Viral Review of Dunkin’s Avocado Toast with Bacon Goes Viral on Social Media
The Review
A woman’s review of a brunch staple is very tough — in both the literal and figurative sense. On January 13, TikToker and North Carolina resident Latoya Bates posted a review of Dunkin’s Avocado Toast with Bacon that was short, to-the-point, and absolutely hysterical, and it went viral on multiple social media platforms.
The Review in Action
Bates holds up the dish to the camera and says, "This right here: avocado toast with bacon. Let’s see how this tastes. It smells good." Then, she tries to take a bite — emphasis on the tries. "Goddamn, this thing is hard!" she exclaims, looking at her toast in disbelief. She fails to break off a piece of her avocado toast, then finally tosses it back into the box. "I’m not finna break my teeth with that mess. Forget it."
The Reaction
Bates’ review garnered a million views on TikTok, then found its way to other platforms, scoring an additional 850,000 views. The comment sections mirror the hilarity of the video, with users sharing their own experiences and reactions.
A Chain Reaction
Dunkin’ did not respond to a request for comment from TODAY.com. However, the chain did introduce its avocado toast with sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice on toasted sourdough bread in February 2021, and later added cherrywood-smoked crumbled bacon and everything bagel seasoning in April of the same year.
A Meme is Born
The review has spawned a meme, with users joking about the hardness of the avocado toast and Bates’ struggles to break off a piece. Some have even shared their own experiences with the dish, with some saying they too found it too hard to eat.
A Love-Hate Divide
While Bates’ experience was decidedly negative, there are some folks on social media who do enjoy the item. In fact, one user ordered one to try it out for themselves and found it soft and bright with just the right amount of salty bacon on top. Others have had similar positive experiences:
"If I could eat the avocado toast at Dunkin Donuts every day I would," wrote one user. "Love this woman who’s life was changed by Dunkin avocado toast," wrote another. "I want to experience this kind of happiness."
Conclusion
The review has sparked a chain reaction on social media, with users sharing their own experiences and reactions. While some have found the dish too hard to eat, others have enjoyed it. The review serves as a reminder that even the simplest of dishes can have a big impact online.
FAQs
Q: Is Dunkin’s Avocado Toast with Bacon actually hard to eat?
A: According to one user, yes, it is. But others have had positive experiences with the dish.
Q: What is the recipe for Dunkin’s Avocado Toast with Bacon?
A: The original recipe features a spread made with avocado, sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice on toasted sourdough bread. The bacon-topped version adds cherrywood-smoked crumbled bacon and everything bagel seasoning.
Q: How did Latoya Bates feel about her experience with Dunkin’s Avocado Toast with Bacon?
A: Bates said she was on her lunch break and didn’t have time to bring it back to Dunkin’ to complain, so she kept attempting to eat it. She finally tasted the avocado and bacon, which she said was all right.
