Filet 'O Flation
It is a Friday during Lent and Catholics cannot eat meet. So, Kathleen and I go to McDonald's once or twice for fast food fasting. This year, it seems they are smaller to both of us but McD's official info says no. From Grok: According to McDonald's official nutrition data and statements, the Filet-O-Fish sandwich has not changed in size, ingredients, or build since at least the early 2000s, including between 2020 and 2026. The company has explicitly denied shrinkflation claims, attributing perceived differences to variations in preparation, bun steaming, or individual assembly at restaurants. Nutrition profiles (a reliable proxy for portion consistency) remain virtually identical, with no adjustments to calories, macros, or serving details that would indicate a reduction. However, consumer complaints and independent weigh-ins suggest otherwise, with many reporting the sandwich feels noticeably smaller in recent years (2023–2026), often described as "slider-sized...