‘Another thing I can’t afford’: Frustrated customer speaks up about KFC’s price hike

Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


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Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways
  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
 
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Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


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Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
Another store to boycott..... like forever.....Bring them to their knees and keep them there.
 
Want, want, want, that's all you hear from young people these days. If you want something you have to get off your ass and work for it. You are not entitled to wealth
 
Good. That is a very sound public health measure.

Make MacDonalds charge $101 for a hamburger.
 
Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


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Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
It's not just the price hike have a good look at the SIZE OF THE PIECES they are a considerable SMALLER than years gone by its dearer and shrinkflation in the size of chicken 🐔 used 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬it like Macca's 1/4 pounder years ago was bigger now considerably smaller won't buy either home-made KFC and Burgers here
 
It's not just the price hike have a good look at the SIZE OF THE PIECES they are a considerable SMALLER than years gone by its dearer and shrinkflation in the size of chicken 🐔 used 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬it like Macca's 1/4 pounder years ago was bigger now considerably smaller won't buy either home-made KFC and Burgers here
Some punctuation would go a long way!
 
Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


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Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
Went to a Hungry Jacks & got a Spicy Chicken Burger (no cheese). The bun was little bigger, in all dimensions, that a 50c piece. Took two bite until I reached the chicken. Then they had forgotten the spicy.
Don't recall the price but a big disappointment. PS I only go to takeaways once or twice a years. Is it any wonder?
 
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Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


View attachment 39979
Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
Just another reason to stay away, if their chickens get any smaller before slaughter, they will still have shell stuck on the outside. What used to be breast is now a popcorn piece.
 
Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


View attachment 39979
Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
I hope all these Ultra processed Cancer and Metabolic Disease causing Junk Foods become less affordable ,so People go back to eating correctly and treating their Bodies with the respect it deserves ,good nutritious Food is far less expensive, especially homegrown and homemade and healthier
 
Fast food lovers, brace yourselves. A recent change to a popular menu item at KFC has left customers, including a former employee, feeling frustrated.

This price increase on a beloved combo deal has sparked outrage and even ‘tears’ among the fast food chain's loyal fan base on social media.


Bill Barker, a former KFC employee, took to social media to express his dismay at the price hike on the Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo.

Once a steal at $4.95, customers now have to shell out an additional $3.75 to enjoy their favourite snack with a drink, bringing the total cost to $8.70.


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Barker used to love a popular KFC combo until the prices of the items increased. Image: KFC/TikTok


Barker, who worked at KFC for three years, lamented the change on social media, saying, 'This s*** (used to be) a $4.95 combo. I just want to be rich. And you know what, I will cry about it.'

His sentiment was echoed by other social media users, who were quick to voice their frustration over KFC’s price changes over the years.

‘I worked there when Zinger Boxes were $10.99. Now a large one is over $15,’ said one former KFC employee.

‘I mean, back in the day, $5 was all you needed for a feed, get a Go Bucket for $3.95 and a frozen (drink) for a dollar, and you’re set,’ another shared.

‘Another thing I can’t afford at KFC,’ one more replied.

‘What I noticed between Queensland and other states, like Victoria, the Go Bucket is a dollar cheaper in Victoria while in Queensland, it’s extra,’ a third expressed.


In response to the outcry, KFC expressed sympathy for the disappointed customer but explained that the combo deal he loved was no longer available.

‘Go Bucket and drink combinations are promotional offers and not a core menu offering,’ a KFC spokesperson said.

‘We’re sorry to hear a loyal customer was disappointed by his favourite combo deal being taken off the menu of his local restaurant; however, we currently have a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95 (from 3-5 pm) that customers can access via our easy-to-download KFC app.’

Key Takeaways

  • A KFC customer expressed his discontent over the price increase of a Popcorn Chicken Go Bucket and drink combo, which now costs $8.70.
  • The customer, a former KFC employee, shared his frustration on social media, where other users also voiced their concerns over rising prices.
  • KFC has responded by stating that the previous Go Bucket and drink combination was a promotional offer, not a regular menu item.
  • KFC offered an alternative, suggesting customers use their app to access a current deal, a Go Bucket and Freeze drink combo for $4.95, available between 3-5 pm.

So, what's your take on this KFC price hike? Have you noticed similar changes at your favourite fast food joints? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
Gave up KFC years ago taste has changed prices are ridiculous and it's yuk
 
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when a millennial (or renters as I call them when they make a boomer comment) complains about the cost of junk food you know the world is about to end.
 
Went to a Hungry Jacks & got a Spicy Chicken Burger (no cheese). The bun was little bigger, in all dimensions, that a 50c piece. Took two bite until I reached the chicken. Then they had forgotten the spicy.
Don't recall the price but a big disappointment. PS I only go to takeaways once or twice a years. Is it any wonder?
Maybe after this it will only be once a year 🤔
 

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