The Most Overrated Foods (Don’t Come for Us)

We all have that one food everyone raves about that just… doesn’t hit. While taste is personal, some foods might be riding their hype train a little too hard. These dishes are beloved on social media and in trendy restaurants, but do they really live up to the buzz?

1. Avocado Everything

We’re not saying avocado is bad—it’s just been pushed into everything. Toast, smoothies, brownies? Sometimes, the texture is mushy, and the flavor? Pretty mild. It’s more a vessel than a flavor bomb. Unless it’s perfectly ripe (and how often is that?), it might not deserve all the worship it gets.

2. Truffle Oil

A little truffle goes a long way… but these days, it’s everywhere. Truffle fries, truffle mac and cheese, truffle popcorn—you name it. The synthetic flavor often overwhelms dishes instead of elevating them. Unless it’s actual truffle shavings, truffle oil can feel more like a perfume than a delicacy.

3. Rainbow Bagels

They’re pretty, yes—but are they tasty? Not really. The colors don’t enhance the flavor and the texture is often subpar. They look fun in photos, but they usually taste like dry, chewy bread with food dye. A classic bagel with a shmear beats this Instagram bait every time.

4. Gold Leaf Toppings

You can’t taste gold. It’s literally metal. So why are people paying extra to have it draped over sushi, desserts, or burgers? It’s flashy but pointless. Gold leaf is all about the flex, not the flavor—and while it makes a bold statement, it doesn’t make food taste any better.

5. Overloaded Milkshakes

You’ve seen them—milkshakes stacked with donuts, cookies, candy, and even entire slices of cake. But can anyone actually eat them? They’re more photo op than dessert. The drink itself is usually too sweet and not cold enough, and the toppings fall apart before you can even get a bite.

6. Kale Chips

They crunch. They flake. They dissolve into weird dust. Kale chips promise to be a healthy alternative to regular chips, but let’s be honest—they’re just a sad substitute. They rarely taste satisfying unless they’re drowned in seasoning, and even then, they leave your mouth feeling like it got in a fight.

No Offense, But…

We get it—food is subjective. If you love any of these, we’re happy for you. But if you’ve ever felt like you’re missing something when you eat them, now you know… you’re not alone.