4. Sonic’s Popcorn Chicken
Popcorn chicken should be bite-sized, crunchy, and full of flavor—Sonic misses on all three. The pieces are uneven in size and cooking quality. Some are rock hard, others are soggy in the center. The breading lacks seasoning, and the chicken itself can taste bland and overcooked. If you don’t drown them in dipping sauce, they’re nearly inedible. And even with sauce, they’re just greasy calorie sponges. They also tend to get cold fast, especially when served in open containers. For the same price, you could get a more filling sandwich or a better side. Sonic may have a fun menu, but this one’s a flop.