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Fry Wars 2019

Updated: Sep 3, 2019


7 Days of Eating

13 Different French Fries

4 LBS GAINED


4 Distinct Category Ratings

(Scale 1-5)

  1. TASTE

  2. TEXTURE

  3. LOOKS

  4. AMOUNT IN MED SIZE

BELOW ARE THE RESULTS




#14 BURGER KING

(Rating 1.9)

  • Taste 1.5

  • Texture 1.8

  • Looks 2.1

  • Amount 2.2


Craptain Says: Complete disappointment in BK. Fries tasted oily and texture was slightly mushy. Only saving grace for these fries were they couldn't be any worse than the taco.



#13 WHITE CASTLE

(Rating 2.125)

  • Taste: 1.4

  • Texture: 2.1

  • Looks: 3.0

  • Amount: 3.1


Craptain Says: Crinkle Cut shape looked appetizing, but taste was extremely bland. Nothing endearing about these fries. Shame cause Crapt loves me some Castle Sliders.


#12 NATHAN'S

(Rating 2.675)

  • Taste: 3.1

  • Texture: 1.8

  • Looks: 2.4

  • Amount: 3.4


Craptain Says: Another Crinkle Cut disappointment. Taste was OK, but fries were VERY soggy and extra potato-ey. Zero CRUNCH. Even with Cheese added, could barely finish half of them. Stick to Hot Dogs Joey Chestnut.


#11 WENDY'S

(Rating 2.825)

  • Taste: 2.5

  • Texture: 2.3

  • Looks: 3

  • Amount: 3.5


Craptain Says: Was very surprised by this low rating. Usually a fan of all things Wendy's, but taste and texture just didn't stack up when compared to the competition. Tasted underdone. Luckily they packed their mediums or this would have been even lower. Pure disappointment in this red headed step child.


#10 KFC

(Rating 3.05)

  • Taste: 3.3

  • Texture: 2.6

  • Looks: 3.5

  • Amount: 2.8


Craptain Says: Good looking wedge fry from KFC with a slight peppery flavor. Smaller wedges were light and crispy. Larger wedges were dense and chewier which caused a lower rating. If KFC went strictly to smaller wedges these fries would be a top contender. Perhaps I'll talk to the Colonel for next year #FRYWARS2020


#9 SONIC

(Rating 3.075)

  • Taste: 3.1

  • Texture: 3.2

  • Looks: 2.8

  • Amount: 3.2


Craptain Says: Similar to Wendy's fry but with a little more texture and flavor. Neither disappointed or excited about these. More Corn dogs, less Fries.



#8 Arby's

(Rating 3.5)

  • Taste: 3.2

  • Texture: 3.9

  • Looks: 3.2

  • Amount: 3.7


Craptain Says: These curly fries came in with a lot of hype. While the texture brought a good crunch the flavor, looks, and greasiness were a little less than desirable. Was expecting some HEY!!! and instead got just a a little hi. Arby's may HAVE THE MEATS, but the potatoes went elsewhere.



#7 Popeye's

(Rating 3.525)

  • Taste: 3.8

  • Texture: 2.9

  • Looks: 3.3

  • Amount: 4.1


Craptain Says: We came for the chicken sandwich, but left excited about the copious amount of fries. These Cajun fries were packed with flavor and if they were just a bit crunchier they could be top contender. "LOVVVVVVE THAT FRENCH FRIES FROM POPEYES"



#6 McDonald's

(Rating 3.55)

  • Taste: 3.7

  • Texture: 3.3

  • Looks: 3.9

  • Amount: 3.3


Craptain Says: The original standard by which all fries were judged. These classics still pack a solid french fry flavor with a decent crunch. They are easy to consume and seem to go well with whatever you are eating. McDonald's seems to have the most inconsistency in cooking which occasionally leaves these fries soggy and greasy, BUT when done right, there are few that are better.



#5 Smash Burger

(Rating 3.975)

  • Taste: 4.0

  • Texture: 3.6

  • Looks: 4.1

  • Amount: 4.2


Craptain Says: Smash Fries aka Garlic Truffle fries rated very high in overall taste and amount of fries. The truffle oil is a little overpowering and can also be slightly greasy, but the taste is the most unique with hints of herbs and garlic. Just missed the bronze metal, but a still very solid french fry.



#4 Checkers

(Rating 4.025)

  • Taste: 4.2

  • Texture: 4.3

  • Looks: 3.9

  • Amount: 3.7


Craptain Says: The biggest surprise of Fry Wars 2019 was by far and away Checkers. These fries have a slightly sweeter taste which sounds weird, but is quite delicious. Their outer crispy coating gives a good crunch while the center has a nice potato core making these fries almost worthy of a medal.


#3 Shake Shack

(Last Minute Entry)

(Rating 4.05)

  • Taste: 4.2

  • Texture: 4.6

  • Looks: 4.1

  • Amount: 3.3


Craptain Says: FINALLY the crinkle cut Fry we deserved. This last minute entry straight bushwhacked Checkers to steal the Bronze medal. Coming in with the highest texture rating, these crispy crinkles are perfect blend of crunchy outside and smooth interior. Wonderfully salted with shaved sea salt our only complaint is that we wish there were more. OH AND THE CHEESE SAUCE IS NEXT LEVEL!!!




#2 Chick-Fil-A

(Rating 4.175)

  • Taste: 4.4

  • Texture: 4.4

  • Looks: 4.5

  • Amount: 3.4


Craptain Says: No surprises here that the waffle fry from Chick-Fil-A was our 2nd favorite fry. A perfect combination of taste and texture these fries are easy and fun to consume. The only issue is the amount of fries you get is way less than almost all the other competitors.




AND THE WINNER IS............










#1 Five Guys

(Rating 4.35)

  • Taste: 4.6

  • Texture: 4.1

  • Looks: 4.2

  • Amount: 4.5


Craptain Says: This year's Fry Wars Champion is Five Guys Burgers and FRIES!!! Fresh cut and made to order, these fries ranked highest in flavor and amount received. Peanut oil gives these fries an amazing taste and texture which caused the Craptain to eat an entire bag. The regular sized cup is overflowing with fries which doesn't even include the extra helping that the fry guy throws into every bag. It may take 5 guys to make, but this fry is easily our #1.#frywars2019



AND THAT'S WHAT THE CRAPTAIN SAYS.

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