Burger King — Review by Daym Drops
New Britain, United States — Fast Food / Seafood
Damon compares Burger King's US and Norwegian Big Fish Sandwiches. While the US version scores a respectable 4 out of 5 with its crispy pickle and tartar sauce providing good flavor, the Norwegian version is a disaster, receiving a negative 2 rating for its bland lettuce-heavy composition lacking any seasoning or flavor profile.
What was great: US version of the fish sandwich had decent, tender fish with nice mayo tang, crispy pickle, and tartar sauce kick - rated 4 out of 5 for fast food fish sandwiches
What could improve: Norwegian version was terrible - only mayo and lettuce with no tartar or pickle, resulting in a mouthful of lettuce and fish breath with no flavor; the fish patty itself looked sad and burnt
The Dishes
Damon reviews two versions of Burger King's Big Fish Sandwich: the standard US version and the Norwegian version. The US version features a soft, squishy bun with a square fish patty, lettuce, pickles, mayo, and tartar sauce. Despite the fish patty looking somewhat unappetizing and burnt, the actual taste is solid. The mayo provides a nice tang, the crispy pickles offer crunch and flavor, and the tartar sauce delivers a wild kick that ties everything together nicely. The fish itself is tender when you bite into it, creating a surprisingly satisfying eating experience. The Norwegian version, by contrast, strips things down to just mayo and lettuce on the same soft bun with the same fish patty. There is no tartar sauce and no pickles to add any flavor or acidity to break up the components.
The Experience
Damon visits his local Burger King in New Britain, Connecticut, where he has had a long-standing relationship with the staff. The restaurant is his go-to spot for trying new menu items, and the staff regularly alerts him early about upcoming releases. He receives coupons as a thank you for the review, which he appreciates.
Value and Pricing
Damon receives coupons from Burger King for the review, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to use them for future purchases. The pricing context is typical for fast food items, fitting within the fast food fish sandwich category.
Notable Moments
It is ugly. It look burnt. But the fish is actually decent when you take a bite. Like it is a tender fish.
I had to spit that on camera. What the was that? She was nasty as hell. I feel sick.This is Damon's immediate reaction after tasting the Norwegian version, which he finds revolting.
All I taste on the Norwegian version was lettuce. It was almost as if nobody cared about the fish sandwich itself. I didn't get the crispiness of the fish. All I had a mouthful of lettuce and I got fish breath.
My soul is broken off the Norwegian big fish sandwich at Burger King. My soul is broken.Damon's dramatic assessment of the Norwegian version's failure.
The Verdict
The US version of Burger King's Big Fish Sandwich deserves a solid 4 out of 5 for fast food fish sandwiches. The balance of flavors from the mayo, tartar sauce, and pickles creates an enjoyable eating experience despite the aesthetically unappealing appearance of the patty itself. However, the Norwegian version is an absolute disaster, receiving a negative 2 rating. By removing the tartar sauce and pickles, Burger King stripped away all the flavor elements that make the sandwich work. The lettuce becomes the dominant flavor, and without the acidity of the pickle to balance it out, the eating experience is one-dimensional and unpleasant. Damon strongly criticizes the Norwegian version, telling Burger King to fix their fish sandwich and restore the flavors that made the original version successful. This review is best for anyone curious about international menu variations and how important each component is to creating a balanced fast food experience.