Last Updated on January 10, 2024
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by Certified CFA CFA Alexander Popinker

As McDonald’s serves over 68 million people every day, there is no point in arguing that it is the biggest brand in the fast-food industry around the world. Over the years, the company has managed to grow substantially.

They started with a very simple menu that only included a few hamburgers, orange juice, and potato chips. Nowadays you can find everything from desserts, breakfast items, wraps, salads, and a large number of burgers in every McDonald’s restaurant. The McDonald’s menu prices are also very accessible for the average American.

It started as a drive-in fast-food restaurant, but it slowly grew into an establishment that offers take-out and eat-in meals, along with its old drive-in model. The main reason behind their amazing growth was their proprietary “Speedee Service System”, which was also a big contributor to the development of the fast-food industry we now know and love.

This system was put in place to decrease the overall cost of food and to increase the speed of service for consumers. Being the first brand to use this service, it placed McDonald’s high on the list of affordable and convenient options for eating out.

Mcdonald’s menu with prices

FOOD SIZE PRICE

McValue Menu & More

Grilled Onion Cheddar Burger $1.00
McDouble $1.69
McChicken $1.49
BBQ Ranch Burger $1.00
Cheeseburger $1.00
Double Cheeseburger $2.49
Daily Double $2.49
Bacon McDouble $2.49
4 Pc. Chicken McNuggets $2.49
20 Pc. Chicken McNuggets $5.49
Parfait $1.00
Side Salad $1.99
3 Cookies $1.00
Cone $1.00
Apple Slices 2 Bags $1.00

Breakfast Menu Prices

Meals Include Hash Browns and Small Coffee
Egg White Delight McMuffin $2.99
Egg White Delight McMuffin – Meal $4.39
Egg McMuffin $2.99
Egg McMuffin – Meal $4.49
Sausage McMuffin with Egg $3.49
Sausage McMuffin with Egg – Meal $4.49
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit $3.49
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit – Meal $4.69
Sausage Biscuit with Egg $2.99
Sausage Biscuit with Egg – Meal $4.49
Sausage Gravy & Biscuit $3.29
Sausage Gravy & Biscuit – Meal $5.39
Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles $3.49
Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles – Meal $4.69
Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles $3.49
Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles – Meal $4.79
Sausage McGriddles $2.99
Sausage McGriddles – Meal $4.99
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Bagel $3.49
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Bagel – Meal $5.49
Steak, Egg & Cheese Bagel $4.49
Steak, Egg & Cheese Bagel – Meal $5.49
2 Sausage Burritos $2.69
2 Sausage Burritos – Meal $4.49

Morning Platters

Big Breakfast with Hot Cakes $5.99
Big Breakfast $3.99
Sausage Gravy & Biscuit $3.39
3 Hot Cakes with Sausage $3.49
3 Hot Cakes $2.99

McValue Breakfast items

Sausage Burrito $1.49
Sausage McMuffin $1.39
Sausage Biscuit $1.39
Hash Browns $1.39
Egg & Cheese Biscuit $1.59
Cinnamon Melt $1.99

Extra Value Meals

Meals Include Medium French Fries or Salad & Soft Drink
Big Mac $4.49
Big Mac – Meal $6.49
2 Cheeseburgers $2.49
2 Cheeseburgers – Meal $5.39
Quarter Pounder with Cheese $4.29
Quarter Pounder with Cheese – Meal $5.59
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese $5.19
Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese – Meal $6.99
Bacon Clubhouse Burger $4.99
Bacon Clubhouse Burger – Meal $6.99
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken $4.89
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken – Meal $6.89
Artisan Grilled Chicken $4.89
Artisan Grilled Chicken – Meal $6.89
Premium McWrap Chicken & Bacon (Grilled or Crispy) $4.89
Premium McWrap Chicken & Bacon (Grilled or Crispy) – Meal $6.89
Premium McWrap Chicken & Ranch (Grilled or Crispy) $4.89
Premium McWrap Chicken & Ranch (Grilled or Crispy) – Meal $6.89
Premium McWrap Sweet Chili Chicken (Grilled or Crispy) $4.89
Premium McWrap Sweet Chili Chicken (Grilled or Crispy) – Meal $6.89
Filet-O-Fish $3.99
Filet-O-Fish – Meal $5.99
Double Filet-O-Fish $4.99
Double Filet-O-Fish – Meal $6.99
Premium Chicken Bacon Clubhouse (Grilled or Crispy) $4.99
Premium Chicken Bacon Clubhouse (Grilled or Crispy) – Meal $6.99

Happy Meal

Includes Kids French Fries, Side & Drink
Chicken McNuggets 4 Pc. $3.49
Hamburger $2.99
Cheeseburger $2.99

Mighty Kids Meal

Includes Small French Fries, Side & Drink
Chicken McNuggets 6 Pc. $4.49

McNuggets

Meals Include Medium French Fries or Salad & Soft Drink
Chicken McNuggets 10 Pc. $4.99
Chicken McNuggets – Meal 10 Pc. $6.99
Chicken McNuggets 20 Pc. $5.49
Chicken McNuggets 40 Pc. $9.49

Salads

Grilled or Crispy Chicken
Southwest Salad $4.99
Bacon Ranch Salad $4.99

Oatmeal

Fruit & Maple Oatmeal $2.49

McPick 2 for $2

Limited Time
Entree (McDouble or McChicken) & Side (Small Fries or 3 Pc. Mozzarella Sticks) $2.00
Chicken Ranch Snack Wrap (Grilled or Crispy) $1.99
French Fries Small $1.49
French Fries Medium $1.99
French Fries Large $1.99
Mozzarella Sticks 3 Pc. $1.39

McCafé® Coffees and Drinks

Smoothie (Mango Pineapple, Strawberry Banana, or Blueberry Pomegranate) Small $2.69
Smoothie (Mango Pineapple, Strawberry Banana, or Blueberry Pomegranate) Medium $2.99
Smoothie (Mango Pineapple, Strawberry Banana, or Blueberry Pomegranate) Large $3.59
Frappe (Mocha, Caramel, or Chocolate Chip) Small $2.59
Frappe (Mocha, Caramel, or Chocolate Chip) Medium $2.99
Frappe (Mocha, Caramel, or Chocolate Chip) Large $3.69
Espresso & Chocolate (Mocha, Caramel Mocha, Iced Mocha, Iced Caramel Mocha, Latte, Hot Chocolate, White Chocolate Mocha or White Hot Chocolate) Small $2.69
Espresso & Chocolate (Mocha, Caramel Mocha, Iced Mocha, Iced Caramel Mocha, Latte, Hot Chocolate, White Chocolate Mocha or White Hot Chocolate) Medium $2.99
Espresso & Chocolate (Mocha, Caramel Mocha, Iced Mocha, Iced Caramel Mocha, Latte, Hot Chocolate, White Chocolate Mocha or White Hot Chocolate) Large $3.59
Premium Roast Coffee Small $1.00
Premium Roast Coffee Medium $1.49
Premium Roast Coffee Large $1.99
Iced Coffee Small $1.69
Iced Coffee Medium $2.49
Iced Coffee Large $2.49
Sweet Tea Small $1.00
Sweet Tea Medium $1.49
Sweet Tea Large $1.99
Soft Drink Small $1.00
Soft Drink Medium $1.49
Soft Drink Large $1.99
Orange Juice Small $1.99
Orange Juice Medium $2.29
Orange Juice Large $2.49
Milk $1.00
Dasani Water Bottle $1.00

Sweet Treats

Shake (Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry) Small $2.49
Shake (Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry) Medium $2.99
Shake (Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry) Large $3.49
Shamrock Shake (Limited Time) Small $2.49
Shamrock Shake (Limited Time) Medium $2.99
Shamrock Shake (Limited Time) Large $3.49
Sundae (Hot Fudge or Caramel) $1.49
Baked Apple Pie $1.29
Cone (Vanilla) $1.00
McFlurry Snack $1.99
McFlurry Regular $2.59
Soft Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie 1 Pc. $0.49
Soft Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie 3 Pc. $1.20
Strawberry & Creme Pie (Limited Time) $1.29

Morning Platters

Big Breakfast with Hot Cakes $5.99
Big Breakfast $3.99
Sausage Gravy & Biscuit $3.39
3 Hot Cakes with Sausage $3.49
3 Hot Cakes $2.99

McDonald’s Frequently Asked Questions

How much is biscuits and gravy at McDonald’s?

Biscuits and gravy are no longer available on the McDonald’s menu. They were discontinued in the early 1990s. However, some locations may still offer them as a secret menu item.

If you find a McDonald’s that does sell biscuits and gravy, the price may vary depending on the location. However, you can expect to pay around $3.79 for a single biscuit and gravy.

If you’re looking for a delicious and affordable breakfast option, McDonald’s still offers a variety of other breakfast items, such as the Egg McMuffin, Sausage McMuffin, and Sausage Biscuit.

How much is a sausage biscuit at McDonald’s?

The price of a Sausage Biscuit at McDonald’s varies depending on the location. Generally, the price ranges from $1 to $2.49, with an average price of about $1.59 in the United States. However, the price can be as low as $1 in some places like New Mexico and as high as $2.49 in Delaware​.

At what time does McDonald’s open?

Throughout the week, from Monday to Sunday, most McDonald’s restaurants open at around 5:30 a.m. You might have noticed that not all locations follow this rule, and this is because, ever since the brand became a franchise, each owner gets to choose the operational hours for their locations based on their individual preferences. The best thing you can do is simply check the McDonald’s restaurant of your choice to find out their exact schedule.

When does McDonald’s start serving breakfast?

It usually depends on the location but in most McDonald’s restaurants, you can eat breakfast right when they open, at around 5:30 a.m. Some places are open 24/7 and in some, you can take advantage of the All-Day breakfast offer.

What is on the All-Day Breakfast Menu?

The usual McDonald’s All-Day breakfast menu will include a combination of some of these items:

  • Hash Browns
  • Sausage Burrito
  • Fruit ‘N Yogurt Parfait
  • Hotcakes and Sausage
  • Hotcakes
  • Sausage McGriddle
  • Sausage, Egg, & Cheese McGriddle
  • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese McGriddle
  • Sausage Biscuit with Egg
  • Sausage Biscuit
  • Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit
  • Sausage McMuffin with Egg
  • Sausage McMuffin
  • Egg McMuffin

At what time does McDonald’s stop serving breakfast?

In restaurants where All-Day Breakfast is not available, the breakfast hours are up to around 10:30 a.m. People expressed their desire that breakfast would be served throughout the day at McDonald’s so you can expect that more and more locations will have the All-Day breakfast deal available.

The first time this fast-food company added breakfast to their menu was in 1975 when they started with the Egg Muffin. Nowadays you can order one or more of the many items on the McDonald’s breakfast menu, such as Sausage Biscuits, Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Hotcakes, Sausage McGriddles, Egg & Cheese Biscuits, Bacon, and more.

At what time does McDonald’s start serving lunch?

You can order lunch at McDonald’s from around 10.30 a.m. throughout the week, excluding the weekends, when you can usually order lunch from around 11 a.m.

At what time does McDonald’s stop serving lunch?

Most of the time, the lunch items will be served while supplies last. However, in general, you can order lunch at McDonald’s throughout the day, thanks to the All-Day Menu. Among the most popular items on the All-Day Menu, you will find McNuggets, French fries, Quarter Pounders, and Cheeseburgers.

At what time does McDonald’s close?

Most McDonald’s restaurants have a closing hour at around 11 p.m. As most restaurants are under the franchise but have different owners, they might also have different closing times, so if you have a favorite McDonald’s place you want to go to, the best thing you could do is make an in-person visit or check their website to find out the hours of operations.

If you browse Google Maps, you will find that most restaurants will also have their opening and closing times written there.

There are a few McDonald’s places that are open 24/7, but it all depends on the area where they operate and their owner’s preferences. If you’re a real McDonald’s fan, you already know that this food chain offers both drive-throughs and in-house serving, and usually, these two have different schedules.

Which McDonald’s has Szechuan sauce?

Although its popularity has reached all corners of the world, at this time, no McDonald’s restaurant serves the Szechuan sauce. Thousands of fans have petitioned to have the sweet-and-sour sauce back, but up until now, McDonald’s representatives have chosen not to re-add this item on the menu.

This particular sauce was introduced by the fast-food chain after a collaboration on an animated film, Mulan, with Walt Disney in the year 1998. The Mulan-themed Happy Meals were shortly released as a part of this partnership. When it came out that this sauce was an imitation of the red sauce that is served in Chinese restaurants, it was removed from the menu.

For over 76 years, McDonald’s has managed to hold a top place in the hearts of people all around the world. They continued to register some amazing growth year after year, even though they have been criticized extensively for serving unhealthy meals.

To learn about McDonald’s and its menu prices, visit the official McDonald’s website.

The History of The Company

The brand’s story began in 1940 when the two brothers Maurice and Richard McDonald thought about opening a barbeque restaurant in California. Right from the start, they noticed that among their most bought items were hamburgers, which, in 1948, made them convert the whole restaurant into a hamburger stand.

At about the same time, they also coined the “Speedee Service System”, which revolutionized the whole fast-food industry and made it into what it is today.

Following its great success, the business started to offer franchising possibilities around the year 1953, and shortly after, the first location under the franchise was opened in Phoenix. The second franchise was opened around the same year in Downey, California. This is the place that to this day is known as the oldest operating McDonald’s in the U.S.

A historic change for McDonald’s happened in 1955 when the two brothers met Ray Kroc who almost immediately saw the big potential of the American fast food brand and their business model.

Their collaboration led to a lot of disagreements between the three, and soon after, Kroc bought the company completely from Richard and Maurice McDonald and started a global expansion. In 1953 the company trademarked the well-known golden arches. In 1958 a new version of the arches was made and trademarked.

Over the years, regardless of the difficulties they faced, the brand kept to its core values and even today continues to provide convenient, tasty, and affordable food. Their global expansion reached 119 countries up until now and they gain popularity and new clients each day.

Our Review

McDonalds Menu ExplainedMcDonald’s restaurants have a very diversified menu for all types of individuals like hamburgers, french fries, crispy chicken sandwiches, chicken burgers, chicken nuggets, soft drinks, cheeseburgers, smoothies, milkshakes, fish options, salads, wraps, desserts, fruits, and of course, their well-known and loved breakfasts.

Among their breakfast items, you will find eggs, sausage, pancakes, orange juice, coffee, and more. juice. Not all locations have the same menu, and depending on the location of your preference, you will find specialty food items like hash browns or variations of the beef patty.

All McDonald’s locations are family-friendly and have comfortable seating and eating areas. You can also hold children’s birthday parties in most locations. You will notice that their fast food chain staff is almost always friendly regardless of whether you’re eating in or using the drive-through.

One of the most popular items on their menu is the Big Mac, which you should try the next time you’re in a McDonald’s restaurant. For the more adventurous types, the Angus Chipotle BBQ Bacon Burger is a must-try, with its delicious flavor. What differentiates this fast-food chain from its competitors, is their inclination towards family and the very affordable prices on the menu. You will usually spend just under $5 for a meal that includes not only a burger but the world famous fries and a soft drink as well.

McDonald’s offers a variety of combo meals and meal deals, including the $1, $2, and 3 Dollar Menu. Here are some examples of items included in these deals:

  • $1 Items: McChicken®, 4-piece Chicken McNuggets®, and Apple McAll®;
  • $2 Items: Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Quarter Pounder with Cheese Bacon, and Large McCafé Drink1;
  • $3 Items: Triple Cheeseburger, Happy Meal, Sausage McMuffin, Chicken Sandwich, Double Cheeseburger, and Small Fries;
  • 2 for $3 Deals: Big Mac® and Quarter Pounder with Cheese, or two different Big Mac® sandwiches.

Interesting Facts About McDonald’s

The Hot Dog was The First Item On Their Menu (Not The Big Mac)

It’s somewhat unexpected, especially since when people think of McDonald’s, they hardly ever think about hot dogs. Before opening their first restaurant, Richard and Maurice McDonald first owned a hot dog stand with the same name. As soon as they started to reel in more clients, they opened their first restaurant, hot dogs were ignored, and they moved toward the popular burgers.

Their Nuggets Have Names Based On Their Shapes

You probably know about the bite-size nuggets from the McDonald’s menu. What you probably didn’t know is that they have different names based on their shape. The names are boot, ball, or bell.

Bill Gates Eats For Free There

This isn’t because he’s a great guy. (Or not just because he’s a great guy). He received a McDonald’s Gold Card, which enabled him to get free fast food. This is a great incentive for people who need yet another reason to become billionaires: With enough money, you can eat free Big Macs whenever you want. These cards aren’t available for the general public and we don’t know for sure how you can get these types of cards.

The McDonald’s “I’m Lovin’ It” Jingle in One of the TV Spots is Sang By Justin Timberlake

Being a huge brand, they didn’t let just any random YouTube star sing their popular jungle. They employed Justin Timberlake himself right from the start when the TV commercial was aired.

In the US, There’s Always a McDonalds Within 110 Miles of You

If you live in any part of the U.S., then you are sure to find one McDonald’s location within 110 miles of you. If you’re a fan of this fast-food chain and you live outside of the U.S., then this is the perfect reason to move here.

McDonald’s Makes Over $75 Million Each Day

It might seem like a big number but you should remember that each day, over 60 million people eat at McDonald’s restaurants all over the world.

The Queen of England Owns a McDonald’s

One of the McDonald’s restaurants in the Windsor Castle area is owned by The Queen of England herself and she is even said to eat there from time to time.

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This Fast-Food Chain Is The World’s Biggest Toy Distributor

It might sound weird when you hear this as an adult, but most children surely know how many different toys they can get from Happy Meals. The toys you would find in the Happy Meal boxes were always legendary and millions of children all around the world couldn’t wait for new batches to pop up.

Each Day, More People Buy McDonald’s Food Than The Entire Population of a Medium-sized Country

Each day around 70 million people enjoy a McDonald’s meal, which is more than the whole population of the UK.

The Caesar Salad Gets You Fatter Than their Hamburger

If you’re on a diet, then you shouldn’t try to lose weight at McDonald’s, especially not by ordering salads. You should know that people who order the hamburger will get e more nutritious and healthy meal than you, who are ordering the Caesar Salad. The hamburgers are, in fact, fuller of calories, but the salads, and especially their dressings, are full of fats, and this would get you fatter in time.

Each Day, Around Two New McDonald’s Restaurants Open Around The World

It is almost unbelievable but this is true. It’s one of the reasons why this fast-food chain is high on the list of the most successful franchises in the world.

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