Grocery stores have become an important resource in the fast-food landscape, as customers take advantage of alternative ways to purchase these products. According to discussions on Reddit and Facebook, they no longer have to rely solely on physical locations or drive-thrus to get these meals. Some fast-food chains have noticed the success of placing their products on grocery store shelves, and now customers are actively looking out for new fast-food grocery store products!
Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade
According to customers, Chick-fil-A’s Frosted Lemonade is ordered either as a dessert or as a drink ready to be mixed. In fact, during the summer, Chick-fil-A fans admit to buying several of these treats to stock in their own freezers; and since the company already sells bottled sauces in grocery stores, many wonder why they don’t do the same with this frosted lemonade. Reddit user chiefsandwichologist commented: “It’s a delicious treat to accompany your meal.”
Taco Bell Creamy Jalapeño Sauce
Taco Bell’s Creamy Jalapeño Sauce is another item that fans of the fast-food chain are clamoring to see in grocery stores. This is the sauce used on their quesadillas, crunchwraps, and burritos. While Taco Bell already sells bottled sauces in some grocery stores, fans are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Creamy Jalapeño. Reddit user WolfeMasters noted: “I love this stuff and I put it on scrambled eggs and homemade tacos. I used to go to a local TB and buy a bag of 30 ounces but the manager believes that I’m using it for a local business, so they don’t sell the bags anymore.”
McDonald’s Big Mac Sauce
Big Mac sauce has been one of the most sought-after condiments for decades, and customers have created their own versions to use on burgers, fries, sandwiches, and wraps. Throughout this time, McDonald’s has insisted on keeping the recipe for its signature sauce a secret. Reddit user AlexaInspired revealed she tried to emulate this sauce: “It’s the closest to the Big Mac sauce from the restaurant that I’ve ever made! I added a bit of salt and white pepper on it, and it’s so good!”
Raising Cane’s Cane’s Sauce
One of Raising Cane’s signature products is its Cane’s Sauce. Customers of the fast-food chain want this sauce sold in bottles at grocery stores so they can enjoy it with their chicken fingers at home. Reddit user princessinthetown42 revealed: “I’ve tried to recreate Raising Cane’s sauce but it just ain’t the same.”
KFC Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
KFC’s mashed potatoes and gravy is one of the products families consume most frequently at the fast-food chain’s locations. This dish is featured during holiday meals. It could potentially compete with frozen mashed potato products in grocery stores, but this has not yet been implemented. Reddit user Couch-Hamster5029 noted: “I still like the taste. It’s like it’s made from something else.”
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Popeye Biscuits
Popeyes customers have suggested that the company’s biscuits would be a perfect fit for sale as refrigerated dough or frozen bread products in grocery stores. These biscuits are typically eaten with honey, butter and jam. Popeyes had a limited-time promotion, not by selling ready-made biscuits, but by offering the dough so customers can bake them at home. Reddit user intropespectiveairia opined: “They’re warm, buttery, flaky, and should be standard for all biscuits.”
Culver’s Frozen Custard
Culver’s customers have grown fond of buying the company’s frozen custard at grocery stores; some rank its frozen pints alongside premium ice creams. Since a variety of flavors is already available, there is no need to innovate in that regard. Reddit user Snoo_60933 revealed: “The closest I can get to Culver’s frozen custard is ‘Ben and Jerry ice cream’ but not at the level of Culver’s. Why can’t we buy it at stores?”
In-N-Out Spread
The spread In-N-Out puts on its burgers has been frequently imitated by fans, who have said that if the spread were sold in bottles, store shelves would sell out immediately. However, the demand might be merely regional, which is why they haven’t put the spread up for sale. Reddit user samirbinballin opined: “This is really fine, even on an Animal Style Burger I get sides of spread and pour on more. It kind of tones down the chopped chilis I get in my burger.”
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Sonic Ice
Sonic’s nugget ice has become a customer favorite. In fact, customers have asked if the product is sold nationwide in grocery stores, but that is not yet the case. The confusion arises because some Sonic locations do sell bags of ice directly to customers, but they are not sold in grocery stores. Reddit user Secret-Card2853 revealed: “Sonic selling ice is just a local thing. I don’t know why they would choose not to sell, it’s the most profitable item we have.”
Crumbl Cookie Dough
Crumbl Cookies customers suggest that, since they already offer various flavors at their fast-food locations, it would be a good idea to sell ready-to-bake dough in grocery stores. It could sit alongside other refrigerated cookie dough brands on store shelves. Reddit user thatwritergirl214 remarked: “It’s the best one they have. I can’t wait for it to come back so I can buy a whole six-pack of them.”
Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam
Customers often ask Starbucks employees how they can recreate this pumpkin cream cold foam at home. A refrigerated aerosol version could complement the company’s coffee already sold in grocery stores. And, given the seasonal nature of pumpkin, it would naturally have a limited-time presence. Reddit user [borrado] suggested: “For the love of all things holy will someone help me recreate the pumpkin cold foam? I’ve tried several recipes but it’s still not close enough.”
Conclusion
Several companies have already taken the step of expanding into grocery stores, and customers seeking specific fast-food products continue to mention the items they want to find on the shelves. These products are not full meals but rather the sauces, side dishes, and beverages that define the fast-food chains. It remains to be seen whether any others will join the shopping list.
