What is a Big King XL meal?

Well, as the name implies, the newfangled BIG King XL from Burger King is pretty much a jumbo-sized variation of its Big King burger — which, itself, is basically Burger King’s rebuttal to the Big Mac.

For the uninitiated, we’re talking more than 1/2 lb. of flame-grilled 100 percent beef, a double serving of gooey American cheese, a smattering of sliced onions, a crown of lettuce, a deluge of pickles, and a heaping helping of the proprietary Stacker sauce underneath the topmost sesame seed bun.

How is it?

In a word? Heavy. Literally, metaphorically, figuratively and phonetically. I’m not quite sure how much the sandwich weighs, but this thing has to be at least a solid pound with all the accoutrements included. Indeed, it’s so big that it might prove a challenge to eaters with smaller mouths, so keep that in mind before you shell out the moolah for this one.

What is a Big King XL meal?
What is a Big King XL meal?

As for the overall taste and texture, it’s pretty much exactly what’s advertised — a humongous, sumo-wrestler-sized version of the tried and true Big Mac imitator, which is definitely more than enough to fill up just about anybody who doesn’t have the metabolism of a hummingbird.

What is a Big King XL meal?
What is a Big King XL meal?

What is a Big King XL meal?
What is a Big King XL meal?

Is there anything else I need to know?

I thoroughly enjoyed the Big King XL, even though as a limited-time-only offering it’s rather staid. Personally, I would’ve enjoyed having some bacon in there, or it would’ve been cool to see the King give the plus-sized burger a more unique hook — perhaps one of the more esoteric toppings, like jalapeno rings or mushrooms, or even an all-new sauce. But as is it’s still a perfectly fine, flavorful and filling hamburger that ought to satiate anybody with a craving for high-calorie mega-fast-food.

Conclusion:

You know exactly what you’re getting into with the Big King XL, and that’s mostly a good thing. There’s no denying it’s a tasty burger, and if you’re on the prowl for a fast food offering that will stick to your ribs, look no further.

Try the Flame-Grilled Difference with a Sandwich that has 175% More Beef Than the Big Mac* and No Third Bun

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What is a Big King XL meal?

The New BIG KING XL Sandwich at BURGER KING® Restaurants Outsizes the Competition (Photo: Business Wire)

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January 17, 2019 09:02 AM Eastern Standard Time

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BURGER KING® restaurants is flame-grilling the competition with a new sandwich that has 175% more beef than the Big Mac. Introducing the BIG KING XL sandwich, featuring more than 1/2 lb** of flame-grilled 100% beef, topped with melted American cheese, sliced onions, zesty pickles, crisp lettuce and our special savory sauce all on a toasted sesame bun.

Available at restaurants nationwide and starting today, the BIG KING XL sandwich will make guests want to swap their bread for beef—literally.

On January 18, guests can bring their expired MacCoins to select BURGER KING® restaurants in Chicago, IL to exchange them for a free BIG KING XL sandwich***. The McDonald’s MacCoins were distributed in 2018 for the 50th anniversary of the Big Mac, but as of December 31st these coins can no longer be redeemed for a Big Mac. Now that the MacCoins have expired, BURGER KING® is giving people one more day to use their MacCoins, but this time for the bigger, flame-grilled option.

The BIG KING XL sandwich is available at select restaurants nationwide for a limited time only with a recommended price of $5.59. The BIG KING XL sandwich is the latest hand crafted premium sandwich to join the King’s Collection. The collection includes flame-grilled, flavorful, handcrafted sandwich offerings such as the Bacon King, Double Quarter King and now the BIG KING XL Sandwich.

*Based on weight of two pre-cooked patties. BIG KING XL patties weigh 8.8 oz. total. McDonald’s Big Mac patties weigh 3.2 oz. total.
**Weight based on pre-cooked patties.
***Valid only on January 18, 2019 at select BURGER KING® restaurants in Chicago, IL. Trade in an original MacCoin for one free BIG KING XL. MacCoin has no cash value. Limit one per guest. Participating Chicago, IL locations: 2328 South Michigan, 2501 West Cermak Road, 2401-2407 West Ogden Avenue, 2344 West Chicago Avenue, 1401 W. Fullerton, 3141 Ashland Avenue, 2701 N. Western Avenue, 151 North Michigan Ave, 1213 N Milwaukee Ave, 2700 South Kedzie Avenue.

About BURGER KING®

Founded in 1954, the BURGER KING® brand is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original HOME OF THE WHOPPER®, the BURGER KING® system operates more than 17,000 locations in more than 100 countries and U.S. territories. Almost 100 percent of BURGER KING® restaurants are owned and operated by independent franchisees, many of them family-owned operations that have been in business for decades. To learn more about the BURGER KING® brand, please visit the BURGER KING® brand website at www.bk.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

What happened to Big King XL?

The burger originally dropped in 2019 for a limited time and was advertised as having "175% more beef" than a regular burger. The Big King XL made waves again by reappearing nationally in 2020. Now, the Big King XL is back.

What is the biggest meal at Burger King?

The BIG KING® is one of the biggest in our family. With two freshly flame-grilled 100% pure beef patties, cheese, onions, pickles, and the unique BIG KING® sauce, it just tastes amazing. At four inches in diameter, it is also very substantial.

How much is a Big King XL?

Available at participating restaurants nationwide for a limited time, the Big King XL has 175 percent more beef than McDonald's Big Mac, according to Burger King, and doesn't have a third bun. The sandwich has a recommended price of $5.59.

How big is the Big King at Burger King?

The Big King XXL is part of a line of sandwiches consisting of larger, 8 oz (230 g) double cheeseburgers sold by Burger King in the European and Middle Eastern markets.