Burger King Brings Back Beloved Menu Item for the First Time in 15 Years
Burger King is resurrecting its popular Crown Nuggets for the first time in 15 years, bringing back a beloved menu item that customers have wanted the fast-food chain to rekindle for years now.
The nuggets, which get their name from their crown shape, will return to Burger King restaurants across the nation beginning June 2. According to the Miami-based company, the Crown Nuggets will only be available while supplies last, so that's a downer for fans who were hoping they'd be a permanent addition to the menu. The addition, however, marks the first time the menu item has been available since 2011.
"We've been committed to creating awesome experiences for the whole family and listening to our guests, and bringing back our Crown Nuggets allows us to do both of those things," Burger King chief marketing officer Joel Yashinsky said in a statement.
"And, by partnering with Crayola, the brand known for inspiring creativity and imagination to generations of families," he added, "we've created a King Jr. Meal experience that brings more fun and interaction to mealtime for guests of all ages."
As for the kid option, beginning June 9, Burger King will offer a limited-time kids meal with a co-branded four-pack of Crayola crayons, a colorable crown and a meal bag. The nuggets will also be offered as an eight-piece order and part of Burger King's $3.99 King Jr. Meal.
"Crayola has always been focused on creating fun for the whole family, making this partnership with Burger King a natural fit," Crayola head of global partnerships Anna Roca said in a statement. "Together, we're creating moments that encourage families to be engaged, get creative and make everyday mealtime experiences even more colorful."
Burger King got its start back in 1954 and serves more than 11 million guests around the world. They're the second largest fast food hamburger restaurant franchise in the world, according to research from their official website, and have "done it by serving high-quality, great-tasting, and affordable food in a family-friendly atmosphere." While Burger King is known for its burgers, their nuggets also make a splash.
This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jun 1, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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This story was originally published June 1, 2026 at 4:39 PM.