Among the many products released by the Danish toy company LEGO, classic sets created in collaboration with major film and television properties often see their prices skyrocket after discontinuation, yet new fans are always willing to pay a premium to acquire them. Today, we're diving into exactly that kind of set! From "The Simpsons," it's the "10352 The Simpsons: Krusty Burger," released in June 2025.
"...In Taiwan... a lot of people only think about their own convenience when they do things, never caring about anyone else's life or death, just like the TRA contractor boss who caused this tragedy..."
Any toy fan who has experienced the Taiwanese dub of "The Simpsons" has likely been astounded by the show's sharp satire of Taiwanese society, politics, and celebrities, as well as its rapid incorporation of current events into the script, like the line above from "The Fright to Creep and Scare Harms." Unlike "The Simpsons" animated series, which has been on the air since 1989 and boasts a massive 36 seasons, LEGO has only released a handful of Simpsons products. These include two location sets, "71006 The Simpsons House" and "71016 The Kwik-E-Mart," two series of Collectible Minifigures (71005 and 71009), and a few packs for Lego Dimensions.
In terms of location-based sets, The Simpsons House and The Kwik-E-Mart were released back in 2014 and 2015, respectively. Although this new Krusty Burger set, released after a ten-year gap, has a significantly lower piece count than its predecessors (2523 and 2179 pieces, respectively), it is still packed with rich elements from the show. Coupled with exquisite minifigures made with all-new molds, this is absolutely a Simpsons LEGO set worth collecting.
In "The Simpsons," Krusty Burger is a famous fast-food chain founded by Krusty the Clown. It has multiple branches throughout Springfield, and even one on an unmanned offshore oil platform. Despite frequent food safety scandals, the show's characters remain regular patrons, with Homer being a particularly frequent visitor to the drive-thru.
▼ The front of the box uses a dark gradient to highlight the Krusty Burger building, the sign, the Clown Car, and all the characters.
▼ The back of the box demonstrates the Krusty Burger's opening mechanism and interior details.
▼ When fully assembled, the Krusty Burger restaurant (in its closed state) measures about 24 cm long, while the Krusty the Clown sign stands 23 cm tall.
▼ The top of the box displays an overview of the included minifigures, which we'll take a closer look at later.
▼ Let's open it up and see the contents! The 1635 pieces are divided into 12 numbered bags and 1 unnumbered bag containing the gray baseplates.
▼ One instruction manual.
▼ Opening it up reveals a general introduction to the LEGO Simpsons sets and the story of the Mother Nature Burger from the show, which is made from 100% wheat-fed barley.
▼ The LEGO design team has infused this set with plot elements and Easter eggs related to Krusty Burger from "The Simpsons," allowing you to enjoy a rich dose of Simpsons-style black humor in one LEGO set.
▼ One aspect that might be less friendly to LEGO collectors is the two large sticker sheets, featuring a total of 40 different stickers.
▼ Alright, let's start building!~~
▼ All done! First, let's take a look at the exterior of the Krusty Burger from various angles!
▼ The shrubbery here is a fantastic recreation!
▼ This exterior wall features two delightful details: on the left, a Sideshow Bob campaign poster and Bart's graffiti alter-ego, El Barto; on the right is a missing person poster for The Krusty Burglar, who Homer beat up in the Season 6 episode "Homie the Clown."
▼ The super-cute drive-thru order window.
▼ This is the area outside the kitchen, where you can see the ductwork connected to the exhaust hood and the grease that's about to be stolen by Homer and Bart.
▼ By removing the roof, you can open up the Krusty Burger to play with the interior.
▼ There are three main areas to explore. First, we have the colorful dining area, featuring the classic curved booth, a two-person table, and the children's play area.
The fries are made from golden Wolverine claw pieces, and on the table to the right, with its filling built from two red roller skate pieces, is the infamous Ribwich. The Ribwich appeared in the Season 14 episode "I'm Spelling as Fast as I Can" as a new Krusty Burger product. Besides the heavily processed mystery rib patty, the sauce was a major selling point. After eating one, Homer couldn't stop, and after devouring a huge number of them, he said: I've tasted God's rib.
▼ The construction of the play area is very clever; the ball piece is actually the same one used for the clown's nose on the sign outside (haha).
▼ A trash can is also placed in the space against the wall.
▼ Next, let's look at the other side: the restroom & drive-thru order area.
▼ The poster next to the restroom door features the mascot covered in Ribwich sauce. If you want a pre-taste of the Ribwich, you can lick the thick sauce right off him. Just one lick had Homer saying, "I could lick this all day."
▼ The restroom space can be further appreciated by easily removing the outer wall. Hey boss, we're all out of toilet paper!
▼ The drink that has taken Springfield by storm: the Buzz Cola machine.
▼ The "700 Krusty Burgers" on the order slip here is likely a reference to the Season 5 episode "Boy-Scoutz 'n the Hood." While adrift at sea, Homer and Bart suddenly smell burgers, which turn out to be coming from a Krusty Burger located on an offshore oil rig. This branch was causing Krusty to lose his shirt, and just as he decided to close it, Homer burst in shouting, "Give me 700 Krusty Burgers!"
▼ Now, let's check out the most important area of any restaurant: the kitchen! However, for a place like Krusty Burger with its frequent food safety issues, the kitchen is bound to have many dark secrets (haha).
▼ Here's a clear look at the menu. You can temporarily remove the menu sign to enjoy the interior details. A quick look confirms that the limited-time Ribwich isn't on there—after all, the animal it's made from is being eaten to extinction.
▼ The deep fryer here has a removable basket, which is awesome!
▼ From this angle, you can see the connection between the kitchen and the exterior pipes more clearly.
The new Mother Nature Burger on the poster is the product mentioned at the beginning of the instruction manual, which appeared in the Season 20 episode "Coming to Homerica." Krusty developed it in response to a food statistics report that named Krusty Burger's food the unhealthiest in the world. So, he decided to make a burger with no meat, only vegetables, and double the price. This health-focused Mother Nature Burger immediately sparked a queuing frenzy, followed by an incident of mass vomiting.
▼ On top of the cabinet is a box of long-expired coleslaw, and even the ice machine is broken. Truly worthy of the Krusty Burger name.
The numbers on the cash register also hide a secret! After some research and comparison with the animation, I finally figured out the meaning of "6.15" and "847.63". First, 6.15 likely represents Season 6, Episode 15, "Homie the Clown," where Krusty Burger introduced a new burger with ketchup. As for 847.63, it's a number that has appeared on cash registers in the animation more than once. It comes from a statistic from the 1980s and 90s in the US; in 1989, when The Simpsons first aired, the average monthly cost of raising a child was $847.63. It also represents Homer's salary (though he has three children to support).
▼ The sign is absolutely adorable once built. The only slight disappointment is that everything from the "Krusty Burger" text to Krusty's eyes and mouth are all stickers.
▼ The Clown Car from the Season 6 episode "Homie the Clown."
▼ The "speed holes" that Homer claimed would make the car go faster (which are actually just bullet holes) have been recreated!
▼ The trunk can be opened.
Next, let's look at the minifigures! The first three are Homer, Bart, and Squeaky Voiced Teen. Bart and Squeaky Voiced Teen are not much different from their previous versions. Homer's headpiece is similar to the earlier version, but his torso has a new print—that stain must be sauce dripping from a Ribwich.
The four figures in the image below, from left to right, are Squeaky Voiced Teen, Sideshow Bob, Krusty the Clown in his farmer outfit from the Mother Nature Burger commercial, and Officer Lou. Krusty and Sideshow Bob feature new head molds, while Squeaky Voiced Teen and Officer Lou are making their debut as LEGO minifigures. Looking at their unique headpieces, this is why we love collecting Simpsons minifigures!
LEGO 10352 "The Simpsons: Krusty Burger" Review Summary:
A set that includes a well-designed building with a detailed interior, a vehicle, and several classic characters is sure to provide toy fans with a rich building experience and endless storytelling possibilities after assembly—not to mention that it's a "Krusty Burger," packed with satirical jokes. If you're a fan of "The Simpsons" animation, you'll definitely smile as you discover the Easter eggs while building, and you'll get to collect brand-new character minifigures. Even if you're not a fan of the show, you'll find plenty of building enjoyment and clever parts usage in this LEGO set. It might even spark your interest in "The Simpsons," prompting you to look up some of the related clips to enjoy.
For me personally, sharing the in-show elements hidden within this Krusty Burger set with all you toy fans has been a real joy. From the addictive Ribwich and the mysteriously sourced Mother Nature Burger to the Krusty Burglar poster, the "700 Krusty Burgers" order slip, and the chaotic kitchen—I hope you've enjoyed reading and that you can fully savor the Simpsons-style black humor in this LEGO set.
LEGO 10352 "The Simpsons: Krusty Burger"
Recommended Price: NT$6,999, Total Pieces: 1635, Available Now
