There’s a general rule of thumb when it comes to fast-food burgers: You’re either a Whopper person or a Big Mac person. Still, even the most committed burger fan has opinions on how things could be better. In fact, Burger King diehards have been sounding the alarm on a few problems with their beloved burger for a full decade. Now, the powers-that-be have finally listened. Burger King recently announced that some pretty big upgrades are in the works — the first changes to the Whopper in a whopping 10 years. In fact, the changes just might be enough to make Big Mac aficionados rethink their favorite burger. So, what’s changing? First, you can say goodbye to soggy, limp buns. The sesame-seed bun will not only taste better, it will be more durable. Next, the mayo will be smoother and more flavorful. The toppings — from onions and tomatoes to lettuce and pickles — will be stacked more thoughtfully, so the burger will look and feel fresher when it lands in your hands. Finally, instead of the old paper wrap, the Whopper will now come in a box. That means there’s less chance that it will be squished or fall apart. As with any change, people have opinions. Those who have tried it say you can definitely tell a difference, mainly pointing out the bun. Still others say that other than the box, the Whopper seems exactly the same. Despite all the changes, Burger King says the price is not going up. The burger will remain around $5 to $6, depending on the location. The change went into effect at most locations on Feb. 26, but it may take a few weeks for all of the 7,700 locations to stock the revised Whopper.
