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The Burger King Whopper Bar permanently closed on April 21, 2026, after roughly 17 years, with its kitchen walled off behind a construction scrim ahead of the Five Guys conversion.
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Menu & change history
the lifetime log- 2026
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In April 2026 Universal announced the Burger King Whopper Bar would close and be reconcepted as a Five Guys, projected to open later that summer, trading CityWalk's most affordable option for a pricier build-your-own burger menu.
- 2009
The world's first Burger King Whopper Bar opened at Universal CityWalk in March 2009, a premium open-kitchen concept that let guests customize Whoppers, Double Whoppers, or the new Steakhouse XT from a menu of more than 20 toppings.
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That's every change on the record at Burger King Whopper Bar since 2009.
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Questions & answers
When did Burger King Whopper Bar open?
Per the documented record, Burger King Whopper Bar at Universal CityWalk opened on Mar 2009.
When did Burger King Whopper Bar last close for refurbishment?
The most recent closure/refurbishment documented for Burger King Whopper Bar is dated Apr 21, 2026: The Burger King Whopper Bar permanently closed on April 21, 2026, after roughly 17 years, with its kitchen walled off behind a construction scrim ahead of the Five Guys conversion.
What changed recently on Burger King Whopper Bar?
The latest documented change (documented Apr 21, 2026): The Burger King Whopper Bar permanently closed on April 21, 2026, after roughly 17 years, with its kitchen walled off behind a construction scrim ahead of the Five Guys conversion.
How many changes are on record for Burger King Whopper Bar?
3 documented changes, dating back to 2009 — the fan-kept restaurant changelog nobody else keeps.
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