My Five-Patty Big Arch Challenge at McDonald’s Constellation Drive
If you enjoy fast food reviews or are curious about McDonald’s New Zealand custom menu options, the Big Arch at McDonald’s Constellation Drive is one of the most interesting items you can experiment with. The standard Big Arch comes with two quarter-pound beef patties, but McDonald’s allows customers to add more. Today, I decided to max it out and order the full five-patty version to see if this giant build is worth the hype.
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The Big Arch at McDonald’s Constellation Drive
McDonald’s Constellation Drive is known for being one of the busiest and most consistent locations on Auckland’s North Shore. The Big Arch is a popular choice for anyone who enjoys a heavier, more indulgent McDonald’s burger. With quarter-pounder-sized patties, melted cheddar cheese, crisp onions, fresh onions, pickles, lettuce and the signature Big Arch sauce, it already has a strong flavour profile even before any customisation.
Ordering the maximum five patties transforms it into a completely different experience. When my order arrived, the staff member smiled as if they already knew I was about to take on something profound. The burger looked enormous and genuinely impressive, stacked high and oozing with cheese.
First Bite and Flavour Review
The first bite was pure indulgence. The beef tasted juicy and well-seasoned, the cheese melted beautifully across the layers, and the onions, lettuce, and pickles cut through the richness just enough to keep it interesting. The Big Arch sauce added the familiar tang that ties everything together.
With five patties, the burger becomes extremely heavy and very filling. Halfway through, the bun could no longer hold its weight and started to fall apart. I ended up eating the rest in pieces, which actually made it easier to appreciate the flavours without fighting gravity.
Is a Five Patty Big Arch Worth Ordering
From a taste perspective, the five-patty Big Arch is fun, excessive and surprisingly enjoyable. It is not something you would order every day, but it is definitely worth trying once if you enjoy custom builds at McDonald’s. It is a novelty, a challenge, and a unique fast food experience that you cannot get at every location.
From a practicality standpoint, it is messy, the bun struggles under the weight, and it is incredibly filling. If you prefer a more balanced burger, the standard Big Arch or a three-patty version may be more reasonable.
Final Thoughts
My visit to McDonald’s Constellation Drive to try the five-patty Big Arch was memorable and entertaining from start to finish. It was not the smartest order, but it was absolutely worth it for the experience. If you ever feel like pushing your limits or creating your own mega burger, this is one customisation worth exploring at McDonald’s New Zealand.
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