15 Best ‘Gilmore Girls’ Junk Food Moments
Lorelai and Rory Gilmore are known for many things, like their intelligence, quick wit, and loving mother/daughter relationship, but we have to admit that they have two very exceptional skills: talking rapidly and eating literally everything. Honestly, the way that the Gilmore Girls eat is worthy of an Olympic medal. To be clear, we’re not promoting unhealthy lifestyles – we’re just basically awestruck and amazed that they seem to live off of a diet of carbs and sugar.
In honor of the upcoming release of Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, we’re rounding up 15 of the most epic junk food moments from the original series. And if you’re anything like us, you’re already planning a binge-watching party with your friends, so consider these some ideas for snacks. Here are some of the greatest eating moments in Stars Hollow history:
1/151. All the pizza.
Pizza is probably the number one junk food of choice of the Gilmore Girls. They eat it all the time, either while watching TV or at the kitchen table. And who could forget that super awkward scene where Rory, Lorelai, and Dean ate pizza together in the living room? Although, not as awkward as the Bop-It moment.
2/152. There was also that tragic moment when Lorelai basically lost all her pizza.
One of the worst feelings in the world is when you accidentally knock your favorite food onto the ground, like Lorelai did in this episode. But she ate it off the floor like a true champion, and we don’t blame her. Hey, the five-second rule is real, after all. Pizza = lifeblood.
3/153. They also love burgers.
We’re pretty sure that Lorelai and Rory could win any hamburger eating contest, hands down. Bonus points if it’s loaded with cheese and ketchup.
4/154. And there was that time when Luke made a Santa burger for Lorelai.
Considering that Luke made it his life’s mission to convince Rory and Lorelai to take on a healthier lifestyle, it’s extra sweet that he took the time to dress up a hamburger like Santa.
5/155. The Gilmore Girls love dessert.
We’re not sure that they ever have turned it down. They even find a way to incorporate dessert into any type of meal – including sushi (remember that dessert sushi epsiode?!)
6/156. Seriously, they’ll do anything for dessert – and it also gets them through hard times.
Rory had the answer when it came to dealing with an uncomfortable situation: “Just order an extra dessert.” That usually solves everything.
7/157. And there’s never a wrong time for Chinese food.
The ladies of Stars Hollow order their Chinese food from Al’s Pancake World. Legend has it that Al used to serve pancakes, hence the restaurant’s name, but he eventually became bored and turned his shop into a Chinese food establishment.
8/158. Chips are a girl’s best friend.
We’re fairly certain that Lorelai and Rory always have a solid supply of chips in their pantry. You never know when you may have an emergency that requires chips.
9/159. And donuts are part of a balanced breakfast
And bagels, and cereal, and muffins – and coffee, of course.
10/1510. Speaking of breakfast, there’s only one place to go.
Obviously that’s Luke’s Diner. Not only does he have the greatest coffee in Stars Hollow, but he seems to always know what Rory and Lorelai want to order before they even open their mouths. Maybe Luke is also psychic?
11/1511. And when it comes to breakfast foods, there’s definitely a hierarchy.
While Rory and Lorelai don’t ever really discriminate between breakfast treats (as long as they’re not remotely healthy or green), they seem to prefer pancakes and french toast – with extra syrup of course.
12/1512. Tacos are valuable.
We totally identify with Rory, eating tacos in her formal gown. There’s also a few times throughout the series when she desperately seeks tacos to soothe her stress or pain – we feel you, girl.
13/1513. And fries are key to happiness.
Remember the time that Lorelai and Rory “cheated” on Luke’s and ate fries elsewhere? They felt guiltier than if they cheated on a math test, TBH.
14/1514. Ice cream is an essential food group.
Especially with extra sprinkles, whipped cream, hot sauce, and a cherry. Or two.
15/1515. And let’s never forget the Gilmore Girls’ number one favorite
...POP TARTS! We’ll certainly be stocking up on the brown sugar and cinnamon kind as we boot up Netflix on November 25.
