# QSR Potato Tot Nachos The Sonic Totchos are a Satisfying New Side Dish Option By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-02-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-totchos References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2020/01/31/sonic-introduces-new-totchos/) & [sonicdrivein](https://www.sonicdrivein.com) The [Sonic Totchos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frychos) are a new menu item from the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-tots) brand that aims to offer patrons a tasty way to satisfy their hunger that combines the best parts of multiple food varieties. The new menu item starts off with the brand's signature potato Tots that are then treated to a layering with creamy cheese sauce, diced onions, spicy jalapeños and crispy bacon with a zesty Baja sauce to boot. The dish is sure to switch up perceptions for patrons who are seeking out a more substantial option to enjoy in place of [traditional nachos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-grande-nachos) and more flavorful than the brand's Tots. The Sonic Totchos are available now at participating locations nationwide, but only for a limited time through March 1, 2020. Image Credit: Sonic ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gourmet Fast Food:** Opportunity for QSR brands to innovate and offer unique and upscale menu items. - **Reinventing Classics:** Potential to revamp traditional dishes like nachos and offer a fresh twist to attract new customers. - **Limited Time Offerings:** Creating a sense of urgency and exclusivity by introducing time-limited menu items. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can explore new flavors and combinations to provide a broader range of options for their customers. - **Snack Foods:** Snack food manufacturers can create innovative products inspired by popular fast food items like Totchos. - **Restaurant Chains:** Restaurant chains can introduce limited-time offerings to attract new customers and boost sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Taco-Inspired Tater Tots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-totchos.md) - [French Fry-Based Nachos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frychos.md) - [Frozen QSR Potato Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-tots.md) - [Creamy Loaded Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-queso-fries.md) - [Cheesy Tater Tot Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loaded-tots.md) - [Pulled Pork-Topped Cheeseburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulled-pork-bbq-cheeseburger.md) - [Crispy QSR Pizza Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-garlic-pepperoni-bites.md) - [Cheesy Tater Tot Nachos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-bacon-chicken.md) - [Summertime QSR Snack Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-snacking-menu.md)