The Big Xtra is a McDonald's fast food sandwich that was released in 1999 and became a regular menu item until replaced in 2001 by the smaller Big N' Tasty. It included a three-eigths pound beef patty, sesame seed bun, lettuce, tomato slice, mayonnaise dressing, ketchup, chopped onions, three pickle slices, optional American cheese and a special grill seasoning only used on the Big Xtra. Due to it's bigger patty, it was advertised as being larger than a Whopper. McDonalds Sekime national route store (Osaka, Japan) McDonalds Corporation (NYSE: MCD) is the worlds largest chain of fast-food restaurants. ... Fast food is food prepared and served quickly at a fast-food restaurant or shop at low cost. ... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... The Big N Tasty is a McDonalds fast food sandwich introduced February 16, 2001 with NBA Superstar Kobe Bryant featured in the advertising campaign. ... The Burger King Whopper (with fries and drink) The Whopper is the flagship menu item of international fast food chain Burger King. ...

Canada

Canada still sells the Big Xtra in it's current menu. However, this sandwich is the same as Big N' Tasty sold in the United States. The Big N Tasty is a McDonalds fast food sandwich introduced February 16, 2001 with NBA Superstar Kobe Bryant featured in the advertising campaign. ...