Tim Hortons, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs.
Miami Herald
24-04-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Burger King menu adds whopper of a Whopper offer
The unpredictable economy has hit everyone's pockets very hard. With rising food costs, buying groceries has become extremely pricey, and eating out, even at a fast food chain, can now cost as much as eating at a sit-down restaurant a few years ago. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Long gone are the days when a burger cost 50 cents and a drink refill was free, because ordering a fast-food combo nowadays feels like a splurge. Related: Whataburger finally brings back beloved menu item Fast-food chains know how tight finances are for some people. They have begun prioritizing value by offering exclusive, limited-time promotions for rewards members, encouraging them to remain loyal despite the plethora of other options. Although some promotions can be total scams, others are complete winners, and if you know how to play your cards right, you might even successfully hack the offer to your advantage. Burger King (QSR) was founded in 1954, and since then, it has grown to become one of the most popular and largest fast-food chains worldwide. With approximately 19,000 locations in over 100 countries, it serves millions of hungry customers daily. Although McDonald's (MCD) might be bigger than Burger King, with more than 43,000 locations worldwide, it prides itself on being the best at one element of its business. Related: McDonald's menu adds new item that Chick-fil-A fans love Burger King introduced the Whopper in 1957, nearly a decade before the McDonald's Big Mac entered the fast-food big burger game. The Burger King Whopper features a quarter-pound beef patty with tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, onions, mayonnaise and ketchup, all sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. Due to the Whopper's popularity, Burger King has created multiple versions of it, including the Impossible Whopper for non-meat eaters, the Double and Triple Whoppers for meat lovers, and even the Whopper Jr. for those with a smaller appetite. Burger King is rolling out the buy-one-get-one-free Whopper deal from now through April 27. This offer can be enjoyed once per account every day during the promotional period. This is one of the most popular offers of the year, since the Whopper is the chain's most popular menu item. It has been a menu staple, gaining the loyalty of burger fans worldwide and leading Burger King to become a top fast-food restaurant. Although this offer is only for a limited time, there's a way to hack this deal to get the most for your money. More Food News: Chipotle first-ever restaurant in Mexico causes shocking responseStarbucks menu brings back beloved favorites (and 1 surprise)Taco Bell returns a favorite menu item after hiatus When taking advantage of this offer, customers get two burgers for the price of one, which means an extra free meal for the next day. If you work the system smartly and purchase one daily, you also get twice as much food, which technically saves you money for the next couple of meals. In other words, going to your nearest Burger King during the week would be cheaper than buying groceries for the next few days. This offer is only valid when ordering on the Burger King app, via its official website for order ahead, and dine-in with the 6-digit "My Code" if available, according to Burger King's offer terms. Related: Veteran fund manager unveils eye-popping S&P 500 forecast The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
