The 'When Guac Is Extra' meme serves as the ultimate internet shorthand for the mild heartbreak felt at the checkout counter. Usually paired with a dramatic reaction image—ranging from a weeping celebrity to a shocked cartoon character—the meme satirizes the common fast-casual dining experience where guacamole is treated as a premium luxury. Originating in the mid-2010s as a relatable Twitter joke about Chipotle, it quickly morphed into a versatile image macro. Today, it is used to mock any situation where an expected perk comes with an unexpected cost, capturing the hilarious drama of modern consumerism.