Menus and prices in 16 markets, 1,153 items tracked.
Burger King trades in all eleven legacy markets we price, with 930 items in our data and ten products in the price index.
The brand is a good case study in how much local circumstance can reshape a global name. In Australia it trades as Hungry Jack's, because the Burger King trademark was already held there when it arrived - And the substitute name has since become a genuinely Australian institution rather than a workaround.
Burger King's Philippine menu was also the single worst-corrupted set in our
legacy import: 33 prices had been stored as concatenated ranges, so a Whopper
recorded as 186246 really meant ₱186 - ₱246. Unrepaired, that produced a $3,017
Whopper at the top of our index. See methodology for how
those were found and fixed.
Each market has its own board. Prices are shown in local currency and are not comparable across rows - Use the index below for that.
Prices are in each market’s own currency and are not comparable across rows; for that, use the price index.
Products sold under one name in four or more of our markets, converted to US dollars at weekly mid-market rates.
Every item across every Burger King menu, mapped onto our dish taxonomy.
In 1954, two enterprising friends, James McLamore and David Edgerton, opened a modest burger stand in Miami. Their vision was simple: serve quality food, fast. This led to the creation of the flame broiler, a unique cooking method that gave their burgers a distinctive, smoky flavor. Just three years later, in 1957, they introduced the Whopper - A hearty sandwich designed to satisfy even the biggest appetites. The Whopper quickly became a fan favorite, solidifying Burger King's place in the fast-food landscape.
Burger King's commitment to flavor and variety is evident in its ever-evolving menu. While the classic Whopper remains a staple, the brand has introduced creative twists like the Steakhouse Bacon Whopper, featuring A.1. sauce, crispy onions, bacon, Swiss cheese, and creamy peppercorn aioli. For those seeking a different kind of indulgence, the BK Melts offer options like the Classic Melt, Bacon Melt, and Shroom n' Swiss Melt, each layered with melty cheeses and savory toppings. And for a sweet finish, items like the returning Cini Minis and Churro Fries provide a delightful treat.
Beyond the kitchen, Burger King is dedicated to making a positive impact. The Burger King Foundation's Scholars Program has awarded nearly $64 million in scholarships to over 58,000 students across North America, supporting their educational aspirations. In times of crisis, the Emergency Fund offers grants to team members facing unforeseen hardships, providing assistance when it's needed most. Additionally, local initiatives like Benefit Nights allow communities to come together, raising funds for schools, churches, and other non-profit organizations.
From its humble beginnings in Miami to its global presence today, Burger King continues to flame-grill its way into the hearts of customers, one Whopper at a time.
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