21. A&W Cheese Curds
Cheese curds should be golden, gooey, and addictive—but A&W’s version falls short in nearly every way. These curds are frequently over-fried, giving them a hard shell and barely any cheese pull. Worse, some come out half-empty where the cheese has leaked during cooking, leaving behind hollow fried puffs of disappointment. They also tend to be greasy, with the breading soaking up more oil than flavor. If you’re lucky enough to get a batch that’s fresh, it’s still inconsistent—some are scalding hot, others lukewarm. For the price, you could get fresh cheese curds from a deli or local vendor and actually enjoy what you’re eating.