# Pretzel Bun Steakburgers Freddy's Has a New Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger as of June 21, 2023 By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzel-bacon-bbq-steakburger References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2023/06/17/freddys-introduces-new-pretzel-bacon-bbq-steakburger-very-berry-strawberry-shake-and-key-lime-pie-concrete/)  [Freddy’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-steakburger) Frozen Custard [& Steakburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakburger-stacker) is serving up summer with the debut of three tasty new offerings: the savory Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger, the sippable Very Berry Strawberry Shake, and the sweet new Key Lime Pie Concrete. A perfect blend of salty and savory flavors, the new Pretzel Bacon BBQ Steakburger features two cooked-to-order steakburger patties, topped with melted American cheese, bacon, sliced onions, bourbon-infused BBQ sauce, and Fat Tire Beer Cheese, all served on a soft pretzel bun. To pair with this more salty offering, [Freddy's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bacon-bbq-steakburger) is also selling a Very Berry Strawberry Shake made with real strawberries and vanilla frozen custard, as well as a new Key Lime Pie Concrete, which combines vanilla custard with a whole slice of key lime pie, whipped cream, and graham cracker crumbs. Image Credit: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pretzel Bun Steakburgers:** The trend of offering steakburgers on pretzel buns creates an opportunity for restaurants to provide a unique twist to traditional burgers. - **Very Berry Strawberry Shake:** The trend of incorporating real fruit into milkshakes offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for beverage companies to cater to consumers looking for natural and flavorful options. - **Key Lime Pie Concrete:** The trend of combining desserts with frozen custard presents an opportunity for ice cream parlors to offer indulgent and unique treats that satisfy customers' sweet cravings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant Industry:** The restaurant industry can capitalize on the trend of pretzel bun steakburgers to attract new customers and differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Beverage Industry:** The beverage industry can tap into the trend of real fruit milkshakes to create innovative and refreshing drink options that appeal to health-conscious consumers. - **Ice Cream Parlor Industry:** Ice cream parlors can leverage the trend of combining desserts with frozen custard to offer unique and indulgent creations that draw in dessert enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pretzel Bun Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzel-bacon-bbq-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Decadent Summer Fast-Food Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bacon-bbq-steakburger.md) - [Extra-Meaty Barbecue Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-brisket-steakburger.md) - [Artisan Flavor Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freddys-menu-items.md) - [Soup-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-steakburger.md) - [Grilled Cheese-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-steakburger.md) - [Autumnal Comfort Food Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-bacon-cheddar-stack.md) - [Towering Triple Patty Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakburger-stacker.md) - [Fall-Focused Grill Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freddys-menu-item.md)