The story
A KFC in central Rome might seem a safe bet for a quick, familiar meal, but this particular location on V. Gioberti has recently drawn sharp criticism over a limited-time collaboration. Rated 3.8 stars overall and tagged as a casual, tourist-friendly takeout spot, the chain ran a Squid Game promotion in partnership with Netflix.
Creator Franchino Er Criminale called the offering “a disastrous collaboration,” noting that the Korean Hot Wings, Tenders, Squid Game Burger, Purè, and Pannocchia arrived “soggy, poorly assembled” and overpriced at €32. To make matters worse, the themed packaging was already out of stock—a “complete letdown.” For those seeking the novelty of a branded meal, this Rome outpost clearly missed the mark.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2025.
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AI summary of what 5 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about KFC’s Purè, calling it a creamy, comforting standout. The overall vibe is indulgent, fast-food nostalgia done right.
“It's like the mashed potatoes they give you when you're hospitalized — it'll stick to your colon walls. The packaging is premium though. With gravy it's good, but only because of the gravy.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered KFC. Most active: Franchino Er Criminale
A disastrous collaboration between KFC and Netflix for Squid Game: the food is soggy, poorly assembled, overpriced at €32, and the themed packaging was already out of stock — a complete letdown.
Dishes mentioned
Korean Hot Wings
The frying is floppy and the breading separates from the chicken completely. It's all soggy, wet, and inedible. The sauce is good — slightly spicy — but there's too little of it. The whole point of fried chicken is the crunch, and there's none here.
Korean Tenders
These are completely soggy, wet, and sticky. The breading is all moist and there's very little sauce. It's a shame because the sauce itself is satisfying. I've never seen KFC tenders this bad in my life.
Squid Game Burger
The bun is gummy and the whole thing is poorly assembled. The coleslaw is completely unseasoned and falls apart because there's no sauce to bind it. The chicken piece inside is a thigh, and there's a giant pickle. It's a mess.
Purè
It's like the mashed potatoes they give you when you're hospitalized — it'll stick to your colon walls. The packaging is premium though. With gravy it's good, but only because of the gravy.
Pannocchia
It's already eaten — all the kernels are burst and mushy. Not great.
