Aussies stunned by the price of Wingstop food in Sydney
A popular American fast food chain has raised eyebrows with its prices after it opened its first store in Australia.
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A popular American fast food chain has raised eyebrows with its prices after it opened its first store in Australia.
Wingstop opened its doors in the inner Sydney suburb of Kings Cross on Saturday, with lines extending down the street and people queuing for hours in a bid to try chicken wings, tenders and loaded fries.
But, it was the price point of some of these items that had customers talking.
For instance, a three-piece tender pack was $15.95, while a five-piece was $21.95.
If you wanted to add chips and a drink, these prices rose to $21.95 and $27.95 respectively. Meanwhile, a six pack of boneless wings was $16.95 and a 10-pack was $20.95 — again without any drinks or sides. For a regular Voodoo fries — which is loaded which cheese sauce and cajun seasoning — it was $9.95.
Popular food vlogger @c1ndyxie shared her view, saying; “These prices are definitely American because three tenders were $15.95.”
She joked she spent her entire hourly pay on the food she ordered, but in the end she gave an overall positive review of the dining experience.
Wingstop Australia was asked about its prices. A spokesperson told news.com.au: “Wingstop is a cooked-to-order, fast-casual dining experience, not fast food. Our generous portions made with 100 per cent Australian-sourced chicken, high-quality ingredients, and bold flavours set us apart.
“With 12 signature flavours and freshly made sides, we’re proud to offer an experience that’s unmatched in the market. The response over the opening weekend was unprecedented.
“We saw huge lines both Saturday and Sunday, and made sure to look after every guest waiting, handing out water, chocolate, merch, ponchos and umbrellas to keep the energy high. “We’re grateful for the love Sydney has shown us, and we’re just getting started.”
Another Sydneysider was stunned by the price of the chicken and chip shop.
“I tried it, it’s expensive rubbish. I’ve tasted better,” they commented.
Another added: “I legit can’t believe you paid $15 bucks for three tenders it’s not rolled it gold it’s just flour.”
“$15.95 for three tenders is ridiculous,” one commented.
Another social media user said: “American food is so expensive girl.”
“Thank you for sharing the price, never trying this,” one person said.
One social media user added: “Yeah three tenders for $15 is robbery.”
“Three tenders for $15? Could buy a bag of tenders at Woolworths with that much,” another said.
One person commented: “Australia price is more expensive than America.”
“I’ll wait til they down the price,” another said.
One social media user added: “I’m sorry three tenders for HOW MUCH.”
However, despite the prices some people reported waiting up to seven hours over the weekend in a bid to try the American-based chain.
Footage filmed in Kings Cross showed a long line of people snaking down Darlinghurst Road and around the corner onto Victoria Street.
“We’re so excited to be launching today, the turn out has been incredible,” Locky Paech, Wingstop Australia’s corporate operations director, told news.com.au.
“I walked all the way down the massive line chatting to people and they were all so hyped to get the first taste in Australia.
“Doors are officially open now, we’re cooking.”
Videos of the wild scenes outside the restaurant have sparked a lot of attention, with many expressing delight at the store’s opening while simultaneously being horrified by the size of the queue to get in.
“That crowd is crazy,” one remarked on TikTok.
But, despite the long queues and prices, many were over the moon at the experience. TikToker @FoodsForTwo features an American woman said it was even better than she remembered it being in Chicago.
Meanwhile @Montana.OnTour said; “Holy sh*t. That is so fricken good. Look at that, insane,” after diving in.
Originally published as Aussies stunned by the price of Wingstop food in Sydney
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