Chick-fil-A has sparked outrage among its loyal customers after tweaking the recipe of its iconic waffle fries. Known for their crispy texture and distinctive flavor, the beloved fries recently underwent a change that hasn’t gone unnoticed. Unimpressed by the update, fans are flooding social media with calls to bring back the original version, expressing dissatisfaction with what they see as an unwelcome shift in a long-time favorite.
What changes did Chick-fil-A make to its beloved waffle fries?
According to an announcement posted on the Chick-fil-A website during the week of Christmas, the fast-food chain’s waffle fries now contain pea starch. As reported by Black Enterprise, this modification is just one of the many changes the restaurant has implemented on the beloved menu item in recent months.
Despite the tweaks on the waffle fries, Chick-fil-A emphasized that its commitment to quality and safety is never compromised. The fast-food chain said, “Food safety and quality are our top priorities, and we take great care in adhering to stringent food safety procedures. While the new recipe doesn’t contain any of the nine major allergens, the new Waffle Potato Fries coating does contain pea starch,” which keeps them “crispier” and “longer”.
Although Chick-fil-A assures customers that the fries still deliver “the same great taste”, many loyal fans aren’t convinced.
What Fans Are Saying About Chick-fil-A’s New Waffle Fries
Chick-fil-A’s recent change to its beloved waffle fries has sparked a wave of criticism from fans, many of whom are voicing their frustration on the pinned posts on the fast-food chain’s Instagram. The response has been overwhelmingly negative, with passionate pleas for the original recipe to return.
“Please change the fries back!” one fan exclaimed, while another wrote, “Can we go back to the original fries? The new ones are not good.” Others were even more direct: “The fries are gross now!!! Please answer our Christmas wish and bring back the old fries!” echoed one user, while another added, “Fix your fries. They’re disgusting now.” Some customers are even threatening boycotts, with one declaring, “I won’t go back until they fix it.”
The backlash extended to a Chick-fil-A Instagram post on December 23, where customers made their feelings clear. Blogger Daryl-Ann Denner expressed her disappointment, saying, “CFA [Chick-fil-A], I love you more than anyone. You can do no wrong. Except for the fries. Please put them back.” Another user agreed, writing, “BRING BACK THE OLD FRIES!! Soggy is better!”
Some fans have stopped visiting the chain altogether. “New fries are awful – we haven’t been back [to Chick-fil-A] since we noticed the change,” one person shared.
Beyond the complaints about taste and texture, others raised concerns about food allergies. One parent explained how the change affects their family: “Please go back to the original fries. My daughter has an allergy to peas and pea protein. We can no longer visit the restaurant due to allergy concerns and cross-contamination.”
The feedback makes it clear that for many loyal customers, the new waffle fries simply don’t measure up.