Whataburger, as the name suggests, specializes in producing juicy and tasty burgers for its
many customers. The company was founded by Paul Burton and Harmon Dobson, way back in
1950. These days, it's still in the hands of the Dobson family, plus twenty-five franchise
owners. Over 800 Whataburger restaurants are open for business in Southwestern and Southeastern
parts of America. This fast food chain’s not only know for its burgers but their restaurants
feature unique roofs with white and orange stripes. Now it’s time to bite into 10 Untold
Truths About Whataburger.
The Secret Menu At Whataburger
Secret menus are a fast food craze these days. Fast food fans love to order off of the typical
menu. When you indulge in the secret menu at Whataburger, you'll be able to enjoy some
exciting novelty items that you've never had the opportunity to try before. One example
is the Whataburger Hulk. This beverage is so popular that people sing its praises on
social media. This drink is as green as a certain muscle-bound superhero and it's made
by combining Powerade and Vault soda with ice. While you can easily whip up your own
version of the Whataburger Hulk at home, just by picking up the ingredients at a convenience
store, it'll be more fun to try this frosty drink at Whataburger. Prepare for a green
tongue, though. It's a harmless side effect of sampling this Whataburger secret menu item. Another
fun choice is a Grilled Cheese Sandwich. It's not on the regular menu, but most Whataburger
servers will be more than happy to provide you with this crunchy, gooey sandwich. Lots
of people love secret menu Grilled Cheese Sandwiches from Whataburger. They love the
crispy toast and creamy American cheese. They also love the affordable price, because customers
get charged for the toast and the cheese and these items aren't very expensive. If you
want a grilled cheese at Whataburger, just ask your server for one. It's usually that
easy to get this sandwich off of the secret menu. If you've got a hearty appetite, consider
ordering pancakes and chicken off of the secret menu. It's a delicious alternative to classic
chicken and waffles. If you want pancakes with chicken, you'll need to place your order
between eleven at night and eleven in the morning. This is the time frame when Whataburger
restaurants offers pancakes to its valued clientele. To get this item, you'll need to
order pancakes, plus a biscuit sandwich with chicken strips. Then, you need to set the
biscuit aside and wrap your fried chicken strip with your pancake. Add lots of syrup
and enjoy.
Whataburger Cookies Have Traveled To Space
If you want taste that's out of this world, you'll be pleased to know that Whataburger
cookies have actually been in space. The Columbia space shuttle crew requested cookies from
this fast food chain for their space mission in summer of 1999. This crew survived their
mission, unlike crew members of the Columbia STS 107 mission, who met tragic fates because
their shuttle broke apart while re-entering the atmosphere. The space shuttle mission
with the Whataburger cookies onboard happened four years before the ill-fated mission. Today,
customers can choose from a couple of yummy cookie types off of the fast food chain's
delightful dessert menu. The options are Sugar Cookies and Chocolate Chunk cookies, both
of which retail for just under one dollar each. If these cookies are good enough for
astronauts, they'll be good enough for your dessert, too. Whataburger also offers cinnamon
rolls to its customers, along with Fruit Chews, Hot Apple Pies and Lemon Pies. Is this list
of Whataburger dessert menu items making you hungry? If it is, be sure and treat yourself
to some dessert items from this popular American eatery soon. Once you've tried Whataburger
cookies, you'll see why they were the preferred cookies of hungry NASA astronauts.
Employees Compete In Whatagames Cooking Competitions
Whataburger management keeps morale high by doing one unique team-building exercise on
a biannual basis. It's all about friendly competition and it's called the Whatagames.
That sounds like the opposite of the Hunger Games, doesn't it? This competition happens
in a kitchen and it's held every other year. The competitions last for three days apiece
and they bring Whataburger staff members together, to see which employees are able to offer the
most impressive customer service, in keeping with the company's values. This restaurant
promises that hot food will be served hot and that cold food will be served cold. It
also promises customers that they will see smiling faces as they are served. In the Whatagames,
the company's "family members", as they are called in Whataburger's corporate lingo, compete
for five grand in cold, hard cash. It's possible to win lower cash amounts, too, such as twenty-five
hundred bucks or a thousand bucks. During the games, the company closes a Whataburger
fast food joint and then brings in guests who aren't typical guests. The guests are
fake. These guests order food and then grade the family members on how well they deliver
on customer service. They also rate the employees based on how friendly they are. This competition
dates back to 1996. It started as a training exercise and then gained momentum. The Whatagames
are just one more reason why Whataburger stands out from its competitors. By offering its
staff members the chance to compete for lucrative cash prices, it motivates its team.
Guns Aren't Allowed At This Fast Food Chain
Trips to Whataburger fast food joints are part of Texas tradition, but Whataburger VIPS
decided in 2015 that those who were "open carrying" guns would not be permitted in their
restaurants. This new edict from Whataburger upper management happened in response to the
open carry law that went through in the Texas Legislature. Governor Greg Abbott signed the
open carry rule into law during the 84th meeting of the legislature. People who are clearly
armed are not permitted to enter 24-hour Whataburger restaurants, even though they are lawfully
"open carrying" guns, according to the 2015 Lone Star law. It's not that Whataburger is
anti-gun, according to its president, Preston Atkinson. The CEO of Whataburger does own
guns. He hunts and has a license to carry a concealed weapon. It's about meeting the
needs of customers of all kinds. Whataburger is a place for families. It welcomes so many
young people, from students to church group members and beyond. The "no open carry" rule
at Whataburger is about maintaining an atmosphere that is totally non-threatening. It's about
making kids, families, and everyone feel completely safe at the burger restaurant.
FLOTUS Dined At Whataburger
The FLOTUS, Melania Trump, visited Whataburger and so did Mike Pence's wife. Of course, Donald
Trump is a fast food fan. McDonald's is his fave. Melania doesn't have the reputation
for loving fast food. Melania has said in interviews that she's a healthy eater in general,
who tries to consume plenty of fruits and vegetables every day. Apparently, she enjoyed
a cheat day at Whataburger during 2017. She visited Whataburger with the Second Lady,
Karen Pence, during a visit to Texas. The ladies were in the Lone Star State to meet
people who were impacted by Hurricane Harvey. According to a rep for Whataburger, the First
Lady and Second Lady enjoyed lunch at a Corpus Christi Whataburger. The rep expressed gratitude
to the First and Second ladies for their assistance to Hurricane Harvey's victims. No word on
what these VIPs ordered at the restaurant. There were a lot of pics of Melania, dressed
in a simple parka and pants, standing at the Whataburger counter to place her order. It's
quite common for politicians and their wives to take full advantage of these types of photo
ops. They make VIPs seem more down-to-earth.
Founded By A True Jack of All Trades
The founder of Whataburger was a fascinating guy. His name was Harmon Dobson and he was
good at so many things, including fast food. He drilled for oil, got involved with shipbuilding,
delivered diamonds and flew planes. Dobson created one of America's most beloved burger
joints. He was an adventurous person who always pushed himself to achieve. Today, his burger
joint has become an American mainstay. People rely on Whataburger for delicious fast food
in a family-friendly atmosphere. Dobson is a great example of a gifted USA entrepreneur
who found a way to live out the American dream. Dobson and his co-founder decided to create
burgers so hearty that customers would need to hold them with both hands, instead of just
one. He wanted people to say, "What a burger!" after taking their very first bites. In 1950,
Dobson received a trademark for "Whataburger", through the Texas office of the Secretary
of State. Soon enough, neon "Whataburger" signs were flashing all over the Lone Star
State.
You Can Customize A Burger in 36,864 Ways
Someone did some sleuthing and figured out that it's possible to customize a Whataburger
burger in over 36,000 ways. If you decide to go for a custom burger, you may just get
a "special" sticker on your order. With Whataburger, it's possible to enjoy a different burger
every single time if you want to. You won't be limited and you won't get bored. Of course,
you may not want that much variety. So, how do most customers choose to customize their
burgers? Well, asking for triple meat is one filling option. If you don't get filled up
by the typical single patty hamburger, going for extra patties will make sense. You'll
feel more satisfied after your meal. Another option is asking for jalapeno peppers, or
grilled onions, or a bit of extra cheese. By customizing your burger to your exact specifications,
you'll get a burger that is perfect for you. You won't need to compromise on how much meat
is in your burger and which toppings are added. Whataburger is proud to offer its customers
so many exciting and tasty choices.
Their Ketchups Are Amazing
This company's ketchup options get glowing reviews from fast food fans. Whataburger ketchup
has become famous because it's really special. Original ketchup is available, as well as
spicier versions. It's possible to buy the ketchup in plastic bottles at certain grocery
stores in Texas. Look for H-E-B grocery stores to get your Whataburger ketchup fix. Of course,
you'll also be able to enjoy these savory condiments when you order a meal at your preferred
Whataburger location. In addition to specialty ketchup products, this fast food chain offers
mayo, mustard and jalapeno ranch products. Some condiments produced by the restaurant
are limited-time only, sort of like McDonald's special McNugget sauces. A Houston Press article
revealed that some people actually prefer Whataburger ketchup to Heinz. In particular,
Whataburger's spicy ketchup is a huge hit. It adds a little zesty kick to burgers and
french fries. If you're a ketchup fan and you haven't sampled ketchup products from
this fast food chain, you are missing out. Try them when you can and then decide if they
are better than what you're used to.
What-a-burger Isn't Affiliated With Whataburger
Now, it's time for a little brand confusion. There's Whataburger, which we've been discussing
in this video. There's also a restaurant called What-a-burger. Sure, that sounds exactly the
same, but the "other" What-a-burger uses hyphens between the words in its brand name. Naturally,
some people don't realize that the two fast food joints aren't the same. The truth is
that the hyphenated What-A-Burger restaurant is not affiliated with the much-larger, non-hyphenated
Whataburger. So, how did two fast food chains end up with such similar names? It's only
fast food fans in South Carolina and North Carolina who need to worry about this issue.
These customers need to know that there are no Whataburger locations in South and North
Carolina. We mean the big, popular Whataburger. In North and South Carolina, there are the
smaller What-A-Burger restaurants, which offer different food entirely, even though it's
fast food. As long as you're not in South or North Carolina, you won't need to worry
about going to the wrong restaurant by mistake. The What-a-burger with the hyphens isn't nearly
as a big of a chain at the Whataburger that most Americans know and love. It's a different
restaurant and customers need to know this before they drop by.
The 5-inch Bun Was Invented By Whataburger
Whataburger is the pioneer of the 5-inch bun. This fast food eatery is all about offering
hearty burgers to customers, which they need two hands to hold. So, it created the 5-inch
bun first, before being copied by other fast food competitors. To get these burger buns
made, management at Whataburger had to hire a Corpus Christi bakery to make them from
scratch, according to the fast food chain's larger size specifications. Custom pans were
designed for the soft and yummy buns. Burgers from Whataburger have been voted the best
in the USA in the past. Customers do appreciate the sizable buns, as well as the plethora
of topping options and the ability to choose the number of meat patties that they want.
This is a fast food chain that really cares about customer satisfaction. While Whataburger
isn't the biggest fast food chain out there, it's very popular, because it offers customers
the choices that they want and need. From burgers to secret menu item Chicken and Pancakes
to cookies good enough to make it to space and beyond, this restaurant goes the extra
mile to offer tasty and hearty food to its clientele.
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