15 Disappointing Meals That Didn't Live Up To Anyone's Expectations

Those in marketing have an especially good talent for making food look incredible on the front of its box. Without fail, we are tricked every single time into thinking the frozen pizza or microwave-ready meal is going to be just as amazing and gourmet as what they advertise on the box. Even fast-food places commit this heinous crime. They advertise the most amazing-looking new burger, but as soon as you order it, it usually looks edible at best. Why must they do this to us? In all fairness, though, they aren't really to blame, because even the best of us fall for a good marketing scheme every now and again.

Reddit's /r/expectationvsreality is the place to share all of your most disappointing discoveries and purchases from anywhere. While it is a lot of food, there are other things in life that tend to let you down as well. Here are 15 upsetting and hope-crushing expectation vs. reality moments.