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Good riddance to the Whataburger 'Thick and Hearty' burger?
Red Dirt Report ^ | December 18, 2009 | Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Posted on 12/18/2009 7:35:24 AM PST by SoonerStorm09

FORT WORTH -- Good riddance?

We can’t recall the last time a company promoted the end of a product.

Did Ford extol the Edsel? Coke the New Coke?

Yet we have Whataburger buying little ads, setting up toll-free hot lines and Web sites, then paying PR people to call attention to the withdrawal of what is easily the Corpus Christi-based chain’s unhealthiest menu item: The A1 Thick and Hearty Burger.

The burger has lost its pizzazz, said a PR person with SPM Communications of Dallas, who is not authorized to be quoted by name,

Wednesday night, a North Texas hairstylist named Heather was scheduled to mount a "support group" gathering at an Irving Whataburger to mark the Dec. 21 disappearance of the 1,050-calorie, half-pound hamburger that packs 62 grams of fat, according to the chain’s Web site.

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TOPICS: Culture/Society; News/Current Events; US: Oklahoma; US: Texas
KEYWORDS: fastfood; hamburgers; hearty; texas; theend; thick; whataburger
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To: Star Traveler; RanchoStash
Whataburger was on our "to eat at" list during a month toodling around the southern third of the U.S. this spring, but it never worked out.

We'd been told they were sort of legendary like our California In-N-Out Burgers.

Now I'm hongry for a Double-Double...


21 posted on 12/18/2009 7:49:47 AM PST by ErnBatavia (It's not the Obama Administration....it's the "Obama Regime".)
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To: SoonerStorm09
'Nuf said!
22 posted on 12/18/2009 7:50:12 AM PST by Diana in Wisconsin ( "When you subsidize poverty and failure, you get more of both." - James Davidson)
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To: dfwgator

Damn! Now that’s! a burger!


23 posted on 12/18/2009 7:50:23 AM PST by ImJustAnotherOkie
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To: SoonerStorm09

I LOOOOVVVVE Whataburgers.

Carl’s Jr. has just opened a place near me. Right next door to a Whataburger.

We laugh. But when you think about it - there will be no real competition. Whataburgers are the real deal. And Carl’s Jr. serves an overpriced and subpar piece of meat between soggy buns.


24 posted on 12/18/2009 7:51:10 AM PST by Responsibility2nd (Ack, is that the site with "Responsibility2nd"? Some weirdo. ...)
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To: jimfree

Is it something I should try before it disappears?

Dont waste your time or money they suck.


25 posted on 12/18/2009 7:51:22 AM PST by bikerman (Buck Farack)
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To: jimfree

Actually I’m kind of shocked that this burger has that many calories. First of all it isn’t a huge burger - normal size bun, two thin patties and cheese, onions and A1 sauce or a bbq tasting sauce. That’s it - To me, the two thin patties shouldn’t be over 1000 calories..... it is a good quick burger for fast food - but not worth that many calories if that is true


26 posted on 12/18/2009 7:51:55 AM PST by WhyisaTexasgirlinPA (He's changing his name from Tiger to Cheetah)
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To: SoonerStorm09

I seldom eat fast food anymore. But if I want a burger, I always get a Whataburger. Tastes like a classic burger to me.


27 posted on 12/18/2009 7:52:03 AM PST by Sans-Culotte ( Pray for Obama- Psalm 109:8)
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To: Star Traveler
LOL... well, don't be cheap and just buy the 99-cent burger... :-)

:) Nope, didn't go cheap. Perhaps it was just a one-off bad experience, but it has ruined the chain for me.

We have an In-N-Out (love it), a Fuddruckers (really love it) and a non-chain "Brown Bag"... now they totally rock. So I have no desire to re-try Whataburger :)

Of course my two girls still want McDonalds... argh! :)
28 posted on 12/18/2009 7:52:11 AM PST by SparkyBass
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To: dfwgator; jimfree
You were saying ...

We got hooked on In-N-Out Burgers when we were out in California, sure wish they had those in Texas.

In Corvallis, Oregon, they had a hamburger joint called "Bob's"... Anyone from there will remember it (don't know if it's still there or not...).

Corvallis is where OSU is (Oregon State University) and it was back when I was there. Well..., they had commercials that would have a jingle that went "Bob-it at Bob's"...

And so, the college students turned it into "Bob-it and barf-it"... LOL...

29 posted on 12/18/2009 7:52:22 AM PST by Star Traveler (The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is a Zionist and Jerusalem is the apple of His eye.)
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To: SoonerStorm09

Favorite Burger Joints:

1) White Castle!!!!!!!!
2) In-n-Out burger
3) What-a-Burger
4) Dairy Queen
5) Huts Burgers—local Austin Favorite
6) Steak-n-Shake


30 posted on 12/18/2009 7:52:46 AM PST by Le Chien Rouge
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To: Diana in Wisconsin

Culvers Double Bacon Butter Deluxe. Best damn burger on the planet. Period.

31 posted on 12/18/2009 7:53:30 AM PST by Lurker (The avalanche has begun. The pebbles no longer have a vote.)
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To: thinkthenpost

My husband is from Texas and he hits Whataburger for a fix every time he goes home.


32 posted on 12/18/2009 7:55:17 AM PST by kalee (01/20/13 The end of an error.... Obama even worse than Carter.)
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To: Responsibility2nd

Their commercials are great too..... the almost imperceptible nod of appreciation from one guy to another for his order... lol makes me laugh every time.


33 posted on 12/18/2009 7:55:24 AM PST by WhyisaTexasgirlinPA (He's changing his name from Tiger to Cheetah)
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To: SoonerStorm09
Some of the selection there...


34 posted on 12/18/2009 7:55:40 AM PST by Star Traveler (The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is a Zionist and Jerusalem is the apple of His eye.)
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To: Star Traveler

I signed up for the 12 days of Whataburger email coupons, today would be a free justaburger, but I have no printer. heh.


35 posted on 12/18/2009 7:56:30 AM PST by GeronL
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To: Lurker

I won’t disagree with you, there. :)


36 posted on 12/18/2009 7:58:41 AM PST by Diana in Wisconsin ( "When you subsidize poverty and failure, you get more of both." - James Davidson)
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To: bikerman

jimfree said: Is it something I should try before it disappears?

bikerman said: Dont waste your time or money they suck.

There are three burger places that I enjoy immensely. Here in the DC area it is Five Guys. Out West it is In-N-Out. (I grew up a little over a mile from their first store.) In the South and elsewhere (but not here) it is Steak ‘n Shake. I make a pilgrimage to In-N-Out or Steak ‘n Shake each time I travel to those parts. Five Guys I enjoy in moderation here, going 2 to 4 times a year. For those unfamiliar with Five Guys the fries are fresh potatoes with appellation (Today’s potatoes are from: .....) A small fries can easily serve two people and often three or four.


37 posted on 12/18/2009 8:00:31 AM PST by jimfree (In 2012 Sarah Palin will continue to have more relevant quality executive experience than B. Obama.)
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To: Star Traveler

For fast food, Whataburger is quite good. I eat at all of them. Even a locally owned place here called Griffs. I live in Irving, maybe I should join that support group, heh.

Use to be a fried chicken place, its still there but its horrible now, called Barrel-O-Chicken... back in the “old” days, former owners, it had the most awesome fries known to man. They were batter dipped french fries and they were great.

Miss those.


38 posted on 12/18/2009 8:04:07 AM PST by GeronL
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To: SoonerStorm09

BIDDING FAREWELL TO A FRIEND

Whataburger Launches Support Group, Withdrawal Hotline for Customers Grieving Loss of Beloved Burger

(November 9, 2009 – SAN ANTONIO, Texas) – Ah, the heartfelt pangs of sadness from those who will miss their Whataburger A.1.® Thick & Hearty Burger®.

Since 1998, Whataburger has heard from legions of loyal fans who have patiently awaited the annual return of one of the company’s most popular limited availability burgers. And though some have petitioned Whataburger to keep the burger on menus permanently, the ‘love’ for the A.1.® Thick & Hearty Burger® has waned and so it is time to move on.

On December 21, the A.1.® Thick and Hearty Burger® will officially retire for good. The company anticipates fans of the burger will experience an intense period of grieving and withdrawal before being able to celebrate the burger’s reign and ultimate farewell.

“We understand the Thick & Hearty Burger has a loyal following and there will be some disappointment and even sadness at the news. It’s never easy to say goodbye to a good friend,” said Todd Coerver, Whataburger Restaurants, LP Vice President of Marketing and Innovation. “That’s why we have set up a Support Group to help with the grieving process.”

Customers who feel pangs of sadness and crave tangy A.1.® Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce are encouraged to call 1-877-A1SUPPORT (1-877-217-8776) or visit http://www.A1SupportGroup.com to commiserate with fellow A.1.® lovers. The Web site has coping tips and fans can post their favorite videos, photos and memories of the burger. Support group members can also send customized, uplifting voicemails from the famous voice of Whataburger to friends.

A.1.® Thick & Hearty Burger® fans are also encouraged to console each other and pursue support groups at their nearest Whataburger location. They can also sign a farewell card at A1SupportGroup.com.

“Customers may experience denial, anger, maybe even depression, and we hope eventually acceptance when they hear the A.1.® Thick & Hearty Burger® is gone forever after December 21st,” said Coerver. “We hope the diehard fans can find comfort in the support we are providing and one last opportunity to enjoy their favorite burger. And who knows, if we see an overwhelming response from customers to save it, we may reconsider.”

The famously tasty burger has two sizzling hot patties of 100 percent American, fresh, never frozen beef, grilled onions, cheese and two slices of crispy bacon, topped with tangy A.1.® Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce and served on Whataburger’s signature freshly baked, five-inch toasted bun.

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ABOUT WHATABURGER:
Whataburger has focused on its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service since 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. Dobson gave his restaurant a name he hoped to hear customers say every time they took a bite of his made-to-order burgers: “What a burger!” Within the first week, people lined up around the block for his 25 cent, all-American beef burgers served on five-inch buns. Today, the company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with nearly 700 locations in 10 states with sales of more than $1 billion annually. Visit www.whataburger.com for more information on the company.

For Further Information Contact:
Suzanne Miller or Allison Yeaman
SPM Communications
(817) 329-3257
spm@spmcommunications.com
allison@spmcommunications.com

Natalie Silva
Corporate Communications
Whataburger Restaurants, LP
(210) 476-6547
nsilva@wbhq.com


39 posted on 12/18/2009 8:05:45 AM PST by Star Traveler (The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob is a Zionist and Jerusalem is the apple of His eye.)
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To: Star Traveler
Mmmmmm...make mine a double-meat, double-cheese Whataburger with onion rings and a chocolate shake. Unfortunately, I only allow myself one a month on my diet and I have already had it this month
40 posted on 12/18/2009 8:08:16 AM PST by ravingnutter
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