Burger King CEO Says He Refuses to Eat Restaurant's Chicken Nuggets: 'We Can Do Better'

Every fast food fan has their go-to order of choice at Burger King, whether you're partial to a classic Whopper or an equally delicious Chicken Sandwich.

As many great options as there are on the iconic restaurant chain's ever-changing menu, BK's president isn't shying away from naming the most disappointing item you'll find on the brand's menu.

According to The New York Post, Burger King President Tom Curtis recently shared his favorite item to order from the popular fast food, specifically pointing to the rrstaurant's sign ature Whopper as his preferred order of choice.

"The flame-grilled taste can't be beat, and it's the perfect burger just how it comes," Curtis expsaid o the brand's best-selling dish.

Conversely, one item that even Curtis said he prefers to avoid is the brand's polarizing chicken nuggets.

Though a popular item at most major competitors like McDonald's and Wendy's, Curtis admitted that the current iteration of BK's chicken nuggets fell significantly below both his and diners' expectations.

"We can do better, and we will," the president continued. "I want a meatier, crispier nugget and sauces that make my taste buds dance. The team is on it."

As The Post pointed out, numerous diners have continuously voiced their exasperation and frustration with the poor quality of Burger King's nuggets, taking to social media to share their disappointment.

"Burger King should be ashamed of themselves for these nuggets," one customer wrote. "Nuggets just looking perfect until you bite into one, and it's artificial mush meat. You can at least take the word chicken out of the title cause ain't no chicken in there."

In addition to promising an overhaul of the brand's nuggets, Curtis also hinted at a possible return of the fan-favorite Grilled Chicken Sandwich, a long-since discontinued item at nationwide Burger Kings. "It's hard to find a really good one right now!" Curtis said.

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This story was originally published June 24, 2026 at 10:31 AM.