Are In-N-Out Burgers A Victim Of Shrinkflation? Some Customers Think So - Tasting Table

"Many customers online have complained that In-N-Out's patties have been getting smaller, with some claiming that the calorie counts have gone down while prices continue to rise. "Don't get me wrong, I still love In-N-Out. But it seems like their burger patties have gotten smaller in recent years," claims one Redditor, with many commenters voicing the same opinion. "They are definitely smaller, about half the size of Whataburger now," states another commenter."

"One of the diners' smoking gun is the fact that the patties are smaller than the bun and don't completely overhang like they remember. On Facebook, some even theorize that the cooks are strategically placing the patty so it sticks out on one side of the bun, making it look like nothing has changed. For some, the result is a burger that tastes more like a salad, where the meat barely comes through."

"And because many believe the portions have gotten smaller, it means they're ordering more food just to feel full. Aside from the size complains, many also believe the quality has gone downhill, which are pretty big claims against a brand that is known for using locally-sourced and fresh ingredients. This is a big reason why you'll never see In-N-Out on delivery apps. When a chain like In-N-Out is facing this kind of criticism, you know the state of fast food is dire."

Customers online report that In-N-Out patties have become smaller over recent years, with some claiming calorie counts have decreased while prices rise. Complaints focus on patties that no longer overhang the bun and appear smaller than before, leading to burgers with less meat presence. Some customers speculate that patties are positioned to make portions look unchanged. Others say the smaller portions encourage ordering more food to feel full. Additional complaints claim quality has declined, despite the brand’s reputation for locally sourced and fresh ingredients. Some people dispute the shrinkflation claims, suggesting patties may not have changed as reported.

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