I’m genuinely curious. Years ago, I was a chubby young pothead who lived on fast food. Taco Bell, McDonald’s, KFC, you name it—I ate it. Back in college, fast food probably made up at least 50% of my diet. And it wasn’t just because it was quick and cheap—I actually enjoyed it.

But these days, I find myself craving it less and less. Besides being more health-conscious, it just doesn’t hit the spot like it used to. It’s more expensive than ever, mostly bland, and I feel terrible after I eat it. So what’s changed? Is it just part of the enshitification of everything? Have I just gotten old, or has fast food really gone downhill?

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    4 days ago

    fiveguys is one of my favorites as it did not change in any way.

    Besides that price haha

    20 bucks you can get a proper burger at a pub

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        4 days ago

        They used to load up… We get two burgers and mid fry to split with partner. Last time they shorted me on the fries on 30 bucks order for two.

        Haven’t been back since

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          Oh fuck. That’d give me pause too. Haven’t experienced a lack of fries yet. But for 2 burgers at 30 bucks. I’d expect enough for both of you lol