Jack in the Box Tests UFO-Shaped Burgers

Jack in the Box is testing new UFO-shaped burgers/sandwiches called "Cosmic Jacks." Each features a flying saucer shape with sealed edges and an imprint of a Jack in the Box head.

There are three varieties being tested:

- Bacon Ultimate Cosmic Jack ($7.99; pictured) -  A grilled beef patty, hickory-smoked bacon, melted American cheese, sliced onions, pickles, and Smashed Jack sauce, sealed inside a warm bun.

- Philly Chili Crunch Cosmic Jack ($9.99) - Grilled and seasoned shaved steak, melted Swiss-style cheese, grilled onions and peppers, crunchy chili, and mayo, sealed inside a warm bun.

- Loaded Breakfast Cosmic Jack ($5.99) - Fresh-cracked cage-free eggs, grilled sausage, a hash brown, shredded cheddar cheese, cheddar cheese sauce, and creamy bacon mayo, sealed inside a warm bun

The burgers are made using modified ice cream sandwich-making equipment. There are similarly pressed burgers at a few restaurants and food trucks here in Los Angeles. It's not markedly different than using a home sandwich maker grill except with a different shape. The sealed shape is meant to make the burgers a more convenient grab-and-go option.

According to a local news outlet, the test is running through September 2, 2026, while supplies last, at one location: 1220 Centinela Ave. in Inglewood, CA.

Photo via Jack in the Box.