Fast-food giant Burger King has announced a major new partnership with the beloved animated franchise, SpongeBob SquarePants. The chain is launching a limited-edition menu to celebrate the upcoming cinematic release, The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants.
What's on the Special SpongeBob Menu?
The themed offerings, officially titled The SpongeBob Menu, will launch across participating UK restaurants on 7 December 2025. This gives fans just under two weeks to enjoy the items before the film hits theatres on 19 December.
The centrepiece is SpongeBob’s Krabby Whopper. This burger features a beef patty served on a distinctive yellow square bun, paying homage to the porous protagonist himself. It is topped with melted American cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, mayo, and ketchup.
Mr. Krabs' Treasure Chest Treat
Accompanying the burger is a side inspired by the frugal restaurant owner, Eugene Krabs. Mr. Krabs’ Cheesy Bacon Tots are potato tots filled with gooey cheese and savoury bacon bits. The presentation is a key part of the experience, as the tots are served in a custom carton designed to look like a treasure chest, mirroring the shape of the iconic Krusty Krab restaurant from the series.
A Promotional Tie-In for Family Audiences
This collaboration is a classic promotional move, aiming to capture the attention of both children and nostalgic adults ahead of the holiday film season. The new movie follows SpongeBob on a deep-sea adventure where he must confront the ghostly Flying Dutchman to prove his bravery to his employer, Mr. Krabs.
By creating a tangible, edible link to the film's characters, Burger King hopes to drive footfall and social media engagement. The success of such limited-time offers often relies on their novelty and shareability, with the unique packaging and themed products designed to be photographed and shared online by fans.
