Every Burger King Chicken Menu Item Ranked: Where Does the Royal Crispy Truly Land?
By Alexander Ross
A deep-seated rivalry exists within the brand's own kitchen: the original chicken sandwich comparison remains central to every drive-thru debate. Introduced in 1979, the OCS is an eccentric fast-food relic. Its oblong sub roll, heavy smear of standard mayonnaise, and thin, mechanically separated chicken patty defy modern culinary aesthetics.
Yet the OCS maintains an unbreakable following. The ultra-fine batter stays crisp underneath a generous layer of hot grease, offering a distinctive, salty comfort food experience that premium fillets cannot replicate.
The Royal Crispy approaches the category with modern craft: thick, intact muscle grain, a delicate potato bun, and nuanced acidity in the royal sauce. Still, it lacks the chaotic charm of the 1979 original. The Royal Crispy feels engineered in a Miami test kitchen to check competitive boxes, while the Original Chicken Sandwich feels like pure fast-food history.
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
