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Fast-food menus are constantly changing, and while many delicious food chains have blasted out some delicious meals, others have axed a few fan-favorite dishes. 

Just like fashion, the fast-food industry moves fast, and sometimes that means that some beloved dishes may be on the chopping block. 

Restaurants also often cut their serving list in half when attempting to cut costs. 

Recently, beloved food giant McDonald's temporarily shut down all of its U.S. offices in preparation to share layoff messages with employees across across the country. 

After the fast-food giant hinted they would be taking a closer look at the menu items it can do without, FEMAIL has laid bare the other instances foodies were sent into a state of despair when they were no longer able to order their favorite meal.

Too many spuds? KFC sparked outrage when it removed potato wedges from its menu

The popular chicken chain had been serving its famous potato wedges for years, with foodies drooling over the delicious menu item, but in 2020, they were wiped from the menu

The popular chicken chain had been serving its famous potato wedges for years, with foodies drooling over the delicious menu item. 

However, in 2020, the beloved potatoes were wiped from the menu. 

They were replaced with a new item - 'Secret Recipe Fries.' 

A KFC representative told Business Insider, 'While we know there are wedge-lovers out there who may be disappointed, consumer response to our Secret Recipe Fries during the test and the rollout has been overwhelmingly positive.'

Customers were furious with the switch, with many of them begging the chicken joint to 'bring back wedges.' 

 Another day, another menu item slashed! McDonald's took away the grilled chicken sandwich in addition to the other menu items 

In addition to the nuggets, McDonald's also axed the famous grilled chicken sandwich from their menu

In addition to the nuggets, McDonald's also axed the famous grilled chicken sandwich from their menu. 

And while many people viewed the sandwich as a healthier alternative, it didn't receive raving reviews from customers, causing the fast food giant to wipe it from the menu.

The grilled chicken sandwich was said to have a 'burnt rubber' consistency by customers. 

The sandwich was slashed out the menu in during the pandemic, along with the other items. 

During a virtual conference, CEO Chris Kempczinski said: 'We will certainly add things back to the menu. Whether it goes all the way back to where we were pre-COVID, I think that's probably unlikely.

Not healthy enough? Panera removed the Tuscan Chicken Sandwich, despite it being a fan favorite 

Panera is a fan-favorite for healthier takes on beloved fast-food items like sandwiches, and the Tuscan Chicken Sandwich was no different, however it was removed from menus

Panera is a fan-favorite for healthier takes on beloved fast-food items like sandwiches. 

And Panera's Tuscan Chicken Sandwich was no different, with it being a major hit among foodies. 

The sandwich was filled with chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, arugula, tomato confit, and pesto mayo. 

And although many customers couldn't get enough of it, in 2020, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the restaurant removed the meal from the menu. 

It also axed the Maple Bacon Scrambled Egg Wrap, and the Cheese Brittany.  

'Bring back the Triple Deckeroni Pizza': Over twenty years later, foodies are still begging Pizza Hut to add the pie back to the menu 

Pizza Hut launched the Triple Deckeroni pizza in 1997, and it quickly stole the hearts of food fanatics everywhere but was soon discontinued

Pizza Hut launched the Triple Deckeroni pizza in 1997, and it quickly stole the hearts of food fanatics everywhere. 

It featured a thin-crust pie topped with a layer of cheese and pepperoni, then topped with another layer of thin-crust pizza and your choice of pizza toppings. 

The late-'90s novelty fast food item held a permanent spot in customers' hearts, however the pizza chain never brought it back. 

Over twenty years after it initially launched, fans are still going crazy for the pie. 

There is even a Facebook page titled Bring Back The Triple Decker Pizza Hut that has over 2,000 followers and pays homage to the pie. 

No healthy options here! McDonald's removes all salads from its menu 

Salads have never been the most popular among food fanatics at the fast food joint, so it comes as no surprise they were axed from the menu

Salads have never been the most popular among food fanatics at the fast food joint, so it comes as no surprise they were axed from the menu. 

The healthier options weren't a go-to meal for customers, so the restaurant opted to remove them entirely. 

In a statement to Business Insider, Bill Garrett, McDonald's senior vice president of operations, said: 'To simplify operations in our kitchens and for our crew, and ensure the best possible experience for our customers, we are working with our franchisees and local restaurants to focus on serving our most popular choices and will begin temporarily removing some items from the menu.' 

McDonald's never brought any salads back and seems to be focusing on their more-favored products.  

'It was the best menu item': Customers were outraged when Subway removed roast beef and rotisserie chicken

In 2020, the Sandwich shop revealed it was removing rotisserie chicken and roast beef from the majority of its locations

In 2020, the Sandwich shop revealed it was removing rotisserie chicken and roast beef from the majority of its locations. 

The announcement sparked furious outrage from customers, who called it the 'best menu item.' 

At the time, people were raging on social media, with many of them begging the chain to 'bring back roast beef and the rotisserie chicken.' 

Another person said: 'My wife works at a Subway... she says no roast beef is the biggest complaint they receive. 

'She doesn't understand why they took it off the menu either if it's so popular.' 

Too sweet for treats? Burger King removed the beloved gooey King Cini-Minis 

In the late-'90s, the world was introduced to Burger King's delicious Cini-Minis, but the sweets didn't last forever

In the late-'90s, the world was introduced to Burger King's delicious Cini-Minis, but the sweets didn't last forever. 

The miniature cinnamon rolls were said to be the 'perfect' treat, complete with a chewy center and even a side of extra icing. 

Although the sugary bites were loved by everyone with a sweet tooth, the fast food chain decided to discontinue them.  

Foodies were devastated and begged for Burger King to bring them back, however they seem to be gone for good. 

Marketing isn't always enough, McDonald's Arch Deluxe burger was a major even though it had a $150 million marketing budget 

Over twenty years ago, McDonald's splashed out $150 million on marketing the Arch Deluxe burger

Sometimes no matter how hard a restaurant tries to make a hit meal, it doesn't always stick. 

Over twenty years ago, McDonald's splashed out $150 million on marketing the Arch Deluxe burger. 

It featured a quarter-pond beef patty, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, peppered bacon, onions, and tomatoes on a sesame seed bun. 

However, despite its attempt, many people turned their heads at the burger and it became one of the biggest marketing flops. 

And while many people dismissed it, other food fanatics loved the burger, but McDonald's ignored their pleas for it to make a comeback.  

Too cheesy? Jack in the Box axed the Cheesy Macaroni Bites, despite them being a fan-favorite

In 2008, Jack in the Box introduced Cheesy Macaroni Bites and paired them with an usual advertisement

In 2008, Jack in the Box introduced Cheesy Macaroni Bites and paired them with an usual advertisement. 

The fast food chain claimed that due to their shape, they were easier and safer to eat while driving. 

Oddly enough, its strategy worked and  many customers fell in love with the gooey bites. 

But it didn't last long, Jack in the Box soon took them off the menu, leaving customers disappointed.  

All of your breakfast classics gone? Sonic removed its French Toaster from the menu even though it was a customer-favorite

Sonic's French Toaster took your breakfast staples - eggs, bacon, and cheese - and put them between two slices of French toast but Sonic decided to get rid of it 

Sonic's French Toaster took your breakfast staples - eggs, bacon, and cheese - and put them between two slices of French toast. 

And although it was well-received among foodies, Sonic decided to get rid of it. 

The breakfast of champions was introduced in 2015, but soon after, the fast-food joint replaced it with the Breakfast Toaster. 

The Breakfast Toaster replaced the French toast with Texas toast. 

According to a Sonic spokesperson, the French Toaster was introduced to match the success of the French Toast Sticks. 

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