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Menu Tracker: New items from Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell and Outback Steakhouse
Bret Thorn Aug 19, 2022

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Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Coconut Dream Lemonade: Lemonade with sweetened coconut-milk cold foam, starting at $3 for a medium

Cold Brew Lemonade: Hawaiian blend cold brew coffee, lemonade and sweetened coconut-milk cold foam, starting at $4 for a medium

Availability: An unspecified limited time

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

El Poblano Loco: Beef patty, pepper Jack cheese, pico de gallo, fried poblano peppers and chipotle ranch on a bun, starting at $12.45

Poblanos Fritos: Battered and fried poblano pepper strips served with a side of chipotle ranch, starting at $9.95

Availability: Through Sept. 20

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Boneless Bar Pizza: Pizza with ranch dressing, blue cheese crumbles, mozzarella cheese, boneless chicken wings in Buffalo sauce, pickled hot peppers, chopped green onion and a medium Buffalo sauce drizzle, $9.99

Honey BBQ Boneless Bar Pizza: Pizza with mozzarella and cheddar Jack cheeses, boneless wings in honey barbecue sauce, bacon crumbles, pickled hot peppers and chopped green onion with medium Buffalo and honey barbecue sauce drizzles, $9.99

Availability: An unspecified limited time

Carl’s Jr.

King’s Hawaiian Double Cheeseburger: Two charbroiled beef patties topped with grilled onions, Swiss cheese, signature Classic Sauce and pickles on a King’s Hawaiian Bun, 3.49

King’s Hawaiian Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich: Breaded and fried chicken breast with melted Swiss cheese, grilled onions, pickles and Classic sauce on a King’s Hawaiian bun, $6.49

King’s Hawaiian Breakfast Sandwich: Applewood smoked bacon and a folded egg topped with Swiss cheese and served on a King’s Hawaiian bun, $3.49

Availability: In test in Salt Lake City, Utah; Peoria, Ill.; and Charleston, S.C.

Spicy Cowboy Cheeseburger: Chargrilled beef patty, pepper Jack cheese, fried jalapeño pepper chips, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and barbecue sauce on a toasted jalapeño cornmeal bun, $5.79 for a single and $6.99 for a double

Spicy Cowboy Breakfast Sandwich: Folded egg, sausage and pepper Jack cheese on a toasted jalapeño cornmeal bun, $3.49

Availability: In test in Bakersfield, Calif.; Terre Haute, Ind.; and Little Rock, Ark.

Chick-fil-A

Chorizo Cheddar Egg Bites: Whole eggs baked with Mexican-style chorizo and a blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, starting at $4.65 for four.

Availability: In test starting Aug. 22 in participating restaurants in Augusta, Ga.; Aiken, S.C.; Columbus, Ohio; Norfolk and Portsmouth, Va.; Miami, and New Orleans

Chopt

Fiery Feta Dressing: Creamy dressing with feta cheese spiced with New York Shuk’s Signature Harissa, free of charge with any salad

Basil Caesar Dressing: Caesar salad dressing with basil added, free of charge with any salad

Ultimate Greek Salad: Roasted chicken, olives, pita chips, grape tomatoes, radish, English cucumbers and romaine lettuce and Chopt salad blend with Fiery Feta Dressing, $11.79-$13.69

Zesty Italian Caesar Salad: Grilled chicken, spicy giardiniera, grape tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, croutons, romaine lettuce and Chopt salad blend with Basil Caesar Dressing, $11.89-$13.69

Availability: Through Oct. 11

Culver’s

Peach Crisp Custard: Peach Frozen custard swirled with peaches, dulce de leche sauce and granola crumble made with Kellogg’s granola, starting at $2.49

Availability: In the Flavor of the Day rotation of custards selected by individual franchisees

Dutch Bros

Blended Orangesicle Rebel: Rebel energy drink with orange and vanilla flavors topped with a Soft Top of sweetened aerated milk, starting at $4.50

Availability: Through August

Farmer Boys

Chicken Caesar Salad: Grilled chicken breast, bacon, sliced avocado, croutons and Parmesan cheese over romaine lettuce, $9.99

Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap: Chicken Caesar Salad ingredients in a flour tortilla, $9.49

Availability: Though October

 

Gott’s Roadside

Heirloom Tomato ‘A’BLT: Sliced local organic heirloom tomatoes topped with six pieces of Zoe’s bacon, romaine lettuce, Hass avocado and lemon mayonnaise on toasted sourdough bread, $17.99

Strawberry Shortcake: Vanilla ice cream and milk spun with strawberry purée and topped with whipped cream and strawberry crunch, $7.99

Availability: Through Sept 14

The Habit Burger Grill

Basil Pesto Chicken Sandwich: Chargrilled chicken Parmesan cheese, green leaf lettuce, tomatoes and pesto aïoli on Parmesan crusted sourdough bread, $9.19

Availability: An unspecified limited time

Hardee’s

King’s Hawaiian Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich: Breaded and fried chicken breast with melted Swiss cheese, grilled onions, pickles and Classic sauce on a King’s Hawaiian bun, $5.49

King’s Hawaiian Breakfast Sandwich: Applewood smoked bacon and a folded egg topped with Swiss cheese and served on a King’s Hawaiian bun, $2.99

Availability: In test in Salt Lake City, Utah; Peoria, Ill.; and Charleston, S.C.

Spicy Cowboy Cheeseburger: Chargrilled beef patty, pepper Jack cheese, fried jalapeño pepper chips, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and barbecue sauce on a toasted jalapeño cornmeal bun, $5.49 for a single and $6.59 for a double

Spicy Cowboy Breakfast Sandwich: Folded egg, sausage and pepper Jack cheese on a toasted jalapeño cornmeal bun, $3.49

Availability: In test in Bakersfield, Calif.; Terre Haute, Ind.; and Little Rock, Ark.

Hot Head Burritos

Leroy’s Spicy Chicken: Spicy chicken, rice, black beans, cilantro, pico de gallo, lime, “wild salsa” (a spicy tomato-based salsa), hot sauce and Monterey Jack cheese, available in a burrito or bowl, $9.75

Availability: Permanent

Insomnia Cookies

Classic Midnight Berry cookie: Warm brown sugar cookie with blueberries and crunchy berry cereal pieces, $2.25-$2.75

Deluxe Filled PB&J cookie: Peanut butter cookie filled with grape jelly, $3.75-$4.50

Availability: Through Sept. 25 or while supplies last

Jamba

Classic Pumpkin Smash: Pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg blended with 2% milk and frozen yogurt, around $7.30

Plant-Based Pumpkin Smash: Pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg blended with oat milk and So Delicious Diary Free oat milk-based frozen dessert $7.30

Availability: Through Nov. 14

Jollibee

Mandarin Orange Crispy Chicken Salad: Breaded and fried chicken tenders, mandarin orange slices, dried cranberries, tomatoes, and sliced cucumbers over premium mixed greens with a choice of ranch, honey mustard, or sesame dressing, $9.99

Baked Cheddar Mac & cheese: Mac & cheese topped with shredded cheddar cheese and baked, $4.99

Biscuits: Warm and flaky biscuits intended to pair with signature Chickenjoy fried chicken, $3.49 for two

Availability: Currently only at the new flagship location in Times Square in New York City with plans to roll it out nationwide later in the year

La Madeleine

Pumpkin Streusel Muffin: Pumpkin muffin topped with streusel and cinnamon sugar, $2.99

Chai Tea Latte: Cinnamon-spiced tea with steamed milk, starting at $4.09

Pumpkin Spice Latte: A returning item of espresso, steamed milk and autumn spices, starting at $4.09

Availability: Through fall

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Four Cheese Lasagna TV Dinner: Broad, flat pasta layered with ricotta, mozzarella, Romano and Parmesan cheeses and meat sauce served with garlic Parmesan broccoli and warm cannoli cake in a TV dinner tray, sold frozen and ready to reheat, starting at $10

Passion Fruit Mango Martini: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Passoã Passion Fruit Liqueur, mango purée, vanilla bean and agave sweet & sour mix, starting at $11.75 except during happy hour when it’s $7

Blue Hawaiian: Ketel One Vodka, Myers’s Premium White Rum, Blue Curaçao, pineapple juice, orange juice and agave sweet & sour mix, starting at $11.75 except during happy hour when it’s $7

Mini Corn Dogs & Fries: Miniature hot dogs in cornmeal batter served with fries during happy hour, starting at $6

Availability: An unspecified limited time

Lenny’s Grill & Subs

Spicy Fajita Chicken Sandwich: Spiced grilled chicken, grilled green peppers and onions, provolone cheese, jalapeño peppers, lettuce, tomato and a spicy sauce on white or whole wheat bread, $6.99

Availability: Through Oct. 30

Outback Steakhouse

Nashville Hot Wings: Fried chicken wings coated with a Nashville-style dry rub and served with blue cheese dressing, $13.99 for one pound

Availability: An unspecified limited time

Rush Bowls

Mai Tai Bowl: Mango, pineapple, pitaya, orange juice and guava juice in a bowl, $8.99-$12.99

Availability: Through Sept. 22

Smashburger

Scorchin’ Hot Crispy Chicken Sandwich: Fried chicken in a Nashville-style hot coating, spicy red pepper mayonnaise and pickles on a toasted bun, $5

Availability; Through September

Sweetgreen

Elote Bowl: Roasted corn, peppers, heirloom tomatoes, shredded cabbage, cilantro, goat cheese, spicy sunflower seeds, tortilla chips, warm quinoa, arugula and lime cilantro jalapeño vinaigrette, $11.95-$14.95

Summer BBQ Salad: Shredded kale, chopped romaine lettuce, blackened chicken, carrots, shredded cabbage, corn, watermelon, cilantro and green goddess ranch dressing, 11.95-$14.95

Roasted Corn & Peppers: Seasoned roasted corn and red peppers, $3.95

Spicy Cashew Watermelon Bowl: Chopped romaine lettuce, arugula, roasted chicken, a double portion of watermelon, shredded cabbage, cucumber, basil, lime and spicy cashew dressing, available via online ordering only, $11.95-$14.95

Miso Roasted Corn Bowl: Shredded kale, warm wild rice, blackened chicken, roasted corn & peppers, carrots, shredded cabbage, basil, roasted almonds and miso ginger dressing, available via online ordering only starting Sept. 8 $11.95-$14.95

Availability: Through Oct. 12

Rise Cold Brew: Organic Peruvian coffee beans from Rise Brewing Co. ground and steeped in cold water, strained and served cold, $4.50

Availability: Permanent

Taco Bell

Double Steak Grilled Cheese Burrito: Twice the amount of grilled marinated steak as in the Steak Quesadilla, seasoned rice and signature sauces in a warm tortilla topped with warm cheddar, mozzarella and Monterey Pepper Jack cheeses and then grilled, around $6.49

Mango Whip Freeze: Sweet frozen mango flavored iced dessert with added vanilla flavor cream (also available without the cream), around $2.79 for a regular

Availability: Nationwide for an unspecified limited time

Crispy Melt Taco: White corn taco shell with layers of nacho cheese and three-cheese blend (cheddar, mozzarella and Monterey Pepper Jack) with choice of seasoned beef or a new plant-based protein made from peas and soy (also available on any other item), topped with lettuce, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes and reduced-fat sour cream, $2.49

Availability: In test in Birmingham, Ala., more information available here.

Southwest Grilled Lunchwrap: Grilled marinated chicken breast or steak with a new Southwest ranch sauce, lettuce, three-cheese blend, tomatoes and tortilla strips in a grilled flour tortilla, $4.99 for chicken and $5.29 for steak

Chicken Bacon Club Grilled Lunchwrap: Grilled marinated chicken breast, avocado ranch sauce, creamy chipotle sauce, lettuce, guacamole, bacon, three-cheese blend and tomatoes in a grilled flour tortilla, $5.49

Steak Chipotle Ranch Grilled Lunchwrap: Grilled marinated steak, avocado ranch sauce, creamy chipotle sauce, lettuce, three-cheese blend and tomatoes in a grilled flour tortilla, $5.49

Availability: In test in Atlanta

Cheesy Chipotle Flatbread: Grilled marinated chicken breast, creamy chipotle sauce, crunchy tricolor tortilla strips, onion and three cheese blend toasted on flatbread, $3.99

Availability: In test in Charlotte, N.C.

Taco Cabana

Hatch Chile Taco: Smoked pulled pork spiced with Hatch green chiles topped with cilantro and onion in a 6-inch flour tortilla, $3.19

Hatch Chile Street Tacos: Smoked pulled pork spiced with Hatch green chiles topped with cilantro, onion and Hatch chile ranch sauce in three 4.5-inch yellow corn tortillas, $4.99

Hatch Chile Burrito: Hatch chile smoked pulled pork in a 12-inch flour tortilla with rice, black beans, romaine lettuce, cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, Hatch chile ranch and crunchy tortilla strips, $8.59

Hatch Chile Breakfast Bowl: Hatch chile smoked pulled pork, refired beans, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, pico de gallo and cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend in a bowl, $5.49

Availability: While supplies last

Velvet Taco

Spicy Pollo Mediterranean Taco: Chicken guisado (stewed with chiles, tomatoes and aromatics), buttery cilantro rice, cucumbers, red onion, pickled Fresno peppers, feta cheese and cilantro in a flour tortilla, $5.50

Availability : Through Aug. 23

Wings Over

Cheesy Chicken Loaded Nachos: Waffle fries or potato tots topped with fried chicken tenders, melted cheddar cheese and bacon, $9.99

Loaded Tender Sandwich: Fried chicken tenders on a top-split butter-toasted bun with melted cheddar cheese ang bacon, $4.99

Availability: An unspecified limited time

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