Texas knows stampedes. Usually, it’s cattle or bargain hunters at a Buc-ee’s gas station. But with White Castle Slides into Texas, folks are whispering about a new phenomenon: the slider stampede.
Already, security at Grandscape has had to direct traffic, not because of rowdy rodeo fans, but because families in minivans keep circling the lot chanting, “Crave Case! Crave Case!” According to a Bohiney poll, 52% of Texans admitted they were “excited to trample their neighbors for 24 sliders,” while 12% confessed they “just came for the Instagram shot.”
Behavioral economist Dr. Lyle Rasmussen told reporters:
“Texans don’t stampede for food unless it’s barbecue. The arrival of the White Castle Texas launch proves small burgers can trigger primal herding instincts.”
Meanwhile, eyewitness Janine Caruthers described a scene of chaos:
“People were running with sacks of sliders like they were footballs. One guy stiff-armed a grandma just to protect his cheeseburger.”
Even local ranchers are divided. One rancher quipped, “I raise cattle for a living, and I still had to fight three teenagers for a spot in line. It’s humiliating.” Another added, “At least cattle don’t come with grilled onions.”
Still, White Castle burgers kept moving. Staffers admitted they underestimated demand. “We brought in 40,000 patties for opening day,” said one insider. “Gone before lunch. We started cutting sliders in half.”
Wear boots with steel toes—sneakers won’t save you.
Buy bulk early—by noon, you’ll be left with pickles and regret.
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