It’s no secret that fast food is tremendously popular and a way of life in America. And sometimes fast food is linked to uncomfortable stomach-ular feelings that make us vow NEVER TO EAT THAT FOOD AGAIN. This vow however is broken once we feel better or don’t have time to cook at home.

But one fast food restaurant, which specializes in onion enriched flavored hamburgers, is known throughout the “land of the free” for its bowel-moving
prowess. White Castle. The restaurant is appropriately named because once your dining experience is complete, get ready to sit on the throne.

With all the negative word of mouth this restaurant receives, I’m surprised to find that the place is always packed. During lunchtime, the drive thru line resembles the scene at the end of “Field of Dreams”, except for the fact lunchtime takes place during the day. Perhaps people feel like it’s an accomplishment to have survived such a gut-wrenching fast food experience. Those of us who cannot scale Mt. Everest may somehow feel this achievement is comparable.

I guess it all comes down to convenience and the sacrifice of quality for quickness. But don’t worry, I’m sure White Castle will continue to thrive for years to come. The fast-paced world we live in often leaves no time for a well-balanced meal.

In the meantime, perhaps management can do something about it. Maybe all customers should be given napkins AND toilet paper.