As the countdown to the final season of Stranger Things intensifies, KFC has launched a mysterious new menu straight from the fictional town of Hawkins. The limited-edition offering includes a strikingly red burger and special wings, creating a buzz among fans and foodies alike.
The Hawkins Fried Chicken Menu
KFC has announced the arrival of its Hawkins-themed menu, available for a limited time only. The collection features two standout items: The Stranger Things Burger and Stranger Wings. Both are drizzled with a new, sweet and spicy secret sauce that has already garnered rave reviews.
The Stranger Things Burger consists of a Spicy Zinger fillet, topped with cheese, pickled slaw, and burger dressing. The entire creation is served on a distinctive limited-edition red glazed bun, a feature that has sparked considerable curiosity. The Stranger Wings also come coated in the same enigmatic sauce.
A statement from KFC declared, "Hawkins may be locked down but we're still selling Hawkins Fried Chicken." The items are available for collection and delivery until 4th January, giving fans a chance to sample the offerings before they vanish from menus.
The TikTok Taste Test and the Red Bun Mystery
The internet was quick to react, with TikTok user @khoslaa sharing her first impressions of the unusual meal. In her review, she expressed confusion over the burger's appearance, noting, "It looks like a rainbow Krabby Patty from Spongebob SquarePants." Her main question echoed that of many: "Why is the bun red? I don't get it."
Thankfully, fellow social media users were on hand to solve the mystery. One fan clarified that the red colour is a direct nod to the main colour in the Upside Down, the sinister alternate dimension central to the Stranger Things universe. Another user humorously referenced "Spider verse burger flashbacks," alluding to another famously colourful fast-food collaboration.
As for the taste, the reviewer was thoroughly impressed. She described the flavour as "a Zinger burger times 1000" and praised the secret sauce, which she compared to a sweet chili sauce with a kick. Her final verdict was a resounding 10/10.
The comments section reflected her enthusiasm. One user confirmed, "I tried it it was actually so nice but a kick of spice," while another simply raved about the wings, calling them "boss." A more critical customer felt the burger needed more sauce but overall, the reception has been positive.
Stranger Things Final Season Release Schedule
This tasty collaboration coincides with the highly anticipated release of Stranger Things Season 5 on Netflix. The streaming giant has confirmed the final season will be released in three volumes.
Volume 1, consisting of four episodes, will premiere on 26th November. Volume 2 follows with three episodes on Christmas Day, and The Finale will land on New Year's Eve. Each volume is scheduled to release at 5 PM PT.
Netflix has teased the plot, stating the season is set in the fall of 1987. "Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished... The final battle is looming." With the town under military quarantine and Eleven in hiding, the stage is set for an epic conclusion.
For now, fans can get a taste of Hawkins at their local KFC, bridging the wait for the show's finale with a uniquely themed culinary experience.
